Best Extracting The Hive Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 159 – Honey Extraction Methods: What to Know Before You Harvest 🍯🐝 44:28

5d ago44:28

44:28

In this episode, we walk through practical honey extraction methods for beekeepers of all levels. If you're new to harvesting or just looking to improve your setup, this episode covers when and how to take honey, how to test moisture content, what to avoid during treatment windows, and how to extract honey with or without expensive equipment. We’ll…

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Episode 30 - Honey Extracted, Grafting, Virgin Queens, Adding Supers, Inspector Visits, Honeybee Hotline, Field Day, and Around the Yard 1:22:18

9d ago1:22:18

1:22:18

Around the Yard: Harvesting Honey:Luke and Steve have harvested honey. Grafting: Luke continues to graft! Queens Obtained: Queens purchased from Kobe Apiary for the Dalan Animal Vaccine Adding Supers: Continues to add supers to hives. Inspector Visits: Our local inspector came to visit Luke! In the News: Field Day: What is a club field day and shou…

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Episode 158 – Used Gear, Swarm Trap Timing & What to Ask When Buying Bees 🐝📦 34:15

11d ago34:15

34:15

In this episode, we cover a few important topics to help you avoid major headaches in your beekeeping journey. 🐝 What’s Inside This Episode: Why the presence of a queen cell doesn't mean “do a split” How to avoid disaster when buying used gear (AFB risks) Best practices for moving bees out of swarm traps When it's safe to relocate, and how long to …

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Episode 157 – The Hazards of the Walkaway Split: Timing, Risks & Real Talk 🐝⏳ 23:40

16d ago23:40

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Thinking of doing a walkaway split? Before you divide that colony, hit play. In this episode, we break down why timing is everything — especially as the summer dearth sets in. Inspired by a real listener question, we walk through what a walkaway split is, how it works, and why it might be one of the riskiest moves you can make during a seasonal lul…

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Episode 156 – Comb Control: Who Builds It, When They Do, and What to Watch For 🐝🧱 37:42

19d ago37:42

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In this episode, we dive into the what, who, when, where, why, and how of honeycomb production. You'll learn how wax gets made, when bees choose to build it, what types of foundation help or hinder that process, and how to manage common comb problems — from burr and brace comb to the dreaded “wonky comb.” We also get into frame spacing habits, foun…

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Episode 29 - New Employees, New Products, USDA Bee Die Off Study and Lots of Honeybee Hotline 1:25:07

24d ago1:25:07

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Around the Yard: Expanding Products: Riverview Road Apiary adds some employees and new products! Pollen Tasting: Luke and Steve try some locally collected pollen and let you know how it is. How to Harvest and Prepare Pollen: Luke and Steve talk about pollen collection and preparation. Nectar Flow: Nectar is coming in so fast it's difficult to keep …

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Episode 155 – From Egg to Emergence: Understanding Bee Development Timelines 🐣🐝 31:51

30d ago31:51

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Ever wonder how long it takes for a queen to emerge? Or why drones take longer to develop than workers? In this deep-dive episode, we break down the full development cycle of honey bee castes — workers, drones, and queens — from egg to emergence. You’ll learn what happens during each stage, how nutrition influences caste, and why understanding thes…

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Episode 154 – Memorial Day & The Healing Hive Project: Honoring Sacrifice, Building Purpose 🇺🇸🐝 22:04

1M ago22:04

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On this Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the meaning of service, sacrifice, and the families who carry that burden. In this special episode, Jeff shares his own story of military transition, how beekeeping became a source of healing, and why he's launching a new nonprofit: The Healing Hive Project. This initiative will create a retreat and trai…

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Episode 153 – Surviving the Dearth: Feeding, Fighting Robbers, and Managing Mites 37:09

1M ago37:09

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The nectar flow doesn't last forever, and when it ends, things can get tough. In this episode, we talk about how to recognize the start of a summer dearth, how to feed bees without triggering robbing, and how to use this broodless period to crush your mite population. You'll also hear what not to do with syrup feeders (Jeff's mistake was gross), an…

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Episode 152 – The Bee Buzz (27): Spring Beekeeping Q&A 🐝 35:39

1M ago35:39

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We wrap up our three-part Bee Buzz Q&A series with a big one — covering everything from screen bottom boards and queen excluders to robbing behavior, swarm cells, spring mite counts, aggressive bees, and more. Plus, a quick family update from graduation weekend, a pickup mission to Kentucky, and the latest with Howard the cat (who now demands an in…

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Episode 28 - Hold On Because Here We Go! Spring flow is on and the bees are off! 49:26

1M ago49:26

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Welcome to Episode 28 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area. Around the Yard: Purchasing Hives: Steve buys some hives from a local beekeeper who is chasing her dreams! Queen Hatching Experience: Steve finds a unique experience working the club beehives, and some lessons learned. O…

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Episode 151 – The Bee Buzz (26): Spring Splits, Queen Cells, and What Went Wrong in Kentucky 🐝🚗 43:45

1M ago43:45

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We’re back with The Bee Buzz! In this episode, I recap a wild cross-country trip that ended in a busted transmission, a used car purchase, and the world's best Applebee’s salmon. Then we jump into your beekeeping questions. What’s Inside This Episode: Weekly inspections vs bi-weekly: what you risk by skipping Reversing boxes vs adding space — what …

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Episode 150 – The Bee Buzz (25): Spring Feeding, Hive Health, & Q&A 🐝📬 44:13

