Podcasts about honeybees

Varroa mites remain the most destructive pest facing honey bees today—but a revolutionary new treatment may finally shift the balance. In this episode, Jeff Ott and Dr. Becky Masterman welcome Adam Pachl, North American Technical Manager for Bee Health at GreenLight Biosciences, to discuss Norroa, the first EPA-approved dsRNA-based treatment for Varroa mites. Norroa introduces a fundamentally new approach: instead of killing mites outright, it prevents them from reproducing. Adam explains how this RNA interference (RNAi) technology works at the molecular level, blocking the mites' ability to lay viable eggs without harming honey bees or other organisms. He also shares insights from years of field research, including trials across five U.S. states that demonstrated dramatic improvements in colony survival and mite suppression. Becky and Jeff explore the implications of this technology for beekeepers of all scales—from hobbyists managing a few hives to large-scale commercial operations—and how Norroa fits into an integrated pest management strategy. The discussion covers everything from timing of application, compatibility with other treatments, and safety testing, to potential future uses of RNAi against pests like Tropilaelaps. For the first time in decades, beekeepers may have a tool that targets Varroa precisely and safely—without collateral damage to the bees they're fighting to protect. Websites from the episode and others we recommend: GreenLight Biosciences. “GreenLight Biosciences Launches Norroa, the First RNA-Based Treatment for Varroa Mites.” 25 Sep 2025. https://www.greenlightbiosciences.com/articles/greenlight-biosciences-launches-norroa-the-first-rna-based-treatment-for-varroa-mites  GreenLight Biosciences. “In the Pipeline: Protecting the Honeybee.” https://www.greenlightbiosciences.com/in-the-pipeline-protecting-the-honeybee  GeneOnline. “EPA Registers Norroa as First RNA-Based Treatment for Varroa Mites Threatening Honeybee Populations.” 25 Sept 2025. https://www.geneonline.com/epa-registers-norroa-as-first-rna-based-treatment-for-varroa-mites-threatening-honeybee-populations  Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com Project Apis m. (PAm): https://www.projectapism.org 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. Give your bees a boost with HiveAlive! Proven to increase bee health, honey yield, and overwinter survival, HiveAlive's unique formula includes seaweed, thyme, and lemongrass, making it easy to feed. Choose from HiveAlive's Fondant Patties, High-Performance Pollen Patties, or EZ Feed Super Syrup—ready-to-use options for busy beekeepers. Buy locally or online. HiveIQ is revolutionizing the way beekeepers manage their colonies with innovative, insulated hive systems designed for maximum colony health and efficiency. Their hives maintain stable temperatures year-round, reduce stress on the bees, and are built to last using durable, lightweight materials. Whether you're managing two hives or two hundred, HiveIQ's smart design helps your bees thrive while saving you time and effort. Learn more at HiveIQ.com. 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 ** As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Calvert Elementary third graders successfully campaigned to make the honeybee Nebraska's state insect, and a bill was signed by the governor in 1975. Auburn Creative District Director Leslie Clark says she invited Willey to continue that theme, inspired by his message of connection to the community.

Calvert Elementary third graders successfully campaigned to make the honeybee Nebraska's state insect, and a bill was signed by the governor in 1975. Auburn Creative District Director Leslie Clark says she invited Willey to continue that theme, inspired by his message of connection to the community.

Honeybees have been dying off at a higher rate in recent years and many believe it's caused by things like climate change and the pesticides farmers use, but Washington Policy Center's Todd Myers, a beekeeper himself, says don't jump to conclusions.

