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If falling asleep feels like a mystery you just can't quite solve tonight…Mrs. Honeybee is here for YOU with a mystery that we CAN solve—together!

If falling asleep feels like a mystery you just can't quite solve tonight…Mrs. Honeybee is here for YOU with a mystery that we CAN solve—together!

MOMENT FROM: Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers [EP 2]Hero… there's a reason we don't talk about the Stronghold unless we're already inside it. Behind two steel doors and a vault sealed as tight as can be, there's a part of me I try to keep locked up too—my full strength. You've rarely seen it unleashed. Hardly anyone has. But in this part of Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers…it nearly broke loose.What happens when power meets pressure? When sound itself becomes a force of power?Come with me into the hum of silence, into the heart of the Stronghold, where one slip of a button nearly turned thought into fallout. You'll see why I keep this side of me hidden—and why, Hero, I'm glad you were there to see it.BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE AT EP1: 

Our heroes start preparation for the ball.... in a swamp!Featuring: Joseph as the DMBrice as the Half Orc Barbarian "Brick Hardcastle"Dustin as the Fallen Aasimar Cleric "Erakos"Jess as the Cervitaur Rogue "Val'ri Redmare"Randy as the Half Drow Warlock "Lilisula Ravara"Kevin as the Half Dragon Sorcerer "Revia Redscale"Enjoy!https://linktree.com/lfrogCharacter Art by Steph (twitter.com/StephBraithwait)  and Sam (twitter.com/twinimation)Podcast Art by:  "Mel the Honeybee"  https://linktr.ee/melthehoneybeeTwitter:  https://twitter.com/Joseph_LFrogPatreon:  https://www.patreon.com/legendaryfrog

It has been eight years since a large fire swept through the southern Cape town of Knysna, destroying many homes but also wiping out an estimated 30 million honeybees and devastating their natural foraging areas. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of Gift of the Givers and the non-profit organization called 'Hope for the Honeybees', large quantities of sugar was secured to provide an emergency sugar syrup feed to maintain the surviving bees, and within two years the local honeybee population was able to re-establish itself in the area. Lester Kiewit speaks to Owen Williams of the Knysna Beekeepers Association. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, host Dr. Riley Kirk and guest Dr. Jaap De Roode discuss the fascinating field of zoo pharmacognosy, exploring how animals medicate themselves using natural substances. He shares insights from his research on monarch butterflies and honeybees, highlighting the role of toxic compounds and fungi in animal health. The discussion also touches on the implications for agriculture, the importance of biodiversity, and the potential for learning from animal behaviors in medicine. Dr. De Roode emphasizes the need for more research in this area and the significance of maintaining natural ecosystems for the health of both animals and humans. Key Takeaways Zoo pharmacognosy is the study of how animals medicate themselves. Monarch butterflies use toxic milkweed compounds to combat parasites. Honeybees may use fungi to treat infections in their colonies. Animal medication can be a learned behavior or instinctual response. Diversity in diet is crucial for animal health and resilience. Propolis serves as both a cement and a medicinal substance for bees. Observational studies provide insights into animal medication behaviors. Animals can change their behavior based on their health needs. Research on animal medication can inform agricultural practices. Understanding animal medication can lead to new discoveries in human medicine. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Zoo Pharmacognosy 04:08 Research Focus: Monarch Butterflies and Honeybees 10:58 Defining Animal Medication vs. Self-Medication 14:59 Examples of Animal Medication in Nature 18:20 Chimpanzees and Traditional Healing 24:38 Learning and Sharing Medicinal Knowledge in Animals 26:14 The Fascinating World of Animal Self-Medication 28:53 Agricultural Practices and Animal Health 32:38 The Importance of Choice and Diversity in Animal Diets 33:37 Studying Animal Behavior and Medicating Practices 35:56 Recreational Use of Plants by Animals 40:56 Addressing Animal Anxiety and Depression 43:52 Natural Products in Animal Medicating 46:21 Evolution of Medicating Behaviors in Animals 48:21 Cannabis and Animal Self-Medication 51:31 Researching Fungi and Bees 55:20 Insights from 'Doctors by Nature' Thank you to our sponsor for this episode GAVITA: For over 40 years, Gavita has been the trusted name in horticultural lighting, setting the benchmark for performance, reliability, and innovation. https://gavita.com/category/led-grow-lights/ IG: @gavitanorthamerica  Follow Dr. De Roode's research: https://biology.emory.edu/people/bios/faculty/de-roode-jaap.html Follow Dr. De Roode on IG and LinkedIn IG @jaapderoode LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaap-de-roode-04a6a6237/ Read or listen to Doctors by Nature  https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Nature-Other-Animals-Themselves/dp/069123924X Check out my book Reefer Wellness! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Reefer-Wellness-Understanding-Cannabis-Medicine/dp/0593847156⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Want Exclusive Content? Join the Bioactive Patreon community for as little as $1/month to ask guests your burning questions, access exclusive content, and connect with Dr. Kirk one-on-one.⁠⁠⁠ www.Patreon.com/Cannabichem⁠⁠⁠

