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 phil ...
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Created for First Responders and Front Line Workers to tackle the challenges of working on the front lines. Dig into topics on burnout, workplace dynamics, managing mental health, balancing family life...and so much more. Created and hosted by Lindsay Faas, clinical counsellor and trauma therapist. View the show notes, and access bonus resources at https://my.thrive-life.ca/behind-the-line.
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We know first-hand the struggle of trying not to take the job home with us and let it affect our families. We know the toll the law enforcement career can have on marriages and relationships. And we also have been frustrated by the lack of authentic leadership in our agencies. This Law Enforcement Podcast was designed to help you overcome the mental toll of the law enforcement career and the negative effects it can have on your personal life. Hosted by active-duty law enforcement, we bring y ...
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We're an educational charity and social enterprise, empowering young people to question, challenge, and understand some of the most complex social issues today.
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A weekly conversation with a revolving group of hosts and expert guests about policy issues, that works to stay above the rhetoric and away from the politics of the day.
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We bring our love of the paranormal and true crime into an open and honest forum of discussion and debate. We also like to have fun with the topics we love so I'm sure you'll find some intriguing and funny gems along the way. Get in touch with us! throughtheabysspodcast@gmail.com Twitter and Instagram @abysspodcast1
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The idea of Retirement, especially for law enforcement, is a Hoax with Adam Wills | 178
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The idea of Retirement, especially for law enforcement, is a Hoax with Adam Wills | 178 Member’s Only content, Join us today @ www.patreon.com/OnTheBlueLine Episode Show Notes: https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes EPISODE OVERVIEW In this episode of the On The Blue Line Podcast, host Wayne Mulder and guest, Adam Wills discuss the challe…
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LIVESTREAM: The Victim mentality is RUINING your life, DO THIS instead | 177
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LIVESTREAM: The Victim mentality is RUINING your life, DO THIS instead | 177 Member’s Only content, Join us today @ www.patreon.com/OnTheBlueLine Episode Show Notes: https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes EPISODE OVERVIEW Section 1 Links: Story 1. Felony Charges dismissed against 2 former Louisville officers charged in the Breonna Taylor …
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Build Trust To Improve Culture (with Cathy Peyton)
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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…
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Why the WARRIOR MINDSET (Courage, Resilience & Purpose) matters in Law Enforcement & in Life | 176
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Why the WARRIOR MINDSET (Courage, Resilience & Purpose) matters in Law Enforcement & in Life | 176 See this Episodes complete SHOW NOTES at https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes EPISODE OVERVIEW Introduction (00:00:31:13 - 00:01:54:07) Introduction to the podcast, emphasizing that while it is a law enforcement podcast, it offers somethin…
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An intergenerational conversational for South Asian Heritage Month - Part two
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Part two of an intergenerational conversation, in celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, between our Programme Officer Munny and members of her family exploring this year's theme - free to be me.By Cumberland Lodge
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An intergenerational conversational for South Asian Heritage Month - Part One
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In celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, our Programme Officer Munny sat down with members of her family for an intergenerational conversation around this year's theme - free to be me.By Cumberland Lodge
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“Serving your Community shouldn’t mean Sacrificing your Sanity” with Lindsay Faas | The On The Blue Line Podcast with Wayne Mulder
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“Serving your Community shouldn’t mean Sacrificing your Sanity” with Lindsay Faas | The On The Blue Line Podcast with Wayne Mulder See this Episodes complete SHOW NOTES at https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes EPISODE OVERVIEW: This episode of the On the Blue Line podcast hosted by Wayne Mulder features an insightful conversation with Li…
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Bright Beginnings (with Rugged Peach's Svetlana Blancher)
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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 sol…
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This episode of Five Minutes With... features Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Great Britain.Zara talks about British Muslim identity, her experience as a young leader, and how we can create a more optimistic society for young people today.Recorded in May 2024, it offers a message of hope and a reminder of the importance of…
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I assure you; the report of my death has been grossly exaggerated! | On The Blue Line with Wayne Mulder
