We talk with author Alex Pickett about his first novel, a dark comedy set in a fictional Wisconsin town. Then, Carrie Pohjola of the Department of Trade, Agriculture and Consumer Protection shares more about food safety from farm to table.
Featured in this Episode
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“The Restaurant Inspector” is a humorous and painfully real look at small-town Wisconsin
Author Alex Pickett joins us to talk about his book, “The Restaurant Inspector.” It’s the latest novel in our book club and features a darkly funny look at rural life, corruption and loneliness and more.
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Making sure your food is safe, from the farm to your table
Department of Trade, Agriculture and Consumer Protection is responsible for regulating the entire food chain. Food scientist Carrie Pohjola joins to share more about her job and how you can prevent foodborne illness at home.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Alex Pickett Guest
- Carrie Pohjola Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Jeff Robbins Technical Director
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