CrocKast Podcast

In this episode Dr. Steven Platt talks with us about his work in researching and conserving several species of reptile across southeast Asia. From Roof Turtles in Myanmar to Siamese Crocodiles in Laos, he has helped with the protection and propagation of multiple critically endangered species. Enjoy!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 when booking for $100 off of your next herping adventure! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Marcus Rehrman (IG @ranger_marcus) to talk about his herping experiences from Oregon, to California, to Florida, and to Norway, and everywhere in between. Hope y'all enjoy!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 when booking for $100 off of your next herping adventure! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Zach Davis takes us through his experiences herping in eastern Tennessee and greater Appalachia, with a special emphasis on salamanders. From hellbenders to redbacks and everything in between, this is the episode for you!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 when booking for $100 off of your next herping adventure! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Dakotah Henn to talk about his research with amphibian communities in Costa Rica and the United States. We also talk about his experiences as a keeper. Enjoy!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping trip! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant do some catching up, talk about plans for the upcoming year, and do some exploring on iNat.

In this episode I'm joined by Steven Kush (IG @scrubshepherd) of the Kush's Corner podcast to talk about his work and experience with Scrub Pythons. We talk about his experiences with the different species and localities of Simalia, how he keeps them, and how to breed them. We also talk about the future of Simalia in US herpetoculture. Enjoy!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping trip! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode I am once again joined by Dr. Zac Loughman of West Liberty University to discuss his work, the freshwater conservation center, and some colubrid phylogenetics! Be sure to check out his and Clint's podcast Colubrid and Colubroid Radio!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping trip! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode we are joined by Nilan (IG @nilank_photography) joins us to talk about all his experiences and adventures herping around Australia, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia. We also talk about the herpetoculture scene in Australia, and the similarities and differences between Oz and 'Murica. Enjoy!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping trip! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Dr. James Emerson (IG @yovo_adahoatoo) of Texas State University to come on and talk about his research work with rattlesnakes and other serpent species all over Texas.Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping trip! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant (‪@goldenhipsterjourneys6728‬ ) are joined by Jacob Bratz of Long Leaf Reptilia and the Herpetoculture Network to talk about his experiences keeping various snake species, and some of his adventures herping around the United States, especially in South Carolina. Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 when booking for $100 off of your next herping adventure!https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Blaine Mazzetti ( ‪@Mazzettis.find.snakes‬ ) to talk all about his adventures herping in the southwestern United States and Mexico. This will also be our last livestream for some time. We will be switching over to prerecorded episodes for the foreseeable future. Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 when booking for $100 off of your next herping adventure! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Rob Alleva (IG @cavemanrob) to talk about his many adventures herping around the world. From the depths of the #amazon to the foot of the pyramids join us as we talk about some of the incredible wildlife Rob has seen Please subscribe to Rob's channel @Snakesandsafaris for more herping content! Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 when booking for $100 off of your next herping adventure! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Michael Taylor (IG @michael.taylor.photography) to talk about his #herping experiences in Indiana and the rest of the Midwest, along with his adventures out west. We'll also talk a bit about the differences and contrasts between these two regions on North America. Check out our sponsor Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off of your next booking with them! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode the guys are joined by Chas (IG: ‪@More_than_morelia‬ ) and Zach (IG: @nonesoherpetological) to talk about Chinese King Rat snakes! Check out our sponsor Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off of your next booking with them! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate is joined by Rupert to talk all about his many adventures herping around south-east Asia, some of the most memorable species he's found, the importance of specimen collection, and so much more! Also make sure to check out his Instagram and YouTube pages (linked below).IG: https://www.instagram.com/rupertsreptiles?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==YouTube: https://youtube.com/@rupertsreptiles?si=9BF-aabTFS_iBm3WBe sure to check out the channel's sponsor Serpentine Expeditions! Use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off for booking your next herping adventure!https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

Nate and Bryant are joined by Aaron Capouellez to talk about Frog Week 2025! We'll be discussing amphibian conservation, citizen science, and why and how Woods and Forest Media was founded, and what his documentaries cover. Check out Frog Week 2025 using the link below. https://www.pawoodsandforests.com/ Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off of your next herping tour booking! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant sit down to go over how they would build their ideal reptile zoo. We go over everything from location, to size, to exhibit themes, to dream species! If you love herps and zoos, then this is the one for you!Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off of your next booking!https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Mark Perpetua (IG @gator_perp) comes on to talk about his experiences working with reptiles in a zoo setting, how he runs a reptile outreach program, and keeping crocodilians in a northern state. Please check out his website in the link below!https://www.reptileprograms.com/Check out the channel's sponsor Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping adventure!https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Samuel Kossl (IG @samuelkosslv3) to talk about his experiences herping across the United States, especially in the San Antonio area of Texas.Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at check out for $100 of off your next herping trip!https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant are joined by Eric Rosenthal to talk about his experience herping in Texas and his work as an interpretive park ranger. Check out Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next herping trip! https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

Enjoy this live recording from CrocFest with Nate, Bryant, and co.Check out our sponsor Serpentine Expeditions and use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your next booking!https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Nate and Bryant sit down and rehash their experiences and adventures in east Texas while attending CrocFestThis episode is sponsored by Serpentine Expeditions. Use code CK25 at checkout for $100 off your bookinghttps://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In the first part of the special coverage from CrocFest, Nate and Bryant are joined by Andrew Austin (IG @texasnaturalist) and Matt Freelon to talk about their experiences working at Crocodile Encounter and herping in Texas. Enjoy!

