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Plain Talk: Box Hives (176)

Honey Bee Obscura Podcast - April 25, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
In this enlightening episode, Jim takes listeners on a historical journey through the evolution of beekeeping hives. Delving into the storied past of traditional box hives, Jim reflects on a unique box hive he acquired, which was originally built in 1853—the same year L.L. Langstroth revolutioni...

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Arthro-Pod EP 157: The Cicadas of North America with Alie Kratzer

Arthro-Pod - April 21, 2024 20:57 ★★★★★ - 56 ratings
Welcome bug lovers to our latest episode! Asa vast swath of the eastern US prepares for the "double brood" emergence of the various Magiccicada species, we here at Arthro-Pod got to meet up with engineer, entomologist, and author Alie Kratzer to talk about her new book, "The Cicadas of North Ame...

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Jesus: The Final Revelation of God!

Radio Tambua - April 19, 2024 14:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In the Old Testament, God spoke to Adam, Noah, Moses and many others. He did this in many ways—such as parables, prophecy, dreams, visions and angelic visitations. Yet these revelations were never complete. But we no longer need to seek visions or go to prophets to know God. Why? Because as th...

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Can Christians Be Demon Possessed?

Radio Tambua - April 18, 2024 16:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
“Deliverance ministries” are everywhere in Africa. Are you sick? Unable to have children? Maybe your finances are bad. If so, there is surely a “ministry” near you that promises to cast out the demon behind your problem! But is such “deliverance” what the Bible teaches? Rodgers Atwebembeire brin...

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Hope in the Midst of Suffering

Radio Tambua - April 18, 2024 16:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Suffering is a common experience for all people everywhere. In the midst of it we can feel far from God—or even rejected by Him. Is there hope for believers who suffer? In this compelling message, Rodgers Atwebembeire explains how Psalm 22 can help us not just endure suffering well, but glorify ...

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Plain Talk: Leftover Honey (175)

Honey Bee Obscura Podcast - April 18, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
In this episode, Jim explores the practical aspects of dealing with "less-than-pristine" honey, an inevitable challenge for many beekeepers. Throughout the discussion, Jim shares personal anecdotes and insights from his extensive experience, providing a nuanced look at what beekeepers can do wit...

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Hammerhead Shark

Beyond Blathers - April 16, 2024 04:00 - 34 minutes
This week we're finally talking about another shark: the hammerhead! Listen to learn more about their iconic head shape, how they're doing in the wild, and much more! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a monthly donation and receive stickers and prints in th...

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Small but Fierce Eastern Screech Owls

Walkin' on the Wild Side - April 14, 2024 12:00 - 26 minutes
Gabrielle is back in the podcast chair and this time, we're talking about my favorite owl, the Eastern Screech Owl (Megascops asio).   These little owls may be small, but they are fierce and formidable predators that keep our rodent and insect population in check!  Join us on our back porch "pod...

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Lost Queens (174)

Honey Bee Obscura Podcast - April 11, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
In this episode, hosts Jim Tew and guest Anne Frey, delve into the intriguing and sometimes baffling phenomenon of beekeepers being unable to locate their hive's queen. Whether you're an experienced beekeeper or just starting, losing sight of your queen can stir a mix of mystery and panic. But a...

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GB 324 Q&A - Nitrogen Sources. Soil for a Raised Bed.

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred - April 09, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 167 ratings
Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout. Pictured:  Pizza Pie Crop Rotation Garden Links:  Subscribe to the free, Beyond the G...

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How We’re Connected to The Plants We Evolved With

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - April 05, 2024 14:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Humans don’t just grow plants because they are beloved. They have functions in the garden as well. Whether they’re grown for trap cropping, companion planting, or for cultivation, there are social and cultural elements that led us to co-evolve with plants.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://...

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323 Gold Medal Plant Winners. Thin Your Fruit Trees Now!

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred - April 05, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 167 ratings
Each year the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society puts out its list of Gold Medal winning Plants. Usually these plants are chosen for their adaptability to the mid-Atlantic region of the United States. This year, the chosen plants have a much wider range of possible success, including USDA Zone 9...

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How Did We Learn To Eat Beans

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - April 04, 2024 14:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
If you have ever wondered how humans learned what wild foods were edible, you’re not alone! It took a lot of involved, sustained effort by our ancestors, who gnawed on plants for eight to ten hours per day. The story of how we consumed beans is one fascinating example of how we learned to cook fo...

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Plain Talk: Honey Bee Eggs (173)

Honey Bee Obscura Podcast - April 04, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
In this episode, Jim Tew takes listeners on an intricate journey into the life of a honey bee egg, uncovering its quiet but highly active existence. Despite the challenge of discussing such a microcosmic topic, Jim eloquently demystifies the complexities surrounding the initial stage of a bee's ...

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When Melons Got Sweet

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - April 03, 2024 14:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Did you know that melons weren’t the lucious sweet fruit we adore today? The melons of medieval times were more like gherkins. It wasn’t until growers cultivated melons and cross-bred them enough that they ripened to sweetness. This caused a massive melon craze. Epic Gardening Shop Homepage:  ht...

