E147: Beekeeping with the Bee Whisperer

In this episode we sit down with the the Bee Whisperer, Michael Jordan. He'll share his knowledge of beekeeping, philisophical masterbation, and life lessons. ~ Beekeeping topics covered in this episode include: * Why do we need more beekeepers in the world * Why would someone want to get into beekeeping * How much work are bees to get started * How much work are bees once they get established * What is the minimum financial investment an Urban bee keeper would need to make * Why is it said that bees choose the keeper, and that it's not the other way around * What would you say are the common downfalls for most people that first get into bees * Who can people get over the fear of keeping bees * Is beekeeping a real moneky maker * Is beeking difficult * What does a Bee Suit usually run * How long does it really take to get to a place of being productive with beekeeping * What are the bee union hours * Are there alternatives to the typical honey bee * What is sustainable beekeeping * What's the latest news on coloney collapse? * What can people do to help bee populations? * What can people plant to feed honey bees? * Why would bees reject a hive and fly off? ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e147