In this episode of Safety FM Mini, Jay Allen dives into the often-overlooked pain points within organizations — those persistent issues that seem to linger without resolution. Jay challenges leaders and teams alike to pause and truly listen to the people doing the work, as they often hold the insights needed to identify and solve recurring challenges. Whether it’s communication gaps, process breakdowns, or cultural barriers, this episode encourages a reflective look at how collaborative listening and feedback can lead to meaningful improvement.

Because sometimes, resolving pain points starts with one simple act — listening.

In this repurposed segment from The Rated-R Safety Show, Dr. Jay Allen explores how technology designed to “keep us safe” has evolved into systems that monitor, measure, and manage every move we make.

From AI-driven productivity trackers to digital safety dashboards, organizations are chasing data at the expense of trust — confusing control with care. Jay examines what happens when observation replaces connection, and when the illusion of safety becomes more important than the experience of being safe.

This conversation challenges leaders to rethink what safety really means in a world obsessed with measurement — and reminds us that while systems can track behavior, only people can build trust.

Today we take a turn and do something a little different on Safety FM Mini.