237: The Viral Dad Who Trusted a Giant Snake with His Toddler | Ed Taoka - AAH
Ed Taoka of “Sonny and Cher Reticulated Pythons” joins today’s episode to discuss his experience with Reticulated Pythons, and more specifically, in handling and socializing with them and his daughter. We discuss how he began his journey in keeping retics, feeding moments vs handling, their high level of intelligence, and more! Ed shares his knowledge of snake body language, being in tune with animals, and the process of taming an animal, leading to how he keeps retics around his child.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/237-ed-taoka/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Ed’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonny_cher_reticsEd’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SonnyandCherReticulatedPythonsWe Discuss:0:00 Introducing Ed Taoka2:27 Welcome Ed + How Did He Start Keeping Reticulated Pythons10:27 Worries In Starting With Retics12:42 Socializing + Interacting With Ed’s Snakes18:39 Feeding vs Moments of Handling?21:55 How Intelligent Are Reticulated Pythons + Body Language27:28 Beginnings In Interactions With Snakes and His Daughter34:45 His Daughter’s Reaction to Snakes35:45 Animals At Home Patreon36:06 Snake Precautions Around Children38:22 Social Media Perceptions41:03 Retic With His Cat?42:36 Inspiration To Start Social Media + More Perceptions55:10 How Has Internet Fame Affected Ed?59:22 Ed’s Daughter’s Relationship with Snakes Now1:02:51 Future Enclosure Plans1:06:16 Closing Thoughts
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236: The Reptile Industry Is About to Collapse — Trump’s Tariffs Explained
Josh Halter of The Bio Dude discusses all about the recent challenging situations that The Bio Dude has been facing in recent times: from how Covid affected the business, the new tariff situation, and more. He talks in depth about the business practices that he has set in place in order for The Bio Dude to remain a productive business for himself and the staff, as well as some changes he has made to ensure he is a good owner of the business. Josh also discusses future plans for The Bio Dude, including isopod consumables from ethically sourced fish. This episode is great for people who want to learn more about The Bio Dude’s message, goals, and the behind the scenes struggles of a small business.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/236-the-bio-dude/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:The Bio Dude Website: https://www.thebiodude.com/The Bio Dude Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiodudeThe Bio Dude YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebiodudejoshhalterTIME STAMPS:0:00 Introducing Josh Halter from The Bio Dude2:35 Coming Up: Zoo Med University3:05 Coming Up: The Bio Dude3:40 Welcome Josh Halter + Recent Trip to Costa Rica9:22 The Business Model of The Bio Dude14:58 Recent Challenging Situations for Josh + Growth Process29:27 Josh As The Owner of The Bio Dude31:36 Zoo Med University32:47 Working Through Corona Virus35:27 The New Tariff Situation51:01 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub52:02 More Changes Made Due To Extenuating Circumstances57:37 New Plans For The Bio Dude: Consumables, Drainage Layers + More1:11:11 The Bio Dude Storefront1:18:48 Closing Thoughts
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235: This Is the Future of Reptile Expos — and It's Not What You Think | Dr. Zac Loughman - AAH
Dr. Zac Loughman joins today’s episode to discuss the creation of Colubrid Fest, a colubrid only reptile show filled with insightful speakers, engaging panels, with proceeds going directly back into funding research for the reptiles most commonly kept in the hobby. Zac shares details about how Colubrid Fest came to be, as well as the overall purpose behind its creation. We also talk about Zac’s personal reptile collection, husbandry research at West Liberty University, conservation efforts vs preservation, and much more! Don’t forget to purchase your tickets for the show on September 13th & 14th.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/235-dr-zac-loughman/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Purchase Tickets to Colubrid Fest: https://showmereptileshow.com/indianapolis-indiana-colubrid-festCCR Conservation Fund: https://www.colubridandcolubroidradio.com/conservationHusbandry in Natural History Episode w/ Zac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCV5tKf9EmYFalse Water Cobra Care Episode w/ Zac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pftnr4tCxl4Zac’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacloughman/Dr. Zac at West Liberty University: https://westliberty.edu/biology/faculty/zachary-j-loughman/Zac’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zac.loughman/Photos and Video in Episode:https://www.facebook.com/zac.loughman/Timestamps:0:00 Introducing Dr. Zac Loughman2:06 Coming Up: Zoo Med Labs2:36 Welcome Dr. Zac Loughman + New Books In Progress5:45 Zac’s Personal Reptile Collection + Husbandry Research19:56 Zoo Med Labs University21:07 Colubrid Fest Origin + Creation33:44 Animals At Home Patreon34:04 The Purpose of Colubrid Fest43:48 Conservation Efforts of Colubrid Fest58:53 Replicating Ethical Improvements With Other Animals1:01:43 Conservation vs Preservation1:14:42 Goals In Purchasing Land for Conservation1:19:10 Captive Breeding Release Projects1:30:04 Closing Thoughts
