Arthro-Pod

Jonathan Larson

Booking Overview

This is an entomology-focused science podcast that regularly features external academics, researchers, and applied professionals discussing insects, biodiversity, pest management, and ecological research. Agencies could credibly pitch entomologists, ecologists, agricultural scientists, biodiversity researchers, and science educators with specialized expertise; booking difficulty is likely low because guests are generally accessible professional or academic experts rather than high-profile public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 61

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

unl.jonathanlarson@gmail.com

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Host

Jonathan Larson - Host and publisher of a science podcast examining insects through scientific and cultural perspectives.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low

Typical Credentials:

Subject-matter expertise or professional experience in entomology, ecology, biodiversity, agricultural pest management, habitat restoration, or science education.

Required Achievements:

University faculty or research appointments, Published research or specialized project experience, Leadership or hands-on expertise in applied pest management, conservation, or biodiversity programs

Recent Guest Discussions

George Gale - The Introduction And Spread Of Grape Phylloxera, Its Impact On French And California Wine Production, And The Use Of Hybridization And American Rootstocks To Control It.

Ross Stewart - The Bugquest Project, DNA Barcoding, Malaise Traps, Citizen Science, Insect Diversity, Genomics, And Scientific Outreach.

Kevyn Juneau - Teaching And Research At A Primarily Undergraduate Institution, Habitat Restoration In The Bahamas, And Collaborative Ecological Research.

Sally Raymond - Apple Production, Orchard Pest Management, Hail Netting, And Protecting Beneficial Organisms Through Integrated Pest Management.

Recent Topics

Science, Entomology, Insect Ecology, Integrated Pest Management, Biodiversity

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Arthro-Pod

Arthro-Pod Episode 210: The History of Grape Phylloxera and Devastation of French Wine with George Gale

September 23, 2026

This week we talk with Dr. George Gale about grape phylloxera - how it was introduced into France in the late 1800s, how it devastated French viticulture and wine production, and how ultimately we overcame this pest through hybridization and use of American rootstocks. We also touch upon the history of grape phylloxera in the rest of the world, with a focus on California. __________ Get the show through Apple Podcast, Spotify, or your favorite podcatching app! Older episodes can be accessed t...

Arthro-Pod Episode 209: DNA Barcoding with Dr. Ross Stewart

September 02, 2026

In this episode, Ross Stewart from the Center for Biodiversity and Genomics discusses the innovative BugQuest project, which uses Malaise traps and DNA barcoding to study insect diversity across Canada. Discover how citizen science, advanced sequencing, and creative outreach are transforming entomology research. BugQuest: https://bioscan.life/bugquest/ University of Guelph News (April 2026): https://news.uoguelph.ca/2026/04/got-bugs-u-of-g-collecting-samples-to-catalogue-canadas-biodiversit...

Arthro-Pod Episode 208: The Fire Ant Wars Part One

August 20, 2026

Welcome back bug lovers! This is the first of a two part series about the history of fire ants in the United States and the ways we responded to their presence in the south. Colloquially these could be referred to as the "FIRE ANT WARS"! You can imagine your own pulse pounding beat to idea... In this episode, we unpack how fire ants arrived in the US, the sequence of events that led to red imported fire ant becoming so common, and the first forays into understanding this pest. Show Notes: ...

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unl.jonathanlarson@gmail.com

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