The Power of Psychological Safety: A Conversation with David Warren

In this episode, co-host Phil sits down with David Warren, who has a background in leadership, teaching, and mentorship, to explore the transformative power of psychological safety in leadership and safeguarding.They dive into how fear-driven leadership stifles voices, breeds trauma, and silences vital concerns, often with devastating consequences.With recent headlines exposing abuse in church settings, this episode challenges the misconception that a lack of safeguarding concerns signals a healthy culture. Instead, Phil and David highlight the importance of fostering environments where people feel safe to speak up, question authority, and share ideas without fear of retaliation or humiliation.Learn why “perfect” safeguarding is a red flag, how to recognise fear-driven cultures, and actionable ways leaders can create ‘speak-up moments’ to value every voice—especially the ones that challenge the status quo.This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to building safer, more transparent, and trauma-informed spaces.--------Producers of this episode: Chris East, Phil Duncalfe, Leah EastHost of this episode: Phil DuncalfeFind out more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠Cornerstone Safeguarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Cornerstone On LinkedInChris EastLeah East Cornerstone SafeguardingSafeguarding Redefined is brought to you by Cornerstone Safeguarding, providing expert consultancy, supervision, and training to help organisations better protect young people and at-risk individuals. Learn more at https://www.cornerstonesafeguarding.co.uk or connect with us on LinkedInJoin Cornerstone Connect - our FREE membership programme that gives you exclusive early bird discounts on our services, priority booking for events, safeguarding insights and industry updates.