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FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast

FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast

By Dr. Karen Hardy

What is the relationship high achievers have with risk-taking? Do risk-taking behaviors influence decision-making or leadership resiliency? Join Dr. Karen Hardy (the Risk Management Storyteller™) and noted industry Thought Leader as she explores the human-side of risk management and the intersection of our business practices and personal lives. Enjoy the engaging stories and conversations about the people who are making a difference in organizations across the world today.

**FLIP THIS RISK PODCAST IS A WINNER OF THE 2021 APEX AWARD FOR PUBLICATION EXCELLENCE**
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Aug 31, 202301:19
Interview with Dr. Moriba Jah, Space Environmentalist

Interview with Dr. Moriba Jah, Space Environmentalist

In this episode we explore the risks and challenges of managing space debris; the tools being used to contain this threat, and the need for diversity, equity and inclusion in this emerging field.
Jul 20, 202325:34
Interview with Catrina Gilbert, VP of Risk Management at Dallas-Ft Worth Int'l Airport

Interview with Catrina Gilbert, VP of Risk Management at Dallas-Ft Worth Int'l Airport

In this episode, our guest Catrina Gilbert provides insights on the future of aviation and how enterprise risk management can play a role in strategy as we return to pre-pandemic travel levels.

May 16, 202322:02
FLIP THIS RISK MINUTE! - 3 Strategies for Managing Risk in Your Organization

FLIP THIS RISK MINUTE! - 3 Strategies for Managing Risk in Your Organization

Apr 13, 202302:53
Interview with Dave Mader, Former Controller of the U.S.

Interview with Dave Mader, Former Controller of the U.S.

What are the leadership attributes needed to usher change management through Enterprise Risk Management?  Dave Mader shares his experience leading ERM across the federal government, and shares two key skills leaders need to be successful.

Apr 13, 202328:08
Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR)- "Diversity Matters in Publications"

Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR)- "Diversity Matters in Publications"

Segment 5 of 5:  In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Dec 20, 202202:00
Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR)- "Manage Risk to be Effective"

Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR)- "Manage Risk to be Effective"

Segment 4 of 5: In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Dec 18, 202202:00
Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "Every Risk Tells A Story"

Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "Every Risk Tells A Story"

Segment 3 of 5:   In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Dec 12, 202202:00
Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "We Become Risk Managers Just By Living"

Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "We Become Risk Managers Just By Living"

Segment 2 of 5:  In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.




Dec 09, 202202:00
Dr. Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "We Take Risks To Improve Our Quality of Life"

Dr. Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "We Take Risks To Improve Our Quality of Life"

Segment 1 of 5:  In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Dec 08, 202202:00
Interview with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Logistics and Supply Chain Expert

Interview with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Logistics and Supply Chain Expert

What is the future of supply chains? Does it involve innnovation, transparency, diversity and sustainability?  In this upbeat and spirited interview Sarah, founder of Let's Talk Supply Chain, shares her thoughts about the industry, new risk factors, and how companies are rethinking the process altogether.

Oct 31, 202222:43
Interview with Ritabeth Crague, Author & Travel Risk Management Expert

Interview with Ritabeth Crague, Author & Travel Risk Management Expert

Are there gaps in your travel security program? Ritabeth Crague joins us to chat about ethics in security, the new ISO 31010 Travel Risk Management Standard and why now is the best time to benchmark best practices in travel management for your organization.
Sep 16, 202215:09
Interview with Hersh Shefrin, Behavioral Risk Expert, Santa Clara University

Interview with Hersh Shefrin, Behavioral Risk Expert, Santa Clara University

What is your risk personality style? Dr. Shefrin describes how our disposition to risk can show up in the way we work and the work behavior of others.
Sep 02, 202211:22
Flip This Risk Minute- Travel Security Program Tips

Flip This Risk Minute- Travel Security Program Tips

Aug 02, 202204:04
Interview with Stephen Sanford, Office of Strategic Planning and External Liaison (GAO)