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Our heroes discover a way to trap the Aspect of Fire.Featuring:Mark as the DM Joey as the Hedge Monk "Master Quilton"ShortStack as the Luma Bard "Perry J Coop""Bendy as the Mapach Druid "Vim"BoomCow as the Mapach Fighter "Rikki"Enjoy!Humblewood Campaign Setting by Hit Point Press: https://hitpointpress.com/Character art by "Mel the Honeybee": https://linktr.ee/melthehoneybeeMusic credits:The Rhythm of Humblewood. Copyright © (2023) Hit Point Press.Music by Command Creative Studios. HitPointPress.com Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#DND #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPGPodcast: https://anchor.fm/lfrogdndYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/josephblanchetteBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/josephlfrog.bsky.socialturesPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/legendaryfrog

After a long hiatus, we return to the world of Srixhaven!Featuring: Joseph as the DMBrice as the Half Orc Barbarian "Brick Hardcastle"Dustin as the Fallen Aasimar Cleric "Erakos"Jess as the Cervitaur Rogue "Val'ri Redmare"Randy as the Half Drow Warlock "Lilisula Ravara"Kevin as the Half Dragon Sorcerer "Revia Redscale"Enjoy!https://linktree.com/lfrogCharacter Art by Steph (twitter.com/StephBraithwait)  and Sam (twitter.com/twinimation)Podcast Art by:  "Mel the Honeybee"  https://linktr.ee/melthehoneybeeTwitter:  https://twitter.com/Joseph_LFrogPatreon:  https://www.patreon.com/legendaryfrog

