Podcasts by Two Bees in a Podcast
Two Bees in a Podcast is hosted by members of University of Florida's Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory. Learn about honey bees, beekeepers, researchers, and specialists from around the world in educational, fun, yet practical episodes!
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Episode 154: Addressing Food Insecurity with The Herban Bee from 2023-12-01T17:15:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 1, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Mika Hardison, a beekeeper, educator and founder of The Herban Bee in Jacksonville, ...
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Episode 153: Beekeeping in Brazil from 2023-11-17T16:00
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 17, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Dr. Samir Moura Kadri, a post-doctoral research scholar (currently at the UF Honey ...
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Episode 152: Discovering Bee Data with HiveTracks App from 2023-11-10T16:48:23
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 10, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with James Wilkes, the founder of HiveTracks and a computer science professor at Appalac...
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Episode 151: PAm Bridging Research and Beekeepers from 2023-11-03T14:02:34
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 3, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Danielle Downey, with Project Apis m. on the work that they do and how it helps beek...
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Episode 150: Beekeeping in Thailand from 2023-10-21T23:58:18
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 21, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Guntima Suwannapong, a leader of the honey bee laboratory in the department of biolo...
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Episode 149: Drones Galore! from 2023-10-13T19:20:20
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 13, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Garrett Slater, a post-doctoral researcher, from USDA ARS Honey Bee Breeding Genetic...
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Episode 148: The Cape Honey Bee and Small Hive Beetles from 2023-10-06T13:15
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 6, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Peter Neumann, the Director of the Institute of Bee Health in Switzerland, on the Cap...
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Episode 147: Generational Beekeeping and Queen Breeding with Ted Miksa from 2023-09-29T14:40:18
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 29, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Ted Miksa, a queen breeder with Miksa Honey Farm and Chairman of the Florida Honey...
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Episode 146: Getting to know Hives for Heroes from 2023-08-03T22:51:21
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 3, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Steve Jimenez, a US veteran and founder of beekeeping nonprofit Hives for Heroes from ...
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Episode 145: Bees on the Dance Floor (aka, the Virginia Landscape) from 2023-07-28T14:45
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 28, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Brad Ohlinger, a PhD researcher from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, on honey be...
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Episode 144: Getting Ready for EAS from 2023-07-13T13:00
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 13, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Mary Duane and Lou Naylor, leaders from the Eastern Apicultural Society in Massachusett...
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Episode 143: All About the Commercial Beekeeping, Honey! with Bob Binnie from 2023-07-05T18:29:48
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 5, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Bob Binnie, a commercial beekeeper and owner of Blue Ridge Honey Company from in Lakemon...
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Episode 142: All About Extension, Honey! with Jason Graham from 2023-06-21T15:57:22
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 21, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Jason Graham, a former UF HBREL researcher and Program Director at Planet Bee Foundatio...
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Episode 141: Testing Bee Genes from 2023-06-15T20:48:48
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 15, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Mohamed Alburaki, a researcher from USDA ARS in Beltsville, Maryland, on diversity and ...
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Episode 140: Controlling Pests and Pathogens with Sunflowers from 2023-06-07T13:06:51
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 7, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Evan Palmer-Young, a USDA ARS post-doctoral researcher at the Bee Research Laboratory in...
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Episode 139: All About the Money, Honey! with Sierra Malnove from 2023-05-10T14:00:16
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 10, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Sierra Malnove, a beekeeper and small business owner of Creamed Honey Company from Palm ...
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Episode 138: Guessing Hive Size and Strength with Infrared Technology from 2023-04-19T14:00:55
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 19, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Lauren Goldstein, a graduate student researcher from Michigan State and former UF HBRE...
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Episode 137: All About the Farmers Markets, Honey! with Beth Murphy from 2023-04-12T20:21:02
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 12, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Beth Murphy, a beekeeper and owner of Southern Bees LLC of High Springs, FL, on turni...
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Episode 136: Let's Talk about the Bee Informed Partnership from 2023-04-05T18:14:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 5, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Selina Bruckner, a postdoctoral researcher with Penn State and Nathalie Steinhauer, a ...
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Episode 135: Shipping Queen Cells from 2023-03-29T22:39:39
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 29, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Ellen Topitzhofer, a senior faculty research assistant from the Honey Bee Laboratory ...
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Episode 134: The Many Arts of Beekeeping with Karen Boger from 2023-03-22T17:31:58
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 22, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Karen Boger, a beekeeper from Florida all about her artistic beekeeping hobbies and p...
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Episode 133: All About the Money, Honey! with Melanie Kirby from 2023-03-08T20:57:05
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 8, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Melanie Kirby, an Indigenous American queen breeder and owner of Zia Queenbees from New...
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Episode 132: Student Beekeeping in Thailand from 2023-03-01T20:24:18
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 1st, 2023, Two Bees producer Serra Sowers speaks with Lauren Roberts, a beekeeper and current entomology undergraduate from the Univer...
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Episode 131: Follow-up on Microplastics from 2023-02-22T21:18:02
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 22, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu follow-up with Mica Buteler, a researcher from CONISET National Institute for Science and Tech...
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Episode 130: Controlling Varroa Through Genetic Technology from 2023-02-15T15:30:13
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 15, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Nicky Faber, a PhD candidate from the laboratory of genetics in the department...
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Episode 129: All About the Money, Honey! with Virginia Webb from 2023-02-08T20:28:22
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 8, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with award-winning honey producer Virginia Webb from Clarksville, Georgia on honey shows ...
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Episode 128: Catching up with Two Bees from 2023-01-25T15:30:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on January 25, 2023, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu introduce our new season and talk about trends in the industry expected this year. This episode...
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Bonus Episode: Final Stump the Chump 2022 from 2023-01-18T20:02:16
Happy Wednesday, Beekeepers! This week, we have a Q&A segment from our archive that was never released last year. Jamie and Amy first recorded this episode at the beginning of December and w...
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Happy New Year, Beekeepers! from 2023-01-11T20:27:39
Happy New Year! We've been busy bees over at the American Beekeeping Federation Annual Conference in Jacksonville. Thanks to those who participated in our live Stump the Chump recording and shar...
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Episode 127: Varroa Control Methods in Ontario from 2022-12-14T19:45:24
Episode 127: Varroa Control Methods in Ontario
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 14, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Nuria Morfin...
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Episode 126: December Monthly Management from 2022-12-01T14:28:47
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 1, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu discuss best practices for managing bees in December. This episode concludes with a Q&A seg...
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Episode 125: Overwintering Colonies -- Indoor or Outdoor? from 2022-11-23T15:30:10
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 23, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Rosanna Punko, an Apiculture Inspector for the Bee Health Assurance Team in Alberta...
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Episode 124: Sub-Arctic Beekeeping from 2022-11-16T23:01:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 16, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Etienne Tardiff, a hobbyist beekeeper in Yukon, Canada on sub-Arctic beekeeping. Th...
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Episode 123: Climate Effects on Honey Bee Food Source from 2022-11-09T16:55:45
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 9, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Gabriela Quinlan, an NSF postdoctoral research fellow from the department of entomol...
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Episode 122: November Monthly Management from 2022-11-02T17:12:42
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 2, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak about preparing hives for winter and cold weather in November. This episode concludes wit...
