Mike & Matt sit down with Zac Parpart of Reptile Ads for a focused conversation on where marketing in the reptile space is headed. No co-host, no noise—just a straight look at advertising, visibility, and whether paid promotion actually moves the needle for breeders and brands.They dig into how Reptile Ads works, what problems it’s trying to solve, and where ads make sense—and where they don’t. From organic reach vs paid traffic to trust, targeting, and ROI, this episode breaks down the realities of running ads in a niche industry that’s still figuring out how to scale.If you’ve ever wondered whether reptile ads are a gimmick or a legit tool, this conversation lays it out plainly. Real talk about growth, attention, and what it takes to stand out now.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast #morphmarket #reptileexposA special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsPlease support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Double Clutch Introhttps://youtu.be/cTMmzXwVNt4?si=VkA7wizJ6rWbfwg6Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Double Clutch goes straight into the parts of the ball python game nobody likes to talk about. The setbacks. The politics. The hidden pressures. The stuff that hits your pockets, your confidence, and your passion if you’re not ready for it.Mike and Matt break down the realities behind the curtain — from breeder burnout to market manipulation to the emotional toll of losses. If you’ve ever wondered what really happens in the shadows of this industry, this episode pulls the truth into the light.Raw talk. Real lessons. No sugarcoating. Tune in.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast #morphmarket #reptileexposA special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsPlease support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Double Clutch Introhttps://youtu.be/cTMmzXwVNt4?si=VkA7wizJ6rWbfwg6Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Mike and Matt tap into their experience and instincts to forecast what’s next for the ball python game. From morph trends and market shifts to how technology and branding will reshape the landscape, they break down the moves that’ll define the future of the industry—and who’s most likely to thrive in it.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast #morphmarket #reptileexposA special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsPlease support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Double Clutch Introhttps://youtu.be/cTMmzXwVNt4?si=VkA7wizJ6rWbfwg6Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Mike and Matt dive into the evolving definition of “high end” in the ball python market. From shifting price points and project saturation to the true value of innovation and brand power, this episode breaks down where the real top-tier action is happening—and what it actually takes to stand out.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast #morphmarket #reptileexposA special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsPlease support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Double Clutch Introhttps://youtu.be/cTMmzXwVNt4?si=VkA7wizJ6rWbfwg6Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

#Doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast A special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsHusbandry.Prohttps://husbandry.pro/dashboard.php🚨🚨New and inactive Husbandry.Pro members, be sure to utilize promo code DCSQUAD60 to receive two free months of Husbandry.Pro!🚨🚨Please support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Reptile Laws By Statehttps://usark.org/reptile-ownership-laws-by-state/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Cain from Keeper Cain steps into Double Clutch for a real conversation on what it takes to build a name in the reptile world. From carving out an identity to staying consistent when the noise gets loud, we dig into the mindset and moves that separate builders from bystanders. If you’re serious about turning passion into presence, this one’s for you.#Doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast A special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsHusbandry.Prohttps://husbandry.pro/dashboard.php🚨🚨New and inactive Husbandry.Pro members, be sure to utilize promo code DCSQUAD60 to receive two free months of Husbandry.Pro!🚨🚨Please support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Reptile Laws By Statehttps://usark.org/reptile-ownership-laws-by-state/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Mike and Matt break down the key factors driving ball python prices in today’s market. From the KINOVA effect to supply and demand, genetics, and the role of hype, they dive into what really sets the numbers behind the snakes.Tune in for straight talk on market trends, breeder strategies, and how to navigate the shifting landscape of ball python pricing.oubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast A special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsHusbandry.Prohttps://husbandry.pro/dashboard.php🚨🚨New and inactive Husbandry.Pro members, be sure to utilize promo code DCSQUAD60 to receive two free months of Husbandry.Pro!🚨🚨Please support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Reptile Laws By Statehttps://usark.org/reptile-ownership-laws-by-state/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

With Mike down in Daytona for NRBE, Matt links up with Double Clutch Patreon member Chris from 319 Reptiles for a full-on takeover. They dive into the world of reptile expos—what makes them powerful, the real wins beyond sales, and how to cut through the chaos to build real connections. From vendor hustle to community vibes, this one’s all about the grind and the culture that keeps the scene moving.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast A special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsHusbandry.Prohttps://husbandry.pro/dashboard.php🚨🚨New and inactive Husbandry.Pro members, be sure to utilize promo code DCSQUAD60 to receive two free months of Husbandry.Pro!🚨🚨Please support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Reptile Laws By Statehttps://usark.org/reptile-ownership-laws-by-state/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Mike and Matt go deep on the realities of running a reptile business—what it takes to stay profitable when the unexpected hits. From animal loss to shipping issues, legal risks to operational blind spots, this episode lays out the strategies that separate amateurs from real operators.This one’s for the breeders thinking beyond the bins.🎧 Hit subscribe and stay locked in with the Herp Collectors Network.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast A special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsHusbandry.Prohttps://husbandry.pro/dashboard.php🚨🚨New and inactive Husbandry.Pro members, be sure to utilize promo code DCSQUAD60 to receive two free months of Husbandry.Pro!🚨🚨Please support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Reptile Laws By Statehttps://usark.org/reptile-ownership-laws-by-state/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808

Mike and Matt keep it real on this episode of Double Clutch, diving into the ball python morphs and combos with known issues—from neurological quirks to visual confusion and market dead ends. If you're breeding with intention, this is the caution tape you need to see.It’s not about fear—it’s about facts, and making better decisions with the snakes you produce.🎧 Hit subscribe and stay locked in with the Herp Collectors Network.#doubleclutch #breeding #animal #snake #ballpython #reptile #reptilepodcast A special thanks to our amazing sponsors for supporting the Clutch Conversations podcast! Show your appreciation by following them on social media and exploring their offerings – doing so helps keep our show thriving. Check the links below to connect with our sponsors!Follow Herp Collectors everywhere!!https://linktr.ee/herpcollectorsFollow Ebony and Ivory Reptiles everywhere!!https://ebony-ivory-reptiles.square.site/https://youtu.be/k5mCThcR3XkFollow Our Sponsors Everywhere!Ozzy Boidshttps://www.instagram.com/ozzyboidsReagan Renee Royal Pythonshttps://www.instagram.com/reagan_renee_royal_pythonsHusbandry.Prohttps://husbandry.pro/dashboard.php🚨🚨New and inactive Husbandry.Pro members, be sure to utilize promo code DCSQUAD60 to receive two free months of Husbandry.Pro!🚨🚨Please support USARK & USARK FL!!!https://usark.org/memberships/https://usarkfl.wildapricot.org/Reptile Laws By Statehttps://usark.org/reptile-ownership-laws-by-state/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6019263222775808