Beekeeping Today Podcast

Jeff Ott, Becky Masterman

Beekeeping

Varroa Mites

Honey Production

Honey Bees

Bee Nutrition

Pollination

North American Honey Bee Expo

Beekeeping Equipment

Beekeeping Education

Varroa Mite

Honey Shows

Honey Bee Health

Honey

Varroa

Broodminder

Dalan Animal Health

Bee Communication

Queen Bees

Bee Health

Urban Beekeeping

The weekly podcast bringing beekeepers the latest news, research, and insights on honey bees. Hosted by Jeff Ott and Dr. Becky Masterman, each episode features conversations with beekeepers, scientists, authors, and industry leaders. Whether you're just starting your first hive or managing hundreds, you'll find practical tips, fresh perspectives, and engaging stories to inspire your beekeeping jou... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	467	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	HobbiesLeisureLife SciencesScience

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American Honey, Russian Bees, and the Work of the AHPA with Steven Coy (405)

Steven Coy returns to Beekeeping Today for a wide-ranging conversation about the challenges facing American beekeepers—and the role genetics may play in building more resilient colonies.

Steven is president of the American Honey Producers Associati... more

Today • 1 hr 3 min

Norroa: A New RNAi Approach to Varroa Control

Norroa brings a very different approach to Varroa management. In this installment of the Beekeeping Today Podcast Varroa Treatment Series, Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman welcome Dr. David Peck of Betterbee to explain how this new treatment works and, j... more

2 Oct 2026 • 23 min • Popular

Nutrition, Microbiomes, and Colony Health with the Carl Hayden Lab Team (404)

What does honey bee health look like when researchers examine it from the inside out? In this episode, Jeff and Becky welcome three scientists from the USDA-ARS Carl Hayden Bee Research Center in Tucson, Arizona: Dr. Vanessa Corby-Harris, Dr. Kirk An... more

28 Sep 2026 • 1 hr 2 min • Most popular

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AI in the Bee Yard: Getting Started with AI for Beekeepers

Artificial intelligence is rapidly finding its way into everyday tools—but where does it fit in the bee yard? In this Beekeeping Today Podcast Short, Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman begin exploring how beekeepers can put AI to practical use without trea... more

23 Sep 2026 • 19 min

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Recent Guests

Geoff Williams

Researcher and contributor to US Beekeeping Survey

Auburn University

Episode: The U.S. Beekeeping Survey: Colony Losses, Varroa, and Better Data (403)

Nathalie Steinhauer

Researcher and data analyst for the US Beekeeping Survey

Oregon State University

Episode: The U.S. Beekeeping Survey: Colony Losses, Varroa, and Better Data (403)

Agostina Giacobino

Coordinator of the survey and visiting scientist

Oregon State University / Auburn collaborations

Episode: The U.S. Beekeeping Survey: Colony Losses, Varroa, and Better Data (403)

Dewey Caron

Beekeeping expert and educator

Episode: Bee Science with Dewey Caron: Honey Bees and Smoke

Daniel Seitz

Founder/engineer behind ApisNode, sensor and data platform for beehives

ApisNode

Episode: From Spacecraft to Beehives: Dan Seitz and ApisNode (402)

David Peck

Dr. David Peck from Better Bee

Better Bee

Episode: Varroa Treatment: Api-Bioxal RTU

Andrea Quigley

Co-editor of Beekeepers Quarterly, UK beekeeping researcher

Beekeepers Quarterly / Northern Bee Books

Episode: A Conversation with Beekeepers Quarterly (401)

Norman Carreck

Co-editor of Beekeepers Quarterly, long-time beekeeper and researcher

Beekeepers Quarterly / Northern Bee Books

Episode: A Conversation with Beekeepers Quarterly (401)

Jim Tew

Dr., beekeeping educator and judge, coordinator of Midwest Honey Bee Expo

Episode: 400 Episodes of Beekeeping Today: Looking Back and Looking Ahead

Hosts

Jeff Ott

Host of Beekeeping Today Podcast; extensive experience in beekeeping, community education, and podcasting.

