Explore every episode of the podcast Let's Talk Turtles
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| Episode 41. Jordan Donini Returns | 11 Sep 2024 | 01:08:20 | |
Episode 41! Old Friend Alert!!! Jordan Donini is back and he has been busy! Tom and Ryan talk Florida Box Turtle home range Mangrove Diamondback Terrapin nesting and the upcoming Herpeton conference! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 40. Dr. Heather Smith | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:55:34 | |
Episode 40! Dr. Heather Smith joins the podcast to talk about turtles from 230 million years ago up to modern day tortoises breathing via tracheal gas exchange! Learn about long, lizard-tailed Baenid turtles, where to see their fossils and a lot more with Tom and Ryan on this episode of Let’s Talk Turtles! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 31. Brian Horne | 23 Mar 2024 | 01:37:01 | |
Episode 31! In this episode we welcome Brian Horne to the show! Brian is a Turtle Conservationist who has been working with in situ programs all over the globe. Get to know Brian with us and follow along as he shares his unique perspective of the perils of turtles and how we can contribute to in situ conservation. Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 30. Electric Fences and Houses of Sick | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:51:41 | |
Episode 30! Tom and I catch up after a less than stellar February off. We talk electric fences and ex-situ conservation. Tune in! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 29. James Terelle | 01 Feb 2024 | 01:00:00 | |
Episode 29! Tom and I welcome James Terelle of James Terelle Turtles. James keeps a lot of unique and interesting species including Twist-neck Turtles and Snail-eating Turtles. Chill out and listen as he tells us all about them. Gopher Tortoise Plates: https://wildlandsconservation.org/gopher-tortoise-license-plate/ Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 28. Ryan and Tom Discuss | 17 Jan 2024 | 01:02:53 | |
Episode 28! Tom and I sit down, catch up and discuss the Endangered Species Act, species misrepresentation and of course, light bulbs! Download and listen to this one! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282 | |||
| Episode 27. Damon Barnes - Knob Creek Naturalist | 03 Jan 2024 | 01:30:11 | |
Episode 27! Tom and I sat down with Damon Barnes and had a great conversation! We discussed Kinixys, cypress substrate, duck eggs and more! Tune in and check it out! Damon Barnes IG: @knobcreeknaturalist Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 26. Shawn Fleming | 13 Dec 2023 | 01:31:15 | |
Episode 26! For those of you who keep turtles and tortoises, do you have a plan for them when you are gone? In this episode we talk to Shawn Fleming who has some experiences helping disseminate collections in an unfortunate event mentioned above. He shares his thoughts with us and we have a great conversation. Shawn is a great guy and I’m sure you will enjoy the chat! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 25. Zoie McMillian, Turtle People and the Turtle Trade | 02 Nov 2023 | 01:17:29 | |
Episode 25! How do people and turtle ownership intertwine? PhD student Zoie McMillian is studying this very question and it’s far more complex and fascinating than that single question would lead you to believe. She is really interested in learning more about what turtle owners have in common and what likely drives turtle consumption for those in the U.S. Hang out with Tom and Ryan as they get into the weeds with Zoie in Part 1 of this interview! Zoie McMillian Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 24. Turtle Talk with Ryan Young | 18 Oct 2023 | 01:14:39 | |
In Episode 24 we’re talking with Ryan Young of Molecular Reptiles. Ryan is mostly known for his work with pythons, but he’s always had an interest in reptiles of the shelled-kind. He’s been building his collection of cool species and most recently hatched some Spotted Turtles! Tune in and listen to an excellent conversation! Ryan Young http://www.molecularreptile.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/molecularreptile IG: @molecularreptile Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 23. Desert Tortoises with Luke Basulto | 04 Oct 2023 | 01:02:21 | |