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I assure you; the report of my death has been grossly exaggerated! | On The Blue Line with Wayne Mulder See this Episodes complete SHOW NOTES at https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode, host Wayne Mulder shares an update on his life over the past 11 months, discussing significant personal health challenges …
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Empowering Women with Better PPE Solutions (with Melanie Adams)
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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 …
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Emerging Leaders - Hannah Phillips: Compassionate Leadership
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How can we create more compassionate leadership through more civil public discourse? We speak to Hannah Phillips to explore the importance of civility in politics, the role that gender plays, and the need for greater compassion in leadership.Hannah Phillips is a Consultant with The Jo Cox Foundation, PhD student at the University of Oxford, and alu…
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Democracy 101 - Mis-, Dis-, and Mal-information with Matteo Bergamini
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Democracy 101 is the monthly podcast series from Cumberland Lodge giving a comprehensive introduction to democracy. In this episode, we speak to Matteo Bergamini, Founder and CEO of Shout Out UK, about what mis-, dis-, and mal-information are, what issues arise because of false information, and what can be done to combat it.…
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Mental Health Safety (with Alison Butler)
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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 iden…
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In this episode of Five Minutes With... we speak to Kurt Barling, Professor of Journalism at Middlesex University and former BBC Special Correspondent. Kurt explores how we need to approach the challenges facing society, and how we can avoid polarisation in public discourse to find just responses.By Cumberland Lodge
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A thought-provoking discussion recorded 28 June 2024, exploring the evolving landscape for Gen Z boys.Recent studies show significant divergence in views on gender among young people (16-19 years). While many Gen Zs embrace progressive beliefs, a considerable number of young men still feel pressured to conform to traditional roles and behaviours su…
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TODAY IM DISCUSSING THE CLINICAL SIDE OF STROKES...HOW TO IDENTIFY THE SIGNS. ITS A LITTLE DRY BUT HAS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATIONBy Through The Abyss
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Mental Safety in the Cockpit (with Mike Penhall)
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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. …
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Emerging Leaders - Daniel Stone: Creating a Community
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How can we create a space for diverse discussion in our local community? In this episode, Daniel Stone explores how he brought people from all walks of life together in conversation to build a network of people interested in sharing their wisdom with one another.Daniel Stone is the founder of the Birmingham-based charity, The Philosophers’ Yard, wh…
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TC: EPISODE 78 - Teen Angst Going Overboard: The Murder of Skylar Neese
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TONIGHT WE DISCUSS THE BETRAYAL AND MURDER OF SKYLAR NEESE BY HER 2 BEST FRIENDS RACHEL SCHOAF AND SHELIA EDDY. IM JOINED BY MY YOUNG FRIEND RIVER WHO CAN GIVE A PERSPECTIVE FROM THE KILLERS POINTS OF VIEW AS SHE, TOO, IS IN HIGH SCHOOLBy Through The Abyss
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Democracy 101 - Registering to Vote with Dr Ben Stanford
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Democracy 101 is the monthly podcast series from Cumberland Lodge giving a comprehensive introduction to democracy. In this episode, we speak to Dr Ben Stanford, Senior Lecturer in Law at Liverpool John Moores University, on issues of voter registration and what you need to take with you to the polling station.…
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Human Skills: How To Advance Your Career (with Ginny Palmieri)
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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 deve…
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At our recent Dis/Mis-information and Young People workshop, we caught up with Amanda Gurruchaga from Shout Out UK, talking about the use of social media and how young people should be front and centre of any discussions around it.By Cumberland Lodge
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One CEO's Take on Safety (with Heather Johnson)
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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 dire…
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Emerging Leaders - Chanel Contos: Transforming Consent Education
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How do we build from shared experiences to address past injustices and create national change for future generations? In this episode, founder of Teach Us Consent and author of Consent Laid Bare Chanel Contos explores her work, its effect on the Australian curriculum, and the human impact of her work.Please be aware that the conversation contains s…
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BACK FINALLY. IM TALKING TO A FRIEND OF MINE WHO ALSO HAD A STROKE, DISCUSSING THE MOST DIFFICULT THINGS WE DEAL WITHBy Through The Abyss
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Democracy 101 - What is Democracy? with Prof Alan Renwick
