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The Event Safety PodcastEpisode 103: Safety Check Round-upIn this episode of the Event Safety Podcast, host Danielle is joined by ESA friends Jacob Worek and John Badcock for a round table discussion of what all has occurred so far this year in the event industry. From incidents, accidents, and near misses, to weather (so much weather), as well as tools and guidance, the first half of 2025 has been full of lessons for event professionals to consider when planning and executing performances and mass gatherings. See show notes for related links to incidents and resources.1:03 Belgium's Tomorrowland Saved by Metallica After Fire Destroys Main Stage
2025-07-281h 00
RAGE Works Network-All ShowsFilm Fight With Friends - Episode 26 | Bonus Episode.Bonus Episode: Secrecy and Safety Can’t CoexistIn this bonus episode, we look at set safety and whether the historically ‘cowboy’ culture of film sets truly permits a culture of safety. All through our first season, guests from various television and film departments repeatedly raised concerns about set safety. We dove into issues ranging from stunts, rigging, child performers, general safety, and firearms. One common thread that appeared again and again was the fact that one must always be willing to voice concerns over safety and in so doing, potentially lose a job. This compilation from season...
2025-07-281h 35
Better Events203 - How to Plan A Successful Festival with Cat McDevitt of EventenyWe're thrilled to partner with Eventeny to bring you this episode where we chat with Cat McDevitt of Eventeny all about how to plan a successful festival. Cat shares the key pieces you need to get right, common mistakes to avoid, and how to manage everything from vendor relations to crowd safety. Whether you’re planning your first festival or just curious what goes into it, Cat’s tips and behind-the-scenes insights will leave you feeling inspired and ready to dive in!
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2025-04-3032 min
Film Fights With Friends126: Bonus Episode: Secrecy and Safety Can’t CoexistIn this bonus episode, we look at set safety and whether the historically ‘cowboy’ culture of film sets truly permits a culture of safety. All through our first season, guests from various television and film departments repeatedly raised concerns about set safety. We dove into issues ranging from stunts, rigging, child performers, general safety, and firearms. One common thread that appeared again and again was the fact that one must always be willing to voice concerns over safety and in so doing, potentially lose a job. This compilation from season one presents some important conversations on the topic. In...
2025-04-251h 35
Giggs Podcast#22 Jim Digby - Live From Lititz | When Stages Collapse and Crowds RiotJim Digby is a live entertainment veteran with four decades of experience working with artists like Linkin Park, The Killers, and Phil Collins, as well as spearheading major projects like Saudi Arabia’s first international music festival. As President and Co-Founder of the Event Safety Alliance, Jim’s career has been shaped by a steadfast dedication to safety and wellness in the industry.Event Safety Alliance:Web: eventsafetyalliance.orgEmail: info@eventsafetyalliance.orgFind your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/Stay up to date:Instagram: https://www.inst...
2025-01-2139 minThe Event Safety PodcastEpisode 44: Recommended Safety ReadsAttention safety nerds! It’s time to break out the bookmark, make space on the bookshelf, or dust off that Kindle. In this episode of the Event Safety Podcast, Danielle and Steve share some of their favorite safety-related (or safety-adjacent) books, as well as a number of excellent user-submitted recommendations. Whether you’re into behavioral psychology, history, or just a good safety manual there’s bound to be something to capture your interest. If you have suggestions for our next episode of recommended reading, drop us a line at podcast@eventsafetyalliance.org.Show Notes:Infl...
2021-09-1558 min
imagineGetting Through the Pandemic: Flexibility, Pivoting, and GraceEdward P. Gallagher, MT-BC
Getting Through the Pandemic: Flexibility, Pivoting, and Grace
The profession of music therapy has a robust curriculum and solid documents providing professional guidelines and requirements. Yet, everything and nothing prepared music therapy practitioners, educators, and researchers for this global pandemic. In this podcast, Edward Gallagher offers a glimpse into the Beck Center for the Arts’ programming and service delivery during COVID-19. He says, “We had to unlearn everything we knew. Everything what comes along with a robust curriculum we had to change – close proximity, taking turns, working together, social skills…” Edward shares how...
2021-05-2119 min
A Turn of Events™Risky Business: Legal Pitfalls of Reopening During the New Abnormal with Steven AdelmanWe had a great time with Steven Adelman to talk about RISKY BUSINESS: LEGAL PITFALLS OF REOPENING DURING THE NEW ABNORMAL.Steven shared so much information about:Legal risks to holding events;What a force majeure is;What to do if guests are not compliant with the event’s safety plan;Reopening guide that available through the Event Safety Alliance;What an Infection Mitigation Coordinator is; andmuch more.Steven Adelman, Esq.Email: sadelman@adelmanlawgroup.comWebsite: https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenadelman/Event Safety Alliance Reopening Guide: https://www.ev...
