Currently Speaking

In this episode of Currently Speaking, we dive deep into the key findings of Current Consulting Group’s 2025 Employer Drug Testing Survey—one of the industry’s most trusted sources for workplace drug testing insights.

Join us as we break down what employers are learning about the effectiveness of drug testing, emerging workplace trends, and how evolving policies, substances, and testing technologies are shaping drug-free workplace programs in 2025.

Whether you’re an HR professional, safety manager, compliance officer, or employer overseeing workforce risk management, this episode delivers actionable takeaways on:

- The most effective workplace drug testing methods in 2025

- How employers are adapting to changes in marijuana laws and impairment concerns

- Drug testing program ROI and employer-reported outcomes

- Trends in random testing, pre-employment screening, and oral fluid testing

- What the 2025 data reveals about workforce safety, productivity, and compliance

Illicit drug use in the workplace is more common than most employers realize — and it’s not just happening after hours. In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current, Founder of the Current Consulting Group, dives into surprising new data revealing when, where, and with whom employees are using, buying, and even selling drugs at work.

From alarming survey results showing nearly 69% of illicit drug users admit using on the job to the rise of drug test cheating and the impact of marijuana legalization, this episode unpacks the hidden risks facing today’s employers.

You’ll learn why a strong, clearly worded drug-free workplace policy and a legally compliant testing program are more critical than ever to protect safety, productivity, and company culture.

Backed by national research and decades of consulting experience, Bill offers practical insights for employers, HR professionals, and safety leaders who want to maintain a workplace where everyone can perform at their best — drug-free.

In this episode of Currently Speaking, the podcast of the Current Consulting Group (CCG), host Bill Current, founder and president of CCG, takes a closer look at the potential consequences of rescheduling marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III—and makes a direct appeal to President Donald J. Trump on this critical issue.

Bill discusses how such a policy change could impact workplace safety, public health, and employer drug-testing programs, while emphasizing why many respected experts—including Dr. Ben Carson and other leading medical and scientific voices—share his concerns.

Tune in for a timely, thought-provoking discussion, and contact us to stay Current on the latest developments shaping workplace drug policy.

In this episode of Currently Speaking, the official podcast of the Current Consulting Group, host Bill Current sits down with Jo McGuire, Executive Director of the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA), to explore how employers can create recovery-ready workplaces.

Learn how integrating recovery support into your drug testing program can benefit both employees and employers, improve retention, and foster a healthier work environment. Whether you're a compliance officer, HR professional, or involved in drug-free workplace programs, this episode offers valuable insights into proactive, supportive strategies.

Listen now to discover:

- What it means to be a recovery-ready workplace

- Practical steps to support employees in recovery

- How drug testing policies can evolve to include recovery options

This week on Currently Speaking, CCG President and Founder Bill Current is joined by Patrice Kelly, Co-President of PKGS.In this episode, they dive into the information gap created by recent changes at the Department of Transportation (DOT) and discuss how the “DOT Legends” are stepping up to bridge that divide. Tune in for insights, clarity, and expert commentary on what it all means for the industry.To learn how to engage the services of CCG’s DOT Legends, contact:📧 [email protected]📞 954-944-0400

This week on the podcast, Bill Current breaks down some of the most surprising findings from the 27th Annual Drug Testing Industry Survey, conducted by the Current Consulting Group.

Join us as we explore what drug testing providers are saying—and what it could mean for your workplace. In this episode, we highlight three key trends shaping the future of drug testing: pre-employment screening, the rise of oral fluid testing, and the ongoing challenges surrounding marijuana.

On this episode of Currently Speaking, CCG President Bill Current welcomes back industry expert Mark Magsam for part two of their insightful conversation on workplace drug testing.

Mark, who serves as Chairman of the Board at NDASA and CEO of remedyNOW, joins Bill to explore the current state of drug testing in the workplace, where the industry is headed, and how professionals can actively shape its future.

Together, they tackle key questions about the purpose and perception of drug testing today. As Mark puts it, “It’s not about catching someone doing something wrong—it’s about checks and balances and protecting what matters most: human life. And how can we not do that if drug testing goes away?”

Don’t miss this timely and thought-provoking discussion about one of the most critical safety tools in the modern workplace.

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.