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Democracy 101 is the monthly podcast series from Cumberland Lodge about giving a comprehensive introduction to democracy. In this episode, we speak to Alan Renwick from The Constitution Unit at UCL to explore what it means to have a democratic system, what that looks like in the UK, and how we can influence our future.…
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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 stres…
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We are joined by CEO and Founder of Power the Fight Ben Lindsay to find out what he believes are the most important conversations we need to be having today and how young people can contribute to those conversations.We spoke to Ben at the launch of the new report, Protecting Young Black Lives, Celebrating Black Professionals. You can read and downl…
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Risk Assessment Strategies: Building Solutions for Security Challenges (with Anna Redmond)
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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 de…
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Emerging Leaders - Lavinya Stennett: Black history in education
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How do we hold onto a vision for change while meeting resistance at all levels? In this episode, Lavinya Stennett unpacks why Black history education deserves a permanent place in classrooms and beyond year-round.Lavinya is a writer, cultural educationalist, and Founder and CEO of The Black Curriculum, who work to teach and support the teaching of …
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Safe Approaches: Behavior-Based vs People-Based Safety (with Dr. Ben Andrew)
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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 individ…
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In this episode of Five Minutes With... we speak to Alex Brocklehurst from Full Fact, the UK's independent fact checking authority. Alex talks about issues of disinformation and how we can empower young people to help combat its spread.By Cumberland Lodge
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Guiding Lights: Navigating Mentorship (with Amy Cobb)
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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 o…
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Emerging Leaders - Sabah Choudhry: Authenticity in Journalism
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What does it take to make a name for yourself in journalism? In this episode, Sabah Choudhry explores how the journalism industry is changing to allow for more authenticity and how being resilient and taking risks can lead to big rewards.Sabah is an award-winning multimedia journalist with experience in TV, radio and digital mediums. As a young Sky…
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Entrepreneurial Odyssey: 3 Friends' Journey to Success
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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 o…
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In this episode, we speak to Jess Phillips, MP for Birmingham Yardley, to find out what she thinks are the most important conversations we should be having in society today, and how we can involve young people in those conversations.By Cumberland Lodge
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With guest speakers Hannah Phillips and Jess Phillips MP.Polarised and vitriolic debates are a problem for democracy, yet increasingly politicians and public officials are having to deal with intimidation and abuse – sometimes with tragic consequences. This is particularly an issue for women and those from minority backgrounds.With a general electi…
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Ready to Take Charge of Your Career Journey? (with Jim Bishop)
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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 expecta…
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Emerging Leaders - Dr Patricia O'Lynn: Personal Values in Leadership
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In this episode, we speak to Dr Patricia O'Lynn, skilled researcher, political activist, education consultant and committee chair. Patricia was also the first female member of the Northern Irish Assembly for the constituency of North Antrim and is an alum of the Cumberland Lodge Fellowship scheme.By Cumberland Lodge
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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 boa…
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In this episode of Five Minutes With... we are joined by the first person of colour to become the President of the Law Society of England and Wales I. Stephanie Boyce to find out what she thinks the most important conversations we should be having today are.By Cumberland Lodge
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Is Your Career House On Fire? (with Carolyn Sweeney)
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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…
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Emerging Leaders - Dr Alex Blower: Working Class Boys
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In this episode of our Emerging Leaders podcast, we speak to founder of Boys Impact and Cumberland Lodge Fellowship alum Dr Alex Blower. We discuss his background, the obstacles he had to overcome, and his work now, empowering working class boys.You can find out more about our work to help young people develop ethical leadership skills here.You can…
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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 c…
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