So, I was reluctant to do this one because I don't want people to think that tarantula breeding can be so easily summed up. Truth is, it requires a lot of preparation and work. And, quite frankly, I'm no breeding expert. However, for those interested in pairing their spiders, hopefully this podcast will offer a bit of an outline for you. 

I've been getting a lot of question about how to keep substrate moist, so I figured that it would make a good topic for the podcast! Also, an update on my beginner species feature.

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In this one, we discuss how important it is to keep your collection from swelling to stressful and unmanageable levels. Second, we discuss how to convince a mate to let you get Old World tarantulas. Thanks to Dan Pompili for the suggestion! 

Well, the title pretty much says it all! I also talk about my latest video collaboration with Predator or Prey's Gar Rees, and touch on the new "Beginner Species" video that I'm working on.

Those interested in check out the collab I did with Gar can click here! 

For those of you who like the species specific podcasts, this one is for you. in this episode, we'll talk about C. darlingi (AKA, the Rear Horned Baboon). I've received a ton of requests for husbandry information on this species, so I'm excited to finally focus on this wonderful tarantula.

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On a recent video I posted on the Harpactira pulchripes, a few folks commented that they didn't agree with my statement that they would NOT make good beginner species. Now, this is obviously just a difference of opinion, and I definitely appreciated and understood their perspectives on it. Due to its relatively calm temperament and ease of care, I could see how a hobbyist might recommend it to someone new to the hobby. However, I DID want to take the opportunity to explain why I won't recommend any Old World's as "beginners."

First, we're going to go back to last episode for a bit to talk about the issue with barren enclosures. Then, I have a couple breeding projects that I'd like to discuss. Finally, having received close to a dozen emails about P. metallica slings these past few weeks, I'm going to take some time to discuss their setups. 

Well, the title pretty much says it all! In this episode, I'll answer a couple more listener questions. 

Considering  how many articles, videos, and podcasts I've produced over the years, it was inevitable that some things I have said would be misconstrued, misinterpreted, or misrepresented. Although I always endeavor to be as clear and articulate as possible when speaking about topics, it's come to my attention that some folks might have received the wrong message on a few subjects. So, I'm using this podcast to clear the air a bit! 

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Continuing with listener questions, we tackle a list of species that are good ones to start with for folks looking to keep their first Old Worlds.