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147 - The IDEAL Captive Python with Ryan Spelman - The Expert and The Idiot - A Reptile Podcast
20/09/2026 | 2h 43 mins.Ryan Spelman is a Field Research and Outreach Specialist in Field Crop Pathology with Penn State. Outside of his professional work, Ryan is an experienced reptile keeper with a particular passion for Borneo short-tailed pythons, along with carpet and blood pythons. He is especially drawn to Borneo short-tails for their earth tone coloration and incredible variation in pattern and color.
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Please note that the information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. For any animal-related health and wellness concerns, it's advisable to seek guidance from a qualified veterinarian.146 - Breeding Diamond Pythons, Indigo Snakes & More with Lucas Lee - The Expert and The Idiot
13/09/2026 | 2h 36 mins.Lucas Lee is a wildlife biologist, reptile breeder, and founder of Centralian Exotics. With a master's degree in Biology, Zoo Science & Applied Conservation from West Liberty University and professional experience as a wildlife biologist, Lucas combines evidence-based herpetoculture with a passion for Australian pythons. Known for his meticulous husbandry and quality-first breeding philosophy, he is dedicated to advancing captive care through science, education, and responsible reptile keeping.
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06/09/2026 | 2h 35 mins.Dr. Warren Booth is a world-renowned evolutionary geneticist, university professor, and dedicated reptile advocate with decades of experience studying the science of herpetoculture. Widely known for his groundbreaking discovery of facultative parthenogenesis or "virgin births" in boa constrictors and wild pit vipers, Dr. Booth has become a vital scientific voice in the community, bridging the gap between advanced DNA research and everyday keeping. Serving on the Board of Directors for USARK and as an Endowed Associate Professor at Virginia Tech, he shares his deep genetic expertise to protect the hobby while inspiring keepers to better understand the biology of the animals they love.
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Please note that the information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. For any animal-related health and wellness concerns, it's advisable to seek guidance from a qualified veterinarian.144 - Keeping Monster Reticulated Pythons with Paul Lucas - The Expert and The Idiot
02/09/2026 | 2h 51 mins.Paul Lucas, better known as The Retic Keeper, is a longtime mainland reticulated python keeper, breeder, and educator with decades of experience working with one of the world's largest snake species. Known for his practical husbandry insights and deep passion for mainland retics, Paul has become a respected voice in the community, sharing his knowledge and experiences while inspiring the next generation of keepers through educational content and community engagement.
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Please note that the information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. For any animal-related health and wellness concerns, it's advisable to seek guidance from a qualified veterinarian.143 - The Secret Lives of RattleSnakes with Dr. Emily Taylor - The Expert and The Idiot - Reptile Podcast
30/08/2026 | 2h 15 mins.Dr. Emily Taylor is a professor of biological sciences at Cal Poly, director of the Physiological Ecology of Reptiles Lab (PERL), and founder of the community science initiative Project RattleCam. An award-winning herpetologist, author, and science communicator, her research focuses on reptile physiology, behavior, and conservation, with a particular emphasis on rattlesnakes.
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Disclaimer:
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