Reptile Rendezvous Podcast

Coffee and Critters: Richard's Brew. With Richard from The Tarantula Collective

Richard takes a deep dive into the basics of tarantula care. He'll share tips on habitat setup, feeding, and even handling This episode is perfect for anyone curious about getting started with tarantulas, providing practical advice in a friendly, approachable way.These episodes not only highlight Richard's expertise but also create a warm, inviting atmosphere for listeners to learn and engage with the fascinating world of these wonderful arachnids!00:00 Start 00:01 Intro00:40 Stigmas surrounding spiders03:24 What is The Tarantula Collective and how did it all begin?13:41 Social media and the kind of thing Richard posts21:55 Amazon expeditions and filming tarantulas in their native environments 24:39 What are some common misconceptions about spiders that you'd love to clear up?27:45 How can we help educate kids about spiders so they grow up appreciating them rather than fearing them?36:28 Are tarantulas good to handle? Top tips for beginners?50:14 Sexing tarantulas and the differences between males and females 55:15 Mutual friends and enclosures 1:00:00 Tarantula Cribs x The Tarantula Collective enclosures1:02:52 The Tarantula Collective Coffee1:11:48 Alex shows Richard pictures of her Goliath Bird Eater sling and they discuss their love for spiders "cute" faces1:15:10 Where can we find you online?1:15:59 EndDate filmed: 24th of October 2024

Bioactive Enclosures: Making Nature Work for You With Josh The Bio Dude

Bioactive Enclosures: Making Nature Work for You With Josh The Bio DudeJoin the conversation as Josh breaks down the concept of bioactive enclosures. What’s that, you ask? It’s like creating a little slice of nature in your home! Alex and Josh will chat about the benefits of having live plants, clean-up crews, and how this setup can improve the quality of life for your reptiles and amphibians. Plus, they’ll share some tips to get you started! 00:00 Start00:01 Intro00:48 Can you give us a quick rundown of who you are and what led you to become the Bio Dude?06:00 Common reptile misconceptions06:55 Talking about plants, keeping them alive and how The Bio Dude help make plant keeping for everyone10:57 Why are bioactive enclosures good for reptiles and other animals?18:09 Pacman frogs, instagram vs reality21:20 Cane toads, frogs and amphibians23:54 Why are bioactive enclosures good for reptiles and other animals?30:36 The benefit of tunnels in reptile enclosures. What are the risks?35:30 What does Bio Dude sell? (USA)40:04 How can someone who's thinking of starting their own bioactive enclosure start?47:47 Where can we find you online?50:22 Closing50:49 End Date recorded: 22nd of October 2024

Tortoise Tales: Personal Stories from the Garden

In this episode, Alex sits down with Justin to explore the fascinating world of tortoises. They’ll discuss the various species Justin has in his garden, highlighting unique traits and characteristics. Listeners will learn about the differences between popular species like the Sulcata and the Russian tortoise, as well as less popular species and what it takes to care for each one. 00:00 Start00:01 Why I started the Reptile Rendezvous podcast02:20 UK nature 03:36 Florida's climate, how (almost) everything thrives there and keeping reptiles outside in Florida04:32 Why it's important to help each other learn and 05:57 Dillon Perron from the Animals at Home Podcast07:47 Different elements and topics in/of the Reptile Rendezvous podcast11:04 Podcast guests and making them feel comfortable during recording. Being neurodivergent in the reptile community12:35 **TW: Talking about addiction** Sobriety, mental health issues and how animals help15:29 Getting new animals/reptiles/pets, things to think about beforehand17:37 Anthony Pierlioni18:52 Intro 19:26 Tell us a bit about yourself. How did you get into tortoise keeping?19:50 Burmese Star Tortoises21:30 What's your favourite tortoise species and what makes them stand out to you?22:03 If someone wanted to keep a tortoise as a pet, what essential tips would you give them?22:59 What animals do you currently have?23:52 Justin's black breasted leaf turtle26:46 Tell us about keeping reptiles outside 31:00 What are your dream species?32:03 Where can people find you online?32:26 Closing33:11 End

Breeding Reptiles Responsibly and the Importance of Doing Proper Research Before Getting an Animal, With Eddie Soto Exotics

In this episode, we sit down with Eddie Soto from Soto Exotics, who shares his insights on ethical reptile breeding. We dive into what it means to breed responsibly, the importance of ethical practices and researching your breeder is before you get an animal from them.

Beneath the Surface - With Marine Biologist, Nick Davis

(00:00) Start (00:03) Intro (00:56) Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do (02:05) Hurricane Milton (03:35) What sparked your interest in marine biology? Was there a moment that made you say, "this is what I want to do"? (05:33) What's a syngnathidae? (06:49) (Story 1) Can you share one of your most memorable underwater experiences while scuba diving? (09:36) (Story 2) Can you share one of your most memorable underwater experiences while scuba diving? (13:27) If you could dive anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why? (15:31) What's the most surprising thing you've learned about seahorses that you think most people don't know? (19:52) Nick's social media content & Puffer fish (20:36) If you could study any marina species without limitations, which one would it be and why? (23:00) What's the coolest marine creature you've encountered while diving, and what made is special? (26:42) Justice for blobfish (29:14) Fishing and how we can fish sustainably (32:47) Are there any ways that people can help support sustainable sustainable fishing? (36:27) What's a common misconception people have about the ocean or marine wildlife that you'd like to clear up? (43:22) Alex gets distracted by the dog she's babysitting (43:43) What role do seahorses and pipefish play in their ecosystems and why are they so important to marine biodiversity? (50:53) Dog needs a toilet break! (51:02) What causes the 'super blooms'? (52:38) The moral, ethical and humane ways to study seahorses and pipefish (58:40) How do you think social media has changed the way we communicate science, especially in fields like marine biology? (1:00:00) How do you balance your passion for marine science with the demands of communicating that knowledge to a broader audience? (1:06:09) Dog tries to chew everything in sight (1:08:07) What are your opinions on films like Shark Tale and Finding Nemo? Are they accurate? (1:10:21) Impressions of Shark Tale characters (sorry) (1:11:41) Where can people find resources if they would like to learn more about marine biology and how to make it into a career? (1:13:41) Do you have any tips for aspiring underwater photographers looking to capture stunning images of marine life? (1:17:15) Why not to geotag your photos in areas where poaching might be/are an issue (1:20:27) What animals do you currently have? (1:22:31) Meeting Lana, the chinchilla (1:25:15) Owning chinchillas, instagram vs reality (1:28:11) Any tips for anyone thinking of starting an aquarium? Beginner knowledge? Do's and don'ts? (1:28:36) WiFi crashes - Cue tangen about piercings chewing (1:29:20) Any tips for anyone thinking of starting an aquarium? Beginner knowledge? Do's and don'ts? (1:33:09) Best types of starter fish? (1:36:10) Recommended photography equipment (1:37:12) Water changes - Be aware (1:39:15) Fish to avoid and why? (1:39:43) Where can we find you on social media? (1:40:26) Closing (1:42:56) Outro (1:43:20) End