Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast

By: Food Safety Specialists: Matthew Regusci and Francine L Shaw
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  • 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!
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  • Insider Knowledge on the FDA's Traceability Rule FSMA 204 and Its Implementation with Andrew Kennedy from iFoodDS | Episode 97

    Insider Knowledge on the FDA's Traceability Rule FSMA 204 and Its Implementation with Andrew Kennedy from iFoodDS | Episode 97
    Jan 7 2025

    In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are joined by Andrew Kennedy from iFoodDS, straight from the Food Safety Consortium 2024.


    Andrew worked in the FDA and was one of the key people involved in writing the FDA's Traceability Rule FSMA 204, and in this episode he is sharing some insights into the process.


    He also talks about his time working for the FDA during the COVID pandemic, what he learned about food supply chain management (especially when things go wrong), and his current work facilitating the implementation of the traceability rule through iFoodDS, the leader in food supply chain software.


    In this episode:

    💩 [01:04] Andy, a long-awaited guest

    💩 [03:33] Where the idea for New Era Partners came from

    💩 [06:10] From traceability company founder to working in the FDA

    💩 [09:17] FDA’s food supply chain management initiatives during COVID

    💩 [14:11] How the food supply chain really works when it breaks

    💩 [16:30] From the iterative development model to “you have one shot”

    💩 [20:26] The importance of having 360º feedback from different sources

    💩 [22:25] What does Andy prefer: government or private sector?

    💩 [23:57] Implementing FDA's Traceability Rule FSMA 204

    💩 [26:32] The current challenge to implementing FSMA 204

    💩 [32:02] What’s good and bad about the Food Safety Consortium 2024


    Disclaimer: Episode title and content do not constitute legal or health advice.


    Resources from this episode

    Learn more about iFoodDS, the leader in food supply chain software, at ifoodds.com.

    Want to know more about the FDA's Traceability Rule FSMA 204? You can find all the information you need here.


    Noteworthy quotes from this episode

    “ What I found out [when working on the FDA Traceability Rule] was how passionate people are about traceability. Which I didn't fully appreciate until we went through that process just how many people are invested in the effort around creating a traceability rule. And so that kind of opened my eyes like, Oh, this is a big deal.” – Andrew Kennedy


    We hope you enjoy this episode!

    Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Together, we can raise awareness and make a positive impact in the world of food safety!

    We'd love to hear from you!


    Connect with Andrew, Francine, Matt, and the "Don't Eat Poop!" show on LinkedIn!


    Share your thoughts and feedback on the show, and feel free to offer any topics you would like to hear discussed.


    Check out Francine's book Who Watches the Kitchen? on Amazon!

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    Produced by Ideablossoms
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    35 mins
  • Francine Wants a Poop-Free Salad | Episode 96