On this week's episode of Women Speak — a segment on Northeast Newscast — hosts Northeast News Editor-in-Chief, Julia Williams and former Missouri House Representative for District 19 Ingrid Burnett sat down with Chair of Gender Equity Task Force of Kansas City Human Rights Commission Alice Kitchen to wrap up our series on women who influence policy.This marks the 10th and final episode of the women who influence policy series for Women Speak. Following this episode, this segment will introduce a new series where Burnett and Williams highlight the history of women in their fields.  Throughout this episode, Kitchen delves into the Gender Equity Task Force Commission in Kansas City, how she got involved and how the commission has evolved over the years into what it is today. She discusses policies and resources the Task Force has worked on and is currently working on including hosting an upcoming listening session in October, which will include data collected from the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office on domestic violence prevention. Kitchen also shares important women in her life who have inspired and motivated her along the way. Burnett, Williams share final conversations on happenings in the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. Burnett discusses the Missouri Ethics Commission and its lack of quorum, which has remained since January when former Missouri Gov. Mike Parsons withdrew two appointed Ethics Commission Members. Now Gov. Kehoe has yet to fill those vacancies, but has begun interviews with potential candidates. Kitchen goes on to mention that the Missouri Ethics Commission is not the only commission in Missouri that has vacant seats. This includes various spots in Kansas City to which many people have applied, but appointments have yet to be made. *This episode was recorded on June 24. The Missouri Ethics Commission has six seats, which are appointed by the Missouri Governor. To have a quorum, four of those six seats must be filled. While on June 16, 2025, Governor Mike Kehoe appointed five new members to various boards and commissions throughout Missouri, he has not yet appointed any additional members to the Missouri Ethics Commission.*Music used within this Women Speak episode is a song called “I Wish I Knew You Then” by Kansas City local artist Honeybee and the group's lead female vocalist, Makayla Scott. “I Wish I Knew You Then” is a recent single, which Honeybee released in March 2025.  Honeybee's latest single “Lindenlure,” was released on May 30 and is now available on its streaming platforms. 2025 singles “I Wish I Knew You Then,” “Charmed Life” and “Lindenlure” as well as additional Honeybee tracks are available on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, TIDAL and Youtube Music. *Disclaimer* I Wish I Knew You Then and any previous or future Honeybee songs used by The Northeast News within the Women Speak podcasts are courtesy of and approved by Makayla Scott and Honeybee under proper copyright law. Honeybee songs are not royalty free nor subject to free use and should not be used by additional publications or organizations without proper consent. This podcast as well as all Women Speak episodes are made possible by The Northeast News, Northeast Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Independence Avenue Community Improvement District. 

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(July 01,2025)The Vatican launches American-style campaign to help erase a $58MIL deficit. Dying honeybees are threatening California's economy… can Central Valley lawmakers save them? Amazon is on the cusp of using more robots than humans in its warehouses. Business is booming for Brazil's four-legged pet detectives.

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MOMENT FROM: Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers [EP 6]Psst—Hero…you awake? Good.We're going in.No more watching from a distance. No more playing catch-up. It's time to cross the line—behind enemy lines—and get inside the Knuckler Compound undetected. We've got sleeping villains, a sky-high lab, and silver secrets shimmering in the air.This part of Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers got it all: stealth mode, rope ladders, silver goggles, and a little prank fuel for Mr. Honeybee (don't worry, he deserves it).So gear up, Hero.We're not just sneaking in…we're cracking their code. Let's move. Quietly. But EPICally. BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE AT EP1: 

MOMENT FROM: Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers [EP 6]Psst—Hero…you awake? Good.We're going in.No more watching from a distance. No more playing catch-up. It's time to cross the line—behind enemy lines—and get inside the Knuckler Compound undetected. We've got sleeping villains, a sky-high lab, and silver secrets shimmering in the air.This part of Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers got it all: stealth mode, rope ladders, silver goggles, and a little prank fuel for Mr. Honeybee (don't worry, he deserves it).So gear up, Hero.We're not just sneaking in…we're cracking their code. Let's move. Quietly. But EPICally. BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE AT EP1: 

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(June 30,2025)Senate to begin voting on policy bill, as GOP grasps for support. Survey shows that more people have negative views on tipping. What states are tipping the most and the least? Can Central Valley lawmakers save them? That chatbot may be telling you just what you want to hear.

