Silk and silkworms
Listen to find out more about the history of silk and the insects that create this natural fabric.
Logo by Natalie Cervantes
Music by Owen DesBles
About the Podcast
Bugs by the Yard
Learn about insects in Texas gardens and backyards
Learn about insects that occur in urban backyards and gardens of Texas; whether they be pests, beneficials, or really fascinating! This podcast is presented by Molly Keck, Wizzie Brown, and Erfan Vafaie through the Department of Entomology with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service & Texas A&M Department of Entomology.
Bugs by the Yard image produced by Natalie Cervantes.
Intro and outro music produced by Owen DesBles.
Bugs by the Yard image produced by Natalie Cervantes.
Intro and outro music produced by Owen DesBles.
About your hosts
Molly Keck
I am an entomologist (integrated pest management program specialist) with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Bexar County. My specialty is urban and landscape insects but I also love beekeeping and teaching people about beekeeping.
Wizzie Brown
I'm an entomologist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, based out of Austin, Texas. I conduct educational program, research, and demonstration projects on urban and structural insects, working with a variety of audiences.