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The Safety Guru
Real leaders leave a legacy. They capture the hearts and minds of their teams. Their origin story puts the safety and wellbeing of their people first. Great companies ubiquitously have safe yet productive operations. For those companies, Safety is an investment, not a cost for the C-Suite. It’s a real topic of daily focus. The SAFETY GURU with host Eric Michrowski, a globally recognized Ops & Safety Guru, public speaker and author explores through leader interviews how to leave a safety legacy…
Episodes
The Safety GuruEpisode 166 - Safety as a Business Advantage: Making Safety Happen Through Leadership and Ownership with Brian Fielkow
What does it take to make safety a true business advantage? We’re excited to welcome back Brian Fielkow, business leader, board director, advisor, and author…
The Safety GuruEpisode 165 - Weightlifting Lessons for Safer Work: Five Cues for Safer Lifting and Recovery with Guy Onley
We are excited to welcome Guy Onley, founder of The Onsite Coach, for a lively and informative conversation exploring how weightlifting principles can be…
The Safety GuruEpisode 164 - A Systems Approach to Risk Management: Identifying Risk Before It Happens with Dr. Lianne Lefsrud
Join us for another insightful episode with returning guest Dr. Lianne Lefsrud, a seasoned risk management expert and Risk, Innovation & Sustainability Chair…
The Safety GuruEpisode 163 - Servant Leadership in Safety: Building Community in the Workplace with David Sarkus
What can we learn from servant leadership in safety? “Servant leadership has such great breadth and depth in terms of establishing a great philosophical and…
The Safety GuruEpisode 162 - Proactive Risk Management: The Board's Role in Safety Leadership with Dr Mark Taylor
In this compelling episode, Dr Mark Taylor, a leading industrial psychologist and founder of Behavico Ltd, joins us to explore the board’s role in safety…
The Safety GuruEpisode 161 - Managing Psychosocial Risks to Build Safer Workplaces with Kylie Long
Don’t miss the latest episode of The Safety Guru! Join us as Kylie Long, a seasoned expert in workplace health and safety, explores the critical role of…
The Safety GuruEpisode 160 - Ergonomics Meets Human Factors: Building Safer, Smarter Workplaces with Dr. Era Poddar
In this week’s episode of The Safety Guru, we’re joined by Dr. Era Poddar, who shares her extensive expertise in ergonomics and human factors to explore what…
The Safety GuruEpisode 159 - The Power of Coaching: Building Safety Habits That Create Lasting Impact with Dr. Nicholas Weatherly
Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Nicholas Weatherly, CEO of Deliberate Coaching International and a seasoned expert in applying the science of…
The Safety GuruEpisode 158 - Making Systems More Resilient: Elevating Situational Awareness and Critical Thinking with Craig Clapper
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation with Craig Clapper, a seasoned systems engineer and founder of Reliability 4 Life, as he explores what it truly…
The Safety GuruEpisode 157 - The Neuroscience of Safety: Building a Second Line of Defense with Cristian Sylvestre
This week on The Safety Guru, we welcome back returning guest Cristian Sylvestre as he takes a deeper dive into the neuroscience of safety and shares how…
The Safety GuruEpisode 156 - Safety Through Design: Preventing Incidents with Proactive Hazard Elimination with Dr. Lianne Lefsrud
We are excited to welcome Dr. Lianne Lefsrud, seasoned expert in risk management and Risk, Innovation & Sustainability Chair (RISC) in the Faculty of…
The Safety GuruEpisode 155 - Driving Safety Transformation Through Human-Centered Design with Paul Davison
Join us on The Safety Guru for an informative conversation with Paul Davison, former Royal Air Force helicopter pilot and Founder & CEO of PPWD, as he shares…
The Safety GuruEpisode 154 - Small Acts, Big Impact: Elevating Safety and Mental Health with Dr. Keita Franklin
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re proud to feature an inspiring conversation with our returning guest, Dr. Keita Franklin. Drawing from…
The Safety GuruEpisode 153 - Prepare for the Unexpected: Leadership and Safety Lessons from an Offshore Explosion with Lee Ellis