In this episode of The Other Half podcast, the boys watched two different halves of Diamonds are Forever and are joined once again by the Bond expert HoneyBees!Watch Til You Can't continues with a brand new- wait Sean Connery is back? Oh my god, they are doubling down on the misogyny, gadgets, and cheesy one-liners. Plus Bond goes to Vegas, and as we know from almost every film franchise ever, when a character goes to Vegas it's one of the best movies in the franchise!Don't forget to join our Discord for movie nights and additional podcast discussions!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-other-half/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode of Women Speak — a segment on Northeast Newscast — hosts Northeast News Editor-in-Chief, Julia Williams and former Missouri House Representative for District 19 Ingrid Burnett sat down with Owner of LIA (Life is Amazing) Inspiration and Member of Independence Plaza Neighborhood Council (IPNC) Laura Palacios to continue our series on women who influence policy. Throughout this episode, Palacios discusses her political science background, her activist journey and the steps that have led her to her current work today — particularly in the Historic Northeast. Palacios delves into the various boards she has served on over the past 15 years, including the Missouri Chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus and her experiences as one of the few Latina members among these boards at the time. Burnett, Williams and Palacios discuss happenings within the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson city including a special session request for the legislature from Gov. Mike Kehoe. Within the special session call, three items are proposed for approval including Kansas City Stadium subsidies at Truman Sports Complex, relief aid for Missourians impacted by the storms and capital projects from Missouri House of Representatives Bill 19. These bills are discussed in length as well as a lawsuit, which the Missouri Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) has filed against Missouri Attorney General, Andrew Bailey and the University of Missouri. *This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, May 28. Since its recording, this Special Session — which Burnett, Palacios and Williams discuss in this episode — ended on Wednesday, June 11. The Missouri House of Representatives approved $1.5 billion in funding for Kansas City sports stadiums as well as $125 million to aid areas of St. Louis, which faced severe weather damages, according to an article by the Missouri Independent. All three of these bills were previously approved in the Missouri Senate and made their way to the Governor's desk, which he signed into law on Saturday, June 14.*Music used within this Women Speak episode is a song called “I Wish I Knew You Then” by Kansas City local artist Honeybee and the group's lead female vocalist, Makayla Scott. “I Wish I Knew You Then” is a recent single, which Honeybee released in March 2025.  Honeybee's latest single “Lindenlure,” was released on May 30 and is now available on its streaming platforms. 2025 singles “I Wish I Knew You Then,” “Charmed Life” and “Lindenlure” as well as additional Honeybee tracks are available on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, TIDAL and Youtube Music. *Disclaimer* I Wish I Knew You Then and any previous or future Honeybee songs used by The Northeast News within the Women Speak podcasts are courtesy of and approved by Makayla Scott and Honeybee under proper copyright law. Honeybee songs are not royalty free nor subject to free use and should not be used by additional publications or organizations without proper consent. This podcast as well as all Women Speak episodes are made possible by The Northeast News, Northeast Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Independence Avenue Community Improvement District. 

In this special episode of Beekeeping Today Podcast, we launch our eighth season with a celebration of Pollinator Week and a conversation with Kelly Bills, Executive Director of Pollinator Partnership. Kelly returns to share exciting updates on their growing programs, from the BeeMD diagnostic tool relaunch to the expansion of Bee Friendly Farming and Gardening certifications. She also discusses the Pollinator Steward Certification, a program educating people across professions to become effective stewards of pollinators in their communities. We explore the importance of native plants, new educational tools like Find Your Roots, and proactive efforts to prepare for the potential arrival of Tropilaelaps mites through the Tropi STOP initiative. Plus, Kelly highlights the landmark lighting of Niagara Falls in honor of Pollinator Week and the evolving Pollinator Power Party. This episode is packed with practical ways beekeepers and land managers can get involved in pollinator conservation—from habitat planning and research grants to farmer certifications and community engagement. It's a great start to the season and a meaningful way to mark Pollinator Week 2025. Websites from the episode and others we recommend: Pollinator Partnership: https://pollinator.org The BeeMD: https://idtools.org/thebeemd/ North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC): https://www.pollinator.org/nappc Bee Friendly Farming: https://www.pollinator.org/bff Pollinator Steward Certification: https://www.pollinator.org/psc TropiSTOP: https://www.pollinator.org/tropistop Find Your Roots: https://www.pollinator.org/find-your-roots-tool Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com   Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper.   Thanks to Dalan who is dedicated to providing transformative animal health solutions to support a more sustainable future. Dalan's vaccination against American Foulbrood (AFB) is a game changer. Vaccinated queens protect newly hatched honeybee larvae against AFB using the new Dalan vaccine. Created for queen producers and other beekeepers wanting to produce AFB free queens.  Retailers offering vaccinated queens and packages:  https://dalan.com/order-vaccinated-queens/   More information on the vaccine: https://dalan.com/media-publications/ Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

