The podcast for the latest beekeeping news, information and entertainment for today's beekeeper. Hosts Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman bring you conversations with beekeepers, researchers and industry leaders, helping you become a more informed and knowledgeable beekeeper.
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Apiary Podcasts
Short, in-depth, plain talk discussions of all things honey bees, with Dr. Jim Tew and occasional guests.
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This is a podcast about beekeeping. I'll be documenting my journey of starting up a commercial apiary, sharing the lessons I have learned, examining cutting edge research in the bee world, and interviewing other beekeepers. Check out my YouTube channel as well: https://youtube.com/@walkinthewoodsapiaryvlog?si=F0Co9pfXQeuQ3Fmi
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Here we will discuss everything needed for new beekeepers to learn to keep honeybees including: Beekeeping tools, hive components, what to do and when, and every trick of the trade that we can think of. If you are new to beekeeping, this podcast is for you.
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An ongoing conversation of rubbish, and probably beekeeping.
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The Hive Is Alive is a bi-monthly podcast from the media collective, Apiary Digital, highlighting the history, current state, and potential future of digital marketing through statistics and storytelling. In each episode, we will be guided by the resident host through the world of digital marketing using personal stories and points of view (POVs). Stories and POVs are written and presented by top digital marketing experts from Apiary Digital, as well as leading marketing professionals in the ...
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Decision Space is a board game podcast about the decisions in games.
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Apiary Chronicles is the podcast where the world of beekeeping comes alive. Hosted by Cal Hardage, this show explores the personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs of beekeepers from all walks of life. From backyard enthusiasts to commercial apiarists, each episode dives into the unique stories and invaluable insights that make beekeeping both an art and a science. Discover tips on hive management, pollinator health, and honey production while learning about the dedication and passion behi ...
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About the human experience, peoples passions, their purpose, their challenges and obstacles. How do we live in better harmony with ourselves and our environment?
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SILLY BIO: Born in Philadelphia and educated at Emerson College, F. Omar Telan has directed at La Mama ETC; performed at the Dodge Poetry Festival, PS122, the Philippine Embassy; published in a Gathering of the Tribes, Apiary Magazine, 225 Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. SERIOUS BIO: F. Omar Telan attributes his lack of literary success on his slothfulness. With the imagined rejections of thousands of unsent submissions, Omar day dreams of winning many literary awards. Bor ...
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Hello and thank you for stopping by. I am an artist that works within many outlets of expression. I really enjoy chatting with people on the deeper aspects of life and living as heard on Nox Mente and The Obelisk. I also enjoy creating art that is challenging and confronts our collective shadow in ways that may cause discomfort yet ultimately presents one with queries into the nature of reality and this construct we find ourselves within. I hope you find my content stimulating -- lets talk a ...
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A Beekeeping Podcast for the Inquisitive Beekeeper with a Short Attention Span! BeeFarmer, YouTuber (The Norfolk Honey Company, Patreon Host (www.patreon.com/norfolkhoney), Beekeeping mentor to 1000's of beekeepers worldwide via my social media channels, Facebook and Instagram.
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The Rabbitry Center Podcast serves as your primary resource for all things Rabbitry. Hosted by Bobby and co-host Rusty, both proud Michiganders with a year-round passion for hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. Bobby operates a small rabbitry business and an Apiary, offering expert tutorial videos to support your backyard interests. This podcast will primarily focus on rabbit-related topics while also delving into various Homestead activities. We’ll engage with our audience by addressing thei ...
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A podcast about the curious lives of beekeepers and their bees.
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For any of you that know me, I love a good yarn. One the of the best things about my job is getting out and about with local people, sharing the knowledge I have about bees, the environment, produce, gardening and healthy living. And I have lots of experience getting on my soapbox! For years now, I have been a representative at local and international conferences. I have appeared on popular TV and radio programs (including The Project, ABC radio, Network Ten News, and Channel Nine’s reality ...