Why Don't Vegans Eat Honey? (Encore of 444) Of all the animal products that vegans don't consume, honey is the one that seems the most confusing. So, why is it that vegans don't consume honey? From Surge Activism #vegan #plantbased #veganpodcast #plantbasedpodcast #plantbasedbriefing #earthlinged #honey #honeybees #pollinators #wildbees #bees #queenbee #beekeeper  ================== Original Post: https://www.surgeactivism.org/ishoneyvegan  ================== Related Episodes: 342: Is Honey BEE BARF? All About Honey! [For Kids!] 13: Why Vegans Don't Consume Honey  ================== Surge is a non-profit, grassroots animal rights organization determined to create a world where compassion towards all non-human animals is the norm. Our philosophy is that change comes through vegan education - with media content and campaigns, as well as educational programmes and investigative work.  Ed Winters (known online as Earthling Ed) is the Co-Founder and Co-Director of Surge.  ================== FOLLOW THE SHOW ON: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@plantbasedbriefing     Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GONW0q2EDJMzqhuwuxdCF?si=2a20c247461d4ad7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-based-briefing/id1562925866 Your podcast app of choice: https://pod.link/1562925866 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plant-based-briefing/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedbriefing/     

Honeybees have been dying off at a higher rate in recent years and many believe it's caused by things like climate change and the pesticides farmers use, but Washington Policy Center's Todd Myers, a beekeeper himself, says don't jump to conclusions.

