Best Apiary Podcasts (2024)

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Troy Hall of Hall Apiaries Interview part 1, Ep 118 52:42

44m ago52:42

52:42

Today's episode is part one of a rambling bee chat I had with full-time beekeeper Troy Hall of New Hampshire back in the Spring. At Hall Apiaries he produces honey, queens and nucs in a creative, stationary operation of 700ish hives primarily managed without treatments. What a delightful and inspiring person and beekeeper! Hope you enjoy it. Show N…

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Apiary Inspectors of America with Brooke & Natasha (286) 45:21

5d ago45:21

45:21

In this episode, hosts Jeff and Becky chat with Brooke Decker and Natasha Garcia-Anderson from the Apiary Inspectors of America (AIA). Brooke and Natasha share their extensive knowledge and experiences as regulatory officials dedicated to supporting beekeepers and maintaining bee health across North America. Brooke, the Pollinator Health Specialist…

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1st Impressions of Harmonies, Iki, Knarr, Pax Penning, and more! 21:04

2h ago21:04

21:04

Nick shares his 1st impressions of new-ish games he has been playing recently: 0:49 - Iki 3:27 - Palmyra (Buy Low Sell High) 6:12 - Harmonies 9:33 - A Message from the Stars 12:40 - Pax Penning 17:45 - Knarr Check out our new releases (now shipping worldwide) including Cascadero, Cascadito, Spectral, and Trailblazers: Sasquatch Expansion.…

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Observation Hives with Frank Linton (288) 51:53

2h ago51:53

51:53

In this engaging episode, Jeff and Becky welcome Frank Linton, a seasoned beekeeper and author with a deep passion for observation hives. Frank shares his unique journey into beekeeping, sparked by his grandfather's influence and reignited years later with his first observation hive. Listeners will be captivated by Frank's enthusiasm and extensive …

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Episode 151 - Yonder, Cthulhu Death May Die, and Achtung Cthulhu 1:09:58

1h ago1:09:58

1:09:58

Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content No, it’s not a Bisto advert, it’s Rory and Steve’s gushing review of Yonder from Sinister Fish[/company], their latest worker placement boardgame from Villagers and Moon designer Haakon Gaarder - which …

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A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – July 22, 2024 – Amy Stewart on “The Tree Collectors” 28:20

2d ago28:20

28:20

We’re going to talk about collectibles today, but not the kind you score at a flea market or from an online auction. We’re going to talk about collectible trees. Yes, trees. A new book by Amy Stewart called “The Tree... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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#23 Raising Rabbits with Longevity & Fertility in the Heat 37:26

3h ago37:26

37:26

Send us a Text Message. In this podcast we share all our methods that we incorporate into our program for hot temperatures to ensure longevity & fertility in our rabbit herd. Helpful Rabbitry Product Cooling Misters Keeping Them Cool In July & August- Blog Post COMMENTS & QUESTIONS? bobby@therabbitrycenter.com We'd love to hear from you! __________…

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Plain Talk: Washboarding Bees (188) 20:50

3h ago20:50

20:50

In this episode, Jim delves into the curious behavior known as washboarding. As he observes his bees engaging in this rhythmic activity, Jim explores various hypotheses and shares insights from both personal observations and scientific studies. He discusses the possible reasons behind washboarding, including pheromone laying, boredom, and propolizi…

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Food Safety for Beekeepers with Andy Pedley (287) 53:33

39m ago53:33

53:33

In this episode, Jeff and Becky are joined by Andy Pedley, a retired Environmental Health Officer and experienced beekeeper from the UK. Andy shares his extensive knowledge on food safety in the context of honey production, an often overlooked but critical aspect of beekeeping. With over 30 years of beekeeping experience, Andy provides invaluable i…

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261 - Making observations on ground nesting bees 25:22

4h ago25:22

25:22

While roughly 70% of bee species are ground nesting, we know very little about the nesting biology of anything more than a handful of species. In this episode we hear from Dr. Jordan Kueneman and his project GNBees to generate more data from the public. Dr. Jordan Kueneman is a research scientist and director of Project GNBee, a community science p…

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A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – July 15, 2024 – Benjamin Vogt on Meadow Making 28:26

9d ago28:26

28:26

Are you thinking about the possibility of transitioning an area of your lawn into something more diverse, like maybe a meadow? A question I’m asked a lot is how to go about it – the actual preparatory steps – so... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: Bee Personalities (187) 21:58

5d ago21:58

21:58

In this episode, Jim explores the fascinating concept of bee personalities and how they change throughout the seasons. On a scorching hot day, Jim reflects on how bees adapt their behavior to cope with the heat, the challenges of finding water, and the shifting dynamics within the hive. He shares his observations on how bees' temperaments can vary …