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We conduct interviews of local business owners and leaders in the business community. We’ll be asking questions about their business. What it is exactly that they do (a chance to plug their product/services). How they got started. Things they’ve learned along the way. Advice they would give to a new entrepreneur and more.
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University of New Hampshire Extension specialists interview seasoned growers in northern New Hampshire who share insights into creating a successful agricultural business.
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Relationships can be challenging. Especially when it comes to merging two lifestyles together from a “ME” to a “WE” with your health habits. Join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Mandy Enright, MS, RDN, RYT and her husband, Taco, as they get real about what it takes to live a healthy lifestyle while in a committed relationship. Hear from other couples as well about their challenges and learnings as they started living together and throughout the relationship. Whether you’re newly engaged, n ...
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Apiary and Positive Player Interaction
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1:03:06Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 228 - Apiary and Positive Player Interaction Jake and Pete do a semi deep dive on Apiary and follow it up with a sort of debate abo…
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[Bonus] Short: Varroa Treatments - ApiLife Var and Apiguard
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17:47In this Varroa Treatment Short, Jeff and Becky are joined once again by Dr. David Peck of BetterBee to discuss two thymol-based mite control options: ApiLife Var and Apiguard . Both products rely on the essential oil thymol, but differ in formulation and delivery. ApiLife Var comes as wafers containing thymol along with eucalyptus oil, menthol, and…
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Episode 167 – The Beltsville Bee Lab Shutdown: What’s Really Going On 🏛️🐝
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23:03News of the USDA Beltsville Bee Lab closing has sparked controversy, but what’s fact and what’s fearmongering? In this episode, we dig into the proposed relocation of the nation’s oldest bee research lab and what it means for diagnostics, research, and beekeepers like you. We also take a hard look at the usual claims about bee declines, climate bla…
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In this episode of Honey Bee Obscura, Jim Tew is joined by Jeff Ott (from Beekeeping Today Podcast) wrestle with the idea of bare bones beekeeping. After a few false starts with recording equipment, the two dive into what it really means to keep bees with minimal effort, tools, and energy—especially as age, time, or physical limits change how one a…
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[Bonus] Short - HiveAlive with Dara Scott: Winter Survival Insights
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18:06In this BTP Short, Jeff and Becky welcome back Dara Scott of HiveAlive to share the results of a recent customer survey on overwintering success during the devastating 2024–25 winter. While national losses reported by Project Apis m averaged around 60%, HiveAlive users reported losses less than half that rate—about 23%. Dara explains how HiveAlive’…
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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 230 - Expanding Root Pete and Brendan bring you the jumbo sized sequel to episode 219. We dig into the decision spaces of all six R…
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Episode 166 – Oxalic Acid and Mite Madness: What’s Changing, What’s Not 🧪🐝
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33:18Oxalic acid has long been a trusted treatment for Varroa mites, but recent label updates are causing confusion about dosage, legality, and safety. In this episode, we talk through what the updated EPA labels for Api-Bioxal and EZ-OX actually say, why generic wood bleach is not a legal alternative, and how much is too much when vaporizing OA. We als…
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In this episode, Jeff and Becky welcome Dave Mullins of Bee Great, based in Churubusco, Indiana. Dave shares how a hobby with his father in 2014 grew into a dynamic beekeeping business now managing 150 hives, a thriving retail store, and a diverse line of honey and bee-inspired products. From flavored honeys and goat milk soaps to international exp…
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In this week's Podcast: With so many Varroa mite treatments out there it can be quite confusing, and not just for the beginner beekeeper. Today I’ll review a few of the other treatments available and hint about the importance of an Integrated Pest Management system for beekeepers that I would rename! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 356 o…
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[Bonus] Short: Varroa Treatments - HopGuard 3