Quick Summary: The program focused on discussing space architecture developments over the past 18 years, including the impact of reduced launch costs and the current state of lunar mission initiatives. The conversation covered technical details of lunar construction projects, including power requirements, reactor deployment, and the development of construction equipment and materials for moon bases. The discussion concluded with an overview of funding sources, regulatory challenges, and educational programs related to lunar exploration, emphasizing the importance of NASA partnerships and commercial opportunities in space infrastructure development. Joining us in the program were John Jossy, John Hunt, Bill Gowan, Marshall Martin, and Dr. Ajay Kotari.David and Sam discussed the significant changes in space architecture over the past 18 years since he was first a guest on The Space Show. Sam highlighted the reduction in launch costs as a key enabler. Sam explained his focus on using plant material for industrial processes like 3D printing on the moon. The discussion concluded with an overview of upcoming Space Show programs and a reminder about listener-supported fundraising efforts including Substack subscriptions.Sam discussed the significant impact of reduced launch costs on space exploration, highlighting SpaceX's role in this development. He expressed concerns about the U.S. lagging behind China in lunar missions and emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong pace in space leadership. Sam also detailed Astroport's efforts to build moon ports, including the development of a 15-acre testbed in Midland, Texas (west Texas) to simulate lunar conditions for testing construction and engineering techniques. He stressed the need for further research into civil engineering and geotechnics for moon base construction, as well as the importance of cargo complement and autonomous construction technology.We talked quite a bit about landing pads and Sam showed creative videos of their lunar development, construction and land pad plans via Zoom screen sharing. Sam explained that while the Artemis III landing pad is planned for the 2030s, their fusion surface power program might require building the power reactor foundation first, which would involve bringing construction equipment in the first landing. They are developing a brick bot as a technology demonstrator to be launched by 2028, and while they have some interface with Starship, they are not directly working with them. Sam emphasized the importance of standardized containerized cargo for logistics, Our Space Show program team asked about the power requirements for various tasks, noting that NASA mentions 100 kilowatts but questioning if more power would be needed for activities like sintering regolith and building roads.Sam also explained the power requirements for their lunar construction project, noting that while 20 kilowatts is sufficient for brickmaking, more power is needed for other tasks. He described plans to use portable solar power towers to generate energy for rovers and construction equipment, with potential suppliers including Astrobotic and Honeybee. Our guest also emphasized that they would act as general contractors, subcontracting various components to partners like Astrobotic for mobility platforms and other utilities. He concluded by showing an additional video of the construction layout and deployment process for the reactor and associated equipment.We discussed the development of lunar landing pads give I asked him to describe one in detail. Sam said that they would be 100 meters in diameter with a 50-meter target landing area and a 25-meter apron. He described the construction materials, including interlocking bricks that are 50 millimeters thick, and highlighted challenges in creating bricks in a vacuum environment due to outgassing. He also presented their work on material science, including the use of biomass to create 3D-printed tiles and the development of an excavator with interchangeable implements for lunar construction.Our guest explained the system architecture for a brick-making demonstration on the moon, aiming to combine multiple processes into one platform to create bricks in a vacuum by 2028. He described a subscale vibrating compactor being developed and its power requirements. The group discussed the layout for a lunar base, including the need to place a nuclear reactor over a kilometer away from the habitation zone for radiation protection and to prevent blast effects from affecting assets. John Jossy questioned why the initial landing couldn't be closer to the reactor site, but Sam clarified that the initial landing would be automated and not intended for return, with the goal of establishing a permanent outpost. Radiation exposure was a reason and safety measure were being carefully planned and designed into the project.The team discussed the logistics of deploying a nuclear reactor and associated equipment on the moon, focusing on the challenges of cargo capacity and the need to bring multiple pieces of equipment for both the reactor and landing pad construction. They explored options for power transmission, including the possibility of wireless power transmission, and discussed additional radiation protection measures, with Marshall suggesting the use of topology and walls to shield the reactor. Sam mentioned their work on the Lido mission in the Marius Hills area, which includes developing technologies for accessing and utilizing lava tubes, though these are not currently present at the South Pole site being considered.I asked about his sources o funding and if he was already generating revenue. Sam explained that Astroport is funded through NASA contracts and DOD contracts, with revenue generated through R&D, and they are preparing for Phase 3 funding next year. The team discussed reactor options, with John Hunt suggesting a pebble bed reactor, and Sam noted they will follow NASA's chosen provider for the reactor. I inquired about his regulatory issues and challenges for putting equipment on the Moon and developing it much like the development of a large r/e project here on Earth. Sam mentioned regulatory and legal challenges for lunar operations, including the need for state government sanction and licensing, while John Hunt raised concerns about radiation exposure during human landings, which our guest suggested could be addressed by shutting down the reactor temporarily.Sam discussed the progress and challenges of developing lunar infrastructure in collaboration with Orbit Fab, focusing on water supply and fuel processing. He highlighted the need for further research on lunar dust impact on machinery and potential partnerships with humanoid robotic companies.Before concluding, I asked Sam to discuss his nonprofit WEX Foundation for middle school stem programs. I also stated I would like to do a separate Space Show program focused on WEX. Sam shared insights into the WEX Foundation's STEM education program, which aims to engage middle school students in space exploration. Listen to the program which he described in some detail.Our discussion concluded with a conversation about the logistics and funding of lunar missions, with Sam emphasizing the importance of NASA as an anchor customer and the potential for commercial customers in the future.Special thanks to our sponsors:Northrup Grumman, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Helix Space in Luxembourg, Celestis Memorial Spaceflights, Astrox Corporation, Dr. Haym Benaroya of Rutgers University, The Space Settlement Progress Blog by John Jossy, The Atlantis Project, and Artless EntertainmentOur Toll Free Line for Live Broadcasts: 1-866-687-7223 (Not in service at this time)For real time program participation, email Dr. Space at: drspace@thespaceshow.com for instructions and access.The Space Show is a non-profit 501C3 through its parent, One Giant Leap Foundation, Inc. To donate via Pay Pal, use:To donate with Zelle, use the email address: david@onegiantleapfoundation.org.If you prefer donating with a check, please make the check payable to One Giant Leap Foundation and mail to:One Giant Leap Foundation, 11035 Lavender Hill Drive Ste. 160-306 Las Vegas, NV 89135Upcoming Programs:Upcoming ShowsBroadcast 4448 ZOOM Dr. Mike Gruntman | Tuesday 21 Oct 2025 700PM PTGuests: Dr. Mike GruntmanZoom: Mike talks about his new book, “Neil Armstrong at USC and on the Moon”Broadcast 4449: Hotel Mars with Homer Hickam | Wednesday 22 Oct 2025 930AM PTGuests: John Batchelor, Dr. David Livingston, Homer HickamHome Hickam is the Hotel Mars guest this weekBroadcast 4450 ZOOM Phil Swan | Friday 24 Oct 2025 930AM PTGuests: Phil SwanZoom: Phil talks about going to Mars with kinetic energyBroadcast 4451 Zoom OPEN LINES | Saturday 25 Oct 2025 1200PM PTGuests: Dr. David Livingston, The Space Show Zoom Team & Zoom callersZOOM Open Lines discussion Get full access to The Space Show-One Giant Leap Foundation at doctorspace.substack.com/subscribe