    Francine Wants a Poop-Free Salad | Episode 96
    Dec 30 2024
    In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are wrapping up the year by discussing the produce industry and how the shocking number of produce recalls in 2024 clearly shows that what they’re doing is far from working.They talk about this year’s outbreaks and explore new food-safe technologies that can address the problem, such as Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and electric shocks, which can kill foodborne pathogens.They also share some insights into the podcast and some of the amazing results from one more year of Don’t Eat Poop!In this episode:💩 [01:08] The upcoming 100th episode💩 [02:09] Wearing poop-free disposable gloves and setting an example💩 [05:09] Francine’s poopy salad dilemma💩 [09:21] 2024’s worst outbreak💩 [09:55] We never know the real numbers of an outbreak💩 [12:09] Vendors must also be held accountable for outbreaks💩 [13:41] The importance of food safety compliance software💩 [15:49] The current lettuce E. coli outbreak💩 [16:46] What the produce industry is doing wrong💩 [17:34] 2 new food-safe technologies that fully kill pathogens💩 [19:33] Francine, the youngest old person out there💩 [21:42] Salad ingredients that have been recalled in 2024💩 [25:18] Coming up with content for Don’t Eat Poop!💩 [26:21] Concerns from when Matt and Francine started the podcast💩 [30:02] Some amazing results from one more year of Don’t Eat Poop!💩 [31:35] The poop-free salad might have to waitDisclaimer: Episode title and content do not constitute legal or health advice.Resources from this episodeLearn more about poop-free gloves by catching up with our episode with Steve Ardagh: Episode 57 | The Glove Food Safety Gap: Raising Disposable Glove Standards with Steve Ardagh, CEO and Founder of Eagle Protect.Check out Francine’s LinkedIn post about her poopy salad dilemma.Catch up with the episode we recorded earlier this year about when and where the next major food safety outbreak would be: Episode 60 | Food Safety Culture and The Next Big Food Safety Crisis.Learn about Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) in this LinkedIn post by Francine.Want to know more about barfly7777? Catch up on Episode 46 | Do You Know How to Get Rid of Salmonella? And How About An Airplane Bathroom Garlic Shrimp to Go?.Noteworthy quotes from this episode“ There's a lot of people in the industry that make a lot of money because they actually don't care.” – Matthew Regusci“ There's nobody better to help the industry than the people that do what we do because we understand both sides of it. There are just a lot of issues right now.” – Francine L ShawWe hope you enjoy this episode!Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Together, we can raise awareness and make a positive impact in the world of food safety!We'd love to hear from you!Connect with Francine, Matt, and the "Don't Eat Poop!" show on LinkedIn! Share your thoughts and feedback on the show and feel free to offer any topics you would like to hear discussed.Check out Francine's book Who Watches the Kitchen? on Amazon! _______Produced by Ideablossoms
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    34 mins
  • Don’t Kill Your Loved Ones During the Holidays | Episode 95

    Don’t Kill Your Loved Ones During the Holidays | Episode 95
    Dec 23 2024

    In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are sharing some food safety tips for safe holiday cooking.

    There are a lot of holiday parties this time of year, and you don't want to spend most of the time on your knees in the bathroom with your head over the toilet.

    So, tune in to learn how to protect yourself, your family, and your friends from foodborne illnesses this holiday season.


    In this episode:

    💩 [01:29] The need for food safety around the holidays

    💩 [02:08] A career created out of vomit and diarrhea

    💩 [03:28] The evolution of food safety training

    💩 [12:59] The importance of being safe when cooking for others

    💩 [16:23] How to not kill your loved ones during the holidays

    💩 [17:13] Step 1: Clean and sanitize your kitchen

    💩 [20:45] One thing you must not do

    💩 [21:35] Step 2: Separate to avoid cross-contamination

    💩 [25:27] Step 3: Use a thermometer to cook meat and poultry

    💩 [25:57] How to calibrate your thermometer

    💩 [27:00] How to thaw your turkey safely

    💩 [28:07] Step 4: Storing, refrigerating, and reheating food guidelines

    💩 [31:23] Quick reminder for happy holidays


    Disclaimer: Episode title and content do not constitute legal or health advice.

    Resources from this episode

    To learn more about the woman who tried to kill her ex’s family with Beef Wellington, catch up with Episode 38 | Don’t Cook Salmon in the Dishwasher!


    Noteworthy quotes from this episode

    “Most people don't know about food safety. I think people know on the periphery about food safety, but most people think what they do is safe in their kitchen. A lot of that is not safe.” – Matthew Regusci

    “ When you're with your extended family, you never know what type of immune system they really have. They could have cancer and not be telling you that they have cancer. So, we always need to be conscientious about their immune systems. So, it's important that we take all the precautions that we would take as if we worked in a restaurant.” – Francine L Shaw


    We hope you enjoy this episode!

    Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Together, we can raise awareness and make a positive impact in the world of food safety!

    We'd love to hear from you!


    Connect with Francine, Matt, and the "Don't Eat Poop!" show on LinkedIn!


    Share your thoughts and feedback on the show and feel free to offer any topics you would like to hear discussed.


    Check out Francine's book Who Watches the Kitchen? on Amazon!

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    Produced by Ideablossoms
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    33 mins

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