Reptiles Unplugged

We’re rewinding the latest Reptiles Unplugged episode featuring Dark Cloud Reptiles, diving into the biggest takeaways, industry chatter, and everything heating up in the reptile world. Plus, we’re announcing our next guest—and you’re not going to want to miss it. Catch up, sound off in the comments, and stay locked 🤘🏻 Reptiles Unplugged, Dark Cloud Reptiles, reptile podcast, ball python market, morph trends, reptile news, reptile industry, upcoming reptile events, reptile breeders, guest announcement, current events in herpetoculture

Randy Foster of Dark Cloud Reptiles joins Reptiles Unplugged to share his incredible journey spanning decades in the reptile hobby. A true OG, Randy discusses the evolution of the industry, how shows and selling have changed, and what it really takes to stay relevant. Plus, we dive into his firsthand experience with developing and releasing a brand-new gene—one of the most rewarding and challenging milestones in any breeder’s career.

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This week on Reptiles Unplugged, we FLIP THE SCRIPT on our cohost Adam! Jay Kaps jumps in as we surprise Adam with a live interview about his journey with Beach Bum Xotics, wild projects, and how it feels to be put on the spot. You’ll hear raw insights, laughs, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in and drop your questions for Adam below to keep the convo rolling!

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In this Reptiles Unplugged episode, we sit down with Will Moroz of Royal Canadian Reptiles to discuss the next chapter for RCR. From facility upgrades and cross-border expansion into the U.S. to building community in two countries, Will shares what it takes to scale a reptile brand beyond YouTube. We also dive into how RCR plans to balance operational growth, personal lifestyle, and maintaining quality as they expand their presence across North America.

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In this RU Rewind, we revisit our latest conversation with Jay Kaps of Greenline Morphs—technical producer of Reptiles Unplugged and a standout in the Ball Python game. We’ll break down key takeaways from the episode, share current events from the reptile world, and drop the name of our next guest! Whether you're a breeder, keeper, or herp enthusiast, you won’t want to miss what’s coming.

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In this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we spotlight someone who’s been making RU run smoothly from behind the scenes—Jay Kaps of Greenline Morphs. Jay isn’t just our technical producer—he’s also a skilled ball python breeder developing standout projects under the Greenline Morphs banner. We talk gear, genetics, and how Jay bridges two worlds: content creation and reptile breeding. Behind-the-scenes look at producing RU Greenline Morphs breeding strategy deep dive Gear talk & content tips for creators Jay Kaps, Greenline Morphs, Reptiles Unplugged Podcast, Ball Python Breeder, Technical Producer Reptile Podcast, Ball Python Genetics, Greenline Morph Projects, Reptile Breeding and Media, Podcast Behind the Scenes, Reptile Content Creation, Podcast Gear Setup, Reptile Industry Insights

In this RU Rewind episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we’re recapping our last conversation with Troy Schroeder, the mind behind the All-American Reptile & Plant Expo (AARPE)—and breaking down the key takeaways for breeders, vendors, and show-goers alike. We’re also diving into current events in the reptile world, talking shop about trends, market movement, and some major behind-the-scenes conversations happening across the hobby. And of course—we're dropping the name of our next guest and previewing what’s coming up on the next episode of Reptiles Unplugged. AARPE Recap Industry Updates Guest Reveal Episodes drop weekly. Hit that bell to stay in the loop.

In this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we sit down with Troy, the force behind the All-American Reptile & Plant Expo (AARPE), to discuss how his show is making a major impact in the reptile industry. We dive into how location selection and expansion are driving growth, the importance of understanding audience demographics, and the strategies that help vendors succeed at large-scale reptile shows. Whether you’re a breeder looking to vend or a showgoer interested in the inner workings of top-tier expos, this one’s packed with valuable insight. Show Expansion & Growth Strategy Demographic Reach & Attendee Behavior Vendor Success Tips Straight from the Top Real talk. Raw insights. Only on Reptiles Unplugged. AARPE Expo, Reptile Show Business, Reptile Vendor Strategy, Reptile Expo Demographics, Troy AARPE Interview, Reptile Industry Trends, Expo Location Strategy, All-American Reptile Expo, Vendor Growth, Reptile Business Podcast

In this episode of RU Rewind, we look back at the incredible insights from our last guest, the Herpin’ Harbins, and talk about their multi-species breeding operation, family-run success, and expanding during a tough market. We also reveal our next guest—none other than Troy from AARPE (All-American Reptile and Plant Expo)—and preview what’s to come on Reptiles Unplugged! Plus, we discuss upcoming show format tweaks and hot topics currently buzzing in the reptile world. Whether you're a breeder, podcaster, or herp enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable updates you won't want to miss. Subscribe to stay unplugged from the noise and plugged into the real conversations in reptile culture. Reptiles Unplugged, RU Rewind, Herpin Harbins, AARPE Expo, Troy AARPE, Ball Python Podcast, Reptile Current Events, Reptile Talk Show, Reptile Expo Discussion, Podcast Format Updates, Snake Breeder Podcast, Ball Python Industry, Western Hognose Breeding, Reptile Community News, Reptile Business Talk

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This week on Reptiles Unplugged, we’re joined by Josh and Alisha Harbin of Herpin’ Harbins, a powerhouse breeding duo making waves in both the hognose and ball python scenes. Known for their strategic projects like Monarch and Swiss Chocolate the Harbins bring decades of passion, precision, and now—expansion. In this episode, we dig into: The genetic logic behind their key breeding projects Market differences and care strategies between hognose and ball pythons What it takes to grow a family-run reptile business Why they chose to expand their breeding facility despite a volatile market Their views on the industry's future and how they’re adapting Whether you're scaling your collection or just starting out, this episode is full of real talk from breeders doing the work—and doing it together. 🎧 Weekly episodes drop every Thursday at 6PM PT / 9PM ET Watch on YouTube or listen via Spotify, Apple, and all major podcast platforms Herpin Harbins, Josh Harbin, Alisha Harbin, Reptiles Unplugged, ball python breeder, hognose snake breeder, Desert Ghost project, Monarch ball python, reptile market trends, family-run reptile business, reptile facility expansion, small scale reptile business, hognose vs ball python, reptile breeder podcast, morph market downturn, breeder strategy 2025