Interview with Stephen Sanford, Office of Strategic Planning and External Liaison (GAO)

The pandemic brought about challenges and changes in nearly every sector in the U.S., from healthcare to education. Stephen Sanford joins us in a conversation about the top trends affecting government and society based on a new foresight report by the Government Accountability Office. This episode provides a great overview for risk management professionals seeking to stay abreast of the environmental landscape and sector uncertainties.
Jul 14, 202223:04
Interview with Paul Sobel, Chairman at the COSO organization (creators of the COSO ERM framework)

Interview with Paul Sobel, Chairman at the COSO organization (creators of the COSO ERM framework)

You may have heard about one of the most popular Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks used by companies and organizations. It is known as the COSO ERM framework. Thinking about adopting it? Paul Sobel breaks down the benefits of using the COSO model and how it became so popular. You can learn more about it at COSO.org
Jun 09, 202217:28
Interview with Peggy Winton, CEO/President, Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM)

Interview with Peggy Winton, CEO/President, Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM)

Can unstructured information contain emerging risks for an organization? Information management is a broad area of practice. Everyone has access to and use information. But there are two types of information organizations possess: structured and unstructured. In this interview, Peggy discusses the importance of how information managers can add value to an organization. She describes the opportunities and challenges for putting unstructured information into a context that is useful and valuable to leadership for decision-making.
May 27, 202221:20
COMMENTARY: Resiliency in the U.S. Public Sector (Lessons and the Path Forward)

COMMENTARY: Resiliency in the U.S. Public Sector (Lessons and the Path Forward)

Organizational resiliency is just as much a priority in the U.S. public sector as in other industries. In this Commentary, Dr. Hardy shares a perspective about how U.S. federal agencies are becoming more resilient.
Apr 30, 202206:01
🔥Fireside Chat: Author Rachael Tovey, Business Continuity Expert

🔥Fireside Chat: Author Rachael Tovey, Business Continuity Expert

PART 5 of a five part series on Career Development. Rachael Tovey discusses the ins and outs of Business Continuity Planning and the tools of the trade as part of her contribution to the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security.

Apr 12, 202217:54
Interview with Robert Handfield, Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management at North Carolina State University

Interview with Robert Handfield, Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management at North Carolina State University

Supply Chains are on top of everyone's mind. But what is a supply chain and why is managing supply chain risk so tricky? Professor Handfield breaks down the subject and shares the four key components of Supply Chain Management that must be done to avoid the perfect storm.
Mar 25, 202228:45
Interview with Robert Kaplan, Professor Emeritus Harvard University & Risk Management Program

Interview with Robert Kaplan, Professor Emeritus Harvard University & Risk Management Program

In this exclusive interview Dr. Karen Hardy and Dr. Kaplan engage in a candid and rich discussion about the opportunities and challenges for the risk management industry, the practice of risk management during the pandemic, the role behavioral science in organizational settings, and the success of the HBS Risk Management Program for Executives over the past decade.
Robert Kaplan is Senior Fellow and Marvin Bower Professor of Leadership Development, Emeritus at the Harvard Business School. He co-created both the of Activity Based Costing (ABC) and the Balanced Scorecard.
Feb 28, 202230:52
🔥Fireside Chat: Author Barrie Burren, Strategic Communication and Global Security Professional

🔥Fireside Chat: Author Barrie Burren, Strategic Communication and Global Security Professional

PART 4 of our Career Development Series. Barrie Burren discusses the topic of "Executive Protection" risk as part of her contribution to the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security.
Feb 21, 202210:22
🔥 Fireside Chat: Author Daniella Bove LaMonica discusses organizations that sustain adversity

🔥 Fireside Chat: Author Daniella Bove LaMonica discusses organizations that sustain adversity

PART 3 of our Career Development Series: Daniella Bove LaMonica discusses her contribution as one of the authors of the best selling book "Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security." She is also a tenured fellow with the Truman National Security Project. Daniella briefly touches on six-actions organizations can take to strengthen their organization's resiliency and shares her experience as part of an Executive Risk Communication Workshop.
Jan 24, 202214:52
🔥 Fireside Chat: Author Sonia Travi Knowles discusses Global Monitoring and Response activities for resilient organizations

