Third Party Therapy - Shayne Tyler - the Human Cost of Modern Slavery

Episode Summary: Modern slavery isn’t just about chains and locks—it’s a hidden, systemic crisis embedded in global supply chains. In this episode of Third Party Therapy, host Mike Day sits down with Shayne Tyler from TylerBladon Practical Ethics, a supply chain expert with 20+ years of experience in worker exploitation. Shayne reveals why traditional audits often fail, how to spot the subtle signs of exploitation, and why TPRM professionals are uniquely positioned to save lives by looking beyond the paperwork.

🕒 Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: Why Modern Slavery is a TPRM priority

04:15 – Shayne’s story: From the food industry to the front lines

11:30 – The "Invisible" Victim: Defining modern slavery today

19:45 – Why your current audit process might be missing the truth

28:10 – The tiers of risk: Going deeper than your primary suppliers

36:50 – Practical advice for risk managers: Trusting your gut

45:20 – The human cost of the "race to the bottom" on price

52:00 – Final thoughts and where to start

💡 Key Takeaways

• Beyond Compliance: Moving from the "UK Modern Slavery Act" checklist to active, ethical risk management.
• The Audit Trap: Why pre-announced audits allow exploiters to coach victims and hide evidence.
• The Power of Curiosity: Why asking "How is this price possible?" is your best defence against slavery in your supply chain.
• Operational Reality: Understanding that exploitation often hides in the recruitment and labor agencies used by your suppliers.

🔗 Connect & Resources

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