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11:37In this Varroa Treatment Short, Jeff and Becky are joined by Dr. David Peck of BetterBee to discuss HopGuard 3, the latest version of this organically derived mite control option. The conversation covers the product’s evolution from earlier formulations, its active ingredient (hops beta acids), and what makes it safe to use even with honey supers i…
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In this episode of Honey Bee Obscura, Jim Tew recounts an unexpected August swarm that turned a normal day into a beekeeping puzzle. What began as a routine check for a groundhog problem quickly spiraled into a surprise discovery: a swarm squeezed into the narrow space beneath his barn. Jim shares the challenges of coaxing the bees out of an imposs…
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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 229 - Trick-Taking With A Twist Pete and Paul dive deep into the twists behind the modern trick-taking renaissance. How have design…
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Episode 165 – Fall Swarming: Why You Still Need to Watch Closely 🍂🐝
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35:00Fall swarms aren’t just a myth, and in some areas, they’re happening right now. While most beekeepers associate swarming with spring, certain late-season conditions can trigger it all over again. In this episode, we break down what those triggers are, how to recognize the signs, and what to do if your bees get the fall swarm bug. We also clear up t…
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Dave McComb: From One Hive to a Thriving Beekeeping Business (348)
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46:42In this episode, Jeff and Becky welcome Indiana beekeeper Dave McComb to share his journey from inheriting one defensive hive in 2018 to managing over 100 colonies, producing honey, nucs, and queens with remarkable success. Dave explains how he quickly immersed himself in beekeeping education, adopted single-deep hive management, and built an opera…
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Episode 355: Autumn Treatments for Varroa
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20:42In this week's Podcast: The borage has been swathed, somewhat earlier this year than previously, so it’s time to bring home the honey crop and my mind turns to Autumn treatments for Varroa, but which one to choose from, there are so many. Listen in to hear my pick and why. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 355 of my podcast, Beekeeping Sho…
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Exclusive: I AM that I AM with Lalita Karoli
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1:50:01Here we have another incredible chat with Lalita Karoli. This is more than Astrology (as always), however, Lalita takes us into the deep fall as we look at the impending eclipses through the ancient Hellenistic lens. We get into the mythology of what is unfolding and through the celestial dark waters of the Soul, and as the Spirit of triumph shines…
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As summer winds down, Jim Tew sits down with fellow beekeeper Anne Frey to talk through what August reveals about colonies heading into winter. Their conversation explores the signs that point to how well bees are prepared, from brood nest patterns and queen performance to food reserves and mite levels. Anne and Jim discuss how local conditions sha…
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Dr. Lewis Bartlett - The Evolving Challenges Beekeepers Face (347)
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51:33Dr. Lewis Bartlett returns to Beekeeping Today Podcast to share the latest science on honey bee health, pest management, and the evolving challenges beekeepers face worldwide. In this wide-ranging conversation, Lewis dives into how shifting climates, global trade, and emerging pests are reshaping the landscape for beekeeping. He explores the role o…
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#34 Habits to Supercharge Your Rabbitry Success
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40:04Send us a text In this episode of The Rabbitry Center Podcast, we take Stephen R. Covey’s timeless classic The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (first published in 1989, I accidently say 1986 in the podcast intro) and adapt it directly to rabbitry life. Running a rabbitry isn’t just a chores—it’s about mindset, and building healthy relationships…
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In this week's Podcast: Flying in to the UK after my break it was noticeable just how dry the countryside looks, we need some rain. My immediate thoughts were, had wasps destroyed my colonies and was there any honey from our trip to the borage. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 354 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at T…
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Late season swarms can puzzle even experienced beekeepers. In this episode, Jim Tew welcomes Anne Frey of Betterbee to explore why colonies sometimes issue swarms in August—or even September—long after the spring swarming season has passed. Are these “suicidal swarms” driven by genetics, overcrowded brood nests, or something else entirely? Jim and …
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In Episode 27 I go over how to ship mated queens through the mail and give some tips that I've learned. My website: https://walkinthewoodsapiary.com/ Check out my weekly beekeeping vlog: https://www.youtube.com/ @WalkintheWoodsApiaryVlog
