Spoiler Alert! A Food Safety Roundtable

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Welcome to Spoiler Alert!—a bold new web series that cuts through the noise and gets real about food safety. Hosted by two of the most respected voices in the field—Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green—this series brings you into the heart of the conversations shaping the future of how we grow, handle, and protect our food. Each episode features candid roundtable discussions with industry leaders, frontline practitioners, policymakers, and visionaries. You will learn the latest trends driving innovation in food safety, discover new ways to sustain a true food safety culture, and hear nuance-rich stories celebrating exemplary efforts taking place in the field. With unfiltered insights, thought-provoking questions, and just the right touch of controversy, Spoiler Alert isn’t afraid to go where others won’t. Spoiler Alert!: the future of food safety starts here.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Knala Keith of Del Taco

    This episode of Spoiler Alert! features Knala Keith, Manager of Operations Support at Del Taco, discussing Del Taco’s commitment to fresh, made-to-order food, employee development, food safety, and a culture of quality that emphasizes consistency, customization, and customer trust.

    21 min

  2. Mar 3

    Quincy Lissaur of SSAFE

    Live from the International Association for Food Protection Annual Conference in Cleveland, Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green sit down with SSAFE Executive Director Quincy Lissaur. They explore how global public–private partnerships are tackling food safety, traceability, and fraud. From FSMA 204 and harmonized international standards to sustainability, food defense, and microplastics, this episode unpacks the interconnected systems working behind the scenes to protect consumers worldwide.

    28 min

  3. Mar 3

    Cronan McNamara of Creme Global

    Recorded live at the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) in Cleveland, Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green welcome Cronan McNamara of Creme Global to explore how AI, data analytics, and predictive modeling are transforming food safety risk management.

    29 min

  4. Mar 3

    Matt Bunker of Lowes Foods

    This episode of Spoiler Alert! was recorded live at the National Retail Federation show in New York City. Matt Bunker, Director of Safety and Asset Protection at Lowes Foods, discusses the role of stewardship, technology, and proactive monitoring in protecting food quality and minimizing shrink. The conversation explores how real-time temperature data, early alerts, and smarter operational practices can prevent waste, preserve freshness, and safeguard both brand reputation and customer trust.

    24 min

  5. Mar 3

    Dave Steck, formerly of Schnucks

    Recorded live at NRF 2026 in New York City, this episode of Spoiler Alert! features Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green in conversation with retail technology veteran Dave Steck on how grocers can use smarter operations and automation to prevent wasted food. From temperature monitoring and forecasting to customer trust and brand reputation, they unpack why reducing waste is inseparable from delivering a better in-store experience.

    20 min

  6. Mar 3

    Ian Westcott of New Food Magazine

    Recorded live at IAFP in Cleveland, Spoiler Alert! hosts Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green sit down with Ian Westcott, Editor of New Food magazine, to explore how AI, authenticity, and ethics are reshaping food safety and publishing. From AI hallucinations and editorial responsibility to food fraud, PFAS, and global regulatory gaps, this conversation tackles why truth, integrity, and critical thinking matter more than ever in the food system.

    21 min

  7. Mar 3

    Zoli Stahl of Sprouts Farmers Market

    From SmartSense LIVE25 in Nashville, Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green sit down with Zoli Stahl, Food Safety Specialist at Sprouts Farmers Market, to explore how technology, training, and culture shape modern food safety programs. The conversation dives into the opportunity to engage employees through micro-learning and the growing challenge of misinformation in food safety.

    14 min

  8. Mar 3

    Dr. Larry Payton of Sushic Catering

    Dr. Larry Payton, Food Safety and Quality Assurance Leader for Sushic Catering, joins Spoiler Alert! live from SmartSense LIVE25 to discuss balancing retailer standards, regulatory compliance, and in-store execution across 400 locations. The conversation explores how technology, AI, and culture-driven leadership strengthen food safety, improve communication across diverse teams, and turn compliance into daily commitment.

    11 min

  9. Mar 3

    Hsing-Yi Hsieh of Festival Foods

    From SmartSense LIVE25 in Nashville, Spoiler Alert! hosts Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green sit down with Hsing-Yi Hsieh, Director of Food Protection & Regulatory Affairs at Festival Foods, to discuss the evolving role of technology in food safety. The conversation explores how data, behavior, and culture bridge the gap between compliance and true commitment in today’s increasingly complex food supply chain.

    10 min

  10. Mar 3

    Ashley Hammond of Hershey Entertainment

    From SmartSense LIVE25 in Nashville, Spoiler Alert! hosts Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green sit down with Ashley Hammond, Assistant Manager of Food Safety at the Hershey Entertainment Complex. Ashley shares how digital transformation is reshaping food safety operations across iconic venues like Hersheypark.

    8 min

  11. Mar 3

    Matt Anselmo of Giant Eagle

    In this episode of Spoiler Alert!, Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green speak with Matt Anselmo of Giant Eagle. They explore retail’s frontline role in food safety, balancing complexity across departments, protecting consumers, and sustaining trust. Anselmo emphasizes food safety as both a professional responsibility and daily lifestyle.

    37 min

  12. Feb 26

    JP Thomas of honeygrow

    Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green speak with JP Thomas, VP of Operations at honeygrow, about developing a proactive food safety culture.

    35 min
  • 12 Episodes

About

Welcome to Spoiler Alert!—a bold new web series that cuts through the noise and gets real about food safety. Hosted by two of the most respected voices in the field—Dr. Darin Detwiler and Callin Godson-Green—this series brings you into the heart of the conversations shaping the future of how we grow, handle, and protect our food. Each episode features candid roundtable discussions with industry leaders, frontline practitioners, policymakers, and visionaries. You will learn the latest trends driving innovation in food safety, discover new ways to sustain a true food safety culture, and hear nuance-rich stories celebrating exemplary efforts taking place in the field. With unfiltered insights, thought-provoking questions, and just the right touch of controversy, Spoiler Alert isn’t afraid to go where others won’t. Spoiler Alert!: the future of food safety starts here.

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