🔥 Fireside Chat: Author Sonia Travi Knowles discusses Global Monitoring and Response activities for resilient organizations

PART 2 of our Career Development Series: Sonia Travi Knowles, intelligence expert, is a contributing author to the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security. She shares her insights about the importance of global monitoring and response actions for today's organizations. Sonia also talks about her experience in completing the Executive Risk Communication Writing Workshop.
Jan 17, 202212:56
🔥 Fireside Chat: Author Candace McCabe, CIP, CIPM discusses GRC practices

🔥 Fireside Chat: Author Candace McCabe, CIP, CIPM discusses GRC practices

PART 1 of our Career Development Series: Candace McCabe, Contributing author of the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security, shares her insights about how GRC (government, risk and compliance) professionals can partner with their organization's leadership and what opportunities are available in the GRC space. Candace also talks about her experience participating in the Executive Risk Communication Workshop.
Jan 10, 202211:56
Interview with Mahesh Joshi, Academic and Game Theory Expert in Strategy Building

Interview with Mahesh Joshi, Academic and Game Theory Expert in Strategy Building

Strategy building continues to be a pain point for executives in the C-Suite. Despite applications across various industries, executive behavior does not always align with effective strategy implementation. Mahesh Joshi is an academic and strategy expert who incorporates experiential learning and game theory into strategy development. During this interview, he describes how he incorporates his concepts and how his new game "Biggie Bills" is changing how leaders learn effective strategy management via a digital game platform.
Dec 31, 202117:44
Interview with Christy Kaufman, Global Leader at Zillow for Enterprise Risk Management

Interview with Christy Kaufman, Global Leader at Zillow for Enterprise Risk Management

Zillow is an American online real estate marketplace company that was founded in 2006. In this episode Christy shares her perspectives about the key elements of successful risk management, the role of data analytics and the importance of being a well-rounded professional in adding value to your organization.
Dec 02, 202121:21
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Benny Pough, former President of ROC NATION talks about leadership, risk, resiliency and dealing with change

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Benny Pough, former President of ROC NATION talks about leadership, risk, resiliency and dealing with change

Benny Pough joins us in this exclusive interview to share his perspectives on leadership, taking risks and the mindset needed to face the future with confidence.

Nov 16, 202122:40
Interview with Jason Feifer, Editor-In-Chief at Entrepreneur Magazine

Interview with Jason Feifer, Editor-In-Chief at Entrepreneur Magazine

Solving problems is at the core of leadership within organizations. But as we seek to thrive during uncertain times, risk management professionals will need to think differently and rebrand themselves as resources to help organizations reach their goals. In this episode, Jason brings clarity to the idea of "entrepreneurship" and explains why so many people are missing out on a key skill. Risk managers should set aside the heat maps and start thinking like an entrepreneur to display your versatility to your company.
Oct 29, 202114:48
Interview with Alex Hearding, Chief Risk Management Officer, Cannabis Risk Management Association

Interview with Alex Hearding, Chief Risk Management Officer, Cannabis Risk Management Association

On this episode we chat with Alex Hearding at the Cannabis Risk Management Association to talk about the practice of risk management in non traditional industries. Cannabis is projected to grow over the coming years. Despite this optimistic outlook a few challenges remain such as emerging internal risks like talent acquisition and growth risk such as diversity in vendors. What needs to be done to ensure there is equity in the cannabis industry and how is the Association applying risk management principles to help the industry be successful?
Oct 08, 202115:43
Interview with Candice Wright and Gretta Goodwin - A Look at Facial Recognition Technology in Government

Interview with Candice Wright and Gretta Goodwin - A Look at Facial Recognition Technology in Government

