The Safety Gambit : Recent Episodes
Lindsay Polic
Welcome to The Safety Gambit, an exploration of the risks we take as humans and the culture of safety we create at home and at work. Hosted by Lindsay Polic, a certified safety professional for more than 20 years, The Safety Gambit invites you to take a more curious and holistic approach to transforming the culture of safety in your life, including bringing awareness to the impact of our safety decisions, the safety of workplaces, the emotional and physical safety of our spaces, and the philosophy of safety. On the show, Lindsay and other safety experts and like-hearted individuals will ask questions like: What is your personal risk level? Why do companies take risks to short cut regulatory safety obligations? What is the cost of the humans doing the work? Why do humans take risks to short cut safety outside of the workplace? We connect, educate, and empower you to enact change and create transformation around safety for your family, communities, and workplaces. Let’s discover The Safety Gambit in your life!Music by TimTaj. Artwork by Chris Polic. Edited by Nōn Wels.
On episode 77 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay reflects back on her experience with the podcast, what she's learned, holiday safety gambits, and what the future holds for The Safety Gambit!
In this episode, I cover:
- An unexpected thing I learned doing this podcast.
- The holiday safety gambits you should pay careful attention to.
- What's next for the podcast.
- And so much more.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 76 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Radhika Dutt, author of Radical Product Thinking, to explore the Four Os: Observation, Open Questions, Opportunity, and Outcomes.
In this episode, we cover:
- Radhika's OHLA framework: objectives, hypotheses, learnings, adaptations.
- How product disease creeps in.
- The key to showing up with curiosity in your solution discovery.
- An illusion of performance.
- And an in-depth look at the Four Os: what's the Observation? What are the Open questions? What is the Opportunity? What are the Outcomes?
- And so much more.
Radhika Dutt helps transform organizations to innovate smarter and truly optimize performance—not by chasing goals but by driving vision. Connect with Radhika on LinkedIn, and explore the Radical Product and OHLS toolkits here.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 75 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Dr. Valerie Rein, author of Patriarchy Stress Disorder, to explore the patriarchy and its oppressive impact on the safety of women.
In this episode, we cover:
- How good can it really get for you?
- Intergenerational oppression of the patriarchy.
- Why, as Dr. Valerie says, "women don't really know what safety feels like."
- How safety connects to the nervous system and state of relaxation.
- And so much more.
Dr. Valerie Rein is a psychologist who has coined Patriarchy Stress Disorder® (PSD) and helps women achieve their ultimate success, happiness, and fulfillment by healing generational, collective imprints of oppression.
She holds an EdM in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University and a PhD in Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. Dr. Valerie's unique methodology for guiding women's journeys of "how good can it get?" is grounded in her doctoral research on transformation.
Her bestselling book, Patriarchy Stress Disorder: The Invisible Inner Barrier to Women’s Happiness and Fulfillment, has been heralded by reviewers as "the most important body of literary work of our modern times" and "perhaps the most important book of the century for women."
Download the first chapter of Dr. Valerie's book, Patriarchy Stress Disorder, on her website DrValerie.com.
To get in touch with Dr. Valerie, email team@drvalerie.com.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 74 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Dr. Ron Stotts, a transformational guide for leaders, to explore the evolution and growth of the conscious leader.
In this episode, we cover:
- The more we control, the less safe we feel.
- Emotional hoarding! What is it?
- Breathing and its relationship to our safety.
- How to create a trusting work environment.
- The importance of the inner child.
- Falling in love with yourself.
- And so much more.
Learn more about Ron at RonStotts.com.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 73 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Chris Dyer, bestselling author of The Power of Company Culture, to explore how culture and safety within the workplace co-mingle.
In this episode, we cover:
- How safety fits within company culture.
- The difference between mistakes and errors.
- On creating a work environment that feels safe enough to make mistakes.
- Catching people doing the right thing.
- Leveling up the middle.
- Why we need to continue to train leaders.
- And so much more.
If you'd like a free PDF cheat sheet that shares tips on how to talk to your people, text "33777" and put "Chris" in the message! Learn more about Chris at ChrisDyer.com, connect with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 72 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Amber Norton, a registered nurse and holistic life practitioner, to explore the everyday risks of safety in healthcare—for visitors and staff.
In this episode, we cover:
- The in-hospital tragedy that led Amber to pursue a career as a holistic life practitioner.
- Must-do safety precautions when visiting a healthcare setting.
- Current standards, and how there's much to be improved upon, of healthcare safety.
- Amazing advice for caretakers in hospital settings.
- And so much more.
Learn more about Amber's holistic life coaching services, and be sure to connect with Amber on LinkedIn.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 71 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Kimberly Arnold, founder of Somatic Leadership, to explore how the body is impacted within the workplace, and what you can do to feel safer in your own skin.
In this episode, we cover:
- The feeling in your body when things don't go the way you want.
- The opportunity for calm between adrenaline and cortisol.
- Tips for noticing your body sensations.
