A short podcast about everyday risks from germs

ChatGPT image description: A beautifully roasted turkey rests in a pan, stuffed with golden bread cubes and vegetables. A meat thermometer inserted directly into the stuffing reads 165°F, signaling safe doneness. The turkey’s crispy skin glistens, and the scene looks ready for a festive meal.
Don: And once again ChatGPT really does not understand thermometers or numbers on a scale. It doesn't really understand what a turkey might look like either.

848. Cooking Stuffing Inside the Turkey

November 10, 2025 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of cooking stuffing inside the turkey.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

John Wyatt on X: "Today I get to enjoy the yearly tradition where my father gives me a hard time about insisting that stuffing be cooked in the bird when I should "know better" because I'm a health inspector (It's my favourite food, and the risk is easily managed and outweighed by the benefit)" / X
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DALL·E: The image shows a kitchen table filled with Thanksgiving leftovers, including turkey, mashed potatoes, pies, and cranberry sauce, set in a cozy, warmly lit kitchen. A digital timer on the table flashes red with the message "Time's Up," signaling the food has been left out too long, highlighting food safety concerns.

697. Thanksgiving Leftovers

November 22, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from Thanksgiving leftovers.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