The Hive Jive - Beekeeping Podcast explores beekeeping practices and the industry. Beekeeping has become increasingly popular in the US. This podcast can be a good resource for beekeepers of all levels.

John Swan hosts The Hive Jive. His passion is educating others about beekeeping and its importance. He is a certified master beekeeper and has managed over 200 honey bee colonies. John served as vice president and director for the Texas Beekeepers Association. He founded Wicked Bee, which provides apiary and bee removal services and sells honey.

The host shares his beekeeping expertise on the podcast and interviews various people in the industry. Nathalie B. sometimes cohosts the show. She is also the host of the Natural Beekeeping Corner podcast.

Each week's beekeeper chat on the podcast considers a critical topic related to beekeeping. John discusses the fundamentals of hive management and maintenance. He explains how to set up a hive and care for the bees. John also speaks about how the seasons can affect hive management. Discussions include protecting hives from diseases, pests, and bears. He also provides tips for honey extraction and handling honey bee swarms.

Guests are usually beekeepers who share their advice and cautionary tales. They speak about common beekeeper problems, such as procrastination, improvising, or supply issues. Another regular topic on the podcast is the queen bee. Episodes center on egg fertilization and how to keep the hive leader happy.

The show features several debates. John and a guest discuss whether honey bees compete with native bees. The podcast brainstorms new ideas, such as 3D-printed hives or treatment-free beekeeping.

The Hive Jive - Beekeeping Podcast offers thorough discussions on running a beekeeping business. The podcast is a comprehensive resource for today's beekeepers. Each episode is around 30 to 60 minutes long. New episodes come out several times a month.