In this powerful episode of The Safety Guru, Lee Ellis from Proud2BSafe shares his firsthand experience of a catastrophic offshore explosion in 2020, involving…
The Safety GuruEpisode 152 - REDI for Work: A Simple Framework to Start the Right Conversations Before Risk Is Introduced with Dr. E. Kevin Kelloway
We’re thrilled to welcome back Dr. E. Kevin Kelloway, Professor of Psychology and Management at Saint Mary’s University, to The Safety Guru for a powerful…
The Safety GuruEpisode 151 - The Importance of Neuroscience and Behavior in Improving Safety Performance with Cristian Sylvestre
In this thought-provoking episode of The Safety Guru, Cristian Sylvestre unpacks the importance of neuroscience and behavior in improving safety performance…
The Safety GuruEpisode 150 - How Psychology Influences Human Behavior in Safety with Dr. Jared Dempsey
In this informative and enlightening episode, Dr. Jared Dempsey, a seasoned industrial psychologist, explores the powerful psychological factors that influence…
The Safety GuruEpisode 149 - From Crisis to Care: Strengthening Mental Health in the Workplace with Jessi Beyer
Join us for a powerful episode exploring mental health in the workplace and practical support strategies with crisis mental health expert Jessi Beyer. In this…
The Safety GuruEpisode 148 - Lessons from Aviation Psychology: The Importance of Competencies and a Broader View of Human Factors with Aleksandra Kapela
In this episode of The Safety Guru, we’re joined by certified aviation psychologist Aleksandra Kapela for a deep dive into aviation psychology and human…
The Safety GuruEpisode 147 - Redefining Safety: Embracing Risk and the Power of Language in Safety Culture with Dave Whitefield
Tune in for a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation with Dave Whitefield, a seasoned safety and risk professional with more than 30 years of industry…
The Safety GuruEpisode 146 - Just Culture in Action: Building Fairness, Trust, and a Learning Culture with Dr Tony Power
Start our new season with a powerful episode featuring Dr Tony Power, a leading expert in justice and safety management. In this insightful conversation, Dr…
The Safety GuruEpisode 145 - Year in Review: The 2025 Highlights on The Safety Guru
As we approach the end of another year, we’re celebrating the incredible journey we’ve shared, filled with powerful insights from inspiring global experts…
The Safety GuruEpisode 144 - Advocating a Safer Tomorrow: A Mother's Mission to Make Workplaces Safer with Patrizia Cassaniti
Join us for a deeply moving and powerful episode featuring Patrizia Cassaniti, a passionate safety advocate who transformed unimaginable tragedy into a mission…
The Safety GuruEpisode 143 - The Power of Safety Voice: Building a Culture of Speaking Up to Drive Change with Dr. Archana Tedone
What is safety voice, and why is it important? Don’t miss this exclusive conversation with our returning guest, Dr. Archana Tedone, Assistant Professor of…
The Safety GuruEpisode 142 - Sleep Science for Safer Workplaces: Wake Up to Fatigue Risk with Dr Nicholas Mabbott
"When we sleep, the brain produces tomorrow's fuel." Back for another compelling episode of The Safety Guru, sleep expert Dr Nicholas Mabbott returns to…
The Safety GuruEpisode 141 - Boeing 737 Max: Key Learning for Boards & Executives with Dr Andrew Hopkins
In this distinctive episode of The Safety Guru, renowned safety expert Dr Andrew Hopkins joins us to explore the critical lessons from the Boeing 737 MAX…
The Safety GuruEpisode 140 - Navigating Toxicity in the Workplace and the Importance of Self-Care for Leaders with Beverly Beuermann-King
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, we present a powerful and timely conversation with our returning special guest, Beverly Beuermann-King, a seasoned…
The Safety GuruEpisode 139 - The Debrief Culture: Human Factors Leadership for Accountability and Learning with Brandon Williams
We welcome back Brandon Williams, former fighter pilot and seasoned expert in human factors and safety leadership, for another profound episode of The Safety…
The Safety GuruEpisode 138 - Safety in Motion: The Energized Approach for Real Impact with Michael Melnik
How do you energize your safety programs to be effective, engaging, and inspire action with lasting real impact? Join us for a dynamic conversation with…
The Safety GuruEpisode 137 - Rethinking Ergonomics for Safer Workplaces with Robert Pater
Discover how to keep your workplace safer, stronger, and more in control—one smart move at a time. In this engaging and informative episode of The Safety Guru…
The Safety GuruEpisode 136 - Everyone Deserves to Come Home Safe with Jacqueline Quinlivan
Join us for a deeply moving episode of The Safety Guru as we welcome Jacqueline Quinlivan, who courageously shares her story of unimaginable loss and the…
The Safety GuruEpisode 135 - A Survivor's Journey: Safety Lessons from the Miracle on the Hudson with Dave Sanderson
In this unforgettable episode of The Safety Guru, we’re joined by Dave Sanderson, a survivor of US Airways Flight 1549, widely known as The Miracle on the…
The Safety GuruEpisode 134 - Why Systems Thinking Matters for Safety with Dr Paul Salmon
Join us on The Safety Guru for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr Paul Salmon, professor and seasoned expert in applied human factors and systems science…
The Safety GuruEpisode 133 - Game Plan for Safety: Leadership Lessons from the Football Field with Dan Comiskey
What can safety leaders learn from the football field? In this high-energy and captivating episode of The Safety Guru, we’re joined by Dan Comiskey, a former…
The Safety GuruEpisode 132 - Out of Sight, Out of Mind: Breaking Down Psychological Distance to Improve Safety with Dr. David Hofmann
We're thrilled to welcome back Dr. David Hofmann for another compelling and thought-provoking episode of The Safety Guru! In this episode, Dave dives into his…
The Safety GuruEpisode 131 - The Safe Summit: Everest Lessons to Elevate Safety and Reach New Heights with Alan Mallory
In this inspiring and unforgettable episode, Alan Mallory shares his remarkable journey to the summit of Mount Everest, unpacking countless connections to…
The Safety GuruEpisode 130 - Beyond the Obvious: How Weak Signals Drive Safety Outcomes with Trish Kerin
Join us for a compelling conversation with Trish Kerin, an award-winning international expert in process safety leadership, as she explores the concept of weak…
The Safety GuruEpisode 129 - Leading with Care: Effective Leadership to Support Mental Health in the Workplace with Beverly Beuermann-King
It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're thrilled to welcome Beverly Beuermann-King to the show! With over 25 years of experience helping organizations…
The Safety GuruEpisode 128 - Aviation Learnings and Human Factors: Turning Complex Challenges into Simple Solutions with Ian Hollingworth
Drawing from his extensive experience in high-performance aviation, Captain Ian Hollingworth joins The Safety Guru to share powerful insights on aviation…
The Safety GuruEpisode 127 - Sleep Science for Safer Journeys: The Impact of Fatigue on Road Safety with Dr. Nicholas Mabbott
In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, we’re privileged to feature a special episode with Dr. Nicholas Mabbott, a seasoned fatigue risk…
The Safety GuruEpisode 126 - Redefining Health, Risk, and Safety and Exploring Their Interconnectedness with Dr. Nektarios Karanikas
In this episode of The Safety Guru, we welcome Dr. Nektarios Karanikas, Associate Professor in the Health, Safety, and Environment discipline at Queensland…
The Safety GuruEpisode 125 - Fatigue Risk Management: Strategies for a Safer, More Productive Workplace with Andrew Moore-Ede
In this must-listen episode, Andrew Moore-Ede, a global expert in Fatigue Risk Management, shares groundbreaking insights on tackling fatigue in the workplace…
The Safety GuruEpisode 124 - Driving Safety Improvement through Post-Incident Insights with John Richardson
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with John Richardson as we explore how post-incident insights can drive meaningful safety improvements. John…
The Safety GuruEpisode 123 - Bridging the Gap: Empowering Leaders to Connect, Listen, and Lead with Curiosity with Kelvin Genn
"Curiosity is the number one tool a safety professional should have." In this compelling episode, we welcome Kelvin Genn, a seasoned leader with decades of…
The Safety GuruEpisode 122 - The 5-Layer Culture Cake: A Recipe for Tangible Safety Outcomes with Becky Ray
How can we make today better than yesterday? Join us for a compelling conversation with Becky Ray, an expert who empowers leaders to create high-performance…
The Safety GuruEpisode 121 - A Powerful Start To The Year: Unlocking Your Emotional Connection To Safety with Ken Roberts and Theo Venter
Start the year with our New Year special episode of The Safety Guru featuring returning guests Theo Venter and Ken Roberts. With a combined 70 years of…
The Safety GuruEpisode 120 - Year in Review: The 2024 Highlights on The Safety Guru with Eric Michrowski
As we wrap up another impactful year, we’re reflecting on an incredible journey filled with powerful insights from global experts, transformative ideas from…
The Safety GuruEpisode 119 - Slipology: Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls and Connecting Safety to Business Success with Christian Harris
Join us for an engaging episode with Christian Harris, a leading expert in slip safety, as he shares his transformative journey into Slipology, resulting from…
The Safety GuruEpisode 118 - Three Seconds and Five Missed Opportunities: The Journey to Safety and Its Ripple Effects with Mark Stanway
We are honored to feature a sobering and impactful conversation with Mark Stanway, a seasoned professional in the construction industry, as he recounts the…
The Safety GuruEpisode 117 - Brain-Based Leadership: The Neuroscience of Safety Leadership with Dr. Dan Radecki
Join us for a captivating episode with Dr. Dan Radecki, a leading expert in neuroscience and brain-based leadership. In this discussion, Dr. Radecki details…
The Safety GuruEpisode 116 - The Neuroscience of Psychological Safety with Linda Ray
Don't miss our latest episode of The Safety Guru! Join us as Linda Ray, a seasoned expert in applied organizational neuroscience, shares her insights on the…
The Safety GuruEpisode 115 - Looking Beyond Human Error to Improve Safety with Dr. Mark Young
We all make errors all the time. Join us for a fascinating conversation on looking beyond human error to improve safety, featuring special guest Dr. Mark…
The Safety GuruEpisode 114 - Soaring Safely: Insights from Above the Wings to Ground Safety with Emma Henderson
Drawing from her extensive experience as an airline captain, Emma Henderson joins the show to share her pivotal insights from "Above the Wings to Ground…
The Safety GuruEpisode 113 - After the Crash: Miracle Survivor's Mission for Change with Mercedes Ramirez Johnson
We invite you to join us for this compelling episode as we explore the incredible journey of Mercedes Ramirez Johnson, a miracle survivor of the 1995 airplane…
The Safety GuruEpisode 112 - Bridging the Gap: Safety Principles from Aviation to Healthcare Safety with Niall Downey
Join us for an enlightening episode featuring our special guest, Niall Downey. As an airline captain and a doctor, Niall shares his extensive experience in…
The Safety GuruEpisode 111 - Building a Strong Safety Culture through Clarity with Ann Latham
In this must-listen episode, we invited a special guest, Ann Latham, widely known as the Queen of Clarity. Ann shares the power of clarity in fostering clear…
The Safety GuruEpisode 110 - Harmony at the Table Negotiation Strategies to Elevate Safety with Keld Jensen
In this episode, we welcome Keld Jensen, a renowned expert in negotiation, to delve into a crucial yet often overlooked dimension of workplace…
The Safety GuruEpisode 109 - Fatigue Risk Management: Ensuring Safety in High-Risk Work with Susan Sawatzky
In this episode, we deep dive into the critical topic of effectively managing fatigue in high-risk work environments with our special guest, Susan Sawatzky…
The Safety GuruEpisode 108 - The Power of a Safety Agreement to Boost Safety Culture with Ken Roberts
Don't miss this engaging and enlightening conversation with Ken Roberts, who brings over forty years of rich experience in mining, heavy industry, and…
The Safety GuruEpisode 107 - Safety Is All About Learning with David East
Join us to explore the profound lessons and our understanding of safety in high-risk fields with our special guest, David East. In this episode, he brings his…