{"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":"How I Chose my VSH Breeder Queen This Year","slug":"how-i-chose-my-vsh-breeder-queen-this-year","published_at":"2026-02-14T15:18:22+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776/how-i-chose-my-vsh-breeder-queen-this-year","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/chuck-cook-podcast/2548853","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/311524/2548853/chuck-cook-podcast/2026_02_14_15_17_21_6e103acb-701b-48e9-8101-d78cc5bf6816.mp3","summary":"🐝👑 Is it time to let nature take the wheel in our apiaries? We’re back for grafting day, but Chuck is dropping some serious hot takes on Varroa management and why his best breeder queen this year came straight from the wild! 🤔 Are we actually making the Varroa problem worse in the US by constantly treating our hives? 🧬 Could a random wild swarm actually hold better genetics than expensive, famous breeder lineages? 👀 What does a full, unedited grafting sequence look like when you're over 50 and need \"cheater\" glasses? 📍 Highlights in this episode: ✅ The controversial decision to stop ALL chemical treatments (including Oxalic!) ✅ Why this year's H4 breeder queen is marked \"Wild\" instead of a famous lineage ✅ Comparing US beekeeping struggles to Cuba’s treatment-free success ✅ A step-by-step look at the grafting process using Chinese tools ✅ Understanding the difference between commercial constraints and hobbyist freedom ✅ How to manage cell starters and finishers for optimal queen acceptance ✅ The harsh reality: Is nature beating us at our own game? 🗣️ We want to hear from you—are you team treatment or team nature? Drop your thoughts in the comments below and hit subscribe to follow the progress of these wild grafts! #Beekeeping #QueenRearing #VarroaMites #TreatmentFree #ApiaryLife #GraftingDay #SustainableBeekeeping","meta_description":"🐝👑 Is it time to let nature take the wheel in our apiaries? We’re back for grafting day, but Chuck is dropping some serious hot takes on Varroa management…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1384,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/chuck-cook-podcast-7171776/episodes/how-i-chose-my-vsh-breeder-queen-this-year/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/how-i-chose-my-vsh-breeder-queen-this-year.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}