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127: Improve Your Job Search with Email: Tammi Scott 43:08

5d ago43:08

43:08

Tammi Scott shares her unique approach to finding new job opportunities by emailing people she knows. Tammi and I were a money coaches together at Capital One. Tammi shares insights from her extensive coaching background, including her experience at Nordstrom selling shoes. She emphasizes the critical role of building and maintaining professional r…

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Tips for keeping bees cool, Solstice Queens, Split Comparisons & Patron bonus bookmark (117) 24:30

5d ago24:30

24:30

Tips for keeping bees cool, Solstice Queens, Split Comparisons & Patron bonus bookmark (117) Part 1: Ways to cool off hives, benefits of post-solstice queens . Part 2: continues for patrons with bonus content on comparing the Runaway and the Cut-Down/Reverse Doolittle splits, more about post-solstice queens, detailed show notes with links to some h…

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Lessons from the High Line – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – July 8, 2024 29:17

11d ago29:17

29:17

It’s one of the best-known naturalistic gardens anywhere, and yet it’s perched in the most unnatural spot imaginable, 30 feet high above New York City traffic on an abandoned elevated railway line. The High Line on Manhattan’s West Side is... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: The Fallen Hive (186) 20:30

9d ago20:30

20:30

In this episode, Jim takes listeners on an adventurous journey to inspect a fallen hive. Accompanied by his friend Bob Romick, Jim travels through rural Ohio to assess the damage and potential causes of the hive's collapse. He shares the challenges of working with a toppled hive, including the use of smoke and the surprising resilience of the bees.…

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John Hill of HillCo Bees (285) 51:02

12d ago51:02

51:02

In this episode, hosts Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman sit down with John Hill, the innovative force behind HillCo Bees, a quickly emerging player in the beekeeping equipment industry. John shares his inspiring journey from a young enthusiast to a successful entrepreneur, offering listeners a unique insight into the rapid growth and development of his…

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Episode 150 - Terminus, Sand, Rebirth, and Windmill Valley 1:16:34

13d ago1:16:34

1:16:34

Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content The boys from the Collider are back and they are still reeling from all the board game goodies they picked-up during the UK Games Expo - which means this is a packed episode full of reviews of the lates…

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Hortus Arboretum’s Unusual Fruits – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – July 1, 2024 28:49

15d ago28:49

28:49

Some of the many unusual fruits that Allyson Levy and Scott Serrano grow in their arboretum in the Hudson Valley of New York, like goji berries or maybe Schisandra, are ones you’re more likely to see on ingredient labels of... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: How Not To Remove Bees (185) 21:23

16d ago21:23

21:23

In this episode, Jim Tew shares valuable lessons learned from his early days in beekeeping, focusing on the challenges of removing bees from old structures. Reflecting on his 50 years of beekeeping experience, Jim recounts humorous and insightful stories of his first attempts at bee removals. Listeners will gain an understanding of the complexities…

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David Burns - YouTube and EAS Master Beekeeper (284) 46:31

19d ago46:31

46:31

In this insightful episode of the Beekeeping Today Podcast, hosts Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman welcome Master Beekeeper David Burns. David, a well-known figure in the beekeeping community, shares his extensive knowledge and experiences, offering invaluable advice for beekeepers of all levels. From his early, adventurous beginnings to becoming an EA…

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Episode 125: On the Road to Shepparton: A Rambling Bee Journey 29:00

22d ago29:00

29:00

Join me on a unique episode of "Bees with Ben" as I take you on a journey to Shepparton! Recorded on the road, this episode captures the spontaneous and unfiltered thoughts I navigate through my beekeeping job, whilst on the road! Expect a delightful ramble covering a variety of topics, from the intricacies of beekeeping in different environments t…

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Rodney Eason on Auditing Your Garden – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – June 24, 2024 28:46

22d ago28:46

28:46

Nobody wants to get the IRS notice in the mail that they’re being audited, heaven forbid. But when it comes to gardens, Rodney Eason believes that the occasional audit is a very positive process, and encourages us to perform one... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: A Small June Swarm 20:14

27d ago20:14

20:14

In this episode, Jim Tew delves into the fascinating world of swarming behavior. Jim shares his experiences with swarms moving into winter-killed colonies, highlighting how these free bees can effectively clean up and rejuvenate old equipment. He discusses his observations on swarm preferences, the unpredictability of swarm arrivals, and the intrig…

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Podcast Memorial to Kim Flottum (283) 14:40

