https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reptile-room-confessions-podcast--4246724enHobbiesCopyright Reptile Room Confessionshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3560f3d5a738054c83bcd42fe8ce38ab.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reptile-room-confessions-podcast--4246724Sun, 03 Mar 2024 22:24:51 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsReptile Room Confessionsfeeds@spreaker.comWelcome to Reptile Room Confessions. Join your hosts Ryan and Erica McVeigh and Bill and Teresa Bradley as they tackle the conversations we all have when the reptile room door is closed. Together and with their guests, they openly discuss the...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-cohabitation--43499951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43499951Tue, 16 Feb 2021 23:22:09 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsListen in this week as the crew, minus a sick Erica, discuss the ins and outs of keeping animals in the same habitat. Cohabitation is usually thought of when referring to different species in the same habitat, but even when it's the same species...5219alligator,amphibian,cohabitation,crocodile,frog,gecko,herpetoculture,herpetology,husbandry,lizard,newt,pets,reptile,reptiles,salamander,science,snake,toad,tortoise,turtlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/epsode-19-a-climate-within-a-climate--42893858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42893858Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:26:09 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsThis week the crew discusses the vast variety of climates where reptiles exist and the microclimates within them. With so many important pieces to create a complete habitat it can be overwhelming. Don't worry, here are some great ways to increase...6321amphibian,amphibians,aquarium,conservation,frog,gecko,habitat,herpetoculture,herpetology,herps,husbandry,lizard,microclimate,pets,reptile,reptiles,snake,tank,terrarium,turtlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-how-beginners-see-the-hobby-today--42459991https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42459991Sun, 13 Dec 2020 07:50:28 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsWe all remember the joy we had when we first fell in love with reptiles, but we don't always remember what it was like to try and find information and what drove us. This week we speak with a friend who first set foot in the hobby 9 months ago as he...6229amphibian,apprentice,bearded,crocodile,dragon,frog,gecko,herpetoculture,herpetology,hobby,learning,lizard,newt,reptile,salamander,snake,toad,tortoise,turtle,usarkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-reptile-rescue-realities--42208739https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42208739Sat, 28 Nov 2020 02:57:37 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsAs reptiles grow in popularity as amazing pets for families, there is a growing need to help rescue and rehome animals in need. This episode discusses some of the daily grind of running a rescue and the emotional impact it can have, both positive and...7098alligator,amphibian,charity,dragon,frog,iguana,lizard,monitor,passion,reptile,rescue,salamander,snake,toad,turtlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-bill-stewart-reptiles-and-mental-health--41969761https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41969761Sat, 14 Nov 2020 04:22:37 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsIn this episode we discuss a topic that's rarely discussed in general, but likely never been discussed on a podcast. We bring in our great friend, reptile enthusiast, and licensed therapist, Bill Stewart, to discuss how he uses reptiles in therapy...7035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-trends-in-herpetoculture-and-conserving-diversity--41711001https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41711001Fri, 30 Oct 2020 04:49:38 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsA quick rundown of some herpetocultural history and then a discussion on how breeding and diversity has changed over the years and what we as keepers and hobbyists need to do to conserve the diversity of species available to us in the hobby. Listen...7712amphibians,biodiversity,conservation,ethics,frog,gecko,herpetoculture,herpetology,history,lizard,pets,reptiles,salamander,snake,toad,turtlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-the-keys-to-differentiating-species--41469268https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41469268Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:17:29 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsFor this episode we dive back into the world of research and discuss what it takes to define a species or to break down a single species into more than one. This informative and entertaining conversation is with special guest, Sam Fellows, a...5111academia,academics,amphibians,education,frog,lizard,newt,rattlesnake,reptiles,research,salamander,science,sidewinder,snake,tortoise,turtle,venomousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-focused-vs-broad-in-collection-diversity--41253188https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41253188Fri, 02 Oct 2020 01:59:27 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsIn this episode, the crew talks about their journey to where they are in regard to what they keep and why. While the Bradley's keep a huge variety of species for education, the McVeigh's keep a smaller collection that is more focused on animal...6649alligators,amphibians,crocodiles,frogs,geckos,herpetoculture,herpetology,husbandry,lizards,reptiles,salamanders,snakes,toads,tortoises,turtlesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-reptiles-in-academia--40875844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40875844Sun, 13 Sep 2020 07:33:44 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsThis week we talk with Bill's long time friend, Dr. Samantha Kahl, a herpetologist and professor at Blackburn College. If you've ever wondered where an academic career in herpetology could take you, this is a great start! Don't miss another