Best Cross Contamination Podcasts (2025)

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The “It’s All About Me" Witness 1:22:13

1d ago1:22:13

1:22:13

Hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa are joined by personal injury and family law attorney Shane Henry, as well as noted TV, film and theater actor, producer and director Jean Bruce Scott. Watch as Shane cross-examines Jean, who plays this episode’s mock witness—a devoted grandma testifying on behalf of her son who’s seeking primary custody of hi…

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My Favorite Gluten-Free Products Right Now 16:28

1d ago16:28

16:28

Text Carrie! Sometimes, the best gluten-free finds are the ones we stumble across and instantly fall in love with—and today, I’m sharing a few of my absolute favorite gluten-free products right now. These are the staples, snacks, and lifesavers I keep coming back to—whether it’s for convenience, flavor, or just because they make my gluten-free life…

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A Brotherhood in Arms: The Red Cross Event that Brings Enemies Together 23:04

8d ago23:04

23:04

Since the beginning of time, war has been used as a tool to resolve disagreements. While countless numbers of civilians die in war, the cost of war only gets more expensive each year. In this episode, we look at one of the only programs on the globe that brings together adversaries and allies to talk through ways to reduce the costs of war—in treas…

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Gluten-Free Fails: The Mistakes I Made So You Don't Have To 20:44

8d ago20:44

20:44

Text Carrie! If you're just starting your gluten-free journey—or even if you’ve been on it for a while—chances are, you’ve made a few mistakes. I know I have. From trusting the wrong labels, to getting glutened at restaurants, to thinking I could "wing it" without a plan… I've learned a lot the hard way. In this episode, I’m sharing the top mistake…

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Cross Pollination: Storytelling that Makes a Difference—From Prison to the Courtroom 1:13:15

15d ago1:13:15

1:13:15

We’re calling this special episode of Cross Lab…Cross Pollination! Hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa are bringing together their community of theater makers and professional storytellers for a powerful conversation. Our guests—Cecelia Kouma, Mabelle Reynoso, and Arturo Medina from Playwrights Project—are producers, actors, playwrights, and edu…

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The Emotional Side of Going Gluten-Free: Grief, Anger & Getting Your Joy Back 17:13

15d ago17:13

17:13

Text Carrie! No one really talks about this part. Yes, we talk about gluten-free baking, hidden ingredients, meal planning, and restaurant tips—but what about the emotional rollercoaster of going gluten-free? The grief of letting go of your favorite foods. The anger of being dismissed by doctors. The overwhelm of feeling like a burden in social sit…

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Eating Gluten-Free on a Budget: Tips to Save Without Sacrificing Quality 23:21

23d ago23:21

23:21

Text Carrie! Let’s be real—gluten-free living can be expensive. From $7 loaves of bread to overpriced specialty snacks, the cost can really add up. But here’s the good news: gluten-free doesn’t have to mean budget-busting. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my best tips for eating gluten-free without breaking the bank. You’ll learn how to shop smarter…

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Expert with no expertise 1:17:36

30d ago1:17:36

1:17:36

In this episode of Cross Lab, hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa are joined by plaintiff’s attorney Federico Lathrop and estate and trust attorney Mike Hackard. Watch as they cross-examine Steve, who plays an occupational consultant and defense expert witness. They’ll challenge his opinion on the employability of the plaintiff, whose medical as…

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Hidden Gluten: Where Contamination Lurks in Your Kitchen 21:20

30d ago21:20

21:20

Text Carrie! You’ve swapped out your pantry, checked all your ingredients, and double-checked your meal plans—your kitchen is completely gluten-free, right? Not so fast! Gluten can be a sneaky little thing, and it often hides in places you’d never think to check—even in your own kitchen. From toasters to cutting boards and old pans, cross-contamina…

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Gluten-Free Nutrition: Are You Getting Enough Nutrients? 20:39

1M ago20:39

20:39

Text Carrie! Going gluten-free is essential for those of us with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, but here’s the thing—just because a food is gluten-free doesn’t mean it’s nutritious. In fact, many gluten-free eaters struggle with nutrient deficiencies without even realizing it! So, how do you know if you’re getting the vitamins and minerals y…

