Pest Control is an actual-play horror tabletop show from AltHaven. Join Keeper Sam R, and players William, Jonas, and Sam D as they get lost in fantastical worlds featuring compelling characters, engaging story, and thrilling twists! Season 1, "Fate", originally ran in 2019 as a livestream on the AltHaven (formerly Queuetimes) main YouTube channel. It uses the Monster of the Week game system. It follows a group of found-family monster Hunters as they set off on a journey across the United St ...
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Dive into the fascinating and often overlooked field of Entomology (the study of Insects)! Bradon, an Undergraduate Entomology Student, talks with Entomologists and other experts from across the globe. He has covered exciting research in pest management, gene editing, disease control, agricultural entomology, and even forensic entomology!
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Listen as Scott Taylor former Pest Control Company Owner / door 2 door salesman REINVENTS his career while he interviews others who have successfully done the same and started an online business. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-taylor5/support
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On this podcast, I will be diving in and talk about all the amazing animals that live on this precious planet named Earth, in which we call "Home". In each episode, I will talk about an animal, and it will go in order according to the Weekly Animal Dedication I do on Instagram (@the.official_wad). Make sure to drop a follow on that page and on my main @will.zookeeps and remember, Cherish Nature and its Beauties. All of my sources will be linked in the descriptions below my videos. Support th ...
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121. Why Mosquitoes are super cool (feat. Dr. Kelly Zimmerman)
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55:28Follow Kelly on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fillsyourniche/?hl=en Find bugs need heroes podcast: https://www.bugsneedheroes.com/ Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to tea…
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120. The Global Entomology Coalition (feat. Jace Porter)
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49:16Check out the global entomology coalition website: https://www.entomologycoalition.org/ In this episode, I chat with Jace Porter, founder of the Global Entomology Coalition. We discuss the organization's mission to bridge the gap between entomological science and the general public through innovative educational programs and field expeditions. Jace…
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119. From Beekeeper to Bee Researcher! (feat. Shelby Memeti)
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45:52Find Shelby here: https://entomology.unl.edu/person/shelby-memeti/ In this episode I speak with Shelby, a master's student at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, about her journey into the world of honeybees and entomology. Shelby shares her childhood fascination with insects, her experiences in beekeeping through the Future Farmers of America (FF…
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118. Urban Entomology Extension (feat. Dr. Jonathan Larson/Arthro-Pod)
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56:43Follow Jonathan on X: https://x.com/bugmanjon Find the Arthro-Pod here: https://arthro-pod.blogspot.com/ In this episode, I got to chat with Dr. Jonathan Larson, a professor at the University of Kentucky and host of the Arthro-pod podcast. We discuss the evolution of entomology podcasts, the importance of science communication, and the role of exte…
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117. Ant Collective Behavior! (feat. Dr. Dajia (Krisa) Ye)
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1:32:46Follow Krisa on X: https://x.com/antharvester In this conversation, Krisa, a post-doc student at Stanford, shares her journey into the fascinating world of ant research. She discusses her early experiences with ants, her academic path, and her research projects that explore the social behaviors and interactions within ant colonies. The conversation…
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Keeper Sam, William, Jonas, and Sam D sit down to talk about Pest Control's second season - their favorite moments, things they wish they could do differently, teasers for next season, and most importantly of all: what their character's little treat would be. We'll see you for Season 3, Scionwood, starting June 1st, 2025! Support the show on Patreo…
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116. When chemistry and entomology collide (feat. Dr. Amie Norton)
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49:03Find Dr. Norton on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amie-norton-b770b534 In this episode, Dr. Amie Norton discusses her journey from a chemistry background to her current role in entomology, focusing on her research in nanotechnology and pesticide development. She shares insights into her work on a biodegradable mosquito pesticide and innovati…
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115. The Life of a Museum Curator! (feat. Christy Bills)
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1:04:26Follow Christy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butterflykissesslc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== In this episode, Christy and I discuss the significance of insect collections in museums, the ethical considerations of collecting specimens, and the role of citizen scientists in entomology. Christy shares her experi…
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114. The world of Soil Mites! (feat. Sofia Gonzalez Salazar)
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1:01:03In this episode, I chat with Sofia Gonzalez Salazar, a PhD student studying soil mites at Arizona State University. The conversation delves into the fascinating world of mites, exploring their classification, diversity, ecological roles, and the importance of soil health. Sofia shares her research journey, highlighting the critical role of soil mit…
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113. Fungus Beetle Sociality! (feat. Clara Stahlmann Roeder)
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1:04:40Find Clara on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clara-stahlmann-roeder-52b754123?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F In this episode I chat with Clara, a PhD student studying the social behavior of forked fungus beetles. The conversation explores the concept of sociality in insects, particularly focusing on non-eusocial species, an…
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112. Insect Visual Ecology and Artificial Light (Feat. Dr. Brett Seymoure)
