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Rappin' With ReefBum

Keith Berkelhamer
Reef Keeping
Aquarium Maintenance
Jake Adams
Marine Aquarium Hobby
Reefkeeping
Reef Builders
Coral Restoration
Coral Health
Coral Spawning
Local Fish Stores
Reef Therapy
Aquarium Conservation
Cyanobacteria
Water Quality
Local Fish Store
Coral Care
Aquarium Hobby
Coral Propagation
Tank Husbandry
Vermetid Snails

Rappin' With ReefBum is a weekly talk show with host Keith Berkelhamer and guests from the reef keeping community.

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Rappin' With ReefBum is a LIVE talk show with hosts Keith Berkelhamer and Dong Zou with guests from the reef keeping community. In this episode we chat with Chris Meckley (ACI Aquaculture) and Nic Dos Santos (Australian coral exporter). We will talk ... more

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Rappin' With ReefBum is a LIVE talk show with hosts Keith Berkelhamer and Dong Zou with guests from the reef keeping community. In this episode we chat with Than Thein (Tidal Gardens), Marc Levenson (CORAL Magazine & Melevs Reef), Joe Caparatta (Uniq... more

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Rappin' With ReefBum is a LIVE talk show with hosts Keith Berkelhamer and Dong Zou with guests from the reef keeping community. In this episode we chat with reef keeping legends Julian Sprung and Charles Delbeek. We discuss mechanical, chemical and b... more

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Rappin' With ReefBum is a LIVE talk show with hosts Keith Berkelhamer and Dong Zou with guests from the reef keeping community. In this episode we chat with Tullio Dellaquila from Reef Brite, Luca Martino from Quanta Lights and Logan Vanghele from Re... more

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Recent Guests

Nic Dos Santos
Australian exporter with coral-shipping experience
Unknown (Australian exporter)
Episode: Guests Chris Meckley & Nic Dos Santos - Import/Export Business
Than Thein
Owner of Tidal Gardens, a coral farm specializing in aquacultured corals
Tidal Gardens
Episode: Guests Than Thein, Marc Levenson, Joe Caparatta & Todd Kunkel; The Business of Reef Keeping
Marc Levenson
Editor of Coral Magazine and owner of Melev's Reef
Melev's Reef & Coral Magazine
Episode: Guests Than Thein, Marc Levenson, Joe Caparatta & Todd Kunkel; The Business of Reef Keeping
Joe Caparatta
Founder of Unique Corals, involved in several aquarium-related ventures
Unique Corals
Episode: Guests Than Thein, Marc Levenson, Joe Caparatta & Todd Kunkel; The Business of Reef Keeping
Todd Kunkel
Owner of Champion Lighting & Supply
Champion Lighting & Supply
Episode: Guests Than Thein, Marc Levenson, Joe Caparatta & Todd Kunkel; The Business of Reef Keeping
Julian Sprung
Reefkeeping legend and expert in marine aquaristics
Various Reef Institutions and Publications
Episode: Guests Julian Sprung & Charles Delbeek; Mechanical, Chemical & Biological Filtration
Charles Delbeek
Reefkeeping expert and author
Various Reef Institutions and Publications
Episode: Guests Julian Sprung & Charles Delbeek; Mechanical, Chemical & Biological Filtration
Tullio Dellaquila
Lighting expert and representative from Reef Brite
Reef Brite
Episode: Guests Tullio Dellaquila, Luca Martino & Logan Vanghele; Deep Dive on Lighting
Luca Martino
Co-founder and lighting designer at Quanta Lights
Quanta Lights
Episode: Guests Tullio Dellaquila, Luca Martino & Logan Vanghele; Deep Dive on Lighting

Host

Keith Berkelhamer
Host of Rappin' With ReefBum

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Great Reefing Podcast

    Love these episodes! Keith has great guests on the show. Very knowledgeable yet easy to listen to conversations with experts in the industry. I’ve learned so much listening to these podcasts over the last year or so.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slash_DTUD
    United States2 years ago
  • Perfect!

    Absolutely love this podcast! Always great guests and I’ve learned so much from it! Thank you for all the work you put into them !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Broken Windmill Leather
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Keith always has great guests on who bring insight, experience, and knowledge to the hobby. Really look forward to these every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xyzner
    United States2 years ago
  • Great stuff

    Entertaining and informative conversations about all things reef.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grrrrrrrr12345
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • I love the conversational nature of the cast

    I found this pod cast several months ago and have been listening since then. I am working my way back through the catalog of shows and listening to each new one the day they drop.

    Keep up the great work and keep the awesome guests coming.

    Suggestion: I would love to hear from LFS owners across the country and world. The ones that we never hear from. It’s great hearing from WWC, TSA and the other giants in the trade but some of the other LFSs that may net be as celebrated would be cool too. I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joyofthelord12
    United States4 years ago

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Some callers want more perspectives from diverse LFS owners and broader industry voices.
Listeners praise accessible, expert guests and practical reef-keeping insights.
Fans value consistent high-quality guests and actionable advice.
Listeners appreciate the community feel and breadth of topics beyond basic hobbyist tips.

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Guest: Joseph Ghosheh, Carolina Coral Heads
Q: How can they find you guys on social media?
You can find us on Instagram under Carolina Coral Heads, and we run a Facebook group called Coral Heads.
Guest: Joseph Ghosheh, Carolina Coral Heads
Q: Joe, how did you get into this great hobby of ours, reef keeping? What was your journey to where you're at today?
Joseph shares that his journey started with an interest in freshwater tanks and a long-time desire for a marine tank, which he finally pursued about eight years ago after overcoming initial deterrents from others.
Guest: Ali Atapour, Amazing Aquariums & Reefs
Q: What kind of advice do you have for people that want to improve their reef keeping skills or people that are just getting into the hobby?
Keep it simple, use good RODI water, and be patient in adding corals and fish over time to ensure a thriving reef ecosystem.
Guest: Shane Backer, SBB Corals
Q: What are your shipping practices as live coral sellers?
We charge a flat fee of $45 and provide free shipping over $400, constantly seeking new shipping companies to find the best rates.
Guest: Shane Backer, SBB Corals
Q: What tips can you provide for folks wanting to ship frags?
For SPS, I always recommend to dip it in potassium chloride, two tablespoons per gallon and blow it off with a turkey baster.

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What is Rappin' With ReefBum about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on reef-keeping culture, science, and industry dynamics, featuring practitioners, researchers, and business owners who share hands-on tactics, product insights, and community perspectives. Across episodes, topics span business challenges in aquaculture, filtration (mechanical, chemical, biological), lighting technology, coral health, probiotics and microbiomes, pest prevention, quarantine practices, and the role of local retailers. Guests repeatedly emphasize practical experience, straightforward strategies for tank health, and the importance of community collaboration, education, and sustainable practices. This mix makes it valuable for hobbyists seeking concrete how-tos, retailers aiming to understand customer needs, and ... more

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Recent guests on Rappin' With ReefBum include:

1. Nic Dos Santos
2. Than Thein
3. Marc Levenson
4. Joe Caparatta
5. Todd Kunkel
6. Julian Sprung
7. Charles Delbeek
8. Tullio Dellaquila

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