Best Backyard Beekeeping Podcasts (2025)

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881: Tom Spellman on Fruit Trees in Extreme Heat - A Tree Chat 49:39

12h ago49:39

49:39

In This Podcast: Greg Peterson from Urban Farm Fruit Tree Program and Tom Spellman, a seasoned nursery expert with Dave Wilson Nursery, discuss the intricacies of managing fruit trees in a changing climate. They provide an educational overview of effective fruit tree planting and maintenance techniques. Key topics include the importance of proper p…

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Episode 150 – The Bee Buzz (25): Spring Feeding, Hive Health, & Q&A 🐝📬 44:13

3d ago44:13

44:13

The Bee Buzz is back! After a long break, we’re reviving this listener-favorite format where we answer your questions directly. From feeding bees in spring, to how much honey is enough to get through winter, to deciding when to add a second brood box—we’re covering a huge range of practical Q&A topics in this special milestone episode. What’s Insid…

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Exploring the Fungal Kingdom with Dr. Gordon Walker | The Beet 55:11

3d ago55:11

55:11

When most people think of fungi, they picture mushrooms—edible, poisonous, or psychedelic. But did you know that all mushrooms are fungi, but not all fungi are mushrooms? In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques dives deep into the mysterious and massive Kingdom of Fungi with Dr. Gordon Walker. From their biological roles to mind-blowing forms,…

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Episode 149 – Feeding Bees: When, What, and How Much 🍯🐝 36:09

7d ago36:09

36:09

Feeding bees is one of the most misunderstood topics in beekeeping. In this episode, we talk about when you should feed, what you should feed (syrup, patties, honey frames, and more), and how much is enough. Whether you're managing packages, nucs, or full colonies, this episode will help you feed with purpose, not just habit. What’s Inside This Epi…

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880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities 43:53

8d ago43:53

43:53

Little Lighthouse Farm's Big Impact In This Podcast: In this heartfelt interview, Rachel Opio shares her journey from a career in HR tech to becoming the founder of Little Lighthouse Farm, an urban farm in Phoenix. She discusses her background in data analytics, her mother's inspiring legacy as an educator and gardener, and how her mother's battle …

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879: Bevin Cohen on Growing Herbs in Every Season. 31:35

11d ago31:35

31:35

Exploring Nature's Herbal Bounty. In This Podcast: Greg welcomes returning guest Bevin Cohen, an award-winning author and owner of Small House Farm, to discuss Bevin's new book, 'Herbs in Every Season.' The conversation delves into Bevin's holistic approach to herbs, focusing on their various uses throughout the year—from medicinal to culinary appl…

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Homegrown Mushrooms with Louis Giller | The Beet 52:39

10d ago52:39

52:39

Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques chats with Louis Giller, a longtime friend of the pod and representative of North Spore, a Maine-based mushroom company. They dig into how you can grow mushrooms at home, from your kitchen counter to a bucket or in your garden beds. They even cover the benefits that mushrooms bring t…

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Episode 148 – Smooth Moves: Relocating Bee Colonies the Right Way 🌸🐝 28:45

10d ago28:45

28:45

In this episode, we talk about the right (and wrong) ways to move bees to a new location. Whether you’re relocating a hive two miles or two hundred, learn how to minimize stress, avoid major bee loss, and keep your colonies thriving. Plus, updates on swarm season and new traps at the property! 🐝 What’s Inside This Episode: How far honey bees can re…

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Episode 147 – Understanding Bee Roles and Behavior 🧠🐝 32:12

14d ago32:12

32:12

In this episode, we dive deep into how honey bee colonies are structured and why understanding bee behavior can make you a calmer, more effective beekeeper. We cover the different castes of bees, what drives their daily decisions, how pheromones regulate everything inside the hive, and tips to work with your bees, not against them. What’s Inside Th…

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878: Matthew Geldin on Building Neighborhood Farms. 31:30

15d ago31:30

31:30

Let's change how far our food travels. In This Podcast: Host Greg Peterson interviews Matthew Geldin, head farmer at Farmscape in Southern California, about creating sustainable neighborhood food systems. Farmscape is the largest urban farming company in California, specializing in food-focused landscaping for various scales including backyard gard…

