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Safety Wars

James Poesl
OSHA
Hantavirus
Department Of Labor
Artificial Intelligence
EPA
Safety
Safety Wars
Human and Organizational Performance
Safety Culture
US Department Of Labor
English Language Proficiency
Bilderberg Group
Iran
Disaster Preparation
New Jersey School Of Conservation
Association Of New Jersey Environmental Commissions
Workplace Safety
HOP
Foreign Labor Certification
Environmental Protection Agency

Safety from a point of view that you didn't see coming.

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Safety Wars Live 5-26-2026

Jim critiques "zero incident" culture through a satirical "Ancient Safety Professionals" video segment, arguing that zero-injury programs often suppress reporting rather than prevent harm.

Jim challenges the safety indust... more

Overview: Jim Poesl hosts this episode of Safety Wars, a safety industry podcast/videocast with a satirical bent.

Key segments:

• Ancient Safety Professionals launch — Jim announces a new short-form web series parodying workplace safety culture, fr... more

Safety Wars 5/20/26 Blame vs. Solutions,  NY Construction Deaths & WHO Update

In this May 20, 2026 episode of Safety Wars, host Jim Poesl opens with a discussion on the ineffectiveness of employee-blaming in accident investigations, advocating inste... more

Safety Wars  5-19-2026  Part 1 Interview with Jennifer Coffey President, NJ School of Conservation

This is part of our ongoing mission to educate, inform and motivate our supporters.

Today Jim welcomes Jennifer Coffey, Executive Director of ANJEC a... more

In this episode of Safety Wars, host Jim covers a wide range of regulatory, safety, and current events topics. Jim opens with personal health reflections, advocating for seeking proper medical care for chronic conditions like high blood pressure rath... more

Host Jim covers breaking news across safety, health, and current events. Top stories include Trump's trade summit with China's Xi Jinping, the U.S. potentially renaming the Iran conflict "Operation Sledgehammer," and the South Carolina Supreme Court ... more

In this episode of Safety Wars (episode 544, May 12, 2026), host Jim Poesl.

Hantavirus Outbreak: Eleven cases have been confirmed linked to the cruise ship MV Hondias. Jim discusses Dutch hospital workers quarantined for six weeks after failing PPE ... more

In this episode of Safety Wars, host Jim Posel covers a wide range of topics connecting workplace safety, current events, and broader cultural commentary. He opens by revisiting a previous discussion on AI's limitations in reading safety hazards from... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Coffey
President, Friends of the New Jersey School of Conservation; Executive Director, Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC)
ANJEC; Friends of the New Jersey School of Conservation
Episode: Safety Wars 5-19-2026 Part 1 Interview with Jennifer Coffey President, NJ School of Conservation
Sheldon Primus
Author of Seven Steps to Starting a Profitable Safety Consulting Business and host of related safety programs
Safety FM / Safety Consultant Podcast
Episode: Safety Wars May 6, 2026 Don't Trust the Algorithm With Your Life
Mick Weatherly
Safety professional mentioned as an upcoming speaker in Reality Shift event
Episode: April 9, 2024. Human and Organizational Performance
Corry Pitzer
CEO of Safemap and Risk Map, co-founder of Safety on the Edge
Safemap and Risk Map; Safety on the Edge
Episode: February 25, 2026 Linkedin Post discussion by Corry Pitzer HOP

Hosts

Jim Bolzell
Host of Safety Wars
Jim Poelzel
Host of Safety Wars

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
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    I discovered you from Coast to Coast with George Noory.

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    United States3 years ago

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The show's coverage of regulatory updates is seen as trustworthy and actionable.
Listeners appreciate the practical safety guidance and real-world anecdotes.
Guest mix and candid leadership commentary are frequently highlighted as strong points.

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Talking Points

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Safety Wars 5-19-2026 Part 1 Interview with Jennifer Coffey President, NJ School of Conservation
Q: What can listeners do to help safeguard the School of Conservation?
Listeners are urged to contact their state legislators—phone or email their senator and assembly representatives—and participate in the action alert linked to advocacy organizations to pressure for funding.
Safety Wars 5-19-2026 Part 1 Interview with Jennifer Coffey President, NJ School of Conservation
Q: Would that be an accurate description of the current situation with the school and the budget?
Yes, Coffey confirms that the school is at risk of shutdown due to the proposed budget with zero funding, and outlines the steps taken to maintain and advocate for the facility while the legislature considers needed funding.

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What is Safety Wars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A safety-focused talk show that blends regulatory updates, industry best practices, and practical investigations into how safety culture shapes workplaces and transportation. Episodes frequently tackle government guidance, enforcement trends, and the human factors behind risk, often pairing policy analysis with real-world anecdotes from field experience. The show stands out for its willingness to critique regulatory approaches, discuss AI and technology's role in safety without losing sight of human judgment, and offer tactical takeaways for safety professionals, HR teams, and business leaders. This mix of hard news, practical safety management, and candid commentary on culture and leadership is likely to appeal to practitioners seeking act... more

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2. Sheldon Primus
3. Mick Weatherly
4. Corry Pitzer

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