Safety FM with Jay Allen

After seven years, 777 episodes, and more than 72.3 million listens, Jay Allen sits down behind the microphone one last time for Safety FM with Jay Allen. This is not a quick sign-off, not a fade-to-black, and not an ending without gratitude. This is a moment of reflection—an honest, heartfelt thank-you to every listener who made this show part of their routine, their workday, their commute, or their learning journey.In this final episode, Jay opens up about why the time has come to close this chapter, how the show has evolved, and why the next phase of Safety FM lives within The Rated R Safety Show and Jay Allen in the Morning. He speaks directly from the heart about the interviews, the guests, the community, and the people who became part of the story along the way.This episode is a celebration—a tribute to the conversations that changed perspectives, challenged systems, and connected people from all corners of the world. It’s a moment to pause, breathe, and acknowledge a journey that started as an idea and grew into something far bigger than anyone could have predicted.And while this is goodbye for now, it is far from the end. Jay’s voice, curiosity, and commentary continue elsewhere on the network. This is simply the closing of one door and the gentle opening of another.The episode concludes with “ Crossroads at the End of All Things,” an original track created together just days ago—an emotional, fitting final note for a show that has always been about connection, humanity, and the stories behind the work.Thank you for the listens.Thank you for the years.Thank you for being part of this chapter.Here’s to what comes next.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Jay sits down with Dr. Todd Conklin for a deep dive into his newest book, The Stability Trap: How Safe and Stable Organizations Still Find Ways to Fail and What To Do About This Problem. Together, they break down why even the most mature, stable safety systems are far more fragile than they appear—and how organizations unintentionally squeeze out the very capacity they rely on to prevent failure.Todd shares how a conversation with David Woods sparked the initial idea, how the economy and pressure for shareholder value are influencing safety margins, and why organizations must rethink what “stability” actually means. They also explore how AI unexpectedly shaped the book’s ending, why AI won’t replace safety professionals, and how tools like NotebookLM can reorganize our thinking and reveal blind spots we didn’t know we had.The two dive into the pitfalls of “Drive to Zero,” middle-management pressure, worker complacency narratives, brittle systems, pandemic lessons, wearables, and the paradox of calling a safety program “mature.” If you’re in safety, operations, leadership, or you simply care about how real work gets done, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at where the field is heading next.A thoughtful, honest, and wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Safety FM Mini, host Jay Allen explores the moments in our careers and lives when we arrive at a crossroads — those pivotal points that demand a decision about where we go next. Jay challenges listeners to think about how they choose their direction: what drives their decisions, what influences them, and how they evaluate whether the path they’re taking is the right one.It’s a short but powerful reflection on awareness, intention, and growth — a reminder that every choice shapes the journey ahead.🎙️ Safety FM Mini — because sometimes, all it takes is a few minutes to spark a change in perspective.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, we explore the illusion of progress that often hides beneath corporate slogans and safety rebrands. Jay dives into why many organizations confuse change with true transformation — trading new posters and buzzwords for the hard, humble work of learning, listening, and leading differently.From AI and hybrid work to shifting definitions of safety itself, this episode challenges you to ask: Are we really moving forward, or just painting over the same cracked wall? Real progress isn’t found in dashboards or TRIRs — it’s in trust, humility, and the uncomfortable questions that remind us we’re still alive and still learning.🎧 Press play and rethink what “moving forward” really means.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Safety FM Mini, Jay Allen dives into the often-overlooked pain points within organizations — those persistent issues that seem to linger without resolution. Jay challenges leaders and teams alike to pause and truly listen to the people doing the work, as they often hold the insights needed to identify and solve recurring challenges. Whether it’s communication gaps, process breakdowns, or cultural barriers, this episode encourages a reflective look at how collaborative listening and feedback can lead to meaningful improvement.Because sometimes, resolving pain points starts with one simple act — listening.