In this noncanonical first episode Dr. Don is joined by guest cohost Merlin Mann, and they talk about the risks from carrot water, washing chicken in your sink, eating human flesh and washing pre-washed spinach.

Carrot water - not risky Washing chicken in your sink - risky Human flesh thumbs down - not risky Washing triple washed leafy greens - risky

Not for nothing: if Dr. Don ever did a Robot or Not-style program where he answered obscure food and health questions, I'd be the first subscriber.

Food Safety Talk Do By Friday

Robot or Not? - a podcast from The Incomparable Should you wash raw chicken? CDC posts serious reminder about food poisoning Don't Wash Your Chicken Did a Swedish Scientist Propose Cannibalism as a Solution to Climate Change?

Recommendations for Handling Fresh-cut Leafy Green Salads by Consumers and Retail Foodservice Operators