- Hardwiring resilience into your day.
- How to ground yourself and feel safer in your body.
- And so much more.
Learn more about Somatic Leadership on YouTube! Connect with Kimberly Arnold here, and schedule your complimentary discovery call!
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 70 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by a special guest to explore the risks (and joys) of solo traveling, specially solo road trips around the United States!
In this episode, we cover:
- What you need to bring on your solo road trips.
- Safety precautions for solo traveling.
- Planning before you leave on a car trip.
- Why you should take a road trip throughout the US!
- And so much more.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 69 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay follows up on episode 68 with Kim Brady to dive deeper into whistleblowing, and shares some essential tips for speaking out at work. If you haven't listened to episode 68, make sure you do!
In this episode, we cover:
- What it means to document everything.
- What to do if it doesn't feel safe to speak out directly.
- Knowing your rights as an employee.
- Why courage is contagious.
- And so much more.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
We're back! On episode 68 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Kim Brady, a former NCAA athlete turned business growth specialist, to explore the inherent risk and courage of speaking out at your job.
In this episode, we cover:
- What happened to Kim when she called out bad behavior from her employer.
- Being "raised to raise your voice."
- Finding people at your job you can trust.
- When you realize the business culture is not what you thought it was.
- And so much more.
If you are curious about starting a business, or if you're early in your business journey and need some help, make sure to connect with Kim at kimbradybusinesscoaching.com! And give her a follow on LinkedIn.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is always looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
ENCORE EPISODE!
Lindsay is taking a much-needed break from the podcast this month. Don't you worry, she'll be back soon! But until then, we'll be re-releasing a couple of our most popular episodes for the month of July!
Thanks for listening, and stay safe!
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On episode 55 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Nicki Reisberg, host of the Scrolling 2 Death podcast, to explore the everyday risk at the intersection of kids and technology.
Content warning: brief mentions of suicide, online predators, depression, and anxiety.
In this episode, we cover:
- The impact technology has on the mental health of children.
- Why iPhones aren't safe for kids.
- Scary stories with AI chatbots.
- How we provide a safer digital environment for kids.
- The dreaded algorithm.
- And so much more!
Listen to Nicki's podcast, Scrolling 2 Death. And follow Nicki on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
ENCORE EPISODE!
Lindsay is taking a much-needed break from the podcast this month. Don't you worry, she'll be back soon! But until then, we'll be re-releasing a couple of our most popular episodes for the month of July!
Thanks for listening, and stay safe!
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On episode 3 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay sits down with Emma Garrison to discuss how to build safety and trust at work.
This wide ranging conversation explores:
- How disengaged employees leads to more risk and hazards.
- Building empathy and understanding in your team.
- Considering how our people are walking through the door (i.e. they are impacted by stuff that happens outside of the workplace).
- What leaders can do to foster trust in their employees.
- Why it's important to be vulnerable as a leader.
- And "get on board" questions!
Emma Garrison has devoted her career to supporting leadership teams in fully understanding the human aspect of the business, company culture, and how to drive results through our most valuable asset – our people!
Emma is trained as a Master Nuero-Linguistic Programming Practitioner,
Master Life Coach, trauma-informed and holds a degree in Human
Development and Family Studies with a minor in Psychology from the
University of Utah. She was trained in Human Resources, Leadership
and Employee Experience in the world-renowned leadership program at
Target.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Thanks for listening!
On episode 67 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Amy Frias, health educator and Safe Kids coordinator at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) to explore all things electric bikes, also known as e-bikes (yes, it's the e-bike episode!).
In this episode, we cover:
- Why maybe not every kid was meant to have an e-bike (electric bike), and how parents can determine that.
- The three classes of e-bikes, including age limits and max miles per hour.
- The two-two-two rule for e-bike helmet fit and sizing.
- Why it's a great idea to know which route your kid takes to school.
- How to set boundaries around e-bike responsibility and privilege.
- And so much more.
Learn more about e-bike safety and more below:
- Volt Verified
- CHP electric bike safety training
- OCTA e-bikes
- OC Public Works on e-bike safety
- E-Bike Sense safety training
- How to prevent e-bike injuries
- CHOC: Electric bicycle injury info
- E-Bike injuries compared to car injuries
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 66 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay goes solo to explore all things child passenger safety with everything you need to know to keep your children safe in the car!
In this episode, I cover:
- The top mistakes new parents make with car seats.
- Why rear-facing carseats are the gold standard.
- Did you know that nearly half of car seats are installed wrong?
- Why you should avoid after market car seat add-ons from Etsy.
- And so much more.
Did you know that Lindsay is a certified child passenger safety technician? She is! Want to ask her questions about child passenger safety? Ask here! References this week include nhtsa.gov and safekids.org.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 65 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Leon Morales, President and Chief Energy Officer at DNA Behavior, to explore how behavioral analytics can impact hiring, your career, and the success of a company!
In this episode, we cover:
- The two levels of behavior: natural and learned.