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this repurposed segment from The Rated-R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen explores how technology designed to “keep us safe” has evolved into systems that monitor, measure, and manage every move we make.From AI-driven productivity trackers to digital safety dashboards, organizations are chasing data at the expense of trust — confusing control with care. Jay examines what happens when observation replaces connection, and when the illusion of safety becomes more important than the experience of being safe.This conversation challenges leaders to rethink what safety really means in a world obsessed with measurement — and reminds us that while systems can track behavior, only people can build trust.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we take a turn and do something a little different on Safety FM Mini.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, we start with breaking news about a massive Gmail data breach affecting over 183 million users—and then take a hard turn into the workplace realities that mirror this kind of digital disaster. Jay shares a personal story from his career involving a major organizational data loss, the decision to hide it, and what that says about integrity, transparency, and leadership in the face of failure.From cybersecurity warnings to lessons about accountability, this episode explores how the way we respond to breaches—digital or organizational—shapes trust, culture, and credibility.🎙️ Originally featured on The Rated R Safety Show. Stream it now on Safety FM.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today’s Safety FM Mini, Dr. Jay Allen reminds us that sometimes the most important safety focus is ourselves. From burnout to stress, mental health plays a crucial role in how we show up in every part of life. Jay shares a timely message on why taking a moment to breathe, reflect, or reach out can make all the difference — and introduces Rula, a service making high-quality therapy affordable and accessible for everyone.Thousands are already finding support through Rula. Visit Rula.com/SAFETYFM to get started and let them know Safety FM sent you. You deserve mental healthcare that works with you, not against your budget.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When Amazon Web Services went down, so did the digital world — from Disney+ and Reddit to airlines and even McDonald’s. In this episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, we dig into what really happened during the three-hour AWS outage, how a single point of failure brought global systems to a halt, and what it teaches us about redundancy, resilience, and risk in your own organization.This show is brought to you by Safety FM — where we talk about the things that matter, even when the servers crash.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this short and reflective Mini episode, Dr. Jay Allen invites you to step away from the usual safety talk and consider doing something different this weekend. Instead of focusing on work or routines, take time to pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read or dive into an audiobook that’s been sitting on your list. Sometimes, a small change in what you consume can spark a big shift in how you think.A reminder that growth doesn’t always come from the usual places — sometimes it’s found in doing something different.🎧 Presented by: Safety Focus MomentYour resource for consultants helping you build the safety culture you’ve been looking for.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this repurposed main story from The Rated R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen explores why principles and values must serve as the true foundation of every decision inside your organization. When safety becomes about compliance instead of care, or optics instead of meaning, culture shifts stall before they start. Jay challenges listeners to rethink how they introduce change—adding to the wheel instead of tearing down the base—and reminds us that even long-standing values can (and should) evolve.🎧 Tune in to Safety FM with Jay Allen for this reflective conversation on alignment, consistency, and the human side of organizational change.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this Safety FM Mini, Dr. Jay Allen explores why workplace change can be lightning fast in some organizations and painfully slow in others. From red tape to risk assessments, he breaks down the “manusia” that holds back progress—and asks why company size seems to determine how long it takes to get anything done. A short thought to take with you into the weekend.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Have you ever been deep into an important project, only to have everything suddenly “re-prioritized” because something new landed on your desk? In this repurposed deep-dive from The Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen, Ph.D. explores the unspoken reality of shifting priorities in the workplace — what it does to focus, habits, and safety performance.From last-minute cancellations to sudden organizational pivots, Jay unpacks how these constant shifts can derail even our best efforts and what they reveal about patterns, habits, and systems at work. This isn’t just a rant about frustration; it’s a decoded look at how priorities are assigned, taken away, and reshaped — and what that means for the people actually doing the work.Plus, Jay connects this conversation back to the themes of his Signal Transmission Trilogy, including Safety Mutation, and why recognizing these “mutations” in organizational behavior might be the first step toward reclaiming real safety culture.Tune in to Episode 764 of Safety FM with Jay Allen — a candid, unfiltered look at the everyday disruptions that shape how we work, lead, and learn.