The Expert and The Idiot - A Reptile Podcast

In this episode, Lisa Farinha and I sit down with Ryan Young for a comprehensive deep dive into the iconic Green Tree Python. We explore its modern classification within the genus Morelia and the traditionally preferred legacy name, Chondropython, while navigating its complex taxonomy, natural range, specialized feeding strategies, and the intricate nuances of reproduction and breeding. Whether you're a seasoned chondro keeper or simply fascinated by GTPs, this episode offers an in-depth look at one of the most spectacular snakes in the world.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www...

Codyjoe McEwen is the owner and operator of The Reptile Shop in Red Deer, Alberta, specializing in the keeping and breeding of rare and unique reptiles. Known for his work with pythons, boas, and monitor lizards, Codyjoe has developed an impressive collection and a reputation for working with challenging and uncommon species.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018...

Dr. Bryan Grieg Fry the "Venom Doc" recently served as the scientific leader on National Geographic’s Pole to Pole with Will Smith on Disney+, guiding the actor through the Amazon to study deadly creatures. A world-leading venomologist, evolutionary biologist, and professor at the University of Queensland, he heads the Venom Evolution Laboratory to discover life-saving drugs from animal toxins. An elite member of The Explorers Club and author of the memoir Venom Doc, Fry has led expeditions to over 40 countries, survived 27 venomous snake bites, and featured in dozens of international documentaries.SUPPORT THE CH...

Owen McIntyre is a highly respected herpetoculturist, reptile breeder, and podcast host. He is best known as the founder of Rogue Reptiles and the co-host of Morelia Python Radio (MPR).SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm_source=chewpanions&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=exotics_adamsehy_youtube&utm_content=adamsehy_youtubeReptichip Affiliate...

Em Lock is a digital animal educator, former zookeeper, and the creator of the popular, award-winning Emzotic media brand and YouTube channel. Known for her "wildly edutaining" style, she combines professional zoological experience with engaging storytelling to make exotic pet care and animal behavior fascinating and accessible.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm_source=chewpanions&utm_medium...

Ryan Spelman is a Field Research and Outreach Specialist in Field Crop Pathology with Penn State. Outside of his professional work, Ryan is an experienced reptile keeper with a particular passion for Borneo short-tailed pythons, along with carpet and blood pythons. He is especially drawn to Borneo short-tails for their earth tone coloration and incredible variation in pattern and color.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https...

Lucas Lee is a wildlife biologist, reptile breeder, and founder of Centralian Exotics. With a master's degree in Biology, Zoo Science & Applied Conservation from West Liberty University and professional experience as a wildlife biologist, Lucas combines evidence-based herpetoculture with a passion for Australian pythons. Known for his meticulous husbandry and quality-first breeding philosophy, he is dedicated to advancing captive care through science, education, and responsible reptile keeping.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy...

Dr. Warren Booth is a world-renowned evolutionary geneticist, university professor, and dedicated reptile advocate with decades of experience studying the science of herpetoculture. Widely known for his groundbreaking discovery of facultative parthenogenesis or "virgin births" in boa constrictors and wild pit vipers, Dr. Booth has become a vital scientific voice in the community, bridging the gap between advanced DNA research and everyday keeping. Serving on the Board of Directors for USARK and as an Endowed Associate Professor at Virginia Tech, he shares his deep genetic expertise to protect the hobby while inspiring keepers to better understand the biology of...

Paul Lucas, better known as The Retic Keeper, is a longtime mainland reticulated python keeper, breeder, and educator with decades of experience working with one of the world's largest snake species. Known for his practical husbandry insights and deep passion for mainland retics, Paul has become a respected voice in the community, sharing his knowledge and experiences while inspiring the next generation of keepers through educational content and community engagement.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merch<...

