When someone named Tim Pottorff shows up in your news feed, you want to connect right away! Of course, I was extremely motivated to get to meet Tim and find out where he is from and learn about his family. He's like a long-lost brother of mine. Tim helps us define what Human Factors are and his approach in the field. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Tim Pottorff
We're back for our 4th Season! This intro podcast unpacks two important things. 1) Returning from ASSP PDC and all the cool things that happened there. 2) Stop the judging and shaming of humans, Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
Welcome to the season finale for Storytelling in Safety. This episode is dedicated to Shakespeare and Star Wars. Well, almost. Storytelling at its best requires humans to tell their stories and in this episode, we do just that. We bring back Gabe Encarnacion and Captain Chris LaSalle to talk about all things Star Wars and how it may relate (or not) to safety. Grab a drink and cozy up to a fire...this is a great one. Guests: Captain Chris LaSalle Gabe Encarnacion...
This is a Fun Episode in the mental well-being category. The podcast has two very special guests. Courtney Page-Bottorff and her fiancé Don Balanzat. Courtney is a math major who loves to teach math in a way that makes it consumable and Don teaches physics in a way that makes you go hmmm. This episode will discuss how safety, math and physics can be a feeling, a language, and perhaps a way of life. Guests: Courtney Page-Bottorff Don Balanzat
This is the Care 2 part episode and we have a crew joining us to talk about what it means to be accepted. Oh, the long acronym is not poking fun, it is the conversation we had in this podcast. LGBTQIA = An incredible group of Humans. REAL = Respect, Empathy, Acceptance and Love DEI = Diversity Equity (Equality) and Inclusion MWB = Mental Well Being Guests: Bill Geddings (he/him) Dr. Morgan Bliss (they/them) Charity Madrid-Torres (she/her) Ciro Page-Bottorff (he/him)...
This is the second half of the conversation with making safety REAL with DEI and Mental Well Being. This is a tough emotional episode as we navigate suicide, prevention, and coming out. LGBTQIA = An incredible group of Humans. REAL = Respect, Empathy, Acceptance, Love DEI = Diversity Equity (Equality) and Inclusion MWB = Mental Well Being Guests: Bill Geddings (he/him) Dr. Morgan Bliss (they/them) Charity Madrid-Torres (she/her) Ciro Page-Bottorff (he/him)...
Just when you think you have got to balance your life, along comes a podcast to show you how? Perhaps. Mahea Villanueva is a single parent that is attending university full time, manages a full-time job with two team members and several construction activities, has three kids, and just managed a move from her home state to Arizona. Mahea talks about her challenges and how to avoid them with a support system, love, and friendship in the most unlikely location. Guest: Mahea Vllanueva...
A gathering of friends has been known to be good for mental health (Mental Health, 2021). This is a gathering of friends to share what's going on and what's important. It doesn't matter if they're late either. Guests: A-Aron Cameron Andrea Ball James Boretti Maribeth Anderson Steve Gray Mike Wolf Melissa Schmaltz
Have you ever been confused about which time zone you are in? Especially if you travel? Joaquin Diaz does not. He knows exactly what time zone he is in. This episode on the podcast will explore how to use the Marine Corps Mindset to be as sharp as a knife and to hone in on your characteristics that make safety professionals unique. Guest: Joaquin Diaz
The future has arrived...wait, that's a song from the Disney movie "Meet the Robinsons". The Saluki has arrived. ASSP President and Veteran advocate Brad Giles is our guest and he will answer three questions. Is Southern Illinois University really the number 1 party school in the US? LOL, well that's one of the questions. Tune in to hear the rest and how Brad sees the future of safety and the profession.
Deric Ostrum returns for a new interview regarding his opinion on movies and just basically a whole new way to approach communications with others.
In this episode, we will focus on the transition of separating from the military into the safety profession. We will key in on tools, fears, and characteristics of a Marine that could help a safety professional, both beginning and mid-career professionals. Our guest is Harold "Gunny" Franco.
