Welcome to “What’s Bugging You,” the ultimate podcast for tackling all things pests! Join your knowledgeable hosts, Chesley Elkins and Brian Victor, as they delve into the world of pest control, offering expert advice and practical solutions for dealing with unwelcome critters in and around your home. From ants and mosquitoes to spiders and cockroaches, no pest is too pesky for this dynamic duo. Each episode features insightful discussions with seasoned professionals, who share their extensive experience, and tips for managing household pests.
What's Bugging You?
Claim This Podcastby Albuquerque Journal
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18 episodes
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Welcome to “What’s Bugging You,” the ultimate podcast for tackling all things pests! Join your knowledgeable hosts, Chesley Elkins and Brian Victor, as they delve into the world of pest control, offering expert advice and practical solutions for dealing with unwelcome critters in and around your home. From ants and mosquitoes to spiders and cockroaches, no pest is too pesky for this dynamic duo. Each episode features insightful discussions with seasoned professionals, who share their extensive experience, and tips for managing household pests.
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Recent Episodes
June 28, 2026
Your Summer Pest Survival Guide
<p>Presented By: Preventive Pest Control</p><p><br></p><p>Summer is peak pest season, and knowing what to expect can help protect your home and family. In this episode of What's Bugging You?, hosts Chesley Elkins and Brian Victor are joined by pest experts Mike Swanson and Coy Sanchez to answer real questions from homeowners.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn what pests become active during monsoon season, the best ways to reduce mosquitoes, whether bed bugs can survive in your car, what causes fungus gnats in houseplants, how to handle stinging insects around your home, practical pigeon prevention tips, and the latest discussion surrounding the New World screwworm.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're dealing with ants, mosquitoes, wasps, bed bugs or other seasonal pests, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you enjoy a pest-free summer.</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription.</p><p> </p><p>http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/</p><p><br></p><p>To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!</p><p><br></p><p>#WhatsBuggingYou #PestControl #Mosquitoes #BedBugs #Ants #SummerPests #HomeMaintenance #NewMexico #PreventivePestControl #Homeowners #DIYPestControl #InsectControl #PestPrevention #Wasps #Bees #Houseplants</p>
May 24, 2026
Hiss and Tell, New Mexico Snake Myths, Rattlesnakes and Desert Reptiles
<p>Presented By: Preventive Pest Control</p><p><br></p><p>Do kingsnakes really eat rattlesnakes? Are all snakes in New Mexico dangerous? And what’s the difference between venomous and poisonous?</p><p><br></p><p>On this episode of the What's Bugging You?, hosts Chesley Elkins and Brian Victor sit down with reptile enthusiast and Preventive Pest Control technician Josh Emms alongside Mike Swanson for a deep dive into the reptiles of New Mexico.</p><p><br></p><p>From rattlesnakes and kingsnakes to whiptail lizards and horned lizards, the conversation explores common myths, snake safety, reptile behavior, and why many of these animals are actually beneficial to the desert ecosystem.</p><p><br></p><p>Watch now for a fascinating look at the reptiles and wildlife living across the Southwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for more expert pest education and local insight from What’s Bugging You?</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription.</p><p> </p><p>http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/</p><p><br></p><p>To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!</p><p><br></p><p>#Albuquerque #NewMexico #PestControl #Ants #Roaches #Spiders #Bees #SpringPests #HomeTips #WhatsBuggingYou #ABQ #HomeMaintenance #BugSeason #AlbuquerqueJournal #DIYHome</p>
April 26, 2026
As Temperatures Rise So Do Pests
<p>Presented By: Preventive Pest Control</p><p><br></p><p>Spring pest season is underway in Albuquerque, and warmer weather is bringing ants, roaches, spiders and bee swarms back into neighborhoods across the metro. On this episode of What's Bugging You?, hosts Chesley and Brian are joined by pest experts Mike and Josh to break down what homeowners should expect this season.</p><p><br></p><p>They discuss why odorous house ants are especially tough to control, how outdoor roaches begin appearing in spring, what to know about spider activity, and why many bee swarms are temporary and often better relocated than exterminated. The episode also includes practical prevention tips for Albuquerque homeowners looking to reduce pest issues around the home and yard.</p><p><br></p><p>If you live in Albuquerque or anywhere in New Mexico, this is a timely guide to what’s bugging your home this spring.</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for more expert pest education and local insight from What’s Bugging You?</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription.</p><p> </p><p>http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/</p><p><br></p><p>To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!</p><p><br></p><p>#Albuquerque #NewMexico #PestControl #Ants #Roaches #Spiders #Bees #SpringPests #HomeTips #WhatsBuggingYou #ABQ #HomeMaintenance #BugSeason #AlbuquerqueJournal #DIYHome</p>
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