The Tint

By Scott Fellman

"The Tint" is a podcast dedicated to lovers of natural aquariums. A place to discuss unusual aquarium concepts and ideas; a jumping-off point at the aquarium hobby's "bleeding edge." Join us for inspi... more

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The podcast currently has 719 episodes available.

The Tint episodes:

May 21, 2021 "The Tint" Special Edition with Scott Fellman and Johnny Ciotti
In another thought-provoking episode of "The Tint", Scott and Johnny discuss Johnny's newest aquarium project, the philosophy behind the "transitional" aquarium, the microbiome, and the joys of substrate! AND...We answer some more of YOUR questions! A great episode with something for everyone!
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59min
May 20, 2021 "The Tint" Special Edition with Tai Strietman!
Another awesome visit from our friend Tai Strietman! In this episode, Tai and host Scott Fellman talk about everything from Hatchetfish to the concept of "operating" our aquariums! We even answer some of YOUR questions! A truly fun discussion that goes into amazing detail on some fascinating topics. Tai's unique insight into both wild and aquarium habitats is guaranteed to inspire and excite you! We hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as we did recording it!
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1h 38min
May 20, 2021 Evolving techniques
The idea of setting up our tanks and managing them in a “terrestrial phase” first-NOT filling our tanks up from the start- is unique. It’s a sort of evolution from what we’ve done before. Let’s look more closely at the advantages of a “transitional approach” to starting our botanical-style aquariums!
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11min
May 19, 2021 Transitioning.
One of the common topics that comes up in discussions is, “How do I transition from a ‘conventional’ aquarium to a botanical-style system?” Amd of course, there’s no easy answer. No simple step-by-step “recipe” to follow. But we can start the conversation by discussing some of the considerations and procedures to employ . Let’s do that!
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19min
May 17, 2021 When dreams come alive...
Like all of you, I’ve had all sorts of dreams in my aquarium hobby journey. They’ve taken me in many new and exciting directions. And I’m super happy to have followed them.
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11min
May 17, 2021 Baggage?
Like all of you, I love setting up new aquariums. I love the excitement, the challenges, the unknowns. I mean, I KNOW that stuff like algae blooms, micro bubbles, etc. are just little “bumps in the road” and will typically pass. But I can’t help but overthink now and then.. the burden of my own experience. Something that the beginner in our hobby doesn’t have to deal with! I envy them!
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11min
May 13, 2021 So, what really happens when a leaf falls into a stream?
The connection between the aquatic and the terrestrial environments is most eloquently demonstrated by observing what happens to a leaf when it falls into a body of water. The processes which occur that break down leaves carry profound implications for our botanical-style aquariums. Let’s look at the process a bit more closely.
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14min
May 13, 2021 Natural habitats that we should replicate more!
Nature is filled with many amazing ecological niches and aquatic habitats which fishes reside in, which are seldom, if ever replicated in aquariums. Let’s discuss just a few unusual ones that you might want to research more- and create cool aquariums representing them!
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24min
May 11, 2021 Blackwater in theory and in practice
The term “blackwater” in the aquarium context is as confusing and misunderstood as it is fascinating and engaging. What exactly IS blackwater, how does it form and what are the keys to recreating the blackwater environment in our aquariums?
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15min
May 10, 2021 Aquarium “Yoga”, Session #5
On occasion, it’s important to look back at why things might be “off” with your hobby experience. I get a lot of good feedback from hobbyists who were burned out until they “discovered” Tannin... why is this? Let’s dig a bit...
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17min

FAQs about The Tint:

How many episodes does The Tint have?

The podcast currently has 719 episodes available.