In this episode James Watson comes on to talk about his work with Tomistoma (i.e. the Sunda Gharial). We talk about his research work, some of the interesting aspects of Tomistoma natural history, what threats Tomistoma face going into the future, and palm oil plantations. Bryant also joins us as a co-host, and we do briefly touch on herping in Sarawak. Enjoy!

In this episode Ian Breland (IG @life.of.ian) of Serpentine Expeditions comes on to talk all about his adventures herping across the globe, how he set up a herping tour company, wildlife videography, and much more. Enjoy!Check out Serpentine Expeditions with the link below:https://www.serpentineexpeditions.com/

In this episode Zach Bell of the Okinawa Kame Centre (IG @okinawakamecentre) comes on to talk all about his experience working with reptiles, how he came to found the Okinawa Kame Centre, and the Centre's focus species, the Ryukyu Black-breasted Leaf Turtle (Geoemyda japonica). We deep dive into the biology and natural history of this fascinating little turtle and discuss some of the threats that face this species. If you want to know more about this turtle and how you can contribute to its conservation, please follow the link below. Enjoy!https://www.okinawa-kame.org/en-home

In this episode Dr. Christina Zdenek comes on to talk about her work at the Australian Reptile Academy, Death Adder venom research, and snake's ability to detect sound. Enjoy!

In this Episode Bryant and Nate chat with Emilio Pazmino about all his adventures herping throughout Latin America and the southeastern United States. We especially focus on his experiences in Panama and Ecuador.

In this episode Nate and Bryant hangout with Jack (@roadtripmonster) and talk all about herping, herping gear, and camera gear. If you want the know how to get great herp photos, then this is the episode for you!

In this episode Nate and Bryant sit down with Kay of Darker Scales to talk about her work with large colubrids, especially Indigos and Cribos. We talk about captive care, breeding, and the culture and laws that surround keeping these magnificent snakes. Enjoy!

In this episode Steve of Steve's Snaketuary comes on to talk about his work caring for abandoned and surrendered animals. We also talk about herping in Louisiana and his hot sauce. Enjoy!

In this episode Matt Minio returns to talk all about his adventures since he was last on the pod. We talk about his time in the everglades, his survey work in California, and his month long adventure through Indonesia. Enjoy!

In this episode Bryant and Nate sit down with Connor (@ohio.herps) to talk about herping in Ohio, Florida, and the southeast. We also talk about the reptiles and amphibians of Ohio and the greater Midwest, and what makes them so great. Enjoy!

In this episode Warren Schmidt of Biodiversity & Environment Africa comes on to talk about his adventures with herps in South Africa, his career working with herps, and African biodiversity. Be sure to check out his website at www.bioenviroafrica.com

Nate and Bryant sit down to talk about some of the places in the United States and around the globe that they would like to visit. It's a Top 10 list you won't want to miss!

In this episode Dr. Steven Allain (IG @stevoallain) joins me to talk about his work with the conservation and research of the herps of Great Britain. We talk about his research with infectious fungi (i.e. chytrid), invasive species, and other things. Hope y'all enjoyAlso, be sure to check out the Okinawa Kame Centre (IG @okinawakamecentre) to learn more about the Ryukyu Black-Breasted Leaf Turtle. Enjoy!

In this episode Mike Pingleton of the So Much Pingle podcast comes on to talk about his experience producing a podcast and his adventures herping across the globe. Enjoy!

In this episode we dive into the world famous Snake Road and talk all about the herps we saw there as well as some of the other places around southern Illinois where reptiles and amphibians can be found. Enjoy!

In this episode we go over all the different Dipsadid snakes that Nate saw in Costa Rica, from many different species of Sibon, the two species of Geophis, Cat-eyed snakes, among others. Enjoy!

In this episode Tim Crowther comes on to talk about his work at the Natural Toxin Research Center looking at some of the more obscure elements in snake venom (especially Red Spitting Cobra venom), and we also talk about his personal collection and experience breeding many different sorts of herps. Enjoy!

In this episode Dr. Zach Whitman (IG @conservation_herp) comes on to talk about his experience as a veterinarian that specializes in reptiles, how he got into herp focused veterinary care, steps people can take to prevent common maladies in their collections, and his conservation work. Enjoy!

In this episode Bryant and Nate do a recap of Nate's recent herping trip across Costa Rica, including pictures of some of the highlight species from the trip. Enjoy!

In this episode Robert Hansen joins me to talk about his work at UC Berkley's Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, and his 20 years of work as the editor for Herpetological Review. We also talk about his work with Mexican King Snake species and his upcoming book. Enjoy!

In this episode Joe (@meteoricserpents) of the Colubrid Corruption Podcast comes on to talk about Texas rat snakes, morph breeding, and his podcast. Enjoy

We talk all about Colubrid Fest, including what we picked up, what we found herping, and the content of the Saturday panels. Enjoy

We talk all about Colubrid Fest, including what we hope to get there, the different speakers and panels, and potentially doing some side herping in the Indianapolis area. We also talk about everything new with us, and potential future trips.

In this episode Jeff Beane of North Carolina State Museum of Natural Sciences about his role as the museum's herpetology collections manager, what roles museums play in research and conservation, and what threats face North Carolina's native reptiles and amphibians.

In the first episode of this new podcast series, Nate and Bryant lay out the groundworks, goals, and format of the podcast. We also talk about Colubrid Fest and get prepared for that. Hope y'all enjoy!

In this episode Dr. Steve Salisbury talks with me about extinct Australian crocodilian species, including the interesting extinct croc family of Mekosuchidae. He also talks about the role that osteoderms play in crocodilian spinal stability. Enjoy!

In this episode I talk with researcher and author Vladimir Dinets about his work researching crocodilian social behavior and some of his adventures across the globe. Enjoy.