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Can I Bug You?

Doug Yanega

Booking Overview

This is a twice-monthly entomology interview and solo-expert show focused on insects, their ecological and agricultural impact, and practical pest management, with external guests typically drawn from university and government-affiliated specialists. PR agencies could credibly pitch entomologists, agricultural researchers, veterinary entomologists, insect ecologists, and pest-management experts with specialized research or public education credentials; booking difficulty is low to medium because the show favors accessible subject-matter experts over nationally prominent figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 53

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 34.2k subscribers

Instagram: 72.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jules.bernstein@ucr.edu

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Host

Doug Yanega - UC Riverside entomologist and insect expert whose work and public outreach focus on the identification, biology, and significance of insects.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Professional entomology expertise, especially university-based research or applied work in agricultural, veterinary, subtropical, or pest-management contexts.
Required Achievements:  
Specialized insect research, Leadership of monitoring or education programs, Applied expertise in agricultural or veterinary pest management

Recent Guest Discussions

Bodil Cass - Coffee Berry Borer, Threats To Coffee Crops, Its Spread In Hawaii, And Options For Protecting Coffee Beans.

Amy Murillo - New World Screwworm, Its Impact On Mammal Tissue, The History Of Its Eradication In The United States, And Current Monitoring And Response Efforts.

Recent Topics

Entomology, Insects, Pest Management, Agriculture, Ecology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Can I Bug You?
:

Ep. 53: Sporefare

August 31, 2026

UCR mycologist Jason Stajich tells us what is and isn't really possible when trying to use fungi to control insect pests.

Ep. 52: Home sweet homing

August 03, 2026

Imagine being a toddler, stepping out the door for the first time, walking 3 miles for some food and finding your way home again without a cell phone, GPS, or any kind of map. Humans would never, but this is normal for insects. Listen in and learn how they do it! Cover shot by Cabezonication/iStock/Getty.

Ep. 51: What the heck is THAT?

July 20, 2026

How likely is it that, on any given day, you see a random insect and it actually has a name? Why do insects need names anyway? Drop on by, we'll explain.

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Frequently asked questions

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Can I Bug You?
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How do I get in touch with Can I Bug You??

Can I Bug You? is hosted by Doug Yanega. Its publicly listed email is jules.bernstein@ucr.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 Can I Bug You??

The publicly listed email for Can I Bug You?: jules.bernstein@ucr.edu.

How many listeners does Can I Bug You? have?

Podseeker estimates Can I Bug You? reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Can I Bug You??

Can I Bug You? typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional entomology expertise, especially university-based research or applied work in agricultural, veterinary, subtropical, or pest-management contexts. Common among recent guests: Specialized insect research; Leadership of monitoring or education programs; Applied expertise in agricultural or veterinary pest management. Recent guests include Bodil Cass and Amy Murillo.

How hard is it to get booked on Can I Bug You??

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

What topics does Can I Bug You? cover?

Recent episodes cover Entomology, Insects, Pest Management, Agriculture, and Ecology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jules.bernstein@ucr.edu

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