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    Beekeeping – Short and Sweet

    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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    Episode 381: The Honey Room Mar 01, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: The past week has been all about the move home. I’m glad to say the office is getting there, but the honey room, well, that’s another story!

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 381 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.

    Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.

    Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances

    Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026

    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

    The Beekeeper's Dictionary website

    Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.

    Support the show


    Episode 380: A Successful Beekeeping Season Feb 22, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: We have a few weeks yet until the start of the new beekeeping season. How can I make sure this year is as successful for my bees and me as it can possible be? Stay tuned to hear my thoughts and plans.

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 380 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.

    Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.

    Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances

    Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026

    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

    The Beekeeper's Dictionary website

    Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found here

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.

    Support the show


    Episode 379: Buying a Honeybee Nucleus Colony Feb 15, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: We’ve had some sunny weather for a change, I’ve been able to get out to an Apiary full of nucleus colonies. So this week, as promised, my take on what to look out for if you’re thinking of buying a nucleus colony for the start of the new season.

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 379 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.

    Please support us throught affiliate links below, they cost you nothing and help us continue to produce our content.

    Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances

    Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026

    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

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase.

    Support the show


    Episode 378: Snow Covered Apiaries Feb 08, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: With the recent appearance of snow in our apiaries there’s a belated Christmassy feel to the scene, not that it lasted very long at all for me here in Norfolk. We’ve been feeding warm fondant to some of our nucleus colonies and that’s triggered a social media response, listen in and I’ll explain exactly what I’ve been up to.

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 378 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.

    Please support our main sponsor and advertiser:

    Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances

    Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


    Episode 377: My Beekeeping Plans 2026 Feb 01, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: A very Happy New Year to you all. It's a chilly start to 2026 so I've stayed in the office and figured now would be a good time to spill the beans on my beekeeping plans for the coming year.

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 377 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.

    Please support our main sponsor and advertiser:

    Hive Five Multi Guard Entrances

    Beekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


    Episode 376 My Beekeeping Review 2025 Jan 18, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: With just a few days left before Christmas I thought it an opportune moment to reflect back on the beekeeping year that was 2025. The highs, the lows and the ups and the downs! All feeding in to my plans for 2026.

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 376 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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


    Episode 375: Don't Stop Hefting Jan 11, 2026
    Show notes

    In this week's Podcast: We’re well into December now, fast approaching the Winter Solstice, that shortest day of the year. Then we’re on the slow road back to Spring and all the fun that the warmer weather brings us, but what’s going on in our hives right now, here’s what I think……

    Hi, I’m Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 375 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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


    Episode 374: Pollen Microscopy for Beekeepers Jan 04, 2026
    Show notes

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


    Episode 373: Boiling Frames or Not? Dec 28, 2025
    Show notes

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


    Episode 372: Rescuing a Colony? Dec 21, 2025
    Show notes

    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 Here
    • Stewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click Here
    • Twitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our Feed
    • Instagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great Photographs
    • Sign Up for my email updates by visiting my website here

    Amazon 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


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