Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles
94 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago -Bee-keeping and a good old catch up, as Jane Horrocks calls up her friend Esther Coles; actress, writer and bee-keeper, to have a weekly chat checking in on Esther's bees as well as each other. Sometimes they might even allow a guest to join the fun!
Follow the pod on Instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures and videos from the hive.
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Episodes
Witchcraft, Singing and M-mmmead (with Chris Park)
November 10, 2023 08:35 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MBChris Park - Druid, traditional beekeeper, storyteller, brewer and all round Iron-age man, joins the Queens around Esther's dinner table. It's a session of mead drinking, ritual celebrations for the end of summer, plenty of historical bee and language facts and just a little bit of singing. Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the record. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast. Produced by Claire Broughton and John Wakefield Hosted on Acast....
Precious Honey
October 27, 2023 10:06 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBJane and Esther meet the founders of new honey company Australian Rare, Natalie Bussau and Rick Bains, to talk about their very special honey from Western Australia. Rigorously tested, their honey comes from an area of the world that prides itself on the biodiversity of its surroundings as well as being completely pest free. All this comes at a high cost however that is outside the reach of most people's budgets. But if the wine industry can offer wines at different prices dependent on grape...
Catch up with the Queens
October 20, 2023 10:15 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBA homemade lunch for Jane from Esther and a catch up with the bees in Esther's garden hives. Esther also shares a cache of old letters she's found in her shed. Keep up with the Queens on instagram @queenbeespod and also - if you can believe it - on Tiktok at the same handle. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast featuring Jane Horrocks, Esther Coles and quite a lot of bees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Summer Garden Party (bonus episode)
June 16, 2023 14:10 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBHello Bee-lovers! Here's a mini episode to celebrate Bees For Development recorded at their annual garden party. For more about Bees for Development listen to our episode with Nicola Bradbear (Season 5 Episode 1) Do visit their website or find them on instagram to find out more about the work they do around the world. To see more pictures from our podcast visit @queenbeespod on instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Christmas with Paul Tonkinson
December 16, 2022 18:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBJoin Esther for a christmassy last episode of the series as she welcomes friend Paul Tonkinson - writer, comedian and host of podcast 'Running Commentary' to make candles, gingerbread and have a good old gossip. Perfect for listening to while wrapping your presents! Merry Christmas to all our listeners. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast. This week's episode edited by Diggory Waite, Produced by Claire Broughton See pictures from the records @queenbeespod on instagram Hosted on Acast. Se...
Anabel Kindersley from Neal's Yard
December 02, 2022 16:49 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBEsther's delighted to have a chat this week with Anabel Kindersley co-owner of natural and organic health and beauty brand Neal's Yard Remedies, talking about sustainable business, her love of natural remedies and how one in three mouthful's of food we eat is thanks to pollinators including bees which is why their survival is so important. To find out more about Neal's Yard Remedies visit www.nealsyardremedies.com and for further information on Stand By Bees and to sign the petition visit w...
Honey Down Under (with Anna Carrucan)
November 25, 2022 09:56 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBAnna Carrucan, botanist, second generation bee-keeper and owner of the BUUKAAR WAARUUNG Boutique Apiary and Artisan Honey company in Australia joins Esther down the line - time zones aligned! - to talk about the onset of spring in Australia, what trials the bees in her part of the world face, but also the breadth of different forage that produces such tasty and medicinally important honey. Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the record. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Est...
Bee News with Paula Carnell
November 11, 2022 11:35 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJoin Esther and friend of the pod Paula Carnell, Head Beekeeper at The Newt in Somerset, Global bee consultant and honey sommelier as they talk about what the unseasonal weather is doing to their bee colonies and how the native Black Bee is making a comeback! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Million Herbs with Rochenda Sandall
November 04, 2022 13:05 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBEsther's lovely pal actress Rochenda Sandall comes over for a great chat about all things herbal, both for cookery and medicinal purposes. There may even be herby biscuit up for grabs... Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pickled Chillis with Tom
October 28, 2022 13:30 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBEsther and Tom are pickling home grown chillis this week. Tom's done his research on chilli facts and has also prepared a 'special' cocktail for Esther to celebrate the event. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures from the records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LUSH life (with Mark and Simon Constantine)
October 21, 2022 13:30 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBJane and Esther are joined by the founder of LUSH Mark Constantine and his son Simon Constantine, one time subject of his dad's cosmetic testing and now running the fabulous Carey's Secret Garden as well as special projects for LUSH. There's talk inevitably of the joy of bath bombs, and how they were developed for a serious reason, as well as all the work LUSH does in terms of supporting action for change (for the better) and spearheading fantastic conservation projects. All with a liberal...
