A short podcast about everyday risks from germs
A fried egg sizzles in a cast iron skillet filled with dark bacon or sausage grease. The yolk is vibrant and intact, surrounded by bubbly whites. In the background, a small jar of congealed grease sits on a beige cloth, suggesting long-term room temperature storage.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from cooking in bacon and/or sausage grease stored room temperature for up to 30 days.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
A hotel breakfast buffet features a large stainless steel vat filled with lumpy oatmeal. A sign above reads “COMMUNITY VAT OF OATMEAL MADE EARLIER THAT DAY.” Surrounding the vat are stacked plates, bagels in a wire rack, glass cups, and coffee dispensers, creating a utilitarian yet oddly inviting scene.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks eating cold-ish, prepared oatmeal from a community vat made earlier that day.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
A square image shows an opened glass jar of mayonnaise sitting on a wooden pantry shelf. The mayo appears discolored and crusty around the rim, suggesting spoilage. The dim lighting and aged wood add to the sense of neglect and food safety concern.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from a jar of mayonnaise that was opened and then accidentally left at room temperature for less than a week
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
A clear glass holds partially melted ice water with a single penny resting atop the remaining ice. The ice forms a cloudy disk floating above the water line. The background is a neutral surface, emphasizing the simple, almost scientific feel of the composition.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from using the coin in cup for freezer safety tip after power outages.
Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
DALL·E image text: A glass bowl of overnight oats sits on a dark countertop, glowing ominously with green light. Wisps of toxic-looking green mist rise from the oats, surrounded by biohazard symbols, creating an eerie, dangerous atmosphere that hints at bacterial contamination.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating overnight oats made a room temperature
Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
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Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating peaches from big open jar of canned peaches kept at room temperature.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
A green juice bottle sits on a car seat, partially frozen with visible ice crystals. Frost covers the car windows, and condensation clings to the bottle. The early morning light casts a cold, bluish hue, emphasizing the chill of a winter night spent inside the vehicle.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from consuming Green Juice left in the car overnight in the winter.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
A festive kitchen decorated for St. Patrick's Day features green streamers, shamrocks, and themed treats. In contrast, a shopping bag with a forgotten package of corned beef and bread sits quietly on the counter, slightly tucked away, hinting at a small oversight amid the celebration.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating corned beef left out for a couple of hours.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
Golden cookie-style lemon bars with glistening lemon curd sit on a rustic surface. Their edges are slightly dry and cracked, showing signs of age, yet they still look rich and tempting. The vibrant yellow curd contrasts beautifully with the soft, crumbly base, inviting a bite despite their two-week-old appearance.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating two week old cookie style lemon bars.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
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 ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
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 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
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 ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
The image shows an upright freezer in a dimly lit garage, surrounded by clutter like tools and boxes. The freezer door is slightly ajar, and a bright warning light near the top is prominently flashing, creating a sense of urgency against the muted tones of the garage setting.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from food in a freezer ajar for 24 hours.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
A festive scene with a plate of cookies, one bitten, and partially drunk milk left for Santa, alongside carrots for the reindeer. Warm light from a fireplace and Christmas decor, including a tree and stockings, set a cozy ambiance. In the background, Santa is glimpsed departing the room.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of leaving cookies and milk out for Santa, and carrots for his reindeer.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
This image features a half-empty, transparent container of guacamole placed on a kitchen counter. The guacamole itself is textured, displaying distinct chunks of small diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, which add a colorful and fresh appearance to the green base. The guacamole's surface has ridges and swirls, showing evidence of recent scooping.
The kitchen is depicted in the middle of the night, with dim, warm lighting emanating from an overhead source, casting gentle, elongated shadows on the counter. The counter itself is subtly textured, resembling granite or a similar polished stone surface with small, faint speckles.
The container is positioned slightly askew, hinting at casual use. Reflections on the container's plastic sides indicate the soft glow from the kitchen's light, enhancing the late-night ambiance. Overall, the scene conveys a feeling of nighttime snacking, with its quiet and tranquil setting.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of eating guacamole left out overnight.
Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
DALL·E - A realistic image of a cut avocado wrapped in plastic wrap, sitting on a kitchen counter. The kitchen counter is dimly lit, indicating it's the middle of the night.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from leaving a cut unripe avocado at room temperature for a day.
Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
DALL·E - A half of a cut watermelon sitting on a kitchen counter in the middle of the night. The kitchen is dimly lit, with a soft glow from a nearby light.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating cut watermelon at room temperature for a day or more.
Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️
DALL·E - A plate of Jamaican dish Escovitch on a wooden table. The dish features fried fish topped with pickled vegetables such as carrots, and bell peppers.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating escovitch that has been held at room temperature for 12 hours.
Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
DALL·E A singara pastry sitting on a pile of dirty money next to a glass of sangria on a rustic table.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of consuming lukewarm singara in Bangladesh that might have been sitting on some money.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
DALL·E - A dark and ominous image showing a single small apple slice inside a tiny, translucent plastic bag resting on a kitchen counter.
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of sending a kid to school with a cut apple that has already been to school the day before.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