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Episode 146 – Bees in the News (27): Swarms, Rooftop Honey & Bee Yoga?! 🐝🗞️ 12:23

15d ago12:23

12:23

From pub patio swarms in England to rooftop hives in Chicago—and even yoga sessions with bees—this Bees in the News installment covers the weird, the wonderful, and the just plain “what?” in the world of bees. What’s Inside This Episode: A 3,000-bee swarm descends on a British pub mid-pint Chicago hotel rooftop bees add sweetness to guest stays New…

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Episode 145 – Is My Colony Queenless? How to Tell & What to Do 👑🐝 30:19

18d ago30:19

30:19

So… you open the hive and don’t see any eggs. Panic sets in. Did she die? Did they swarm? Did you crush her?! In this episode, we walk through how to tell whether your colony is actually queenless—and what to do if it is. What’s Inside This Episode: Real reasons your queen might be gone False alarms that trick new beekeepers into requeening too soo…

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Backyard Science with Kevin and Jacques | The Beet 33:47

17d ago33:47

33:47

This episode has been brought to you by Fox Farm, crafting soil and fertilizers since 1984. Supercharge your plants by locating a Fox Farm retailer near you: https://foxfarm.com/find-a-dealer/ Episode Description: Spring has officially sprung, and Jacques and Kevin are enjoying it! In this episode of the Beet Podcast, they get into the nitty-gritty…

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Episode 144 – Requeening Your Colony: A Practical Guide 👑🐝 34:36

20d ago34:36

34:36

Requeening a hive is one of the most important, and sometimes most confusing, tasks beekeepers face. Whether your queen is failing, gone, or just not cutting it, knowing how and when to step in can make or break your colony’s productivity. What’s Inside This Episode: How to tell if your queen is gone (and why no eggs doesn’t always mean queenless) …

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877: Permaculture Principle 'Observation' with Don Titmus 43:25

22d ago43:25

43:25

A Garden Chat with Don Titmus Join Farmer Greg Peterson and Don Titmus, a horticulturist and permaculturist dive into month 2 of their yearlong discussion of the principles of permaculture. They discuss foundational aspects of observation, protracted and thoughtful observation (PATO), and the importance of understanding local environments. They als…

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876: Wicking Garden Beds with Ray Jess 36:25

25d ago36:25

36:25

A Rosie On The House Replay In this episode we explore the concept of wicking bed gardens, hosted by Romey Romero & Farmer Greg, our guest is Ray Jess, a Master Gardener and hard goods manager of the Urban Farm Fruit Tree Program Store. Ray explains his journey from traditional gardening, which he has practiced since childhood in Central California…

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Episode 143 - The Demaree Method: Swarm Control Without Splitting 🐝🔧 20:54

24d ago20:54

20:54

Ever hear beekeepers talk about the "Demaree split" and wonder what it actually is? Spoiler alert: it's not a real split. In this episode, we walk through the Demaree Method of Swarm Control, a smart hive reorganization technique that helps manage swarm urges without creating a new colony. What’s Inside This Episode: What the Demaree Method is (and…

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Plants With Superpowers with David Domoney | The Beet 47:40

25d ago47:40

47:40

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description: Did you know plants can boost your serotonin and dopamine levels? Chartered Horticulturalist and British Plant Profiler David …

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Episode 142 – Swarm Prevention: Keeping Your Bees from Leaving 🏃🐝 26:33

28d ago26:33

26:33

Swarming is a natural part of honey bee biology—but that doesn’t mean it has to happen in your apiary. In this episode, we break down the triggers that lead to swarms and the proactive steps you can take to reduce the risk. From adding supers to splitting strong colonies, we’ll cover what works, what’s optional, and what to avoid. What’s Inside Thi…

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875: Building a Local Seed Economy with Bill McDorman 43:34

29d ago43:34

43:34

A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, the focus is on the importance of building resilient local seed and food economies. They elaborate on the six stages of the food economy — growing, harvesting, distribution, preparation, eating, and disposal — and stress the need for these processes to be circular, emphasizing composting and waste reu…

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874: High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening with Christy Wilhelmi 35:17