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Episode 121: The Origins of Honey Bees from 2022-10-26T17:17:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 26, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Kathleen Dogantzis, a PhD candidate from the Zayed Lab with the Department of Biolog...
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Episode 120: Finding Pesticide Residue in Nectar and Pollen from 2022-10-19T14:10:35
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 19, 2022, Amy Vu speaks with Dr. Jamie Ellis, a researcher from the UF Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory on finding exposu...
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Episode 119: Moving Honey Bees in U.S. and Territories from 2022-10-12T13:55:16
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 12, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Jose Marcelino, a researcher from the UF Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory...
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Episode 118: How Honey Bees Respond to Viruses from 2022-10-05T17:45:35
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 5, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Mike Simone Finstrom, a researcher microbiologist from USDA-ARS Honey Bee breeding an...
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Episode 117: October Monthly Management from 2022-09-28T14:00:52
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 28, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak all things monthly management. This episode concludes with a Q&A segment. Check out...
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Episode 116: Chemical Testing for Varroa Management from 2022-09-21T14:25:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 21, 2022, Dr. Cameron Jack and Amy Vu speak with Rassol Bahreini, a researcher from Department of Biological Science at the Univer...
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Episode 115: The Growth of Urban Beekeeping from 2022-09-07T21:17:40
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 7, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Joan Casanelles Abella, a researcher from the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, S...
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Episode 114: September Monthly Management from 2022-08-31T14:30:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 31st, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak on all things monthly management. This episode concludes with a Q&A segment. Check o...
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Episode 113: Temperature Changes and Varroa Infestation from 2022-08-24T14:42:17
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 24, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Szymon Smolinski, a researcher from the National Marine Fisheries Research Institute ...
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Episode 112: Effect of Microplastics on Honey Bees from 2022-08-17T14:46:55
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 17, 2022, Dr. Cameron Jack and Amy Vu speak with Mica Buteler, a researcher at CONISET National Institute for Science and Techno...
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Episode 111: Honey Bee Nutrition Using Feed Supplements from 2022-08-03T14:30:35
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 3, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Vincent Ricigliano, a research entomologist with the USDA from Baton Rouge, Louisiana,...
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Episode 110: August Monthly Management from 2022-07-27T14:57
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 27, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu talk all things management for the month of August. This episode is ended with a Q&A segment.
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Episode 109: Accessible Beekeeping from 2022-07-20T14:30:17
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 20, 2022, Dr. Cameron Jack and Amy Vu speak with Justin Ruger, an author and beekeeper with Hippie Chick Apiary from Culpeper, Virginia...
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Episode 108: How Insecticides Impact Colonies from 2022-07-13T14:05:20
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 13, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Dr. William Meikle, a USDA research entomologist at Carl Hayden Bee Research Center in ...
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Episode 107: Effects of Insect Growth Disruptors on Honey Bees from 2022-07-06T14:30:40
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 6, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Dr. Julia Fine, a research entomologist with USDA in Davis, California, about insect gro...
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Episode 106: July Monthly Management from 2022-06-30T12:18:55
On this week's episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 30, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu discuss the best management strategies for July. This episode concludes with a Q&A segm...
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Episode 105: Use of Essential Oils Against Varroa destructor from 2022-06-23T03:11
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 22, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Marian Hýbl & Petr Mraz from the Czech Republic, about using essential oi...
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Episode 104: June Management from 2022-06-08T14:30:41
In this week’s episode of Two Bees in a Podcast released on June 8, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu give tips and best strategies for maintaining your hives in June. This episode concludes...
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Episode 103: Pesticides in Wax and Queen Health from 2022-06-01T14:30:23
On this week's episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 1st, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with David Tarpy and Allison McAffee, a professor of applied ecology at NC State and...
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Episode 102: Cottage Food Laws and Selling Honey from 2022-05-25T14:07:02
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 25, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Jennifer Hagen, Family and Consumer Services Agent from Lee County, Florida, about selli...
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Episode 101: Pollen Treatment Agrochemicals and the Livelihood of Queens from 2022-05-20T13:22:35
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 20, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Reed Johnson, an associate professor and researcher in the department of entomology from...
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Episode 100: Special Edition May Management from 2022-04-27T16:59:53
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 27, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu celebrate our 100th episode with monthly management and a blooper reel! Thanks for joining us for...
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Episode 99: Sideline Beekeeping with Kent Pegorsch from 2022-04-20T14:16:44
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 20, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Kent Pegorsch, a beekeeper with Dancing Bear Honey in Waupaca, Wisconsin, about sideli...
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Episode 98: Nursing Larvae Communication from 2022-04-13T14:21:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 13, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Dr. Bradley Metz, a research assistant in the Department of Applied Ecology at North C...
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Episode 97: Evaluating European and American Foulbrood Diagnostic Methods from 2022-04-06T15:36:39
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 6, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Meghan Milbrath, Assistant Professor of Entomology at Michigan State University, about ...
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Episode 96: April Monthly Management from 2022-03-30T13:41:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 30, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu talk all things monthly management and how to take care of your hives in April. This episode is e...
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Episode 95: The Impacts of COVID-19 on Changes in Beekeeping from 2022-03-23T16:24:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 23, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Miriam Bixby, a post-doctoral bee and economic researcher from Vancouver, Canada, abou...
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Episode 94: The Swiss Beekeeping Concept from 2022-03-16T14:21:37
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 16, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu speak with Dr. Matthieu Guichard, a research scientist with Agroscope Swiss Beekeeping Service an...
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Episode 93: The Architectural Abilities of Honey Bees from 2022-03-02T14:42:07
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 2, 2022, Jamie and Amy speak with Dr. Michael Smith, an Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences from Auburn University and affiliat...
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Episode 92: March Monthly Management from 2022-02-23T15:28:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 23, 2022, Dr. Jamie Ellis and Amy Vu take a deep dive into best practices for hive management throughout the month of March! This e...
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Episode 91: Nutrition and Viral Resilience from 2022-02-16T15:45:02
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 16, 2022, we are joined by Alex Walton, a post doctoral researcher in the department of ecology, evolution, and organismal biology ...
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Episode 90: Tylosin Exposure Impacts on Honey Bees from 2022-02-09T15:29:33
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 9, 2022, Dr. Cameron Jack and Amy Vu are joined by Dr. Eli Powell from the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of T...
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Episode 89: Testing New Compounds Against Varroa from 2022-02-02T15:58:20
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on February 2, 2022, we are joined by Kaylin Kleckner, PhD candidate in the University of Florida Entomology and Nematology Department, to disc...
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Episode 88: Visitation Rates and Colony Stocking Disease from 2022-01-26T15:32:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on January 26, 2022, we are joined by Rachel Mallinger, assistant professor and pollinator ecologist at the University of Florida Entomology an...
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Episode 87: Enzyme Microparticles and Reducing Toxicity in Managed Hives from 2022-01-19T14:45:50
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on January, 19, 2021, we are joined by Scott McArt, assistant professor in the Department of Entomology at Cornell University and James Webb, f...
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Episode 86: Evaluating the Extreme Weather Impacts on Wild Bee Populations from 2022-01-12T16:52:58
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on January 5, 2022, we are joined by Dr. Kelsey Graham, scientist at the USDA Agriculture Resource Service to discuss extreme weather impacts o...
