Podcast Episodes

Bee Great with David Mullins

Episode 349

In this episode, Jeff and Becky welcome Dave Mullins of Bee Great, based in Churubusco, Indiana. Dave shares how a hobby with his father in 2014 grew into a dynamic beekeeping business now managing 1…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

[Bonus] Short: Varroa Treatments - HopGuard 3

In this Varroa Treatment Short, Jeff and Becky are joined by Dr. David Peck of BetterBee to discuss HopGuard 3, the latest version of this organically derived mite control option. The conversation co…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dave McComb: From One Hive to a Thriving Beekeeping Business

Episode 348

In this episode, Jeff and Becky welcome Indiana beekeeper Dave McComb to share his journey from inheriting one defensive hive in 2018 to managing over 100 colonies, producing honey, nucs, and queens …

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dr. Lewis Bartlett - The Evolving Challenges Beekeepers Face

Episode 347

Dr. Lewis Bartlett returns to Beekeeping Today Podcast to share the latest science on honey bee health, pest management, and the evolving challenges beekeepers face worldwide. In this wide-ranging co…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

[Bonus] Short: Varroa Treatment Options - Formic Acid

In this Varroa Treatments short, Jeff Ott and co-host Dr. Becky Masterman welcome Dr. David Peck from Betterbee to discuss formic acid—a powerful tool in the fight against varroa mites. David explain…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

John Miller - Swimming with Piranha

Episode 346

In this week's episode, Jeff and Becky welcome back fourth-generation commercial beekeeper John Miller for a candid conversation about the challenges—and potential—facing the beekeeping industry toda…

Published on 3 months ago

[Bonus] Short: Dr. Dewey Caron - Mite Management and Bee Learning Breakthroughs

In this Beekeeping Today Podcast Short, Dr. Dewey Caron returns with his monthly audio postcard—this time focused on August mite management and a remarkable discovery about honey bee learning. Dewey …

Published on 3 months ago

Yellow Jackets with Dr. Richard Zack

Episode 345

Late summer brings not just honey harvests but also the return of yellow jackets. For many beekeepers, their sudden appearance can spark concern—or outright dread—around the bee yard. In this episode…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

[Bonus] Short - Varroa Treatment Options: Oxalic Acid (OAV and Dribble)

In this installment of the Varroa Treatment Series, Jeff and Becky welcome Dr. David Peck of BetterBee to discuss oxalic acid treatments, one of the most widely used organic options for controlling V…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

UK National Honey Show – History, Traditions & Global Impact

Episode 344

The UK's National Honey Show is the world's largest and most prestigious honey show, drawing beekeepers and entries from across the globe. In this episode, Jeff and Becky talk with Bob Mauer, current…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago