Current Consulting Group

09/01/2026

New episode alert - Currently Speaking on The Evolution of Oral Fluid Testing: From Early Adoption to the Future, with Mike Jeffries of ClearStar

In part two of this four-part series, Bill Current continues his conversation with Mike Jeffries of ClearStar, Inc. to explore the history, evolution, and future of oral fluid drug testing.

Mike shares his firsthand experience helping introduce one of the first commercially available lab-based oral fluid testing options to the employment market and discusses the early adopters that helped demonstrate its value. Bill and Mike also examine how oral fluid testing technology has advanced, including expanded testing panels, point-of-care options, and improved accuracy and reliability.

The discussion highlights the key advantages of oral fluid testing, including observed collections, reduced opportunities for specimen tampering, faster hiring timelines, recent-use detection, and its potential value in reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing. They also address the status of federally regulated oral fluid testing and why Mike remains optimistic about its continued growth.

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08/21/2026

New episode alert - Currently Speaking on Drug Testing’s Evolution and What Comes Next, with Mike Jeffries of ClearStar

In the first episode of this four-part series, Bill Current speaks with Mike Jeffries of ClearStar, Inc. about his decades-long career in the drug testing and employment screening industries. Mike shares how he entered the industry as workplace drug testing was beginning to take shape, reflects on the consolidation and technological changes he has witnessed, and explains how ClearStar supports consumer reporting agencies through drug testing, occupational health, and medical review officer services.

Bill and Mike also discuss the critical role of MRO review, the growing influence of background screening companies, emerging point-of-care technologies, and the challenges employers face as ma*****na laws and workplace testing requirements continue to evolve. Mike also offers a preview of the next episode, which will explore the history and evolution of oral fluid testing.

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08/04/2026

New episode alert - Currently Speaking on Trust But Verify Building a Culture of Compliance, with Greg Henderson of Federal Drug Testing Services

Compliance is about more than following regulations. It is about building a culture of trust, education, and accountability.

In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current is joined by Greg Henderson, founder of Federal Drug Testing Services and author of Trust But Verify: FAA Drug and Alcohol Compliance, What Every DER, Manager, and Executive Needs to Know. Greg shares the experiences that inspired his first industry book, discusses why Designated Employer Representatives (DERs) play such a critical role in workplace compliance, and explains why education and leadership are just as important as enforcement.

Bill and Greg also explore common compliance challenges, the importance of supporting DERs, lessons learned from FAA audits, and why executives should better understand the responsibilities of their drug and alcohol testing programs. Whether you're a DER, employer, manager, or service provider, this conversation offers valuable insights into strengthening compliance while building a safer and more effective workplace.
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07/27/2026

New episode alert - Currently Speaking on Ma*****na: The Real Culprit

In this episode, Bill Current examines the workplace safety implications of ma*****na use, the misconceptions surrounding rescheduling, and why employers should remain focused on protecting employees, customers, and the public. He discusses what ma*****na rescheduling does and does not mean, recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), and why employers continue to have the right and the responsibility to prohibit workplace impairment.

Whether you're an employer, HR professional, safety manager, or drug testing provider, this episode offers practical insights into navigating today's rapidly evolving ma*****na landscape while maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive workplace.

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*****na

07/17/2026

New episode alert - Currently Speaking on The Implications of Ma*****na Rescheduling, with Phil Dubois of Workplace Screening Intelligence

In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current sits down with Phil Dubois, Founder and CEO of Workplace Screening Intelligence, to discuss one of the most important issues facing employers today: ma*****na rescheduling and its potential impact on workplace drug testing.

As federal agencies move forward with efforts to reschedule ma*****na, employers, drug testing providers, and safety professionals are asking critical questions. Does rescheduling mean ma*****na is federally legal? Will employers still be able to test for ma*****na? Could the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) lose the authority to require ma*****na testing for safety-sensitive employees?

Bill and Phil explore the confusion surrounding ma*****na rescheduling, the importance of maintaining drug-free workplaces, and the efforts underway to secure a "safety carve-out" that would preserve DOT ma*****na testing requirements. They also discuss employer liability, workplace safety concerns, state ma*****na laws, and why oral fluid testing is emerging as an important tool for employers navigating the changing regulatory landscape.

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*****na

07/10/2026

Alcohol remains one of the most significant—and often overlooked—workplace safety risks. During Alcohol Awareness Week, learn why now is the perfect time to review your organization's drug and alcohol policy, supervisor training, and impairment response procedures. Do you have any questions? Contact the Current Consulting Group at: [email protected].

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07/10/2026

Register to attend a webinar on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. ET, sponsored by Abbott, and learn about - ​Ma*****na Rescheduling and Oral Fluid Testing: What Employers Should Know. Save your seat here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8945685333954059605

07/03/2026

06/17/2026

New episode alert - Currently Speaking on Will the Ma*****na Movement Kill Drug Testing?

As ma*****na legalization continues to expand and the federal government moves forward with ma*****na rescheduling, many employers and drug testing providers are asking an important question: What does the future hold for workplace drug testing?

In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current reviews findings from Current Consulting Group’s 28th Annual Drug Testing Industry Survey and discusses what nearly 500 industry professionals had to say about ma*****na legalization, ma*****na rescheduling, workplace safety, and the future of drug testing.

Will the ma*****na movement ultimately reduce the need for workplace drug testing, or could it actually strengthen the industry's future? Tune in as Bill explores the latest survey data, regulatory developments, and trends shaping the future of workplace drug testing.

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*****na

06/10/2026

Register to attend a webinar, hosted by Current Consulting Group and DrugPak LLC, and learn about ​The Right Test at the Right Time: Building Better Drug Testing Programs. Save your seat here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5722046983264129114?source=CCG