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Episode #263—Millions of Honeybees are Loose! Here that buzz? Enjoy! Join the guys for another episode of Cross The Line 1524! Recorded with a Live Audience at “The Rusted Nail Speakeasy”! Thank You for listening to Cross The Line1524 Check out our web site at: www.crosstheline1524.com Facebook: Cross The Line 15/24 You Tube: Cross The Line 1524 Email us : podcast@crosstheline1524.com Take a listen to one of America's fastest growing new podcasts! Please take time to leave us a 5 star rating to help us promote our podcast. #yellowstoneBourbon #2shotsonabarrel #batesvilleliquorco #tebbeliquor #bigfoot #sasquatch #franklincountysasquatchsociety #skinwalkerranch #metamoraindiana #eveningstrollinmetamora #honeybees #troutfishing      

MOMENT FROM: Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers [EP 3]Hero… we've got a real problem. Dormere's grain supply is gone, the townspeople are scared, and the Knuckler Compound? It's humming with menace. No one's seen Pinky and Thumb in daylight, but their destruction leaves a blazing trail behind.And now… the town's looking to us for answers. This isn't just recon anymore—it's damage control.In this part of Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers, we go incognito within the crowd to hear uncensored and unsettling stories about who—and what—we're really up against. The more we learn, the higher the stakes get.Play it cool, Hero. But stay sharp.The Knucklers are on the move. And now, so are we.BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE AT EP1: 

MOMENT FROM: Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers [EP 3]Hero… we've got a real problem. Dormere's grain supply is gone, the townspeople are scared, and the Knuckler Compound? It's humming with menace. No one's seen Pinky and Thumb in daylight, but their destruction leaves a blazing trail behind.And now… the town's looking to us for answers. This isn't just recon anymore—it's damage control.In this part of Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers, we go incognito within the crowd to hear uncensored and unsettling stories about who—and what—we're really up against. The more we learn, the higher the stakes get.Play it cool, Hero. But stay sharp.The Knucklers are on the move. And now, so are we.BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE AT EP1: 

MOMENT FROM: Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers [EP 3]Hero… we've got a real problem. Dormere's grain supply is gone, the townspeople are scared, and the Knuckler Compound? It's humming with menace. No one's seen Pinky and Thumb in daylight, but their destruction leaves a blazing trail behind.And now… the town's looking to us for answers. This isn't just recon anymore—it's damage control.In this part of Captain EJ vs. The Knucklers, we go incognito within the crowd to hear uncensored and unsettling stories about who—and what—we're really up against. The more we learn, the higher the stakes get.Play it cool, Hero. But stay sharp.The Knucklers are on the move. And now, so are we.BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE AT EP1: 

On this rainy and unseasonably chilly spring day, Jim Tew heads out to his bee yard with longtime friend and former lab assistant Jason Ferrell. While the original plan was to inspect a package colony, the weather—and some unexpected bee behavior—had other ideas. What began as a routine day in the yard quickly turned into a puzzling observation. Why were a dozen bees congregating on a white hive cover in 51°F drizzle? Their tongues extended, their abdomens pulsating—Jim and Jason speculate: Are they foraging? Are they confused? Is there something special about that surface? It's another one of those small but intriguing mysteries that beekeepers often encounter. The episode also touches on the ebb and flow of spring colony energy, why some hives fly in the rain while others stay dormant, and how Jim experiments with brood transfers to test for queen presence. Sometimes in beekeeping, the biggest lessons come from days when things don't go as planned. Join Jim and Jason for this spontaneous, thought-provoking walk through a quiet bee yard, filled with questions and quiet observations. ______________________ Thanks to Betterbee for sponsoring today's episode. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com ______________________ Honey Bee Obscura is brought to you by Growing Planet Media, LLC, the home of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Music: Heart & Soul by Gyom, All We Know by Midway Music; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; original guitar music by Jeffrey Ott Cartoons by: John Martin (Beezwax Comics) Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