Recently the federal government released a study about the use of Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) used by federal agencies. The report was released by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). During this interview we discover the outcomes of this insightful report; including (1) the risks and opportunities that FRT presents and (2) how citizens, private industry and government can work together to ensure equity, accuracy, and privacy issues are addressed as FRT becomes engrained in business and personal activities.
Sep 24, 202122:33
Interview with Patrick Sterling, Senior Director of Legendary People and Risk, Texas Roadhouse

Interview with Patrick Sterling, Senior Director of Legendary People and Risk, Texas Roadhouse

We're chatting about the restaurant retail industry in this episode! Service and people are important elements of business success today. During this time of the "Great Resignation" tsunami, valuing people has proven to be the single most effective strategy a company can practice. Patrick shares his experiences in managing people, the role of emotional intelligence, leadership humility, and why PEOPLE continue to be the focal point of a successful business model at Texas Roadhouse when it comes to managing risk.
Sep 03, 202126:19
Interview with Tom Easthope at Microsoft

Interview with Tom Easthope at Microsoft

Tom is a senior program manager specializing in Enterprise Risk Management. He shares his thoughts about issues such as ransomware, cybersecurity, supply chain disruptions, and the presumed technology challenges in a post pandemic world. We also discover how his personal risk taking experiences prepared him for his role in this innovative company.
Jul 31, 202126:31
Interview with Julia Pimsleur - Author of "GO BIG NOW"

Interview with Julia Pimsleur - Author of "GO BIG NOW"

There has never been a better time than now for those in the risk profession to start thinking big. As we enter the post pandemic period, many organizations and industries are rethinking how they work and refreshing their mission. In this episode, Julia Pimsleur, discusses her new book and how having a GO BIG NOW Mindset is the perfect strategy for facing the most daunting challenges, even in risk management. She offers 4 tips for creating a GO BIG NOW Mindset that anyone can apply.
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Jul 22, 202121:10
Flip This Risk LIVE! What's New with the Podcast

Flip This Risk LIVE! What's New with the Podcast

Jun 30, 202104:51
Interview with Tamika Puckett, Head of Cyber Risk Management at ZOOM

Interview with Tamika Puckett, Head of Cyber Risk Management at ZOOM

Growing up in the south Tamika Puckett learned the benefits of being agile as she relocated to pursue job opportunities. This skill has also been useful in her current role. She discusses her viewpoints on personal risk taking, the evolution of technoloy, the intersection of ERM and cyber risk and how companies thrive during disruption.
Jun 04, 202129:11
Brenda Boultwood, Chief Revenue Officer, 4CRisk.ai

Brenda Boultwood, Chief Revenue Officer, 4CRisk.ai

Brenda is the former CRO of Constellation Energy, at one time the largest commercial energy companies in the U.S. In her current role as Chief Revenue Officer at 4CRisk.ai, she applies artificial intelligence to the regulatory compliance arena. Brenda addresses the risk of customer acceptance of AI and its ongoing governance. How will Chief Risk Officers face long term issues with AI compliance? We discuss her recent "CRO Outlook" column and the "unconventional skills CROs are now seeking" to help them manage post pandemic risk effectively.
Apr 06, 202126:33
Enterprise Risk Management Interview w/ Carol Fox, former VP of Strategic Initiatives at RIMS

Enterprise Risk Management Interview w/ Carol Fox, former VP of Strategic Initiatives at RIMS

In this short SPOTLIGHT interview, Carol shares her universal perspective on the progress being made in the private and government industries in Enterprise Risk Management.
Mar 17, 202113:20
Interview with Thomas Brandt, Chief Risk Officer at the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Interview with Thomas Brandt, Chief Risk Officer at the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

In this episode Tom talks about his role as CRO, the top risks that taxpayers face and his experience growing up on farmland and how it influenced his perspective as a leader.
Mar 02, 202125:43
Interview with Bridget Guerrero, Global Security Operations Manager, GoDaddy

