Best Bitw Podcasts (2025)

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4: EP 4: SGA’s BITW Case, Flag Football Dream Team, & Nick Sirianni’s Big Week 46:55

3h ago46:55

46:55

Kevin Walsh attacks the conversation around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after his MVP victory. Then he builds the perfect roster for the USA Flag Team, with a clear #1 overall draft pick. Lastly, a reaction to Eagles’ Head Coach Nick Sirianni being ranked outside the top 10 coaches in football (IT GETS LOUD) Time Cues: Welcome (0:00) SGA Wins MVP (0:45…

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EP 725 - Mini - The Echo Before the Voice 3:18

1h ago3:18

3:18

In today’s episode, Jay Allen opens up about a topic more common than most admit—imposter syndrome. Whether you're just starting your journey or you've been at it for years, the feeling of not being "enough" can sneak in. Jay challenges that voice of doubt, reminding listeners that mimicking others is sometimes part of the process—it’s the echo bef…

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EP 1150 - Free Form Friday 5-23-2025 59:59

5h ago59:59

59:59

🔊 Welcome to "The Rated R Safety Show," where we slice through the corporate fairy tales with razor-sharp wit, because who needs fluff when you've got the hard-hitting truth? 🚨 Join us, the crusaders of the airwaves, as we dive deep into the heart of what really matters - safety and the news. 📰✨ 🎤 Expect nothing less than the most insightful and th…

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EP 1149 - I Did It—Systems, Static, and Staying in Motion 1:00:00

24h ago1:00:00

1:00:00

In today’s episode, Jay Allen dives deep into what happens when systems stop moving and how stagnation in the workplace isn’t just boring—it’s dangerous. From evolving safety cultures to frozen frameworks, Jay breaks down the myth of consistency and invites you to question the constructs you’ve accepted as normal. We also touch on trending headline…

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EP 724 - Sean Brady 1:11:34

6h ago1:11:34

1:11:34

In this powerful episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, we take you inside the Energy Safety Canada conference in Banff for a keynote that doesn't hold back. Dr. Sean Brady—renowned forensic engineer and author of the Brady Review—delivers a sobering, deeply detailed breakdown of mining fatalities, exposing how ineffective controls, weak supervision,…

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EP 1148 - Credibility Theater: The Safety God Complex 59:59

6h ago59:59

59:59

Welcome to your Tuesday reality check—broadcasting straight from the multiverse of Safety FM. In this episode of the Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen dives headfirst into the circus of performative safety, LinkedIn vanity metrics, and the “safety gods” who crown themselves on social media. From the rebranding of safety to the mutation of learning tea…

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3: EP 3: Jokic’s Next Move, Brunson vs Haliburton, & SGA vs Ant with Joe Friezo 1:34:16

10h ago1:34:16

1:34:16

Kevin Walsh is joined by Joe Friezo to figure out Jokic’s placement amongst the greats and what the Nuggets’ offseason options are. Then preview both NBA Conference Finals matchups while figuring out who has the most on the line and the underrated storylines to watch in each. Time Cues: Welcome (0:00) Jokic + Nuggets (1:30) Knicks vs Pacers (36:00)…

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EP 1147 - When the Lights Go Out 1:00:00

4h ago1:00:00

1:00:00

From haunted openings to headline chaos, today’s episode of the Rated R Safety Show dives straight into the multiverse of weird. Jay Allen covers everything from New Orleans jailbreaks to Elizabeth Holmes’ possible biotech reboot, AI datacenters pulling nuclear-level power, and the Pope’s spin in a topless Popemobile. Plus: a Rubik’s Cube robot tha…

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2: EP 2: The Worst NFL Schedule Spot, Week 1 Lines, Caitlin Clark 2nd Season, & WNBA Futures Picks 1:03:48

6d ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Kevin Walsh discusses the Kansas City Chiefs open to the season. Then, talks Week 1 spread analysis - What is the worst spread on the board? Lastly, what can we expect from Year 2 Cailtin Clark and Kevin’s best bets for the WNBA Season. Time Cues: Welcome (0:00) Chiefs Schedule Situation (0:50) Week 1 Spread Takeaways (9:43) Caitlin Clark’s MVP Cha…

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EP 723 - Mini - Non Negotiable 3:09

3d ago3:09

3:09

What are your non negotiables, lets discuss that now on Safety FM Mini.

