Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast
Tune in every Tuesday for a brand new episode of Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast. Join Francine L. Shaw, the savvy CEO of Savvy Food Safety, and Matthew Regusci, compliance connoisseur and founder of Fostering Compliance, as they serve up the latest in food safety with a side of laughter.
Explore the ins and outs of food systems, responsible food practices, and food safety regulations. Stay informed about food safety awareness and the not-so-occasional food recall. Delve deep into the complexities of the food supply chain with our dynamic duo, who blend expert insights with a pinch of food safety humor. Whether you're knee-deep in the food safety industry or just passionate about what's on your plate, this podcast promises a fresh take on staying safe while eating well.
Expect candid conversations, personal anecdotes, and occasional guest appearances that spice up the discussion. Shaw and Regusci bring their combined decades of experience to the table, making each episode as informative as it is entertaining. From industry trends to must-know food safety news and regulations, they've got your back (and your lunch).
In essence, Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast is not just about imparting information; it's about fostering a culture of food safety. By shedding light on the intricacies of the food supply chain and the latest food safety news, it aims to promote awareness and encourage responsible food practices among consumers and industry professionals alike.
When it comes to food safety, knowledge is power, and a good laugh is the best seasoning. At the heart of every episode is one golden rule: Don't Eat Poop!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 134
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Good Job! You’re Fired. Food Safety: The Industry You Can Lose Your Job by Doing It Too Well | Episode 53
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our favorite food safety specialists Francine L. Shaw and Matt Regusci come together to talk about something that hit a little too close to home.
In Lewiston, ME, …
Happy 1 Year Anniversary! The Highlights of This Food Safety Podcast And Our Goals for 2024 | Episode 52
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are celebrating a very important milestone for the podcast, its 1 Year Anniversary!
To celebrate they reflected on this food safety pod…
Stanley Cups vs. Cinnamon Applesauce: Which Is More Likely To Give You Lead Poisoning? | Episode 51
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our favorite food safety specialists Matt and Francine are talking about the not-so exciting topic of lead poisoning. With the recent Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches L…
Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers, Washing Your Hands, and How To Actually Prevent Diseases | Episode 50
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our food safety specialists Francine L. Shaw and Matt Regusci come together to talk about hand washing and why relying solely on alcohol-based hand sanitizers does…
How to Actually Make a Difference in Food Safety with Seasoned Industry Veteran Jorge Hernandez | Episode 49
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are joined by long-time industry expert and professional Jorge Hernandez. He has an extensive career in food safety with experience on …
A Fresh Perspective in the Food Safety Industry with Tyler Williams, CEO of ASI Food Safety | Episode 48
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, food safety veterans Matt and Francine chat with one of the youngest names in the food compliance world, Forbes 30 Under 30, and CEO of ASI Food Safety, Tyler Will…
Creating Effective, Relatable & Engaging Training Videos with Austin Welch from Sage Media | Episode 47
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine talk to the co-founder of Sage Media, Austin Welch. They discuss their unique approach to learning and training programs in various ind…
Do You Know How to Get Rid of Salmonella? And How About An Airplane Bathroom Garlic Shrimp to Go? | Episode 46
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, food safety specialists Francine L. Shaw and Matt Ragucci talk about another recent Salmonella outbreak which leads to a discussion on developing standard food saf…
The Future of Food Safety: Matt and Francine's Predictions for 2024 | Episode 45
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine discuss their predictions for food safety in 2024, highlighting the possible increase in consumer food safety awareness and the potenti…
The Future of Food Safety Publications with Chuck Jolley, Director of Director Of Sales Marketing at Food Safety News | Episode 44
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast, our hosts Matt and Francine welcome Charles (Chuck) Jolley, Director Of Sales Marketing at Food Safety News to talk about the future of food …
Unveiling Silent Stories of Food Safety with “Food Safety Icon” Dr. Darin Detwiler | Episode 43
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine dive into the often untold stories of food safety with their guest, Dr. Darin Detwiler. Dr. Detwiler shares his personal journey and th…
What Does A Fast And Efficient Food Recall Looks Like? With Roger Hancock, CEO of Recall InfoLink | Episode 42
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine interview an industry veteran, Roger Hancock, CEO of Recall InfoLink. He shares his insights and experiences from the past 30 years in …
Food Safety Talk: Crisis Management in The Food Industry | Episode 41
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our host Francine shares some recent (and not-so-pleasant) personal developments since our episode about contaminated dog food. That leads to her and Matt sharing …
Responsible Food Practices: Your Guide to a Poop-Free Thanksgiving! | Episode 40
Who brought the cranberry sauce?!
The season of Thanksgiving is upon us and Francine and Matt have taken it upon themselves to teach you the best practices for a safe, sickness (and poop)-free holiday…
Food for Thought: Tales of Food Safety and Surprises | Episode 39
If ever there was an episode to not eat before or after a meal, this might be the one.
This week's topics include:
- Contracting salmonella from your pet's food (yes, it's possible)
- Death by vegetable-so…
Don’t Cook Salmon in the Dishwasher! | Episode 38
In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are here to talk about murder, mushrooms, and dishwasher salmon.
Matt starts the episode by giving a big shout-out to his wife, who trul…
Integrating Cannabis into The World of Food Safety with Rick Biros | Episode 37
In this episode, your hosts Matt and Francine sit down with Rick Biros, a prominent figure in the food safety industry and organizer of the Food Safety Consortium.
Get ready for an informative and th…
Food Safety Talk with Tia Glave and Jill Stuber from Catalyst | Episode 36
It's interview time! Welcome to the "Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast," where hosts Matt and Francine take you on a journey into the world of food safety.
Recorded at the Food Safety Consortium,…
Infant Formula Preparation Concerns And The FDA Updates | Episode 35
Don't eat bathroom chicken! This as self-explanatory as it is cryptic. You'd think responsible food practices
Tune in as we delve into crucial discussions about food safety mishaps within the baby foo…
Food Safety Trainings Don't Have to Be Boring with Adam Spacht from KAS Concepts | Episode 34
Ugh, not another training!
Food safety requires rigorous, across-the-board training. Truthfully, all industries do. But let's face it: training can be torture. But according to Adam Spach, this week's…