A recent study has shown the loss of 62% of managed bee hives across the United States.

A recent study has shown the loss of 62% of managed bee hives across the United States.

Presidential campaign exchanges intensified between the Connolly and Humphreys camps, while in the Dáil the Government short-circuited a no-confidence motion with one of their own.

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Join Melodybee as she narrates a grand princess crossover adventure! When Moana visits Princess Paua in the Kingdom of Ronzio, she challenges Paua to explore beyond the well-worn trails of her beloved forest. With your help, the three of you venture into the true wilderness, discovering hidden wonders, meeting a playful fox, and painting with nature's own colors. But will Paua find her way back—or will the wilderness call her even deeper?

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I caught up with Look Love Beauty Babes Sabrina and Charisse! We talk all things pro cheer/pro dance. My past experience as an NFL Cheerleader with the Panthers' Topcats and my current role as an NBA dancer with the Honeybees. We also get into Taylor Swift and my personal research project on why she's such a big superstar. This episode was so fun! Go check them out here at Look Love BeautyMake sure to follow me on Instagram @theprofessionalcheerleader and on TikTok @thepro.cheerleader.

Honeybees construct their combs in perfect hexagons, the most efficient geometric shape for storing honey with minimal material. Each bee works with astonishing precision, using angles humans can only replicate with advanced tools. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29

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Honeybee populations have been declining for a combination of interacting factors.  There is the parasitic Varroa mite that spreads disease; there is widespread exposure to pesticides; there is diminishing natural forage and nesting habitats as land is developed; and there is climate change.   Researchers at Oxford University looked at the impact of climate change and […]

Jeffrey gives tips for the best urinal etiquette. AI sparks conversations on CGI in movies. Rover is impressed with how they made the show Severance. Does JLR have an update on his Escrow money? Charlie complains about not being able to watch the Guardians game. The CEO of Live Nation says concerts are underpriced. Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is under fire for his reaction during a sideline interview with Aditi Kinkhabwala. Announcer makes a rude comment about the Alabama State dancers the Honeybees. How does the government shutdown effect Rover? Charlie and Jeffrey have matching wounds. When do you call someone a Jr. versus calling someone the second? The FCC is reviewing media ownership limits. Why is Rover going through his finances? After being celebrated for his win against Canelo, Terence Crawford was held at gunpoint during a traffic stop by Omaha police. Are you smarter than Duji? Police in Germany have closed the Oktoberfest grounds due to a bomb threat.

Charlie complains about not being able to watch the Guardians game. The CEO of Live Nation says concerts are underpriced. Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is under fire for his reaction during a sideline interview with Aditi Kinkhabwala. Announcer makes a rude comment about the Alabama State dancers the Honeybees. Caller says he will give JLR $1k if he gets his Escrow back before October 8th.