24d ago14:40

14:40

During this seventh year anniversary week of the podcast, we bring you this special memorial episode honoring our former co-host, colleague, and dear friend, Kim Flottum, who passed away in December 10, 2023. This episode is dedicated to celebrating Kim’s remarkable life and his immense contributions to the beekeeping community. Join hosts Jeff Ott…

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Seventh Year Anniversary Special with Pollinator Partnership (282) 42:33

1M ago42:33

42:33

Welcome to a special episode of the Beekeeping Today Podcast, presented by Betterbee. As we kick off our seventh year and celebrate the first day of Pollinator Week, we are thrilled to bring you a conversation filled with insights and stories that highlight the importance of pollinators in our ecosystems. In this episode, Jeff and Becky delve into …

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Ken Druse on Garden Visiting – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – June 17, 2024 29:27

29d ago29:27

29:27

What’s one of the best sources of inspiration and information about gardening you can get outside of a classroom, and that is also wonderfully entertaining? By making time to go visit other people’s gardens, we can open ourselves up to... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: The Survivor Hive 19:45

1M ago19:45

19:45

Join Jim Tew as he recounts the captivating story of the “Survivor Hive” — an incredible beehive that endured decades without human intervention. In this episode, Jim shares a remarkable story from his early beekeeping days, illustrating the resilient and adaptive nature of honeybees. Learn how this hive, abandoned in a remote location, used propol…

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Episode 124: A Sweet Success with Meli Honey, Sam and Nicholas Grivas, Melbourne 32:26

1M ago32:26

32:26

In this episode, I chat with Sam and Nicholas, the dynamic father-son duo behind Meli Honey. Their journey is a testament to passion, family, and the pursuit of quality. We dive into their fascinating story of importing premium Greek honey to Australia, and how their love for this golden elixir has translated into a thriving business. Just after we…

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Much More Than Record Keeping with HiveTracks (S6, E52) 1:01:07

1M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

(281) Join us in this episode as we delve into the sophisticated world of beekeeping record management, focusing on the innovative platform, HiveTracks! Explore the capabilities of HiveTracks—a mobile app and cloud-based system designed to streamline beekeeping management. Our dialogue with James Wilkes and Max Rünzel, the visionaries behind HiveTr…

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Episode 149 - The Best of UK Games Expo 2024 1:26:02

1M ago1:26:02

1:26:02

Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content UK Games Expo 2024 has come to an end, and we are completely knackered! But that won't stop us talking about the amazing board games, tabletop roleplaying games, and miniatures we saw at the Birmingham …

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Hardy Kern on Neonic Dangers – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – June 10, 2024 30:40

1M ago30:40

30:40

I suspect every gardener has for years now, over and again, heard the warnings about the most widely used pesticides in the US, neonicotinoids – or neonics for short. In 2013 the American Bird Conservancy issued a report, warning of... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: Not My Bees (182) 23:31

1M ago23:31

23:31

In this episode, Jim Tew dives into the humorous and often frustrating situations beekeepers face when neighbors expect them to handle all sorts of "bee" problems. Jim shares personal stories of dealing with carpenter bees, yellowjackets, and hornets—none of which are honey bees. He explains the misconceptions non-beekeepers have and the unexpected…

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157 The End Is Near - We Face the Final Curtain 18:46

2M ago18:46

18:46

On this episode, We'll close the final chapter to the TOPS Bunker Podcast. Tonight, we say Goodbye, for now... Please find us on YouTube - Honeycomb Hollow Facebook: TOPS Bunker Group YouTube Channel: HoneyComb Hollow Top Reads: Good Stress Bad Stress - Mastering the Art of Stress Resilience OGTX Affiliate Brands... Monkey Fist Survival Paracord Se…

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All New AFB Vaccine with Dalan Animal Health (S6, E51) 53:24

1M ago53:24

53:24

In this episode, Jeff and Becky delve into the groundbreaking development of the first American Foulbrood (AFB) vaccine for honeybees with Annette Kleiser, co-founder of Dalan Animal Health, and Tim Ferris, a commercial beekeeper based in Pennsylvania and New Zealand. Annette shares her journey from concept to market, highlighting the challenges fa…

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Live form UK Games Expo 2024 54:25

1M ago54:25

54:25

Recorded live at UK Games Expo 2024, the boys talk about the board games that have got their attention from this years show, as well as eclairs, sore losing, and our old mate Ron Dell. Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Games Mentioned Ada's Dream Terminus Horror on the Orient Express SETI Courtisans …

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#22 The 20 Most Common Questions Asked To A Beekeeper 1:19:48

