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The Bug Tales Podcast
A collection of little tales told by Norfolk's Bug Man, Dr Ian Bedford about the good, the bad, the ugly and the beautiful bugs of Britain, providing information on the amazing world of bugs and their vital roles in sustaining ecosystems and their biodiversity in our countryside and gardens.
If you have a topic you would like us to cover in future episodes or if you have any general questions please contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford
Thanks for listening!
Episodes
63 episodes
Garden Slugs
Friend or foe? In this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast we join Dr Ian to learn about the slugs we often find lurking around our gardens. Thanks for listening!
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3:45
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Ectoparasites
Ticks, lice, fleas and mites! In this slightly gruesome episode of The Bug Tales Podcast we focus on Ectoparasites.Thanks for listening!
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3:51
Cabbage Bomb Aphids
The Cabbage Aphid has a secret survival weapon. Hear all about it on this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast with Dr Ian Bedford
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3:37
Ultraviolet Light
This week on the podcast the bug man is talking UV light and its effect on the insect world.
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3:12
Silverfish
Join Dr Ian as he talks about the fascinating 'Silverfish' bugs which can often be seen in and around our homes.
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2:57
Home Grown Veg
This week on the podcast Dr Ian will be talking about garden bugs, how they contribute to our garden ecosystems and how they can be managed.
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3:29
The Orange-tip Butterfly
Dr Ian is back just in time for Spring with this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast!This episode is dedicated to the Orange-tip butterfly. We hope you enjoy!
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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3:23
Marvellous Fruit Flies
In this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast, Dr Ian tells the tale of the marvellous but pesky fruit flies often seen hovering around our over ripe banana's.If you like this episode you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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3:06
Leaf Rolling Sawflies
If you're wondering who's rolling up the rose leaves at this time of year then take a listen to this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast. If you like this episode you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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3:23
Britain's Nature Recovery
Dr Ian Bedford talks ecosystems, biodiversity and conservation in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast.If you like this episode you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford.Thanks...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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3:21
Froghoppers
In this episode Dr Ian tells the fascinating tale of the Froghopper.If you liked this episode you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford.Thanks for listening!
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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2:52
Noctuid Moths
The Noctuid's are a diverse family of moths that can detect the ultrasonic calls of predatory bats. Listed to their fascinating tale in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast. Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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2:46
Sentient Animals
Are invertebrates more intelligent than we give them credit for? Dr Ian covers the topic in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast.Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequestsAlternatively...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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3:39
Invasive Insects
Red Lilly Beetles, Harlequin Ladybirds and Tree Bumblebees, Dr Ian talks about invasive insect species in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast. Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests<...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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3:59
Farming Insects
With our global population rapidly increasing, Dr Ian discusses the topic of using insects as a food source. Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequestsAlternatively you can contac...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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3:50
Small Tortoiseshell Butterflies
The small tortoiseshell is in decline as Britain's temperate climate gets warmer. Could it soon be lost forever? The Bug Man tells the tale of this iconic butterfly on this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast.Tell us what you ...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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4:08
Black Bean Aphids
Often referred to as Blackfly, the Black Bean Aphid is one of the most common aphids that we see in our gardens, Dr Ian tells us its interesting tale in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast.Tell us what you think of the podcast by foll...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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3:26
Spring Aphids
With Spring well underway we're seeing fresh new leaves and flowers appearing in the garden along with the appearance of this vital food source which sits at the bottom of the food chain. Should we eradicate these garden pests or l...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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3:31
Charles Darwin and the Earthworms
Are Earthworms intelligent? Charles Darwin thought they might be. Dr Ian tells us the story in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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3:24
Bee Flies
In this episode, the bug man tells the tale of the weird, wonderful and yet dastardly Bee Fly. Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequestsAlternatively you can contact us at TheBugT...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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2:51
Narcissus Bulb Flies
A likely cause of non-flowering Daffodils is The Narcissus Bulb Fly. Listen to this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast as Dr Ian tells us more. Tell us what you think of the podcast by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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3:57
Earwigs
Earwigs are beneficial insects that have become harder to find in our gardens over recent years so why do we call them plant pests? and why did our ancestors fear them?Dr Ian tells us the story in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast.&...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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3:26
Brimstone Butterflies
Welcome to The Bug Tales Podcast! Join Dr Ian Bedford in this episode as we hear the tale of the glorious Brimstone Butterfly, which is interestingly never seen resting with its wings wide open. Tell us what you think ...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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3:32