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1:09:59In this episode, Dr. Brett Seymoure and I discuss the effects of artificial light on insects, exploring the implications of light pollution on insect behavior, ecology, and conservation. He shares insights from his research on how light influences insect attraction and the potential adaptive responses of insects to changing light environments. He s…
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Season finale. Nammi and Jillian try again. (Content warnings: death, abusive family dynamics, loss of limbs, mental manipulation, police violence, gunfire) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/him) Jillian, The Spooky & Kelly Aberdeen, the Crooked - William White (@kwilliamwhite, They/them) Nammi, The Divine - Sam Darr (@mossyauthor…
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111. Children's Books to Pest Research! (Feat. Teresa Aguiar)
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43:46Follow Teresa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresaaguiarcor/ In this episode I chat with Teresa, a graduate student from the University of Saskatchewan, who is researching Lygus insects and their impact on faba beans. Teresa shares her passion for science communication, including her experience writing a children's book about insects. The…
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Norfork unites against an array of threats. But will it be enough? (Content warnings: death, gore, mental manipulation, grief, burning bodies, body horror, police violence, domestic violence) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/him) Jillian, The Spooky & Kelly Aberdeen, the Crooked - William White (@kwilliamwhite, They/them) Nammi, …
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110. Scale Insects! (Feat. There Will Be Bugs Podcast)
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1:30:35Check out Ben's Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2u8pQQEVkUHQj0Cl3robap?si=e3fd3e527f7d422b Host Bradon Coy speaks with Ben Knowlton, a graduate student at the University of Kentucky, about his research on scale insects and the broader field of landscape ecology. They discuss the evolution of landscape ecology from pest management to the…
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109. Livestock-Farming Ants! (Feat. Sam Proctor)
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1:13:24Sam is a graduate researcher at Towson University who is studying the evolutionary relationship between Acropyga ants and the mealybug livestock that they cultivate and protect. Enjoy! oin our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes I…
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The people of Norfork descend into the tunnels, where the Crystal Flower awaits... Kelly rallies the crowd. Nammi makes a confession. Rabbit holds themself together. (Content warnings: gun violence, police, danger to children and pregnant people, death, murder, loss of loved one) LA Fires: Mask Bloc LA - https://linktr.ee/maskblocla Clean Air LA - …
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Thank you all for another wonderful year of Pest Control! See you next year for our last few episodes of season two! If you'd like to support us on Patreon (or get a seven day free trial!) you can find us at patreon.com/PestControlPod Follow us! BlueSky: pestcontrolpod.bsky.social Tumblr: PestControlPod Patreon: PestControlPod Chat with us on Disco…
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Gathered at the high school to help Kelly, Jillian, Nammi, and Rabbit must first face a more pressing problem: Cold Moon. (Content warnings: Police presence, familial abuse and manipulation, light gore, death) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/him) Jillian, The Spooky & Kelly Aberdeen, the Crooked - William White (@kwilliamwhite, …
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Newly reconnected, the crew heads for Wilson-Dillard High to put the final steps of their plan into motion. Jillian deals with the cops. Nammi makes connections. Rabbit tries to hold themself together. (Content warnings: police intimidation and violence) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/him) Jillian, the Spooky - William White (@…
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108. Soon-to-be Cotton Pest Doctor! (Feat. John Schepis)
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The crew make a desperate gamble to reconnect with one another as things in Norfork reach a boiling point. Nammi gets ahead. Rabbit contemplates their next move. Jillian calls in a distraction. (Content warnings: brief description of forced starvation, brief mention of decapitation with sound effects, implied mention of cannibalism, gun violence, p…
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As Nammi and Jillian rush to escape a dangerous situation, Rabbit confronts a mirror of his own. Nammi makes a plea. Jillian makes a deal. Rabbit opens a door. (Content warnings: implied cannibalism, grief, brief mention of fungal infection, brief mention of drug use, brief description of self-surgery, police interaction & gunfire) CHARACTERS Keepe…
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Nammi and Jillian attempt to recover Glymmer from Carmichael's clutches, while Rabbit acts on the Archvampire's orders. Nammi gets back at an old enemy. Jillian puts herself in harm's way. Rabbit takes a meeting that turns personal. (Content warnings: gore, violence, fire, toxic family dynamics, mental manipulation, brief description of asphyxiatio…
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In the wake of Norfork’s protests against the City, Nammi, Rabbit, and Jillian Murphy all try to decide what to do next. Nammi confronts her own feelings. Rabbit acclimates to a new master. Jillian attempts to repair the damage. (Content warnings: blood, gore, brief description of disassociation, brief description of physical assault, torture, cann…
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107. Clever Pest Control Techniques! (feat. Dr. Tyler Wist)
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24:19Check Dr. Tyler out on X: https://twitter.com/tylerwist1?lang=en Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing world of Insects (Entomology). We do th…
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106. Pest control to Butterflies! (feat. Dr. Tom Sappington)
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Norfork 41 - The Time Is Now (Kingdom #3, Pt. 2)
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1:09:04You can always tell the moment before the fangs sink in. Your local coffee shop comes under new management. The deli goes out of business. Your rent keeps going up. You can feel it - heavy, hot, and hungry - breathing down the back of you neck. Then your neighbors start to go, one by one. They give you good reason, but you know the truth. They can …