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EP 1146 - Free Form Friday 5-16-2025 59:59

3d ago59:59

59:59

🔊 Welcome to "The Rated R Safety Show," where we slice through the corporate fairy tales with razor-sharp wit, because who needs fluff when you've got the hard-hitting truth? 🚨 Join us, the crusaders of the airwaves, as we dive deep into the heart of what really matters - safety and the news. 📰✨ 🎤 Expect nothing less than the most insightful and th…

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EP 1145 - Predict This, Birds That Explode, and Fashion That Fails 59:59

4d ago59:59

59:59

Welcome to Thursday’s broadcast of chaos and clarity. In Episode 1145, Jay Allen dives into: 🪦 Burberry’s brutal layoff strategy disguised as “streamlining” 🐍 The rattlesnake livestream you never knew you didn’t want 🕊️ The mystery of exploding birds in San Francisco (yes, really) 🎭 Predictive safety tools vs. psychic data—same vibe? 🎶 Why concerts…

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1: EP 1: Mavs-Cooper Flagg Possibilities, The Giannis List, & Cavs Season Over 1:14:30

5d ago1:14:30

1:14:30

Kevin Walsh discusses if the Mavericks will actually draft Cooper Flagg or could they shock everyone again? Then we get The Giannis List - How many teams could actually trade for Giannis this off-season? Finally, Kevin’s title pick, the Cleveland Cavaliers, has been eliminated. What happened and what is next for the Cavs? Timecodes: Welcome: (0:00)…

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EP 1144 - The Unwritten Rulebook: Bananas, Bank Robbers & Boring Machines 59:59

5d ago59:59

59:59

It’s Wibblemont Wednesday, and Jay Allen is back behind the mic unpacking the chaos of the day—from flying sedans and platinum Rolexes to the unspeakable rules that run your workplace. In today’s episode, we talk about the aftermath of Safety Mutation’s release, the invisible systems that keep workers stuck, and why innovation is met with fear (plu…

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Episode 722 – The Reverse Interview: When Sheldon Primus Flips the Script 1:25:52

6d ago1:25:52

1:25:52

In a truly unique twist, Jay Allen hands over the mic (sort of) to longtime friend and fellow safety disruptor Sheldon Primus—only to have the interview about Safety, In My Opinion take a very unexpected turn. What starts as a conversation about Jay’s new book quickly evolves into a deep dive on simulation theory, HOP, tattoos, the origin of Safety…

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EP 1143 - Whole New Level of Alphabet Soup 59:59

6d ago59:59

59:59

In this episode of the Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen goes off-script and straight into the fire—calling out the obsession with LinkedIn credentials, social media flexing, and the illusion of expertise. We talk about why Safety Mutation (Book Two of the Signal Transmission Trilogy) dropped today, and how some systems don’t collapse—they rebrand. Fr…

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EP 1142 - Mutation Announced: From Audio Torture to System Truths 59:59

7d ago59:59

59:59

On today’s Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen kicks off Monday with a surprise transmission: Safety Mutation—Book Two of the Signal Transmission Trilogy—is officially here. From the fallout of Safety, In My Opinion to the system’s ability to rebrand rebellion as progress, Jay reveals how the construct adapted, and why book two had to happen now. We als…

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EP 721 Mini - Information Misdirection 3:08

10d ago3:08

3:08

Today on Safety FM Mini, it's all about systems and what they seem to be doing as of late.

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EP 1141 - Free From Friday 5-9-2025 59:59

10d ago59:59

59:59

https://swiy.co/simo 🔊 Welcome to "The Rated R Safety Show," where we slice through the corporate fairy tales with razor-sharp wit, because who needs fluff when you've got the hard-hitting truth? 🚨 Join us, the crusaders of the airwaves, as we dive deep into the heart of what really matters - safety and the news. 📰✨ 🎤 Expect nothing less than the m…

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1140 – The Special Edition Illusion: When the Upgrade Isn’t for You 59:59

11d ago59:59

59:59

Welcome to Thursday’s dose of audio turbulence. In this episode of the Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen breaks down the reality distortion of “special editions,” “enterprise packages,” and overpriced consulting deals—because nothing says system dysfunction like a $1,000 per employee subscription. From billion-year oxygen countdowns to Mission Impossi…

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EP 1139 - Demons, Downloads & Distorted Directives 1:00:00

18d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

In today's Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen breaks down the latest round of language distortion infecting our systems—where corporate buzzwords meet safety theater and nobody seems to know what they’re actually saying. From misused terminology to misplaced metrics, Jay digs into how the wrong words lead to the wrong outcomes. Plus, we take a detour i…

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EP 720 - Steve Rae 1:20:41

13d ago1:20:41

1:20:41

Today on the show, we speak with Steve Rae. We will hear his presentation from Energy Safety Canada Conference called - Choices & Consequences: Surviving Piper Alpha. He will discuss his experience from the Piper Alpha incident and discusses valuable lessons for anyone working in high-risk environments. Discover how our work-related choices can sha…

