The "Risky or Not" podcast is billed as being "a short podcast about everyday risks from germs," and it's an easy way to stay informed about the latest outbreaks of foodborne illness. The “Risky or Not” podcast is billed as being “a short podcast about everyday risks from germs,” and it’s a way to stay informed about the latest outbreaks of foodborne illness. When asked about whether there seems to be more outbreaks of foodborne illness, Schaffner said that, “the most recent CDC numbers indicate that foodborne disease is not going up, but it’s not really going down either.” With headlines about the most recent illnesses tied to food contamination, Schaffner said it doesn’t mean the food supply is getting less safe. The “FDA is always investigating multiple outbreaks and as we learn the cause, it gets some attention,” he said.