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Ecology
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Snake Conservation
Orianne Society
Rattlesnakes
Indigo Snakes
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Climate Change
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Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary
Snake Venom
Pygmy Rattlesnake
Venom
Reticulated Pythons
Mojave Rattlesnake
Snake Fungal Disease
Field Herping
Amphibians

Faced with a world that instinctually persecutes snakes, Dr. Jenkins talks with the foremost experts on snake biology and conservation. The discussions range widely including topics such as snake ecology, snakebites, and captive breeding. All of the conversations have the same goal, to help the listener increase their knowledge and leave behind any irrational fears of snakes.

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After more than 150 episodes of Snake Talk, Dr. Chris Jenkins takes a seat on the other side of the microphone for one final conversation.

In this special farewell episode, Tracy Karplus, Director of Communication at The Orianne Society and longtime... more

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In this episode, Dr. Jenkins sits down with legendary herpetologist Romulus Whitaker to explore a life that has been anything but ordinary. Raised in the United States, educated in India, and mentored by famed snake handler Bill Haast, Rom followed h... more

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Romey Swanson spent his childhood bringing frogs and snakes home in his pockets. Years later, that fascination with wildlife led him on an ambitious quest across Texas: to find as many reptile and amphibian species as possible in a single “big year.”... more

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In this episode of the Snake Talk Podcast, discover what happens when a lifelong love of art collides with a fascination for snakes. Dr. Chris Jenkins sits down with Samantha Mancino, a tattoo artist who has built an international reputation for her ... more

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Dr. Chris Jenkins
CEO of the Orianne Society; snake conservationist
The Orianne Society
Episode: 160 | Dr. Chris Jenkins: A Privilege to See One in the Wild
Romulus Whitaker
Conservationist and reptile expert, founder of India's first snake park and Croc Bank
Independent conservationist / Indian wildlife initiatives
Episode: 159 | Snakes, Drugs, and Rock and Roll: the Life of Romulus Whitaker
Romey Swanson
Executive Director of the Devils River Conservancy
Devils River Conservancy
Episode: 158 | A Big Herping Year in Texas
Samantha Mancino
Tattoo artist focusing on snakes
Kingsnake Tattoo
Episode: 157 | Snake Tattoo Artist
Dr. Sarah Baker
Herpetologist, conservationist
Episode: 156 | From Rattlesnakes to Terrapins
Maddie Zickgraf
Master's student studying Amphiuma and Siren ecology at the University of Alabama
University of Alabama, The Jones Center at Ichauway
Episode: 155 | Student Perspectives: Amphiumas and Sirens
Thilo Beck
Student perspective researcher focusing on Cape Cobras in the Kalahari
University affiliations discussed (Wits/Johannesburg); studied under Graham Alexander and Brian Maritz
Episode: 154 | Student Perspectives: Cape Cobra Ecology
Sam Schenker
High school student passionate about snakes and herpetology
Asheville, North Carolina (student)
Episode: 153 | Student Perspectives: Tropical Ecology
Jade Samples
Graduate student identifying at the University of Georgia; co-advisor with Dr. Maerz
University of Georgia, Warnell School of Forestry & Partnerships at Itchaway
Episode: 152 | Student Perspectives: Rare Amphibians

Host

Dr. Chris Jenkins
CEO of the Orianne Society; snake conservationist; host of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • Best podcast for snake info

    I have loved snakes for so long and this has been something interesting to do for anything. Highly recommended for herpetology lovers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leopard-gecko17
    United States8 months ago
  • Wait…what?

    Why is there a review for five guys in the comments of a herpetology podcast!?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theotartanian
    United States9 months ago
  • Hi,I’m Usagi.

    I love your podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    原本的鐵粉
    Taiwan9 months ago
  • Best podcast out there

    I listen to this on my way to work and back. I live that there's a podcast about snakes. we need more positive press about these greatly under-appreciated animals.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United Statesa year ago
  • I listen to this on my way to work and back. I live that there's a podcast about snakes. we need more positive press about these greatly under-appreciated animals.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise accessible science and engaging guests.
People appreciate practical conservation insights and field storytelling.
Some feedback requests more diverse guest perspectives and women guests.

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#75
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#7
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#80
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#110
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#154
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#194
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160 | Dr. Chris Jenkins: A Privilege to See One in the Wild
Q: How did you end up founding The Orianne Society?
After a postdoc and a shift from academia to the nonprofit sector, a donor (Dr. Tom Kaplan) connected with the indigo snake project, leading to the creation of The Orianne Society in 2008 to focus on reptile conservation with a broad, global reach.
160 | Dr. Chris Jenkins: A Privilege to See One in the Wild
Q: Tell us where you grew up and what kind of kid you were.
I grew up in rural New England, enjoyed outdoor activities, and although I had an initial irrational fear of snakes, that fear evolved into a deep fascination that drew me toward wildlife biology and eventually fieldwork with reptiles and amphibians.
153 | Student Perspectives: Tropical Ecology
Q: So Sam, what's your best snake story?
Sam recalls a dramatic Ecuadorian moment where a battle between a parrot snake and a cat-eyed snake unfolded at knee height, culminating in the parrot snake leveraging a knot and gravity to eat the prey; the scene was captured on video and photos, illustrating both the snake's predatory strategy and the stunning visuals that can accompany field biology.
150 | Student Perspectives: Snake Fungal Disease and Indigo Snakes
Q: How would you figure out if it has snake fungal disease?
Catherine describes the visual lesions associated with the disease and the use of swabbing for lab analysis.
150 | Student Perspectives: Snake Fungal Disease and Indigo Snakes
Q: How did you even get the opportunity to do that while you're at UGA?
Catherine explains that there was an application for the study abroad program, which was straightforward, and selected participants based on that.

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2. Romulus Whitaker
3. Romey Swanson
4. Samantha Mancino
5. Dr. Sarah Baker
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7. Thilo Beck
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