🎙️ Show NotesIn this episode, host Damien Swaby speaks with Richard Bradshaw, Director of Rebel Safety, about the often-misunderstood role of safety in film, television, and live events. Far from being a barrier to creativity, Richard explains how safety, when approached differently, can actually fuel imagination, innovation, and bold storytelling.
As the head of Rebel Safety, he has seen firsthand how productions can thrive when safety isn’t treated as a box-ticking exercise, but as a culture of care, collaboration, and trust.
Throughout the conversation, Damien and Richard explore:
- The role of Rebel Safety: what the company does, who it supports, and why its mission matters to creatives.
- Changing perceptions of safety: breaking free from the stereotype of “bubble wrap and hard hats” and embracing safety as a foundation for innovation.
- Culture over compliance: how mindset, leadership, and trust often make a bigger difference than regulations alone.
- Practical insights for creatives: from film directors to event producers, Richard offers guidance on how to manage risk while keeping creative energy alive.
- The future of safety in creative industries: how embracing new approaches can help productions stay ambitious, resilient, and safe.
Richard’s perspective is both refreshing and empowering. He argues that safety doesn’t kill creativity—it protects it, supports it, and allows it to shine brighter. By the end of this episode, you’ll see how risk management and artistry are not opposites, but allies.
Whether you’re a filmmaker, producer, crew member, or creative professional in any industry, this conversation is packed with insights to help you push your projects further—without compromising the well-being of your team.
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