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[Bonus] Short: Varroa Treatment Options - Formic Acid
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21:59In this Varroa Treatments short, Jeff Ott and co-host Dr. Becky Masterman welcome Dr. David Peck from Betterbee to discuss formic acid—a powerful tool in the fight against varroa mites. David explains how Formic Pro, the most common formic acid product now available in the U.S., is formulated to safely release vapors that penetrate capped brood cel…
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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 227 - All About Boards Jake and Brendan continue our series on game components with a deep dive on BOARDS! What types of boards exi…
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Give us Liberty with Raymundo Aguadiero
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1:44:16This is a fascinating chat about Private Express Trusts, Sovereignty, Liberty and, what it means to stand in your own Jurisdiction. Ray's website: https://aguadiero.net/ Tips are most welcome: buymeacoffee.com/niish Our website: https://thecosmicsalon.com I want to thank the producers of this show: Meredith Walako (Scheduling, b…
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Episode 164 – Fall Flow and Winter Bees: How Nature Prepares the Colony for the Cold 🐝🍂
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35:42As the summer bees finish their work and the fall flow begins, the colony shifts gears. In this episode, we explore how the biology of the honey bee changes for winter, why the nutritional profile of fall forage is different from spring, and what that means for feeding decisions. We talk about cluster sizes, race-specific overwintering tendencies, …
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John Miller - Swimming with Piranha (346)
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44:35In this week’s episode, Jeff and Becky welcome back fourth-generation commercial beekeeper John Miller for a candid conversation about the challenges—and potential—facing the beekeeping industry today. With his decades of experience and generational insight, John doesn’t hold back on concerns about low honey prices, rising input costs, invasive pes…
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#33 Rabbitry Upgrades, Protein Feeding Tips & Baby Bunny Survival
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45:05Send us a text In this episode of The Rabbitry Center Podcast, we start with simple upgrades you can make to improve your rabbitry, then dive into protein %(skip intro 8:15), then smart scheduling strategies to keep your operation running smoothly, rain or shine. You’ll also learn how to plan ahead for changing weather and, most importantly, proven…
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Archive Replay - Removing Honey with Kim Flottum (243)
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18:49When it comes time to remove honey from your colonies, the job can feel like one of the most physically demanding tasks of the beekeeping season. In this Honey Bee Obscura archive special from September 2022, hosts Kim Flottum and Jim Tew revisit their practical—and often humorous—discussion about getting honey supers off the hives without losing y…
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[Bonus] Short: Dr. Dewey Caron - Mite Management and Bee Learning Breakthroughs
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18:15In this Beekeeping Today Podcast Short, Dr. Dewey Caron returns with his monthly audio postcard—this time focused on August mite management and a remarkable discovery about honey bee learning. Dewey reminds beekeepers that August is a critical month to monitor and treat for varroa mites before their populations explode. He shares updates on new and…
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Exploring Cardboard Worlds: Earthborne Rangers and Vantage with Dan Thurot
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1:10:13Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 226 - Exploring Cardboard Worlds Special guest Dan Thurot of Space Biff joins Pete for a discussion about open worlds games. They g…
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Yellow Jackets with Dr. Richard Zack (345)
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51:16Late summer brings not just honey harvests but also the return of yellow jackets. For many beekeepers, their sudden appearance can spark concern—or outright dread—around the bee yard. In this episode, Jeff and Becky sit down with Dr. Richard Zack, professor of entomology at Washington State University, to unpack the truth about these misunderstood …
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In this week's Podcast: The heatwaves continue and that magical date for taking our bees to the borage pollination has arrived. Listen in to hear how we got on, and how we were surprised by a sudden downpour! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 353 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company Hive Five M…
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[Bonus] Short - Varroa Treatment Options: Oxalic Acid (OAV and Dribble)