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EP 1138 – Systems, Signals & the Unspoken Rules 1:00:00

19d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Description: In today's episode of the Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen breaks down the latest headlines from around the world—from missiles in Tel Aviv to tariffs on Hollywood—and invites listeners to question the systems we silently agree to every day. Why do we accept unwritten rules in the workplace? What happens when we follow without asking why…

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EP 1137 – Postcards from Banff, Budget Cuts & Bubble Gum Gorillas 59:59

20d ago59:59

59:59

Jay Allen is back from Banff and dives straight into a high-voltage Monday show. In this episode, Jay reflects on the energy, insights, and hunger for transformation he witnessed at the Energy Safety Canada conference. From AI in safety to why next year’s event in Banff might be unmissable, he sets the stage for upcoming interviews that dig deeper.…

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EP 719 - Mini - Mental Health Month 3:09

16d ago3:09

3:09

Today, it's all about mental health on Safety FM Mini. If you need help. go to TWLOHA.com

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EP 718 – Blame, Brains & the Behavioral Beef 6:40

25d ago6:40

6:40

Ripped from the headlines of The Rated R Safety Show. Have to love controversy on LinkedIn.

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EP 717- A Trip Down Memory Lane - EP 12 revisisted 3:49

27d ago3:49

3:49

Lets do a throw back.

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EP 1136 – Blame, Brains & the Behavioral Beef 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

Episode 1136 – Blame, Brains & the Behavioral Beef On today’s Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen dives headfirst into the philosophical (and occasionally theatrical) debate tearing through the safety world right now. It started with a bold session at the Western Conference on Safety—“Investigations Done Differently,” featuring Jeff Lyth and Bruce Jacks…

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EP 1135 - Foundations and Filters: What Are You Building On? 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

Jay Allen is back for Whip ‘Em Out Wednesday with a transmission from the trenches of culture, leadership, and illusion. Today’s main story digs into the real foundation of most organizations (hint: it’s not safety), how values and priorities get mixed up, and why safety often ends up being a cost center rather than a core driver. He also previews …

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EP 716 - La Passion and the DIY Drive 7:15

1M ago7:15

7:15

Stolen From The Headlines of The Rated R Safety Show

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EP 1134 - La Passion and the DIY Drive 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

In today’s episode, Jay Allen dives into what really drives us—passion, purpose, and maybe a little sarcasm. From a wild turkey loose in a grocery store to the Vatican's ritual-packed mourning for Pope Francis, Jay explores how systems—whether religious, regulatory, or ridiculous—affect our lives. He also asks the hard question: What’s fueling your…

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EP 1133 - Signal vs. Noise 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

On this episode of the Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen unpacks the art of communication—why it's crucial to adapt your message and choose the right medium for maximum impact. He also covers the wild weekend, from WrestleMania excitement to holiday highlights, and brings updates on "Safety In My Opinion." Plus, stay tuned as Jay navigates trending ne…

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EP 715 - Mini - Power of Questioning 5:45

1M ago5:45

5:45

Ripped from the headlines of The Rated R Safety

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EP 1132 - 1132 – The Conference Conundrum 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

In this episode of The Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen dives into the conference season dilemma—what makes a safety conference truly worth your time and money? From networking opportunities to economic uncertainty, Jay explores how to make the most out of conference attendance (and when it might be smarter to skip it). Also, we talk tariff strategie…

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EP 1131 – Embracing Change: Lessons from the Frontlines of Safety 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

In this episode, Jay Allen discusses the importance of embracing change in the safety world and how adapting to new challenges can drive growth. He shares insights from his new audiobook, Safety, In My Opinion, and reflects on the evolution of safety practices over the years. Jay also touches on the latest trends in global trade, tech, and the ever…

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EP 714 – Redefining Safety: A Deep Dive into Safety, In My Opinion and the Evolution of Risk 7:39

1M ago7:39

7:39

In this episode, Jay Allen goes beyond the typical safety talk to explore the ideas behind his new audiobook, Safety, In My Opinion. Jay opens up about why now was the right time to write the book, what it’s really about, and how safety needs to evolve in today’s fast-paced world. Expect to hear Jay’s thoughts on how questioning the status quo can …

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EP 1130 – Safety, Change, and the Power of Questioning 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

In this episode, Jay Allen reflects on the evolving world of safety and the importance of challenging the systems we’ve built. He discusses how questioning the status quo can lead to growth, both personally and professionally. Jay also takes a moment to share his new audiobook, Safety, In My Opinion, and how it aligns with his journey of rethinking…

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EP 1129 – Bones, Tariffs, and Transmission Energy 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

