The Safety Gambit

On episode 29 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Kelly Feldkamp of ProVention Plus to explore the concept of the job site athlete, from preparing your body for the workday to creating more mobility and movement at work and at home. In this episode, we cover: A short podcast recap for 2023, and an exciting trademark update! The outdated "stretch and flex" warmup. How to in...

On episode 28 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Terry Dussault of Yellowknife Consulting Services to explore what it means for safety to be one of our core values—at home and at work.  In this episode, we cover: Terry's journey into the safety world. Taking a mental risk assessment. Why we are hesitant about speaking up for safety. The risk involved in planning.  How to appro...

On episode 27 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay goes solo to explore the five key factors of safety message fatigue and how to overcome each of them. Don't sleep on this one. You're going to want to get your notebooks out! In this episode, we cover: The five key factors of safety message fatigue. How to counteract and respond to the dangerous "I know." Breaking down ineffec...

On episode 26 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Mychelle Fernandez to explore the world of working moms, including how workplaces can better support working moms, teaching moms to become better advocates for themselves, and the Working Moms Tribe . In this episode, we cover: The workplace challenges and burdens mothers face (where fathers don't). The risks moms take in the wo...

On episode 25 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Marika Messager ( ConsciousLeadership.org ) to explore what it takes to be a conscious leader, from taking responsibility to increasing emotional agility and more. In this episode, we cover: The difference between conscious and unconscious leadership. The four bodies: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Marika's personal...

On episode 24 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Branden Neal of Salute Safety ( salutesafety.com ) to explore the intersection of technology and safety, including data-driven safety culture, the risks organizations take when not investing in technology, and making tech more intuitive. In this episode, we cover: Why the safety industry is the most underserved by technology. The com...

On episode 23 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay goes solo to discuss risk and safety around the holidays and specifically holiday decorating so you can have a merry and accident-free holiday season! In this episode, we cover: How to string lights safely. The difference between indoor and outdoor lights. The risks of too many extension cords. GFCI outlets. The infamous ladder. Childproofing for...

On episode 22 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Lauren and Pamela of The Feng Shui Collective ( FengShuiCollective.com ) to explore the history and traditions of Feng Shui, the art and science of Feng Shui for enacting meaningful change, and how Feng Shui connects to safety. In this episode, we cover: The origins and traditions of Feng Shui. How The Feng Shui Collective got its st...

On episode 21 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Bettina ( @WomenInFIFO ) to explore the risks and safety for women in the mining industry, what Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) means, personal safety in a male-dominated industry, and more. In this episode, we cover: The particular risks women face in the mining industry, including sexual harassment. What Bettina is doing to support and empow...

On episode 20 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay goes solo to discuss the human aspect of sustainability, and asks these important questions: Could you sustain what you are doing at the same level and pace for the long term? Is your life sustainable? In this episode, we cover: Sustainability in the workplace and at home. How to counteract feeling over-scheduled and overwhelmed. The root causes...

On episode 19 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Shawn Ramsden (BrollysDad Construction) to explore risk in the construction industry, keeping the safety conversation going even when there are no accidents, career happiness, and why slow is smooth and smooth is fast when it comes to tool safety. In this episode, we cover: How to break the habit of "how it's always been do...

On episode 18 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Shanna Dunbar to explore protecting worker safety while promoting worker well-being, stabilizing healthcare costs, and total worker health programs. In this episode, we cover: What is Total Worker Health? Shanna's experience as an occupational health nurse. Getting employees more involved in worker health decisions. Helping busi...

On episode 17 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Alex Friedman to explore social wellness, how community plays a role in our health and well-being, and how Alex is sparking deeper connections through  Connection Feast . In this episode, we cover: Why being in community is essential for our health. Tips for connecting to people on a deeper level. How loneliness plays a role in our w...

On episode 16 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay uses the OceanGate Titan submersible event as a way into exploring our risk appetite. In this episode, we cover: The inherent risks of the OceanGate expedition, including pressure, decompression sickness, communication, documentation, and more. The surprising risk statistics in train vs. air travel. The safety warning signs we tend to ignore. Ris...

On episode 15 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Ron Nussbaum to explore safety in the construction industry, how to be more transparent and human-centered when relaying new safety regulations, and the Implement, Do, and Educate model! In this episode, we cover: Ron's tried and true Implement, Do, and Educate model. Why change is hard, especially when it comes to new safety re...

On episode 14 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Kim Godsey to explore stress and its impact on our physical health and mental health, taking better care of our heart health, and the four steps to decreasing stress in your life. In this episode, we cover: Why our mental health and physical health are intertwined. How stress impacts our risk taking. The 90-second rule for emotional...

On episode 13 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay explores the Three Es of Human Safety: empowerment, emotion, and empathy.  In this episode, we cover: The definition of psychological safety. Paying attention to our emotions and how they impact our lives at home and at work. Specific actions you can take to build a psychologically safe work environment. The 3 Es of Human (aka Psychological) Safe...

On episode 12 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Celeste DiMilla to explore kindness, creating a culture of kindness at work, and the intersection of kindness, stress, health, and safety. In this episode, we cover: The power of self-kindness. How small acts of kindness leads to a happier life. The impact of stress at work. Tips for business leaders to foster more kindness. Why stre...

On episode 11 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Chris Burns to explore everything fleet safety, driving safety, and driver safety! In this episode, we cover: What goes into keeping your fleets, and drivers, safe. The direct and indirect costs of not being safe. Getting buy-in from your fleet drivers on safety compliance. The risk of fleet batteries dying.  Building a culture aroun...

On episode 10 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay shares three essential strategies to combat feeling beat down at work and in life! In this episode, we cover: Placing value in the knowledge we gain. Taking action with the knowledge we have. Community and its role in supporting our actions. The Okay Concept Mental Ergonomics Carry Your Own Weather And so much more! Lindsay Polic, the host, is a...

On episode 9 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Silvana Dominioni to explore how safety professionals, leaders, and employees can better connect with each other. In this episode, we cover: How employees can get to the point of validating unsafe choices. Taking risks because that's the way it's always been done. Toll booth safety (yes, it's a thing!). When management...

On episode 8 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by guest Khara Huhta to explore the six types of Working Genius and how to to use the Working Genius framework to foster stronger and more effective working relationships. In this episode, we cover: Each of the six types of Working Genius: Wonder, Invention, Discernment, Enablement, Galvanizing, and Tenacity. Why the Working Genius frame...

On episode 7 of the Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay explores the intersection of habits and safety to help each of you answer the question: What are your safety habits? In this episode, we cover: The definition of habit. Why everyone has habits, some you’re aware of and some you’re not. What habits look like at home and at work. Why it’s hard to change our habits. How are habits are impacting our s...

On episode 6 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay sits down with Emily Elrod to discuss how expectations impact our performance. In this episode, we explore: The importance of HOT (Humble, Open and Transparent) conversations Designing environments for humans to work properly, safely, and caring of well-being Psychological safety as the most important for employees Creating space for employees to be vulne...

On episode 5 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay sits down with Teri Slater to discuss the intersection of financial stress and risk tolerance. In other words, financial flashpoints! What is your financial flashpoints? In this episode, we explore: How financial stress impacts how people show up to work. The level of distraction and its role in financial stress. Risk tolerance in our financial decisions....