This episode explores the hidden dangers and cultural failures within Australia’s horse racing industry, drawing broader lessons about workplace safety, leadership accountability, and institutional denial. It examines how harmful practices were excused as “back then,” why such justifications fail, and how silence and reputation protection perpetuate unsafe environments. Parallels are drawn to other institutions where abuse was minimised, highlighting the urgent need for leaders to confront harm, reshape culture, and prioritise both physical and psychological safety.