
A podcast for the uninformed and informed on how to keep snakes and reptiles alive, based on the practices of experts.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 154 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NatureScience | |||

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
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
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
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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Love it to long though and I have a pet snake 🐍. PS my favorite is the black mamba what’s yours?
$AKES RULES AND I AM GOING TO GET A ONE PROBABLY (~_~)
Great show with in depth and thoughtful conversations. I learn something every time.
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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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