Varroa and Tropilaelaps Updates with Dr. Sammy Ramsey (S6, E23)
In this enlightening episode, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Samuel Ramsey for his fifth appearance on the podcast. Renowned for his groundbreaking work on honey bee parasites, 'Dr. Sammy' brings his w...
20 Nov 202349min
European Foulbrood with Dr. Meghan Milbrath (S6, E22)
On today's episode, Jeff and Becky talk with Dr. Meghan Milbrath, assistant professor at Michigan State University. Meghan splits her time between teaching at the MSU veterinary school, extension and ...
13 Nov 202354min
Pesticides and Honey Bees with Dr. Judy Wu-Smart (S6, E21)
In today's episode of Beekeeping Today Podcast, we delve deep into the intricate world of honey bees and the environmental challenges they face. Today, we are honored to chat with Dr. Judy Wu-Smart, w...
6 Nov 202353min
American Honey Producers Assn with Chris Hiatt (S6, E20)
In today's episode, Jeff and Becky chat with Chris Hiatt, the President of the American Honey Producers Association (AHPA). AHPA, with a history dating back to its establishment in 1969, has been a co...
30 Okt 202345min
Bee Conspiracy with Author David Boito (S6, E19)
In pop culture, beekeepers are generally portrayed as quirky side characters. There are exceptions, of course. The movie Ullee's Gold with Peter Fonda, comes to mind, as does The Secret Life of Bees, ...
23 Okt 202334min
Honey Labeling and Native vs. Non-Native with Eugene Makovec (S6, E18)
On today's show, Jeff and Becky welcome back Eugene Makovec, editor of the American Bee Journal! Honey labeling laws vary widely across the US, creating a complex patchwork of regulations that can be ...
16 Okt 202353min
Rooftop Beekeeping with the Bee Buddies in Chicago (S6, E17)
On today's episode, guest cohost Becky Masterman, PhD, joins Jeff to talk with Al Renslow, who lives at a Chicago senior living community, The Admiral at the Lake. Al, a retired schoolteacher turned b...
9 Okt 202339min
Deterring Bears using Electric Fencing with John Rath (S6, E16)
Fall is here. No amount of denial no longer can hide that fact, now. There is lots to do to prep the bees for the coming cold months. You should be well down that task list of colony preparation. In ...
2 Okt 202347min
