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Bug Note

Daniel Potter

Booking Overview

A short-form science interview show focused on insects and other arthropods, typically featuring museum entomology experts and occasional bug enthusiasts or citizen scientists. Credible pitches would include entomologists, insect-conservation specialists, citizen-science leaders, science educators, and experts connecting insects with ecosystems or agriculture; booking difficulty is low because the show favors accessible subject-matter experts over high-profile names.

Metrics

Episodes: 31

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 4.4k subscribers

Instagram: 47.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

nhmu@nhmu.utah.edu

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Host

Daniel Potter - Science writer with experience in public radio and a focus on accessible natural-history storytelling.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Practical or professional expertise in entomology, insect conservation, citizen science, natural history, or science education, along with the ability to explain bug-related subjects clearly for a general audience.
Required Achievements:  
Entomology or natural-history expertise, Citizen-science participation or leadership, Educational or conservation work involving insects

Recent Guest Discussions

Ted Fridirici - Citizen Science, Insect Enthusiasm, And How A Personal Interest In Bugs Can Lead To Meaningful Scientific And Educational Pursuits.

Recent Topics

Science, Entomology, Insects, Arthropods, Insect Conservation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Bug Note
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The Bugs of Winter

September 04, 2026

Colder weather means fewer bugs around, but have you ever wondered where they go? On the season finale of Bug Note, host Daniel Potter chats with Dr. Jason Cryan about the bugs of winter — an episode inspired by two of NHMU’s Youth Teaching Youth interns, Benny and Lupe.About Bug Note⁠Bug Note⁠ is a podcast from the Natural History Museum of Utah about the wiggly, wild, and weird world of bugs! In these quick-to-consume, bug-sized episodes, host ⁠Daniel Potter⁠ asks NHMU entomology experts (a...

Citizen Scientist Ted Fridirici

August 28, 2026

Entomology, the study of insects, brings together bug enthusiasts from all walks of life. Since bugs are all around us, studying them is a great way to get involved in science! Ted Fridirici is a great example of this. As a citizen scientist and dear friend of the Museum, his love of bugs has led to adventurous pursuits and sparked dreams of a bug-focused podcast. On this week’s episode of Bug Note, he’s here to chat all about it. Host Daniel Potter also welcomes NHMU’s Invertebrate Collectio...

Endangered and Extinct Bugs

August 21, 2026

The bug world is filled with an abundance of interesting insects, but that abundance doesn’t mean bugs aren’t in danger of extinction. On this episode of Bug Note, host Daniel Potter chats about extinct and endangered species with the entomologist leading the Natural History Museum of Utah, Dr. Jason Cryan.About Bug Note⁠Bug Note⁠ is a podcast from the Natural History Museum of Utah about the wiggly, wild, and weird world of bugs! In these quick-to-consume, bug-sized episodes, host ⁠Daniel Po...

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Frequently asked questions

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Bug Note
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How do I get in touch with Bug Note?

Bug Note is hosted by Daniel Potter. Its publicly listed email is nhmu@nhmu.utah.edu. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Bug Note?

The publicly listed email for Bug Note: nhmu@nhmu.utah.edu.

How many listeners does Bug Note have?

Podseeker estimates Bug Note reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Bug Note?

Bug Note typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Practical or professional expertise in entomology, insect conservation, citizen science, natural history, or science education, along with the ability to explain bug-related subjects clearly for a general audience. Common among recent guests: Entomology or natural-history expertise; Citizen-science participation or leadership; Educational or conservation work involving insects. Recent guests include Ted Fridirici.

How hard is it to get booked on Bug Note?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Bug Note cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Entomology, Insects, Arthropods, and Insect Conservation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

nhmu@nhmu.utah.edu

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