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Special Episode: American Beekeeping Federation Conference & Tradeshow from 2021-12-15T16:41:50
In this special episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 15, 2021, we are joined by Kent Pegorsch, American Beekeeping Federation (ABF) board member to discuss the upcoming 2022 AB...
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Episode 85: Pollen Substitute Patties in Western Honey Bees & How to Collect Propolis from 2021-12-08T18:46:19
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 8th, 2021, we are joined by Emily Noordyke, Online Learning and Content Developer at UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Labor...
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Pollen Substitute Patties in Western Honey Bees & How to Collect Propolis from 2021-12-08T18:46:19
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 8th, 2021, we are joined by Emily Noordyke, Online Learning and Content Developer at UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Labor...
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Honey Bees on the Move; From Pollination to Honey Production and back & How to Collect Pollen from 2021-12-01T16:05:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 1, 2021, we are joined by Jennifer Bond, Deputy Director of Outlook and Staff at USDA Economic Research Service to discuss hon...
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Episode 84: Honey Bees on the Move; From Pollination to Honey Production and back & How to Collect Pollen from 2021-12-01T16:05:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on December 1, 2021, we are joined by Jennifer Bond, Deputy Director of Outlook and Staff at USDA Economic Research Service to discuss hon...
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Honey Bees Being at Risk from Microplastics & How to Process Wax from 2021-11-17T17:00:24
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 17th, 2021?we are joined by Dr. Yahya Alnaggar, Post doc fellow at the Institute of General Biology at Martin Luther University in ...
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Episode 83: Honey Bees Being at Risk from Microplastics & How to Process Wax from 2021-11-17T17:00:24
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 17th, 2021 we are joined by Dr. Yahya Alnaggar, Post doc fellow at the Institute of General Biology at Martin Luther University in ...
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Pristine Impairing Olfactory Associative Learning in Honey Bees and Naturally Florida Podcast & How to Collect Wax ? from 2021-11-10T16:32:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on?November 3, 2021,?we are joined by Nicole DesJardins, Grad Research Assistant at Arizona State University, Lara Milligan, Natural Resource A...
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Episode 82: Pristine Impairing Olfactory Associative Learning in Honey Bees and Naturally Florida Podcast & How to Collect Wax from 2021-11-10T16:32:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 3, 2021, we are joined by Nicole DesJardins, Grad Research Assistant at Arizona State University, Lara Milligan, Natural Resource A...
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Cannabis Sativa & Bee Health & Management of Honey Bee Pests: Mammals from 2021-11-03T15:32:18
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 3rd, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Heather Grab, Senior Lecturer at the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University to d...
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Episode 81: Cannabis Sativa & Bee Health & Management of Honey Bee Pests: Mammals from 2021-11-03T15:32:18
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on November 3rd, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Heather Grab, Senior Lecturer at the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University to d...
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Balanced Diet in Bees & Bottling Honey from 2021-10-27T15:10:53
In this episode Two bees in a Podcast, released on October 27th, 2021, we are joined by Christian Pirk, a Professor in the Department of Zoology and Entomology at the University of Pretoria to d...
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Episode 80: Balanced Diet in Bees & Bottling Honey from 2021-10-27T15:10:53
In this episode Two bees in a Podcast, released on October 27th, 2021, we are joined by Christian Pirk, a Professor in the Department of Zoology and Entomology at the University of Pretoria to d...
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Impacts on Introduced Honey Bees on Australian Bee- Flower Network & Processing Honey from 2021-10-20T15:04:09
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 20th,?2021,?we are joined by?Kit Prendergast, a PhD graduate from Curtin University in Australia to discuss impacts of introduced ho...
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Episode 79: Impacts on Introduced Honey Bees on Australian Bee- Flower Network & Processing Honey from 2021-10-20T15:04:09
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 20th, 2021, we are joined by Kit Prendergast, a PhD graduate from Curtin University in Australia to discuss impacts of introduced ho...
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Evolution of Metarhizium Fungus & Making Honey from 2021-10-13T15:13:54
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 13th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Jennifer Han, an Assistant Research Professor at Washington State University, Dr. Nick Naeger, Rese...
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Episode 78: Evolution of Metarhizium Fungus & Making Honey from 2021-10-13T15:13:54
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 13th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Jennifer Han, an Assistant Research Professor at Washington State University, Dr. Nick Naeger, Rese...
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Cannabis Sativa & Bee Health & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-10-06T14:57:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 6th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Heather Grab, Senior Lecturer at the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University to di...
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Bee Communication During Collective Defense & Harvesting Honey from 2021-10-06T14:57:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 6th, 2021, we are joined by Andrea Lopez-Incera, a Ph.D. student at the institute for theoretical physics, at the University of Inns...
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Episode 77: Bee Communication During Collective Defense & Harvesting Honey from 2021-10-06T14:57:26
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on October 6th, 2021, we are joined by Andrea Lopez-Incera, a Ph.D. student at the institute for theoretical physics, at the University of Inns...
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Toxic Pesticide Use During Almond Bloom & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-09-29T16:49:22
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 29th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Jennie Durant, USDA-NIFA Postdoctoral Fellow at UC Davis, to discuss toxic pesticide use during a...
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Episode 76: Toxic Pesticide Use During Almond Bloom & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-09-29T16:49:22
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 29th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Jennie Durant, USDA-NIFA Postdoctoral Fellow at UC Davis, to discuss toxic pesticide use during a...
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Episode 75: Honey Bee Toxicology & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-09-22T14:12:31
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 22nd, 2021, we are joined by Reed Johnson, Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University, to discuss honey bee toxicology. In t...
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Honey Bee Toxicology & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-09-22T14:12:31
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 22nd, 2021, we are joined by Reed Johnson, Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University, to discuss honey bee toxicology. In t...
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Creating a Standard of Honey Identity in the U.S & Management of Honey Bee Pest from 2021-09-15T16:21:24
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 15th, 2021, we are joined by Doug McGinnis, Former President of Tropical Blossom Honey Company, to discuss creating a standard of ...
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Episode 74: Creating a Standard of Honey Identity in the U.S & Management of Honey Bee Pest from 2021-09-15T16:21:24
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 15th, 2021, we are joined by Doug McGinnis, Former President of Tropical Blossom Honey Company, to discuss creating a standard of ...
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Supporting Bees in Urban Spaces & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-09-08T14:48:28
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 8th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Daniel Potter, Professor in Urban Landscape Entomology at the University of Kentucky, to discuss h...
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Episode 73: Supporting Bees in Urban Spaces & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-09-08T14:48:28
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 8th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Daniel Potter, Professor in Urban Landscape Entomology at the University of Kentucky, to discuss h...
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Guide to Varroa Mite Control & Management of Honey Bees from 2021-09-01T15:33:46
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 1st, 2021, we are joined by George Hansen, a commercial beekeeper based in Oregon and owner of Foothill Honey Company, and Christ ...
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Episode 72: Guide to Varroa Mite Control & Management of Honey Bees from 2021-09-01T15:33:46
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on September 1st, 2021, we are joined by George Hansen, a commercial beekeeper based in Oregon and owner of Foothill Honey Company, and Christ ...