2M ago44:13

44:13

The Bee Buzz is back! After a long break, we’re reviving this listener-favorite format where we answer your questions directly. From feeding bees in spring, to how much honey is enough to get through winter, to deciding when to add a second brood box—we’re covering a huge range of practical Q&A topics in this special milestone episode. What’s Insid…

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Episode 27 - Swarms, Splits, Market Sales and more! 58:16

2M ago58:16

58:16

Welcome to Episode 27 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area. Around the Yard: Swarms: Luke and Steve continue to pick up swarms! Splits: It's that time of year to make your splits. Luke and Steve discuss how we do that. Moving Bees to Clover Farm: Luke and Steve discuss moving som…

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Episode 149 – Feeding Bees: When, What, and How Much 🍯🐝 36:09

2M ago36:09

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Feeding bees is one of the most misunderstood topics in beekeeping. In this episode, we talk about when you should feed, what you should feed (syrup, patties, honey frames, and more), and how much is enough. Whether you're managing packages, nucs, or full colonies, this episode will help you feed with purpose, not just habit. What’s Inside This Epi…

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Episode 148 – Smooth Moves: Relocating Bee Colonies the Right Way 🌸🐝 28:45

2M ago28:45

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In this episode, we talk about the right (and wrong) ways to move bees to a new location. Whether you’re relocating a hive two miles or two hundred, learn how to minimize stress, avoid major bee loss, and keep your colonies thriving. Plus, updates on swarm season and new traps at the property! 🐝 What’s Inside This Episode: How far honey bees can re…

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Episode 147 – Understanding Bee Roles and Behavior 🧠🐝 32:12

2M ago32:12

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In this episode, we dive deep into how honey bee colonies are structured and why understanding bee behavior can make you a calmer, more effective beekeeper. We cover the different castes of bees, what drives their daily decisions, how pheromones regulate everything inside the hive, and tips to work with your bees, not against them. What’s Inside Th…

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Episode 26 - Nucs Pickup and Delivery, Queen Orders, Cutouts, Splits, and OA Strips and more! 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

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Welcome to Episode 26 of Beekeeping Buddies. The podcast where Steve and Luke talk about beekeeping in the Central Illinois area. Around the Yard: Nuc Pickup and Dispersion Adventure: Luke and Steve pick up some nucs! House Cutout: What happens to bees where they are not supposed to be? In the News: Honeybee Losses: Honeybee losses hit the mainstre…

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Episode 146 – Bees in the News (27): Swarms, Rooftop Honey & Bee Yoga?! 🐝🗞️ 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

From pub patio swarms in England to rooftop hives in Chicago—and even yoga sessions with bees—this Bees in the News installment covers the weird, the wonderful, and the just plain “what?” in the world of bees. What’s Inside This Episode: A 3,000-bee swarm descends on a British pub mid-pint Chicago hotel rooftop bees add sweetness to guest stays New…

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Episode 145 – Is My Colony Queenless? How to Tell & What to Do 👑🐝 30:19

2M ago30:19

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So… you open the hive and don’t see any eggs. Panic sets in. Did she die? Did they swarm? Did you crush her?! In this episode, we walk through how to tell whether your colony is actually queenless—and what to do if it is. What’s Inside This Episode: Real reasons your queen might be gone False alarms that trick new beekeepers into requeening too soo…

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Episode 159 – Honey Extraction Methods: What to Know Before You Harvest 🍯🐝 44:28

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Episode 30 - Honey Extracted, Grafting, Virgin Queens, Adding Supers, Inspector Visits, Honeybee Hotline, Field Day, and Around the Yard 1:22:18

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Episode 158 – Used Gear, Swarm Trap Timing & What to Ask When Buying Bees 🐝📦 34:15

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Episode 157 – The Hazards of the Walkaway Split: Timing, Risks & Real Talk 🐝⏳ 23:40

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Episode 156 – Comb Control: Who Builds It, When They Do, and What to Watch For 🐝🧱 37:42

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Episode 29 - New Employees, New Products, USDA Bee Die Off Study and Lots of Honeybee Hotline 1:25:07

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Episode 155 – From Egg to Emergence: Understanding Bee Development Timelines 🐣🐝 31:51

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Episode 154 – Memorial Day & The Healing Hive Project: Honoring Sacrifice, Building Purpose 🇺🇸🐝 22:04

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Episode 153 – Surviving the Dearth: Feeding, Fighting Robbers, and Managing Mites 37:09

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Episode 152 – The Bee Buzz (27): Spring Beekeeping Q&A 🐝 35:39

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Episode 28 - Hold On Because Here We Go! Spring flow is on and the bees are off! 49:26

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Episode 151 – The Bee Buzz (26): Spring Splits, Queen Cells, and What Went Wrong in Kentucky 🐝🚗 43:45

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Episode 150 – The Bee Buzz (25): Spring Feeding, Hive Health, & Q&A 🐝📬 44:13

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Episode 27 - Swarms, Splits, Market Sales and more! 58:16

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Episode 149 – Feeding Bees: When, What, and How Much 🍯🐝 36:09

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Episode 148 – Smooth Moves: Relocating Bee Colonies the Right Way 🌸🐝 28:45

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Episode 147 – Understanding Bee Roles and Behavior 🧠🐝 32:12

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Episode 26 - Nucs Pickup and Delivery, Queen Orders, Cutouts, Splits, and OA Strips and more! 1:00:34

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Episode 146 – Bees in the News (27): Swarms, Rooftop Honey & Bee Yoga?! 🐝🗞️ 12:23

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Episode 145 – Is My Colony Queenless? How to Tell & What to Do 👑🐝 30:19

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