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In this episode, Jeff and Becky sit down with Jim Hartman, the 2024 North Carolina Small Farmer of the Year and a dedicated honey producer. Jim shares his journey from military service and corporate life to becoming a full-time “honey farmer” and entrepreneur. His passion for beekeeping and veteran advocacy shines through as he discusses building a farm business from the ground up—debt-free and focused on sustainable growth. Jim offers practical insights into treating a beekeeping operation as a serious business rather than a hobby. He breaks down essential strategies like proper bookkeeping, the importance of filing a Schedule F, and setting clear business goals. Jim also highlights programs and resources available to veterans and new farmers, including the underutilized Veteran Small Business Enhancement Act and the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA). Whether you have 10 colonies or 200, Jim emphasizes the importance of mindset: stop thinking in terms of hobbyist or sideliner—if you're running your bees to make a profit, you're a farmer. His story and advice offer valuable lessons for any beekeeper looking to strengthen their operation and approach their bees with a business-first mentality. Websites from the episode and others we recommend: Secret Garden Bees (Jim's Website): https://secretgardenbees.com Kutik Queens: https://www.betterbee.com/instructions-and-resources/meet-your-kutik-queen.asp Veterans Small Business Enhancement Act: https://www.sba.gov/document/information-notice-veterans-small-business-enhancement-act-2018-faq USDA Farm Service Agency: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/ USDA Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-raised Fish Program (ELAP): https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/programs/emergency-assistance-livestock-honeybees-farm-raised-fish-elap   Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com   Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper.   Thanks to Dalan who is dedicated to providing transformative animal health solutions to support a more sustainable future. Dalan's vaccination against American Foulbrood (AFB) is a game changer. Vaccinated queens protect newly hatched honeybee larvae against AFB using the new Dalan vaccine. Created for queen producers and other beekeepers wanting to produce AFB free queens.  Retailers offering vaccinated queens and packages:  https://dalan.com/order-vaccinated-queens/   More information on the vaccine: https://dalan.com/media-publications/ Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

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On this week's episode of Women Speak — a segment on Northeast Newscast — hosts Northeast News Editor-in-Chief, Julia Williams and former Missouri House Representative for District 19 Ingrid Burnett sat down with Superintendent of Kansas City Public Schools Jennifer Collier (Ph.D.) to continue our series on women who influence policy. Throughout this episode, Collier discusses what led her to her current role including previous career paths she considered prior to her time with Kansas City Public Schools. She mentions how her background and passion with art and music has influenced public school programs within Kansas City as well as those who have influenced her along the way.Burnett and Williams discuss happenings within the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson city. This episode delves into recent bills passed through Missouri congress, which are focused on education. Of these includes the budget and the Missouri Education Funding Formula or the “Foundation Formula.” Burnett, Williams and Collier discuss this Formula and how it is not only impacting Kansas City public schools but also metro tax payers. Property taxes for senior citizens and its impact on Kansas City Public Schools as well as technology usage in Missouri public schools are also mentioned. Music used within this Women Speak episode is a song called “I Wish I Knew You Then” by Kansas City local artist Honeybee and the group's lead female vocalist, Makayla Scott. “I Wish I Knew You Then” is a recent single, which Honeybee released in March 2025.  Honeybee's latest single “Lindenlure,” was released on May 30 and is now available on its streaming platforms. 2025 singles “I Wish I Knew You Then,” “Charmed Life” and “Lindenlure” as well as additional Honeybee tracks are available on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, TIDAL and Youtube Music. *Disclaimer* I Wish I Knew You Then and any previous or future Honeybee songs used by The Northeast News within the Women Speak podcasts are courtesy of and approved by Makayla Scott and Honeybee under proper copyright law. Honeybee songs are not royalty free nor subject to free use and should not be used by additional publications or organizations without proper consent. This podcast as well as all Women Speak episodes are made possible by The Northeast News, Northeast Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Independence Avenue Community Improvement District. 