amazing...6791academics,amphibians,boas,boiga,careers,frogs,herpetoculture,herpetology,lizards,newts,pythons,reptiles,salamanders,science,snakes,toads,tortoises,turtles,venomousfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-conservation-confusion--40524238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40524238Thu, 27 Aug 2020 20:32:56 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsConservation through captive breeding is a great thing! The problem is that as a hobby, we've misunderstood what conservation really is. On this episode the group speaks with Myke Clarkson of Herpetological Conservation International about wildlife...5443alligator,amphibians,conservation,crocodile,frog,herpetoculture,herpetology,lizard,pet,pets,reptiles,salamander,snake,toad,tortoise,turtle,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-confessions-crew-conversations--40296700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40296700Thu, 13 Aug 2020 01:24:43 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsThis time the crew has an open format episode! While they expected to talk about updates with their animals and lives, the conversation takes a ton or turns. This one is a long one, so buckle in!7475amphibian,boa,frog,gecko,herpetoculture,herpetology,lizard,python,reptile,reptiles,salamander,snake,snakes,toad,tortoise,turtlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-the-dirty-secret-of-veterinary-medicine--40066316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40066316Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:59:55 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsVeterinary medicine for reptiles is a recently new sector in the field. This week, we speak with Dr. Michael Corcoran, President of the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians and ask some of the hard questions we all face when it's time...5537arav,frogs,geckos,herpetology,lizards,medicine,newts,salamanders,snakes,tortoises,turtles,usark,veterinarian,veterinaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-the-importance-of-reptile-outreach-and-education--39876805https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39876805Tue, 21 Jul 2020 04:27:19 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsThere is an extreme misunderstanding about reptiles and how amazing they are. It's up to us as keepers to help the public, our family, our friends, and anyone else around us, learn the truth. It can be done in amazing ways, and it can be done in ways...6753amphibian,education,frog,herpetology,lizard,outreach,reptile,salamander,science,snake,speaking,toad,tortoise,turtlefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-our-reptile-freedom-is-in-jeopardy--35237677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/35237677Wed, 01 Jul 2020 23:00:08 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsThis episode covers the world of laws and ordinances in the United States with special guest, President of the United States Association of Reptile Keepers, Phil Goss. Listen in to hear how these laws and bans come up, what you can do to get...5431amphibian,ban,freedom,frog,herpetoculture,herpetology,information,legislation,lizard,reptile,rights,snake,tortoise,turtle,usarkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-in-case-of-emergency-don-t-break-the-glass--31572695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/31572695Thu, 18 Jun 2020 00:18:29 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsIn this episode the group discusses different emergency scenarios and how to be best prepared for them. Severe weather, hospitalization, military deployment, even death, all have a lot of pieces to making sure your animals are well cared for when...6250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-the-balance-of-hots-in-captivity--28987763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28987763Wed, 03 Jun 2020 23:00:06 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsVenomous snakes are often a debated topic for any herpetile lovers. Listen in as the crew speak with Megan Villand, Director of Operations for MToxins Venom Lab about keeping reptiles in captivity, what you need to know, and how to do it right.5459amphibians,cobras,herp,herpetology,keeping,lab,lizards,mtoxins,pets,reptiles,science,snakes,venom,venomous,vipersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-quarantine-a-necessary-precaution-for-all-keepers--28585806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28585806Fri, 29 May 2020 04:55:19 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsThis week, the group talks about the importance of quarantining your new animals away from the rest of your collection. They discuss the why, how, and where, along with other important views and insights you may not have thought about.5080amphibians,confessions,herp,herper,herpetoculture,herpetology,husbandry,ibd,mites,nidovirus,pet,pets,proceedure,quarantine,reptile,reptiles,tips,veterinarian,veterinary,virusfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-minimum-requirements-and-doing-better--26854431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26854431Wed, 06 May 2020 22:55:10 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsIn this episode we discuss minimum husbandry requirements, how you can do better, and how analyzing the reasons you keep these amazing animals can help direct you to the best way to keep, manage, and enjoy them! This is a touchy and high tension topic...5096amphibians,herpetoculture,husbandry,pets,reptilesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-uncommon-beginners-and-common-disasters--25924920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25924920Wed, 22 Apr 2020 23:06:23 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsIn this episode, we discuss less known or thought about great starter species, and common species that all too often end in disaster!5187amphibians,herpetoculture,husbandry,pets,reptilesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-introducing-the-team--25068379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25068379Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:41:27 +0000Reptile Room ConfessionsFor Episode 1 Erica, Ryan, Bill, and Teresa ask eachother questions to introduce themselves, what fuels their passion, and what they want to do with the future of this podcast!4781amphibians,herpetoculture,lizards,reptiles,snakesfalsefull