This episode is to let you know that Storytelling in Safety is back! This season will focus on Veterans, Mental Well Being (Wellness) and Psychological Safety.
In the season finale, we bring in Retired Cheif Master Sergeant Joshua Franklin, Retired Marine Gunnery Sergeant Shawn Lewis, and Naval Officer Lieutenant Briana Eaton who is separating from service to discuss stories during active duty, things to be prepared for in the civilian world, and common challenges active members face when transitioning to becoming a veteran. Special Note: We thank all of our service members and veterans out there. Please share with members of the military, regardless i...
High energy Safety Man Gabe Encarnacion joins the podcast to talk about everything related to energy, soft skills, and some Star Wars analogies! (I knew he would fit in really well). We take a swing at #AsianHate and how to overcome some of those challenges.
Listeners beware! In this episode, Tim invites his brother Ryan Bottorff as they experiment in a role reversal. Ryan will interview Tim and ask questions related to his service in the United States Marine Corps and how that affected Tim's life and career as a Safety Professional.
Kathy Dobson shares stories of how she went from nursing to being a Safety Manager in construction. She also tells about, "If it doesn't feel right, it probably ain't right!"
"If you are in a valley where it might be dark or lonely, think of gratitude to get you on the mountain top." TedX Speaker Mike Shaw brings a passionate story to the masses about how tragedy can be trumped by gratitude. #gratitudesaves #resiliencesaves Guest: Mike Shaw Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
As Arizona starts its enforcement on the new distracted driving law, Senator Karen Fann wants to provide information for everyone who will reach for keys at the same time they grab their phones. Special Guest: Arizona Senate President Karen Fann
My goodness, This interview was something else. This interview will provide you with 7 steps to a pandemic and why its important: Here are the steps: 1) Preparation 2) Cont...listen for the complete list. Guest: Ashley Kunz
Triplets...Mandi has triplets! Communicating the word of safety comes early for them, but GC Safety Director Mandi Kime shares stories on how to communicate in a way that employees can engage with your communication style. Put on your headphones and let's get to know Mandi Kime! Guest: Mandi Kime Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
Fellow Podcaster and friend Abby Ferri joins us to discuss her mentors, her focus and why things are the way they are. Guest: Abby Ferri Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
Deb Roy Joins us to talk about her mentors, her challenges, and the future of the safety profession. Guest: Deb Roy Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
Tim invites Shawn Galloway into the studio to discuss mentorship, safety ideas and a pathway to a potential partnership. This is one for the ages. Guest: Shawn Galloway Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
Our guest in this episode is the Safety Manager of Goodyear Tires and an Air Force Veteran sharing stories on her approach to safety. Amy takes an around-the-clock approach and compels great attitudes towards both her family and friends in the world of safety. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Amy Parent, Safety Manager Goodyear Tires
In the Season 2 opener, Ninja Lori Frederic of Balance BioMechanics talks about what hard work looks like and discusses via storytelling whether than is one pill to take to lose weight and get 6 pack abs. Lori also tells us a story or two on how to overcome obstacles to feeling great. Guest: Lori Fredric Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
In this episode, we talk with James Boretti of Boretti Inc. We discuss friendship, what it means to be a leader in the safety field, and ethics in safety. You sure don't want to miss this episode! Guest: James Boretti Host: Tim Page-Bottorff
In this episode, Wyatt Bradbury shares stories related to communication, mentorship, entitlement and few more golden nuggets. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Wyatt Bradbury
In this episode we bring Deric Ostrum back to discuss his unbelievable knowledge of movies. I try to stump him on some questions about the academy awards and Deric pretty much knows everything. This episode brings some mischief from movies and soundtracks as they parallel our lives. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Deric Ostrum The Real IMDB
In this episode, we have a discussion on the importance of communities and the parallels we experience to binge-watching tv shows. Also, Arielle drops the mic. Guests: Kim McDowell Arielle Semmel Susan Clark
