In Episode 740 of Safety FM with Jay Allen, we dive deep into a critical question: Are we training people for the real world, or just for the checkbox version of it?

Dr. Jay Allen challenges the traditional safety and organizational training models that rely on unrealistic simulations and one-off learning events. Drawing on insights from The Signal Transmission Trilogy, Jay examines how we expect people to respond perfectly in chaos—based on training delivered in sterile, artificial environments they've never actually encountered.

This episode explores:

• Why core principles matter more than memorized protocols
• The difference between reactive behavior and principled decision-making
• How military, martial arts, and sports training tie into organizational learning
• The real meaning of “adaptability” in high-stakes environments

If your safety program still treats training as a one-and-done checklist, this episode might sting a little—but it’s a necessary wake-up call.

🔊 Listen now for a raw, reflective breakdown on why we need to stop teaching safety like it’s a scripted rehearsal—and start building real-world readiness.

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In this episode of Safety FM Mini, Dr. Jay Allen reflects on an all-too-relatable moment from his own studio—proving that even seasoned professionals can fall into the trap of a single point failure. After realizing mid-broadcast that he forgot to start the video recording, Jay uses the mishap to explore how fragile systems can exist not just in tech setups but in our everyday work environments.

From live radio chaos to thought-provoking safety culture questions, this quick hit will have you asking: Where are the single points of failure in your system—and how can you fix them before they break?

Brought to you by Safety Focus Moments – Helping you build the safety culture you've been looking for.

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In this episode, Dr. Jay Allen reconnects with the one and only Sam Goodman—speaker, author, and the creative force behind Safety Sucks, the StartingPoints deck, and a bold movement in how we think about safety, leadership, and organizational systems.

Jay and Sam dive into a raw and honest conversation that spans everything from creative content development and ditching corporate life, to the friction between traditional safety models and emerging human-focused philosophies. Sam shares what inspired his viral videos, the unexpected journey into album creation, and the deeper thinking behind his now-iconic cards and app.

They also discuss the weight of middle management, the allure of rebranding HOP, and the very real frustrations of watching good ideas get watered down for convenience. Along the way, Jay opens up about The Signal Transmission Trilogy—how it began, why it became three books, and what it really means to challenge the system from within.

Whether you're a frontline worker, consultant, or safety leader, this episode is a masterclass in truth-telling, creative thinking, and staying grounded in what matters. Expect laughter, reflection, and a few well-placed jabs at the industry's sacred cows.

It’s Independence Day in the U.S., and while most people are lighting fireworks, Jay Allen is lighting up your brain with something different: the Five Principles of Human and Organizational Performance. In this short holiday edition of Safety FM Mini, Jay challenges you to dig into these principles and consider how applying them could revolutionize your approach to safety—and life. A quick listen with a big spark.

In this episode, Jay Allen reconnects with Gordon Walsh, Principal Consultant at the Safety Centre of Excellence for Energy Safety Canada, for a debrief following the recent conference in Banff. The two explore what goes into planning one of the industry's most respected safety events—including how topics like AI, tools-based learning, and even behavior-based safety found their way into this year’s lineup.

Gordon shares how Energy Safety Canada curates its content, the evolving balance between theory and application, and why inclusivity in safety philosophy matters more than ever. The conversation also touches on leadership transitions, industry collaboration, and how the organization is addressing serious injury and fatality trends through accessible, frontline-ready tools.

Whether you’re in oil & gas, construction, or just curious about the future of safety conversations, this episode pulls back the curtain on how impactful, real-world safety culture gets built.

Today on Safety FM Mini, we discuss when change is not needed.

In this raw, unfiltered, and unexpectedly moving conversation, Jay Allen sits down with Ben Goodheart—founder of Magpie Human Systems and co-host of Punk Rock Safety—to talk about what happens after you buy into the principles of Human & Organizational Performance. From pediatric heart surgeries to punk rock field trips, Ben brings honesty, humility, and humor to the safety world in a way few can.

They explore:

• What it's like observing literal life-saving work in hospitals
• Why “being human” is a philosophy, not just a polo shirt
• The tension between simplicity and certainty in safety leadership
• How AI tools are helping safety pros reclaim time for human connection
• The real story behind Punk Rock Safety (and Neanderthal DNA)
• Why asking “now what?” might be the most important part of your HOP journey

Recorded live at Energy Safety Canada, this episode is more than a chat—it’s a signal to stay grounded, stay curious, and never believe your own hype.

Today it's all about the upcoming conference.

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