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Impacts of Management Practices on Bee Health & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-08-25T15:07:55
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 25th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Margarita Lopez-Uribe, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist of Entomology in the Department ...
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Episode 71: Impacts of Management Practices on Bee Health & Management of Honey Bee Pests from 2021-08-25T15:07:55
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 25th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Margarita Lopez-Uribe, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist of Entomology in the Department ...
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Impacts of Urbanization on Bees & Mitigating Bee Threat from 2021-08-11T14:33:23
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 11th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Scarlett Howard, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Deakin University in Australia, to discuss the...
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Episode 70: Impacts of Urbanization on Bees & Mitigating Bee Threat from 2021-08-11T14:33:23
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 11th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Scarlett Howard, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Deakin University in Australia, to discuss the...
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Understanding Pesticide Labels & Knowing Your Beekeeping Goals from 2021-08-04T11:43:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 4th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Brett Bultemeier, Extension Assistant Professor in Agronomy at the University of Florida, to discuss ...
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Episode 69: Understanding Pesticide Labels & Knowing Your Beekeeping Goals from 2021-08-04T11:43:29
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on August 4th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Brett Bultemeier, Extension Assistant Professor in Agronomy at the University of Florida, to discuss ...
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Repellency of Some Fungicides to Honey Bees & Sting Management from 2021-07-28T11:13:38
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 28st, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Christelle Guédot, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison...
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Episode 68: Repellency of Some Fungicides to Honey Bees & Sting Management from 2021-07-28T11:13:38
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 28st, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Christelle Guédot, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison...
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Insulating your Hives in Summer & Sting Management from 2021-07-21T15:17:54
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 21st, 2021, we are joined by Derek Mitchell from the Institute of Thermal Fluids in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the Univers...
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Episode 67: Insulating your Hives in Summer & Sting Management from 2021-07-21T15:17:54
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 21st, 2021, we are joined by Derek Mitchell from the Institute of Thermal Fluids in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the Univers...
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European Honey Bees & Sting Management from 2021-07-14T15:57:19
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 14, 2021, we are joined by Ralph Buechler, Director of the Bee Research Institute, to discuss European Honey Bees. In the 5 Minute Mana...
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Episode 66: European Honey Bees & Sting Management from 2021-07-14T15:57:19
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 14, 2021, we are joined by Ralph Buechler, Director of the Bee Research Institute, to discuss European Honey Bees. In the 5 Minute Mana...
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Infectious Disease Biology & Startup Cost from 2021-07-07T15:58:38
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 7th, 2021, we are joined by Lewis Bartlett, a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Georgia Honey Bee Program, to discuss infectiou...
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Episode 65: Infectious Disease Biology & Startup Cost from 2021-07-07T15:58:38
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on July 7th, 2021, we are joined by Lewis Bartlett, a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Georgia Honey Bee Program, to discuss infectiou...
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Heroes to Hives & Basic Swarm Management Techniques from 2021-06-30T11:13:34
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 30th, 2021, we are joined by Adam Ingrao, Veteran's Liaison for Michigan State University Extension and an Agricultural Entomologist, t...
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Episode 64: Heroes to Hives & Basic Swarm Management Techniques from 2021-06-30T11:13:34
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 30th, 2021, we are joined by Adam Ingrao, Veteran's Liaison for Michigan State University Extension and an Agricultural Entomologist, t...
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Drone Contributions Impacting Queen Success & Stimuli that Lead to Swarming from 2021-06-23T11:50:05
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 23rd, 2021, we are joined by Elina Niño from the University of California Davis to discuss drone contributions impacting queen success....
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Episode 63: Drone Contributions Impacting Queen Success & Stimuli that Lead to Swarming from 2021-06-23T11:50:05
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 23rd, 2021, we are joined by Elina Niño from the University of California Davis to discuss drone contributions impacting queen success....
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Honey Bee Waggle Dance & Hive Type Perspectives from 2021-06-16T12:16:56
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 16th, 2021, we are joined by Margaret Couvillon from Virginia Tech to discuss waggle dances and honey bees. In the 5 Minute Management ...
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Episode 62: Honey Bee Waggle Dance & Hive Type Perspectives from 2021-06-16T12:16:56
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 16th, 2021, we are joined by Margaret Couvillon from Virginia Tech to discuss waggle dances and honey bees. In the 5 Minute Management ...
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Beekeeper-Landowner Relations & Installing Packages from 2021-06-09T15:52:36
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 9th, 2021, we are joined by J.K. Yarborough, livestock and natural resources extension agent from Seminole County, to discuss the relat...
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Episode 61: Beekeeper-Landowner Relations & Installing Packages from 2021-06-09T15:52:36
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 9th, 2021, we are joined by J.K. Yarborough, livestock and natural resources extension agent from Seminole County, to discuss the relat...
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Varroa IPM & Acquiring Bees from 2021-06-02T16:05:02
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 2, 2021, we are joined by Kim Skyrm, Massachusetts Chief Apiary Inspector, and Jen Lund, Maine Bee Inspector, to discuss Varro...
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Episode 60: Varroa IPM & Acquiring Bees from 2021-06-02T16:05:02
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on June 2, 2021, we are joined by Kim Skyrm, Massachusetts Chief Apiary Inspector, and Jen Lund, Maine Bee Inspector, to discuss Varro...
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Israeli Acute Paralysis Virus & How to Requeen from 2021-05-26T16:25:05
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 27, 2021, we are joined by Adam Dolezal, Assistant Professor of Entomology from the University of Illinois, to discuss Israeli Acute Par...
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Episode 59: Israeli Acute Paralysis Virus & How to Requeen from 2021-05-26T16:25:05
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 27, 2021, we are joined by Adam Dolezal, Assistant Professor of Entomology from the University of Illinois, to discuss Israeli Acute Par...
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Best Management Practices for Backyard Beekeepers & Why to Requeen Colonies from 2021-05-19T18:15:49
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 20, 2021, we are joined by Kelly Kulhanek, Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Entomology at Washington State University, to dis...
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Episode 58: Best Management Practices for Backyard Beekeepers & Why to Requeen Colonies from 2021-05-19T18:15:49
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 20, 2021, we are joined by Kelly Kulhanek, Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Entomology at Washington State University, to dis...
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Carpenter Bees as Pests & Requeening Using a Nuc from 2021-05-13T12:03:39
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 13, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Bill Kern, Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology & Nematology at the Ft. Lauderdale Res...
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Episode 57: Carpenter Bees as Pests & Requeening Using a Nuc from 2021-05-13T12:03:39
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 13, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Bill Kern, Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology & Nematology at the Ft. Lauderdale Res...
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Buckfast Bees, YouTube, & Hiving a Nuc from 2021-05-06T14:39:20
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 6, 2021, we are joined by Paul Kelley, Staff Apiarist at the University of Guelph in Canada, to discuss Buckfast Bees and educational Yo...
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Episode 56: Buckfast Bees, YouTube, & Hiving a Nuc from 2021-05-06T14:39:20
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on May 6, 2021, we are joined by Paul Kelley, Staff Apiarist at the University of Guelph in Canada, to discuss Buckfast Bees and educational Yo...
