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This podcast isn't meant to make you feel better about your ideas on safety. A lot of them are probably wrong. We're not saying you aren’t smart or that we are, but probability isn't in our favor. It’s just a recognition that there are a lot of shitty ideas about safety out there, and pure chance suggests we all share some of them. This podcast is here to fight safety bullshit. The three of us – B... more

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It's big episode 50 over here at Punk Rock Safety, and the boys have made it exactly 49 episodes further than anyone would have thought.

By now, you've probably caught on to the whole NOFX theme. It's not a song title for the episode, but it's a ref... more

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This episode is what happens when the boys hit record while hanging out with Todd Conklin and then decide, “Good enough, let’s roll with it.” The Toddfather has definitely been seen rocking Birks, so he gets his very own NOFX song reference.

It star... more

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The boys are back (and they're looking for trouble - see if you can sort out that lyric) for Episode 48, kicking off 2026 with the standard blend of profanity, punk rock references, and sometimes solid safety insights. And it's another NOFX reference... more

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Happy New Year, you beautiful punks!

It's not a NOFX song, but the title is from Separation of Church and Skate, so that counts.

Shocking, but his one is a full “figure it out live” episode. No prep. No agenda. Just the boys looking forward to some... more

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Mike Rayo
Professor at Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Episode: Ep. 50: Skinny Mike (w/ Mike Rayo)
Todd Conklin
Safety expert and author
Episode: Ep. 49: Jeff (Todd) Wears Birkenstocks (w/ Todd Conklin)
Brian Hughes
Relevant expert visiting from Atlanta, known for his work in safety and reliability
Episode: Ep. 45: And Now For Something Completely Similar (w/ Brian Hughes)
James Koloszi
Expert in safety with a background in military and healthcare
Forgework
Episode: Ep. 37: Live Fast, Die Young (w/ James Kolozsi)
Ian Madison
Special guest with a background in construction and utility regulation.
Entergy
Episode: Ep. 36: The Process of Belief (w/ Ian Madison)
Michael Bathgate
Supervisor with a passion for leadership
Episode: Ep. 35: Please Play This Song On The Radio (w/ Michael Bathgate and Taylor Hewlett)
Taylor Hewlett
Leader with over ten years in leadership roles, previously military and involved in oil and gas
Episode: Ep. 35: Please Play This Song On The Radio (w/ Michael Bathgate and Taylor Hewlett)
David Strano
Area HSE director and former touring safety manager
Regional construction contractor
Episode: Ep. 34: Career Opportunities (With David Strano)
Collette Alexander
A technology person with expertise in Site Reliability Engineering.
Formerly with Spotify
Episode: Ep. 17: 21st Century Digital Boy (With Colette Alexander)

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Ben
Co-host and contributor focusing on safety and organizational culture.
Dave
Co-host and safety practitioner with emphasis on safety management and culture.
Ron
Co-host and safety expert providing strategic insights and practical viewpoints.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Safety pins meet safety tips

    This is not your usual podcast on safety. Yes it involves three doctorates (including one who joined the illustrious ranks of the others since this series started) talking critically about safety, but where else will you hear conversations about crowd surfing on an inflatable raft, pranking colleagues with inflatable foam, and a business trip to a punk festival? This podcast is so entertaining that the useful stuff seeps into your conscience through osmosis (or consumed from a Pringles tube). Ma... more

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    5
    Bigman2001_gw
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Awesome approach to safety

    I love how these guys have found a fresh, out of the box way to approach the confusing field of safety and cut through all the noise and ego’s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. R Long
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for its fresh, out-of-the-box take on safety and practical insights
Some episodes' edgy humor and punk references may not be for everyone
Episodes are entertaining yet informative, striking a good balance between humor and learning

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Ep. 50: Skinny Mike (w/ Mike Rayo)
Q: Should organizations rely on strict rules or allow frontline discretion?
Frontline discretion is necessary because not all situations fit predefined procedures; a balance is needed where rules guide routine work but allow adaptive actions when conditions change, supported by a culture that values learning and collaboration.
Ep. 50: Skinny Mike (w/ Mike Rayo)
Q: What is adaptive capacity, in practical terms for an organization?
Adaptive capacity is the organization's ability to shift roles, reallocate resources, and alter standard practices in response to unexpected events, while still delivering core outcomes. It includes recognizing small-scale adaptations and ensuring the system can scale those adaptations when needed.
Ep. 40: Never Mind the Quality, Feel the Width
Q: Can you talk about how HOPP principles can be used to help us see and respond to risks that never show up in incident data?
The intent of HOPP principles isn't directly aligned with identifying risks outside incident data, but they can help frame thinking about risks in other ways.
Ep. 35: Please Play This Song On The Radio (w/ Michael Bathgate and Taylor Hewlett)
Q: What would you do different now that you know what you know?
Just get in there and do it; people improve through repetition.
Ep. 34: Career Opportunities (With David Strano)
Q: What did you mean by saying sometimes front line work just fucking sucks?
David Strano explained that frontline workers often prioritize others' demands over their own, leading to a tough work environment.

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The show centers on safety, resilience, and human performance in organizations, often challenging conventional approaches and questioning the usefulness of traditional safety frameworks. Episodes mix practical case studies with humor and punk-influenced banter, featuring guests and recurring hosts who explore adaptive strategies, culture, and real-world tradeoffs between compliance and meaningful safety outcomes. A standout trait is the willingness to critique standard practices and propose flexible, context-driven approaches, making the conversation engaging for practitioners who want practical, sometimes contrarian insights rather than textbook solutions.

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1. Mike Rayo
2. Todd Conklin
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4. James Koloszi
5. Ian Madison
6. Michael Bathgate
7. Taylor Hewlett
8. David Strano

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