The Wild Type Podcast

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Your friends love and support you with all your scaly critters but do you ever feel like you're the wild type? Listen in to be a part of the reptile girlies where we talk about trends in the hobby and life as female keepers. In a community full of guys, this one's for the girls. New episodes every Tuesday! Hosted by Lyssa's Lizards and Neptune the Chameleon. Follow us: @thewildtypepodcast Early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-wild-type-podcast/subscribe

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Tips for setting up bioactive enclosures | Episode 26

May 07 2024 56 mins

This is one of our most highly request episodes! We're giving you all of our pro tips for setting up a bioactive reptile enclosure including what subtrates, plants, and isopods to use! Then we wrap it up with a fun segment of Smash or Pass: 90's PBS kids shows edition. Get early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-wild-type-podcast/subscribe Follow the p

Male vs. Female Reptiles | Episode 25

Apr 30 2024 45 mins

Male and female reptiles can be different colors, sizes, and even have different care requirements and we're going to talk about them all. Then get a behind-the-scenes look into how we edit and run the podcast episode and social clips. We wrap up this episode by talking about Neptune's new foster veiled chameleon named Socks!! Get early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotif

Biggest reptile expo in Texas | Episode 24

Apr 23 2024 51 mins

We went to our first reptile expo of the year, NARBC Dallas!! We had so much fun getting to meet our listeners, checking out the new venue, and seeing some familiar and new vendors. We chat about our thoughts on the show — both good, and maybe not so good... Get early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-wild-type-podcast/subscribe Follow the podcast: -

Is it okay to rehome a pet? | Episode 23

Apr 16 2024 45 mins

Rehoming pets is such a hot topic that is typically looked down upon but sometimes rehoming is the best choice for you and your animal. We also chat about some recent encounters with guys hitting on us at super random places and finish the episode with a round of Are You the Type of Girl to: buy or DIY? Get early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-wild-

Do we need exotic veterinarians? | Episode 22

Apr 09 2024 46 mins

Vet care is an important topic when it comes to exotic pets. But is it necessary? We talk about the pros and cons of exotic vets and share our tips for finding a good vet! Then we answer a voice message from our listeners asking how we got into reptiles, and finish the up episode with our latest Blind Ranking segment -- but this one is going to be a bit different… Get early acce

Chubby reptiles & growing your reptile accounts | Episode 21

Apr 02 2024 36 mins

Reptile obesity is a very serious problem and we discuss the ways that you can tell if your reptile is overweight as well as things you can do to keep them healthy. Then we answer one of your question's about our tips for gaining traction as a reptile content creator and wrap up the episode with an update on Lyssa's enclosure builds. Get early access to episodes: https://po

Keeping lots of reptiles species vs. just a few | Episode 20

Mar 26 2024 46 mins

Lyssa likes to keep lots of different species whereas Neptune's mom likes to specialize in chameleons. Listen to us discuss the pros and cons of keeping a variety of species versus just a few. Then we answer a question from you about our favorite crested gecko morph and finish this episode with another round of "Are You The Type of Girl to" and today we're talking

Our favorite ways to save money & Easter candy! | Episode 19

Mar 19 2024 47 mins

Reptile keeping can be expensive! We're sharing some different ways that you can save money on keeping reptiles like breeding your own bugs, building your own enclosure, and shopping at hardware stores. Then we listen to our first voice message from you and do another round of Smash or Pass: Easter Candy edition! Get early access to episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po

Our biggest mistakes and regrets! | Episode 18

Mar 12 2024 46 mins

We all make mistakes. We're sharing some of our worst mistakes with all of you in the hopes that you can learn from them and recognize that even when we try our best, mistakes still happen. Then we answer one of your questions about rehoming other people's pets. We wrap up with another round of "Are You the Type of Girl to" and this one is about giving guys code n

Should pet stores sell reptiles? | Episode 17

Mar 05 2024 44 mins

It's no secret that lots of people get their reptiles from places like Petco and PetSmart. We discuss what would need to change in order for us to support buying reptiles from a chain pet store including the improper display enclosures, incorrect supplies, and sick animals. Then it's time for another blind ranking so grab your passport and pack your bags and get ready to he