"Buzzin’ Through Life: How Bees Turn Flowers into Liquid Gold

Two Chicks and a Hoe

Get ready to embark on an incredible journey into the world of honey with our special guest, Steve Demkowski, also known as the Bee Guy! Ever wondered how bees create that sweet, golden nectar we all love? Steve's expertise will guide us through the fascinating process of honey production, from the types of flowers bees visit to the distance they travel from the hive – all factors that affect the final product. And if that's not enough, prepare to have your mind blown by the amazing abilities of bees, such as sensing the charge of a flower and knowing when and where to collect nectar.
Not only will we delve into the world of honey production, but we'll also uncover the secrets of beekeeping and how it's crucial to provide bees with enough room to store their honey. We'll dive into the role of the queen bee and how honey serves as a fuel source for bees to survive the winter. Plus, don't miss out on learning about the medicinal properties of raw, unprocessed honey – a true gift from nature.
With Steve's help, we'll also explore the labor involved in harvesting and extracting honey, and why it's so important to support your local beekeeper and buy local honey. Discover the unique flavor profiles of honey, depending on the type of flowers the bees collect nectar from. And to top it off, learn about a project at Happy Hollow Zoo that's selling local honey to benefit gorilla conservation. Join us for this sweet episode filled with fascinating insights into the world of honey and bees!
Willow Glen Honey
Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation
National Wildlife Federation - Backyard Habitat Program
Pollinator Partnership
Pollinator Friendly Plant lists
Things that make you say "Wow"!
For more episodes and additional information visit the Two Chicks and a Hoe website and our Facebook page.
Big thanks to our Producer, Casey Kennedy.

Chapters

1. "Buzzin’ Through Life: How Bees Turn Flowers into Liquid Gold (00:00:00)

2. The Fascinating World of Honey (00:00:13)

3. The Amazing Abilities of Bees (00:06:33)

4. Beekeeping and Honey Extraction (00:20:33)

5. Honey and the Queen Bee's Role (00:24:30)

6. Beekeeping and Honey Flavors (00:29:07)

7. Beekeeping and Local Honey (00:35:52)

8. Bees and Honey (00:48:12)

9. Bee Conservation and New Beginnings (00:56:24)