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Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Food Safety
EFSA
One Health
Avian Influenza
Animal Feed Additives
European Food Safety Authority
Food Supplements
Climate Change
Celiac Disease
Sustainability
Gluten
Invasive Alien Species
Artificial Intelligence
Animal Health
EFSA (european Food Safety Authority)
Regulation
World Food Safety Day
Genetically Modified Organisms
Public Health
Lectins

Is it safe to eat insects? How many cups of coffee can I have per day? How are human, animal and plant health connected? Can we determine animal welfare standards based on scientific evidence? Take a closer look at some of the key topics that EFSA, the European Food Safety Authority, works on to ensure safe food, through providing independent scientific advice to policy makers.

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Artwork for Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA

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Science doesn’t end when the research is done. In this episode, we explore why how we talk about science matters just as much as the science itself. From food safety scares and fake news to insects, microplastics and AI, we look at how trust, transpa... more

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How do young professionals from across the globe get a job at one of the world's leading food safety bodies? How did they turn challenges into opportunities for learning new skills and building lasting friendships? In this episode, we meet Simone, Sa... more

Keeping pace with change is a challenge for risk assessors. How are they innovating? How can they speed up their work? On this episode, we get a unique insight from Nik Kriz, head of the EU’s food safety agency. We hear his views on the EU’s food sys... more

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Access to documents is a crucial ingredient of open science. But how do lawyers assess what requires protecting and what to release? When do the courts intervene? In this episode, we explore how the law plays a fundamental role in our daily meals. We... more

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Legumes, mealworm powder and duck cell biomass produced in a lab may seem worlds apart but they all feature in conversations about how our food system is evolving. We look at why so-called alternative proteins are getting so much interest across the ... more

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How we prepare our food influences its taste, aroma and appearance, but most importantly its safety. This is especially true for legumes such as beans and lentils, which contain substances called lectins that can be harmful to humans. Which type of l... more

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What’s most important to you when you buy food? Is it how much it costs, how it tastes, where it comes from or something else? In this episode, we’re exploring the results of our latest Eurobarometer survey, how the survey is conducted and what it te... more

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Apple seeds contain cyanide, a deadly poison. And yet, eating an apple will not kill you. In fact, it’s considered a healthy snack! That’s because it’s not just about what’s toxic but how much of it you are exposed to. In this episode, we take a clos... more

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Recent Guests

Barbara Gallani
Head of EFSA's Communication and Engagement Department
EFSA
Episode: Science communication: Taking misinformation off the menu
Nik Kriz
Executive Director of the European Food Safety Authority
European Food Safety Authority
Episode: Up to speed: How food risk assessment is changing
Luisa Venier
Legal expert at EFSA
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Episode: No secret sauce: a recipe for transparent science
Ermolaos Ververis
Scientific expert at EFSA in the Nutrition and Food Innovation Unit
European Food Safety Authority
Episode: Nice to m-eat you: what are alternative proteins?
Bruno Dujartin
Team leader of EFSA's analysis team
European Food Safety Authority
Episode: Exposure matters: why the dose makes the poison
Leonid Matejevic
Scientist at EFSA
European Food Safety Authority
Episode: Food supplements: to add or not to add?
Sophie Dollander
Veterinarian specializing in tropical animal health and vector-borne diseases
European Food Safety Authority
Episode: Never mind the buzzkill: How mosquitoes spread disease
Angelo Maggiore
Works in the Explore Team at EFSA
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Episode: Riding the wave: How shifting oceans shape our food
Camilla Smeraldi
Team leader for food additives and flavorings at EFSA
European Food Safety Authority
Episode: Food additives: Can I have your E number?

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Maria
Host of Science on the Menu
Edward Bray
Host of Science on the Menu

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Science communication: Taking misinformation off the menu
Q: What role does transparency play in EFSA's communications strategy?
Transparency drives EFSA to publish all scientific opinions and proceedings, and to translate and summarize findings for diverse audiences, ensuring that information is accessible, timely, and not fragmented.
Science communication: Taking misinformation off the menu
Q: How does EFSA define its audience and decide what information to communicate to each group?
EFSA uses research, surveys, and focus groups to identify different audience segments—technical, informed professionals, and lay audiences—and then tailors communications accordingly, prioritizing topics with potential health impact and using tools like the Eurobarometer to gauge interest.
EU career boost: EFSA is looking for you
Q: What advice would you give to future applicants?
The group emphasizes applying early, leveraging training opportunities, and recognizing the competitive but rewarding nature of the program.
EU career boost: EFSA is looking for you
Q: What surprised you most about EFSA during the traineeship?
Santiago shares that EFSA is a 'second academy' with diverse roles beyond science, including legal and communications, which broadened his expectations.
EU career boost: EFSA is looking for you
Q: Can you briefly introduce yourself and how you ended up at EFSA?
Simone explains her background in toxicology and how the traineeship aligned with her studies, leading to the Human Nutrition Team and a role at EFSA.

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This show features thoughtful conversations on food safety, risk assessment, and science communication from EFSA experts and guests. Episodes span how EFSA defines audiences, communicates complex risk, and counters misinformation; behind-the-scenes looks at trainee programs; debates on speed versus rigor in risk assessment and the role of AI; and practical discussions on topics from alternative proteins to safe food handling and nutrition. Across episodes, the hosts and guests emphasize transparency, rigorous science, and public trust, while bringing in diverse perspectives—from legal and regulatory angles to nutrition, public perception, and food safety risk assessment. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on bridging scientific detail with ... more

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