Parhaat Queen Esther Podcastit (2024)

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Witchcraft, Singing and M-mmmead (with Chris Park) 35:09

1y ago35:09

35:09

Chris Park - Druid, traditional beekeeper, storyteller, brewer and all round Iron-age man, joins the Queens around Esther's dinner table. It's a session of mead drinking, ritual celebrations for the end of summer, plenty of historical bee and language facts and just a little bit of singing. Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the re…

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Precious Honey 30:55

1y ago30:55

30:55

Jane and Esther meet the founders of new honey company Australian Rare, Natalie Bussau and Rick Bains, to talk about their very special honey from Western Australia. Rigorously tested, their honey comes from an area of the world that prides itself on the biodiversity of its surroundings as well as being completely pest free. All this comes at a hig…

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Catch up with the Queens 27:03

1y ago27:03

27:03

A homemade lunch for Jane from Esther and a catch up with the bees in Esther's garden hives. Esther also shares a cache of old letters she's found in her shed. Keep up with the Queens on instagram @queenbeespod and also - if you can believe it - on Tiktok at the same handle. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast featuring Jane Horrocks, Esther Coles an…

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A Summer Garden Party (bonus episode) 14:44

1+ y ago14:44

14:44

Hello Bee-lovers! Here's a mini episode to celebrate Bees For Development recorded at their annual garden party. For more about Bees for Development listen to our episode with Nicola Bradbear (Season 5 Episode 1) Do visit their website or find them on instagram to find out more about the work they do around the world. To see more pictures from our …

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Christmas with Paul Tonkinson 28:09

2y ago28:09

28:09

Join Esther for a christmassy last episode of the series as she welcomes friend Paul Tonkinson - writer, comedian and host of podcast 'Running Commentary' to make candles, gingerbread and have a good old gossip. Perfect for listening to while wrapping your presents! Merry Christmas to all our listeners. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast. This week'…

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Anabel Kindersley from Neal's Yard 25:15

2y ago25:15

25:15

Esther's delighted to have a chat this week with Anabel Kindersley co-owner of natural and organic health and beauty brand Neal's Yard Remedies, talking about sustainable business, her love of natural remedies and how one in three mouthful's of food we eat is thanks to pollinators including bees which is why their survival is so important. To find …

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Honey Down Under (with Anna Carrucan) 26:07

2y ago26:07

26:07

Anna Carrucan, botanist, second generation bee-keeper and owner of the BUUKAAR WAARUUNG Boutique Apiary and Artisan Honey company in Australia joins Esther down the line - time zones aligned! - to talk about the onset of spring in Australia, what trials the bees in her part of the world face, but also the breadth of different forage that produces s…

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Bee News with Paula Carnell 40:37

2y ago40:37

40:37

Join Esther and friend of the pod Paula Carnell, Head Beekeeper at The Newt in Somerset, Global bee consultant and honey sommelier as they talk about what the unseasonal weather is doing to their bee colonies and how the native Black Bee is making a comeback! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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A Million Herbs with Rochenda Sandall 35:39

2y ago35:39

35:39

Esther's lovely pal actress Rochenda Sandall comes over for a great chat about all things herbal, both for cookery and medicinal purposes. There may even be herby biscuit up for grabs... Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…

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Pickled Chillis with Tom 23:54

2y ago23:54

23:54

Esther and Tom are pickling home grown chillis this week. Tom's done his research on chilli facts and has also prepared a 'special' cocktail for Esther to celebrate the event. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures from the records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

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LUSH life (with Mark and Simon Constantine) 46:10

2y ago46:10

46:10

Jane and Esther are joined by the founder of LUSH Mark Constantine and his son Simon Constantine, one time subject of his dad's cosmetic testing and now running the fabulous Carey's Secret Garden as well as special projects for LUSH. There's talk inevitably of the joy of bath bombs, and how they were developed for a serious reason, as well as all t…

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Kombucha and Robber Bees 33:36

2y ago33:36

33:36

Time for a good old catch up this week. Esther's been making kombucha with her own scoby starter, and talk turns to fungi and ferments. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Production Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Being A Positive Nuisance (with Robin Maynard) 42:48

