In this episode, we explore the unexpected — and surprisingly beneficial — relationship between bees and cannabis. 🐝🌿

Host Steven Acedo dives into how male hemp plants provide pollen to hungry bees, why cannabis might support pollinators in late-season gaps, and how growers can help bees thrive with just a few small additions to their grow space.

In this episode:

• 🐝 Do bees actually visit cannabis plants?
• 🌾 What growers can do to support pollinators
• 💧 Why every garden should have a Bee Raft
• 🧠 How cannabis fits into a larger ecological system

Whether you’re a cannabis cultivator, pollinator protector, or just curious — this one’s got some buzz.

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This Mother’s Day, we’re honoring more than just the moms in our lives — we’re celebrating the flowers they love and the bees that help them bloom. 🌸🐝

In this heartfelt episode of the Bee Raftin’ Podcast, host Steven Acedo takes you through the deep, beautiful connection between Mother’s Day, flowers, and the pollinators behind it all. From roses to peonies, sunflowers to zinnias, we explore how bees make our bouquets possible — and how you can give back to them in return.

You’ll also learn:

• The history of Mother’s Day (and why carnations started it all)
• The top bee-friendly flowers moms adore
• How Bee Rafts keep pollinators hydrated and safe
• Ways to make your garden more pollinator-friendly this spring

Whether you're celebrating, remembering, or simply reflecting — this episode is a quiet tribute to love, resilience, and the bees that help everything bloom.

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This Cinco de Mayo, we’re serving up more than just tacos and margaritas — we’re dishing out the bee facts behind your favorite fiesta foods! 🌽🍅🥑 In this special episode of the Bee Raftin’ Podcast, host Steven Acedo explores how bees are the unsung heroes behind avocados, salsa, peppers, limes, and more. You’ll learn how pollinators power the ingredients that bring Mexican cuisine to life — and how bees have been part of the culture and ecology of Mexico and the Southwest for centuries. From ancient Mayan beekeeping to modern-day pollinator partnerships, this episode is a celebration of resilience, heritage, and our buzzing allies. We’ll also share easy ways you can help bees this season — including using Bee Rafts to provide safe hydration stations in your garden, pool, or patio. Because without bees, there’s no fiesta. 🌐 Learn more at www.beeraft.com 🎧 Subscribe for more bee facts, seasonal episodes, and eco-action tips!