The Bee's Knees
Jacy Meyer
Bees are intelligent, compassionate creatures responsible for 90% of the world’s food. They contribute to sustainable farming, biodiversity, environmental protection, and more. Listen in to learn about the wonderful world of native bees and how you can nurture the literal busy bees of Mother Nature.
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Bee Blooms: The English Edition
The Bee's Knees
02/05/24 • 13 min
Creating a bee-friendly garden is not only rewarding but also essential for supporting bee populations and maintaining biodiversity. By planting a variety of native flowers, considering the nutritional value of plants, and providing nesting places, you can make a significant impact on the well-being of bees in your area.
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Season 2: Bee Inspired!
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01/08/24 • 1 min
Season 2 is coming on February 6! This season I want us all to Bee Inspired to do a little more to support native bees. Listen now to find out what 2024 has in store for The Bee’s Knees!
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Beyond Honeybees: The Importance of Wild Bees in Farming
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12/18/23 • 9 min
Is there one all-powerful pollinator? One that can efficiently pollinate every crop, in every environment, all over the world? Many people believe that the honey bee is such a mighty insect. But actually, wild bees are twice as effective in pollinating crops. Dr. Lucas Garibaldi shares insight from his global study looking at pollination services beyond the honey bee.
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12/04/23 • 13 min
Imagine leisurely walking through your local park and stumbling upon a neglected area. The grass is overgrown, there are patches of barren soil, and the flowers appear to be in disarray. But upon closer inspection, you'll see that the space is full of life. Bees are buzzing, butterflies are fluttering, and the flowers are charming. You've found a pollinator plot: a natural piece of land carefully monitored to support the native bee population. In this episode, Anja Proske introduces us to Germany's Wild Bee Project.
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Sleepyheads: The Effects of Insecticides on Bee Sleep
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11/20/23 • 12 min
Native bees and other pollinators are under threat because of widespread pesticide use. But how exactly do these insecticides affect them, and more importantly, the pollination work so critical to our food supply? We talk with researcher Kiah Tasman to find out.
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The Buzz on Pesticides: How Exposure Affects Bee Health
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11/06/23 • 16 min
Pollinators worldwide are dying, which is extremely worrying, especially for bees. We need bees for their pollination services but also to support biodiversity. We know pesticides have devastating consequences for bees, but how do they affect them in the long term? Today’s guest, Dr. Clara Stuligross, decided to find out.
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The High Cost of Pollinator Loss
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10/16/23 • 3 min
Today’s episode looks at the worldwide decline of pollinators and its effects on human health. Insect pollination is crucial in growing vital and nutritious foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes. Unfortunately, many crops are receiving inadequate pollination due to the scarcity and lack of variety of pollinating insects. This impacts our healthy food supply.
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Nature Recovery: Connecting Spaces for Bees
The Bee's Knees
03/18/24 • 14 min
Let’s talk about the challenges wild and native bees face, with a particular focus on habitat loss. Beyond just the scarcity of floral resources, we’re looking at the often-overlooked aspect of nesting site depletion when natural landscapes are transformed for agriculture or urban development. My guest Aaron Bhambra introduces us to lowland heath, an internationally threatened ecosystem, and the tormentil mining bee, an endangered species.
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Bee-friendly Lawns: Mowing Less is a Big Win for Bees
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04/01/24 • 20 min
Let your lawn become a haven for bees! Did you know that by mowing less and nurturing the wildflowers that bring them joy, you can support bee abundance and diversity? Today, we’re talking with Dr. Susannah Lerman about her research study that found mowing lawns less can be a simple and cost-effective way to support bee populations without the need for replacing lawns or creating separate pollinator gardens.
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Dandelions: Healthy Fast Food for Bees
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02/19/24 • 13 min
Fast food for bees? A quick meal isn’t often the healthiest. But a lack of food is one of the biggest threats to bees. However, there’s a bright yellow tasty and nutritious bee food source that unfortunately many of us get rid of because it’s considered a weed. Today, Dr. Philip Donkersly tells us why we should let dandelions, the ever-present blooms of sunshine, thrive.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Bee's Knees have?
The Bee's Knees currently has 53 episodes available.
What topics does The Bee's Knees cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Conservation, Home & Garden, Environment, Nature, Podcasts, Science and Sustainability.
What is the most popular episode on The Bee's Knees?
The episode title 'Bee Blooms: The English Edition' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Bee's Knees?
The average episode length on The Bee's Knees is 14 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Bee's Knees released?
Episodes of The Bee's Knees are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of The Bee's Knees?
The first episode of The Bee's Knees was released on Jan 10, 2023.
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