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New Ruling on Oxalic Acid and Marking Queens from 2021-04-22T17:49:06
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 22, 2021, we are joined by our very own Dr. Cameron Jack, assistant professor in the UF Entomology and Nematology Department, to discu...
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Episode 55: New Ruling on Oxalic Acid and Marking Queens from 2021-04-22T17:49:06
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 22, 2021, we are joined by our very own Dr. Cameron Jack, assistant professor in the UF Entomology and Nematology Department, to discu...
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The Benefits of Pollen to Bees & Using a Smoker from 2021-04-15T18:15:51
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 15th, 2021, we are joined by Gloria Degrandi-Hoffman, Research Leader at the Carl Hayden Bee Research Center in Tucson, Arizona, to di...
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Episode 54: The Benefits of Pollen to Bees & Using a Smoker from 2021-04-15T18:15:51
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 15th, 2021, we are joined by Gloria Degrandi-Hoffman, Research Leader at the Carl Hayden Bee Research Center in Tucson, Arizona, to di...
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Tropilaelaps Mites & Characteristics of Healthy Honey Bee Colonies from 2021-04-08T16:02:16
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 8th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Sammy Ramsey to discuss the Tropilaelaps mite. In the 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie and Amy discu...
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Episode 53: Tropilaelaps Mites & Characteristics of Healthy Honey Bee Colonies from 2021-04-08T16:02:16
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 8th, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Sammy Ramsey to discuss the Tropilaelaps mite. In the 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie and Amy discu...
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Impact of Land Use on Pollinators & Colony Inspection Techniques from 2021-04-01T15:35:49
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 1st, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Clint Otto from the USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center to discuss the impact of land-use c...
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Episode 52: Impact of Land Use on Pollinators & Colony Inspection Techniques from 2021-04-01T15:35:49
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on April 1st, 2021, we are joined by Dr. Clint Otto from the USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center to discuss the impact of land-use c...
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Beekeeping in Denmark & Picking Apiary Locations from 2021-03-25T15:04:44
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 15th, 2021, we are joined by Flemming?Vejsnæs to discuss beekeeping in Denmark and his role in the Danish Beekeeper’s Association.&nbs...
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Episode 51: Beekeeping in Denmark & Picking Apiary Locations from 2021-03-25T15:04:44
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 15th, 2021, we are joined by Flemming Vejsnæs to discuss beekeeping in Denmark and his role in the Danish Beekeeper’s Association.&nbs...
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Insulating Honey Bee Colonies & Good Neighbor Guidelines from 2021-03-18T14:29:48
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 18th, 2021, we are joined by Bill Hesbach, who will be discussing over-wintering and insulating honey bee colonies. In the 5 Minute Ma...
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Episode 50: Insulating Honey Bee Colonies & Good Neighbor Guidelines from 2021-03-18T14:29:48
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, released on March 18th, 2021, we are joined by Bill Hesbach, who will be discussing over-wintering and insulating honey bee colonies. In the 5 Minute Ma...
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Social Media & Rules and Regulations from 2021-03-11T16:15:36
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Ian Steppler, who discusses his commercial beekeeping and his large social media platform. In the 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie an...
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Episode 49: Social Media & Rules and Regulations from 2021-03-11T16:15:36
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Ian Steppler, who discusses his commercial beekeeping and his large social media platform. In the 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie an...
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Extension & Time Dedication to Beekeeping from 2021-03-04T16:29:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Randall Cass from Iowa State University, who will be discussing his role in extension and outreach, including providing beekeeping info...
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Episode 48: Extension & Time Dedication to Beekeeping from 2021-03-04T16:29:01
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Randall Cass from Iowa State University, who will be discussing his role in extension and outreach, including providing beekeeping info...
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Episode 47:?Madeleine Beekman & Benefits of Starting Colonies with a Nuc from 2021-02-25T17:30:52
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Madeleine Beekman from the University of Sydney, who will be discussing Cape honey bees and worker policing. In the 5 Minute Manage...
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Cape Honey Bees & Benefits of Starting Colonies with a Nuc from 2021-02-25T16:30:52
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Madeleine Beekman from the University of Sydney, who will be discussing Cape honey bees and worker policing. In the 5 Minute Manage...
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Episode 47: Cape Honey Bees & Benefits of Starting Colonies with a Nuc from 2021-02-25T16:30:52
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Madeleine Beekman from the University of Sydney, who will be discussing Cape honey bees and worker policing. In the 5 Minute Manage...
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Kim Flottum & Starting Colonies with Packages of Bees from 2021-02-18T16:29:35
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Kim Flottum, the former Editor of Bee Culture magazine, who continuously gets information out about bees through numerous podcasts and ...
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Episode 46: Kim Flottum & Starting Colonies with Packages of Bees from 2021-02-18T16:29:35
In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, we are joined by Kim Flottum, the former Editor of Bee Culture magazine, who continuously gets information out about bees through numerous podcasts and ...
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Suppressed in Ovo Virus Infection & Necessary Beekeeping Equipment for Beginners from 2021-02-11T15:17:23
In this week’s episode, we are joined by Professor Dirk de Graaf from Ghent University, who discusses suppressed in ovo virus infection (SOV). In our 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie and Amy w...
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Episode 45: Suppressed in Ovo Virus Infection & Necessary Beekeeping Equipment for Beginners from 2021-02-11T15:17:23
In this week’s episode, we are joined by Professor Dirk de Graaf from Ghent University, who discusses suppressed in ovo virus infection (SOV). In our 5 Minute Management segment, Jamie and Amy w...
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Episode 44: Local Honey Bees in the UK & Foundation Type Pros & Cons from 2021-02-04T20:11:02
In today’s episode, we are joined by Norman Carreck, a beekeeper from the UK and Carreck Consultancy, who discusses local honey bees and adaptation. This is followed by our 5 Minute Manag...
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Local Honey Bees in the UK & Foundation Type Pros & Cons from 2021-02-04T20:11:02
In today’s episode, we are joined by Norman Carreck, a beekeeper from the UK and Carreck Consultancy, who discusses local honey bees and adaptation. This is followed by our 5 Minute Manag...
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Episode 43: Temperature Stress on Queen Quality and Types of Foundation from 2021-01-28T18:26:06
In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Alison McAfee from NC State University, who discusses the impact of temperature stress on queen honey bee quality. This is followed by our 5 Minut...
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Temperature Stress on Queen Quality and Types of Foundation from 2021-01-28T18:26:06
In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Alison McAfee from NC State University, who discusses the impact of temperature stress on queen honey bee quality. This is followed by our 5 Minut...
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Episode 42: Introducing a New Format & Discussing Pesticides from 2021-01-21T19:31:16
Join us for another season of Two Bees in a Podcast! We are excited to announce our slightly revised format, featuring a new segment called “5 Minute Management.” Each week, Amy will set a timer...
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Introducing a New Format & Discussing Pesticides from 2021-01-21T19:31:16
Join us for another season of Two Bees in a Podcast! We are excited to announce our slightly revised format, featuring a new segment called “5 Minute Management.” Each week, Amy will set a timer...
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Episode 41: Honey Bee Pheromones and How to Provide Extension Program Feedback from 2020-11-20T00:12:02
In this episode, Amy and Jamie will dedicate an entire segment to how you, our listeners, can help us improve this podcast; but first, we will be joined by Dr. Victoria Soroker who will be discu...
