Probability Matters

Our world now is full of exciting new opportunities for automation and technology, but are we taking our engagement with these systems for granted? Do we believe engagement with technology is inherent? What are our fundamental misguided philosophies in these areas? We explore these questions and more with Kelly Peters and David Thomson of BE Works. Download to hear one of our most intriguing and in-depth episodes.

You can find out more about the important work BE Works does here: https://beworks.com/

Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g

Our hearts and minds tend to focus on our physical safety, but what about our digital safety? We invited digital security expert and former ethical hacker Mary Writz to the show to answer the question. We discover insights from a hacker mindset and the implications for retaining humanity as we set forth into a more digital world.

Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g

Are we volatile or stable? In this week's episode, we explore the balance that HSE/IH professionals need to find within themselves and their respective programs. We speak with Bevin Luna to understand how she finds a balance between helping out business with their safety programs and making amazing soulful music. Fans of the show might recognize Bevin for her music that opens and closes every show. Download for a fascinating conversation.

Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g

For episode 37, we speak with Larry Pearlman to explore the volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (V.U.C.A.) that we are all faced with when dealing with change management. Our conversation dives into important principles and practical application from an industry veteran in his field. This is an important episode for us all as we deal with all current and future changes.

Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g

Often times simple things like the basic measurement of a hazard can be confusing. Further complications come in when implementing controls. In the fast-paced world of data and technology, what are the best practices to improve worker health? We speak with Emanuele Cauda Ph.D., Co-Director for the NIOSH Center for Direct Reading Sensors and Technology about the complexities and opportunities around hazard monitoring.

Our new music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g

We kick off Season 2 by speaking with the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) CEO, Larry Sloan. We discuss the important role that organizations play for professionals. Our conversation is focused on guidance and education for current and future generations. Enjoy a thoughtful discussion with insights about AIHA Today and Tomorrow.

Our new music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g  

For our Season 1 finale, we sit down with Ted Smith of Corvex Safety. Our discussion centers around the type of relationships that companies are forming with new technologies. Are we forming the right relationships? Do we need help to find the right match? This episode is full of fantastic insights for individuals currently in a technology relationship or looking to get into one.

Here is a link to the promo we made for the episode: https://youtu.be/--gS71xniYc

Our new music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g  

When we often think about exposures, we don't fully understand the methods and science behind measuring them. This week we speak with John Snawder, a research toxicologist at CDC-NIOSH who has dedicated his career to researching workplace exposures. John shares fantastic insights on the field of exposure measurement now and into the future.

Our new music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g  

What are your sources of data truth? Does your organization have more than one? This week we sit down with Delaine VeDepo to discuss her journey as a young professional navigating the fields of data and EHS. We discuss the current and future challenges that young professionals face today and into the future as we transition to a more data-driven approach.

Our new music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g  

We sit down for a conversation with Kay Teschke, Ph.D., MPH, DipIT, about her life as an educator and researcher in the fields of Industrial Hygiene and Health and Safety. Themes of imagination and creativity are common throughout most of our discussion as Kay recalls past events in her career that shaped her approach. There are many takeaways from our conversation with such an influential contributor to our field.

Our new music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g