- Hiring the right people for the job (and not people just like you!).
- How behavior DNA analytics can help you if you're not happy in your career.
- The risks of hiring the wrong people.
- Why safety and behavior are intrinsically linked.
- And so much more.
Connect with Leon Morales on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leondna and learn more about DNA Behavior at dnabehavior.com.
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Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 64 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Amber Parks, a licensed veterinarian and life coach, to explore the everyday risks of stress and burnout.
In this episode, we cover:
- The systems and symptoms of burnout.
- How stressful it can be in helping professions, like veterinary medicine.
- The dangers of masking our stress at work.
- How you can focus on the things you can control.
- Amber's journey to becoming a veterinarian.
- What to do when you're feeling stuck.
- What's it like working with a burnout coach!
- And so much more.
Connect with Amber at thestressandburnoutcoach.com, and give them a follow on Instagram!
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 63 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Tracy Krieger, a certified risk management and safety professional, to explore the realm of psychological safety in the workplace and at home.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why psychological (or psycho-social) safety is the foundation of safety.
- Breaking stigma around mental health in the workplace.
- Why leaders ask great questions.
- Training managers to be more emotionally intelligent.
- What it really means to take a mental break.
- And so much more.
You can learn more about Tracy and connect with them at safetyoc.com and on LinkedIn here.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 62 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Rui Medeiros, an emergency response driver based in Canada, to explore the risk and safety of driving in emergency situations—for both the emergency responder and the drivers on the road.
In this episode, we cover:
- How to safely make space for emergency response vehicles on the road.
- What affects emergency response times, from infrastructure to population size.
- What mistakes drivers make when they hear emergency sirens.
- The motto for emergency response drivers: go as fast as you must but as slow as you can.
- Why driving is a privilege.
- And so much more.
Wherever you live, there's access to road safety information and education programs, including in Alberta via the Alberta Motor Association, and in the US through AAA.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 61 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Jane Thurmond, also known as "Fast Lane Jane," to explore what it means to be safe and responsible behind the wheel of a car.
In this episode, we cover:
- Jane's experiences driving race cars.
- Starting a new career at forty-eight years old.
- What defensive and offensive driving looks like.
- Driving habits and our modern distractions.
- Being more situationally aware in the car.
- Keeping our kids safe behind the wheel.
- And so much more.
Follow Jane on Instagram, listen to their podcast, High Octane Hustle, and learn more about safe driving at putonthebrakes.org.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 60 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Tania Friedlander, former professional table tennis player and current leadership coach, to explore the ingredients that add up to embracing risk.
In this episode, we cover:
- Letting our children take risks (and not projecting onto them).
- Where does your relationship to risk come from?
- Who is giving you permission to take a risk?
- Understanding our priorities and goals in risk-taking.
- And so much more.
Follow Tania on LinkedIn, and check out Tania's website at higherworkcoaching.com.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 59 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Madeline Schwarz, an expert communications coach, to explore the everyday risks of navigating difficult conversations in the workplace and at home.
In this episode, we cover:
- How to effectively present an idea with clarity and intent.
- The risks of not having the conversation.
- What we're afraid of in difficult conversations, from judgment to awkwardness.
- Tools to ground yourself during tough conversations.
- And so much more.
Follow Madeline on LinkedIn. And learn more about Madeline's communications coaching services here.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 58 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Michelle Arnau, an experienced scuba diver, to explore the everyday risks of scuba diving, from what to look out for when it comes to scuba diving classes and how best to prepare for your first scuba diving adventure!
In this episode, we cover:
- How Michelle got into scuba diving.
- Scuba diving as a meditation.
- The number one advice for first-time scuba divers.
- Why you need to seek out a 5-star PADI-certified training facility.
- And so much more.
Follow Michelle on Instagram. And check out Michelle's new clean ingredient insect repellant company, MIMIKAI.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 57 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by her friend Suzanne Burns to explore all things driving safety, from texting while driving to where you should really place your hands (hint: it's not actually 10 and 2!).
In this episode, we cover:
- The importance of seatbelt placement.
- When we take driving for granted.
- Learning about your car before you drive it.
- Why you should never take your hands off the wheel.
- Don't move your kids out of your carseats too soon!
- And so much more.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 56 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by her son Grayson and husband Chris to explore the everyday risks of camping in the desert!
In this episode, we cover:
- Quad driving safety, including a must-have neck brace.
- What to know about starting and tending to campfires.
- GPS and desert navigation.
- Essential resources in desert camping.
- Scorpions!
- And so much more!
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests, from industry experts to everyday folks! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 55 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Nicki Reisberg, host of the Scrolling 2 Death podcast, to explore the everyday risk at the intersection of kids and technology.
Content warning: brief mentions of suicide, online predators, depression, and anxiety.
In this episode, we cover:
- The impact technology has on the mental health of children.
- Why iPhones aren't safe for kids.
- Scary stories with AI chatbots.
- How we provide a safer digital environment for kids.
