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Don"t Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast

Food Safety Specialists: Matthew Regusci and Francine L Shaw

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

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32:30

Food Irradiation May Be On Its Way to Being Widely...

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2025/09/23

This episode is sponsored by DeVere Chemical🧼 Ready to say WOW? Get 15% off DeVere’s best-selling WOW™ All Purpose Cleaner—tough on grime, gentle on surfaces. Use code POOP at checkout!👉 Shop here📩 Contact DeVere to claim your discount.In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are talking about how the majority of people are finally seeing that food irradiation may be a good solution for keeping food safe.Between personal anecdotes, lessons from their journeys in

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37:22

Whoops! The Celsius Recall and the Very Real Risks of...

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2025/09/16

Get ready for an intensely personal, raw, and possibly uncomfortable episode of Don’t Eat Poop! Warning: In case alcoholism is a sensitive topic for you, proceed with caution.In the face of a recent Celsius Astro Vibe energy drink recall due to a mix-up at the factory, which resulted in High Noon vodka seltzer alcohol inside Celsius cans, our hosts Matt and Francine are approaching this recall in a different way.To better illustrate how serious this mishap is and its possible consequences,

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43:48

How a Little Sunlight in Your Milk is Going to...

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2025/09/09

In episode 127 of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine talked about a technological breakthrough that could zap the pathogens out of raw milk while preserving its beneficial components.Well, in this episode they are joined by the man behind it all, Bob Comstock, the Founder and CEO of Tamarack Biotics, the company that's developed this UV-based pasteurization process.Tune in to discover how this technology makes nutritious and safe milk, how it will replace thermal treatments, and

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40:34

Confidence in U.S. Food Safety Hits an All-Time Low |...

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2025/09/02

In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are diving into the 2025 IFIC Food and Health Survey, a robust study that reveals confidence in U.S. food safety has hit an all-time low.Tune in for their analysis on the big shifts that have happened in consumer opinions and concerns over the past few years, and their opinion on what this means for food suppliers going forward.Keep in mind that there is a lot of their trademark humor throughout the episode. Don't always take

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59:24

A Recap of 2025’s Major Outbreaks (So Far) with Bill...

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2025/08/26

This episode is sponsored by DeVere Chemical🧼 Ready to say WOW? Get 15% off DeVere’s best-selling WOW™ All Purpose Cleaner—tough on grime, gentle on surfaces. Use code POOP at checkout!👉 Shop here📩 Contact DeVere to claim your discount.In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are joined by Bill Marler, the nation's leading foodborne illness attorney, to discuss some of the major outbreaks of 2025 (so far), those who aren't doing what they're supposed to, and how we

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26:04

5 Food Safety Truths Everyone Should Know (Starting...

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2025/08/19

This episode is sponsored by DeVere Chemical🧼 Ready to say WOW? Get 15% off DeVere’s best-selling WOW™ All Purpose Cleaner—tough on grime, gentle on surfaces. Use code POOP at checkout!👉 Shop here📩 Contact DeVere to claim your discount.Think you know food safety? Think again. In this special highlight episode of Don’t Eat Poop, we’re rewinding to some of the most surprising facts we’ve ever shared on the show — the kind that can change the way you shop, cook, and eat.From chemical-laced

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29:17

Zapping Pathogens Could Be a Breakthrough For Making...

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2025/08/12

This episode is sponsored by DeVere Chemical🧼 Ready to say WOW? Get 15% off DeVere’s best-selling WOW™ All Purpose Cleaner—tough on grime, gentle on surfaces. Use code POOP at checkout!👉 Shop here📩 Contact DeVere to claim your discount.In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are revisiting a much-discussed topic within the food safety world: raw milk.Despite its undeniable health benefits, the long list of dangerous pathogens that may be present makes consuming

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47:22

How the FDA Wants YOU to Fix Food Safety Recalls with...

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2025/08/05

This episode is sponsored by DeVere Chemical🧼 Ready to say WOW? Get 15% off DeVere’s best-selling WOW™ All Purpose Cleaner—tough on grime, gentle on surfaces. Use code POOP at checkout!👉 Shop here📩 Contact DeVere to claim your discount.What happens when the FDA says, “Help us help you!” in the middle of recall chaos? You get an impromptu - and enlightening - episode featuring food recall expert Roger Hancock, CEO of Recall InfoLink. In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and

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31:17

FDA Spikes the Ball and Claims Success | Episode 125

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2025/07/29

This episode is sponsored by DeVere Chemical🧼 Ready to say WOW? Get 15% off DeVere’s best-selling WOW™ All Purpose Cleaner—tough on grime, gentle on surfaces. Use code POOP at checkout!👉 Shop here📩 Contact DeVere to claim your discount.The FDA just dropped a list of food safety "wins," and in this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are here to break it down. Spoiler: If you're hoping for action on salmonella-in-your-eggs or listeria-in-your-lunchmeat, you might want

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34:19

When Food Meets Fetish: The Disturbing Truth Behind a...

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2025/07/22

This episode is sponsored by DeVere ChemicalDid you know sanitizing without cleaning is one of the most common food safety mistakes? 🤦‍♀️DeVere Chemical is here to help you avoid rookie moves.Their cleaning and sanitizing solutions are built for real food safety, not just looking clean, but being clean.✅ Remove visible soils✅ Use the right product✅ Get full contact time✅ Don’t miss those hard-to-reach zones✅ And DOCUMENT EVERYTHING (If it’s not written down… it didn’t happen!)We’ve met the

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25:57

Behind the Scenes at the Food Safety Consortium with...

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2025/07/15

In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop! recorded on-site at the 2024 Food Safety Consortium, our hosts Matt and Francine sit down with Rick Biros, the mastermind behind the conference and publisher of Food Safety Tech. From escalator woes to high-level discussions on FSMA 204 and food safety culture metrics, this episode captures the pulse of a post-pandemic industry ready to level up. Whether you're an industry vet or a newcomer, get ready for insights and a healthy dose of laughter.In this

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33:49

Listeria’s Lasting Damage: A Food Safety Wake-Up Call...

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2025/07/08

When foodborne illness becomes a life sentence, who carries the burden? In this gut-wrenching episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine share the devastating story of John Trahar - a once-vibrant entrepreneur now reduced to a shadow of himself after a listeria infection caused bacterial meningitis. It's not just about pathogens and paperwork; it's about people. This episode puts a very real, very human face on why preventing foodborne illness isn't optional.In this episode:💩

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27:38

Hacked Menus & Hidden Allergens: A Food Safety...

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2025/06/24

When a fired Disney employee went full villain and hacked into the company's menu system, the consequences weren’t just petty - they were potentially deadly. In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine dive headfirst into the bizarre true story of a rogue ex-employee who changed prices, dropped profanities, and worst of all, tampered with allergen info on Disney’s restaurant menus. From food defense to the overlooked cybersecurity risks in food service, this is one story

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34:11

Bioterrorism on the Menu: Agroterror Threats & Food...

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2025/06/17

Is your wheat toast a weapon waiting to happen? In this eye-opening episode of the Don't Eat Poop!, our hosts Francine and Matt unpack a disturbing real-world threat: the smuggling of a biological weapon-grade fungus into the U.S. food system. From fusarium head blight to potential global famine, they connect the dots between agroterrorism, supply chain vulnerabilities, and why food safety professionals need to think like defense strategists. It’s not paranoia, it’s preparedness.In this

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40:42

A Side of Salmonella: What’s Up with Those...

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2025/06/10

When your cucumbers keep ending up on outbreak lists, it’s time to ask: what the actual food safety fail is going on?In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine dig into the repeat salmonella outbreaks linked to Bedner Growers - and why the phrase “voluntary recall” should still raise your eyebrows. They dissect how the contamination trail is traced, what might really be behind recurring farm-based outbreaks, and why cross-contamination is everyone’s problem. Whether

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36:14

Food Allergy Dangers & Labeling Fails in Food Safety...

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2025/06/03

In this raw and eye-opening episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine tackle one of the deadliest (and most misunderstood) topics in the food industry: food allergies. Prompted by a tragic case of a mislabeled cookie causing a grandmother’s death, they break down how simple labeling mistakes and casual attitudes toward allergens can have lethal consequences. From cross-contact catastrophes to faux allergy fibbers, this episode dives deep into the real-life implications of

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30:03

Cockroach Infestation Horror Stories and What They...

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2025/05/27

In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine dive into the dark, crunchy underbelly of food safety: cockroach infestations.They kick things off with a recent incident at Erewhon’s luxury tonic bar in Santa Monica, temporarily shut down after cockroaches were discovered in a cabinet. But things quickly escalate when Francine shares one of the worst infestation cases of her career.The hosts dig into the gaps in pest control protocols, how poor vendor oversight can keep

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32:50

Some Growing Food Safety Threats That Most Don't...

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2025/05/20

🧤 THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY Eagle Protect! 🧤Protect your kitchen with Eagle Protect’s reliable, tested gloves.Delta Zero Verified Gloves: more informationGlove Best Practice Guidelines to prevent direct and cross-contamination. Glove selection, colors, where to dispense, how to use effectively etc.Glove Audit: Solve your glove-related issues and improve your food safety practices. Get personalized feedback on how to mitigate these risks. For more glove safety tips, visit

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46:21

Gloves: Risks and Solutions for the Most Overlooked...

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2025/05/13

🧤 THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY Eagle Protect! 🧤Protect your kitchen with Eagle Protect’s reliable, tested gloves.Delta Zero Verified Gloves: more informationGlove Best Practice Guidelines to prevent direct and cross-contamination. Glove selection, colors, where to dispense, how to use effectively etc.Glove Audit: Solve your glove-related issues and improve your food safety practices. Get personalized feedback on how to mitigate these risks. For more glove safety tips, visit

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42:17

All Food Recalls Are Not the Same, But Here’s How You...

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2025/05/06

🧤 THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY Eagle Protect! 🧤Eagle Protect's Delta Zero gloves are third-party verified to be free from harmful microbial contamination—something most food-handling gloves aren't tested for!Unsure about your current gloves? Eagle Protect will test them for microbial contamination at cost, so you can be confident you're meeting food safety standards.Click on the link to get started: White PaperGlove Best Practice Guidelines to prevent direct and cross-contamination.

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