Being Safe to Speak

Episode 6 of the More Than a Lumpy Jumper podcast, hosted by Bridge Forster and Bobby Davis, titled "Being Safe to Speak" was published on June 17, 2025 and runs 51 minutes.

June 17, 2025 ·51m · More Than a Lumpy Jumper

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Summary

What does it really take to feel safe enough to speak up at work?In this powerful episode of More Than a Lumpy Jumper, we dive into psychological safety - what it is, why it matters, and what happens when it’s missing. Joining Bobby are two brilliant guests: Ali Spooner and Naomi Withers, who bring honesty, humour, and real-life insight from lived experience, psychology, leadership, and loss.From people-pleasing to power dynamics, team trust to trauma triggers, this conversation doesn’t shy away from the messy stuff. If you've ever sat in a meeting biting your tongue, or wondered whether you’re the only one feeling unsafe, this one’s for you. Ali Spooner | LinkedInNaomi (Ordinary 🚫) Withers | LinkedInDavid Rock's SCARF Model: Social Threats in the World of Work - The World of Work ProjectThe Fearless Organization Summary - Amy Edmondson | 12min Blog

Episode Description

What does it really take to feel safe enough to speak up at work?

In this powerful episode of More Than a Lumpy Jumper, we dive into psychological safety - what it is, why it matters, and what happens when it’s missing. Joining Bobby are two brilliant guests: Ali Spooner and Naomi Withers, who bring honesty, humour, and real-life insight from lived experience, psychology, leadership, and loss.

From people-pleasing to power dynamics, team trust to trauma triggers, this conversation doesn’t shy away from the messy stuff. If you've ever sat in a meeting biting your tongue, or wondered whether you’re the only one feeling unsafe, this one’s for you.

Ali Spooner | LinkedIn

Naomi (Ordinary 🚫) Withers | LinkedIn

David Rock's SCARF Model: Social Threats in the World of Work - The World of Work Project

The Fearless Organization Summary - Amy Edmondson | 12min Blog