This week on Currently Speaking, the official podcast of the Current Consulting Group, host Bill Current is joined by longtime industry colleague and expert Chuck Marting. In this insightful episode, Chuck shares his deep experience in drug impairment recognition and mobile drug testing, offering valuable perspectives for employers and industry professionals alike. He also introduces his new book, Mastering the Impairment Code: Leadership Strategies to Recognize, Respond to, and Resolve Drug Use in the Workplace, a practical guide for leaders committed to maintaining safe and productive work environments. Find Chuck's book here: www.masteringtheimpairmentcode.com

This week on Currently Speaking, host Bill Current welcomes DOT Legend and esteemed industry veteran Sam Noe. With over 40 years of government experience in railroad safety compliance, Sam shares deep insights into the critical role of drug testing in the railroad industry. Far from being just a regulatory requirement, Sam explains why effective drug testing is essential to ensuring safety, accountability, and operational integrity across the sector.

This week on Currently Speaking, host Bill Current is joined by Patrice Kelly—recognized leader in DOT drug and alcohol testing and co-founder of Patrice Kelly Global Solution, a wholly owned subsidiary of Current Consulting Group—for an exclusive look at the newly launched DOT Legends.

Who are these industry icons? What role will they play in shaping the future of drug testing? And what can service providers expect from this bold new service offering? Get insider insight and expert commentary from two of the most trusted voices in the drug testing industry.

In this episode of Currently Speaking, we kick off our new DOT Legends series with Juan Moya, a seasoned DOT expert and the newest member of the Current Consulting Group. Juan joins host Bill Current to share insights from his decades of experience with Pipeline safety, FMCSA regulations, the Clearinghouse, and workplace drug testing compliance. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to DOT compliance, this conversation offers valuable takeaways and perspectives from one of the industry's most respected voices.

Join CCG President Bill Current as he welcomes the newest member of the team, Robin Schelling. In this episode, you'll learn about Robin’s impressive background, her journey to CCG, and the exciting role she’ll play in advancing our mission. Don’t miss this insightful conversation and warm welcome to one of our newest voices at CCG.

In this episode of Currently Speaking, drug testing expert Bill Current and workplace safety advocate Christine Clearwater break down the key differences between federally regulated (DOT) and non-federally regulated (non-DOT) workplace drug testing policies with 6 key components. They discuss what employers need to know to stay compliant with screening regulations, ensure workplace safety, and understand their legal responsibilities. Whether your organization falls under Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations or not, this episode will help you build a compliant and effective drug-free workplace policy.

This week on Currently Speaking, host Bill Current welcomes Patrice Kelly, Co-President of Patrice Kelly Global Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Current Consulting Group (CCG). They introduce CCG’s DOT Legends, and how it will bolster CCG’s compliance consulting capabilities by offering specialized insights from seasoned DOT veterans. Tune in as Bill and Patrice discuss the mission behind DOT Legends, how they will provide invaluable guidance to drug screening providers and employers navigating the complex landscape of DOT-regulated testing programs, and why it’s critical to maintain drug-free workplace programs and regulatory compliance.Whether you're an HR professional, DER, TPA, or compliance specialist, this episode offers key insights into the future of workplace screening, DOT regulations, and the role of trusted industry leadership in keeping organizations safe and compliant.

Bill Current is joined by Christine Clearwater, Senior Consultant of Risk Management Services at CCG, to dive into what makes a workplace drug testing program truly effective. As policies, laws, and employee expectations continue to shift, employers face new challenges in maintaining safe and compliant workplaces. In this episode, they break down the key components every employer should consider when building a comprehensive and compliant program. Whether you're starting from scratch or updating your current process, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

This week on Currently Speaking, the podcast of the Current Consulting Group, we welcome guest host and Senior Legal Consultant at CCG, Yvette Farnsworth Baker, Esq. This week, Yvette discusses changes to recreational marijuana in Minnesota that may impact the workplace where you do business. #marijuanalaws #recreationalmarijuana #workplacedrugtesting #legalmarijuana #drugtestingpolicy #minnesotamarijuanalaw

This week on Currently Speaking, Bill Current welcomes industry expert Mark Magsam to the show. Join us for the first of a two-part series. In part one, Bill and Mark discuss drug testing, background screening, navigating marijuana laws, advocacy, and how organizations like The National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) support efforts to maintain drug-free workplaces.