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Emotionally charged divorced couple with Bibi Badejo 1:29:08

1M ago1:29:08

1:29:08

In this episode of Cross Lab, hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa are joined by barrister and advocacy coach Bibi Badejo. Watch Bibi cross-examine both Steve and Olivia, who portray a divorced couple where neither party has clean hands. Bibi skillfully challenges each of their stories and their roles in a complex, multi-suit case involving large…

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Digital Dilemmas 2.0: Deepfakes 20:45

1M ago20:45

20:45

In this Digital Dilemmas 2.0: Deepfakes episode, we take a look at two poignant questions: “How do we distinguish truth from manipulation? Who owns the truth?“ We tour a deepfake exhibit created by the ICRC and L'École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) at the United Nations. Then, we zoom out and look at how dissemination of harmful narrati…

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Oops, I Got Glutened! Now What? 23:01

1M ago23:01

23:01

Text Carrie! It happens to the best of us. You're careful, you read labels, you ask all the right questions at restaurants and yet somehow gluten still sneaks into your system. Maybe it was cross-contamination, a hidden ingredient or a mislabeled product, or maybe your server forgot to notify the kitchen staff. Whatever the cause, you're now dealin…

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Where Gluten Hides: Surprising Places You’d Never Expect 27:02

2M ago27:02

27:02

Text Carrie! You know to avoid bread, pasta, and baked goods—but what about soy sauce? Potato chips? Even some lip balms?! 😱 Gluten isn’t just in the obvious places—it hides in so many unexpected foods and products, making it even harder to avoid. If you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, knowing where gluten sneaks in can save you from fru…

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Toxicologist and expert witness for the state on contaminated evidence 1:16:53

2M ago1:16:53

1:16:53

In this episode of Cross Lab, hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa are joined by plaintiff’s attorney Mark Choate and criminal defense/DUI attorneys Chuck Rathburn and Bruce Ringstrom. Watch them cross-examine Olivia, who portrays a toxicologist and expert witness on behalf of the state. They’ll challenge the expert’s opinion on the validity of t…

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Gluten-Free Baking 101: Essential Techniques for Delicious Treats 18:17

2M ago18:17

18:17

Text Carrie! Have you ever tried baking gluten-free bread, only to have it turn out dense and dry? Or made cookies that crumbled apart the second you picked them up? If you’ve struggled with gluten-free baking, you’re not alone! Baking without gluten is completely different from traditional baking, but the good news? With the right ingredients, tec…

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Do I have Celiac Disease or Gluten Intolerance: What You Might Be Overlooking 26:15

2M ago26:15

26:15

Text Carrie! When you think of celiac disease or gluten intolerance, what comes to mind? Stomach pain, bloating, and digestive issues, right? But what if I told you that gluten can affect your body in ways that have nothing to do with your stomach? From brain fog and fatigue to skin rashes and joint pain, the symptoms of gluten intolerance and celi…

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Humanitarian Dispatch from the Congo: Violence Grips Goma 20:15

2M ago20:15

20:15

In a country of more than 100 armed groups, the Democratic Republic of Congo has one of the most protracted and forgotten conflicts in the world. In the latest Intercross episode, we ask what the recent hostilities that started around December mean for the more than 4.5 million people who have been forced to flee their homes? And what is the ICRC’s…

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How to Help Friends and Family Understand Your Gluten-Free Needs 19:32

2M ago19:32

19:32

Text Carrie! Going gluten-free is hard enough—but what happens when the people around you don’t understand why? Maybe they think you’re overreacting, that “a little gluten won’t hurt,” or they just don’t know how to accommodate your needs. Whether you have celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or choose to live gluten-free for other health reasons, g…

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Expert radiologist for the defense with 800+ cases on their behalf 1:17:24

2M ago1:17:24

1:17:24

In this episode of Cross Lab, hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa welcome personal injury trial attorneys Susie Injijian and Jon Choate, along with personal injury and criminal defense attorney Russell Goodrow. Watch as these 3 attorneys cross-examine Steve, who portrays an expert radiologist on behalf of the defense. They’ll challenge his opini…

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The Science Behind Gluten & Why it Affects So Many 15:21