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21:23In this installment of the Varroa Treatment Series, Jeff and Becky welcome Dr. David Peck of BetterBee to discuss oxalic acid treatments, one of the most widely used organic options for controlling Varroa mites. The conversation explores both oxalic acid vaporization (OAV) and the dribble method, breaking down how each is applied, safety considerat…
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Plain Talk: Bee Keeping vs Bee Tweaking (242)
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21:36In this reflective episode of Honey Bee Obscura, Jim Tew explores what it really means to call ourselves “beekeepers.” After more than fifty years with bees, Jim questions whether we truly “keep” them—or if we’re simply borrowing space in their world. He draws comparisons to birdhouses, backyard chickens, and monarch butterflies, observing that bee…
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This is a spiraling conversation that is juicy and gratifying. Sasquatch. Cryptids. The Moon. Life in the esoteric. High Strange & Deep Woo. Digital Intelligence. Singularity. Ancient Intelligence. And so much more. Some of Raven's links : https://www.youtube.com/@ravenkeefer3143/videos https://open.spotify.com/show/1hV8W18Op0GNi6SnRQwwUX https://m…
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How do we relate to each other? Why are romantic relationships so difficult and families such a trigger? How we relate is a direct reflection of our internal world, how we learned to attach in early childhood and our patterns of behaviour in our current environment. Book References: Attached (Amir Levine & Rachel Heller) Liberated Love (Kyle McBeth…
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Top Games of the 00's That Are Worth Playing in 2025
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59:36Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 225 - Best Games of the 2000s In a bit of friendly competition, we attempt to draft the best set of games from the first decade of …
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Episode 163 – Bearding, Fanning, and Heat Shields: How Bees Actually Cool the Hive 🔥🐝
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32:49Record-breaking heatwaves aren’t just hard on humans — they challenge your colonies too. In this episode, we talk through ways to support your bees during extreme summer temperatures. You’ll learn how hive ventilation works, what role water plays in cooling the colony, and why some popular summer hacks may do more harm than good. What’s Inside This…
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UK National Honey Show – History, Traditions & Global Impact (344)
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53:05The UK’s National Honey Show is the world’s largest and most prestigious honey show, drawing beekeepers and entries from across the globe. In this episode, Jeff and Becky talk with Bob Mauer, current chairman of the show, about its remarkable 102-year history, its roots at the Crystal Palace, and the traditions that have helped it grow into an inte…
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In this week's Podcast: The UK is set for it’s first heatwave of the year and with it comes the Summer nectar flow with our borage crop looking likely to be a couple of weeks early. The important thing to remember is to take care in the sun and keep well hydrated. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 352 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sw…
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[Bonus] Short - Varroa Treatment Options: Amitraz aka Apivar
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19:52In this BTPS Varroa Treatments short, Jeff and Becky are joined again by Dr. David Peck of Betterbee to explore amitraz—known commercially to most U.S. beekeepers as Apivar. As a synthetic miticide, Apivar has long been a cornerstone of mite control due to its effectiveness, wide temperature range, and bee-friendly properties. But as with many tool…
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Plain Talk: About Honey Bee Feeders (241)
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23:03In this week’s episode of Honey Bee Obscura, Jim Tew takes a thoughtful walk through history, sparked by a humble but enduring piece of equipment found in nearly every beekeeper’s supply box—the Boardman feeder. What begins as a practical look at feeding honey bee colonies becomes a fascinating exploration of beekeeping lore, forgotten innovators, …
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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 224 - Board Game Junk Food The gang gets slightly unhinged this week discussing what is the board game equivalent of trashy TV. Als…
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[Bonus] Short - Honey with Dr. Dewey Caron
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16:17In this Beekeeping Today Podcast Short, Dr. Dewey Caron returns with another insightful “audio postcard,” this time exploring the marvel of honey—its meaning for honey bees, its significance for beekeepers, and its surprising impact on human health. Dewey begins by examining how we define honey, touching on both scientific and regulatory perspectiv…
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