Bradon Coy

Lil Dudes Insect Academy

Science EN ↓ 128 episodes

Dive into the fascinating and often overlooked field of Entomology (the study of Insects)! Bradon, an Undergraduate Entomology Student, talks with Entomologists and other experts from across the globe. He has covered exciting research in pest management, gene editing, disease control, agricultural entomology, and even forensic entomology!

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Bradon Coy

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28. Update!! 23.02.2020 6:21

This is a different episode as I ask what you guys want from me, and the future of this podcast. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your...

27. How do Bugs See? 09.02.2020 19:18

I answer the question "How can bugs see things, if at all?" Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just talk bugs! I will...

26. Species Spotlight: Honey Bees! 26.01.2020 23:47

We discover all the secrets of the honey bee kingdom, along with some FAQ! Check out my blog post to learn more: https://boylovesbugs.wordpress.com Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related!...

25. Plans for 2020 12.01.2020 10:13

Here in this episode, I tell you all about my Plans for Lil Dude's in 2020. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just t...

24. Ant Parasites and Bug Outreach (Feat. Phd. Student Joanie King) 29.12.2019 17:22

In this Episode, We talk to Texas A&M University Phd, Student Joanie King. I met her at the Entomology conference in 2018. We discuss Parasites, outreach, teaching, and possible career paths for Biology students! Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about...

23. Macro Photography 101 15.12.2019 13:06

In this episode, we dive into the very vast topic that is Macro Photography. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just...

22. Why Common Names are Dumb 01.12.2019 9:02

In this episode, we discuss why I think that using common names when referring to a species is absolutely useless. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to put...

21. The Importance of Research 17.11.2019 10:48

We dive into why doing your research and knowing you stuff is so important, not only for your enjoyment when on a trip but also for your safety. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! Fr...

20. "Night Bugging" *Halloween Special* 03.11.2019 11:48

In this episode, I talk about a spooky experience that I had in Panama. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just talk...

19. What is "Lab Work"? 20.10.2019 9:55

Go check Homesciencetools out! https://www.homesciencetools.com Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just talk bugs! I...

18. What is "Field Work"? 29.09.2019 13:41

In this episode, I talk about how to do field work, what it means, and what you'll need. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, w...

17. Phasmids and Parthenogenesis 15.09.2019 8:53

We dive deep into the science behind stick bugs and Parthenogenesis. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just talk bug...

16. My Make-A-Wish Trip 01.09.2019 18:32

In this episode, I reminisce about my unforgettable trip to Panama. If you would like to learn more about Make-A-Wish, heres the link: https://wish.org Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-rela...

15. Bug Collections and The Insect Market 18.08.2019 8:51

Go get some exotic Specimens! -> https://www.thebutterflycompany.com In this episode, we talk about how and where to get your insect specimens for your impressive collection.  Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be t...

14. Lets Talk A Little More About Fear 04.08.2019 8:34

In a previous episode, we talked about why not to be afraid of spiders. In this episode, we dive into why most people are. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visi...

13. The Real Life Zombie 21.07.2019 6:57

We break down the Ophiocordyceps Fungi and why it is like the Zombie of the Insect Kingdom! Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad...

12. Natural Disasters and how Insects React 08.07.2019 8:23

In this Episode, we dive in to how Insects (Of all kinds) react to Natural disasters such as earthquakes, Forest Fires, Hurricanes, and Local Flooding. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-rela...

11. Insect Ecology (Feat. Insect Ecologist Max Adams) 16.06.2019 23:24

In this episode, me and a friend I met in Panama, Max, catchup and talk about the Natural history of Los Angeles, Climbing 140ft trees, and how he originally got interested in Entomology. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will...

10. Bugs that Catch Bad Guys 31.05.2019 7:29

In this episode, we go more in depth with the topic of Forensic Entomology. (By request from a Patron) Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in...

9. Extinct Bee Rediscovered In Indonesia! 26.05.2019 9:24

We discuss an exciting thing in the insect world! A species of bee thought to be extinct, rediscovered by a team of biologists on an expedition to Indonesia. Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bu...

8. Tarantula Talk 19.05.2019 14:46

This week, I talk about everything Tarantula. From where their from, even to eating them! Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad,...

7. The Fear Factor 12.05.2019 5:19

In this short episode, we discuss the bugging question I have always had. Why is everyone so afraid of Insects and Spiders? If you would like to support me financially, Join the academy! https://www.patreon.com/Lildude Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others abou...

6. Tools of the Trade 05.05.2019 10:43

This week, I talk about everything you'll need to be a bug catching machine! (While being safe, of course)  Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putti...

5. From Butterflies to DNA editing (Feat. Dr. Owen McMillan) 28.04.2019 24:09

In this episode, I catch up with a friend from Panama! Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them in your salad, we will just talk bugs! I will also...

4. How much will my passion in Entomology cost me? $$ 14.04.2019 12:23

In this week's episode, we talk all about $$. What are the things that will cost me the most, and least? Lil Dudes Insect Academy was created by me and is ran by me! If you don’t know who I am, “Nice to meet you! I’m Bradon”. My passion is to learn more about bugs and teach others about them! In my Podcasts we will be talking about everything bug-related! From best places to visit to putting them...