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Agriculture and Pandemics

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - April 02, 2024 14:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Interestingly, pandemics were much less common before the development of agriculture. As we gained proficiency growing food, we dealt with various offsets that led to higher incidences of disease. Margot discusses the factors related to these here.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic...

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322 Q&A Transplant a Fruit Tree? How to Remove a Stuck Plant From a Nice Pot

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred - April 02, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 167 ratings
Q&A Transplanting Old, Large, Fruit Trees? (segment begins at 00:25) Q&A Why Are My Radishes Only Producing Leaves? (7:10) Q&A Remove an Overgrown Plant from a Nice Pot Without Breaking It? (12:19) Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for G...

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Ladybug with Dr. Jessica Ware

Beyond Blathers - April 01, 2024 22:00 - 54 minutes
This week we're so excited to be joined by entomologist and evolutionary biologist Dr. Jessica Ware to talk about the ladybug, or ladybird beetle! We also got to talk to Dr. Ware about her PBS show, Insectarium; her experience as a curator; her work as a co-founder of Entomolgists of Color; and ...

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A Gardener At The End Of The World

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - April 01, 2024 14:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
The COVID-19 lockdown changed the way Margot Kelley practiced gardening. Not only did it become the most hardcore gardening year for her, it also gave her more motivation to cultivate life. By buckling down in the summer, she was prepared for winter.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage:  https://growe...

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The Carolina Pleistocene - The Age of Mega Mammals with Dr. Steve Fields

Walkin' on the Wild Side - April 01, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes
Well, with Gabrielle traveling, I had to do this podcast on my own, but I'm not flying solo, I have a special guest!  Join Dr. Steve Fields and I on location from the Museum of York County for a fabulous exhibit and discussion about the Pleistocene Epoch in the Carolinas.  It's hard to believe t...

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Arthro-Pod EP 156: Nuptial Gifts, the Packages of Love

Arthro-Pod - April 01, 2024 01:43 ★★★★★ - 56 ratings
  Hello lovers of bugs, as well as bugs who are in love! In today's episode, we take a journey through the world of nuptial gifts within the arthropods and find out why sometimes it is best to wrap a gift before trying to go on a date. Tune in to learn the basics of why nuptial gifts exist and...

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Hot Landscaping Trends (& What’s Next)

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - March 29, 2024 14:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
As a leader of marketing at Bailey Nurseries, Ryan McEnaney is in the know about the hottest trends in landscape design. While nostalgic plant varieties are always of interest, new and unique landscape designs are also important.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3vpwi06 Botanic...

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321 Spring Rose Care Basics - Diseases and Insects

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred - March 29, 2024 10:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 167 ratings
From now through Mother’s Day, roses will start putting on their first and best show across the country. What do your rose bushes need to get off to a good start in early Spring? Master Rosarian Charlotte Owendyk of the Sierra Foothills Rose Society talks about getting ahead of early spring rose...

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Nursery Sustainability Practices

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - March 28, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Because nurseries can be such a huge operation with plenty of offsets, having sustainable practices looped into their daily activities is important. At Bailey, Ryan and his team use different production techniques, from rainwater capture, to using recycled materials. Epic Gardening Shop Homepage...

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Observing Queen Anomalies with Anne Frey (172)

Honey Bee Obscura Podcast - March 28, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
In this intriguing episode, Jim Tew and Anne Frey delve into the unexpected and often perplexing world of queen bee behavior and physiology that diverges from the norm. This episode explores the rare but fascinating occurrences that beekeepers might encounter with their queens, ranging from fain...

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How Are New Plant Varieties Made?

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - March 27, 2024 14:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
While propagating plants is fairly easy, developing cultivars with desired traits can take several generations. There are a lot of surprises in the process, too. Ryan McEnaney of Bailey Nurseries provides a little BTS look at the company’s focus on creating new plants. Epic Gardening Shop Homepa...

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Behind The Scenes of a Wholesale Nursery

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - March 26, 2024 14:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
How do plants get to the nursery, and into home gardens? Wholesale nurseries are the source! Behind every nursery is a huge operation, usually with a focus on particular types of plants. Bailey Nurseries is one example of this model. Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3TziF6u Bota...

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320 Q&A Citrus, Cats, Tomatoes

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred - March 26, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 167 ratings
Questions from listeners include: Why Your Citrus Tree Leaves May Be Yellowing (at 00:24 of podcast) Cat-Proofing Your Raised Bed Garden (13:03) Good Tomato Seed Sources (17:44) Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Fa...

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Horticulture As A Career

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - March 25, 2024 14:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Horticulture is an industry full of opportunity. Many of the people working at Bailey Nurseries, for instance, started their careers simply from their love of plants. A job in Horticulture does not require a degree. Ryan McEnaney of Bailey Nurseries is a testament to this statement. Epic Gardeni...

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319 How to Plant and Care for a Shade Tree

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred - March 22, 2024 10:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 167 ratings
Today, we cover the basics of correctly planting and caring for a shade tree. We chat with consulting arborist Gordon Mann, who reminds us, when it comes to choosing a spot to plant a shade tree, it’s all about the soil. Plus, he explains the importance of correct planting techniques, especially...