A podcast wild about native bees
Understanding the importance of rare and declining bee species has become increasingly vital as biodiversity continues to face global threats. Today we’re looking at a study that delved into the role these bees play in pollinating three types of wildflowers …
From Bees to Biodiversity: Shaping the Future of Ecosystem Services (Ep. 35) Read more »
This past spring has seen devastating flooding happening on nearly every continent. One country not immune to the disastrous effects of climate change is Australia. No person, animal or landscape can escape the consequences the climate crisis is bringing. Sometimes, …
Common agricultural practices don’t always take the good health of bees into consideration. Agriculture needs bees, and we need agriculture. Besides monoculture farming practices, the use of pesticides is another major bee stressors in these types of landscapes. In this …
Bumble Bees and Pesticides: How Agricultural Practices Threaten Wild Bees (Ep. 33) Read more »
Research has shown that on a bee-per-bee basis, wild bees can be more effective pollinators than honey bees. This is especially true when it comes to pollinating fruit trees. Native bees emerge sooner than honey bees and even many species …
Fruitful Futures: Growing Orchards for Native Bees (Ep. 32) Read more »
When we nourish bees, we nurture biodiversity. But the complex nutritional requirements of bees are not fully researched or understood. In this episode, we take a foodie journey to understand what fuels these tiny pollinators and discover a world beyond …
Buzzworthy Bites: A Deep Dive into the Nutritional Habits of Bees (Ep.31) Read more »
In honor of World Bee Day and the International Day of Biodiversity, we explore how bees are pivotal in combating climate change, supporting agriculture, and supporting economies worldwide. And we confront the challenges they face: habitat loss, intensive farming, pesticides, …
Justina Block is the founder and CEO of Osmia Bee in the United States. She’s on a mission to raise awareness about native bees and create supportive environments for them. Her work has led to remarkable, science-backed initiatives that can …
Buzzing Backyard Biodiversity: Fostering Native Bee Habitats (Ep. 29) Read more »
Lawns are often dismissed as inhospitable environments for bees, but today we’re challenging this notion. Beyond the grass, lawns harbor various species of flowers such as dandelions, clovers, violets, and more. These small flowers are treasure troves of nectar and …
Bee-friendly Lawns: Mowing Less is a Big Win for Bees (Ep. 28) Read more »
Today we’re focusing on the threats faced by wild and native bees in terms of loss of habitat. I have an insightful conversation with Aaron Bhambra who sheds light on the critical challenges that native bees are currently encountering due …
Nature Recovery: Connecting Spaces for Bees (Ep. 27) Read more »
With climate change impacting biodiversity and insect populations, including bees, finding solutions for their conservation is critical. Loss of habitat is a big bee stressor and we can support bees by making sure they have the floral resources they need. …
Native vs. Non-Native: Examining the Effects of Pollinator-Friendly Plantings (Ep. 26) Read more »