Becky Masterman

Co-host (and frequent interviewer) with expertise in beekeeping education, outreach, and community engagement.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 439 ratings

Entertaining & Informative Podcast
Really appreciate this podcast for the national news of the beekeeping industry, as well as great ideas for the hobbyist. The interviews are professional yet entertaining and bring a variety of views on all aspects of beekeeping.
Apple Podcasts
5
Hawk Hives
United Statesa year ago
Jim Hartman
Super useful information. It's given me a whole new perspective for my bee business!! HAVE HIM BACK!!
Apple Podcasts
5
Cindybeebabe
United Statesa year ago
Well Done Beekeeping Podcast
Fun, informative and well done. It’s an enjoyable update for a new beekeeper like myself. Thank you. Keep it up.
Apple Podcasts
5
LivingAbroad45
United States2 years ago
Politics
I enjoy listening to podcast, and if I’m gonna listen to one about honeybees, I don’t care about your political views anymore than I care about a musician or basketballs players political views. I unfollowed after several snide remarks, such as whether someone is gonna lose their job or “disrupter in chief”. As a veteran, I find that extremely disrespectful regardless of your affiliation! Adios!
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1
Horseman1973
United States2 years ago
Excellent addition
Becky has been an excellent addition to the team in Kim's absence! She is incredibly knowledgeable, so she asks great questions during interviews, and is just very likable!
Apple Podcasts
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Cindybeebabe
United States3 years ago

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Professional, informative interviews with diverse beekeeping topics.

Great guests and down-to-earth hosts make complex topics accessible.

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Apple Podcasts	#51	United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts	#150	United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts	#184	Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts	#59	Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts	#16	Ireland/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts	#41	South Africa/Leisure/Hobbies

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Norroa: A New RNAi Approach to Varroa Control

Q: What is the active mechanism behind Neuroa and how does it affect the mites?

Neuroa uses a specially engineered double-stranded RNA molecule that, when ingested by the Varroa mite, is processed inside mite cells to disrupt the normal production of eggshell proteins, effectively turning off the mite's ability to reproduce rather than killing it outright.

400 Episodes of Beekeeping Today: Looking Back and Looking Ahead

Q: They have plans to build a honey house and get big. What are your recommendations for growth to new beekeepers?

Growth should be gradual and tailored to the keeper's resources, knowledge, and local conditions; start with modest expansion, ensure strong wintering, and integrate learning and mentorship to avoid overreaching. Consider sharing equipment and collaborating to reduce risk, and be mindful of market and storage capacity for honey.

BTPS: Behind the Bees of "The Rivals of Amziah King"

Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got involved with the movie?

Adam Hickman describes his role as the owner of Foxhound Bee Company, his background as a beekeeping professional, and how a film crew discovered his shop and yard, eventually recruiting him and his team to act as bee wranglers and consultants, contributing practical expertise and the on-set logistics.

BTPS: Behind the Bees of "The Rivals of Amziah King"

Q: For our listeners who know nothing about the movie, can you give us an overview of what the film is about?

The film centers on Amziah King, a beekeeper who runs multiple apiaries and navigates a Southern beekeeping community; it blends humor, drama, and crime elements as the main character's world intersects with the protagonist's foster daughter, leading to a plot about family, bees, and community tensions.

The State of Honey Bee Health: A Tri-States Expert Panel (397)

Q: What is giving you hope for the state of honey bee health in the next 24 months?

Hope comes from better collaboration with scientists, a broader toolkit of treatments, improved nutrition options, and stronger awareness of forage and landscape management that supports bees beyond peak bloom.

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This show often features in-depth conversations with beekeeping researchers, educators, and industry practitioners, blending practical hive management with science, policy, and product innovation. Episodes frequently cover Varroa management, nutrition, pollination economics, queen breeding, and emerging biotech approaches, interspersed with show updates, event previews, and profiles of notable beekeepers and educators. A standout aspect is the broad mix of global perspectives and hands-on expertise, from university labs to commercial beekeeping operations, making it valuable for both hobbyists and professionals seeking practical insights and industry context.

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1. Honey Bee Obscura Podcast
2. Two Bees in a Podcast
3. Bee Love Beekeeping... presented by Mann Lake
4. The Beekeeper's Corner Beekeeping Podcast
5. Beekeeping at FiveApple

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Recent guests on Beekeeping Today Podcast include:

1. Geoff Williams
2. Nathalie Steinhauer
3. Agostina Giacobino
4. Dewey Caron
5. Daniel Seitz
6. David Peck
7. Andrea Quigley
8. Norman Carreck

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