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Honey Bee Pheromones and How to Provide Extension Program Feedback from 2020-11-20T00:12:02
In this episode, Amy and Jamie will dedicate an entire segment to how you, our listeners, can help us improve this podcast; but first, we will be joined by Dr. Victoria Soroker who will be discu...
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Episode 40: Pesticide Applicator Training & Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungal Pathogens from 2020-11-12T17:19:27
In today’s episode we will be interviewing Dr. Andony Melathopoulos from Oregon State University who will discuss pesticide applicator training. We will follow that with a segment where Amy and ...
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Pesticide Applicator Training & Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungal Pathogens from 2020-11-12T17:19:27
In today’s episode we will be interviewing Dr. Andony Melathopoulos from Oregon State University who will discuss pesticide applicator training. We will follow that with a segment where Amy and ...
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Episode 39: USDA Honey Bee Lab in Baton Rouge & World Honey Bee Health from 2020-11-05T17:49:10
In this episode we will be interviewing Dr. Mike Simone-Finstrom, acting research leader at the USDA honey bee breeding, genetics, and physiology lab in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We will follow th...
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USDA Honey Bee Lab in Baton Rouge & World Honey Bee Health from 2020-11-05T17:49:10
In this episode we will be interviewing Dr. Mike Simone-Finstrom, acting research leader at the USDA honey bee breeding, genetics, and physiology lab in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We will follow th...
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Episode 38: Hives on Public Land and How Honey Bees Choose New Sites from 2020-10-29T20:37:55
In this episode, we are joined by Eric Silva, a consultant for the American Honey Producers Association who will be talking about keeping honey bee colonies on public land. Then, we will intervi...
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Hives on Public Land and How Honey Bees Choose New Sites from 2020-10-29T20:37:55
In this episode, we are joined by Eric Silva, a consultant for the American Honey Producers Association who will be talking about keeping honey bee colonies on public land. Then, we will intervi...
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Episode 37: History of the Honey Industry & Arthropod Invaders from 2020-10-22T16:20:12
In this episode, we are joined by Doug McGinnis, former owner of Tropical Blossom Honey, who is an expert on the history of the honey industry and importing and exporting honey. Then, Amy will i...
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History of the Honey Industry & Arthropod Invaders from 2020-10-22T16:20:12
In this episode, we are joined by Doug McGinnis, former owner of Tropical Blossom Honey, who is an expert on the history of the honey industry and importing and exporting honey. Then, Amy will i...
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Episode 36: Drone Congregation Areas & Queen Bee Production in Europe from 2020-10-15T17:33:48
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ashley Mortenson from Plant and Food Research in New Zealand, who will be talking about drone congregation areas. Then we will interview Dr. Raffaele Dall’O...
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Drone Congregation Areas & Queen Bee Production in Europe from 2020-10-15T17:33:48
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ashley Mortenson from Plant and Food Research in New Zealand, who will be talking about drone congregation areas. Then we will interview Dr. Raffaele Dall’O...
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Episode 35: Natural Varroa-Resistant Honey Bees and Small Hive Beetles from 2020-10-08T16:38:47
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Steve Martin, a professor from the University of Salford in the United Kingdom, who will be discussing his research on natural varroa-resistant honey bees. ...
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Natural Varroa-Resistant Honey Bees and Small Hive Beetles from 2020-10-08T16:38:47
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Steve Martin, a professor from the University of Salford in the United Kingdom, who will be discussing his research on natural varroa-resistant honey bees. ...
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Episode 34: Drone Congregation Areas & Nosema from 2020-10-01T16:34:23
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ben Oldroyd, a professor from the University of Sydney in Australia, who will be discussing his new research on the use of drones at drone congregation area...
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Drone Congregation Areas & Nosema from 2020-10-01T16:34:23
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ben Oldroyd, a professor from the University of Sydney in Australia, who will be discussing his new research on the use of drones at drone congregation area...
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Episode 33: Varroa Sensitive Hygiene & Various Beekeeping Climates from 2020-09-10T18:39:15
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Harris from Mississippi State University, an expert on Varroa Sensitive Hygiene traits. This is followed by a segment where Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss o...
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Varroa Sensitive Hygiene & Various Beekeeping Climates from 2020-09-10T18:39:15
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Harris from Mississippi State University, an expert on Varroa Sensitive Hygiene traits. This is followed by a segment where Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss o...
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Episode 32: Generational & Commercial Beekeeping from 2020-09-03T17:24:53
In this episode, we are joined by Logan Cutts to talk about his experience as a fifth-generation beekeeper. This is followed by a segment where Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss the commercial beekeepin...
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Generational & Commercial Beekeeping from 2020-09-03T17:24:53
In this episode, we are joined by Logan Cutts to talk about his experience as a fifth-generation beekeeper. This is followed by a segment where Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss the commercial beekeepin...
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Episode 31: Scout Bees & Bee Stings from 2020-08-27T15:27:01
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Juliana Rangel to talk about scout bees. This is followed by a segment where Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss bee stings. Q&A includes: can sugar water go bad?...
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Scout Bees & Bee Stings from 2020-08-27T15:27:01
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Juliana Rangel to talk about scout bees. This is followed by a segment where Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss bee stings. Q&A includes: can sugar water go bad?...
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2019-2020 BIP Colony Loss Survey and Queen Bees from 2020-08-20T16:29:08
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Geoff Williams to discuss the 2020 Bee Informed Partnership (BIP) preliminary survey. Then Amy and Jamie talk about queen bees. Q&A includes: when remov...
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Episode 29: Quality Queens and the Top Honey Bee Stressors from 2020-08-13T13:58:17
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. David Tarpy to learn what it means to have quality queen bees and about his Queen and Disease Clinic at North Carolina State University. Then Amy and Jamie ...
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Quality Queens and the Top Honey Bee Stressors from 2020-08-13T13:58:17
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. David Tarpy to learn what it means to have quality queen bees and about his Queen and Disease Clinic at North Carolina State University. Then Amy and Jamie ...
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Episode 28: Queen Polyandry and the Label is the Law from 2020-08-06T15:07:09
In this episode we speak with Dr. Keith Delaplane about queen mating behavior. For the second segment, Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss the role of labels and how to interpret them. Q&A includes: i...
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Queen Polyandry and the Label is the Law from 2020-08-06T15:07:09
In this episode we speak with Dr. Keith Delaplane about queen mating behavior. For the second segment, Dr. Ellis and Amy discuss the role of labels and how to interpret them. Q&A includes: i...
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Episode 27: Black Bee Honey from 2020-07-30T20:20:34
In this episode we speak to Black Bee Honey, a non-profit organization aiming to turn ‘food deserts to food oases,’ and encourage young entrepreneurs. The first segment describes how they provid...
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Black Bee Honey from 2020-07-30T20:20:34
In this episode we speak to Black Bee Honey, a non-profit organization aiming to turn ‘food deserts to food oases,’ and encourage young entrepreneurs. The first segment describes how they provid...
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Episode 26: Women in Beekeeping from 2020-07-23T15:42:19
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Tammy Potter to discuss the role of women in beekeeping. Then we speak with Dr. Jennifer Tsuruda about what it means to be an Extension Specialist, her progr...
