Reptiles Unplugged
Reptiles Unplugged
Podcast Description
Reptiles Unplugged – The Unfiltered Podcast for Reptile EnthusiastsWhether you’re a ball python breeder, western hognose enthusiast, or deep into herpetoculture, Reptiles Unplugged is your new favorite podcast. Hosted by Adam Halbleib of Beach Bum Xotics and Shane Kelley of Small Town Xotics, this long-form show features raw conversations, exclusive interviews, and no-holds-barred takes on the reptile industry.We cover it all:Ball python morph trendsBreeding strategiesReptile husbandry and equipmentReptile show culture & exposInsider industry discussionsExpect expert guests, transparent dialogue, and weekly insights from two keepers deeply embedded in the U.S. reptile scene.🧬 Listen in, level up, and get Unplugged.Technical Producer: Jay - Green Line Morphs📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/@ReptilesUnpluggedKeywords: reptile podcast, ball python podcast, reptile breeding, exotic pets, morph market, herpetoculture, reptile expos, snake podcast, Small Town Xotics, Beach Bum Xotics, Reptiles Unplugged
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of themes relevant to reptile enthusiasts, focusing on topics such as ball python morph trends, breeding strategies, reptile husbandry techniques, and the culture surrounding reptile shows and expos. For instance, an episode featuring Mark Mandic discusses how to navigate market changes in ball python breeding, while another dives into innovations in reptile care equipment.

Reptiles Unplugged – The Unfiltered Podcast for Reptile Enthusiasts
Whether you’re a ball python breeder, western hognose enthusiast, or deep into herpetoculture, Reptiles Unplugged is your new favorite podcast. Hosted by Adam Halbleib of Beach Bum Xotics and Shane Kelley of Small Town Xotics, this long-form show features raw conversations, exclusive interviews, and no-holds-barred takes on the reptile industry.
We cover it all:
- Ball python morph trends
- Breeding strategies
- Reptile husbandry and equipment
- Reptile show culture & expos
- Insider industry discussions
Expect expert guests, transparent dialogue, and weekly insights from two keepers deeply embedded in the U.S. reptile scene.
🧬 Listen in, level up, and get Unplugged.
Technical Producer: Jay – Green Line Morphs
📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/@ReptilesUnplugged
Keywords: reptile podcast, ball python podcast, reptile breeding, exotic pets, morph market, herpetoculture, reptile expos, snake podcast, Small Town Xotics, Beach Bum Xotics, Reptiles Unplugged
In this Reptiles Unplugged Rewind, Shane and Adam sit down to reflect on the recent episode with Jim from Ectothermic Dungeon. We break down some of the key takeaways, favorite moments, and insights from that conversation, while also zooming out to look at where the reptile hobby is headed in 2026. It’s been a wild ride through 2025, full of market shifts, morph spotlights, and community evolution. Now it’s time to close one chapter and get fired up for the next. Whether you’re a breeder, keeper, or just part of the tribe, don’t miss this laid-back recap of where we’ve been and what’s coming.
Hosted by Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) & Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics) Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)
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