In this episode, we sit down with reptile and amphibian photographer Zac Herr, the creative force behind the popular Instagram account @IAmMakingArt. Zac shares the story of how he got started photographing reptiles and amphibians, along with practical tips for capturing stunning shots—whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into nature photography. We also dive into his brand-new photo book "What is that?", a beautifully curated look at some of the planet’s most fascinating (and often misunderstood) creatures. Whether you’re into animal photography, reptiles, or just love a good creative journey, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/234-zac-herr/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Buy the Book: https://www.zthphotography.com/products/bookhttps://www.instagram.com/iammakingart/https://www.facebook.com/iammakingartPhotos and Video in Episode:https://www.instagram.com/iammakingart/0:00 Introducing Zac Herr2:20 Coming Up Zoo Med2:50 Welcome Zac - Getting Started in Photography 14:40 Favorite Animal Zac Has Shot19:00 Isolating the Subject (Blank Background) 22:50 What Camera Equipment Zac Uses24:58 Zoo Med University 26:08 How to Capture Animal Detail 29:20 Capturing Great Photos with an iPhone32:10 Zac's Camera Settings38:00 How to Direct and Shoot Animals41:00 Shooting Venomous Animals 44:02 Editing the Photos & Color Correcting 52:33 What Is That? Zac's New Book!1:05:40 Closing Thoughts
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233: Finding the MONSTER of the AMAZON, A HUGE Green Anaconda - Caveman Wildlife - AAH
Christian Cave of Caveman Wildlife joins the podcast to chat about his new documentary filmed in the Amazon Rainforest, catching the world’s largest snake: The Green Anaconda. Christian tells the very detailed and interesting story of how he found, caught, measured, and captured all of the moments of the journey in finding the Green Anaconda. Christian discusses the documentary filming process from start to finish, including drone footage of the environment, some ending thoughts from commenters about the documentary, and a important conversation about sensationalism in the wildlife content creation genre. We also briefly discuss Genesis 1:26 and Christian’s interpretation of the meaning when it comes to treatment of wildlife and how it encourages him to continue education of animals. If you’re at all curious about the story of finding and capturing the world’s largest snake and the incredible moments that came along with it, this episode is a great one to tune into. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/233-caveman-wildlife/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Caveman Wildlife YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cavemanwildlifeCaveman Wildlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cavemanwildlifeCaveman Wildlife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caveman_wildlife0:00 Introducing Christian Cave2:45 Coming Up: The Bio Dude3:21 Coming Up: Zoo Med Labs3:51 Welcome Christian - The Story of The Yacumama Documentary10:52 The Environment in Peru + Where Anacondas Are Found18:29 Fear In The Amazon + Catching Caimans23:02 The Bio Dude Substrates and Bug Grub24:03 Drone Shots of The Anaconda + Tracks27:42 Importance of The Guide in The Amazon29:06 The Moment Christian Spots The Anaconda + The Catch35:09 Zoo Med Labs University36:19 The Moment Of The Catch39:17 The Anaconda Bite Experience45:30 Sensationalism in Wildlife + Content Creation50:43 The Measurement of The Anaconda54:24 Opinions on Keeping Anacondas In Captivity57:38 Genesis 1:26 Interpretation1:02:39 Near Misses + More Bites1:06:49 Content Created By Christian + Future Plans1:15:20 “A Day In The Life Of Snakes” Children’s Book1:18:02 Closing Thoughts
Exploring ethical captive management of reptiles & amphibians through the lens of biological science, conservation, and human nature. The Animals at Home Network is a herpetoculture-based podcast network that hosts: Animals at Home Podcast by Dillon Perron, Project Herpetoculture by Phillip Lietz and Roy Arthur Blodgett, Reptiles & Research Podcast by Liam Sinclair and Ellie Hills, and Animals Everywhere by Bryce Broom. Each show on the network brings all members of the reptile community together to discuss reptile husbandry, scientific research, breeding, wildlife conservation, and more!
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