Latest Reptile Podcast Episodes

Reptile Fight Club artwork

Mimicking Nature vs. Simplistic Approach with Keeping Reptiles.

Reptile Fight Club - July 19, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Justin and Rob tackle the topic of keeping reptiles by collecting weather data and trying to mimic them as closely as possible vs. approaching keeping in a more simplistic approach. Who will win? You decide. Reptile Fight Club! Follow Justin Julander @ Australian Add...

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. artwork

Episode 222: What's the Definition of a "Modern Zookeeper"? (with Shane Gorbett)

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. - July 18, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour
With Ari away at the IAATE Midyear Meeting, Chris is joined by fellow ABMA Board Member and animal behavior podcaster, Shane Gorbett, to attempt to answer this question: how do we define a "modern zookeeper"? If you have a shout-out you’d like us to share, a question or a topic you’d like us t...

Better Animal Handling artwork

Transporting Cattle

Better Animal Handling - July 16, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Come along with Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they give advice on: Preparing cattle for transport Loading cattle in trailers Federal requirements when transporting cattle Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Walkin' on the Wild Side artwork

Hognose Snakes - The Shakespearean Serpent

Walkin' on the Wild Side - July 15, 2024 21:00 - 32 minutes
It's time for another episode of Walkin' on the Wild Side and this time, we're talking about a really cool snake that deserves an Oscar for it's unique defensive abilities.  We're talking about the hognose snake!  Join Marvin and Gabrielle on the back porch on a hot and humid evening chatting ab...

Reptile Fight Club artwork

RFC Clip Show

Reptile Fight Club - July 12, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Justin and Rob have another clip show.  Follow Justin Julander @ Australian Addiction Reptiles-http://www.australianaddiction.com IG Follow Rob @  https://www.instagram.com/highplainsherp/ Follow MPR Network @ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MoreliaPythonRadio IG: ...

Snake Talk artwork

108 | Chocoan Bushmasters

Snake Talk - July 12, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour
Join Dr. Jenkins as he sits down with María Elena Barragán-Paladines from the Quito Vivarium to explore the remarkable work being done in education, outreach, and conservation. Dive into the world of one of the planet's most fascinating creatures, the Chocoan Bushmaster, as María Elena provides ...

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. artwork

Episode 221: A Journalist's Guide to Training the Human Animal (with Amy Sutherland)

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. - July 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour
Well, this one is certainly a blast from the past! On this episode, we are extremely excited to welcome journalist and author, Amy Sutherland! Chris first met Amy 21 years ago (!) when she came to spend time with him and his classmates at Moorpark College's (then-named) Exotic Animal Training an...

Better Animal Handling artwork

How to Prepare to be a Good Animal Handler

Better Animal Handling - July 09, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger provide guidance in how to become a good animal handler, including: The study and observation required of a good animal handler Constant practice of animal handling to prevent loss of skills Ten keys to becoming a good animal handler Link to show notes: Bett...

Reptile Fight Club artwork

Herping for Rare vs. Common Species w/ Shane Madsen

Reptile Fight Club - July 05, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Justin and Rob tackle the topic of Herping for Rare vs. Common Species w/ Shane Madsen Who will win? You decide. Reptile Fight Club! Follow Justin Julander @ Australian Addiction Reptiles-http://www.australianaddiction.com IG Follow Rob @  https://www.instagram.co...

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. artwork

Episode 220: We're Scientists! We're Doing It! We're Doing the Thing! (with Jeremiah Shon)

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. - July 04, 2024 09:00 - 53 minutes
You know what they say: you send Chris and Ari an email, you end up on the podcast. We're super happy to welcome Jeremiah Shon from John Ball Zoo to the show! Jeremiah is a recent NEI workshop attendee who reached out to share some cool training stuff that he and his team have been doing with th...

Better Animal Handling artwork

Horseback Riding Safety for Trail Riding

Better Animal Handling - July 02, 2024 05:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Come join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they check off some tips on: Desirable trail riding mental attitude Trail riding etiquette Safety precautions for trail riding Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Walkin' on the Wild Side artwork

Masters of Mimicry

Walkin' on the Wild Side - July 01, 2024 21:00 - 27 minutes
It's time for another episode of Walkin' on the Wild Side!  Join Gabrielle and Marvin on the back porch as we talk about that master of mimicry, the northern mockingbird.  Join us and learn more about this "prolific polyglot" and hopefully develop a little appreciation and fondness for this tena...

Snake Talk artwork

107 | Save the Snakes

Snake Talk - June 28, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour
Dr. Jenkins sits down with Michael Starkey, Founder and Executive Director of Save the Snakes. They begin the discussion by talking about Michael's path to conservation - it is an inspiring story that is somewhat different from most. They then delve into the work of Save the Snakes, focusing on ...

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. artwork

Episode 219: Positivity and Leadership in a Field of "Cultures of Silence"

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. - June 27, 2024 17:57 - 46 minutes
Our hosts dig into all forms of media - print, social, and electronic - to discuss the challenge of "cultures of silence" in the zoo field (which, we beg your pardon, involves us repeating a little salty language), and chat about some good advice about how positivity and leadership behaviors can...

Creature Comforts artwork

Creature Comforts - CLASSIC | Mississippi Black Bears

Creature Comforts - June 27, 2024 15:30 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. The black bear and Mississippi have a storied history together, dating back to the days of Pr...