Kombucha and Robber Bees
October 14, 2022 11:17 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBTime for a good old catch up this week. Esther's been making kombucha with her own scoby starter, and talk turns to fungi and ferments. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Production Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Being A Positive Nuisance (with Robin Maynard)
October 07, 2022 13:36 - 42 minutes - 648 MBRobin Maynard started his career researching the effects of the Chernobyl disaster on the UK for Friends of the Earth and is renowned as an activist and campaigner - always for more sustainable practices to look after the planet. In this episode the girls chat about fast consumerism, the healing power of a walk in the forest, and why there should be a sustainability bulletin on the news after the sports and business sections, every day of the week. Listen and be inspired! Queen Bees with J...
The Fabulous Arthur Parkinson
September 30, 2022 11:46 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB**NEW SEASON** Esther and Jane are back! Joined this week by expert flower arranger and chicken saviour Arthur Parkinson. After chat and lunch at Esther's, the gang take a stroll to the allotments to meet one of Esther's allotment friends who is indebted to Arthur for advice on how to grow the best dahlias. There's discussion about how imperfect gardens should be cherished, how Kate Moss gives the best gifts, and the girls are delighted to find out Arthur may be up for adoption...! There's ...
From Brad Pitt to Prince William
July 29, 2022 07:38 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBEsther's longtime friend actress Indra Ove joins the show this week while Jane's off on an acting job. The girls are on a mission to collect some honey from the hives to take to Indra's cast mates in her latest show Jerusalem but along the way Esther quizzes her on her past acting jobs and how her family were recently honoured at the Palace. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Production Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Ecky Thump!
July 15, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBWhere to stick your icepacks to keep cool in the heat... how everything's crisping up at the allotment... what is constellation therapy... and a chat about why our wild fenland is so important. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Produced by Claire Broughton Recorded and Edited by John Wakefield Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for pictures from the allotment and the hive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back To The Bees
July 01, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBWe're back to the allotment this week as Esther's had a swarm to contend with - but there's northern vowel chat and silliness as usual, get stuck in! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for pictures from the hive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anyone For A Paddle?
June 24, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBEsther's off to visit Jane in Brighton where she gets a tour round her bee-friendly communal gardens, Jane cooks her delicious lunch and then they're off to the beach! Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on @queenbeespod for pictures from the grand day out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ice Cream Van Wars
June 17, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MBEsther's back at Arabella Weir's to see how her veg are doing, but will cost per potato be worth it in the end? Hear about Esther's not-to-be-replicated childhood bad habits and Arabella brings back one of her Fast Show characters - no offence! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Produced by Claire Broughton Recorded and edited by John Wakefield Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keeping The Lawnmower (just in case)
June 10, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBEsther's been stuck at home this week so Jane gives her a call to cheer her up. Along the way there's a catch up from Chelsea, scattering ashes, what the bees have been up to and of course, why you should always have a spare lawnmower. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast created and presented by Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles Recorded and Edited by John Wakefield Exec Producer Claire Broughton Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for pictures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Let Me Just Finish This Mouthful
June 03, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBJane's round Esther's to check out her vertical planting solutions and her new garden bees, but first of all (and most importantly) lunch! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for pictures from the show Queen Bees is produced by Claire Broughton and John Wakefield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Singing with Len
May 27, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55 MBJane's having a clear out so has brought Esther some pre-loved housewares, which leads to a discussion on why we're all hoarders at heart. Meanwhile Len, Esther's new dog has decided he wants to feature...There's seedlings to prick out though and homemade soup to eat too. Lastly, news about Olive, the colony of bees from Esther's garden - brace yourselves... Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Recorded and edited by John Wakefield Produced by Claire Bro...
Planting with Arabella Weir
May 20, 2022 08:14 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBJane's off filming so friend of the show Arabella Weir asks Esther over to help her plant her veggies for the season. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S6 Ep. 2 Planting with Arabella Weir
May 20, 2022 08:14 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBJane's off filming so friend of the show Arabella Weir asks Esther over to help her plant her veggies for the season. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the show See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S6 Ep. 1 Off To The Allotment
May 13, 2022 07:11 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB*NEW SEASON* We're kicking off the new season talking about growing your own whether you have an allotment, a window box or a window sill. There'll be planting, emotional chats, impressions of landladies and of course, cake. Come and join the girls for some lunch and chat down on the allotment. (ps. mini bee update coming soon!) Follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the show Queen Bees is created by Esther Coles and Jane Horrocks Produced by Claire Broughton Recorded an...
