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The Expert and The Idiot - A Reptile Podcast

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Reptile Care
Reptiles
Reptile Breeding
Reptile Husbandry
Ball Pythons
Conservation
Blood Pythons
Breeding Practices
Carpet Pythons
Diamond Pythons
Animal Welfare
Animal Care
Reptile Keeping
Burmese Pythons
Snakes
Colubrids
Herpetology
Herpetoculture
Breeding Techniques
Emerald Tree Boas

A podcast for the uninformed and informed on how to keep snakes and reptiles alive, based on the practices of experts.

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R. Michael Burger is an author, researcher, and historian known for documenting the history of reptile keeping, breeding, and trade in North America. He is the author of Herpetoculture in America: A Collective History, as well as The Dragon Traders, ... more

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Mike Van Nostrand is a longtime figure in the reptile industry and the owner of Strictly Reptiles, one of the most well-known reptile import and wholesale businesses in the United States. With decades of experience in the reptile trade, Mike has play... more

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In this episode, Lisa Farinha and I sit down with Ryan Young for a comprehensive deep dive into the iconic Green Tree Python. We explore its modern classification within the genus Morelia and the traditionally preferred legacy name, Chondropython, wh... more

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Codyjoe McEwen is the owner and operator of The Reptile Shop in Red Deer, Alberta, specializing in the keeping and breeding of rare and unique reptiles. Known for his work with pythons, boas, and monitor lizards, Codyjoe has developed an impressive c... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Van Nostrand
Owner of Strictly Reptiles and longtime reptile industry figure
Strictly Reptiles
Episode: 153 - A “Monster of God” Tells ALL | Mike Van Nostrand - The Expert and The Idiot
Ryan Young
Green tree python breeder who has bred all four species discussed
Episode: 152 - Pros and Chondros | Green Tree Python Deep Dive with Ryan Young and Lisa Farinha - The Expert and The Idiot - Reptile Podcast
Codyjoe McEwen
Owner and operator of The Reptile Shop, specializing in rare and unique reptiles
The Reptile Shop
Episode: 151 - Reading Your Reptiles | Wisdom from Codyjoe McEwan - The Expert and The Idiot
Bryan Fry
Venomologist, evolutionary biologist, professor and author of Venom Doc.
University of Queensland
Episode: 150 - Bryan Fry | Hunting Monster Anacondas with Will Smith, Deadly Venom & Scientific Dogma - The Expert and The Idiot
Becky (Emzotic)
Reptile educator, YouTuber, author, and founder/partner at Zen Habitats
Zen Habitats
Episode: 148 - Emzotic on Mental Health, Her Story & Chinese Water Dragons - The Expert and The Idiot
Ryan Spelman
Breeder and reptile enthusiast with a background in agricultural science
Self-published breeder community member
Episode: 147 - The IDEAL Captive Python with Ryan Spelman - The Expert and The Idiot - A Reptile Podcast
Lucas Van Buren Lee
Snake breeder and host/guest on the show
The Expert and The Idiot
Episode: 146 - Breeding Diamond Pythons, Indigo Snakes & More with Lucas Lee - The Expert and The Idiot
Adam Booth
Researcher discussed in the episode; tied to Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech
Episode: 145 - Virgin Births, Breeding Boas & Snake Mite Solutions with Dr. Booth - The Expert and The Idiot
Paul Lucas
Reptile keeper with a focus on mainland Reticulated Pythons
Episode: 144 - Keeping Monster Reticulated Pythons with Paul Lucas - The Expert and The Idiot

Host

Adam
Host of the show with a focus on education and industry context across reptile topics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Snakes are the best.

    Love it to long though and I have a pet snake 🐍. PS my favorite is the black mamba what’s yours?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SahandMDD
    Canada2 years ago
  • Heard ten seconds and loved it

    $AKES RULES AND I AM GOING TO GET A ONE PROBABLY (~_~)

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    5
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    Canada2 years ago
  • Not just for idiots!

    Great show with in depth and thoughtful conversations. I learn something every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boxtop 666
    United States2 years ago

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Audience enjoys practical tips and genuine mentorship moments.
Listeners describe the show as deeply informative and educational.
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#46
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#84
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#224
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#171
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#42
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

153 - A “Monster of God” Tells ALL | Mike Van Nostrand - The Expert and The Idiot
Q: Do you think that all the smuggling that happened and all the attention that these animals got through that has led to more conservation and protecting the animals in the wild?
Van Nostrand says he does not think wildlife protections are primarily helping conservation, and argues that captive breeding and commercial availability can reduce incentives to smuggle. He also criticizes restrictions he believes harm the pet trade.
153 - A “Monster of God” Tells ALL | Mike Van Nostrand - The Expert and The Idiot
Q: Can you kind of walk me through the evolution of Strictly Reptiles? How did it start?
Van Nostrand says the business grew out of his father's reptile operation. He and his mother chose the Strictly Reptiles name around 1987, and the company expanded through industry connections, imports, and his management of sales and finances.
150 - Bryan Fry | Hunting Monster Anacondas with Will Smith, Deadly Venom & Scientific Dogma - The Expert and The Idiot
Q: How do you make sense of surviving 27 envenomations when other people may die from a single bite?
Fry attributes his survival to detailed preparation, including extraction strategies, first-aid protocols, wilderness medical support and antivenom on remote expeditions, while acknowledging some earlier bites followed reckless choices.
150 - Bryan Fry | Hunting Monster Anacondas with Will Smith, Deadly Venom & Scientific Dogma - The Expert and The Idiot
Q: How did you get into studying venomous creatures, and what led to going herping with Will Smith for anacondas in the Amazon?
A childhood bout of spinal meningitis left Fry isolated and bedridden, and books about animals and snakes inspired him to study venom. His interest led him through fieldwork and research to the Ecuador expedition with Will Smith, where anacondas served as indicators of ecological health and pollution.
151 - Reading Your Reptiles | Wisdom from Codyjoe McEwan - The Expert and The Idiot
Q: What are some lessons learned that you could maybe pass on to listeners that maybe don't understand the importance of quarantine yet?
McEwen urges keepers to assume incoming animals could carry mites or viruses. He inspects and treats new arrivals, separates animals with mites, quarantines personal acquisitions for at least six months, and avoids sharing tools or supplies between animals.

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What is The Expert and The Idiot about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on practical reptile care, husbandry, and the ethics of keeping and breeding snakes and other reptiles, with a strong emphasis on education and community. Episodes thread together technical how-tos (enclosure design, biosecurity, lighting, feeding, and disease management) with broader discussions about industry dynamics, mentorship, sponsorships, and responsible content creation. A standout aspect is the willingness to tackle controversial topics and field-trial techniques, all while prioritizing animal welfare and knowledge-sharing over sensationalism. This makes it a valuable listen for hobbyists, small breeders, zookeepers, and educators seeking grounded, experience-driven insights from practitioners who liv... more

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2. Ryan Young
3. Codyjoe McEwen
4. Bryan Fry
5. Becky (Emzotic)
6. Ryan Spelman
7. Lucas Van Buren Lee
8. Adam Booth

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