- The dreaded algorithm.
- And so much more!
Listen to Nicki's podcast, Scrolling 2 Death. And follow Nicki on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 54 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Lloyd Ellis, owner of Custom Christmas Lighting, to explore the risks we take during the holiday season.
In this episode, we cover:
- The hazards of installing holiday lights.
- Why someone should always be holding your ladder.
- Is there such thing as too many lights on one outlet?
- The importance of safety gloves.
- Body mechanics and holiday projects.
- And so much more!
Learn more about Lloyd's Orange County-based lighting business, Custom Christmas Lighting.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 53 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Terri Wallace, CEO and Founder at ESGineering), to explore the sustainability of humans and businesses.
In this episode, we cover:
- How sustainability connects to employee well-being.
- Why people, not businesses, are the drivers of change.
- How the pandemic really clarified what it is we value.
- Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of the future.
- Taking care of the planet as a business owner.
- What Is ESG: Environmental Social Governance?
- And so much more!
Connect with Terri on LinkedIn. Learn more about ESGineering.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 52 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Lauren Bragg (previously featured on episode 22) to explore Lauren's courageous, scary and eye-opening hurricane experience.
In this episode, we cover:
- Lauren's bonkers Twisters story!
- The risk of being in the heart of a hurricane.
- What disaster relief looks like.
- Assessing damage after a storm.
- And so much more!
You can connect with Lauren at vixenskinco.com and on Instagram @wellnessvixen.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 51 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Missy Kelly, co-founder of CatTongue Grips, the anti-slip and non-abrasive grips solution for home and work!
In this episode, we cover:
- What it's like being a customer-driven company.
- Listening to customers and being open to new ideas.
- The origin story of CatTongue Grips.
- Tips for developing a product and starting your company.
- The fascinating world of non-abrasive grips.
- And so much more!
You can learn more about Missy and CatTongue Grips at CatTongueGrips.com.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 50 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Egor Olteanu, co-founder and CEO of Volt AI, to explore how AI can revolutionize security systems.
Content warning: Discussion around workplace and school gun violence.
In this episode, we cover:
- Egor's adventurous childhood.
- Making a plan and then making a plan for the plan.
- Anticipating the worst case scenario.
- Reducing workplace and school violence.
- How Volt AI enhances security with revolutionary AI.
- And so much more!
You can learn more about Egor and Volt AI at Volt.ai.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 49 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Rick Bistline, Ph.D., former law enforcement officer and current leadership development coach, to explore the human impact of public safety.
Content warning: Brief mention of suicide and depression.
In this episode, we cover:
- Measuring the impact of public service.
- The mental health impact of working in law enforcement.
- The dangers of the us vs. them mentality within the police force.
- The importance of seeing people as they are.
- Why peer support matters.
- And so much more!
You can connect with Rick on LinkedIn.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 48 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Karen Laos, communication expert and confidence cultivator, to explore the risks and joys of asking for what you want (especially for women!).
In this episode, we cover:
- The importance of effective communication.
- Why it's so hard for women to ask for what they want.
- Direct asks vs. passive asks.
- How to become more confident in the workplace.
- What happens when you ask and they say "no."
- And so much more!
You can connect with Karen Laos on LinkedIn and on their website: KarenLaos.com.
Want to join the podcast? Lindsay is looking for industry guests! Contact Lindsay here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 47 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Tanya Conole to explore the differences between risk-based safety and compliance-based safety.
In this episode, we cover:
- What safety culture is like in Australia.
- Safety as a continuum.
- Why safety compliance is the bare minimum.
- How to establish safety in a systematic way.
- And so much more!
You can connect with Tanya Conole on LinkedIn. And make sure to listen to Tanya's podcast, A Win for Safety.
On September 28th, join Lindsay at The Gathering, in Santa Barbara, for a conversation on how to conduct your personal hazard assessment. Use code LINDSAY20 for $20 off your ticket!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 46 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Robin Caine, fighter pilot with the Royal Air Force, to explore the overall risks and safety of piloting a jet and what's it like to be a real-life Top Gun Maverick.
In this episode, we cover:
- Putting a system in place to help you understand errors.
- Operating risk and operational risk.
- Decision making in times of crisis.
- Putting the responsibility of safety on a group, as opposed to a person.
- Thinking like a Maverick.
- How Robin has taken their experience as a pilot and transferred that to leadership and coaching.
- And so much more!
You can connect with Robin Caine on LinkedIn.
In September, join Lindsay at The Gathering, in Santa Barbara, for a conversation on how to conduct your personal hazard assessment. Reach out to Lindsay for a special discount code!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 45 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Cathy Peyton, CEO and founder of Indigo Workplace, to explore the ups and downs and everything in between of company culture.
In this episode, we cover:
- The intersection of safety and culture.
- The best way to give employees time and space to reset.
- Creating environments people want to be in.
- How everyone is a part of cultivating a sustainable culture.
- And so much more!
