{"podcast":{"title":"Beekeeping Today Podcast","slug":"beekeeping-today-podcast-512758","podcast_index_feed_id":512758,"rss_url":"https://beekeepingtodaypodcast.libsyn.com/rss2","website_url":"https://www.beekeepingtodaypodcast.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/0/4/0/6/0406615616d1cfb2d959afa2a1bf1c87/BTPNewLogowithOutline-3000-20251231-dqbuga5w1y.png","author":"Jeff Ott","episode_count":436,"summary":"The weekly podcast bringing beekeepers the latest news, research, and insights on honey bees. Hosted by Jeff Ott and Dr. Becky Masterman, each episode features conversations with beekeepers, scientists, authors, and industry leaders. Whether you're just starting your first hive or managing hundreds, you'll find practical tips, fresh perspectives, and engaging stories to inspire your beekeeping journey.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-08T22:20:27.932171+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beekeeping-today-podcast-512758"},"episode":{"title":"Bonus Short -  Midwest Honey Bee Expo Interviews: Comb Honey Innovation and Feeding Solutions (Part 2)","slug":"bonus-short-midwest-honey-bee-expo-interviews-comb-honey-innovation-and-feeding-solutions-part-2","published_at":"2026-04-10T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beekeeping-today-podcast-512758/bonus-short-midwest-honey-bee-expo-interviews-comb-honey-innovation-and-feeding-solutions-part-2","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beekeeping-today-podcast-512758","url":"https://beekeepingtodaypodcast.com/short-midwest-honey-bee-expo-part-2","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beekeepingtodaypodcast/MHBE-Part-2.mp3?dest-id=2537132","summary":"In this Beekeeping Today Podcast Short , Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman continue their live coverage from the 2026 Midwest Honey Bee Expo, featuring two conversations focused on innovation in comb honey production and hive feeding systems. The episode begins with Mick and Madison Fry, creators of SimplKomb, a comb honey production system designed to simplify harvesting while reducing waste. Their approach integrates production and packaging into a single cassette that fits standard medium frames, allowing bees to build comb directly within the final retail container. The result is a cleaner workflow for beekeepers and a more accessible product for customers, especially those new to comb honey. In the second interview, Gary and Gigi Drumright of BRB Feeder share the story behind their hive-top feeding system. Designed to address common issues with jar feeding—such as water intrusion, inconsistent flow rates, and robbing—the BRB Feeder provides a controlled, weather-resistant solution that supports both colony nutrition and management efficiency. Together, these interviews highlight the creativity and problem-solving happening across the beekeeping community, where practical challenges inspire new tools and approaches for modern beekeepers. This is Part 2 of a multi-episode series recorded at the 2026 Midwest Honey Bee Expo. Featured Guests Mick Fry & Madison Fry – SimplKomb Gary & Gigi Drumright – BRB Feeder ______________ Brought to you by Betterbee – your partners in better beekeeping. Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities,…","meta_description":"In this Beekeeping Today Podcast Short , Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman continue their live coverage from the 2026 Midwest Honey Bee Expo, featuring two con…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1347,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/beekeeping-today-podcast-512758/episodes/bonus-short-midwest-honey-bee-expo-interviews-comb-honey-innovation-and-feeding-solutions-part-2/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beekeeping-today-podcast-512758/bonus-short-midwest-honey-bee-expo-interviews-comb-honey-innovation-and-feeding-solutions-part-2.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}