Spoodcast - Jumping Spiders, Tarantulas and Other Cool Bugs

May 06 2024 1
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The original jumping spider podcast hosted by two dedicated breeders! Laena is a licensed social worker, and Lauren is Nevada & NorCal’s spood ambassador who makes amazing spider homes. Together they explore the connections between the spider world and their own experiences, chatting about mental health, sharing personal stories, and throwing in some laughs along the way. So, if you’re into spiders, mental wellness, and a good dose of irreverent fun, you’re in the right place! :)

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15 - The world's oldest spider, Amy's first Old World tarantula, rehoming chaos, & caring for elderly jumping spiders

May 06 2024 47 mins  
On this episode, Amy from Amy Keeps Arachnids keeps us company! Laena and Amy discuss the world’s oldest spider, and Amy’s first Old World tarantula. From rehousing anxiety, the bittersweet experience of caring for elderly jumping spiders, and dealing with unwanted grain mites in fruit fly cultures, this episode of Spoodcast is a silly ride for spider lovers and the spi-curious

14 - Jumping spiders and kittens(!!!) with Kenia @terra_n_fern

Apr 30 2024 25 mins  
This week we talk arthropods and felines with our guest, Kenia - a passionate advocate for spiders and a loving foster parent for kittens. Kenia tells us about how she helps individuals overcome their arachnophobia, places sibling spiders into homes, and stories of nurturing kittens from the local Humane Society. We discuss Kenia’s childhood filled with diverse wildlife and explo

13 - Roaches, spiders and bad jokes with Juice’s Arthropods

Apr 23 2024 78 mins  
In the latest episode of Spoodcast, Lauren and Laena welcome Juice from Juices Arthropods to delve into the fascinating world of arthropods, particularly roaches. From post-apocalyptic survival to peculiar incidents at the Jersey shore, the episode offers a unique blend of humor, enlightenment, and offbeat imagination. Juice shares his journey as a ’bug nerd,’ from reading fiel

12 - Raising baby regal jumping spiders with Zo @Zovariums

Apr 15 2024 30 mins  
In this episode of Spoodcast, your hosts Lauren (@spiderstuff.co) and Laena (@mfspood) have a chat with a very special guest, Zo (@zoevariums). A nature lover and wildlife education and conservation specialist, Zo recounts how she transformed her son’s fear of spiders into a love for these fascinating creatures through hands-on learning! Zo’s firsthand experience in raising jum

11 - Jumping into (jumping) spiders and tarantulas with Emily @nevermore_gbb

Apr 09 2024 41 mins  
Join Laena (@mfspood) and Lauren (@spiderstuff.co), hosts of the Spoodcast, in this episode with guest Emily, @nevermore_gbb! Emily shares their journey from severe arachnophobia to being a spider enthusiast - both tarantulas and jumping spiders! Follow Emily’s awesome journey across the country from Denver to Alaska, and learn how a chance encounter with a green bottle-blue tara

9 - Tarantulas, scorpions and other exotic pets with Victor of Vexotic Me

Mar 26 2024 43 mins  
In this captivating episode of Spoodcast, join your hosts Lauren and Laena with special guest Victor, an exotic pet proprietor and respected expositor. Victor shares his intriguing journey from a dinosaur admirer to becoming a specialist in tarantula breeding and management, while also revealing his broad experiences from attending various expos worldwide. Engaging and knowledgeabl

8 - Tarantula talk with Amy Keeps Arachnids

Mar 19 2024 74 mins  
This week we are joined by Amy (@amykeepsarachnids) who explains how she transformed her fear of spiders into a passion for jumping spiders and tarantulas. Amy schools us on basic tarantula care as well as the differences between old world and new world tarantulas. This is a pretty silly episode and we hope you enjoy! :)

7 - Guest: Melissa/Loki the Spooderclops

Mar 11 2024 37 mins  
This week on Spoodcast, Laena and Lauren are joined by Melissa from @loki_the_spooderclops. Melissa recounts her experiences with Loki, her visually impaired jumping spider. This insightful segment not only delves into Melissa's unique challenges and heartwarming moments with Loki but also provides an educative discourse on peculiar spider traits. This episode also defines regularl

6 - Jumping spider enclosure talk

Mar 05 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, we talk about the importance of giving your spider friends awesome enclosures - and NOT TOO BIG! We discuss the surprising issues that can arise if spiders feel insecure or aren't able to hunt efficiently. We also touch on hydration and providing physically and mentally stimulating environments for our arachnid pals.

5 - Spoodcast goes off topic & our favorite parts of keeping pet spiders

Feb 27 2024 37 mins  
In this tangential (heh!) episode of the Spoodcast we discuss the best parts of keeping pet jumping spiders and tarantulas. Topics also include the important things in life, such as battling depression in grad school, boogers, head lice, and komodo dragons.