Off To The Allotment
May 13, 2022 07:11 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB*NEW SEASON* We're kicking off the new season talking about growing your own whether you have an allotment, a window box or a window sill. There'll be planting, emotional chats, impressions of landladies and of course, cake. Come and join the girls for some lunch and chat down on the allotment. (ps. mini bee update coming soon!) Follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the show Queen Bees is created by Esther Coles and Jane Horrocks Produced by Claire Broughton Recorded an...
Santa and his Saw
December 24, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBEsther and Tom get to make their candles after all, with varying success, with Tom treating us to a musical number to celebrate the season. Happy Christmas listeners! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S5 Ep. 9 Santa and his Saw
December 24, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBEsther and Tom get to make their candles after all, with varying success, with Tom treating us to a musical number to celebrate the season. Happy Christmas listeners! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S5 Ep. 8 Two Queens In A Pod
December 17, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 321 MBEsther thinks she's making candles with Tom tonight until she gets a surprise call - could we have a reunion on our hands? Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for updates from the show on instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Two Queens In A Pod
December 17, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 321 MBEsther thinks she's making candles with Tom tonight until she gets a surprise call - could we have a reunion on our hands? Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for updates from the show on instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bee Potion (with Katharine O'Brien)
December 10, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBEsther has a fascinating chat this week with Katharine O'Brien, founder of Bee Potion who are an ethical, all-natural skincare and wellbeing company that has sustainability, education and ecology at the heart of the business. She talks about becoming a bee-keeper, the social enterprise nature of her business, and we also meet Honey, her aptly named rescue dog! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S5 Ep. 7 Bee Potion (with Katharine O'Brien)
December 10, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBEsther has a fascinating chat this week with Katharine O'Brien, founder of Bee Potion who are an ethical, all-natural skincare and wellbeing company that has sustainability, education and ecology at the heart of the business. She talks about becoming a bee-keeper, the social enterprise nature of her business, and we also meet Honey, her aptly named rescue dog! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S5 Ep. 6 Bee Quiz with Tom
December 03, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBEsther's asked Tom if she can practice her quizmaster skills on him, and as a bribe, she's brought some more mead for him! Test your bee knowledge on these questions and maybe learn a few things in the process. Thanks to Bees for Development for letting us use their questions. If you'd like to donate to Bees for Development and find out about their work, please visit www.beesfordevelopment.org Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast See acast.com/privacy f...
Bee Quiz with Tom
December 03, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBEsther's asked Tom if she can practice her quizmaster skills on him, and as a bribe, she's brought some more mead for him! Test your bee knowledge on these questions and maybe learn a few things in the process. Thanks to Bees for Development for letting us use their questions. If you'd like to donate to Bees for Development and find out about their work, please visit www.beesfordevelopment.org Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See ac...
S5 Ep. 6 Skep making (with Paula Carnell)
November 26, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJane's still off filming in her ambulance so Esther's putting her time to good use by welcoming the lovely Paula Carnell back to show her how to make traditional woven skep! If you're interested in learning how to make a skep follow Paula on instagram @paula.carnell or visit her website www.paulacarnell.com for details of her courses and skep making supplies. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S5 Ep. 5 Skep making (with Paula Carnell)
November 26, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJane's still off filming in her ambulance so Esther's putting her time to good use by welcoming the lovely Paula Carnell back to show her how to make traditional woven skep! If you're interested in learning how to make a skep follow Paula on instagram @paula.carnell or visit her website www.paulacarnell.com for details of her courses and skep making supplies. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Skep making (with Paula Carnell)
November 26, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJane's still off filming in her ambulance so Esther's putting her time to good use by welcoming the lovely Paula Carnell back to show her how to make traditional woven skep! If you're interested in learning how to make a skep follow Paula on instagram @paula.carnell or visit her website www.paulacarnell.com for details of her courses and skep making supplies. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S5 Ep. 4 Mead with Tom!
November 05, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBTom finally makes it centre stage this week as he and Esther talk all things mead - a fermented honey drink dating back centuries. Tom and Esther's efforts may not be supremely drinkable but as ever they make the best of it and there's a whole host of interesting facts along the way - as well the story of how these two have stuck together for 25 years - they must be doing something right! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for updates from the hive See...
Mead with Tom
November 05, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBTom finally makes it centre stage this week as he and Esther talk all things mead - a fermented honey drink dating back centuries. Tom and Esther's efforts may not be supremely drinkable but as ever they make the best of it and there's a whole host of interesting facts along the way - as well the story of how these two have stuck together for 25 years - they must be doing something right! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for updates from the hive Hos...