Charlie complains about not being able to watch the Guardians game. The CEO of Live Nation says concerts are underpriced. Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is under fire for his reaction during a sideline interview with Aditi Kinkhabwala. Announcer makes a rude comment about the Alabama State dancers the Honeybees. Caller says he will give JLR $1k if he gets his Escrow back before October 8th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey gives tips for the best urinal etiquette. AI sparks conversations on CGI in movies. Rover is impressed with how they made the show Severance. Does JLR have an update on his Escrow money? Charlie complains about not being able to watch the Guardians game. The CEO of Live Nation says concerts are underpriced. Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is under fire for his reaction during a sideline interview with Aditi Kinkhabwala. Announcer makes a rude comment about the Alabama State dancers the Honeybees. How does the government shutdown effect Rover? Charlie and Jeffrey have matching wounds. When do you call someone a Jr. versus calling someone the second? The FCC is reviewing media ownership limits. Why is Rover going through his finances? After being celebrated for his win against Canelo, Terence Crawford was held at gunpoint during a traffic stop by Omaha police. Are you smarter than Duji? Police in Germany have closed the Oktoberfest grounds due to a bomb threat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This was a slog....tech issues on the livestream ruined a lot of the plans for this show! Sorry. EZ is working on it! Thanks for the patience.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics*The government is shutdown and EZ is to blame!*Kelly Cheese actually makes a bold, provocative statement that EZ enjoyed.*EZ has to explain to MAGA Pat about how politics talk works on the show.*The Honey Bees get dissed.Sponsors:Impact Power Sports, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, The Mario Flores Lakeshore Team of VanDyk Mortgage, Shoreliners Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterOur Sponsors:* Check out Secret Nature and use my code ZANE for a great deal: https://secretnature.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-eric-zane-show-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

- Turning Point USA returns to campuses- Chris Cuomo calls out AOC- The Missouri Guard is joining ICE in deportation efforts. Bill Eigel gives his thoughts. - A PA announcer gets himself in a sticky situation with his comments about the Honey Bees dance team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textBig news in the HBCU football world — the highly anticipated FAMU vs. Mississippi Valley State game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium has been officially postponed and rescheduled for November 29th. In this week's HBCU Gameday Podcast, Tolly Carr, Vaughn Wilson, and Wilton Jackson break down what went wrong with the event's planning and how fans, players, and promoters are reacting.We also dive into:The fallout from Joe Bullard's comments about Alabama State's Honeybees and the cultural conversation it sparked.Fort Valley State's band suspension and its impact on homecoming.A controversial ejection that may have cost Delaware State a key win.Who's emerging as the front-runners in the SWAC East & West as we march toward the Celebration Bowl.Michael Vick's first-year coaching challenges at Norfolk State.Support the show

We are all familiar with bees. Did you know that honey bee colonies are highly organized, complex, with a rigid caste system, and whose individuals depend on their societal organization to survive? Join Jackie Canterbury as she talks with Colleen Ebken, a beekeeper on Marrowstone Island (WA), about her bee colonies and the wonderful world of bees in general (part 1 of a two-part program). (KPTZ airdate: September 24, 2025) Learn more:East Jefferson Bee ClubCornell Cooperative Extension Pollinator SupportWhy bees are essential to people and planetMeet Our Native BeesWashington Bee AtlasWashington Native Bee SocietyWashington Native Bee Society JournalMystery sound recording: Frederick DunnMusic by Rick Bauer Nature Now is created by a dedicated team of volunteers. If you enjoy this episode and can support the work that goes into making Nature Now, we invite you to go to kptz.org/donate to make a contribution. Thank you for your support!

Are we losing honeybees at crisis levels as some reports would have us believe? Brandon Hopkins, WSU research professor, says the crisis scenario is confusing because overall, bees face challenges in general.

