In this episode, we talk about the right (and wrong) ways to move bees to a new location. Whether you’re relocating a hive two miles or two hundred, learn how to minimize stress, avoid major bee loss, and keep your colonies thriving. Plus, updates on swarm season and new traps at the property! 🐝 What’s Inside This Episode: How far honey bees can re…

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In this episode, we dive deep into how honey bee colonies are structured and why understanding bee behavior can make you a calmer, more effective beekeeper. We cover the different castes of bees, what drives their daily decisions, how pheromones regulate everything inside the hive, and tips to work with your bees, not against them. What’s Inside Th…

This week on Advice Guys, Josh, J. Chris, and Hannah get dragged into the absolute worst-case scenarios of modern love, friendship, and office rage. A happy hour almost turns into a street fight, a surprise proposal nearly ruins a “perfect” relationship, a guy is hopelessly into women who are all married (is it a curse?), and one friend may have ju…

From pub patio swarms in England to rooftop hives in Chicago—and even yoga sessions with bees—this Bees in the News installment covers the weird, the wonderful, and the just plain “what?” in the world of bees. What’s Inside This Episode: A 3,000-bee swarm descends on a British pub mid-pint Chicago hotel rooftop bees add sweetness to guest stays New…

Ghosting in business — It's the norm, now Shannon Sharpe allegedly went blind with a boner, and he's kind of in it, but I will teach you how to not lose 100 million dollars. Also — did the Boston Marathon bombing boost ratings? If you’re already offended, buckle up. The U.S. is now offering $5,000 per baby, so we’re launching a fertility cult and "…

So… you open the hive and don’t see any eggs. Panic sets in. Did she die? Did they swarm? Did you crush her?! In this episode, we walk through how to tell whether your colony is actually queenless—and what to do if it is. What’s Inside This Episode: Real reasons your queen might be gone False alarms that trick new beekeepers into requeening too soo…

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This week on Advice Guys, a woman falls for a mysterious stranger on the train and considers becoming a commuter stalker to find him, a guy secretly ships a vibrator to his college crush in Italy while living with his long-term girlfriend, and one couple’s breakup turns into a full-on custody battle… over a dog. Plus, can a glam brunch girl survive…

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Requeening a hive is one of the most important, and sometimes most confusing, tasks beekeepers face. Whether your queen is failing, gone, or just not cutting it, knowing how and when to step in can make or break your colony’s productivity. What’s Inside This Episode: How to tell if your queen is gone (and why no eggs doesn’t always mean queenless) …

You ever get wrecked so hard you start questioning reality? Cool. Same. This week, we’re talking about what happens after the dream gig disappears, after the footage is gone, after the thing you thought would change everything… doesn’t. Because here’s the truth no one brags about on Instagram: Winning isn’t shiny. It’s not clean. Half the time, it …

Ever hear beekeepers talk about the "Demaree split" and wonder what it actually is? Spoiler alert: it's not a real split. In this episode, we walk through the Demaree Method of Swarm Control, a smart hive reorganization technique that helps manage swarm urges without creating a new colony. What’s Inside This Episode: What the Demaree Method is (and…

Rev. Seth Yi

Newberg Church of Christ

First Baptist Church of Newberry Michigan

Swarming is a natural part of honey bee biology—but that doesn’t mean it has to happen in your apiary. In this episode, we break down the triggers that lead to swarms and the proactive steps you can take to reduce the risk. From adding supers to splitting strong colonies, we’ll cover what works, what’s optional, and what to avoid. What’s Inside Thi…

You’re not gonna believe what Hannah’s new nickname is. This episode has it all: Weezer’s bassist and his wife versus the police, a dangerously revealing game of “Who Would You Rather,” expert advice on how not to get shot, a heated debate about freedom, and a step-by-step guide to surviving in your car. It’s unhinged, it’s helpful, it might get us…

In this episode, we break down the fundamentals of hive inspections—from timing and tools to what to look for and what to leave alone. Whether you’re in your first season or your tenth, this guide will help you inspect your hives with confidence, purpose, and minimal disruption to your bees. What’s Inside This Episode: • Why inspections are critica…

Rev. Seth Yi

First Baptist Church of Newberry Michigan

🔥Strap in for the most dangerously inspiring episode of The Newberg Pod yet — where we ask the unaskable: What do you do when you've already DONE IT?! 🧠💥 We’re cracking the code on how to attract everything you want without chasing it, unpacking the dark art of routines that actually work, and spiraling into a chaotic spiral of jokes, wordplay, and…

If you’re about to install bees — or just did — this episode walks you through what to expect during the first 30 days of a new colony. From queen acceptance to feeder strategies and early inspections, we’ll help you avoid common mistakes and start your beekeeping season strong. What’s Inside This Episode: Quick overview of packages vs. nucs Why qu…

Rev. Seth Yi

This week on Newberg & Hannah: Hannah opens up about emotional pain, Newberg combats it with unstoppable positivity, and the tells you how to get cast on the TV show of your dreams (yes, seriously). Plus: a neighbor meltdown so unhinged you’ll swear it was scripted—and other tales of chaos, clarity, and accidental wisdom. You do not want to miss th…

Over half a million downloads, a top 1.5% global ranking, and Feedspot’s Top 10 Beekeeping Podcast award — we’re celebrating some milestones and diving into an essential skill: keeping records. Whether you're a hobbyist or aspiring pro, your beekeeping notes matter. In this episode, we cover the importance of documentation, what to record for each …