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So Much Pingle

Mike Pingleton
Peru
Iran
Oligodon
Kukri Snakes
The Venomous Snakes Of China
Amazon Rainforest
Herpetology
Museum Collections
Taxonomy
Snake Week
Rattlesnakes
Belgium
European Field Guide To Amphibians and Reptiles
Bog Turtle
Southeast Asia
Arkansas
Midwife Toads (alytes Obstetes)
Pine Snake
Iran–united States Relations
Eastern Box Turtle

Herpetology podcast – interviews and discussions about amphibians and reptiles with experts in the field.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes127Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

A back-deck-of-the-tambo interview with Jeffrey Niemeier and Zach Kaminski, recorded in the Peruvian rainforest in February 2026.

Hello everyone, and welcome to the last episode of Season Six! I have several pending episodes recorded in Peru earlier this year, but I felt the need to bump this one up in the queue. Kevin Messenger’s new book on the Venomous Snakes of China was pu... more

Hello everyone, it’s great to be back! This episode was recorded in February on our second trip, at the Santa Cruz field station. Nine of our fourteen clients were from Arkansas, and since I couldn’t talk to all nine at once, they appointed some repr... more

Hi everyone! The first show of 2026 turns out to be another edition of Herp Science Sunday! Alex and I had an interesting discussion with Justin Lee, who is currently working on his PhD at the University of Michigan. The bulk of our conversation cent... more

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Recent Guests

Zach Kaminski
Master's graduate in zoo science; traveling researcher; tarantula and snake enthusiast
Independent researcher/traveling zoologist
Episode: Episode 127: Tales from the Tambo with Zach and Jeffrey
Jeffrey Niemeier
Parent, spouse in post-doctoral program; musician; interested in fungi, orchids, and birds
Independent researcher; musician
Episode: Episode 127: Tales from the Tambo with Zach and Jeffrey
Kevin Messenger
Author of The Venomous Snakes of China, PhD professor at Nanjing Forestry University
Nanjing Forestry University
Episode: Episode 126: Kevin Messenger and the Venomous Snakes of China
Brad Birchfield
Arkansas herper; guest traveler on Peru trip
Arkansas Herp Society
Episode: Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon
Thomas Belford
Arkansas herper; guest traveler on Peru trip
Arkansas Herp Society
Episode: Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon
Gabrielle Hargrove
Biologist; guest traveler on Peru trip
East Texas / Arkansas crew
Episode: Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon
Cyndi Porter
Arkansas group member; mother taking her son on the trip
Arkansas Herp Society
Episode: Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon
Reagan Birchfield
Son of Brad Birchfield; participant
Arkansas Herp Society
Episode: Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon
AJ Hargrove
Member of Arkansas group; participant
Arkansas Herp Society
Episode: Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon

Host

Mike Pingleton
Host of So Much Pingle; guides the conversation and introduces guests

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast and wonderful production

    I’m only one episode in, but I truly appreciate the content and production style. A lot of podcasts have so much glitz and glam and no content and others struggle with technical issues to make a listenable show. This one is perfect. As a new herper, I’m going to be busy listening for some time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgrenshaw13
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen for herpers

    One of my favorite shows out there, Mike keeps the listener excited with facts and interesting stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CptnRttlsnk
    United States5 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Very informative and entertaining show. Love the content and gusts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sir-dmb
    United States5 years ago
  • Refreshing

    It’s great to have a quality show dedicated to field herping. Great guests. You will learn something and be entertained as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twolf066
    United States5 years ago
  • Biologist approval

    As a biologist and herp lover, I can attest. This podcast is SO MUCH AWESOME!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillyCeanothus
    United States5 years ago

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The show blends science with engaging storytelling and field anecdotes.
Guests are generally seen as knowledgeable and approachable, helping both professionals and hobbyists learn.

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#93
Denmark/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#130
Sweden/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#156
Taiwan/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#182
Netherlands/Science/Nature

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 121: Herp Science Sunday: Bubble-breathing Anoles
Q: How did you set up the laboratory and field experiments to test the bubble mechanism?
We used a field station at Las Cruces Biological Station and built aquarium setups with controlled dissolved oxygen levels, then measured dive durations as we varied DO to see if higher oxygen extended underwater time.
Episode 125: Tales from the Tambo: Arkansas Conquers the Amazon
Q: What made you decide to join this Peru trip?
The group founder Cyndi Porter encouraged it as a way to safely enter international herping, with a core Arkansas group that had been shaping travel and learning opportunities for years, and it turned into a broad adventure for fishers, birders, and herpers alike.
Episode 115: Snake Week with Rachel Pikstein
Q: What is Rachel's involvement with the Snake Week process, and what will she be presenting?
She is a partner organizing programming through Pikstein Lab and will present a talk on crypsis and camouflage in snakes, using Color Overlap Index to show how animals perceive color differently from humans, with a focus on avoiding rose-colored biases in research.

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What is So Much Pingle about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on field herpetology, wildlife biology, and nature travel, hosting researchers, educators, and practitioners who share hands-on field experiences, gear anecdotes, and conservation perspectives. Episodes span rainforest expeditions, regional field guides, taxonomic updates, and population ecology, with a strong emphasis on practical fieldwork, hands-on ethics, and community outreach. A notable strength is its ability to blend rigorous science with accessible storytelling, often featuring long-running guest groups and collaborative projects across continents. Its conversational, campfire-like tone and network of seasoned field researchers make it especially engaging for listeners who want actionable insights, career guidance... more

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1. Zach Kaminski
2. Jeffrey Niemeier
3. Kevin Messenger
4. Brad Birchfield
5. Thomas Belford
6. Gabrielle Hargrove
7. Cyndi Porter
8. Reagan Birchfield

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