Whistleblowers: A very special kind of bs detector
Update: 2022-12-28
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Description
We all like to think that if we saw wrongdoing, we’d do the right thing - that when confronted with a problem that goes against our ethics or morals, we’d speak up or take action. But what if calling bullshit meant damaging or ending your career, your family relationships, or even compromising your personal safety?
Show Notes:
- Learn about Mary Inman’s incredible work at Constantine Cannon here.
- Read about Kyle Welch and Stephen Stubben’s research on whistleblowing.
- Check out Dana Gold’s Newsweek article about keeping whistleblowers safe.
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This is such a tough but real question. It’s easy to believe we’d always stand up for what’s right, but when real consequences are on the line, things get complicated fast. I’ve faced smaller versions of that tension at work — choosing honesty over comfort. Oddly, it reminds me of crazy cattle 3d — one wrong move and everything spirals, but staying steady under pressure feels surprisingly rewarding. https://crazycattle3dfree.com
Monkey Mart: Despite our ideals, speaking out against wrongdoing can jeopardize careers, relationships, and safety. https://monkeymart.one/
This replay of our 2021 chat with Dan Konopka is a blast! From why he has a piss bucket by his drum kit at Boston’s Paradise Rock Club to the curious sight of a muppet “dying” and rocking out in zero gravity. For fans of Pokémon, don’t miss out on Pokerogue and the Pokerogue wiki for some incredible game insights. https://playpokerogue.com https://wiki.playpokerogue.com
Today is a rainy day. And it is my day off. I spend time playing https://horrorgames.io/ and sipping a cup of coffee. The feeling of peace and tranquility combined with the thrill of the game is quite interesting.
Like the lawyer's slip about calling lawyers pirates.