Indigo Workplace transforms business through a thriving workplace culture. Connect with Cathy on LinkedIn.
In September, join Lindsay at The Gathering, in Santa Barbara, for a conversation on how to conduct your personal hazard assessment. Reach out to Lindsay for a special discount code!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 44 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Svetlana Blancher to explore the bright beginnings of Rugged Peach, a brand new company dedicated to making high-visibility PPE and workwear for expecting mothers.
In this episode, we cover:
- The difficulty of finding comfortable PPE and workwear for women.
- How Rugged Peach sets to solve the issue of ill-fitting wear for pregnant women.
- The risks of ill-fitting workwear and PPE.
- On elevating women in the workplace.
- And so much more!
Rugged Peach Workwear understands that expecting moms require properly fitted PPE just as much as the next gal. They are committed to designing maternity PPE and workwear that looks good, feels great, and keeps you safe.
In September, join Lindsay at The Gathering, in Santa Barbara, for a conversation on how to conduct your personal hazard assessment. Reach out to Lindsay for a special discount code!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 43 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Melanie Adams, the founder of Embher, to explore empowering women with better Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) solutions.
In this episode, we cover:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed for women.
- How what you wear contributes to your comfort and safety.
- Showing up at work with confidence.
- What really makes PPE garments comfortable.
- Taking the lead and other career advice.
- And so much more!
Want comfortable and empowering PPE designed specifically for women? Try Embher, founded by Melanie Adams. Learn more about the Alliance of Women's Safety Apparel Manufacturers.
The ASSP Professional Development conference is taking place August 7-9. Register here. In September, join Lindsay at The Gathering, in Santa Barbara, for a conversation on how to conduct your personal hazard assessment. Reach out to Lindsay for a special discount code!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 42 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Alison Butler, a certified Mental Health First Aid course instructor, to explore mental health in the workplace.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why everyone (10 out of 10 people!) has mental health.
- Tips on burnout prevention.
- Integrating mental health safety in the workplace.
- How to identify when someone is struggling.
- Checking in with your personal mental health.
- And so much more!
Connect with Alison at AlisonButler.ca.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Join Lindsay at the Shadow Her Virtual Resource Summer Series on July 24th for a presentation on how to evaluate risks and shape outcomes!
In September, join Lindsay at The Gathering, in Santa Barbara, for a conversation on how to conduct your personal hazard assessment. Reach out to Lindsay for a special discount code!
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 41 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Mike Penhall, a commercial pilot, to explore the risks pilots take and the culture of safety in aviation.
In this episode, we cover:
- Mental health for pilots.
- How Mike discovered his love of flying.
- Increasing support for pilots and crew.
- Staying calm when things don't go as planned.
- And so much more!
Connect with Mike at AirAmericaAM.com and Instagram @penhallshortbus.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Join Lindsay at the Shadow Her Virtual Resource Summer Series June 26-July 24! And you're not going to want to miss The Gathering.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 40 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Ginny Palmieri, CEO and co-founder of myNextory, to explore the human skills needed to advance in your career.
In this episode, we cover:
- The importance of having people in your life to support you.
- What mistakes people make in their career advancement.
- Essential skills in career development, like critical thinking.
- The keys to receiving feedback.
- The trouble with being resistant to change.
- And so much more!
Connect with Ginny on LinkedIn. If you're looking for a little help in your career advancement, be sure to check out myNextory.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 39 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Heather Johnson, CEO of Ingenium, to explore safety from the perspective of someone in charge.
In this episode, we cover:
- Having safety as a core value at work (and beyond).
- When clients pay attention to your safety ratings.
- Fact finding over fault finding.
- How safer environments directly correlate to profitability.
- And so much more!
Connect with Heather on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-johnson-formerly-heather-dody-260a124/ and explore Heather's company, Ingenium: https://www.pureingenium.com/.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 38 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay welcomes back Celeste DiMilla, psychotherapist and author, to explore the science of brain-based pain and everything in between!
In this episode, we cover:
- Celeste's diagnosis of interstitial cystitis
- What it means for pain to be caused by the brain.
- Brain-based pain vs. body-based pain.
- How stress plays a role in chronic pain.
- Somatic tracking.
- And so much more!
Connect with Celeste at https://celestedimilla.com/. Check out these amazing resources from Lin Health: https://www.lin.health/resources. And here's the book recommended by Celeste: https://www.amazon.com/Way-Out-Revolutionary-Scientifically-Approach/dp/059308683X.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 37 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Anna Redmond to explore all things physical security, from security guards to workplace violence prevention.
In this episode, we cover:
- SB-533, the new rule around workplace violence prevention. documentation.
- Clarifying your foreseeable threats.
- Security cameras vs. guards.
- How to determine your physical security needs.
- Braav, the on-demand security solution.
- And so much more!
Connect with Anna Redmond on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-redmond-security/ and learn more about Braav at https://www.braav.co/.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 36 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Dr. Ben Andrew to explore behavior-based safety vs. people-based safety and the real reasons unsafe behavior occurs: systemic issues.
In this episode, we cover:
- The Hawthorne effect.
- Creating a culture of belonging.
- Why unsafe behavior happens because of systemic failures, not individual failures.
- The normalization of deviance.
- And so much more!
Connect with Dr. Ben Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ben-andrew/ and their company, Ethan Bradley Group, LLC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ebradgroup/.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 35 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Amy Cobb, associate director at Shadow Her, to explore the next topic in our ongoing career series: mentorship!
In this episode, we cover:
- The specific challenges women face in business.
- Navigating gender bias and lack of representation for women.
- Why mentorship is an essential part of growth and development.
- Recognizing your own worth and value.
- Shadow Her, the amazing mentorship program for women.
- Why community matters.
- And so much more!
Connect with Amy on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cobb1123/. Learn more about Shadow Her here: https://shadowher.org/about-us/. The next cohort kicks off at the end of April 2024!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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On episode 34 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay hosts the first ever roundtable to explore the entrepreneurial odyssey of her and her two good friends: Susan Mazzarella and Jennifer Parzakonis.
In this episode, we cover:
- The origin stories of each guest's (and Lindsay's) entrepreneur journey.
- The risks of starting your own business.
- What each of them has learned in the first five years.
- What motivates them to keep running their businesses.
- Support systems, and work-life integration.
- Being good enough.
- And so much more!
Connect with Susan Mazzarella on LinkedIn and at sunbird.international. Connect with Jennifer Parzakonis on LinkedIn and at parzyconsulting.com.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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On episode 33 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Jim Bishop to explore the next topic in our ongoing career series: all things leadership!
In this episode, we cover:
- Why poor management makes employees want to quit.
- Making your work environment emotionally safe.
- Speak up culture.
- Tending to your feelings as leaders.
- Employee expectations of work.
- And so much more!
Connect with Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdbishop/ and learn more about his leadership coaching at: https://conjunctionleadership.com/.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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On episode 32 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Christopher Allen to explore safety in the harbor and port industry. Did you know that the majority of your Amazon packages come through the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles?
In this episode, we cover:
- The details and nuances of those colorful shipping containers you see on big boats!
- How to improve employee engagement.
- The risks and safety of harbor and port work.
- Challenging complacency in your employees.
- How to separate man vs. machine.
- And so much more!
Connect with Christopher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-allen-9707266/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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On episode 31 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay is joined by Carolyn Sweeney to explore everything related to career (or "careering" as Lindsay says). Did you know that less than 3% of online job applicants hear back from employers?
In this episode, we cover:
- Tips for looking for something new in your career.
- Career changes that align with your values, skills, and interests.
- Being calm in the interview process.
- Whether or not you should work with a recruiter.
- And so much more!
Connect with Carolyn Sweeney on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-sweeney/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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On episode 30 of The Safety Gambit podcast, Lindsay goes solo to talk about doing something just for the challenge of doing it, safety certifications, and an exciting new update: The Safety Gambit Manifesto!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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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 integrate mobility and movement on the job site.
- What it means to be a job site athlete.
- Reducing physical discomfort at work.
- Communicating your physical needs at work.
- And so much more!
Learn more about ProVention Plus on LinkedIn, Instagram, and at ProVentionPlus.com. And connect with Kelly Feldkamp on LinkedIn.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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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 approach your employee (or friend, partner, spouse) when you see that something can be done more safely.
- And so much more!
Connect with Terry on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-dussault-161b1b36/. Learn more about Terry's company, Yellowknife Consulting Services at: https://www.yellowknifesafety.com.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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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 ineffective communication strategies.
- Safety messaging and shorter attention spans.
- And so much more!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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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 workplace, such as not sharing their needs for fear of losing out on opportunities or creating an unsafe environment.
- Becoming more confident and clear on what you want to achieve.
- The difference between proactive and reactive companies.
- And so much more!
Are you a working mom looking for support? Check out Working Moms Tribe. And connect with the Working Moms Tribe @workingmomstribe and Mychelle Fernandez @mychellewithawhy on Instagram.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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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 transformation and inspiration for founding Conscious Leadership.
- What is toxic leadership.
- The tools you need to become a conscious leader.
- And so much more!
Marika Messager is a Conscious Leader, consultant, and change architect unlocking the genius in the most successful business leaders in the UK and internationally, elevating individuals, businesses, and the global community into a new paradigm of positive and purposeful impact. Learn more about Marika and conscious leadership at ConsciousLeadership.org.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
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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 common obstacles to adopting tech, including budget, learning curve, and "we've always done it this way."
- How technology can take you from being a reactive organization to a proactive one.
- Improving outcomes by being more transparent about information.
- And so much more!
Branden Neal is the founder and CEO of Salute Safety, a cloud-based EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) compliant management platform that provides safety leaders an easy to use, modern, and flexible system for tracking, managing, and communicating key environmental, health, and safety data. Learn more about Salute Safety here: https://www.salutesafety.com/.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!