Interview with Bridget Guerrero, Global Security Operations Manager, GoDaddy

In this episode Bridget talks about her role in Corporate Security, the risks and opportunities facing the profession and how her experience as a Marine influences her risk taking and leadership mindset at GoDaddy!
Mar 02, 202121:17
Interview with Steven Antione, Chief Security Officer, YUM! Brands

Interview with Steven Antione, Chief Security Officer, YUM! Brands

In this episode Dr. Hardy chats with Steven Antione.  Steven is the Chief Security Officer (CSO) at the YUM! Brands, a fortune 1000 company (that includes KFC, Pizza Hut and the Taco Bell brands) . Steve shares his thoughts about risk and resiliency for Chief Security Officers and the future outlook for CSOs within organizations.

Jan 19, 202134:04
Interview with Mitzi Perdue (the Mrs. Frank Perdue): A Behind the scenes look at the Perdue Chicken Brand Legacy

Interview with Mitzi Perdue (the Mrs. Frank Perdue): A Behind the scenes look at the Perdue Chicken Brand Legacy

Author, Speaker and Coach Mitzi Perdue (the Mrs. Frank Perdue) shares memorable stories about the success of Frank Perdue and the Perdue brand despite taking on great risks and facing incredible odds.

Dec 10, 202029:56
Interview w/ Sean O'keefe former Administrator at NASA.

Interview w/ Sean O'keefe former Administrator at NASA.

Had a great time interviewing Sean O'Keefe, the former Administrator at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. We talk about the  SpaceX, challenges in space, the future of space and why all this should matter to the everyday person interested in the business of believing the impossible and taking a risk!

Dec 09, 202037:27
Flip This Risk is now on LinkedIN LIVE!

Flip This Risk is now on LinkedIN LIVE!

Dr. Karen celebrates the launch of Flip This Risk on LinkedIN LIVE! with her followers on LinkedIn.

Nov 19, 202004:52
10 Year Anniversary of the ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) in Government Research Report

10 Year Anniversary of the ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) in Government Research Report

Dr Karen Hardy talks to Dan Chenok of the IBM Center for the Business of Government about the 10 Year Anniversary of the Center's first research report on ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) in Government. They take a look at what has been achieved and what's on the horizon.
Nov 14, 202009:32
Interview with Wendy Morton Huddleston, National President for AGA

Interview with Wendy Morton Huddleston, National President for AGA

Wendy Morton Huddleston is the 71st National President of the Association of Government Accountants, a 13,000 member organization for government financial management professionals. She shares her National President platform of Legacy, Leadership and Transformation and how the organization is addressing the pandemic and uncertainty. If you like our podcast visit FlipThisRiskAcademy.com for training opportunities on the subject of risk management.

Oct 29, 202023:30
Interview with Michael J. Gelb, Professional Public Speaker

Interview with Michael J. Gelb, Professional Public Speaker

Oct 20, 202033:33
Painted Tables: Dr. Hardy talks about her childhood on the My WakeUp Call Podcast

Painted Tables: Dr. Hardy talks about her childhood on the My WakeUp Call Podcast

In this Mental Health episode Dr Karen Hardy, talks about how the sacrifice of her mother and her mother's belief in her enabled her to take on and succeed at multiple challenges and see how managing risk is an opportunity as opposed to something to be feared.
Oct 03, 202037:47
Flip This Risk for Hunger Campaign

Flip This Risk for Hunger Campaign

1 in 4 children in the U.S. could go hungry because of coronavirus. Help me and a few select chefs defeat the risk of child hunger by watching our cooking videos on You Tube and donating to the No Kid Hungry organization! Visit Flip This Risk TV on You Tube
Sep 04, 202001:41
Interview with Tinisha Agramonte, Diversity and Inclusion Expert

Interview with Tinisha Agramonte, Diversity and Inclusion Expert

Tinisha Agramonte, fmr Director of Civil Rights and Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) at the Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Commerce brings 25 years to the podcast conversation.  We discuss the issues and opportunities in D&I, what companies can do to make progress, the challenges that remain and the tools for making D&I effective in an organization.

Aug 28, 202028:30