2M ago1:19:48

1:19:48

Send us a Text Message. In this podcast we discuss beekeeping. Rusty and I along with T.J. sit down and cover the 20 most common questions asked to a beekeeper. Bobby's Queenless Video Helpful Rabbitry Product 5-Frame Nuc w/ Marked Queen __________________________________ Bobby Catching a Swarm-Video COMMENTS & QUESTIONS? bobby@therabbitrycenter.co…

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Neil Diboll on Prairie Plants – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – June 3, 2024 28:58

1M ago28:58

28:58

Interest and awareness around native plants has been trending in recent years, and it makes them almost feel new. But of course natives are the original plants of an area—and even in certain specialty corners of the nursery industry they... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: Smoke and Smokers (181) 19:48

2M ago19:48

19:48

In this episode, Jim Tew shares his tried-and-true methods for lighting and using a smoker, essential tools for any beekeeper. He delves into the evolution of his technique; from the fuel he prefers to the simple but effective system he's developed over the years. Jim discusses the convenience and potential drawbacks of using cedar shavings, the im…

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Reverse Doolittle Split - TS's method (117) 15:10

2M ago15:10

15:10

A bee-radio-reader episode with Tina Sebestyen's how to overview of a Reverse Doolittle Split which, spoiler alert, is the same as a Cut-Down Split! But Tina explains it so much better than I have! This episode released last week with detailed show notes for the Patreon supporters. Thank you patrons for keeping this podcast rolling! ---- Please bec…

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Honey Bee Genetics and Behavior with Dr. Christine Grozinger (S6, E50) 49:05

2M ago49:05

49:05

In this enlightening episode, we are joined by Dr. Christina Grozinger, a distinguished researcher from Penn State University, who delves into her extensive work on bee behavior, genetics, and the vital role of nutrition in bee health. As the director of the Center for Pollinator Research, Dr. Grozinger offers invaluable insights into the complexit…

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Episode 123: Liam Gavin from Gavin's Apiaries, Northland, New Zealand 50:44

2M ago50:44

50:44

The Story of Gavin's Apiaries with Liam Gavin In the lush, sub-tropical landscape of Northland, New Zealand, lies a testament to tradition, resilience, and a deep-rooted passion for beekeeping. Gavin's Apiaries, a fourth-generation family business, traces its origins back to 1912 when James John Gavin embarked on a journey that would shape the fami…

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Episode 148 - The UK Games Expo 2024 Preview 1:24:18

2M ago1:24:18

1:24:18

Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content The UK Games Expo will be hitting the Birmingham NEC between Friday 31 May and Sunday 2 Jun 2024 and to say the boy from PHC are excited is an understatement. In this episode we go through the board gam…

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Basil Camu on Supporting Trees – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – May 27, 2024 28:59

2M ago28:59

28:59

Most people call in an arborist when they think it’s time for a tree to be removed—a costly process both financially and environmentally, since trees are critical drivers of diversity. Today’s guest runs a tree-care company and also a tree-focused... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Plain Talk: Irate Bees! (180) 19:27

2M ago19:27

19:27

In this stinging episode, Jim recounts an unexpected encounter with unusually aggressive bees in his apiary. While mowing near his hives, Jim experienced an unprovoked attack from bees that had previously shown no signs of hostility. He delves into potential reasons for this sudden change, exploring factors such as the absence of a nectar flow, vib…

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1st Impressions of Skyrise, Apiary, Innovation, and more! 32:20

2M ago32:20

32:20

Nick shares his first impressions of new-to-him board games he's been playing lately: Through the Desert: Bazaar Expansion - 0:45 Innovation - 6:26 Apiary - 11:13 Wonder Bowling - 14:46 Skyrise - 17:23 London (Second Edition) - 25:22 Great Plains - 27:50 Follow the Kickstarter page for Iliad and Ichor. Thanks for your support!…

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Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives with Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton (S6, E49) 51:03

2M ago51:03

51:03

In this fun episode of our podcast, we're diving deep into the topics of bee health and maximizing honey production with insights from Steve Donohoe and Paul Horton, seasoned beekeepers from the UK. These experts share their pioneering strategies detailed in their new book, Healthy Bees, Heavy Hives, aimed at enhancing hive productivity and bee wel…

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260 - Hornet invasion in the UK (and how they are fighting back) 21:11

2M ago21:11

21:11

The Yellow-Legged Hornet has landed in the US southeast. The hornet is originally from Asia, but is has spread widely into Europe. This week we hear from Maggie Gill, a senior scientist with the National Bee Unit in the UK tells about the innovative methods developed in the UK to track and erradicate these hornets.…

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