EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 5 MIN
NYC’s First Rooftop Beekeeper
from Onomatopoeia · host Columbia Journalism School
In this episode, Alice Harrison profiles David Graves, New York City’s original rooftop beekeeper. Nearly 30 years after creating his first urban hive, Graves remains dedicated to his craft, adapting to both personal hardships and the pressures of a changing climate.
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