2y ago42:48

42:48

Robin Maynard started his career researching the effects of the Chernobyl disaster on the UK for Friends of the Earth and is renowned as an activist and campaigner - always for more sustainable practices to look after the planet. In this episode the girls chat about fast consumerism, the healing power of a walk in the forest, and why there should b…

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The Fabulous Arthur Parkinson 44:20

2y ago44:20

44:20

**NEW SEASON** Esther and Jane are back! Joined this week by expert flower arranger and chicken saviour Arthur Parkinson. After chat and lunch at Esther's, the gang take a stroll to the allotments to meet one of Esther's allotment friends who is indebted to Arthur for advice on how to grow the best dahlias. There's discussion about how imperfect ga…

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From Brad Pitt to Prince William 45:20

2+ y ago45:20

45:20

Esther's longtime friend actress Indra Ove joins the show this week while Jane's off on an acting job. The girls are on a mission to collect some honey from the hives to take to Indra's cast mates in her latest show Jerusalem but along the way Esther quizzes her on her past acting jobs and how her family were recently honoured at the Palace. Queen …

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Ecky Thump! 33:16

2+ y ago33:16

33:16

Where to stick your icepacks to keep cool in the heat... how everything's crisping up at the allotment... what is constellation therapy... and a chat about why our wild fenland is so important. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Produced by Claire Broughton Recorded and Edited by John Wakefield Follow us on instag…

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Back To The Bees 32:21

2+ y ago32:21

32:21

We're back to the allotment this week as Esther's had a swarm to contend with - but there's northern vowel chat and silliness as usual, get stuck in! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for pictures from the hive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Anyone For A Paddle? 25:46

2+ y ago25:46

25:46

Esther's off to visit Jane in Brighton where she gets a tour round her bee-friendly communal gardens, Jane cooks her delicious lunch and then they're off to the beach! Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on @queenbeespod for pictures from the grand day out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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Ice Cream Van Wars 42:07

2+ y ago42:07

42:07

Esther's back at Arabella Weir's to see how her veg are doing, but will cost per potato be worth it in the end? Hear about Esther's not-to-be-replicated childhood bad habits and Arabella brings back one of her Fast Show characters - no offence! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Produced by Claire Broughton Recorded and edited by John Wakefield Foll…

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Keeping The Lawnmower (just in case) 36:34

2+ y ago36:34

36:34

Esther's been stuck at home this week so Jane gives her a call to cheer her up. Along the way there's a catch up from Chelsea, scattering ashes, what the bees have been up to and of course, why you should always have a spare lawnmower. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast created and presented by Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles Recorded and Edited by J…

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Let Me Just Finish This Mouthful 29:26

2+ y ago29:26

29:26

Jane's round Esther's to check out her vertical planting solutions and her new garden bees, but first of all (and most importantly) lunch! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for pictures from the show Queen Bees is produced by Claire Broughton and John Wakefield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Singing with Len 40:04

2+ y ago40:04

40:04

Jane's having a clear out so has brought Esther some pre-loved housewares, which leads to a discussion on why we're all hoarders at heart. Meanwhile Len, Esther's new dog has decided he wants to feature...There's seedlings to prick out though and homemade soup to eat too. Lastly, news about Olive, the colony of bees from Esther's garden - brace you…

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Planting with Arabella Weir 29:52

2+ y ago29:52

29:52

Jane's off filming so friend of the show Arabella Weir asks Esther over to help her plant her veggies for the season. Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod on instagram for pictures from the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Off To The Allotment 29:05

2+ y ago29:05

29:05

*NEW SEASON* We're kicking off the new season talking about growing your own whether you have an allotment, a window box or a window sill. There'll be planting, emotional chats, impressions of landladies and of course, cake. Come and join the girls for some lunch and chat down on the allotment. (ps. mini bee update coming soon!) Follow us @queenbee…

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Santa and his Saw 22:10

3y ago22:10

22:10

Esther and Tom get to make their candles after all, with varying success, with Tom treating us to a musical number to celebrate the season. Happy Christmas listeners! Queen Bees is a Hat Trick Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Two Queens In A Pod 31:48

3y ago31:48

31:48

Esther thinks she's making candles with Tom tonight until she gets a surprise call - could we have a reunion on our hands? Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us @queenbeespod for updates from the show on instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Bee Potion (with Katharine O'Brien) 25:32

