{"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 - January 3 2026 - The Beginning of My Bee Season","slug":"beekeeping-with-chuck-january-3-2026-the-beginning-of-my-bee-season","published_at":"2026-01-03T19:46:51+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776/beekeeping-with-chuck-january-3-2026-the-beginning-of-my-bee-season","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/chuck-cook-podcast/2427155","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/311524/2427155/chuck-cook-podcast/2026_01_03_19_46_17_a1523d39-9e6c-4e37-8b62-e15161f76dd5.mp3","summary":"🍯🌿 It’s January in Zone 9B, and that means the maples are budding and the vacation is over! The 2024 beekeeping season is kicking off early, so it's time to get off the sofa and get back into the apiary. 🤔 Are you accidentally triggering a March swarm by overfeeding your bees right now? Wondering how to stop your sugar water from fermenting without using bleach? Curious about how to manage explosive colony growth using the Demaree method? 📍 Highlights in this episode: ✅ Why the \"beekeeping year\" actually starts in January for the Southeast ✅ The DIY ball-valve bucket hack that makes feeding mess-free ✅ Using Thymol in syrup to prevent fermentation and boost hive health ✅ The delicate balance of stimulating hives without causing early swarms ✅ Plans for VSH queen rearing and instrumental insemination classes ✅ Real-time hive inspections: How to spot a dead-out vs. a sleeper ✅ Choosing the right gear: Top feeders vs. in-frame deep feeders 🎙️ Grab your smoker and join me as we crack some lids! Let me know in the comments how your overwintered hives are looking. #Beekeeping #BackyardBeekeeping #ApiaryLife #Zone9B #HoneyBees #SustainableBeekeeping","meta_description":"🍯🌿 It’s January in Zone 9B, and that means the maples are budding and the vacation is over! The 2024 beekeeping season is kicking off early, so it's time…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1936,"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-january-3-2026-the-beginning-of-my-bee-season/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-january-3-2026-the-beginning-of-my-bee-season.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}