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Attic Bee Podcast

Attic Bee Podcast

著者: Jodie Schram
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概要

Welcome to The Attic Bee Podcast, where the fascinating world of honeybees meets inspiring conversations and nature-centered living. What began as a platform spotlighting women in beekeeping has blossomed into a comprehensive exploration of all things bees and beyond.

Join us for in-depth interviews with women making their mark in the beekeeping world, alongside episodes exploring nature therapy, the rich history and cultural significance of honeybees, modern beekeeping practices, pollinator-friendly gardening, and the intricate connections between bees, people, and the natural world. Whether you're a seasoned beekeeper, a curious beginner, or simply someone who appreciates nature's wonders, The Attic Bee Podcast offers something to inspire and inform.

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博物学 社会科学 科学 自然・生態学
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  • Gardening for Honeybees in the Mid-Atlantic
    2026/01/24

    Transform your garden into a thriving honeybee sanctuary with this guide tailored specifically for mid-Atlantic gardeners!

    Honeybee populations are facing unprecedented challenges from habitat loss, pesticides, and disease. But here's the good news: your garden—no matter how small—can make a real difference. In this episode, we explore how to create a pollinator paradise that provides essential food sources for honeybees from early spring through late fall.

    In This Episode, You'll Discover:

    Trees for Bees: Early bloomers like willows and red maples, powerhouse nectar producers like black locust and linden trees, and why fruit trees are pollinator goldmines

    Shrub Superstars: From witch hazel's winter blooms to Summersweet's late-season flowers, learn which shrubs provide the most bang for your buck

    Perennial Favorites: Season-by-season recommendations including native bee balm, purple coneflower, asters, goldenrod, and more

    Annual Additions: Quick-growing flowers like cosmos, sunflowers, and borage that fill gaps and provide continuous forage

    Avoiding Hidden Dangers: How to identify and avoid plants treated with neonicotinoids—systemic pesticides that poison the very pollinators you're trying to help

    The Water Factor: Why bees need water and how to create safe drinking stations they can actually use

    Key Takeaways:

    • Plant selection strategies for continuous bloom from February through October
    • Where to find organic, pesticide-free plants and seeds
    • Design principles for creating effective pollinator habitat
    • How even small spaces like balconies can support bee populations

    Whether you're working with a sprawling yard or just a few containers, this episode gives you the tools to support these essential pollinators while creating a beautiful, thriving garden.

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation
    • High Mowing Seeds (organic seed source)
    • Johnny's Selected Seeds (organic seed source)
    • Seed Savers Exchange
    • Local cooperative extension services
    • Native plant societies

    Perfect for: home gardeners, beekeepers, environmental advocates, native plant enthusiasts, and anyone interested in sustainable landscaping practices.

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    21 分
  • Meditating With Honeybees
    2026/01/15

    Ever wonder why beekeepers seem so zen? There's actual science behind it.

    In this episode, I'm sharing why working with bees is naturally meditative—and how simply sitting in front of a hive can offer profound therapeutic benefits.

    We explore:

    • Why bees demand complete presence (no wandering mind allowed!)
    • How the hum of a hive affects your nervous system
    • The unique benefits of meditation with living creatures
    • Practical ways to experience bee meditation yourself

    Whether you're a beekeeper or simply curious about nature-based mindfulness, this episode will change how you think about these remarkable creatures and might just transform your relationship with meditation.

    #BeeMeditation #Beekeeping #Mindfulness #NatureTherapy #Meditation #Honeybees #Beekeeper #MindfulLiving #NatureConnection #Biophilia

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    20 分
  • Treasures of the Hive
    2026/01/10

    Think bees only make honey? Think again! Our latest episode explores the incredible hidden treasures of the hive, from ancient beauty secrets to modern medical miracles.

    Discover how beeswax, propolis, royal jelly, bee pollen, and even bee venom have been used for thousands of years and why science is now validating these traditional remedies.

    From Egyptian mummies to your medicine cabinet, from Roman battlefields to luxury skincare, these tiny insects produce an entire pharmacy, beauty counter, and hardware store all in one hive.

    Listen now to learn which hive product was called "nature's Botox" and why hospitals use another for wound care!

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    18 分
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