Seriously, Don’t Kill Your Loved Ones During the Holidays | Episode 146

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In this episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine are once again trying to convince you not to kill your loved ones over the holidays. 

Since last year's episode may not have been enough, they're back this year with ways to protect your family from foodborne illness this holiday season.

Tune in to a chaotic episode that's full of life and gratitude, our hosts' unique sense of humor in full force, a boatload of pre-travel anxiety, and some crazy food safety stories.

Disclaimer: If you're a social worker working with CPS or foster care and you end up listening to this, please do not take what Matt's saying at face value. He is indeed joking and/or being sarcastic.

In this episode:

0:00:00 Holiday plans and flying with a family of 15

0:11:14 A rough year and a shout-out from Francine

0:13:05 Thermometers, wipes, and sleeping aids

0:17:02 Holiday food safety fails and how to avoid them

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!

Want to read the story about the turkey that flew during Thanksgiving and other captivating, crazy food safety stories? Make sure to check out Francine's book Who Watches the Kitchen?

Read our complete guide on How to Not Kill Your Family Over the Holidays.

Noteworthy quotes from this episode

“ I bet that stuffing was absolutely amazing, sitting there permeating in all the juices overnight. [...] So, you taste all the other flavors, but not salmonella. You taste all the other flavors coming back up again after you get salmonella.” – Matt Regusci

“ I got the flu a lot at Thanksgiving when I was a kid. [...] When I say the flu, we all know the flu now isn't vomiting and diarrhea.” – Francine L Shaw

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