This one’s got it all—Florida bone trades, Elon’s jet quirks, and the moment I said yes to something I swore I’d never do: write a book. Yep. It’s called Safety, In My Opinion—and no, it’s not a manual, it’s a transmission. We break into everything from global trade drama and inflation games to the power of nonlinear storytelling (with a twist of s…

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EP 713 - Mini - When It Feels Off… Do It Anyway 4:08

1M ago4:08

4:08

Sometimes the most important moves feel unnatural at first. In this Safety FM Mini, Jay Allen reflects on what it really means to push beyond your comfort zone—and why the uneasy moments are often the ones that matter most. If it feels off… that might be the signal. And we’ve got something coming soon that proves it.…

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EP 1128 - Free Form Friday 4-11-2025 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

It’s Free Form Friday—and that means nothing is off the table. From digital dumpster fires to pepperoni caviar, Jay Allen dives headfirst into the weirdest corners of the multiverse. On today’s Rated R Safety Show: 🧨 A Weezer wife’s wild ride 📦 A man steals a U-Haul—with people still inside 🧴 Portland’s peculiar pee problem 📉 Stock market nosedives…

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EP 1127 - Tariffs, Tech Fails, and Cancel Culture (Oh My!) 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

On today's Rated R Safety Show, we dive headfirst into global chaos—from Trump’s rollercoaster tariff wars and disappearing cows, to driverless car disasters at the Chick-fil-A drive-thru. Russell Brand tackles cancel culture in Florida (timing much?), and someone thought trading a child for a monkey was a good idea. You know, the usual dose of WTF…

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EP 1126 – "Hippie Policies, Woodpecker Crimes, and a Seat at the Wrong Table" 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

It’s Wednesday, April 9th, and Jay Allen is not holding back. In Episode 1126 of The Rated R Safety Show, we dive headfirst into the absurdities of the world—both inside and outside the workplace. From a rogue woodpecker vandalizing cars in Massachusetts to Korean soldiers accidentally crossing borders, this one’s packed. Jay unpacks the realities …

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EP 712 - Desk Job Dread, Disinformation Drama, and the System That Sucks 6:00

2M ago6:00

6:00

Ripped from the headlines of The Rated R Safety Show.

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EP 1125 -Desk Job Dread, Disinformation Drama, and the System That Sucks 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

It's Monday, April 7th, and Jay Allen is back behind the mic—barely tolerating the chair. In this episode of The Rated R Safety Show, we dive into the trending headlines you actually care about: a Michigan couple arrested in Mexico, Meta ditching its fact-checking program, EU regulators ready to slam X (formerly Twitter) with a billion-dollar fine,…

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EP 711 - Mini - System Within The System 2:35

2M ago2:35

2:35

Lets talk about the hidden system.

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EP 1124 - Free Form Friday 4-4-2025 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

🔊 Welcome to "The Rated R Safety Show," where we slice through the corporate fairy tales with razor-sharp wit, because who needs fluff when you've got the hard-hitting truth? 🚨 Join us, the crusaders of the airwaves, as we dive deep into the heart of what really matters - safety and the news. 📰✨ 🎤 Expect nothing less than the most insightful and th…

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EP 1123 - The Checklist Delusion: What Work Really Looks Like 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

In this reality-check edition of the Rated R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen digs into the widening gap between the work we imagine and the work that actually gets done. From mindless checklists to performative policies, Jay calls out the illusion of productivity and asks the big question: Who’s your system really serving? Also in this episode: 🚧 The cr…

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EP 1122 -Wired for Safety or Built for Control? 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

In this surveillance-saturated edition of the Rated R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen pulls no punches as he dissects the growing relationship between AI, automation, and the illusion of “safety.” From humanoid robots trained on your workplace behavior to self-driving cars and always-listening devices, Jay asks the hard question: Are we building safer s…

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EP 710 - Big Projects, Small Details: Why We Miss the Obvious 5:09

2M ago5:09

5:09

In this introspective clip from the Rated R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen flips the script on how we approach “big” projects. With his trademark honesty and humor, Jay breaks down why it’s often not the massive plans that cause failure—but the overlooked, rushed, everyday details. He explores the irony of over-planning large-scale initiatives while ig…

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EP 1121 - Flags, Fast Food & Fools: A Rated R Tuesday 59:45

2M ago59:45

59:45

On this April Fool’s Day edition of the Rated R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen fires up the mic for a whirlwind of WTF headlines and unexpected truths. From a flag too big for the city code to a demonic sea lion attack (yes, really), we hit the weird, the wild, and the absolutely Rated R. In today’s main story, Jay strips away the fluff around “big pro…

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