3y ago25:32

25:32

Esther has a fascinating chat this week with Katharine O'Brien, founder of Bee Potion who are an ethical, all-natural skincare and wellbeing company that has sustainability, education and ecology at the heart of the business. She talks about becoming a bee-keeper, the social enterprise nature of her business, and we also meet Honey, her aptly named…

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Bee Quiz with Tom 28:38

3y ago28:38

28:38

Esther's asked Tom if she can practice her quizmaster skills on him, and as a bribe, she's brought some more mead for him! Test your bee knowledge on these questions and maybe learn a few things in the process. Thanks to Bees for Development for letting us use their questions. If you'd like to donate to Bees for Development and find out about their…

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Skep making (with Paula Carnell) 36:43

3y ago36:43

36:43

Jane's still off filming in her ambulance so Esther's putting her time to good use by welcoming the lovely Paula Carnell back to show her how to make traditional woven skep! If you're interested in learning how to make a skep follow Paula on instagram @paula.carnell or visit her website www.paulacarnell.com for details of her courses and skep makin…

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Mead with Tom 32:03

3y ago32:03

32:03

Tom finally makes it centre stage this week as he and Esther talk all things mead - a fermented honey drink dating back centuries. Tom and Esther's efforts may not be supremely drinkable but as ever they make the best of it and there's a whole host of interesting facts along the way - as well the story of how these two have stuck together for 25 ye…

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The Honey Show 39:53

3y ago39:53

39:53

There's something for everyone this week as Esther sets out to the National Honey Show. Honey producers and bee keepers alike flock to this show to show off their produce as well as catch up on all the latest honey, bee and pollinator news. Esther went on a fact finding mission meeting old friends and new and finding out all about all manner of bee…

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Pickles, Honey and Mead (with Rachel de Thample) 40:14

3y ago40:14

40:14

Esther's flying solo this week while Jane's away to interview the fabulous Rachel de Thample - who is in charge of fermentation and bees at River Cottage. Hear all about how to make your own sauerkraut, the Bees at River Cottage and how Esther rates husband Tom's mead! For more on Rachel follow her at @dethample and River Cottage @rivercottagehq to…

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A Spoonful of Honey (with Nicola Bradbear) 39:58

3y ago39:58

39:58

Hurray for Series 5! This week the girls are joined by Nicola Bradbear from Bees for Development - helping train up future beekeepers in developing countries to start their own sustainable honey production. It's a fascinating ep and Nicola is such a brilliant, inspiring guest - Jane and Esther loved it. For more about Bees for Development and how y…

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S4 Ep. 10 Propolis and Burritos 28:13

3y ago28:13

28:13

On the allotment, in their very own version of Breaking Bad, Jane and Esther attempt to become propolis tincture manufacturers on a grand scale. Their maths may not be up to the task, but Esther's homemade burritos and apple cake will lessen the pain of disappointment. Finally the girls end the season, to Jane's joy, sampling Esther's summer honey.…

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S4 Ep. 9 Unbeelievable with Sarah Orecchia 34:46

3y ago34:46

34:46

In need of a boost after their battles with Covid, the girls invite founder of Unbeelievable Health, Sarah Orecchia to the show this week, who talks to the girls about the health benefits of propolis, royal jelly and pollen and how she too has become a honey addict. Find out more about Unbeelievable Health on instagram @unbeelievablehealth Queen Be…

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S4 Ep. 8 Naked Beekeeping 35:53

3y ago35:53

35:53

Esther updates Jane on everything that's been going on both at the hive in her garden and on the allotment - with some unexpectedly good news! And the title of this episode? You'll have to listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S4 Ep. 7 The Queens in Los Angeles 34:59

3+ y ago34:59

34:59

Poor Esther's isolating and while she provides an update on the bees in her garden, the girls also reminisce about far flung trips. If you like a gossip and a giggle this is definitely the episode for you! Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod for more pictures and videos from the…

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S4 Ep. 6 The Big Bee Field Trip (with Stephen Fleming) 48:15

3+ y ago48:15

48:15

Esther tells Jane all about her big field trip to Basingstoke to find a drone congregation area (DCA). Her guide for the day was Stephen Fleming (Co-editor of BeeCraft Magazine) and along the way Esther also found out some fascinating facts about bee keeping history but also visited some wonderful fields of lavender - a dream day out indeed. Packed…

