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Arthro-Pod

Jonathan Larson
Entomology
Malaria
Public Health
Delusory Parasitosis
Scale Insects
Insect Abdomen
Chagas Disease
Spotted Lanternfly
Cultural Entomology
Invasive Species
Honeybees
Bed Bugs
Respiration
Insect Reproduction
History
Trypanosoma Cruzi
New World Screwworm
Integrated Pest Management
Yellow Fever
Strepsiptera

The home for Arthro-Pod,the podcast that teaches you about the weird and wonderful world of insects!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes57Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Hey bug lovers! In today's show, the crew meets up with Sally Raymond to talk all about integrated pest management in apple orchards. Apple production is fascinating and the ways growers manage pests are also unique compared to other ag systems. Tune... more

Get ready listeners, this episode is packed with so many things! Jody and Jonathan are joined by Dr. Ted Burk, who really didn't need any questions, prompts or an outline. It is an episode rich in stories about insects, scientific discovery, and cons... more

Join us as we dive into the career journey and leadership insights of Melissa Siebert, a renowned entomologist in industry and the 2026 President of the Entomological Society of America (ESA). Discover how her dedication, scientific expertise, and co... more

Hello bug lovers! In today's episode, Jody, Jonathan, and Michael are joined by entomology legend, Dr. Tom Turpin of Purdue University. Tom is an ESA fellow, an author (check out Flies in the Face of Fashion, Mites Make Right, and other Bugdacious Ta... more

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Recent Guests

Ted Burk
Professor of biology at Creighton University
Creighton University
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 205: Insect Behavior and Conservation with Dr. Ted Burk
Melissa Siebert
Entomologist at Corteva Agrisciences, Pipeline Development Leader
Corteva Agrisciences
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 204: Leading the Charge in Entomology with Dr. Melissa Siebert
Tom Turpin
Entomologist and educator
Purdue University
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 203 Insects in Poetry with Tom Turpin
Calvin Norman
Assistant teaching professor of forestry at Penn State University
Penn State University
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 202: Hemlocks and Hemlock Wooly Adelgid with Calvin Norman
Nancy Crews
Director of Milkweed Matters
Milkweed Matters
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 201: Community Outreach Celebrating Monarchs and Milkweed with Nancy Crews
Meghan Sundermeier
Owner/Operator, Omaha Wood Company
Omaha Wood Company
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 200: Interview with Meghan Sundermeier, an Urban Sawyer
Jared Ali
Professor of entomology; director for the Center for Chemical Ecology; chair of the graduate program in ecology at Penn State
Penn State University
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 199: Multitrophic interactions with Jared Ali
Joanie King
Extension entomologist, assistant professor at New Mexico State University
New Mexico State University
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 198: Understanding Harvester Ants with Dr. Joanie King
Louise Lynch-O'Brien
Award-winning educator, entomologist
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of Entomology
Episode: Arthro-Pod Episode 197: Celebrating Passion and Pedagogy with Dr. Louise Lynch-O'Brien

Hosts

Jonathan Larson
Co-host of Arthro-Pod and entomology expert with a focus on science communication and education
Jody Green
Co-host of Arthro-Pod and extension entomologist specializing in outreach and education
Michael Scavarla
Co-host and insect expert; works with Penn State and related entomology initiatives

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • 😂😂

    I’m currently listening to old episodes on the website — specifically the Entomology Society Awakens! from the ESA meeting in 2015. I laughed out loud (literally) when one of the scientists talked about dreaming about counting aphids, because I have had that experience while I was working in a biological control lab. Love the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    endofsuffering
    United Statesa year ago
  • I have learned so much from Arturo-Pod

    I took an interest in insects after I retired and got involved with the local Master Naturalist program. The Arthro-Pod episodes have taught me a lot about the diversity of insects and their wide ranging roles and impacts on human history. I learn something from every episode, even from those topics that at first glance seem esoteric, whimsical, or not of interest—they always turn out to have a nugget I needed to know and most turn out to be totally engaging. Great science communicators and ex... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naturalist To Be
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Entomology for Entomologists

    It is refreshing to listen to an insect podcast that isn’t just “Wow, insects are cool!” I have been listening for years and enjoyed every episode (except, maybe, the video game one).

    P.S.

    I really like the Purdue lecture series but the audio is terrible. Since you were at Purdue, could you put in a word with them?

    Thanks and keep the episodes coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe_935587
    United States2 years ago
  • Must listen for any entomology nerd

    So glad I stumbled across this podcast. It has become one of my favourite science podcasts. Love learning about various critters from knowledgeable and passionate hosts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cats788
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great if you like bugs

    Episodes come in several flavors and you’ll learn a lot no matter which format or topic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pest1111111
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging science listeners with accessible, practical insect knowledge.
Great range of topics, from hard science to culture and media.
Guests are credible experts who connect lab science to real-world applications.

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Arthro-Pod Episode 204: Leading the Charge in Entomology with Dr. Melissa Siebert
Q: What does leadership in ESA entail, and how has that shaped your approach to the annual meeting and member engagement?
Her presidency involves guiding the governing board, setting charges for committees, planning the annual program, and promoting community-building and outreach like science policy tours, while balancing her day job at Corteva.
Arthro-Pod Episode 204: Leading the Charge in Entomology with Dr. Melissa Siebert
Q: How did you transition from a field science role to a pipeline development leader at Corteva, and what skills helped you adapt?
Melissa describes leveraging graduate training, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership opportunities, plus gaining experience across global markets, regulatory, formulation, and manufacturing to broaden impact beyond field work.
Arthro-Pod Episode 197: Celebrating Passion and Pedagogy with Dr. Louise Lynch-O'Brien
Q: What makes a good educator in your view, given the challenges students face today?
Her emphasis is on empathy, relationship-building, storytelling, and meeting students where they are, using qualitative methods to understand their experiences and adapt teaching to help them grow and overcome barriers.
Arthro-Pod Episode 197: Celebrating Passion and Pedagogy with Dr. Louise Lynch-O'Brien
Q: How do you balance teaching, extension, and research in your current role?
She explains an intertwined approach, with about 70% teaching and 30% extension, and she deliberately treats extension projects like research to maximize student learning and real-world impact.
Arthro-Pod Episode 197: Celebrating Passion and Pedagogy with Dr. Louise Lynch-O'Brien
Q: What drew you to entomology and how did you decide this would be your path?
Louise describes a formative, somewhat exploratory undergraduate period where she drifted toward entomology through opportunities and mentors, eventually finding a path that blended research, teaching, and community engagement.

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Arthro-Pod covers a wide range of insect science topics, often blending entomology, ecology, education, and culture with practical, real-world applications. Episodes frequently feature university researchers, extension educators, and industry practitioners who share career paths, research findings, and outreach strategies, along with hands-on topics like pest management, conservation, and insect-inspired technology or culture. The show stands out for its approachable storytelling, humor, and willingness to connect scientific concepts to everyday life, history, and media, making it useful for listeners ranging from students and educators to professionals seeking fresh perspectives on entomology and science communication.

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Arthro-Pod launched 12 years ago and published 57 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Arthro-Pod include:

1. Ted Burk
2. Melissa Siebert
3. Tom Turpin
4. Calvin Norman
5. Nancy Crews
6. Meghan Sundermeier
7. Jared Ali
8. Joanie King

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