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Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast

Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast

Tune in every Tuesday for a brand new episode of Don't Eat Poop.

Food Safety Specialists: Matthew Regusci and Francine L Shaw · Matthew Regusci

185 episodesEN

Show overview

Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 185 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 110 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 28 min and 41 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Science show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 6 days ago, with 36 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Matthew Regusci.

Episodes
185
Running
2023–2026 · 3y
Median length
35 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

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!

Latest Episodes

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2026 Outbreak Overload: 21 Recalls & More Than 30,000 Sick | Episode 183

Sep 8, 202634 min

Cyclospora Outbreak: Why the White House Went Silent | Episode 182

Sep 1, 202632 min

Taylor Farms Cyclospora Outbreak: Epidemiology and the Cost of Getting It Wrong | Episode 181

Aug 25, 202638 min

Closing the Food Safety Culture Gap: Data, Training & AI with Azure Edwards of Pacific Blue Horizon Group | Episode 180

Aug 18, 202645 min

FDA's New Director of Produce Safety: Can Dr. Donna Garren Make a Change? | Episode 179

Aug 11, 202639 min

Would You Eat It? Food Safety Risks Ranked | Episode 178

Aug 4, 202625 min

Cyclospora Outbreak: 7,000 Sick and the Surveillance System That Went Dark | Episode 177

Jul 28, 202652 min

Food Safety Consortium 2026: Allergens, Traceability & a Story That Silenced a Room with Rick Biros from Food Safety Tech | Episode 176

Jul 21, 202635 min

The Power of Storytelling in Food Safety with Dr. Darin Detwiler & Gennette Zimmer | Episode 175

Jul 14, 202655 min

Fake IDs, Real Consequences: Child Labor Exposed in the Meat Industry | Episode 174

Jul 7, 202633 min

Food Safety as an Investment: Inside the 2026 Food Safety Consortium with Rick Biros | Episode 173

Jun 30, 202635 min

World Cup Food Safety: 10 Million Visitors & 28 Health Inspectors | Episode 172

Jun 23, 202642 min

GRAS Additives, the FRESH Act & the Fight Over Food Safety Authority | Episode 171

Jun 16, 202633 min

Behind the Scenes of the Food Safety Consortium: Curation, Speakers & 15 Years of Evolution with Rick Biros from Food Safety Tech | Episode 170

Jun 9, 202634 min

Retail & Meal Delivery Food Safety Fails with Michelle Wollenzien from The Food Safety Exchange Podcast | Episode 169

Jun 2, 202648 min

“Not for Human Consumption” Raw Chocolate Milk Controversy | Episode 168

May 26, 202626 min

Cantaloupe Recalls, Norovirus Nightmares & the Food Safety Chemical Nobody’s Talking About | Episode 167

May 19, 202639 min

Biogenic Amines in Chicken: The Real Risk from Cold Chain Failures | Episode 166

May 12, 202622 min

Food Safety Compliance Chaos: FDA Redactions, Conflicts of Interest & Mango Mayhem | Episode 165

May 5, 202628 min

Undeclared Ingredients & Food Fraud: When Chocolate Gets Dangerous (Food Safety Compliance Breakdown) | Episode 164

Apr 28, 202623 min
© 2026 Food Safety Specialists: Matthew Regusci and Francine L Shaw