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
Don't Eat Poison! Dr. Darin Detwiler’s Story of Heartbreak, Food Safety Awareness, And Advocacy | Episode 13
Dr Darin Detwiler is a prominent food safety consumer advocate with more than just academic credentials. Recorded at the Food Safety Summit in Chicago, Dr Detwiler joins Matt and Francine to discuss …
Chickens, The Avian Flu, And The Implications of Mass-Vaccinating | Episode 12
If you love chickens, listen up... This week's episode is about chickens and the avian flu viruses that love (to infect) them!
With avian flu concerns on the rise, what are the implications of mass-va…
Poisoned: THE Seminal Event That Created The Modern Food Safety Industry | Episode 11
Who doesn't love burgers?!
They're as American as you get. But in 1993, the fast food burger chain Jack in the Box had a massive E. coli outbreak that affected hundreds, killed four children, and ende…
The War Between Chocolate And Cannabis | Episode 10
There's a war between chocolate and cannabis - and the green stuff has THROWN DOWN!
That's right, sales of legal cannabis are OUTSTRIPPING sales of chocolate in a surreal twist of fate that reminds us…
Don't Eat C-SPAN (Frank Yiannas's Testimony Before Congress) | Episode 9
This week, we go full C-SPAN...
Frank Yiannas (former chief of the "food" side of the FDA) has testified on Capitol Hill about the bacterial contamination at a Michigan plant that led to a baby formul…
What's Food Insecurity? How Many People in America Face It? What Are The Causes? And What Can Be Done? | Episode 8
Usually, we like to bring some food safety humor to our episodes to educate while having a good laugh, but there's nothing funny about food insecurity.
What is food insecurity? How many people in Ame…
The "Dirty Dozen:" 12 Produce Items with The Most Pesticide Residue | Episode 7
Are you eating foods from the "Dirty Dozen?"
Every year the Environmental Working Group releases its "Dirty Dozen" list of the twelve produce items with the most pesticide residue. Spoiler alert: they…
Food Safety Starts at Home: Food Safety Systems & Practices to Have in Our Kitchen | Episode 6
Food safety starts at home. Let's bring food safety systems, awareness, and responsible food practices to our own kitchens.
Except when we're talking about dialects, what Matt's kids call him, and wh…
Should The FDA Split into Two Agencies? And Some Good Old Food Safety Humor | Episode 5
Don't Eat Poop is back to discuss everyone's favorite topic... Bureaucracy!
No? Well, we promise it's interesting.
Should the FDA split into two agencies, one overseeing drugs and one food? Should cann…
Food Safety News of The Week: A Plea Deal And FDA Letter | Episode 4
There's no rest for the food safety industry... In the news (and on the discussion menu this week) is the Blue Bell Creameries' retired former CEO, who has reached a plea deal in the federal trial st…
Infected Gloves! Best By, Sell By, And Expiration Dates Demystified | Episode 3
Francine and Matt have lots to talk about, as always. Discussed this week:
- Best By/Sell By/Expiration dates demystified.
- A discussion of refrigerator design (the good and the bad)
- A new study indicatin…
Food Safety Awareness And The 5-Second Rule: Is It Legit or Should You Quit? | Episode 2
This week, Francine and Matt pay tribute to a food safety titan: FDA's Frank Yiannis.
Also discussed: multiple Family Dollar store closures due to extreme rat infestations. This prompts Francine to sh…
Subway for Sale: Listeria Outbreak Mysteries and Food Safety Myths Uncovered! | Episode 1
It's the inaugural episode!
In this episode, hosts Francine and Matt dive into the latest updates and news from the food service industry. Exciting news unfolds as they discuss Subway's recent announc…
TRAILER | Don't Eat Poop
Welcome to Don't Eat Poop!
Join food safety specialists Francine L. Shaw (CEO and Founder, Savvy Food Safety) and Matthew Regusci (Founder, Fostering Compliance) and occasional guests as they dish abo…