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Don and Ben talk to each other and the occasional guest about food safety in the news. They also respond to listener feedback.

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Recent Guests

Dylan Bickers
Guest on episode, food safety professional
NC State / food safety community
Episode: Food Safety 329: Thing 1 And Thing 2
Robin Halabicki
Fellow hockey coach and food safety outsider
Episode: Food Safety Talk 325: I Have No Problem Eating Food Off Of The Floor
Xenia Morin
Associate teaching professor focused on agriculture and food systems
Rutgers University
Episode: Food Safety Talk 322: I'm Also Not A Food Scientist
Dr. Jane A. Talkington
Toxicologist and author of a book on botulism.
Episode: Food Safety Talk 319: I'm Feeling Botchy Today
Kourosh Dini
Psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and productivity coach
Not mentioned
Episode: Food Safety Talk 312: 37 Things Are Not Going To Happen On Thursday
Dr. Larry Goodridge
Returning guest and academic from the University of Guelph.
University of Guelph
Episode: Food Safety Talk 310: Underground Bear Meat Economy
Deep State
Mystery guest involved in food safety regulations.
Episode: Food Safety Talk 308: It's Not Cucumber Net
Paul Breslin
Faculty member in nutritional sciences.
Rutgers University
Episode: Food Safety Talk 305: Walking Cud Factories

Hosts

Ben Chapman
Co-host with expertise in food safety and a leadership role in academia.
Don Schaffner
Co-host and food-safety researcher; distinguished professor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • 难得有一篇,great

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dong they are
    Chinaa year ago
  • All the Best Shows

    Zippy and Dr. Don have yet to let me down by providing excellent Apple Safety Talk content and other big beautiful “girl talk.” Possibly the best podcast I’ve ever heard, better than the likes we’ve ever heard.

    There was no quid pro quo for this review.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    star warz
    United Statesa year ago
  • “Girl talk” between men.

    And it’s great. Endearing and encouraging to hear the conversations between two food scientists and friends who genuinely do this out of the goodness of their hearts and the joy they get from chatting together (preferably online).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sammystar💥💥💥
    United States4 years ago
  • “Girl talk” between men.

    What a waste of time regarding an important topic by experts.

    They need to take lessons from Oprah.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    August Consumer
    United States6 years ago
  • Surprisingly not boring!

    The science is good, the stories are great, and it - thankfully - teaches you how to talk about food safety with your non-food safety friends in a way that will help make sure you are still invited to parties (when we can have parties again.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeyFromBilly
    United States6 years ago

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The banter and chemistry between hosts is a standout, making complex topics accessible.
Some reviews note the show can be long but rewarding for deep-dives into current food safety issues.
Listeners praise the show for being informative and approachable, with strong science explained clearly.
A few listeners want more guest variety and concise episodes.

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Food Safety Talk 325: I Have No Problem Eating Food Off Of The Floor
Q: Do you wash or rinse your lettuce?
I rinse my lettuce.
Food Safety Talk 325: I Have No Problem Eating Food Off Of The Floor
Q: What is a food safety practice or something that you do in food preparation that you think Don and I would be horrified by?
I have no problem eating things off the floor.
Food Safety Talk 322: I'm Also Not A Food Scientist
Q: Do you look at food systems from an economic perspective?
Not very often.
Food Safety Talk 322: I'm Also Not A Food Scientist
Q: Are you a listener to one of our podcasts, or would you consider yourself a listener to one of our podcasts?
I am indeed a listener.
Food Safety Talk 319: I'm Feeling Botchy Today
Q: Why did you write this book?
I want to publish things my way, not in a journal, but I want to use pictures and present historical methods.

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Two veteran food-safety researchers host accessible, science-forward discussions about current news, outbreaks, recalls, and risk communication. Episodes blend long-running banter with practical analyses of regulatory actions, industry responses, and public messaging, often featuring audience questions or guests. Notable strengths include deep technical insight delivered with humor, real-world relevance for manufacturers and regulators, and a consistent focus on how risk is analyzed and communicated to non-specialists.

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2. Robin Halabicki
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4. Dr. Jane A. Talkington
5. Kourosh Dini
6. Dr. Larry Goodridge
7. Deep State
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