A short podcast about everyday risks from germs
A modern home kitchen features an open oven with a small pile of rodent feces on the rack. In the background, a cute mouse with big eyes and a guilty expression peeks out, adding a humorous contrast to the otherwise clean and well-lit space.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from cooking in an oven with mouse droppings.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
A man in a cozy kitchen stirs golden honey into creamy homemade peanut butter using a wooden spoon. Sunlight streams through a window, casting a warm glow on the glass jar. Peanuts and a honey jar sit nearby on the counter, enhancing the inviting, homemade feel of the scene.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating homemade nut butter containing honey.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image shows a stainless steel pan with murky, dirty water sitting on a kitchen counter overnight. The water has a greasy film and floating residue. The pan has dried streaks on its sides. The counter has scattered crumbs and stains, illuminated by soft morning light filtering through a window.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks reusing pasta water that's been sitting out overnight.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - risky โฃ๏ธ
The image features a plate of freshly cooked shrimp with dipping sauce on a wooden table. In the background, a television displays a football game. A majestic owl with striking feathers perches nearby, gazing intently at the shrimp. The cozy living room setting has warm lighting, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating Superb Owl shrimp that's been out of temperature, refrigerated and reheated.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image depicts a blonde-haired, bearded man standing outdoors, gently kissing a raven. He has a peaceful expression, and the raven appears calm. The background is a soft, blurred natural setting with trees and sky. The lighting is serene, highlighting the manโs flowing hair and the ravenโs sleek feathers.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from kissing a raven.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - risky โฃ๏ธ
The image features a small, vibrant parrot perched on a person's finger, holding a tiny spoon in its beak and stirring a steaming cup of coffee. The background is warm and cozy, with soft lighting. The parrot appears curious and focused, adding a whimsical touch to the charming scene.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of letting a parrot stir you coffee with a spoon every day.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image shows an open dishwasher in a modern kitchen. Inside, along with regular dishes, sits a very dirty bird feeder covered in grime, dirt, and birdseed remnants. The scene looks unusual and messy, highlighting the contrast between household cleaning and outdoor grime in an unexpected setting.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from using a dishwasher to wash a bird feeder.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image depicts a caring parent using a snot sucker to remove mucus from their infant's nose. The baby appears calm, while the parent has a concerned yet gentle expression. Virus particles swirl around, glowing to emphasize the presence of germs. The setting is a cozy home with soft lighting.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks posed by using a "snot sucker" with ones mouth.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - risky โฃ๏ธ
A blonde-haired toddler with chubby cheeks sits on the floor, mischievously placing a chicken nugget into their tiny slipper. They wear colorful pajamas, and the cozy home setting has scattered toys in the background. The child's playful expression and clear action make the scene both adorable and amusing.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from a toddler placing chicken nuggets in their shoes.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
he image depicts a cheerful Girl Scout at an outdoor cookie-selling booth. Among the cookies on display, one features a bold hazardous-waste symbol, creating an eerie contrast to the otherwise wholesome scene. The background suggests a typical suburban or park setting, reinforcing the unexpected and unsettling detail.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from Girl Scout Cookies
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
A person is drying their hands with a slightly dirty, wrinkled hand towel in a home bathroom. The towel shows visible signs of frequent use, with light stains and a worn texture. The background features a bathroom sink and mirror, emphasizing an everyday, lived-in atmosphere.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of using weekly laundered bath towel to dry hands after using the bathroom and before preparing food.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
A man in cozy pajamas stands in his softly lit bedroom, pouring a glass of water into a sleek white humidifier on the floor. The room features a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with slightly open curtains, creating a warm, calm atmosphere.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of using water from a bedside glass to refill a humidifier.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
A rugged, bare-chested Canadian man with a bushy beard smiles while holding a rice ball. His wild hair and visible chest hair add to his outdoorsy charm. In the background, a shy Japanese girl blushes, covering her face with one hand, standing in a cozy, traditional Japanese-style kitchen.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of making riceballs in an armpit.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
Chopped onions, ginger, and garlic are neatly sun-dried on a clean wire rack over a wooden table in a modern suburban patio. The bright, soft sunlight highlights the fresh produce. The backdrop features a well-maintained backyard with a green lawn, stylish outdoor furniture, and a serene, upscale ambiance.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of sun drying onions, ginger and garlic for 4 days.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - risky โฃ๏ธ
A small strawberry sits at the bottom of an absurdly deep kitchen sink garbage disposal filled with a chaotic spiral of countless sharp blades. The exaggerated quantity of blades contrasts humorously with the strawberryโs vulnerability. A big red button labeled "Garbage Disposal" looms in the background, enhancing the sceneโs comedic tension.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of eating a strawberry that has fallen into a garbage disposal.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image shows a professor in a lab coat and glasses, using a tip-sensitive digital thermometer to measure the temperature at the center of a container of vegetarian chili. The chili is on a refrigerator shelf in a home kitchen, with the fridge open, revealing various food items.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of slow cooling vegetarian chili.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image depicts a cyclist in professional gear standing beside their road bike on a scenic route. They are licking an energy chew, preparing to stick it to the bike frame. The background features mountains or countryside, with early morning light setting a serene atmosphere for the long ride ahead.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from sticking energy chews to a bike's frame for easy access.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image depicts a person at a table, holding a fork near their mouth with a surprised expression. They are about to accidentally eat sprouts that have fallen off a Chia Pet, which sits nearby with missing greenery. The scene is humorous, lighthearted, and brightly lit.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks posed by accidentally eating some seeds or sprouts from a Chia Pet.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ
The image shows a slightly older, balding Canadian professor with short blonde hair, glasses, and a short beard on a Brazilian farm. He looks nervous as he holds a tiny piece of raw milk Gouda cheese. Behind him are lush green fields, grazing cows, a rustic barn, and a Brazilian flag waving.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks that Ben faced when eating raw milk gouda cheese in an unregulated Brazilian facility.
Dr. Don - risky โฃ๏ธ
Professor Ben - risky โฃ๏ธ
The image shows a transparent plastic container filled with brown sugar, with dry, crumbly pieces of stale bread mixed in. The container is placed on a clean kitchen countertop with a neutral background, emphasizing the sugarโs granular texture and the contrasting roughness of the bread.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of using stale bread to keep brown sugar moist.
Dr. Don - not risky ๐๐ผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐๐ผ