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In this week's Podcast: This week, It's the turn of my workshop to be scrutinised using my Honeybee Integrated Health Management System and my thoughts on why it might not be a good idea to remove dead colonies from your apiary too soon.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 359 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Here are some links to the type of equipment I was discussing in this week's podcast.Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyHive Five Multi Guard EntrancesVMD Website: Click HEREJoin 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 hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site. Support the show

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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 Judy Ancel — labor educator formerly with the University of Missouri Kansas City Institute for Labor Studies, executive producer of The Heartland Labor Forum Radio Show on KKFI 90.1 FM and president of Cross Border network — to continue our series on women in education.Throughout this episode, Ancel delves into how she landed her show on KKFI as well as how she became involved in labor education, which she refers to as her “dream job.” She shares her introduction into activism, which began when she was a junior in high school. Ancel goes on to mention how her passion for activism continued through her years as a student at Stanford University in Stanford, Calif., and eventually led her to her career in labor and labor education in Kansas City. Ancel goes on to discuss what she is most proud of in her journey so far and some people who have inspired her along the way.Williams shares a brief history and statistics of women involved in radio throughout the years and Ancel includes how those numbers are reflected through local radio today. Ancel discusses ways the community can volunteer and get involved with KKFI for those interested. Williams goes on to mention the woman who is considered the first lady of radio including her background — inclusive of Missouri roots — and industry influence. Ancel shares with Williams and Burnett how some of these influences are prevalent in Kansas City's radio and broadcast world today.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. *Disclaimer: Ingrid Burnett is a board member for Historic Northeast Media, Inc*

This episode ofNature Calls, Conversations from the Hudson Valley is a retrospective look at one of the early radio interviews from our precursor show, “Digging in With Master Gardeners”, aired on WGXC, 90.7 FM. Teresa and Jean interviewed Master Beekeeper and Emeritus Master Gardener Volunteer Linda Aydlett. The original was aired as episode 14. Linda Aydlett has been a beekeeper for over a decade, tending from two to thirty hives in various years. She got started at a workshop by the Catskill Mountain Beekeeping Club, studied via books, internet and Youtube videos, and then became a Master Beekeeper through Cornell University. Linda tells us there is a special relationship between bees and their keeper, quoting author Mark Winston : “The world slows down to focus on bees and their world.” There are 20,000 bee species worldwide. Honeybees are the only insect providing food eaten by people. They are most commonly managed by people. There are twenty sub-species and they are now found in all habitable parts of the world, but are not native to North America. Some key details about honey bees include: they forage over an area of several miles they rarely sting because they will die if they do they use their knees to carry the pollen from flower to flower their role in the ecosystem is enormous. One third of our food supply relies on the presence of pollinators. Honeybees can be directly connected to 75% of fruit crops and 53% of seed production. Direct production from honey bees includes honey. It is nectar brought back to the hive and stored at an 18% moisture content. It takes millions of miles of flight and visits to two million flowers to produce 1/12 of a teaspoon of honey. Propolis is a glue produced from the sap of evergreens for maintenance of the hive. It is also valuable to humans for certain antimicrobial properties, and is also used as a wood varnish. Beeswax is excess nectar, and is the infrastructure of a hive. Humans have multiple uses for the wax, including the popular beeswax candles. Even the venom has a use. Although its removal kills the bee, the venom is used to inject “heat” into arthritic joints. Bees are often considered livestock and overseen by departments of agriculture in many states. Nectar is the reward to the bee for transporting pollen from flower to flower. Linda goes on to describe the fascinating details of a forager bee's life. They find the flowers (and are flower “constant” while a particular flower is in season), and collect the nectar. They return to the hive and transfer it to another bee. They also perform a “waggle dance” to transmit information about direction of the nectar source. Linda describes both the dance and how researchers decoded it in 1927. There are three castes of bees, and Linda describes the duties of each in detail, from the queen to the drone to the worker. There is considerable drama to the choice and emergence of new queens. Learn about a substance called royal jelly which is exuded from the foreheads of nurse bees to feed the queen larvae. The larva of worker bees emerge to assume one or more of the duties of a worker bee. There are, in addition to nurse bees, mortuary bees, ventilator bees, guard bees and others. Eventually each of these can be promoted to a forager bee, usually for the last half of their life (eight weeks on average). There are even some bees known as winter bees. They are born in September or October and can survive the winter. They are of necessity less active and their main duty is to keep the hive warm... around 90 degrees F. They can unhinge their wings and then shiver to produce heat, all the while rotating from the inside to the outside of the bee cluster. New egg laying starts in February and March when activities revert to traditional good weather behavior. Ideally, there was enough honey stored in the hive for the population to survive the winter. Bees are fascinating species. Learn more about them in the upcoming Part 2 of this conversation. Hosts: Teresa Golden and Jean Thomas Guest: Linda Aydlett Photo: Linda Aydlett Production Assistance: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski and Jean Thomas

