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“I was looking for a knitting podcast for awhile...was searching for just the right blend of entertainment + education + knitting nerd-dom. Well, if you’re on the hunt like I was, search no more! Shiny Bees covers such a wide range of topics, and provides just the right blend of “comedy + yarn in...”Read full review »
chetyre410 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/21
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“I discovered this podcast recently, and I absolutely love it. I decided to start from the beginning, listening to at least one episode per day while knitting or spinning. I especially enjoy the interviews, and I have to say it’s inspiring to hear how various people in the fiber industry got...”Read full review »
Betsy imthequeenbee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/20
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“Jo is the friend you’d want to meet in the pub, coffee shop, hug in a pre and post covid world. She is real, funny, honest and just gets it. I’ve been a long time listener and never written a review I am ashamed to say. Her podcasts are just great. Listen and you won’t regret it. Thanks for the...”Read full review »
ahlalas via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/14/20
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“I’ve been listening to “ my friend” Jo for a few years now and her episodes during the pandemic have been uplifting, enlightening and touched my heart. Thanks for the honest take on this crazy time we’re in”
imminent metaphor via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/31/20
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“Hahaha got a laugh about the yoga segment! Have felt that way myself
Pleasant voice and always enjoy a listen.”
sockloverbev via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/27/20
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“Despite being happily married (to a husband who knits!!), I find that I do have a good deal of alone time while knitting or spinning. Jo makes it like I have a hilarious friend who enjoys having a drink and a laugh with me while I'm playing with fiber. I wish I had known about this podcast...”Read full review »
C-Note76 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/19
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“Jo’s amazing adventures and no nonsense sense of humour makes her really relatable and love the interviews with notable makers and dyers. Come back jo! We miss you!”
Morgan_fae via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/04/19
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“Just returned to my love for knitting and this is the right amount of time and info to get me inspired for knitting. Easy to listen and learn about what new in the knitting world.”
yellikeh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/19
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“Recently found the Podcast and loving listerning to it. I am new to knitting and I am learning lots about the various yarns and patterns available. The podcast is delivered with a very friendly and inviting manner.”
ShazDent via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/18/19
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“Love the shiny bees podcast the interview with Sue I think Horn was great and could have listened to much more .. always with a great sense of humour this is a podcast that I highly recommend you take the time to listen 👍
I’m adding to my previous review as just listened to tips on attending...”Read full review »
Lancs@❤️ via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/16/19
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“This podcast manages to encapsulate all that is wonderful and good and fun and delightful about crafting. It is warm and funny; newsy and thought-provoking; supportive and snarky; interesting, challenging, bold, and ever-encouraging, with a perfect balance of progressiveness and respect for...”Read full review »
kaxxie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/18
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“Yarn, knitting, life..from entertaining and funny one minute to intense and deadly serious the next, this podcaster is a great friend to knit with. I have to thank Jo for bringing into my life the art and design of Woolly Wormhead, Jane Murison and Countess Ablaze, among others.”
gotoz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/29/18
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“Jo is so funny - and she really tells it like it is. She has taken me on travels far and wide, and loved this from the South African beginnings, all the way through the various parts of the UK. (katepricey on Rav)”
kateeprice via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/05/18
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“Knitters and yarn-lovers have a gem of a podcast to enjoy with Shinybees. Jo is a charming host and plenty sassy, and her podcast discusses lots of interesting issues surrounding knitting, yarn, and the culture of crafting. She features fascinating guests: designers and indie yarn dyers from...”Read full review »
VeganRunner79 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/30/18
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“I love this podcast, Jo has some pretty strong opinions and isn’t afraid to share them! She has some great guests and conducts fun interviews. But most of all I just like it when she rants about things like speckled yarn. Give it a listen, whether you’re a newbie or experienced knitter...there’s...”Read full review »
unicornknitdesigns via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/27/18
“Jo is brilliant - she’s a proper northerner and has a no nonsense approach to life. Love listening to this podcast and so happy to hear new episodes after her break. Her interviews are top notch and the podcast always has top comedy value! Download it now, it’s ace!”
Glass55 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/26/18
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“Shinybees is one of two podcasts nearly guaranteed to make me laugh out loud at least once. A great mix of knitting content, great, often irreverent humor, and serious social issues.”
LMCR9 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/18
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“Like listening to a mate talk about your favourite crafty hobby along with politics, family & the universe in general. Jo is a fabulous host who makes you feel part of a community. Highly recommended to all knitters or crocheters with a sense of humour.”
Struggling mum via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/26/18
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“The Shinybees podcast is my favourite podcast of all time. I love looking forward to listening to it and I get a thrill of excitement when a new one appears on my feed. If you like yarn, especially the really bright and wild stuff, down to earth interviews with people in the yarn industry,...”Read full review »
Alessandra aka Pokedagoblin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/24/18
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“Jo has some great interviews, some thought provoking topics and generally amusing to listen to. A bit of an enabler - I've bought several patterns and yarns as a result of recommendations and discussions.