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Women in Beekeeping from 2020-07-23T15:42:19
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Tammy Potter to discuss the role of women in beekeeping. Then we speak with Dr. Jennifer Tsuruda about what it means to be an Extension Specialist, her progr...
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Episode 25: Queen 'Duets' and the Story of Honey Bee History from 2020-07-16T15:25:36
In this episode we discuss recent research conducted by lead scientist, Dr. Martin Bencsik, who studied honey bee queen ’duets’. Then we hear from Dr. Malcolm Sanford, professor emeritus f...
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Queen 'Duets' and the Story of Honey Bee History from 2020-07-16T15:25:36
In this episode we discuss recent research conducted by lead scientist, Dr. Martin Bencsik, who studied honey bee queen ’duets’. Then we hear from Dr. Malcolm Sanford, professor emeritus f...
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Episode 24: BeeMD and Honey Labeling Guidelines from 2020-07-09T16:49:22
In this episode we discuss BeeMD with Dr. Dewey Caron and Dr. Debbie Delaney. Then we hear from Chris Hiatt, the vice president of the American Honey Producers Association (AHPA) to discuss AHPA...
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BeeMD and Honey Labeling Guidelines from 2020-07-09T16:49:22
In this episode we discuss BeeMD with Dr. Dewey Caron and Dr. Debbie Delaney. Then we hear from Chris Hiatt, the vice president of the American Honey Producers Association (AHPA) to discuss AHPA...
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Episode 23: Best Management Practices and Factors That Determine a Worker vs a Queen from 2020-07-02T15:34:59
In this episode we discuss the five best and worst commercial beekeeping management practices with Dan Aruell and Matt Hoepfinger from the Bee Informed Partnership (BIP). Then we hear from Dr. J...
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Best Management Practices and Factors That Determine a Worker vs a Queen from 2020-07-02T15:34:59
In this episode we discuss the five best and worst commercial beekeeping management practices with Dan Aruell and Matt Hoepfinger from the Bee Informed Partnership (BIP). Then we hear from Dr. J...
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Episode 22: Blue Calamintha and ‘Found in Translation’ from 2020-06-25T18:38:22
In this episode we discuss the re-discovery of the blue calamintha bee with Dr. Chase Kimmel. Then we hear from Dr. Jay Evans, to learn about his book, ‘Found in Translation’. Q&A includes: ...
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Blue Calamintha and ‘Found in Translation’ from 2020-06-25T18:38:22
In this episode we discuss the re-discovery of the blue calamintha bee with Dr. Chase Kimmel. Then we hear from Dr. Jay Evans, to learn about his book, ‘Found in Translation’. Q&A includes: ...
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Episode 21: USDA Research Labs and State Beekeeping Associations from 2020-06-18T16:26:55
In this episode we hear from Dr. Jay Evans, and learn about the role of USDA Bee Research Laboratories and what they do for beekeepers. This is followed by a discussion with Jennifer Holmes, the...
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USDA Research Labs and State Beekeeping Associations from 2020-06-18T16:26:55
In this episode we hear from Dr. Jay Evans, and learn about the role of USDA Bee Research Laboratories and what they do for beekeepers. This is followed by a discussion with Jennifer Holmes, the...
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Episode 20: The Role of Florida Farm Bureau Federation and Mosquito Control from 2020-06-11T18:22:28
In this episode we discuss the role of Florida Farm Bureau Federation and their relationship with apiculture. In the second segment of this podcast episode, we speak with Caitlin Gill from the F...
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The Role of Florida Farm Bureau Federation and Mosquito Control from 2020-06-11T18:22:28
In this episode we discuss the role of Florida Farm Bureau Federation and their relationship with apiculture. In the second segment of this podcast episode, we speak with Caitlin Gill from the F...
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Episode 19: Social Immunity and Swarms from 2020-06-04T17:01:06
In this episode we are joined by Distinguished McKnight Professor, Dr. Marla Spivak, to learn about social immunity. Amy and Jamie have a discussion on swarms, and we wrap up with Q&A. Q&...
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Social Immunity and Swarms from 2020-06-04T17:01:06
In this episode we are joined by Distinguished McKnight Professor, Dr. Marla Spivak, to learn about social immunity. Amy and Jamie have a discussion on swarms, and we wrap up with Q&A. Q&...
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Episode 18: Honey Bee Friendly Landscaping and Equipment Tips and Tricks from 2020-05-28T17:59:57
In this episode we are joined by UF/IFAS Extension Lake County Agent, Brooke Moffis, to learn about landscaping for bees. We wrap up this episode with a discussion on commonly asked question abo...
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Honey Bee Friendly Landscaping and Equipment Tips and Tricks from 2020-05-28T17:59:57
In this episode we are joined by UF/IFAS Extension Lake County Agent, Brooke Moffis, to learn about landscaping for bees. We wrap up this episode with a discussion on commonly asked question abo...
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Asian Giant Hornet Special: Truths and Myths about Vespa mandarinia from 2020-05-21T17:59:30
In this episode we are joined by Chris Looney, Entomologist for the Washington State Department of Agriculture, who discusses the current situation surrounding the Asian giant hornet. Q&A in...
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Episode 17: Beekeeping in Barbados and a Look into the Use of Oxalic Acid from 2020-05-14T18:47:45
In this episode we are joined by David Smalls, who discusses his experiences and knowledge of beekeeping in the Caribbean and how Varroa have affected the industry. We wrap up this epis...
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Beekeeping in Barbados and a Look into the Use of Oxalic Acid from 2020-05-14T18:47:45
In this episode we are joined by David Smalls, who discusses his experiences and knowledge of beekeeping in the Caribbean and how Varroa have affected the industry. We wrap up this epis...
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Special Episode: COVID-19 & Updates on the Beekeeping Industry from 2020-05-07T18:09:02
In this very special episode, we discuss the effects of COVID-19 on beekeepers and how it connects with our food system. We are joined by Jason Mathis from Florida Farm Bureau, and Tony Hogg who...
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COVID-19 Special: Updates on the Beekeeping Industry from 2020-05-07T18:09:02
In this very special episode, we discuss the effects of COVID-19 on beekeepers and how it connects with our food system. We are joined by Jason Mathis from Florida Farm Bureau, and Tony Hogg who...
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Episode 16: When You Have Competition It Raises the Quality of a Product from 2020-04-30T17:21:16
In this episode we are joined by Michael Young, who discusses Honey Judge Training programs, we wrap up Bill Kerns pest series with a conversation about miscellaneous pests, and we ...
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When You Have Competition It Raises the Quality of a Product from 2020-04-30T17:21:16
In this episode we are joined by Michael Young, who discusses Honey Judge Training programs, we wrap up Bill Kerns pest series with a conversation about miscellaneous pests, and we ...
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Episode 15: Popular Beekeeping Journals from 2020-04-23T14:45:42
In this episode we discuss available resources and beekeeping journals by editors around the country: Eugene Makovec, the editor of American Bee Journal, and Jerry Hayes, the editor of Bee Cultu...
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Popular Beekeeping Journals from 2020-04-23T14:45:42
In this episode we discuss available resources and beekeeping journals by editors around the country: Eugene Makovec, the editor of American Bee Journal, and Jerry Hayes, the editor of Bee Cultu...
