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Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles

Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles

Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles

10/11/2023

Witchcraft, Singing and M-mmmead (with Chris Park)

Chris Park - Druid, traditional beekeeper, storyteller, brewer and all round Iron-age man, joins the Queens around Esther's dinner table. It's a session of mead drinking, ritual celebrations for the end of summer, plenty of historical bee and language facts and just a little bit of singing. Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the record. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast. Produced by Claire Broughton and John Wakefield Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
25/11/2022

Honey Down Under (with Anna Carrucan)

Anna Carrucan, botanist, second generation bee-keeper and owner of the BUUKAAR WAARUUNG Boutique Apiary and Artisan Honey company in Australia joins Esther down the line - time zones aligned! - to talk about the onset of spring in Australia, what trials the bees in her part of the world face, but also the breadth of different forage that produces such tasty and medicinally important honey. Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the record. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 min
11/11/2022

Bee News with Paula Carnell

Join Esther and friend of the pod Paula Carnell, Head Beekeeper at The Newt in Somerset, Global bee consultant and honey sommelier as they talk about what the unseasonal weather is doing to their bee colonies and how the native Black Bee is making a comeback! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

41 min
21/10/2022

LUSH life (with Mark and Simon Constantine)

Jane and Esther are joined by the founder of LUSH Mark Constantine and his son Simon Constantine, one time subject of his dad's cosmetic testing and now running the fabulous Carey's Secret Garden as well as special projects for LUSH. There's talk inevitably of the joy of bath bombs, and how they were developed for a serious reason, as well as all the work LUSH does in terms of supporting action for change (for the better) and spearheading fantastic conservation projects. All with a liberal sprinkling of fun anecdotes along the way. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for pictures from the hive and the allotment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

46 min
25/12/2020

S2 Ep. 6 Christmas Candlemaking

The girls try their hand at making beeswax hand dipped candles, ably assisted by Esther's friend and fellow bee-keeper Lynn. Mince pies and mulled wine may have been harmed in the making of this show... Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

33 min
03/02/2021

Jane Horrocks

Little Voice legend Jane Horrocks locks her bike up outside and joins Jools and Jim for a chat. The Olivier, BAFTA and Golden Globe nominated actress and singer reminisces over singing on the hills of Lancashire and flying on Concorde, and she tells Jim and Jools about her “slow but angry” approach to the road. Jim recounts hitchhiking to the Isle of Wight; plus they discuss favourite train stations, being a nosey parker, and wanting to be pushed around in a giant Silver Cross pram… A Dig! Studions / Warner Music Entertainment podcast. Produced by Joel Grove. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

37 min
18/12/2020

S2 Ep. 5 Vic Reeves

The brilliant Vic Reeves (aka Jim Moir) joins Esther and Jane down the line to talk all things bees, birds and why everyone should try a bit of cheese with their Christmas cake this year. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
02/04/2021

S3 Ep. 3 Trees'n'Bees

After Esther has a quick look into the hives, the girls are joined by tree surgeon Rick Meldon who talks about the importance of eco piles for insects and also his experiences encountering bees in his line of work. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod For more info on Rick, visit Rick Meldon Treelife https://r-meldon-tree-life.business.site/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40 min
24/06/2022

Anyone For A Paddle?

Esther's off to visit Jane in Brighton where she gets a tour round her bee-friendly communal gardens, Jane cooks her delicious lunch and then they're off to the beach! Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on @queenbeespod for pictures from the grand day out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 min
14/05/2021

S3 Ep. 9 Cocktail Hour!

Join the girls for a late night record this week as they sup a cocktail and catch up on the latest drama from the hives. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on Instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

36 min
29/07/2022

From Brad Pitt to Prince William

Esther's longtime friend actress Indra Ove joins the show this week while Jane's off on an acting job. The girls are on a mission to collect some honey from the hives to take to Indra's cast mates in her latest show Jerusalem but along the way Esther quizzes her on her past acting jobs and how her family were recently honoured at the Palace. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Production Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

45 min
14/10/2022

Kombucha and Robber Bees

Time for a good old catch up this week. Esther's been making kombucha with her own scoby starter, and talk turns to fungi and ferments. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Production Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

34 min
16/04/2021

S3 Ep. 5 Laughter Therapy

Jane's been spring cleaning her windows and Esther's made a quick trip to see what's what at the hive. There's mixed news, but as ever, there's a positive plan to get on with things and a bit of laughter therapy to end the show. For more information on the Brighton Festival mentioned in this week's show please visit https://brightonfestival.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 min
07/05/2021

S3 Ep. 8 Streaker Bees!

Streaker bees, why you should keep a diary for posterity and how the bees can predict the weather in this ep as Stephen Fleming, co-editor of Beecraft magazine joins the girls down the line. A brilliant expert and a fab guest. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

42 min
22/10/2021

Pickles, Honey and Mead (with Rachel de Thample)

Esther's flying solo this week while Jane's away to interview the fabulous Rachel de Thample - who is in charge of fermentation and bees at River Cottage. Hear all about how to make your own sauerkraut, the Bees at River Cottage and how Esther rates husband Tom's mead! For more on Rachel follow her at @dethample and River Cottage @rivercottagehq to find out more about her fermentation courses. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick podcast - follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for more pictures from the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40 min
03/08/2020

S1: Trailer

Coming Soon! Join Jane Horrocks as she chats to longtime pal Esther Coles; writer, actress and bee-keeper, about all things bees, as well catching up on current happenings and past memories, as only best pals can. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 min
04/09/2020

Ep 2. Beekeeping 999

There's some sad news about the Monkons colony this week, oddly echoing the current situation we humans find ourselves in. Nonetheless, Esther has a plan for how to keep her other colonies going, and if anyone can do it - Esther can! The ladies also chat to Alison Benjamin from Urban Bees about her knowledge of all things bee, and discuss the different types of bees to be found in the UK. Follow us @queenbeespod on instagram. Find out more about Urban Bees and their work here: www.urbanbees.co.uk Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 min
06/08/2021

S4 Ep. 7 The Queens in Los Angeles

Poor Esther's isolating and while she provides an update on the bees in her garden, the girls also reminisce about far flung trips. If you like a gossip and a giggle this is definitely the episode for you! Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures and videos from the hives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
03/12/2021

Bee Quiz with Tom

Esther's asked Tom if she can practice her quizmaster skills on him, and as a bribe, she's brought some more mead for him! Test your bee knowledge on these questions and maybe learn a few things in the process. Thanks to Bees for Development for letting us use their questions. If you'd like to donate to Bees for Development and find out about their work, please visit www.beesfordevelopment.org Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 min
27/05/2022

Singing with Len

Jane's having a clear out so has brought Esther some pre-loved housewares, which leads to a discussion on why we're all hoarders at heart. Meanwhile Len, Esther's new dog has decided he wants to feature...There's seedlings to prick out though and homemade soup to eat too. Lastly, news about Olive, the colony of bees from Esther's garden - brace yourselves... Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Recorded and edited by John Wakefield Produced by Claire Broughton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40 min