In this lively episode, Jeff and Becky welcome back Dr. Jim Tew, host of Honey Bee Obscura and longtime beekeeper, for an unscripted conversation on the quirks, questions, and quiet joys of summer beekeeping. With decades of experience and a healthy dose of humor, Jim reflects on managing colonies during the busy season—when things rarely go to plan. From ants nesting under hive covers to quirky package bee behavior and the eternal struggle of running out of supers, Jim offers practical advice laced with storytelling. He shares his experiences with package installs, queen releases, and how he's dealt with flighty bees that don't seem to settle. Jeff and Becky weigh in with their own seasonal challenges, from sneaking equipment into the garage to dealing with overflowing honey production. The conversation also touches on the ever-expanding nature of beekeeping: how it's easy to go from a few colonies to more than you can manage, and the elusive challenge of knowing when to say “enough.” Along the way, Jim's tales cover everything from pressure washers and wax moths to giving (or not giving) away bees. It's equal parts insight, therapy, and appreciation for the art and absurdities of keeping bees. Whether you're a new beekeeper or an old hand, you'll find something to nod—and laugh—along with in this episode. Websites from the episode and others we recommend: Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com   Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper.   Thanks to Dalan who is dedicated to providing transformative animal health solutions to support a more sustainable future. Dalan's vaccination against American Foulbrood (AFB) is a game changer. Vaccinated queens protect newly hatched honeybee larvae against AFB using the new Dalan vaccine. Created for queen producers and other beekeepers wanting to produce AFB free queens.  Retailers offering vaccinated queens and packages:  https://dalan.com/order-vaccinated-queens/   More information on the vaccine: https://dalan.com/media-publications/ Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Our "excavation exploration" in the Honeybee Neighborhood desert uncovers a buried surprise: a colossal triceratops fossil that hasn't seen daylight in millions of years!

Our "excavation exploration" in the Honeybee Neighborhood desert uncovers a buried surprise: a colossal triceratops fossil that hasn't seen daylight in millions of years!

Our "excavation exploration" in the Honeybee Neighborhood desert uncovers a buried surprise: a colossal triceratops fossil that hasn't seen daylight in millions of years!

Our "excavation exploration" in the Honeybee Neighborhood desert uncovers a buried surprise: a colossal triceratops fossil that hasn't seen daylight in millions of years!

Goodnight moonlight!

Hope Honeybee and Bert Bluejay come upon a tired Mac Monarch as they're collecting nectar. How can they help their new friend?