3M ago15:21

15:21

Text Carrie! Gluten. For some, it’s just another part of their daily diet, found in everything from bread to pasta. But for others, it’s the cause of serious health issues. Why does gluten affect some people so severely while others can eat it without any problem? Today, we’re diving into the science behind gluten—what it is, how it interacts with …

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How to Get Started Gluten Free & Simple Tips for the Experienced 21:09

3M ago21:09

21:09

Text Carrie! Making the decision to go gluten-free can feel overwhelming at first. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with celiac disease, discovered a gluten intolerance, or simply want to try a gluten-free lifestyle, there’s a lot to learn. But even if you’ve been gluten-free for a while, there are always ways to make it easier, safer, and more e…

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2025 Trailer 0:36

3M ago0:36

0:36

We'll be back soon with new episodes. For now please like, follow, rate, review, and subscribe to Intercross wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on X @ICRC_dc Subscribe to our newsletter so you never miss an episode. See archived episodes, bonus materials, and additional information on our website.…

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Navigating Dining Out: Gluten-Free Dining with Confidence 23:02

3M ago23:02

23:02

Text Carrie! Dining out can be one of the biggest challenges when you’re living a gluten-free lifestyle. Whether you’re celiac, gluten-intolerant, or just choosing to avoid gluten, eating out safely can feel like navigating a minefield. But it doesn’t have to be stressful! Today, I’m sharing my top tips for eating out safely, so you can enjoy your …

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The Book that Changed Everything - Discovering Celiac Disease 11:28

3M ago11:28

11:28

Text Carrie! In this episode of The Gluten Free Engineer, I share how one special book became the catalyst for a life-changing journey. What started as a quest to lose baby weight and feel “normal” again after having my third child turned into a discovery of primal eating principles that transformed not only my health but my entire family’s well-be…

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Mastering Cream of Chicken Soup with The Gluten-Free Engineer 9:36

4M ago9:36

9:36

Text Carrie! In this episode of The Gluten-Free Engineer, we’re making a simple, delicious cream of chicken soup that’s perfect for your gluten-free cooking needs. With just a medium saucepan, a few basic measuring tools, and pantry staples, you can create this flavorful dish in no time! Let’s make gluten-free cooking easy and enjoyable! Find our s…

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Transforming Family Traditions with Gluten-Free Creativity 7:27

4M ago7:27

7:27

Text Carrie! When my oldest son was diagnosed with celiac disease, my heart sank—not because of the diagnosis itself, but because of everything I feared he might miss out on. As a mom with celiac disease myself, I knew the challenges we were about to face. From navigating birthday parties and school lunches to mastering gluten-free cooking, I was d…

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Trailer - Transforming Family Life: Our Gluten-Free Journey with The Gluten-Free Engineer 1:58

4M ago1:58

1:58

Text Carrie! What would you do if you found out your entire family had to go gluten-free? When I was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2011, I had no idea that my family's entire dietary landscape was about to change. Join me as I recount the moment my oldest child was diagnosed, which set our family on a determined journey to ensure that living glu…

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Broken Cities: Rebuilding Mosul 7 Years On 19:31

1y ago19:31

19:31

In 2017, a battle raged in Mosul, as Iraqi armed forces and their international supporters fought to dislodge Islamic State fighters from the city. Almost 2 million people—half of Mosul’s population--fled from the fighting. During the battle, over 9000 civilians were killed and more than 130,000 homes were destroyed or damaged. In the latest episod…

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One Family's Story: Return from War's Crosshairs 22:15

1y ago22:15

22:15

Following the end of the Islamic State Group’s caliphate in Mosul, Iraq in 2017, hundreds of women and children were detained in facilities throughout Iraq and Syria, and left in a state of limbo, not knowing when or if they would be released and repatriated into third-party countries. In this episode, we meet one family that has at least partly ma…

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Clean Talk | EP 58 | Part 2 | The Write Way to Sanitize High-Touch Supplies w/ Brian Wind 12:11

1y ago12:11

12:11

You will love this week’s episode of Clean Talk podcast premiering on Valentine’s Day! In part two of “The Write Way to Sanitize High-Touch Supplies,” Brian Wind, CEO and Innovator of Steri-write, joins us to discuss a range of infection control topics, including: - Steri-write’s history - The results of Covid-19 on educating end-users - Industries…