Special shoutout to the Safety Gambit podcast editor, Nōn Wels! If you're looking to launch a podcast, or maybe you have a current podcast that needs editing support, Nōn can help! Get in touch at: https://nonwels.com/podcast-consulting.
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 safety.
- And so much more!
Lindsay loves to stay hydrated and with the right amount of balanced electrolytes. That's why she loves LMNT, a tasty electrolyte drink with everything you need and nothing you don't. Get yours at: https://elementallabs.refr.cc/lindsaypolic
Are you a wine lover (like Lindsay)? Explore Scout & Cellar's amazing wines here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 start.
- Enacting meaningful and positive change with Feng Shui.
- How to use Feng Shui at home and at work (even a cubicle!).
- And so much more!
Learn more about The Feng Shui Collective here: https://fengshuicollective.com. Check out the Bagua Map here.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 empower women in the Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) mining industry.
- How Bettina got into the mining industry, and the complexities of being a single mother.
- Psychological safety and equality in the mining industry.
- And so much more!
Are you a woman in the FIFO and/or mining industry? Connect with and learn more about Bettina: https://linktr.ee/womeninfifo.
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Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 of why we're burnt out.
- Are you giving more than you can give?
- A challenge of the outdated 40-hour work week.
- And so much more!
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Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 done"
- Construction tool safety
- The importance of weekly safety talks, even when there hasn't been an accident
- Why some put their people at risk for the sake of profits or management goals
- Vetting employees for safety culture
- And so much more!
Learn more about BrollysDad Construction on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/brollysdadconstruction/
Follow Shawn on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrollysDadPodcast
Listen to Shawn's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PZusYFxLWMtVVcVsZbp0d
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 businesses develop strategy around health and safety.
- Reducing workplace injuries, employee satisfaction, and retainment.
- And so much more!
Connect with Shanna Dunbar at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannadunbar/
Learn more about Workplace Health Inc: http://www.workplacehealthinc.com/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 wellness.
- Connecting to ourselves before we can connect to others.
- And so much more!
Connect with Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrafriedman/
Connect with Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrafriedman
Learn more about Connection Feast: https://www.connectionfeast.com/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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.
- Risk and reward in extreme sports.
- And so much more!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 regulations.
- Leading by example with transparency and compassion.
- What to do when there's resistance to new rules.
- How safety leaders are perceived (unfairly).
- And so much more!
Connect with Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaum/
Connect with Ron on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneyronwesley/
Listen to Ron's podcast, Construction Champions: https://anchor.fm/construction-champions
Learn more about Ron's business, Nutt Nest.
Ron is a dynamic, results-oriented leader. He is a conductor of change that never accepts the status quo or an excuse. After serving in the Marine Corps, he went on to add over a decade of experience in the construction industry. Ron has cemented himself as a visionary and a leader in construction, working in many facets from field, sales, leadership, and management. He is the host of Constructions Champions podcast and the founder/CEO of Nuttnest.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 health.
- The four steps to decrease stress.
- And so much more!
Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-godsey-rn-msn-ag-acnp-bc-92429a69/
Watch Kim's TedTalk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP1G7H3vQ58
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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) Safety, including empowerment, emotion, and empathy.
- And so much more!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 stress leads to making unsafe decisions.
- And so much more!
Order Celeste's book here.
Connect with Celeste at CelesteDiMilla.com.
Psychotherapist, Celeste DiMilla, knows the transformational power of kindness. When a midlife crisis left her empty and unfulfilled, practicing kindness transformed her life and made her happy. Celeste and her colleague, Louis Alloro, have now written the book, Live Kind, Be Happy, to teach others how simple kindness practices can improve every aspect of their lives and ultimately be world changing. Celeste is passionate about creating a kinder and happier world and she writes and speaks about topics such as kindness, mindfulness and wellbeing
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 around safety.
- Distracted and unsafe driving.
- Tips and strategies for being a safer driver.
- Cameras, devices, and other safety tools for fleets.
- And so much more!
Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbburns/
Connect with Midwest Fleet and Safety: https://midwestfleetandsafety.com/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 doesn't have a grasp on their safety obligations.
- How Silvana has learned to connect with employees and earn their trust.
- How to help employees learn about the impact of their safety decisions.
- Feng shui for your office environment.
- And so much more!
Connect with Silvana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silvanadominioni/
The Feng Shui Collective: https://www.fengshuicollective.com/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 framework helps foster understanding, empathy, and care within your teams.
- How better awareness of each of our Working Genius types helps us better understand ourselves and each other.
- How to turn our frustrations into competencies.
- How the Working Genius framework exists within the safety world.
- Lindsay's and Khara's Working Genius types.
- And so much more!