1M ago35:17

35:17

The Gardenerd strikes again. In This Podcast: Returning guest Christy Wilhelmi discusses her new book, 'High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening.' Christy, founder of Garden Nerd, shares her expertise on small space, biointensive, and organic gardening techniques that allow her to generate up to 70% of her family's produce from just 300 square feet…

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Square Foot Gardening Secrets with Rick Bickling | The Beet 57:25

1M ago57:25

57:25

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Rick Bickling shares the secrets to building a square foot garden! This efficient, space-…

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Episode 141 – How to Inspect a Hive Like a Pro (Without Overdoing It!) 🔍🐝 29:47

1M ago29:47

29:47

In this episode, we break down the fundamentals of hive inspections—from timing and tools to what to look for and what to leave alone. Whether you’re in your first season or your tenth, this guide will help you inspect your hives with confidence, purpose, and minimal disruption to your bees. What’s Inside This Episode: • Why inspections are critica…

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Episode 140 – Packages and Nucs: What to Expect the First 30 Days 📦🐝 30:27

1M ago30:27

30:27

If you’re about to install bees — or just did — this episode walks you through what to expect during the first 30 days of a new colony. From queen acceptance to feeder strategies and early inspections, we’ll help you avoid common mistakes and start your beekeeping season strong. What’s Inside This Episode: Quick overview of packages vs. nucs Why qu…

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873: Agrihoods with Sarah Rosenberger and Matthew Geldin 44:42

1M ago44:42

44:42

Diving into community design with Agrihoods In This Podcast: We dive into what AgriHoods are and their transformative impact on communities. Hosts Sarah Rosenberger and Matthew Geldin from Farmscape discuss their roles and experiences with AgriHood projects. Sarah explains her background in urban farming and her journey through various community-ba…

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Backyard Beekeeping Podcasts

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Beekeeping For Newbees

Beekeeping For Newbees

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The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson

Urban Farm Team

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Beekeeping Stories on the Apiary Chronicles Podcast

Grazing Grass

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

Epic Gardening

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881: Tom Spellman on Fruit Trees in Extreme Heat - A Tree Chat 49:39

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Episode 150 – The Bee Buzz (25): Spring Feeding, Hive Health, & Q&A 🐝📬 44:13

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Exploring the Fungal Kingdom with Dr. Gordon Walker | The Beet 55:11

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Episode 149 – Feeding Bees: When, What, and How Much 🍯🐝 36:09

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880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities 43:53

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879: Bevin Cohen on Growing Herbs in Every Season. 31:35

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Homegrown Mushrooms with Louis Giller | The Beet 52:39

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Episode 148 – Smooth Moves: Relocating Bee Colonies the Right Way 🌸🐝 28:45

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Episode 147 – Understanding Bee Roles and Behavior 🧠🐝 32:12

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878: Matthew Geldin on Building Neighborhood Farms. 31:30

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Episode 146 – Bees in the News (27): Swarms, Rooftop Honey & Bee Yoga?! 🐝🗞️ 12:23

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Episode 145 – Is My Colony Queenless? How to Tell & What to Do 👑🐝 30:19

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Backyard Science with Kevin and Jacques | The Beet 33:47

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Episode 144 – Requeening Your Colony: A Practical Guide 👑🐝 34:36

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877: Permaculture Principle 'Observation' with Don Titmus 43:25

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876: Wicking Garden Beds with Ray Jess 36:25

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Episode 143 - The Demaree Method: Swarm Control Without Splitting 🐝🔧 20:54

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Plants With Superpowers with David Domoney | The Beet 47:40

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Episode 142 – Swarm Prevention: Keeping Your Bees from Leaving 🏃🐝 26:33

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875: Building a Local Seed Economy with Bill McDorman 43:34

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874: High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening with Christy Wilhelmi 35:17

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Square Foot Gardening Secrets with Rick Bickling | The Beet 57:25

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Episode 141 – How to Inspect a Hive Like a Pro (Without Overdoing It!) 🔍🐝 29:47

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Episode 140 – Packages and Nucs: What to Expect the First 30 Days 📦🐝 30:27

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873: Agrihoods with Sarah Rosenberger and Matthew Geldin 44:42