Terrible Lizards artwork

TLS10E06 The Death of The Dinosaurs

Terrible Lizards - June 26, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes
We have touched on the extinction that killed the dinosaurs plenty of times before over the various seasons of TL, but we have never really tackled it fully before. Finally, we are joined by a real expert on this subject, Melanie During who is in the process of finishing her PhD on this very sub...

Better Animal Handling artwork

Containments for House Cats

Better Animal Handling - June 25, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger will cover: Cages and catteries for cats Cat crates Fences and tunnels for cats Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Chameleon Academy Podcast artwork

Coccidia Parasites and Chameleons

Chameleon Academy Podcast - June 21, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratings
Coccidia is a parasite that can do great harm to your chameleon. By knowing the coccidia  lifecycle we are able to device medications and strategies to eradicate it. by the end of this episode you will have a working knowledge of the coccidia parasite in the context of chameleons.

Reptile Fight Club artwork

Best to Go Broad or Niche? with Kori Martin

Reptile Fight Club - June 21, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Justin and Rob talk about whether it is best to Go Broad or Niche. With special guest Kori Martin Who will win? You decide. Reptile Fight Club! Follow Justin Julander @ Australian Addiction Reptiles-http://www.australianaddiction.com IG Follow Rob @  https://www.i...

Creature Comforts artwork

Creature Comforts | Shorelines for Shorebirds

Creature Comforts - June 20, 2024 18:13 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Here on Creature Comforts, we like to have experts on to discuss what we know about our natur...

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. artwork

Episode 218: Good Luck Getting Rid of Me! (with Brittni Rice)

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. - June 20, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes
With Chris stuck in traffic between work locations, Ari is joined by NEI's own Brittni Rice on the eve of her first anniversary with the company! Brittni shares her history in the field, the differences between working as a show trainer and a zoo keeper, the experience of being both a learner an...

Better Animal Handling artwork

Natural Behavior of Donkeys

Better Animal Handling - June 19, 2024 01:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they review: Donkey evolution and domestication Donkeys as sentinels for dangers to property or animals How to better handle donkeys Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Reptile Fight Club artwork

RFC - Is it Unethical to Herp in Large Groups?

Reptile Fight Club - June 15, 2024 21:04 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Justin and Rob tackle the topic of Herping in a large group. Is it ethical?  Who will win? You decide. Reptile Fight Club! Follow Justin Julander @ Australian Addiction Reptiles-http://www.australianaddiction.com Follow Rob @  https://www.instagram.com/highplainshe...

Walkin' on the Wild Side artwork

Back Porch Birdwatching - Red-shouldered Hawks

Walkin' on the Wild Side - June 15, 2024 12:00 - 28 minutes
It's time for another episode of Walkin' on the Wild Side and this episode literally fell from the sky for Gabrielle and I!  We are fortunate to have a family of Red-shouldered hawks living in our woods and they put on a show recently, literally waking Gabrielle up with their loud shrieking.  So...

Extinction Event artwork

Invasive Parrots

Extinction Event - June 14, 2024 10:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
After the US made its own native parrots go extinct, we found ourselves wishing for those lovable chatterboxes once again. And so we got ‘em. We delve into the origin stories and survival techniques of red crowned parrots, monk parakeets and more on this week’s episode.  Leave us a voice messag...

Snake Talk artwork

106 | California Snakes and Live Streaming at a Snake Den

Snake Talk - June 14, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour
Dr. Jenkins sits down with returning guest Dr. Emily Taylor to discuss some exciting new developments in the world of snakes. First, they delve into her new book, "California Snakes and How to Find Them," which explores each species in California and offers field herping advice for encountering ...

Reptile Talk artwork

Episode ONE HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR - Ty Park (Iguana Land Zoo)

Reptile Talk - June 14, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour
Tonight we are joined by an industry LEGEND, Mr. Ty Park.  Most recently, Ty is known most for his Reptile Zoo, Iguana Land in Punta Gorda, FL.  The zoo is one of the most, if not the most reptile-diverse zoo in the country!  Ty's dedication to Iguanas, and other lizards over the years have also...

Creature Comforts artwork

Creature Comforts | Oysters and The Nature Conservancy

Creature Comforts - June 13, 2024 18:21 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Schools are out, summer is here, and the coasts of Mississippi are ready to welcome visitors ...

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. artwork

Episode 217: Can We Talk About This "Charismatic Megafauna" Thing? (with Jessi Krebs and Greg Lepera)

The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc. - June 13, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour
Ari and Chris are back in the office together and are joined (with the recording gods on our side this time) by Jessi Krebs and Grep Lepera! Jessi and Greg share their paths in the zoo field (we're talking 95 combined years of reptile awesomeness, ya'll), their history with the Crocodilian Biolo...

Monitor Keeping Podcast artwork

Monitor Success with Kori Martin

Monitor Keeping Podcast - June 11, 2024 20:53 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 17 ratings
In this episode, we are talking to Kori Martin about her success with keeping & breeding Monitors.  about Follow Alan FB-Origin Reptiles. https://www.facebook.com/Origins-Reptile-555725471567323 IG- https://www.instagram.com/origins_reptile/ Follow Khai FB- https://www.facebook.co...