Probability Matters
Business & Economics Podcasts
Probability Matters was created by Mwangi Ndonga who holds CIH, CSP, and CHMM certifications and Kyle Krueger who is a published author and speaker in the health and safety industry. Both individuals are extremely passionate about the topics of worker health and safety and industrial hygiene. The idea for the Podcast came out of numerous lunch conversations over the years. These conversations discussed the potential, philosophy, impact, and the role that technology can play in the future of health and safety. We intend to invite listeners to our "lunch table" to elaborate on these discussions with a few special guests along the way.
This podcast was founded to create a platform for thought leadership. We will introduce, discuss, and argue for the use of technology to improve health and safety. The stage is intentionally genuine. We do not promote specific products or companies. We do, however, promote positive ideas and philosophies that will make an impact on the overall health and safety of workers.
Probability Matters is brought to you by the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the AIHA.
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United States
Description:
Probability Matters was created by Mwangi Ndonga who holds CIH, CSP, and CHMM certifications and Kyle Krueger who is a published author and speaker in the health and safety industry. Both individuals are extremely passionate about the topics of worker health and safety and industrial hygiene. The idea for the Podcast came out of numerous lunch conversations over the years. These conversations discussed the potential, philosophy, impact, and the role that technology can play in the future of health and safety. We intend to invite listeners to our "lunch table" to elaborate on these discussions with a few special guests along the way. This podcast was founded to create a platform for thought leadership. We will introduce, discuss, and argue for the use of technology to improve health and safety. The stage is intentionally genuine. We do not promote specific products or companies. We do, however, promote positive ideas and philosophies that will make an impact on the overall health and safety of workers. Probability Matters is brought to you by the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the AIHA.
Language:
English
Episodes
Ep. 48: Message in a Bottle
6/19/2021
We recorded this with tears in our eyes and smiles on our faces. In this episode, we explain why the show is going on an extended sabbatical. We also give an inside look at what the show means to us and talk about what work goes on behind the scenes.
If you are reading this THANK YOU! We could not have done this show without you all.
Much Love,
Mwangi and Kyle
Our music is provided to us by Bevin Luna. You can learn more about her wonderful music at www.bevinluna.com and listen to her...
Duration:00:40:44
Ep. 47: Curious Correlations
6/15/2021
This week Mwangi and Kyle sat down to speak with Casey Rubin to discuss how curiosity has helped him discover important correlations for EHS teams and other departments throughout his career. The episode is a unique opportunity to hear from someone who has spent significant time at the intersection of EHS and Data.
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
Duration:00:53:46
Ep. 46: Innovation Instruments
5/11/2021
As the world continues to change, have you or your organization stopped to think about the principles of innovation? How are you viewing the opportunities and challenges ahead of you? Are you using the right lens?
This week we speak with an Innovation Instigator and author Stephen Shapiro about the important principles of innovation.
Link to Stephen's book: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Solutions-Difficult-Business-Problems/dp/164543186X
Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can...
Duration:00:34:51
Ep. 45: Lean into People
4/27/2021
What insights can be learned from a former Industrial Hygienist who went onto have a successful career in Operations?
This week we spoke with constant improvement warrior Rick Versen. Our discussion centers around the critical common denominator in business.PEOPLE. He shares crucial insights along his journey from Industrial Hygiene to Vice President focused on LEAN operations.
Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify...
Duration:00:42:45
Ep. 44: Appreciative Inquiry
4/13/2021
Once you asked the right questions and gathered the data, how do you now enact that change? Regardless of the scale of change, the process can be inherently problematic. This week we speak with Neil Samuels about the world of Appreciative Inquiry. Listen as we unpack and construct a way to be in the world of change.
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
Duration:00:41:38
Stories Episode 5: Full Circle
4/5/2021
Do you wonder what it would take to build up a public health department in the middle of a pandemic?
This week we highlight the journey of former guest Roberta Smith. Since her last appearance in April 2020, she has become the Director of Public Health in the middle of a pandemic. She was the first to speak to the audience about COVID-19 and, in a full-circle moment, was the person to administer the shot to our co-host Kyle Krueger.
Duration:00:25:20
Ep. 43: The Human Hygienist
3/30/2021
It takes a particular person to dedicate over two decades to help the broader advancement of workers' health and safety. This week Mwangi and Kyle spoke with Bradley King to unpack what continues to drive him to work on behalf of others each day. What unfolds is a beautiful narrative of servant leadership. We advise taking a moment to reflect on this episode for how you will approach your subsequent important health and safety conversation.
Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find...
Duration:00:36:01
Ep. 42: The stories well tell about data decisions
3/16/2021
Our modern decision-making processes are now firmly rooted in data. However, we rarely investigate what is required of a proper data-driven decision. What is the purpose? And why rely on data in the first place? This week we sit down with Brad Kolar of Avail Advisors to unpack the common misconceptions surrounding data-driven decisions.
Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify...
Duration:00:49:24
Ep. 41: Opportunity Enablement
3/2/2021
How can individuals and companies leverage technology to find opportunities for employment and to further safety? This week Mwangi and Kyle speak with Michael Zalle CEO of Yellow Bird. We discuss the future of matching knowledgeable workers with short to long-term employment opportunities. Our discussion has a different take on tech enablement that has the potential to benefit our listeners today.
Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify...
Duration:00:41:16
Stories: Episode 4
2/23/2021
This week's story is about the journey of a young woman after she lost her father to a workplace accident. Ashling Boyd steps forward to share her experience about the impact that workplace fatalities have on a family. Her clarity on the situation and resulting motivation is inspiring to all.
Duration:00:06:32
Ep. 40: The Engagement Ecosystem
2/16/2021
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:...
Duration:00:51:14
Ep. 39: An Ethical Hackers Guide to Digital Safety
2/9/2021
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...
Duration:00:39:22
Ep. 38 Volatile or Stable
2/2/2021
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...
Duration:00:46:47
Ep. 37: Wide World of V.U.C.A.
1/26/2021
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...
Duration:00:47:22
Ep. 36: Complexity of Controls
1/19/2021
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...
Duration:00:46:44
Ep. 35 - AIHA Today and Tomorrow
1/11/2021
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...
Duration:00:44:26
Ep. 34.0 : Exponential Engagement
12/15/2020
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...
Duration:00:49:37
Ep. 33.0 - Tales of Toxicology
12/8/2020
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...
Duration:00:48:36
Ep. 32.0 - Sources of Data Truth
12/1/2020
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...
Duration:00:40:22
Ep. 31.0 - Controls Imagined
11/17/2020
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...
Duration:00:52:23