Mystery abounds when a parachuting box crash-lands in the Honeybee Neighborhood, revealing Barry Beaver!

Mystery abounds when a parachuting box crash-lands in the Honeybee Neighborhood, revealing Barry Beaver!

Mystery abounds when a parachuting box crash-lands in the Honeybee Neighborhood, revealing Barry Beaver!

Join Melodybee for an exciting princess story as Princess Paua and Queen Elsa challenge YOU to an archery contest, high atop the Kingdom of Ronzio! With bows in hand and a thrilling race to retrieve your arrows, you'll test your skills, sprint through the forest, and discover the magic of adventure. But when Elsa takes a thorny shortcut, things take an unexpected turn! Will you hit the perfect shot—and claim your place as a master archer? Find out in this action-packed tale of friendship, fun, and a little icy magic! 

Mystery abounds when a parachuting box crash-lands in the Honeybee Neighborhood, revealing Barry Beaver!

A new program offers almond growers free habitat seed to boost monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators essential to California agriculture.

It can be scary to have a dog that goes through a life-threatening reaction to a honeybee sting. Often, these dogs are young and active. Though owners can take preventative measures, it is impossible to guarantee 100% avoidance of these venomous insects. So, what can be done?Trenton Ewing, DVM, DACVD joins the podcast this week to discuss a very effective way to manage these cases. Dr. Ewing practices at Animal Dermatology Clinic in Pasadena, CA and has previously done research on venomous insect testing and desensitization. We discuss a typical history in these patients, how testing is performed and the success rate of long-term desensitization. Enjoy this unique topic on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!00:00 Intro00:25 Venomous Insect Testing with Trenton Edwards01:49 What spiked your interest in venomous testing?05:08 Typical history that a dog presents to Trenton as an initial exam09:27 Testing process14:27 Most common culprits15:40 Desensitizing 20:39 Faster protocols22:29 How long do we do monthly injections?25:10 What do you send them home with and what is the expectation?28:27 Outro