In Episode 23 we’re celebrating Desert Tortoise Week! Luke Basulto has a lot of experience working with Desert Tortoises and the dangers that threaten their survival. He’s also one of the board members on the Desert Tortoise Council. This was a great episode and Luke shared a TON of information and knowledge that not many can. Listen up! Luke BasultoDesert Tortoise Council: https://deserttortoise.org/ Saving Slowpoke: https://www.savingslowpoke.org/ IG: @luke_basulto Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 22. Vanessa Costanzo | 22 Sep 2023 | 01:05:44 | |
In Episode 22 Tom and Ryan welcome Vanessa Costanzo! Vanessa is a herper of many talents as she is the Director of Marketing and Advertising at TTPG, the Administrative Director for USARK and more all while running her own Pet Shop out in sunny Arizona. Please give it a listen and get to know Vanessa like Tom and I did! Vanessa Costanzo:TTPG: https://www.ttpg.org/conferences.php USARK: https://usark.org/memberships/ The Pet Shop: https://thepetshopaz.com/ IG: @vcostanzo6 Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 39. Dr. Tharusha Wijewardena | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:58:51 | |
Episode 39! Dr. Tharusha Wijewardena joins Tom and Ryan to discuss her work with turtles in Canada! How effective is a Blanding’s Turtle headstart program in an urban setting? Listen up to get the answer as well as more turtle talk! Twitter: Turtle_ecology Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 21. Ryan and Tom Catch up! | 13 Sep 2023 | 01:04:03 | |
In Episode 21 Ryan and Tom catch up again! Tom talks about the TSA conference and Ryan discusses a big life decision, plus more! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 20. Chad Brown from Ship Your Reptiles | 30 Aug 2023 | 01:13:19 | |
In Episode 20 Chad Brown of All Pro Shipping (Ship Your Reptiles) joins Tom and I as we discuss shipping chelonians and other transport talk. SYR was launched in 2009 and since has helped ship over half a million packages, on time and live arrivals! I, Ryan, have had an account and used SYR for nearly 10 years and will attest to the customer service and ease of use with SYR! Instagram: @shipyourreptiles_official https://www.facebook.com/SYReptiles Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 19. Veterinary Care, Tom and Ryan Catch Up! | 16 Aug 2023 | 01:02:12 | |
In Episode 19 Tom and Ryan catch up and discuss a few things. But we primarily focus on reptile veterinary care. Bot Tom and Ryan have had issues with their chelonian friends and share their thoughts with everyone that includes private vet care, zoo vet care and how to interact with your preferred veterinarian, or really any veterinarian! You will learn something from this one! Be sure to listen! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 18. Jordan Donini | 02 Aug 2023 | 01:26:11 | |
In Episode 18 Tom and I are joined by Jordan Donini of Florida Southwest State College! We talk about a LOT of turtles in this one from Florida, Costa Rica and Ghana. We may have set a record for most species discussed! Hang with us as we do what we do best and talk turtles! Instagram: @swfl_turtle_project Herpeton Conference! https://www.fsw.edu/herpetonconference/ Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 17. Dr. Zac Loughman | 19 Jul 2023 | 01:12:09 | |
In Episode 17 Tom and Ryan are joined by Zac Louhgman of West Liberty University! Zac has built an incredible Zoo Science program (among others) with a strong base in Herpetoculture. Join us as he talks about his upcoming challenge of establishing more chelonians into the program amongst other aspects of his work with herps! He is also a co-host for the popular podcast, Colubrid and Colubroid Radio! West Liberty Zoo Science FB https://www.facebook.com/WLUZooSci Instagram: @dr_crawdad Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 16. Chris Manis and his Turtle Assurance Colony | 05 Jul 2023 | 01:11:07 | |
In Episode 16 Tom and Ryan are joined by Chris Manis from Dalton State College! Chris manages the Turtle Assurance Colony (TAC) at Dalton State which houses nearly 20 chelonian species with over 100 individuals. Download or stream to listen to him explain how he’s able to accomplish this while doing so much more as a professor! We had a great conversation and I’m sure you’ll enjoy listening! Dalton State TAC Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DSCTAC Instagram: @christopher.manis1 Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 15. Matthew Hills and Russian Tortoises | 21 Jun 2023 | 02:04:27 | |
In Episode 15 hang out with Ryan and Tom as we catch up with our guest Matthew Hills! Matthew is a consistent, positive presence in any legitimate tortoise group and has a lot of great information to share. We talk about the FIVE different subspecies of Russian Tortoise (and a sixth that’s extinct(OR IS IT)), browse, outdoor diets and much more. So download and hang out with us and get to know Matthew! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 14. Tom and Ryan Catch Up! | 10 May 2023 | 01:04:24 | |