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S4 Ep. 5 Bike Cold Turkey 28:37

3+ y ago28:37

28:37

Need a giggle? In this episode, as Jane forgets her headphones, the girls are on zoom and have devised a foolproof system to show who's talking when - what could go wrong! Bee stories aplenty and news from both the hives on the allotment and the suprisingly active elderly bees in Esther's back garden. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles …

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S4 Ep. 4 Magic Forage with Liz Knight 38:31

3+ y ago38:31

38:31

This episode after an audio disaster, we salvaged a brilliant interview with fabulous Liz Knight - Queen of Forage - and all round fantastic person. Esther gamely stepped in to re-record questions to guide us through the interview, as Jane has been under the weather this week with the dreaded lurgy. Jane and Esther will be back together next week. …

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S4 Ep. 3 Bee Safari! 30:09

3+ y ago30:09

30:09

Alison Benjamin from Urban Bees takes the girls on a bee safari around Esther's allotment in this episode. Amongst the beautiful flowers, the girls spot Bumbles, Carder Bees and the teeny Scissor Bees. Head to our instagram @queenbeespod to see Alison's bee spotters guide and pictures from the record and tag us with your bee pictures from your plot…

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S4 Ep. 2 Honey Spinning with the Queens 32:20

3+ y ago32:20

32:20

Jane's wish has come true - the honey's in! Join Jane and Esther for an afternoon spinning the frames, with some helpers, to collect the spring harvest. Do be warned, you'll feel sticky even listening to this episode... More pictures of the fun on instagram @queenbeespod Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted o…

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S4 Ep. 1 Bumbly Bees 30:16

3+ y ago30:16

30:16

The ladies are back! Kicking off with a chat about the hordes of bumble bees in Jane's garden, Esther has also got news on incoming honey and an update on the hives. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Production. Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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S3 Ep.10 Borstal Bees 30:42

3+ y ago30:42

30:42

Last episode of the current series as the girls catch up about the latest goings on at the hives with Esther's defensive colony The Mancs off on a jolly holiday. As ever, honest stories about the highs and lows of beekeeping and plenty of giggles along the way. Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a…

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S3 Ep. 9 Cocktail Hour! 36:19

3+ y ago36:19

36:19

Join the girls for a late night record this week as they sup a cocktail and catch up on the latest drama from the hives. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on Instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S3 Ep. 8 Streaker Bees! 41:32

3+ y ago41:32

41:32

Streaker bees, why you should keep a diary for posterity and how the bees can predict the weather in this ep as Stephen Fleming, co-editor of Beecraft magazine joins the girls down the line. A brilliant expert and a fab guest. Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Follow us on instagram @queenbeespod Hosted on Acast.…

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S3 Ep. 7 Buzzing with the Drones 51:46

3+ y ago51:46

51:46

Esther and Jane are joined this week by Brian McCallum from Urban Bees - Esther's beekeeping mentor and former bee inspector. He's come to the hives to see what's up with the Italians and if the Buckfasts are managing to keep the varroa at bay. For more on Urban Bees visit www.urbanbees.co.uk Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat …

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S3 Ep. 6 Bonny Bees 32:57

3+ y ago32:57

32:57

Esther gives positive updates to Jane about the Buckfasts, while the prognosis is still looking a bit shaky for the Italians. There's also a lot of plant chat this week, Race you to the garden centre? Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is a Hat Trick Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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S3 Ep. 5 Laughter Therapy 30:17

3+ y ago30:17

30:17

Jane's been spring cleaning her windows and Esther's made a quick trip to see what's what at the hive. There's mixed news, but as ever, there's a positive plan to get on with things and a bit of laughter therapy to end the show. For more information on the Brighton Festival mentioned in this week's show please visit https://brightonfestival.org/ Ho…

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S3 Ep. 4 Moving The Swarm 35:50

3+ y ago35:50

35:50

Hurrah - Jane and Esther are together again at the plot! While Esther wants to move the Buckfast swarm of last year from their small premises to a bigger hive, Jane's marvelling at just how much honey they've already made. Lots of buzzing in this episode as clearly all the bees wanted to feature... Queen Bees with Jane Horrocks and Esther Coles is …

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