2021-05-0652 min
Shackles, Burlap, & LiesOur simulcast with the Event Safety Alliance on Counter Weight Rigging! Host Danielle Hernandez and Ethan talk about counter weight rigging and a few things to consider when we are allowed back on stage.
Event Safety Alliance - https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/
2021-03-1000 min
LD-at-Large PodcastKnow Your Rights and Stay Alive - with Steve Adelmanwith Steve Adelman - Head of Adelman Law Group and Vice President of the Event Safety Alliance
On this episode, we discuss the legal ramifications of working in the age of COVID, lawyer teaching us lawyer stuff, employer regulations for COVID compliance, the pitfalls of corporate Immunity, duty, breach, causation, harm, revocable license, vaccine regulations, vaccine requirements, proof of vaccinations, the role of COVID compliance officers, and whether these regulations can be enforced independently, locally, state wide or federally.
Please visit: https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/
2021-01-2836 min
Beyond the SpotlightEp. 028: Jim Digby - Event Safety Alliance & Show MakersJim has spent three decades bringing celebrated talent to stages across the globe. Longtime Director of Touring for multi-platinum recording artists Linkin Park, he has shepherded productions for diverse and high-profile clients including Enrique Iglesias, Backstreet Boys, Marilyn Manson, The Bolshoi Ballet, Phil Collins, and Bon Jovi. Jim’s is passionate about event safety, sharing professional knowledge, and driving positive change in the industry. He is the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Event Safety Alliance, and recently co-founded SHOW MAKERS, a non-profit designed to educate, develop standards, and strengthen the live event community. Jim is a boar...
2021-01-1134 minLD-at-Large PodcastEnrich the Human Condition with an Expectation of Safety - with Jim Digbywith Jim Digby - Co-Founder of the Event Safety Alliance
On this episode, we discuss the mental and physical scars of injuries, maintaining safety in the "New Abnormal", what brought Jim into the forefront of industry safety and his nerdy safety journey, the considerations for outdoor events, the necessity of safety leadership, who takes liability for the audience well being, the importance of forethought and pre-planning, the power and necessity of live entertainment, COVID concerns, the duty of care, and finally the 2020 Event Safety Summit Dec 7, 2020 – Dec 11, 2020.
Please visit: https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/events/2020/12/7/2020-event-safety-summit-virtual
2020-11-221h 13Shackles, Burlap, & LiesUnited Staging & Rigging President and Owner Jon Sharpe joins us today to talk about the history of USR and the process of going from a truck driver to a business owner. We discuss some of the new services and their new “Big Tool” they use for custom solutions for the clients as well as some of their higher profile and challenging projects. We also talk about the benefits USR has seen as a member and sponsor of the Event Safety Alliance.
USR website - https://www.unitedstaging.com/
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2020-08-1800 min
Signal To Noise Podcast62. Returning to Live Events Safely - Steve Adelman VP, Event Safety AllianceOur hosts speak with Steve Adelman, VP of the Event Safety Alliance, and head of Adelman Law Group, about the role each of us in the industry will play in the roadmap for restarting live events safely, including a discussion about liability and professional responsibility. https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/ESA Reopening Guide: https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/esa-reopening-guideSteve Adelman VP, Event Safety Alliance YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/fen2005WayThis episode is sponsored by: Audix You can watch the video of this podcast episode here: https...
2020-08-171h 00Shackles, Burlap, & LiesEpisode 02 - Ben BrianEpisode 02 - Today's guest is Ben Brian from Reed Rigging in Chicago. We talk about how he went from a product photographer to entertainment rigger to a principle partner of a large rigging company. We also discuss the importance of training, the ETCP certification program, and the Event Safety Alliance.
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2020-05-061h 04
Storm Front Freaks#91 Guest: Dr. Kevin Kloessel - You Don't Want to Get ShinglesIn This Episode
Guest: Kevin Kloesel, Meteorologist at the University of Oklahoma’s Office of Emergency Preparedness
Lightning Round: Name that Sporting Event
#WeatherFools-We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations
Wx Resources that you will want to use!
Our Guest
Dr. Kevin Kloesel, Meteorologist, University of Oklahoma Office of Emergency Preparedness
Kevin is responsible for providing weather forecast and weather safety information to the OU Office of Emergency Preparedness before, during and after weather threats of all types on the OU Campus. In addition, Kevin serves as Director of the Okl...
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