Beekeeping Today Podcast - Presented by Betterbee

Bridget Mendel

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Mom/beekeeper / science write

Bridget Mendel is the former Bee Squad Program Director. She is currently the Communications Director for the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory. She loves working with bees, beekeepers, and the public to make the world a more habitable place for all people and all pollinators.

Education: Bridget holds a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.F.

Dec. 1, 2025

Honey Bee Viruses with Declan Schroeder (362)

Virologist Dr. Declan Schroeder joins Becky and guest co-host Bridget Mendel to explore the evolving world of honey bee viruses—how they spread, how Varroa changes the equation, and what current research reveals about colony health. This clear, accessible conversation helps beekeepers understand th…
Guests: Declan Schroeder , Bridget Mendel