In this episode, we’re diving into the joys, challenges, and surprises of life with honey bees. From listener stories to an inspiring interview, it’s a wild ride in the world of beekeeping.

We kick things off with a fun “You might be a beekeeper if…” segment that’ll have you nodding (and laughing) along. Ever get stung through your suit or realize fondant isn’t just for cakes? Yeah, you’re one of us.

Listener Wild & Crazy Beekeeping Stories

Grab your smoker and settle in because you won’t believe these tales:

• Rosie shares her pregnancy and beekeeping adventure, including defensive bees and, let’s just say, an adrenaline rush.
• Alicia learns the hard way why black gloves and smashing bees aren’t the best combo—broken arm and all. Ouch!

Spotlight Interview: Hives for Heroes

We’re thrilled to welcome Steve Jimenez, founder of Hives for Heroes. He’s doing amazing work connecting veterans and first responders with the calming, purposeful world of bees.

Steve shares how honey bees helped him and others heal from PTSD and other challenges. Spoiler: It’s not just about keeping bees; it’s about building community, finding purpose, and sometimes even starting a business.

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https://hivesforheroes.org/

After seeing the headlines for months, we had to find out for ourselves, is the bee vaccine for real or just a gimmick? Can we really vaccinate honey bees, and how does it work? Will beekeepers embrace it?

In this episode, we discuss all of this with Everett Hendrixon and Phoebe Snyder from Dalan Animal Health... AND we do it in plain English, without too much scientific jargon.

In our not Jeff Foxworthy opener, we learn why you might be a beekeeper. Plus, crazy and painful beekeeping stories, and bees in the news.

It's all about the love of beekeeping and honey bees!

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Mann Lake discount code: MLBEELOVE10 for $10 off a $100 order.

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https://dalan.com/

The not-real Jeff Foxworthy is back with more "... You Might Be A Beekeeper" examples!

In this episode we travel to Edinburgh, Scotland for a discussion with Dr. Gino Jabbar, beekeeper and "honey sensory analyst." We learn about beekeeping in the Scottish climate, what a honey sensory analyst is and does, and much more! Plus of course, a wild beekeeping story.

Then we check the latest honey bee/beekeeper news and hear about the affects of adulterated honey in Europe, and a newly discovered blue bee species in Texas.

It's all about the love of beekeeping and honey bees!

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Mann Lake discount code: MLBEELOVE10 for $10 off a $100 order.

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Gino's Links: https://simplyhoney.co/

https://scottishbeekeepers.org.uk/sba-services/webinars/

https://honeyguild.co.uk/