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105. Cranberries, Pollinators, Ecology, Oh My! (Feat. Stéphanie Gagnon)
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104. Insect Repellent and Human Health (Feat. Mitchell Kirsch)
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20:03Follow Mitchell on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-kirsch-92875a118/ Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing world of Insects (En…
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Norfork 40 - The Work Ahead (Kingdom #3, pt. 1)
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1:17:05The people of Norfork gather in the wake of an unthinkable tragedy. But even amongst the twisted rebar and bloody rubble, time stops for no one and decisions about the town's future must be made. How much are they willing to endure before acquiescing to the City's help? Is the community strong enough to lean on, or will it crumble away beneath them…
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103. Ant Behavioral Structure (Feat. Haolin "Horace" Zeng)
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16:28Follow Horace on X: https://twitter.com/horacezhl?lang=en Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing world of Insects (Entomology). We do this thro…
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102. Informal Teaching (Feat. Gideon Morris)
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Rabbit and Nammi make a pitch to end the threat of the Crystal Flower, while Kelly attempts to quell threats on his own. Kelly takes everything on. Rabbit can’t stop himself from looking. Nammi finds herself on the opposite side of an eerily familiar conversation. (Content Warnings: hospital settings, police, gun violence, mental manipulation) CHAR…
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Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing world of Insects (Entomology). We do this through workshops, classes, courses, resources, and online con…
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100. Waste Up-cycling (Feat. Destiny Mann)
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Now that they know what sits beneath the Divot, the trio attempt to come up with a way to stop the Crystal Flower - before it can fall into the wrong hands. Kelly asks a question he doesn’t want the answer to. Nammi uses her police contacts. Rabbit reconnects with family. (Content Warnings: possession, police, hospital setting, brief description of…
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99. Ant Gut Bacteria (Feat. Christian Cabuslay)
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13:38Learn more about Christian here: https://drexel.edu/pennoni/urep/fellowships/studentprofiles/profiles/Christian%20Cabuslay/ Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the worl…
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98. Insect, Plant, Pathogen Interaction! (Feat. Berenice Romero)
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17:16Learn more about Berenice here: https://research-groups.usask.ca/entomology/people-files/Berenice.php Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing wo…
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The trio get some answers. Kelly asks questions. Nammi sees similarities. Rabbit remembers something startling. (Content Warnings: police) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/him) Kelly, The Crooked - William White (@kwilliamwhite, They/them) Nammi, The Divine - Sam Darr (@mossyauthor, She/They) Rabbit, The Shapechanger - Jonas Newh…
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The police have finally caught up with The Cryptid, but the trio aren’t just going to roll over. As they all search for a way to get Kelly free, the citizens of Norfork dig through the rubble of the Divot, drawing ever closer to what’s buried underneath… Rabbit entertains. Nammi offers a solution. Kelly faces the law, head on. (Content Warnings: po…
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97. Drone Bees aren't useless? (Feat. Izaak Gilchrist)
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96. The Canadian Bug Lab (Feat. Dr. Sean Prager)
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The Divot is in ashes, but the trio need to make some stops before they can reconvene and decide what to do next. It shouldn’t take long, right? Right? Rabbit makes a pitch. Nammi brings some plus one’s. Kelly opens a door there is no closing. (Content Warnings: police, mention of hand wound, ) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/hi…
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Dark smoke fills the sky over Norfork as the trio find their footing in the wake of the events at the Church. Kelly holds his breath. Rabbit visits family. Skidemour finds a home. Nammi is asked for the impossible. (Content Warnings: description of dead bodies, decomposition, grief, memory loss, abusive dynamics, hospital settings, ) Pre-order Glas…
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95. The Mojave Poppy Bee (Feat. Colleen Meidt)
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32:31I speak with Colleen Meidt, who studies a fascinating species of solitary bee called the Mojave Poppy Bee. Follow her on X: https://x.com/c_meidty_bees Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit de…
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Arc #3 finale. The Knight has promised himself and one other to the Hunt, so to keep Skidemour safe the trio must put everything on the line to name a new sacrifice: Butch. Oh my god it worked, it actually worked. What? Why do you have that look? Valentina, what we just did... We're fixing a mistake. All we did was cross out the errors. (Content Wa…
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94. Pitcher Plant-Dwelling Flies! (Feat. Peter Kann)
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Historically, it's hard to argue that something changed the nature of the town of Norfolk more than the Boom. The mine disaster killed an incredibly high proportion of the town's residents, but it also flattened their stories. That is not, of course, the truth of the matter. Their stories still exist. The truth is that the people living in and arou…
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93. Cockroach Physics (Feat. Nicolás Galvez)
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18:00Check out Ant Lab on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AntLab Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Lil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing world of Insects (Entomology). We do this …
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