In Episode 14 hang out with Ryan and Tom as we catch up a little after a lot of traveling. We talk about an emerging turtle disease, natural pond amoebas and of course we talk about our love for this wonderful time of year where warmth returns to our lives and turtles can go outside! So catch up with us and listen up! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 13. Ralph Till Returns | 26 Apr 2023 | 01:23:16 | |
In Episode 13 Tom and I welcome back Ralph Till. A lot has happened regarding Egyptian Tortoises and Ralph joins us to discuss that. We spend time focusing on the positive strides we can make in the community and getting ahead of the game. Please give us a listen and give us some feedback! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 12. Vacation Coverage, Egyptian Tortoise ESA and More with Tom and Ryan | 05 Apr 2023 | 01:19:15 | |
In Episode 12 of Let’s Talk Turtles you are in for a treat as Tom and I catch up and have some great conversations about vacation coverage, the Egyptian Tortoise ESA listing, TMNT and more. Hang out with us and enjoy the conversation! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 38. Dr. Will Selman and the Graptemys ruling | 31 Jul 2024 | 01:07:20 | |
Episode 38! Dr. Will Selman joins Tom and Ryan to discuss the recent listing of megacephalic Graptemys species. Maybe you heard about the recent listing of the Pearl River Map Turtle as Threatened on the Endangered Species Act? It drew some interest amongst groups of turtle enthusiasts as the Service used the Similarity of Appearance clause to protect. Dr. Selman’s perspective on this is rather unique as it would take you less time to read a genetic code than it would to read his works with Graptemys! Enjoy this episode and I hope it sheds some light on this subject. :) Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 11. Kimberly Vanous of Big and Small Tortoise Rescue and Sanctuary | 23 Mar 2023 | 01:30:29 | |
In Episode 11 of Let’s Talk Turtles, Tom and I have a wonderful conversation with Kimberly Vanous of the Big and Small Tortoise Rescue and Sanctuary. Since establishing in 2017, Kim’s dedication has grown this non-profit into an incredibly well run facility driven by passion for our shelled friends. Forget what you know about reptile rescues and sanctuaries and learn from Kim how to make an impact! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 10. Building a Tortoise Collection with David Kelley | 08 Mar 2023 | 01:20:42 | |
In Episode 10 of Let’s Talk Turtles, Two Turtle Tom and I sit down with David Kelley to discuss initiating and growing a collection of tortoises! David is an Ohio native transplanted in Kansas and keeps a wide variety of herpetofauna. We touch on salamanders for a while in this one as well. We had a great time and I think you will enjoy the conversation, so check it out! You can find David at Kelly Herpetological on Facebook and Kelley_Herpetological on Instagram! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282 | |||
| Episode 9. Keeping Turtles Outside with Ryan and Tom | 15 Feb 2023 | 01:09:55 | |
In Episode 9 of Let’s Talk Turtles, have a listen with Tom and I as we discuss the many variables to consider before keeping your Tortles (IYKYK) outside. We talk about where to build pens, how to build pens, what to build pens with, how to keep them secure and so much more! Have a listen and relax with Tom and I! Fire Belly Toad Documentary TwoTurtleTom’s YouTube Video Ryan’s YouTube Video Little Blue Stem, the plant of the year that Tom mentioned! Ryan: Tom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove | |||
| Episode 8. Will Espenshade of Kapidolo Farms | 01 Feb 2023 | 02:10:30 | |
In Episode 8 of Let’s Talk Turtles, Tom and I have a conversation with Will Espenshade of Kapidolo Farms! Will is an encyclopedia of information with years of work as a zookeeper in the zoo world and now in the field of biopharma. He owns and operates Kapidolo Farms, specializing in nutritional products for your tortoises, turtles and many other creatures, great and small. Add some fiber to your animals’ diet and enjoy a host of other benefits! Chicken Layer Crumbles Blog Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282 | |||
| Episode 7. Mr. Ralph Till and Egyptian Tortoises | 11 Jan 2023 | 01:29:51 | |
Hello again! Join Tom and Ryan as they have a conversation with Ralph Till, THE person to talk to when it comes to Egyptian Tortoises. Ralph is a great human with lots to share. There's plenty to learn from someone who is dedicated, extremely thorough and has done everything the right way. Enjoy the conversation and be sure to follow the podcast and watch for new episodes! Ryan Tom | |||
| Episode 6. Weird but True Turtle Facts | 28 Dec 2022 | 00:33:56 | |
Rebecca is back in this episode along with Ryan to talk a little bit about Christmas and to share some interesting things about turtles. Maybe you know these things, maybe you don't! Anyway, join us for the next half hour and let's hang out! Also, there's a new facebook group you should consider joining, it's called 'Let's Talk Turtles PODCAST'. We'll share ideas and turtles on the page that focuses on the episodes in the podcast. Please join! rad-reptiles.com IG: rad_reptiles82 YouTube: RAD Reptiles | |||
| Episode 5. TTPG Conference Talk | 14 Dec 2022 | 00:56:29 | |
And we're back! In this episode Ryan, Tom and guest Anthony Pierlioni discuss the recent Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group (TTPG) Conference from different perspectives. SPOILER ALERT: You should go! https://ttpg.org/ | |||
| Episode 4. Two Turtle Tom | 23 Aug 2022 | 01:13:49 | |
After a hiatus, Let's Talk Turtles is back with a fresh episode that includes our first interview! Today we're talking with Tom Arbor, a chelonian enthusiast and Kinixys aficionado! So sit back and enjoy our conversation and WELCOME BACK! Tom's YouTube Channel: | |||
| Episode 3. Turtle Mythology Part 1 | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:30:44 | |
Rebecca and Ryan scratch the surface about Turtles and their relevance in other cultures. In part 1 of a series, they talk about turtles controlling the weather, a bones/no bones analogy to Feng Shui and whether or not Ryan should set an initial goal of 82 pet turtles and tortoises (among many other things). An update on Grimm, their loveable dog, helps explain a little about the delay in the show and why socks are a "keep out of the dog's sight" item in the household! Thanks again for checking us out! | |||
| Episode 3 Teaser! See you soon! | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:01:48 | |
Life comes at you fast, but podcast recording doesn't sometimes! We'll have a fresh episode next week, but in the meantime take a couple minutes and listen to what we're going to talk about next week! | |||
| Episode 37. North American Turtle Crisis with Tom and Ryan | 10 Jul 2024 | 01:06:45 | |
Episode 37! Tom and I discuss UV Index, Reptile Bulbs and the North American Turtle Crisis. Why are we not talking about this more?! Listen up! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 2. Shellabration | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:28:14 | |
Welcome back! Rebecca and Ryan discuss maybe the most identifiable characteristic of a turtle, its shell! Along the way we talk about cool subjects like Pancake Tortoise odor, epiplastra and Rebecca's extensive past clubbing experiences. And of course, what decent chelonian podcast doesn't touch on popular films?! Find out how Moana, Tremors, Beetlejuice Sandworms and Peewee's Big Adventure relate to Rebecca and Ryan's conversation! Enjoy this very "scute-y" episode! | |||
| Episode 1. What is a Turtle? | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:27:51 | |
Butt-breathing, upside-down swimming turtles, guard tortoises, the Neverending Story, meat-eating tortoises (we were way ahead of the latest video...) and Ryan discovers that Rebecca doesn’t like a certain death-feigning animal! Join Rebecca and Ryan on their inaugural full episode of Let’s Talk Turtles! References: https://doi.org/10.1007%2Fs00114-016-1375-y Joyce, Walter G.; Anquetin, Jérémy; Cadena, Edwin-Alberto; Claude, Julien; Danilov, Igor G.; Evers, Serjoscha W.; Ferreira, Gabriel S.; Gentry, Andrew D.; Georgalis, Georgios L.; Lyson, Tyler R.; Pérez-García, Adán (2021-02-09). "A nomenclature for fossil and living turtles using phylogenetically defined clade names". Swiss Journal of Palaeontology. 140 (1): 5. doi:10.1186/s13358-020-00211-x. ISSN 1664-2384. | |||
| Ep. 0 - Let's Talk Turtles Introduction | 12 Aug 2021 | 00:10:49 | |
Welcome! This is an introduction of Rebecca and Ryan as they describe what you can expect from the Let's Talk Turtles podcast! There are very few podcasts with a focus on our shelled friends, that's where Let's Talk Turtles comes in. We begin with some basic information about turtles and slowly introduce new and more complex topics. Your time would be appreciated as you give this intro a listen! IG: rad_reptiles82 | |||
| Episode 36. Aaron Johnson and Kinixys belliana | 12 Jun 2024 | 01:13:38 | |
Episode 36! Tom and I are here with Aaron Johnson as we celebrate his accomplishments with a difficult Hinge-back species, Kinixys belliana! We’ll talk about how he treated his animals, persevered and produced young! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 35. Anthony Pierlioni and the Turtle Room | 30 May 2024 | 01:20:52 | |
Episode 35! Tom and I are here with Anthony Pierlioni talking about the Turtle Room and so much more. Take some time out of your day to listen! We hope you enjoy! theturtleroom.org Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 34. Jordan Gray, TSA Symposium and Spotted Turtles! | 15 May 2024 | 01:13:07 | |
Episode 34! In this episode Tom and I welcome Turtle Survival Alliance veteran, Jordan Gray. We discuss The TSA annual symposium, spotted turtles and even some conservation/preservation talk… Who’d have guessed!? Enjoy the show! https://turtlesurvival.org/annual-symposium/ Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 33. Offsetting the Pet Trade | 02 May 2024 | 00:57:29 | |
Episode 33! In this episode Tom and I discuss giving back to offset the pet trade and many other interesting topics. We ask you to listen and be open to understanding various perspectives and take action in the conservation of our favorite taxa! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 32. Manouria and More with Nathan Haislip | 17 Apr 2024 | 01:10:33 | |
Episode 32! In this episode we welcome Nathan Haislip to the show! Nathan has a plethora of Chelonian care experience from a zoo perspective, an NGO perspective and as a private keeper! Join us as we talk Manouria and more! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 42. Ashley Ortega and Galapagos Tortoises | 25 Sep 2024 | 01:02:47 | |
Episode 42! Ryan and Tom are joined by Ashley Ortega, who has been managing the AZA Studbook and is the AZA SSP Coordinator for Galapagos Tortoises! This episode is FILLED with giant tortoise talk. Ashley was amazing and I’m excited for folks to listen, so please LISTEN!! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 50. Ryan and Tom Converse | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:59:06 | |
Episode 50! Ryan and Tom catch up and talk about the CT house bill that was introduced regarding PROHIBITING BREEDING OF ALL ANIMALS IN THE STATE, behavior that can make us (hobbyists) look bad and touch a bit on tortoise eggs! Check it out! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 49. Ralph Till and the KAP | 16 Jan 2025 | 01:13:47 | |
Episode 49! Friend Ralph Till joins us once again to talk about the Kleinmanni Assurance Project, a privately established and run studbook aimed at maintaining healthy Egyptian Tortoises for the foreseeable future. As always we have a great conversation with Ralph and encourage you to look into the project! Link Below! https://www.kleinmanniassuranceproject.com/ Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 48. Ryan & Tom Talk Turtle News | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:58:12 | |
Episode 48! Ryan and Tom catch up after Christmas and talk about a lot of turtle news! See below for the articles we mentioned! We hope you all had and are having a wonderful Holiday Season! Repatriated Pyxis and radiata! Snapping Turtle Listing Proposal Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 47. Ryan and Tom | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:56:38 | |
Episode 47! Ryan and Tom catch up after Thanksgiving and talk about a variety of subjects, including the results of the first LTT survey! Listen up! Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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| Episode 46. Dr. Zach Bell and the Okinawa Kame Centre | 20 Nov 2024 | 01:01:00 | |
Episode 46! Dr. Zach Bell is with Two Turtle Tom and I as we talk about the Ryuku Black-Breasted Leaf Turtle of Okinawa! Dr. Bell helped to establish the Okinawa Kame Center in Okinawa, Japan to protect and conserve this wonderful turtle species that even glows blue! You have to listen to this one! https://www.okinawa-kame.org/en-home https://www.instagram.com/okinawakamecentre/# IG: @okinawakamecentre Ryan: IG: @RAD_Reptiles82 YT: @Rad_reptiles Rad-reptiles.com Tom IG: @twoturtletom YT: @twoturtletom Intro Music: Mr. Smith - Poor Man’s Groove Outro Music: tomorrow-is-today - 5282
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