  The last half of 2024 was devastating for U.S. honeybees. Over 60% of…

In this BTP Short, Dr. Dewey Caron shares another of his “audio postcards,” this time exploring the critical role of fat bees—also known as diutinus bees—in helping colonies survive winter. Dewey explains how these long-lived worker bees differ from their summer sisters, with enlarged fat bodies, higher protein reserves, and lower juvenile hormone levels, all tied to the key blood protein vitellogenin. Drawing on published research papers, Dewey highlights how environmental cues such as declining pollen, temperature, and daylight trigger the production of winter bees, and how clustering helps colonies thermoregulate through the cold months. He emphasizes that strong, heavy colonies going into winter are far more likely to survive than weak or light ones. For beekeepers, Dewey stresses the importance of continuous Varroa control throughout the season, fall feeding to ensure sufficient carbohydrate and protein stores, and combining weaker units when necessary. He also discusses drone eviction, stock influences, and climate change modeling that suggests warmer falls may disrupt the balance of winter bee production and survival. This episode provides science-based insights and practical recommendations to help beekeepers communicate with their colonies—ensuring not only fat bees, but fat, well-prepared colonies for overwintering success. Websites and Links mention in the episode: Döke, Mehmet A. M. Frazier, and C.  Grozinger, 2015 “Overwintering honey bees: biology and management,” Current Opinion in Insect Science. Mehmet Ali Döke, Christina M. Grozinger. 2017. Pheromonal control of overwintering physiology and success in honey bees (Apis mellifera, L.) Döke, Mehmet Ali, CM McGrady, M. Otieno, CM Grozinger, M Frazier. 2019. Colony size, rather than geographic origin of stocks, predicts overwintering success in honey bees (Hymenoptera: Apidae) in the Northeastern United States. J. Econ. Entomology 112 (2), 525-533, DOI: 10.1093/jee/toy377 Stephanie Feliciano-Cardona, †Mehmet Ali Döke, Janpierre Ale man,Jose Luis Agosto-Rivera. Christina M. Grozinger and Tugrul Giray 2020. Honey Bees in the Tropics Show Winter Bee-Like Longevity in Response to Seasonal Dearth and Brood Reduction. Front. Ecol. Evol., 8.  https://doi.org/10.3389/fevo.2020.571094 Somerville, Doug (2005) Fat Bees Skinny Bees, A manual on honey bee nutrition for beekeepers., Australia. Available on the Web at https://www.agrifutures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/publications/05-054.pdf   https://rirdc.infoservices.com.au/downloads/05-054 Kirti Rajagopalan, Gloria DeGrandi-Hoffman, Matthew Pruett, Vincent P. Jones, Vanessa Corby-Harris, Julien Pireaud, Robert Curry, Brandon Hopkins & Tobin D. Northfield. 2024. Warmer autumns and winters could reduce honey bee overwintering survival with potential risks for pollination services. Scientific Reports volume 14, Article number: 5410 (2024) For homework Ashley L. St. Clair , Nathanael J. Beach, Adam G. Dolezal. 2022.  Honey bee hive covers reduce food consumption and colony mortality during overwintering. Plos One. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0266219  SBGM videos:  https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgzQcpKmXBhglCpthGSBzvHVLlSfp   Brought to you by Betterbee – your partners in better beekeeping. ______________ 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 Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Have you ever wondered just how big the Honeybee Neighborhood really is?

Have you ever wondered just how big the Honeybee Neighborhood really is?

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday's Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Two-Day a Week 30-Min Dumbbell At-Home Workout Program for Muscle & Fat Loss. (1:54) Exercise and cancer. (16:14) Veganism can be a false religion. (20:47) Lab meat and science worship. (23:43) Advanced technology. (28:18) Gym industry changes. (34:17) Pro bodybuilders are built DIFFERENT. (35:40) Meat sticks that are NOT dry. (43:02) The cognitive benefits of nicotine. (44:39) The health benefits of a filtered shower head. (48:17) Why men should donate blood. (52:00) Do you have a problem with a skunk? (55:33) #Quah question #1 – Tips on how to optimize strength/ lean body mass for weight class athletes who don't have the ability to do a traditional bulk and have to be conscious of scale weight? (1:01:53) #Quah question #2 – How do you know if you have good muscle-building genetics as a woman? (1:06:00) #Quah question #3 – How do you still have fun with a healthy lifestyle? No junk food, can't sleep in or stay up late, no alcohol, no screens. What's there to look forward to? (1:09:08) #Quah question #4 – Does getting a pump equate to muscle growth? (1:13:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout: 15% off your first order! ** Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don't like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Are 7,000 steps a day enough to see health benefits? MP TV – To search exercise demo videos listed in Fit Tip The 30-minute workout that could slash cancer cell growth by 30% Honeybee venom kills aggressive breast cancer cells Post by Sal Di Stefano on X: Lab meat/Science worship UFO talk sparked by mysterious sphere in Mexico - MSN What Is the Average Cost of a Gym Membership? - GoodRx Sal Di Stefano's Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #2660: Dr. Autumn Smith Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Enter MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jeff Nippard (@jeffnippard) Instagram IFBB PRO Johnny Sebastian (@_johnnysebastian) Instagram Don Cardona (@dc.fit1) Instagram Dr. Autumn Smith (@drautumnsmith) Instagram