Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

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A Beekeeping Podcast for the Inquisitive Beekeeper with a Short Attention Span! BeeFarmer, YouTuber (The Norfolk Honey Company, Patreon Host (www.patreon.com/norfolkhoney), Beekeeping mentor to 1000's of beekeepers worldwide via my social media channels, Facebook and Instagram.

  1. Episode 374: Pollen Microscopy for Beekeepers

    1 DAY AGO

    Episode 374: Pollen Microscopy for Beekeepers

    In this week's Podcast: Happy December everyone, and with activity slowing down around the apiaries it’s an ideal time to dust down the microscopes and see what’s floating around in some of our honey samples. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 374 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Some of my Favourite Microscopy Books: Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by DOrothy Hodges Rex Sawyer's Pollen Identification Pollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret Adams The Pollen Landscape by Joss Bartlett Pollen Microscopy by Norman Chapman The National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HERE Bee Aware Varroa Information can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    18 min
  2. Episode 373: Boiling Frames or Not?

    28/12/2025

    Episode 373: Boiling Frames or Not?

    In this week's Podcast: I’ve spent a bit of time at the workshop sorting through old super frames and trying to decide what’s the best way forward in terms of cleaning or not. Do we spend time and money boiling them, or is it better all round to consign them to the bonfire and start over? Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 373 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances The National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HERE Bee Aware Varroa Information can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    18 min
  3. Episode 372: Rescuing a Colony?

    21/12/2025

    Episode 372: Rescuing a Colony?

    In this week's Podcast: The colder weather is upon us and it now feels like it should in November! I’ve been out and about around our apiaries and decided to rescue a small colony rather than let them die. I’m not sure if this is sensible or just a waste of time and effort. Listen in for the full sorry saga. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 372 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances The National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HERE Bee Aware Varroa Information can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    18 min
  4. Episode 371: Storm Claudia

    14/12/2025

    Episode 371: Storm Claudia

    In this week's Podcast: Storm Claudia hits and it feels like the rain will never stop. I’ve been having a go at building a hive and still haven’t been able to sort out my colony that’s been attacked by wasps. Here’s this week’s beekeeping updates. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 371 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances The National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HERE Bee Aware Varroa Information can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    17 min
  5. Episode 370: Honeybee Pests and Diseases - Part 3

    07/12/2025

    Episode 370: Honeybee Pests and Diseases - Part 3

    In this week's Podcast: Having discussed the more serious pests and diseases that can affect our colonies, it’s time to finish off our Varroa chat and conclude with some of the less problematic issues that we sometimes encounter. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 370 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances The National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HERE Bee Aware Varroa Information can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    18 min
  6. Episode 369: Pests and Diseases - Part 3

    30/11/2025

    Episode 369: Pests and Diseases - Part 3

    In this week's Podcast: With Autumn slipping away and Winter on the horizon my thoughts continue to be filled with helping our colonies survive to next Spring. Feeding is complete, Autumn treatments removed, but the challenge of the Varroa mite goes on. With that in mind, here’s part two of pests and diseases.  Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 369 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances The National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HERE Bee Aware Varroa Information can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    16 min
  7. Episode 368: Pests and Diseases - Part 1

    23/11/2025

    Episode 368: Pests and Diseases - Part 1

    In this week's Podcast: After sharing my recent experiences with Chronic Bee Paralysis Virus I’ve had a number of requests to discuss, more widely, honeybee diseases. What to look out for and how they impact our honeybees. So, let’s kick off with possibly the nastiest ones of them all, the foul brood diseases! Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 368 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances The National Bee Unit can be found HERE Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    19 min

  8. 16/11/2025

    Episode 367: Destruction of a Honeybee Colony

    In this week's Podcast: It’s a bit of a somber mood in the office today as it’s been a rather sad end to the week. I’ve carried out the colony destruction on the hive with a heavy infection of CBPV and in today’s podcast I’ll explain the process and what happens next. Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 367 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet. Please support our main sponsor and advertiser: Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here Thorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive  Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment here The Beekeeper's Dictonary on Amazon The Beekeeper's Dictionary website The National Bee Unit can be found HERE Here are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts. Asian Hornet book by Sarah Bunker The Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew Durham Gardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaning Stainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside. Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb. Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey Company VMD Website: Click HERE Join Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways: Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost you any more but helps fund my podcast hosting site.  Support the show

    17 min
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A Beekeeping Podcast for the Inquisitive Beekeeper with a Short Attention Span! BeeFarmer, YouTuber (The Norfolk Honey Company, Patreon Host (www.patreon.com/norfolkhoney), Beekeeping mentor to 1000's of beekeepers worldwide via my social media channels, Facebook and Instagram.

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  • Creator
    Stewart Spinks
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    375
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Stewart Spinks - The Norfolk Honey Company Ltd
  • Show Website
    Beekeeping - Short and Sweet

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