{"podcast":{"title":"Chuck Cook Podcast","slug":"chuck-cook-podcast-7171776","podcast_index_feed_id":7171776,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/chuck-cook-podcast/feed.xml","website_url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/chuck-cook-podcast","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/chuck-cook-podcast/20250116_080106_11a76dfcb34711bbc40423b02c2d71d2.png","author":"Chuck Cook","episode_count":89,"summary":"Welcome to The Chuck Cook Podcast where aviation expertise intersects with autonomous technology and sustainable innovation. Hosted by Chuck Cook—a retired US Navy Commander, Airbus A321 Captain, and pioneering Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta tester—this podcast dives into the forefront of aviation, autonomy, and the technologies shaping our world. With over three decades of flying experience and a passion for pushing technological boundaries, Chuck shares unparalleled insights into the evolution of autonomous systems. From his extensive testing of Tesla’s FSD software to tackling real-world challenges like unprotected left turns, listeners gain a behind-the-scenes look at how AI is transforming mobility and safety. But this podcast is about more than just tech. Chuck delves into his diverse passions, including beekeeping, arboriculture, aquaponics, and keto coaching, offering practical tips and thought-provoking discussions on sustainable living and environmental stewardship. Whether it’s advice on maintaining healthy hives, exploring cutting-edge agriculture, or optimizing health through keto, Chuck provides a wealth of actionable knowledge. Each episode brings a unique blend…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-22T16:17:27.275585+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776"},"episode":{"title":"Beekeeping with Chuck - A Hyperdrive of Apairy Updates and Queen Checks","slug":"beekeeping-with-chuck-a-hyperdrive-of-apairy-updates-and-queen-checks","published_at":"2026-03-12T15:34:54+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776/beekeeping-with-chuck-a-hyperdrive-of-apairy-updates-and-queen-checks","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/chuck-cook-podcast/2622957","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/311524/2622957/chuck-cook-podcast/2026_03_12_15_32_44_1dd33a34-8a0b-448e-a751-ab134a50bb62.mp3","summary":"🐝🔬 Ready to take your apiary to the absolute next level? From brilliant DIY yard hacks to high-tech queen breeding, Chuck is taking us on a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of the bee yard! Ever wondered if using UV-reflective paint on your mating nucs actually helps your bees navigate? Curious about how a simple kitchen silicone mat can completely revolutionize how you process slum gum? Or maybe you're just wondering exactly when you should actually start panicking about a queenless split? 📍 Highlights in this episode: ✅ Build the ultimate DIY solar wax melter (and learn why your latitude matters!) ✅ Discover why wild swarms might actually be your best source for mite-resistant genetics ✅ Learn how to \"listen\" to your hive's roaring to decode hygienic behaviors ✅ Get an exclusive look at top-tier instrumental insemination equipment for queen breeding ✅ Steal Chuck’s genius silicone baking sheet hack for perfectly clean, non-stick wax processing ✅ Walk through a real-time hive inspection and learn the true timeline for mating virgin queens 🎙️ Whether you're a backyard hobbyist or an advanced queen breeder, there's a technique in this episode you'll want to try! Hit play to join the apiary tour, and let us know in the comments: what's your favorite DIY beekeeping hack? Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an update from the yard! #BeekeepingHacks #QueenRearing #ApiaryLife #BeeBreeding #HoneyBees #DIYBeekeeping #BeekeepersOfInstagram","meta_description":"🐝🔬 Ready to take your apiary to the absolute next level? From brilliant DIY yard hacks to high-tech queen breeding, Chuck is taking us on a fascinating be…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2122,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776/episodes/beekeeping-with-chuck-a-hyperdrive-of-apairy-updates-and-queen-checks/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776/beekeeping-with-chuck-a-hyperdrive-of-apairy-updates-and-queen-checks.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}