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this Safety FM Mini, Dr. Jay Allen invites you to consider how often your perspective on safety truly shifts. What causes a paradigm change? And how might being open to new ideas—even ones you don’t initially agree with—spark fresh ways of thinking about safety today? As we head into the weekend, take a moment to reflect on what you’ve overlooked before, and what might transform the way you see safety now.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today’s episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen is dropping early for a reason.At 12 PM Eastern on September 30th, we’re going live with the Signal Trilogy Lunch & Learn — a free, online, one-hour transmission (not a webinar, not a slide deck, not compliance training). Consider this podcast your warm-up broadcast.In this special Ask Me Anything session, Jay takes on your questions about:Why safety isn’t about controlling people but creating conditionsHow to filter through noise and find the true signalWhat it was really like writing the Signal TrilogyBalancing compliance with human performanceWhether HOP is just another safety fad (spoiler: it’s not)And what’s next now that the Trilogy is completeThis isn’t about easy answers or checklists. It’s about seeing differently, tuning in to the real signal, and preparing for the collapse of the construct.👉 Reserve your free spot now: https://swiy.co/SignalVirtualJoin us live at 12 PM Eastern, September 30, 2025 — and let’s tune in together.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this Safety FM Mini, Dr. Jay Allen takes a quick dive into the idea of Signal Theory—a new way of looking at systems, behavior, safety, and human and organizational performance. With the upcoming free virtual lunch-and-learn event on September 30th at 12 PM Eastern, Jay previews the conversation around how we can define and understand "signal" in our work and beyond.Is there a perfect definition? Maybe not—but Jay shares his thoughts on system information generated through navigation, awareness, and liberation as a working framework to get the dialogue started. Tune in for a fast-paced episode that sets the stage for exploring how "signal" can help us see safety, systems, and people in a whole new light.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Crossover episode! This is a rebroadcast of Jay’s conversation on The Safety Consultant Show with Sheldon Primus, now on Safety FM with Jay Allen. Jay and Sheldon go deep on the ideas behind the Signal Transmission Trilogy—how to blend HOP and BBS without the all-or-nothing dogma, why incentives quietly shape reporting, and the squeeze that middle managers feel between production and protection. They also tackle the part safety too often avoids: mental health, burnout, and suicide risk in construction and beyond (with practical self-care resources and why it’s okay to say you’re not okay).You’ll hear:How to drive micro-level change when the system won’t budge yetA better take on “accountability” that isn’t blameWhy numbers and forms aren’t the work—and what to do insteadOriginally recorded for Sheldon’s show, shared here to spark new conversations. If this helps, pass it on to a colleague who needs it today.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this Safety FM Mini, Jay Allen explores how belief systems and practices inside organizations shift—sometimes gradually, sometimes abruptly. Do meaningful changes come from deliberate buildup and commitment, or do they swing with the “flavor of the week” after an incident or accident? Jay challenges listeners to think about how impactful shifts take place in their own workplaces and whether those changes truly last.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this extended episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, we dive deep into the idea behind SIGNAL — a free virtual event happening on September 30th at 12 PM Eastern.Jay shares the story of where SIGNAL began, from a fatal crash on the 405 freeway to the realization that most of what we call “safety” is performance, not presence. This conversation explores the cracks in our systems, the glitches we can no longer ignore, and why the upcoming SIGNAL event is about more than rules — it’s about noticing the truth underneath the script.You’ll hear why SIGNAL exists, what you can expect from the event, and what you’ll walk away with:Clarity — seeing the gap between what the system says and what people experience.Language — tools and metaphors for talking about drift, pressure, and adaptation.Presence — practical ways to show up differently in your systems.SIGNAL isn’t about more slides or theory-for-theory’s sake. It’s about tuning in together. And you’re invited.📅 Reserve your free pass now at swiy.co/SignalVirtual or visit SafetyFM.com → Live Events.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy