One of our co-hosts just got their dream job as a zookeeper—and in this episode of Reptiles With Podcast, we break down the full story of how they made it happen. We also dive into some wild headlines: a prehistoric sea reptile has been discovered, Australian fossilized footprints reveal the earliest known reptile, and a sea turtle rehab center in Texas is doing incredible work. But it’s not all good news—Oregon Zoo was raided by police, uncovering malnourished animals, drugs, and firearms. This episode is a rollercoaster of career inspiration, animal conservation, and shocking zoo crime.Sponsored by:Repticon Reptile Shows: https://repticon.com/MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/MERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinSubscribe & Hit the Bell to STAY INFORMED!Timestamps:00:00 Erics New Job21:38 The Gecko Gallery NYC24:34 Wet specimen: Komodo Dragon27:04 Sea Reptile Discovered in Canada28:45 Ancient Footprints from Australia reveal earliest-known reptile32:14 Sea Turtle Rehab in Texaas35:30 Oregon Zoo Raid: Malnourished Lions & Tigers, Guns & Drugs foundHostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.#AncientReptile #Zooraid #HognoseSnake #SeaTurtleRehab #reptilehobby #FossilDiscovery #herpetology #wildlife #DreamJobStory #reptilebreeder #reptilekeeper #zookeepers #reptileeducation #reptileswithpodcast #reptilepodcast

A hognose snake breeder just tested positive for crypto—and it’s sending shockwaves through the community. Meanwhile, a couple’s breakup leaves their Ball Pythons in need of rescue. This week on Reptiles With Podcast, we dive into reptile health, relationship drama, a groundbreaking new study on reptile emotions, and even a few updates from the industry. We’re talking Dubia.com and Morph Market tariffs, our new merch drop, AND a sneak peek at our updated podcast room. Oh, and Cold Blooded Caffeine joins us to talk conservation efforts in the reptile world. This episode blends drama, science, and passion—you won’t want to miss it.Sponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/MERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinSubscribe & Hit the Bell to STAY INFORMED!Timestamps:00:00 Crypto18:43 Couple Abandons Ball Pythons After Break Up21:00 What's in the box?23:30 Dubia.com Tariff Update25:20 Cold Blooded Caffeine Conservation27:50 New Backdrop29:40 New Study Says Reptiles Have FeelingsHostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.#ColdBloodedCaffeine #AlligatorAttack #HognoseSnake #CryptoInSnakes #reptilehobby #ReptileEmotions #herpetology #wildlife #MorphMarket #reptilebreeder #reptilekeeper #zookeepers #reptileeducation #reptileswithpodcast #reptilepodcast

National Alligator Day just passed… and on this episode of the reptiles with podcast we’re diving deep into the wildest, weirdest, and most shocking reptile encounters caught on camera and in the news. From a tragic gator attack in Lake Kissimmee to a Florida man swimming with alligators and threatening cops with garden shears—we break it all down. We also cover a tourist’s croc selfie that turned bloody, two bikers hitting a gator on the interstate, and viral Reels featuring a black caiman, a saltwater croc jaw test, and a baby gator doing a death roll. Most importantly, we share how YOU can stay safe and respect nature while out exploring. This episode is packed with reactions, laughs, and real talk about the wild world of reptiles.Sponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/MERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinSubscribe & Hit the Bell to STAY INFORMED!Timestamps:00:00 National Alligator Day10:10 Florida Man Dies After Swimming in Lake Full of Gators12:30 Tourist Jumps in Croc Enclosure15:17 What is ZooKeeper Protocol 22:00 Bikers Hit Alligator on Interstate24:55 How to avoid close calls while out in nature 31:42 Reactions37:52 Does Chuck Really Know His Crocs?HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.#reptilenews #AlligatorAttack #NationalAlligatorDay #invasivespecies #reptilehobby #WildlifeEncounters #herpetology #wildlife #reptilebusiness #reptilebreeder #reptilekeeper #zookeepers #reptileeducation #reptileswithpodcast #reptilepodcast

A newly discovered gecko species a.k.a Blyde River flat gecko or rondavel rock gecko. And Florida's bold move to release indigo snakes to battle invasive animals - what does it all mean for the reptile hobby?? On this episode of the reptiles with podcast, we explore how governments use animals to combat ecological problems, and why reptile businesses are once again facing legal scrutiny. With increase pressure from mainstream fear and pet trade controversies, the hobby we love is in jeopardy. We break this all down, share our insights, and talk about the future for reptile keepers.Sponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Timestamps:00:00 Florida releases Indigo Snakes to battle invasive species03:00 Government interfering with ecological issues by releasing other animals19:40 What is a Burmese Python “Judas Snake”24:26 Iguanas found in Jamaica 25:10 Gecko rediscovered in South Africa32:08 Mid Florida Displays sued by Tennessee Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinSubscribe & Hit the Bell to STAY INFORMED!MERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.#reptilenews #geckodiscovery #indigosnake #invasivespecies #reptilehobby #pettrade #herpetology #wildlife #reptilebusiness #reptilebreeder #reptilekeeper #zookeepers #reptileeducation #reptileswithpodcast #reptilepodcast

On this episode of the reptiles with podcast we talk about mental health Sponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinMERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.

On this episode of the reptiles with podcast we celebrate mothers daySponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Repticon Reptile ShowsBecome a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinMERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.

On this episode of the reptiles with podcast we are forced to fight a gorillaSponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinMERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.

On this episode of the reptiles with podcast we cover the Dire Wolf De-ExtinctionSponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinMERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.

On this episode of the reptiles with podcast we cover juggling ball pythons, Robert Irwin, and MORE!Sponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinMERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.

On this episode of the reptiles with podcast we go over the recent updates on the tegu and iguana banSponsored by:Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinMERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseLinks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.