Standing Firm: The Ethics of Whistleblowing

What if the word “whistleblower” conjured up something more powerful than a piercing whistle?
This week’s guest thinks it should—and she’s leading the charge to reframe what it really means to blow the whistle.

In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly speaks with Jackie Garrick, founder of Whistleblowers of America and author of Be a Giraffe. Jackie opens up about her own experience as a whistleblower and what it takes to stand tall in the face of retaliation. She shares the emotional toll of speaking out, the ethical gray areas whistleblowers often navigate, and why mental health support and community are critical pieces of the puzzle.

From finding legal representation to shifting public perception, Jackie is on a mission to make sure whistleblowers aren’t just heard—but understood.

Connect with Jackie and her work:
🔗 Whistleblowers of America
📘 Be a Giraffe
🎥 YouTube Channel
🏢 Workplace Promise Institute
📅 WPI Conference Info