The Honey Show
October 29, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThere's something for everyone this week as Esther sets out to the National Honey Show. Honey producers and bee keepers alike flock to this show to show off their produce as well as catch up on all the latest honey, bee and pollinator news. Esther went on a fact finding mission meeting old friends and new and finding out all about all manner of bee related topics - stick on a brew and get your ears round this bumper episode! Unfortunately Jane's still off filming Bloods, but was very jeal...
S5 Ep.3 Honey Show!
October 29, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThere's something for everyone this week as Esther sets out to the National Honey Show. Honey producers and bee keepers alike flock to this show to show off their produce as well as catch up on all the latest honey, bee and pollinator news. Esther went on a fact finding mission meeting old friends and new and finding out all about all manner of bee related topics - stick on a brew and get your ears round this bumper episode! Unfortunately Jane's still off filming Bloods, but was very jeal...
S5 Ep. 2 Pickles, Honey and Mead (with Rachel de Thample)
October 22, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBEsther's flying solo this week while Jane's away to interview the fabulous Rachel de Thample - who is in charge of fermentation and bees at River Cottage. Hear all about how to make your own sauerkraut, the Bees at River Cottage and how Esther rates husband Tom's mead! For more on Rachel follow her at @dethample and River Cottage @rivercottagehq to find out more about her fermentation courses. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick podcast - follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for more pictures from ...
Pickles, Honey and Mead (with Rachel de Thample)
October 22, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBEsther's flying solo this week while Jane's away to interview the fabulous Rachel de Thample - who is in charge of fermentation and bees at River Cottage. Hear all about how to make your own sauerkraut, the Bees at River Cottage and how Esther rates husband Tom's mead! For more on Rachel follow her at @dethample and River Cottage @rivercottagehq to find out more about her fermentation courses. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick podcast - follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for more pictures from ...
A Spoonful of Honey (with Nicola Bradbear)
October 15, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBHurray for Series 5! This week the girls are joined by Nicola Bradbear from Bees for Development - helping train up future beekeepers in developing countries to start their own sustainable honey production. It's a fascinating ep and Nicola is such a brilliant, inspiring guest - Jane and Esther loved it. For more about Bees for Development and how you can support and find out more, go to https://www.beesfordevelopment.org Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures from the pod a...
S5 Ep 1. A Spoonful of Honey (with Nicola Bradbear)
October 15, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBHurray for Series 5! This week the girls are joined by Nicola Bradbear from Bees for Development - helping train up future beekeepers in developing countries to start their own sustainable honey production. It's a fascinating ep and Nicola is such a brilliant, inspiring guest - Jane and Esther loved it. For more about Bees for Development and how you can support and find out more, go to https://www.beesfordevelopment.org Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures from the pod a...
S4 Ep. 10 Propolis and Burritos
September 10, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBOn the allotment, in their very own version of Breaking Bad, Jane and Esther attempt to become propolis tincture manufacturers on a grand scale. Their maths may not be up to the task, but Esther's homemade burritos and apple cake will lessen the pain of disappointment. Finally the girls end the season, to Jane's joy, sampling Esther's summer honey. Delicious. Follow us for updates on the hive and the girls @queenbeespod Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast...
S4 Ep. 9 Unbeelievable with Sarah Orecchia
September 03, 2021 06:03 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn need of a boost after their battles with Covid, the girls invite founder of Unbeelievable Health, Sarah Orecchia to the show this week, who talks to the girls about the health benefits of propolis, royal jelly and pollen and how she too has become a honey addict. Find out more about Unbeelievable Health on instagram @unbeelievablehealth Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S4 Ep. 8 Naked Beekeeping
August 27, 2021 07:04 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBEsther updates Jane on everything that's been going on both at the hive in her garden and on the allotment - with some unexpectedly good news! And the title of this episode? You'll have to listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S4 Ep. 7 The Queens in Los Angeles
August 06, 2021 06:02 - 34 minutes - 32 MBPoor Esther's isolating and while she provides an update on the bees in her garden, the girls also reminisce about far flung trips. If you like a gossip and a giggle this is definitely the episode for you! Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures and videos from the hives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S4 Ep. 6 The Big Bee Field Trip (with Stephen Fleming)
July 30, 2021 10:17 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBEsther tells Jane all about her big field trip to Basingstoke to find a drone congregation area (DCA). Her guide for the day was Stephen Fleming (Co-editor of BeeCraft Magazine) and along the way Esther also found out some fascinating facts about bee keeping history but also visited some wonderful fields of lavender - a dream day out indeed. Packed full of facts and fun, and also a cheeky trip to the pub! Thanks to Stephen Fleming and www.bee-craft.com Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast wit...