But Why Does Speaking Up Still Feel Risky? | Psychological Safety, Power & Performance Culture

From silent meetings to shouty comment sections, what makes some spaces feel safe — and others, like you can’t speak at all? In this episode, Kristin and Laura unpack the concept of psychological safety — not just as a corporate buzzword, but as a critical piece of being human. Rooted in decades of research and personal experience, they explore:• What psychological safety really means (and what it doesn’t)• Why diversity without inclusion isn’t progress• How gender, power, and performance culture shape who gets heard• The paradox of tolerance — and who really feels safe in a “free speech” world• What it takes to show up fully, speak up meaningfully, and still feel like you belong From elite sport to research teams, yoga classes to online spaces, this episode is a call to create environments that don’t just demand authenticity — but make it safe to live it. Socials: https://linktr.ee/butwhy.pod