Thanks Jo!”Read full review »
DebbieN via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/22/18
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“Jo’s podcast is a breath of fresh air! Yes, although there are a lot of good US knotting podcasts out there, it’s so refreshing to get the British perspective. There’s lots of knitting and yarn-related content, and she’s not shy of talking about topics she feels strongly about. Honesty,...”Read full review »
MandellaUk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/22/18
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“Jo's podcast is an irreverant sojurn through the yarn world, with plenty of humor. Opinonated, yes she is, but in good spirit and often in a provactive way. Love it.”Read full review »
SilverSpringKnit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/18
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“Not just discussions about knitting, but really engaging chat and interviews. Great antidote to "driving" in traffic jams”Read full review »
knitsbyquietriver via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/17/18
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“Jo cracks me up! Love her enthusiasm with a side of a cracking good sense of humour. This is my favourite knitting podcast and I also love it when Jo goes rogue and chit chats with others about random stuff. It’s like she’s at my table having a pint with me and shooting the s*#$.”
StephanieASicat via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/16/18
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“Jo is very opinionated. I don’t always agree, but I’m always entertained!”
leelamary via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/15/18
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“This is my favourite knitting podcast, it’s like sitting with your friend. Interesting and sometimes funny topics which I find myself nodding and laughing along with and it’s just the right length to hold your interest. I’ve learned about lots of new knitty bits from here too.
Grab a cup of...”Read full review »
Leelee1977 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/15/18
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“I have been listening to the Shinybees Podcast for years and I still love it! I love Jo and her sense of humor, I can’t wait for new episodes to come out. I was soooooooi sad when she had to take a break this past year, but it is incredible that she’s back and with attitude!!”
medicbiz5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/18
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“I love Jo’s podcast, it’s the best! Jo is hilarious and always puts a smile on my face 😃”
PurpleFairy458 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/14/18
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“I’m a new knitter and I really enjoyed this podcast!”
Flag1976 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/18
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“I'm so glad that Jo is podcasting again, her not always serious take on the knitting scene is a breath of fresh air”Read full review »
Karoline Kemp via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/13/18
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“Luv the podcast, hi from Australia. Apparently our accent is hard to understand too”
nat064 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/13/18
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“Seriously. BEST. PODCAST. EVER. When I first found the podcast, I loved it so much I went back to the beginning to listen to the first 80 episodes and consumed them rabidly. Absolute hilarity and with a good dose of yarn, comedy knitting patterns with a Northern twist.”
Kolbrunna via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/12/18
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“A very enjoyable podcast with lots of interesting interviews. The host -Jo - does a wonderful job.”
bryknits via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/12/18
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“Jo is always interesting and has great guests. She’s funny and irreverent. Sometimes I don’t understand a word here & there (she has an accent [said the woman from Georgia, US], but the podcast is never a waste of time.”
Rhebaatl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/18
“This podcast is one of the things that opened my eyes to the wonder of knitting. Do yourself a favour and get into it.”
@salthorse via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/12/18
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“If you like knitting and you like comedy, then this is the podcast for you!
I've been listening to Jo's podcast for years, and it never fails to make me laugh out loud (which is often embarrasing when in public). I don't always agree with Jo's opinions, but that's fine - even...”Read full review »
GardeningWitch via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/12/18
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“I’ve tried so many knitting podcasts, and this is the only one I’ve stuck with. Friendly chat but stays on topic, great guests and interviews, practical advice... thankyou so much! x”
Druidcat1612 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/12/18
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“I love this podcast. It's very funny, chilled out, interesting, and informative. Every time a new episode appears in my Podcasts app it makes me smile and I look forward to listening!
Thanks Jo for making knitters across the world happy! :)”Read full review »
emmas579 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
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“A great podcast, with a good mix of fun and thoughtfulness”
GoldenGuernsey via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
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“It does exactly what it says on the tin! Jo is great fun and hosts an entertaining podcast with great interviews and some often hilarious tangents! Beware serious enabling too... My favourite knitting podcast!”
Aviatrix79 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
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“Comedy and knitting in a perfect balance. Jo has a voice that’s nice to listen to.”
Anonym579078 via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
05/11/18
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“I'm so happy that Jo is back! I love listening to this podcast. I love that Jo shares opinions honestly and that her podcast isn't the same as all the others. I look forward to each one.”Read full review »
CatskillKnitter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/18
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“If you like your podcasts laid back and friendly then shinybees podcast is the one for you . Listening to jo is like sitting down for a brew or a cheeky tipple with your mate and just passsing the time with a few laughs and giggles. If you like knitting , laughing out loud and joining in then...”Read full review »
mungotwyford via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
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“What a funny, irreverent, informative lark!”
djinnee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/18
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“Besides being a fun podcast, it is thought provoking and interesting. I learned something new recently from Shinybees, fish and chips with gravy and smashed peas is a good thing. Haven't tried them myself, but having lived in England many years ago, I never saw fish and chips served that way....”Read full review »
oldgoatwoman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/18
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“The podcast is a perfect listen whilst relaxing with a cuppa and knitting.”
knitting_tilda via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
“I cannot remember what number episodes these were so so funny. References to acrylic palaces, man bubsand the familys experiences in. Africa. Even learnt some Africaans as well. Keep up the good work Jo x”
DebzAndrews via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
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“I found Jo's podcast 2 months ago and have been bingeing to catch up on the old ones (up to Episode 67) while listening to the new ones. She has a great balance of knitting knowledge and interviews, family, travel, and humor, with the heaviest emphasis on the knitting. Her voice and delivery...”Read full review »
NY Natif via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/18
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“Jo produces a great podcast. It’s like having a good old batter over a cuppa with your most amusing friend. I also blame Jo for introducing me to some fabulous indie knitting designers and yarn producers. Shinybees was my gateway podcast to a substantial yarn collection.”
MzFaz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/18
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