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Recently, a listener brought up the subject of Re-Wilding honey bees in the comments after discussing Honey Bees as the Poster Child for the Save the Bees movement.  So, in today's beekeeper chat, John and Nathalie attempt to tackle the concept of "Re-Wilding" and whether this is a good idea or not.  Turns out, it is not an easy subject and there are a lot of variables that can make the concept go either way. Tune in now to learn more!   (Original Air Date: Feb 22nd, 2023)

Today Nathalie and John discuss whether the fact that the Honey Bee has become the Poster Child of the "Save the Bees" movement is a good thing, or if it could have it's own unintended consequences.  There are pros and cons to both sides of this, and of course it all depends on how you look at it.  Tune in now, and let us know what you think about this scenario...   (Original Air Date: Feb 15th, 2023)

This week, John and Nathalie discuss their preferred queen rearing methods.  What strategies have they tried, what has worked well and what hasn't, and do they agree on the best practices?  Tune in now to learn more...   (Original Air Date: Feb 8th, 2023)

your own beekeeping operation without stepping on the toes of those who might have mentored you along the way.  Are there ways to avoid these types of situations from the start, and what if you find yourself in the middle of this type of situation unintentionally?  Tune in now to learn more...   (Original Air Date: Feb 1st, 2023)

In today's Beekeeper Chat, Nathalie and John discuss some new research that shows the potential side effects of OA (Oxalic Acid) treatments and the impacts it has on developing larvae.  Tune in now to learn more...   (Original Air Date: Jan 25th, 2023)

In today's beekeeper chat, Nathalie and John tackle a couple of listener questions regarding the use of plywood or OSB boards when building hives, as well as the effects on newly drawn wax when feeding sugar.  Tune in now to learn more...   (Original Air Date: Jan 18th, 2023)

The USDA has recently approved the 1st vaccination for Honey Bees!  This specific vaccination is to help colonies guard against AFB infections, also know as American Foulbrood disease.  Tune in now to hear Nathalie and John's take on this new concept for beekeeping!   (Original Air Date: Jan 11th, 2023)

John and Nathalie are back to kick off the new year with a bang!  But, unfortunately John has experienced another setback in his beekeeping journey... as have a few others out there in Bee Land.  Plus, the pair tackle a listener question about whether a hive population is too big to be condensed down.  Tune in now to learn more...   (Original Air Date: Jan 4th, 2023)

Just in time for Christmas, the gang is all back together to bring you the 2023 year in review!  Catch up with John, Nathalie and Ken as they recap the stats from the podcast over the last year.  

Just in time for the Holiday weekend, Nathalie and John are up early and decked out in their holiday PJs to bring you one final Beekeeper Chat for 2022.  The pair recap some of the past episodes from this year, as well as theorizing what the new year might hold for each of them.  Tune in now and help us wrap up 2022!   P.S.   From all of us here at The Hive Jive, we wish you and yours a very happy, warm, and safe holiday season!   P.S.S.  John apologizes in advance, again, for not having the correct mic turned on... yet again...  Soooo Sorry!   (Original Air Date: Dec 24th, 2022)

Today John and Nathalie discuss a hot button issue on the pros and cons of Honey Queen/Princess programs at the various levels of local clubs to national associations.  While there are many benefits to such programs, could some aspects be a bit outdated... and potentially undermine the whole point of the program?  Tune in now to hear some honest opinions from two people who have been in the middle of such programs...   *And John apologizes in advance for not having the correct mic turned on...   (Original Air Date: Dec 21st, 2022)

This week Nathalie and John discuss the touchy subject of volunteering at the different levels of various bee associations and clubs.  From the local town club, to county clubs, and state associations, there can be a very drastic range of options, commitments, and personalities to deal with.  Have you ever volunteered to help out your favorite bee club?  Do you want to?  Should you?  Tune in now to learn more, but brace yourself as this could be a sticky subject!   (Original Air Date: Dec 14th, 2022)