Dr. Emily Taylor is a professor of biological sciences at Cal Poly, director of the Physiological Ecology of Reptiles Lab (PERL), and founder of the community science initiative Project RattleCam. An award-winning herpetologist, author, and science communicator, her research focuses on reptile physiology, behavior, and conservation, with a particular emphasis on rattlesnakes.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018...

Nick Mutton is a world-renowned herpetoculturist, author, and the founder of Inland Reptile. He has been a leading global authority on Indo-Australian pythons, specializing in the genetics and husbandry of the Carpet Python complex. He is the co-author of The More Complete Carpet Python, and a prominent educator in the reptile community.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018...

MJ is a prominent voice in modern herpetoculture and the founder of the Trap Talk Reptile Network. With hundreds upon hundreds of episodes under his belt, MJ has helped shape contemporary reptile media by trading traditional corporate formatting for transparent, raw, and authentic discussions about industry culture, husbandry, and community realities.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm...

Jeff Ronne, also known as "The Boaphile," is a pioneer in boa constrictor breeding and the founder of Boaphile Plastics. With more than 40 years of experience, Jeff has helped shape modern herpetoculture through his work in boa genetics, reproduction, and husbandry, while pioneering PVC reptile enclosures that became an industry standard. His contributions to iconic genetic lines, including Key West and Labyrinth boas, have left a lasting impact on the reptile keeping community.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel...

Dritz is the founder of Underdark Inverts, specializing in captive-bred tarantulas and other invertebrates. With over 25 years of experience breeding theraphosid species, he is known for his work in sustainable breeding, behavioral research, and invertebrate education.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm_source=chewpanions&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=exotics_adamsehy_youtube&utm_content=adamsehy_youtube<...

Dr. Zac Loughman is a conservation and field biologist with a broad interest in reptile and amphibian conservation. He is a professor of biology at West Liberty University and hosts the Colubrid and Colubroid Radio podcast on the MPR Network. Through his field research, teaching, and outreach, Dr. Loughman focuses on advancing the understanding and conservation of herpetofauna while engaging both scientific and hobbyist communities.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merch...

Brian Kusko is a reptile breeder, educator, and content creator. Through his videos, podcasts, and interviews with breeders, herpetologists, and industry leaders, Brian has become a respected voice in the reptile community.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm_source=chewpanions&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=exotics_adamsehy_youtube&utm_content=adamsehy_youtubeReptichip Affiliate Link:<...

Dr. Kevin R. Messenger is a conservation biologist, herpetologist, and professor of zoology at Nanjing Forestry University in China. His work focuses on the ecology and conservation of Asian reptiles and amphibians, drawing on extensive field experience throughout China. He has authored numerous scientific publications and herpetological reference works, helping advance the understanding and conservation of reptiles across Asia.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b...

Jeremy Hicks has extensive experience in the reptile industry. Having worked at Ophiological Services under Eugene Bessette, as well as at The Gourmet Rodent, Jeremy developed a deep understanding of snake reproduction, biosecurity, and the humane treatment of captive snakes through proper husbandry practices.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm_source=chewpanions&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=exotics_adamsehy_youtube...

Adam Wickens is a Canadian content creator, comedian, and reptile enthusiast best known as the creator and host of the highly popular YouTube channel, Wickens Wicked Reptiles.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need from:https://www.chewy.com/b/snake-supplies-and-accessories-14018?utm_source=chewpanions&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=exotics_adamsehy_youtube&utm_content=adamsehy_youtubeReptichip Affiliate Link:https://reptichip.com...

Weston Wenner is a reptile breeder and the founder of Wildfire Retics, best known for his work with reticulated pythons and his dedication to advancing the species in captivity. Through selective breeding, education, and a commitment to responsible husbandry, Weston has built a reputation for producing exceptional animals while sharing his knowledge and passion for retics with keepers around the world.SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.patreon.com/theexpertandtheidiotMerch: https://fulviusapparel.com/collections/the-expert-the-idiot-podcast-official-merchBuy Everything you need...