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Animals at Home Network

Exploring ethical captive management of reptiles & amphibians through the lens of biological science, conservation, and human nature. The Animals at Home Network is a herpetoculture-based podcast network that hosts: Animals at Home Podcast by Dillon Perron, Project Herpetoculture by Phillip Lietz and Roy Arthur Blodgett, Reptiles & Research Podcast by Liam Sinclair and Ellie Hills, and Animals Everywhere by Bryce Broom. Each show on the network brings all members of the reptile community

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01:10:12

247: Why You Don’t Want to Be a Zookeeper | Malthe - AAH

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/03/27

In this episode, Dillon interviewed Malthe, a 24-year-old Danish zookeeper who shared his journey into zookeeping and his current role at a zoo in Hanning. Malthe discussed his education and training as a zookeeper in Denmark, which involves a combination of school and practical work experience. He described his daily responsibilities, which include cleaning enclosures, preparing animal diets, and conducting enrichment activities. Malthe also shared insights into the challenges of zookeeping, such

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00:06:27

Project: Herpetoculture A Short Story

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/03/26

A short story about a special reptile.

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01:30:22

246: He Stole Human Remains and Sold them on...

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/03/18

This is a true crime story about a man who sold human remains online, operating within the dark and controversial world of the oddities market. While this overlaps with the reptile and exotic animal community, this case goes far beyond that into illegal trade and disturbing online activity.In this episode, Nathan Carlos Rupley joins the podcast to discuss the dark side of the oddities market and the uncomfortable realities behind how many animal specimens actually enter the trade. We explore where

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01:45:56

Project: Herpetoculture with "The Chameleon Bros"

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/03/12

Phil is joined by Bill Strand, Frank Payne, Jonathan Hill, and Tyler France for a wide-ranging conversation full of fun! Bill Strand @chameleon_academyTyler France @thechameleoncollectiveFrank Payne @livingartbyfrankpayneJonathan Hill @ipardalis

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01:24:30

245: What Wild Crested Geckos Actually Experience in...

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/02/26

Thomas Marriott, General Manager of Exotics Keeper breaks down what he observed during his second trip to New Caledonia — this time during the dry season. Many keepers picture New Caledonia as consistently humid and tropical year-round, but Thomas shares the surprising environmental shifts that occur during the dry season and how those shifts directly impact wild Crested Gecko behavior and habitat use. Thomas also shares insights from a recent stint in Australia studying wild Bearded Dragon habitats

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01:27:14

Project: Herpetoculture with Tyler France (Chameleon...

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/02/13

In this episode of Projet: Herpetoculture, Phil speaks with Tyler France of the Chameleon Collective. Don't miss it!

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01:53:43

244: This Garage-Built Biosphere Creates Its Own...

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/02/12

Josue Gimbernard of miniBIOTA discusses his various tank builds that links with each other, interconnecting energy, water, and nutrients that circulate on their own. We also talk about the story of how he got started into this project and the inspiration behind the different ecosystems. Josue goes into detail on his miniBiota tanks including the Freshwater Lake, The Shoreline, The Coastal, and The Seagrass Meadow Biomes, including their atmospheres, reservoirs, balance in moisture, and

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02:55:06

243: How Big Should a Reptile Enclosure ACTUALLY Be?...

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/01/22

In this episode, I’m joined by Mariah Healey from ReptiFiles to break down how to properly calculate reptile enclosure size, and we also discuss how to provide proper heating for your reptiles. We discuss how to move beyond outdated “minimums,” focusing instead on usable space, thermal gradients, and species-appropriate behavior. Topics include:How to calculate the minimum enclosure sizeWhy enclosure dimensions matter for heat gradientsCommon heating and enclosure mistakesHow size impacts

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01:19:58

242: Can You Really Keep Coconut Crabs as a Pet? |...

