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Episode 19 Part I: Food Safety in Higher Education- Discovery and Teaching Food Safety

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In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Dr. Hal King interviews Ben Chapman, PhD, Professor and Director of the Safe Plates Food Safety Program at NC State University, to explore the role of higher education in shaping the next generation of food safety leaders. 

Ben shares how his early experiences sparked a passion for food safety, the importance of grounding education in reality-based research, and how the Safe Plates program is making a difference in both home kitchens and the food industry. From teaching methodologies to fostering a strong culture of food safety awareness, this episode offers a look into how Ben inspires students and professionals alike through hands-on learning and evidence-based practices. 

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