Psych Health and Safety Podcast USA

Safety, “In Groups,” and “Out Groups” - with Michael Flynn

Aug 4, 2023

Michael Flynn, a Cultural Anthropologist, discusses the impact of 'in-groups' and 'out-groups' on physical and psychological safety. He explores the importance of recognizing assumptions, challenging outdated systems, and reshaping cultural norms. The podcast also discusses power dynamics in work environments, the interconnectedness between diversity, equity, inclusion, and safety, and strategies for addressing employee issues while maintaining authenticity.

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Michael Flynn

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Quick takeaways

Cultural anthropology helps understand how social structures impact safety in both physical and psychological aspects.

Psychological safety in the workplace promotes open expression of ideas and contributes to a discrimination-free environment.

Diversity and inclusion play a crucial role in creating safe workplaces and preventing accidents by bringing varied perspectives and empowering employees.

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The importance of understanding cultural anthropology in building a safe and inclusive organization

Understanding cultural anthropology helps in studying human patterns of thought and behavior, and how these patterns differ in contemporary society. By studying how people from different backgrounds interact, organizations can create safe, healthy, and socially beneficial environments.

Introduction

2min

Personal Background, Occupational Focus, and Understanding Psychological Health and Safety

4min

Understanding Groups and Exclusion

18min

Recognizing Assumptions and Challenging Outdated Systems

4min

The Influence of Assumptions and Culture

5min

Exploring the Value of History and Anthropology in Understanding Work Dynamics

4min

Connecting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Safety

18min

Addressing Employee Issues and Maintaining Authenticity

4min

This week Dr. I. David Daniels speaks with Michael Flynn, a Cultural Anthropologist, about his views on culture, anthropology, safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion, his experience, and his focus on social inclusion and exclusion from the view of a social scientist. Cultural anthropologists study how people who share a common cultural system organize and shape the physical and social world around them and are, in turn, shaped by those ideas, behaviors, and physical environments. Michael’s view of this topic is informed by his experience as the child of immigrants, who settled in the Midwest, but often felt both in and out of the social settings he was in at the same time. He’ll share his professional journey focusing on how “in-groups,” “out-groups,” and the "cultural boxes" that humans create directly impact physical and psychological safety.

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Psych Health and Safety Podcast USA

Safety, “In Groups,” and “Out Groups” - with Michael Flynn

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The importance of understanding cultural anthropology in building a safe and inclusive organization

Defining psychological health and safety

The journey of becoming a cultural anthropologist

The impact of cultural anthropology on workplace safety

The connection between diversity, inclusion, and safety

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