Animals at Home Network ·

2026/01/09

Indo joins in this episode to talk all about his various species of crustaceans, including the incredibly interesting Coconut Crab species. Indo dives into al of the care requirements on Coconut Crabs and Vampire Crabs specifically, while also talking about naturalistic enclosures, cohabitation, and various diet needs of crustaceans. We also discuss Indo’s upcoming plans to begin breeding Coconut Crabs, something that nobody thus far has been able to do in captivity. He shares details of his

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01:56:56

Project: Herpetoculture with Andis Arietta

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/12/26

Dr. A. Z. Andis Arietta is a scientist whose work spans the intersection of AI, conservation, and herpetoculture (azandisresearch.com). He earned his PhD from Yale School of the Environment, where his research areas included ecological genomics, amphibian ecophysiology and development, and the ethics of conservation. That scientific and philosophical grounding now informs how he thinks about evidence-based animal care, conservation policy, and the impacts of data infrastructure.Professionally, Andis

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02:12:50

241: Keeping Snail-Eating Snakes — Plus the Wild...

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/12/19

Rain joins me to dive deep into one of the most unique reptile projects you’ll ever hear about — keeping snail-eating snakes and the unexpected adventure that came with it. We discuss everything from how to care for snail-eating snakes, their specialized diet, and how to breed and collect snails as feeders… all the way to the hilarious twist that turned Rain into one of eBay’s top snail sellers. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/241-snail-eaters/SPONSORS: Visit Fauna-Lux Here:

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01:24:29

Project: Herpetoculture with Nick Sloan

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/12/19

Phil has a conversation with Nick Sloan, owner of Sloan's Reptiles and the All American Plant and Reptile Expo. Great conversation!

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01:35:13

Project: Herpetocultre 96 with Randy Gray

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/12/10

Phil interivews the legendary Randy Gray. This is one you wont want to miss!

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01:08:10

240: He Turned His Bedroom Into a Free-Roam Snake...

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/12/05

Greg Bartucca of The Reptile Studio discusses the dedicated room in his house for his Carpet Python, Daria, as well as all of the ins and outs surrounding how he made the room work. Greg dives into topics surrounding proper husbandry of snakes, offering them more space and enrichment opportunities, and his overall thoughts about advancing basic reptile care. Greg talks about how he “snake-proofed” the room, ensuring that Daria does not injure herself while free-roaming the room, as well as tidbits

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00:32:47

BONUS: The MOST Controversial Reptile Opinions…...

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/12/03

In this episode, I break down the spiciest debates in the reptile-keeping world — the topics that always light up comment sections and split the hobby right down the middle.We dig into:Rack & tub keeping — outdated or perfectly functional?“Old school” husbandry advice — why some keepers are still spreading bad info.Morph breeding — ethical concerns, genetic bottlenecks, and what the future looks like.Venomous and giant species — who should be keeping them (if anyone)?…and several more hot-button

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02:55:03

Project: Herpetoculture Bonus Episode

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/11/23

A bonus PH episode. I sat down with the fellas at Reptile Rejects to have a conversation. Hope yall enjoy!

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02:13:33

Project: Herpetoculture Bonus Show; Uromastyx Deep Dive

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/11/14

A Deep dive on Uromastyx. Phil covers as much as possible in this special episode. Natural History, Care, Breeding, Listener questions, Species specifics, Morphs and the Future, and more!

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01:56:57

Project: Herpetoculture 95

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/11/04

This episode of PH is a little different, Phil is the interviewee in this plot twist. Talia K. interviewed Phil for her research and agreed to share the interview here. Her questions were very good!

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01:23:53

Project: Herpetoculture 94 with DanDrobates

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/10/24

In this episode I have a fun and wide ranging conversation with Dan the host of Amphibicast. He's an OG in Herp Podcasting and is a great guy with interesting ideas! Enjoy!

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01:51:44

Project: Herpetoculture 93: Phil's Trap Talk Interview

Animals at Home Network ·

2025/10/17

Phil was a guest on Trap Talk, he and MJ discuss a great deal!

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