Episodes

  • Cockroaches!
    Sep 12 2024

    Leah and Simon explore the world of cockroaches. Are they really disgusting? What do they actually do and eat? Would you keep a species of cockroaches as a pet? We also have an interesting legend involving cockroaches. Tube in to learn more!

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Reptile Expos and Invert Shows
    Aug 14 2024

    Leah and Simon talk all about shows and expos, what to expect, what to bring, and why you should keep an open mind. Between the two of our hosts, there is a wealth of knowledge and experience of going to shows as an attendee and as a vender. Listen in for all the tips on sifting out the best tarantula breeders and keeping in the know of this amazing hobby.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Bites, Stings, and ouchie things
    Jul 12 2024

    Leah and Simon discuss the invertebrates that bite or sting, what the difference is, which bites/stings are the worst, treatment, and how to avoid them! Do you know how to care for puncture wounds? We do and we're happy to share all this information in this week's episode.

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    56 mins
  • Spider Shoppe
    Jul 5 2024

    Leah and Simon open season two with an interview of Tyler Kirk, owner and operator of Spider Shoppe in the US. Listen in a Leah totally geeks out about Tom Patterson and Richard Stewart because of Tyler's recent trip with them to Peru! Tyler also talks about how he started Spider Shoppe and what it takes to import tarantulas into the US hobby.

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    59 mins
  • Cephalopods
    Mar 27 2024

    Leah and Simon talk about cephalopods including octopus, squid, nautilus and cuttlefish! We happily delve into the deep oceans where our knowledge isn't as keen, but thankfully, we did our research. Included in this episode; species of interest, what they are and what they do, and mythology from around the world! Release the kraken!

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    59 mins
  • Invasive species
    Mar 13 2024

    Leah and Simon talk about plants, animals, and insects that have been introduced to regions they don't belong. What does it take to become an invasive species and why is it bad? What can you do to help the prevention? Listen in and find out!

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Jackie Billotte M.S
    Mar 6 2024

    Leah and Simon sit down with Jackie Billotte M.S who is an entomologist! This is an episode you don't want to miss out on. We discussed being behaviors, conservation, and why people tend to care more about panda bears more than inverts.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Isopods
    Feb 28 2024

    Isopods, rollie pollies, pillbugs, woodlouse, sowbugs, whatever you call them, Leah and Simon have all the details about these extraordinary invertebrates. We discuss where they live, what they do, and their anatomy. Listen in for Leah's to 5 species to keep!

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    1 hr and 1 min