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Clean Talk | EP 58 | Part 1 | The Write Way to Sanitize High-Touch Supplies w/ Brian Wind 13:45

1y ago13:45

13:45

In the first episode of 2024, Brian Wind, Ophthalmologist, CEO and Innovator of Steri-write, joins Clean Talk Podcast to discuss Steri-write technology for sanitizing high-touch writing supplies in healthcare settings to prevent cross-contamination in an eco-friendly way. Tune in to hear more about a range of topics including: - Brian’s background …

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Weapon Contamination in Ukraine 22:53

1+ y ago22:53

22:53

While media images showed the initial destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam leaving thousands of homes underwater and civilians without electricity or clean drinking water, it wasn’t able to show the unexploded ordnances lurking under the surface, affecting untold numbers of people. Today go to the Kherson Region, which has been heavily impacted une…

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From the Archive: Inside the Central Tracing Agency 24:53

1+ y ago24:53

24:53

Today, we have an archived episode for you from last year called “Inside the Central Tracing Agency.” It’s a 150-year-old division of the ICRC that today is a crucial resource for families searching for loved ones gone missing due to conflict, violence, natural disasters, or along the migration route. We hope to be back in the New Year with all new…

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Clean Talk | EP 57 | Part 2 | Leaps Towards Improving Patient Care with Leapfrog w/ Paul Alper 15:19

1+ y ago15:19

15:19

On this week’s episode of Clean Talk Podcast, Part Two of: Leaps Towards Improving Patient Care with Leapfrog, Paul Alper, CEO of Next Level Strategies and Senior Advisor to The Leapfrog Group, joins us to further discuss technologies disrupting the future standards of healthcare and Leapfrog’s mission. Tune in to the full conversation to learn mor…

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Accessing Health Care in Haiti 13:28

1+ y ago13:28

13:28

The level of armed violence in Haiti—akin to what we see in areas of conflict around the world—has had a direct and devastating impact on the population living in and around the capital of Port-au-Prince. For about the last two years, these neighborhoods have been living under protracted armed violence and suffer from the absence of basic services …

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Clean Talk | EP 57 | Part 1 | Leaps Towards Improving Patient Care with Leapfrog w/ Paul Alper 15:44

1+ y ago15:44

15:44

On this week’s very special episode of Clean Talk Podcast, Part One of: Leaps Towards Improving Patient Care with Leapfrog, Paul Alper, CEO of Next Level Strategies and Senior Advisor to The Leapfrog Group, joins us in light of the recent release of the Leapfrog Patient Safety Ratings! Tune in to learn about a range of patient safety topics, includ…

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Diving into Digital Dilemmas 27:59

1+ y ago27:59

27:59

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains sounds of an explosion and may be disturbing to some listeners. Digital dilemmas surrounding internet connectivity, artificial intelligence, and data surveillance are becoming more ubiquitous in our everyday lives as technology advances. It’s difficult to keep pace with those changes. But now picture yourself …

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Clean Talk | EP 56 | Part 2 | Addressing the Dirty Truth of the Food & Transportation Industry with UV w/ Jon Cole 12:09

1+ y ago12:09

12:09

In this week’s episode of Clean Talk Podcast Part two of “Addressing the Dirty Truth of the Food and Transportation Industry with UV Solutions,” Jon Cole CEO of UV360 joins us to discuss the evolution of UV360 to eliminate contamination in various communal industries and beyond. Tune into the full conversation to discover topics, including: - Jon’s…

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Clean Talk | EP 56 | Part 1 | Addressing the Dirty Truth of the Food & Transportation Industry with UV w/ Jon Cole 12:05

1+ y ago12:05

12:05

In this week’s episode of Clean Talk Podcast Part one of “Addressing the Dirty Truth of the Food and Transportation Industry with UV Solutions,” Jon Cole CEO of UV360 joins us to discuss the evolution of UV360 to eliminate contamination in various communal industries and beyond. Tune into the full conversation to discover topics, including: - Jon’s…

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