Khara Huhta is a passionate and dedicated Certified Safety Professional and Certified Athletic Trainer with experience on all sides of occupational safety including safe preventative practices, injury response, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. In her previous career life, Khara provided athletic training services to the magical cast members at Disneyland before she found her new passion in health and safety. Khara began her safety consultant career in 2016 and has performed fall protection assessments, confined space inventories, and ergonomic assessments, along with program and project management tasks. She works entertainment conventions as a side gig and if you are looking for her on a weekend, you will often find her relaxing in the company of her husband, Erik, and their two dogs, Willow and Barrett.
Connect with Khara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kharahuhta/
Learn more about Working Genius: https://www.workinggenius.com/
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 safety at home and work.
- How reducing stress can help us break habits.
- And so much more!
And special shoutout to you listeners for helping us reach the milestone of 250 downloads! Thank you! Let's keep it going!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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 vulnerable
- How validation has shifted fro working harder to working smarter.
- And much more!
About Emily Elrod:
Her clients describe Emily Elrod as energetic, wise beyond her years, and the person that gets things done. Her husband describes her as a blonde, good momma, and animal philanthropist. But if you ask her, she is just a lover of humanity, dark chocolate, and nouns as she will gladly nerd out with you on ways people, places, and things (aka nouns) go from stressed to strategic as she helps them perform at their top potential. She has a background in ergonomic engineering, Human Resources, and Wholistic Human-Centric design. She is blessed to own a company called Workzbe that works with high-performing, high-pressure teams of all sizes to create WISE work environments where people show up, collaborate, perform, and have fun while doing it.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
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.
- What separates those who have high risk tolerance from those who have low risk tolerance.
- Safety gambits in the financial space.
- Tips for dealing with risk tolerance and financial stress.
- And more!
Teri Slater has helped high achievers overcome shame, guilt and overwhelm with their finances as a financial coach since 2008. Despite her finance degree however, she and her former husband used credit cards as an extension of their incomes to buy lifestyle and happiness. After a "line in the sand moment", Teri ditched over $200,000 in debt, the mindsets that got her there and eventually the marriage. She discovered a more profound approach and joy in helping others overcome debt and create more confidence on their financial journeys.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 4 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay asks one very important question when it comes to our safety, the safety of our community, the safety of our workplaces, and the safety of the people we love:
What is your risk tolerance?
In this episode, we explore:
- The influencing factors of risk tolerance.
- How risk tolerance is different for everyone, and how it changes over time.
- The difference between risks and hazards.
- Lindsay's worrywart childhood, and her husband's risk tolerance with . . . sharks.
- Risk perception.
- And so much more!
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheSafetyGambit. And please rate, review, share, and subcsribe! Thanks for listening!
On episode 3 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay sits down with Emma Garrison to discuss how to build safety and trust at work.
This wide ranging conversation explores:
- How disengaged employees leads to more risk and hazards.
- Building empathy and understanding in your team.
- Considering how our people are walking through the door (i.e. they are impacted by stuff that happens outside of the workplace).
- What leaders can do to foster trust in their employees.
- Why it's important to be vulnerable as a leader.
- And "get on board" questions!
Emma Garrison has devoted her career to supporting leadership teams in fully understanding the human aspect of the business, company culture, and how to drive results through our most valuable asset – our people!
Emma is trained as a Master Nuero-Linguistic Programming Practitioner,
Master Life Coach, trauma-informed and holds a degree in Human
Development and Family Studies with a minor in Psychology from the
University of Utah. She was trained in Human Resources, Leadership
and Employee Experience in the world-renowned leadership program at
Target.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Thanks for listening!
On episode 2 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay discusses the four pillars of the human aspect of safety.
The four pillars of human safety are: community; education and skills; environment; and well-being. Each pillar plays a huge role in our lives at home and at work, including the impact on work-life integration, how we consume and react to information, finding joy in our careers, and more.
Other topics explored on this episode include:
- Lindsay's personal experience leaving her corporate job to pursue a career on her own.
- How to conduct your own personal hazard assessment using the four pillars of human safety as a guide.
- How to avoid sacrificing your own mental health and well-being in your job.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Thanks for listening!
On episode 1 of The Safety Gambit, Lindsay answers the question: what is a safety gambit?
From the risks we take at home (like standing on a ladder) to the impact of safety decisions made at work, The Safety Gambit podcast will explore every possible angle to safety through a holistic, human lens.
Other topics explored in this episode include:
- Why we can't silo our work life from our home life.
- Emotional, spiritual, social, and physical safety.
- Why companies take risks, and what that means for employees.
- And, most importantly, the human aspect of safety.
Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart.
Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com. Thanks for listening!
A safety gambit is a risk we take hoping for a positive outcome, often without consideration of the impact that the risk could have on the culture of safety at work or at home. The Safety Gambit podcast will bring awareness to the impact that our safety decisions have on the safety of workplaces, the emotional and physical safety of our spaces, and the overall philosophy of safety.
Join your host, Lindsay Polic, a Certified Safety Professional with over 20 years of experience, as we redefine the way we think about safety by asking questions, sharing thoughts, and interviewing like-hearted people. If you are ready to shift the safety culture within yourself and your environment, this podcast is for you.
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