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Episode 14: Once a Bear Finds an Apiary, It Will Keep Going Back from 2020-04-16T16:06:52
We are accompanied by Sarah Red-Laird, the founder and executive director of The Bee Girl Organization, to talk about bee nutrition, forage, and regenerative agriculture, we will be continuing o...
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Once a Bear Finds an Apiary, It Will Keep Going Back from 2020-04-16T16:06:52
We are accompanied by Sarah Red-Laird, the founder and executive director of The Bee Girl Organization, to talk about bee nutrition, forage, and regenerative agriculture, we will be continuing o...
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Episode 13: Top 10 Tips for Beekeepers from 2020-04-09T15:19:37
In this episode, Dave Westervelt discusses the history of beekeeping, we continue our pest series with Dr. Kern discussing wasps, and Dr. Ellis lists his top ten tips for beekeepers.
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Top 10 Tips for Beekeepers from 2020-04-09T15:19:37
In this episode, Dave Westervelt discusses the history of beekeeping, we continue our pest series with Dr. Kern discussing wasps, and Dr. Ellis lists his top ten tips for beekeepers.
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Episode 12: Scientifically Rigorous Information from 2020-04-02T18:03:08
Interviews with key members of the International Bee Research Association, including Professor Dr. William Kirk, discussing the history of IBRA, Dr. Robert Brodschneider, the editor of the journ...
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Scientifically Rigorous Information from 2020-04-02T18:03:08
Interviews with key members of the International Bee Research Association, including Professor Dr. William Kirk, discussing the history of IBRA, Dr. Robert Brodschneider, the editor of the journ...
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Episode 11: Even Though I'm an Entomologist, I'm Not an “Ant”omologist from 2020-03-26T20:02:35
An interview with 2020 American Honey Princess, Sydnie Paulsrud, about the American Beekeeping Federation and the Honey Queen Program, followed by Bill Kern beginning our “Pests in the Apiary” s...
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Even Though I'm an Entomologist, I'm Not an “Ant”omologist from 2020-03-26T20:02:35
An interview with 2020 American Honey Princess, Sydnie Paulsrud, about the American Beekeeping Federation and the Honey Queen Program, followed by Bill Kern beginning our “Pests in the Apiary” s...
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Episode 10: Honey Bees Are Animals and They Deserve to Be in Good Health from 2020-03-12T14:23:51
An interview with Dr. Meghan Milbrath about European foulbrood, followed by a discussion with Dr. Milbrath about Honey Bee Treatments, Dr. Bill Kern talks about Africanized Honey Bees, and we fi...
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Honey Bees Are Animals and They Deserve to Be in Good Health from 2020-03-12T14:23:51
An interview with Dr. Meghan Milbrath about European foulbrood, followed by a discussion with Dr. Milbrath about Honey Bee Treatments, Dr. Bill Kern talks about Africanized Honey Bees, and we fi...
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Episode 9: The First Responders in Bee Health Issues from 2020-03-05T22:31:41
A discussion with the Florida Assistant Bureau Chief of Apiary Inspection, Brandi Stanford, an interview with pollination ecology expert, Dr. Rachel Mallinger, and Q&A.
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The First Responders in Bee Health Issues from 2020-03-05T22:31:41
A discussion with the Florida Assistant Bureau Chief of Apiary Inspection, Brandi Stanford, an interview with pollination ecology expert, Dr. Rachel Mallinger, and Q&A.
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Episode 8: Commercial Beekeeping… One Day at a Time, One Issue at a Time from 2020-02-27T17:12:44
An interview with Dr. Josette Lewis with the Almond Board of California, a discussion with Sarah Stern, a commercial beekeeper/co-owner of Concord Farms about her life as a commercial beekeeper,...
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Commercial Beekeeping… One Day at a Time, One Issue at a Time from 2020-02-27T17:12:44
An interview with Dr. Josette Lewis with the Almond Board of California, a discussion with Sarah Stern, a commercial beekeeper/co-owner of Concord Farms about her life as a commercial beekeeper,...
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Episode 7: Risk Is Simply the Product of Multiplying Toxicity and Exposure from 2020-02-20T18:35:20
An interview with Dr. Judy Wu-Smart, Extension & Research Entomologist University of Nebraska-Lincoln, on her pesticide research, Jamie and Amy discuss pesticide risk and what that really me...
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Risk Is Simply the Product of Multiplying Toxicity and Exposure from 2020-02-20T18:35:20
An interview with Dr. Judy Wu-Smart, Extension & Research Entomologist University of Nebraska-Lincoln, on her pesticide research, Jamie and Amy discuss pesticide risk and what that really me...
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Episode 6: If Your Goal Is to Keep Your Bees Alive... from 2020-02-13T16:16:47
An interview with Randy Oliver about monitoring Varroa, a discussion about the Bee Informed Partnership with Anne Marie Fauvel and Nathalie Steinhauer, and Q&A.
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If Your Goal Is to Keep Your Bees Alive from 2020-02-13T16:16:47
An interview with Randy Oliver about monitoring Varroa, a discussion about the Bee Informed Partnership with Anne Marie Fauvel and Nathalie Steinhauer, and Q&A.
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Episode 5: Species Without Natural Enemies from 2020-02-06T20:17:10
What to do about honey bee dead-outs with Dr. Humberto Boncristiani, a discussion on invasive species with Dr. Jim Cuda, and Q&A.
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Species Without Natural Enemies from 2020-02-06T20:17:10
What to do about honey bee dead-outs with Dr. Humberto Boncristiani, a discussion on invasive species with Dr. Jim Cuda, and Q&A.
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Episode 4: What It Takes to Provide Purposeful Education from 2020-01-30T18:53:27
A summary of Extension and Research, and an interview with Dr. Meghan Milbrath from Michigan State University discussing her 50/50 Research/Extension appointment.
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What It Takes to Provide Purposeful Education from 2020-01-30T18:53:27
A summary of Extension and Research, and an interview with Dr. Meghan Milbrath from Michigan State University discussing her 50/50 Research/Extension appointment.
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Episode 3: The Mite Is Free to Move About the Cabin from 2020-01-23T18:12:29
A general overview of Varroa, honey bee pollen and nutrition, Master Beekeepers Programs, and Q&As.
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The Mite Is Free to Move About the Cabin from 2020-01-23T18:12:29
A general overview of Varroa, honey bee pollen and nutrition, Master Beekeepers Programs, and Q&As.
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Episode 2: The UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory from 2020-01-15T17:44:47
Learn about the HBREL, UF Instructional Programs, and what it means to have a Healthy Colony.
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The UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory from 2020-01-15T17:44:47
Learn about the HBREL, UF Instructional Programs, and what it means to have a Healthy Colony.
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Episode 1: Introduction to “Two Bees in a Podcast" from 2020-01-07T16:34:06
Meet your “Two Bees in a Podcast” hosts, learn about their positions and experiences, find out more about what to expect from this podcast, and how you can be more involved!
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Introduction to “Two Bees in a Podcast" from 2020-01-07T16:34:06
Meet your “Two Bees in a Podcast” hosts, learn about their positions and experiences, find out more about what to expect from this podcast, and how you can be more involved!
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