On this episode, Austin Waters, a friend of mine from high school, describes how he has had lots of experience with many different types of reading and writing. We discuss reading plays, how we read so many good books in high school, and how competition in reading can be detrimental.    Books mentioned in this episode:    What Betsy's reading:  West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge  There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak    Books Highlighted by Austin: Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut  Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie  In Cold Blood by Truman Capote Assata: an Autobiography by Assata Shakur  Everyone's a Aliebn When Ur a Aliebn Too by Jomny Sun There are No Children Here: The Story of Two Boys Growing Up in the Other America by Alex Kotlowitz  Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes  The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien Blue Highways: A Journey into America by William Least Heat-Moon Someone Like You by Roald Dahl My Cousin, My Gastroenterologist by Mark Leyner Never Home Alone: From Microbes to Millipedes, Camel Crickets, and Honeybees, the Natural History of Where We Live by Rob Dunn    All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page.   Other books mentioned in this episode: Educated by Tara Westover  Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson & GB Trudeau  A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole Redwall by Brian Jacques  Great Expectations by Charles Dickens Animal Farm by George Orwell  The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkein The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkein  The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz  Decoded by Jay-Z  The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald  The Banshees of Inisherin by Martin McDonagh  Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri by Martin McDonagh  On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong  The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong  Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders  Yellowface by R.F. Kuang  The Epic of Gilgamesh trans. Andrew George  Nothing to Be Frightened Of by Julian Barnes  The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes  Jesus and John Wayne by Kristin Kobes Du Mez  Let This Radicalize You by Kelly Hayes & Mariame Kaba  Galapagos by Kurt Vonnegut  To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee  The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan  The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver  Hamlet by William Shakespeare  The Tempest by William Shakespeare  Macbeth by William Shakespeare  The Odyssey by Homer  No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman  Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway  The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay by Michael Chabon Manhood for Amateurs by Michael Chabon  Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton  On The Calculation of Volume Book I by Solvej Balle, trans. Barbara J. Haveland  House of Fury by Evelio Rosero, trans. Victor Meadowcroft  On The Clock by Claire Baglin, trans. Jordan Stump

In this week's Podcast: Happy Easter everyone, Spring has sprung and our colonies are developing nicely. Brood nest areas are growing and, if you overfed your colonies in late Winter, you may find they're lacking a little space. Maybe it's time to consider adding another box!Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 343 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereSupport the show

CrowdScience listener Saoirse is vegan and doesn't eat honey. But she's been wondering - might honey actually have environmental benefits, by giving bee populations a boost? To find out, presenter Anand Jagatia dons a bee suit and opens up some hives with biologist Dave Goulson, who reveals that there are over 20,000 bee species on earth – and not all of them need saving. Honeybee researcher Alison Mcafee talks about the importance of beekeeping for crop pollination, and why honeybee colonies around the world are collapsing. Although, as she explains, in some places beekeeping might actually be bad for endangered wild bees. We travel to Kenya to meet Loise Njeru and Lucy King, who show how the humble honeybee can be a powerful tool for conservation – helping to protect the mighty elephant. And, on a rooftop in London, former beekeeper Alison Benjamin explains how we can support the wild bee species that need our help. Producer and presenter: Anand Jagatia Location recording: Sophie Ormiston Series Producer: Ben Motley Production Co-ordinator: Ishmael Soriano

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In this episode of Beekeeping Today Podcast, Jeff and Becky welcome U.S. Representative Jim Himes of Connecticut's 4th Congressional District for a lively and inspiring conversation—not about politics, but about bees. A hobbyist beekeeper with a deep passion for the craft, Jim shares how he got started, the joys of hive management, and why working bees is his favorite antidote to the stress of congressional life. From extracting honey to navigating Varroa mites and splits, Jim discusses his apiary in suburban Connecticut, seasonal nectar flows, and how beekeeping has awakened his awareness of pollinators and bloom cycles. He reflects on the challenges facing bees today—from pesticides to USDA research cutbacks—and shares his perspective on sustainability and agricultural innovation. Listeners will enjoy stories from Jim's own bee yard, including an unforgettable confectioners' sugar mishap involving his wife. He also talks about how sharing honey in Congress creates unexpected moments of camaraderie. Whether you keep one hive or a hundred, this conversation highlights the common ground found in beekeeping—across fences, party lines, and hive boxes. Websites from the episode and others we recommend: Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com   Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper.   Thanks to Dalan who is dedicated to providing transformative animal health solutions to support a more sustainable future. Dalan's vaccination against American Foulbrood (AFB) is a game changer. Vaccinated queens protect newly hatched honeybee larvae against AFB using the new Dalan vaccine. Created for queen producers and other beekeepers wanting to produce AFB free queens.  Retailers offering vaccinated queens and packages:  https://dalan.com/order-vaccinated-queens/   More information on the vaccine: https://dalan.com/media-publications/ Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

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