InvertiCast

Leah and Simon explore the world of cockroaches. Are they really disgusting? What do they actually do and eat? Would you keep a species of cockroaches as a pet? We also have an interesting legend involving cockroaches. Tube in to learn more!

Leah and Simon talk all about shows and expos, what to expect, what to bring, and why you should keep an open mind. Between the two of our hosts, there is a wealth of knowledge and experience of going to shows as an attendee and as a vender. Listen in for all the tips on sifting out the best tarantula breeders and keeping in the know of this amazing hobby.

Leah and Simon discuss the invertebrates that bite or sting, what the difference is, which bites/stings are the worst, treatment, and how to avoid them! Do you know how to care for puncture wounds? We do and we're happy to share all this information in this week's episode.

Leah and Simon open season two with an interview of Tyler Kirk, owner and operator of Spider Shoppe in the US. Listen in a Leah totally geeks out about Tom Patterson and Richard Stewart because of Tyler's recent trip with them to Peru! Tyler also talks about how he started Spider Shoppe and what it takes to import tarantulas into the US hobby.

Leah and Simon talk about cephalopods including octopus, squid, nautilus and cuttlefish! We happily delve into the deep oceans where our knowledge isn't as keen, but thankfully, we did our research. Included in this episode; species of interest, what they are and what they do, and mythology from around the world! Release the kraken!

Leah and Simon talk about plants, animals, and insects that have been introduced to regions they don't belong. What does it take to become an invasive species and why is it bad? What can you do to help the prevention? Listen in and find out!

Leah and Simon sit down with Jackie Billotte M.S who is an entomologist! This is an episode you don't want to miss out on. We discussed being behaviors, conservation, and why people tend to care more about panda bears more than inverts.

Isopods, rollie pollies, pillbugs, woodlouse, sowbugs, whatever you call them, Leah and Simon have all the details about these extraordinary invertebrates. We discuss where they live, what they do, and their anatomy. Listen in for Leah's to 5 species to keep!

Leah talks all about dragonflies, their physiology, anatomy, lifespan, and all the things that make them living helicopters! Also included in this episode are some interesting legends and mythologies from around the world. Listen in to learn all about these amazing and beneficial inverts!

Simon and Leah have a great chat all about Orthoptera, this order of insects includes, katydids, crickets, grasshoppers, locusts, and cicadas! Listen in for the 411 on these noisy and interesting creatures!

Simon and Leah delve into the fascinating world of praying mantises! We highlight specific species, folklore, and what makes mantids so interesting. Listen in to learn all about these ambush predators and what we like best about them!

Leah and Simon talk all about invertebrates that have had an influence over the winter holidays. From lady bugs to Christmas spiders! Listen in to find out what bugs have in common with the holiday season.

Leah is delighted to chat with Ryan Marshall, owner of Marshall Arachnids. Marshall Arachnids is a outstanding source for captive bred tarantulas among other related products. Ryan and Leah share opinions on conservation, the hobby, favorite species, and shared experiences keeping tarantulas.

Simon and Leah interview April and Sam the owners of Eight Legged Adventures. April and Sam are tarantula breeders local to the Colorado area and they focus on conservation. Listen in to learn all about Eight Legged Adventures and what they are all about!

Leah sits down with Mel, the creator of Fatty Pancake. Mel is an artist who creates beautiful works of art featuring reptiles and invertebrates and places them on all sorts of products. From t shirts to stickers, Mel's artwork is truly amazing. Listen in to learn all about Mel and Fatty Pancake.

Are scorpions really that scary? Simon and Leah discuss everything from the scientific classification to venom of scorpions. Are you interested in keeping a scorpion? They also talk all about which scorpion species are the best for new keepers and which ones are best for experienced keepers. Listen in to learn all about these amazing arachnids!

Would you use an anti-aging cream that was made with snail slime? Join Leah and Simon as they talk about Gastropods and the incredible ways they are helpful to human beings and their ecosystems.

Leah and Simon are joined by a special guest, Britain Stelly with the Creature Courage Experience. Britain is a licensed therapist specializing in phobias and anxiety. Listen all about her amazing work and the invert love she's on a mission to show the world!

Leah and Simon chat about centipedes and milipedes. The many species that are offered throughout the pet trade and information about their defensive mechanisms! Also where they live and what they do! Tune in and learn all about these fascinating creatures!

Leah and Simon talk about assassin bugs! What are they, where do they live, and what makes them so interesting? Tune in to learn all about these predators of the invertebrate world.

Leah and Simon talk all about bees and the many species around the world. We also dispel a few myths about killer bees and provide tips for helping your local honey bee populations.

Leah and Simon discuss the varying feeder insects that are available as well as their care and proper nutrition. What is gut loading and why can't you just grab a cricket from your yard to feed to your inverts? Tune in to learn all about it

Leah heads up this episode alone and bearing the scoop on pollinators. What do they do? How do I know if it's a pollinator? What exactly is a pollinator? Listen in and join leah in learning all about the insect world's most famous members. Bees! Butterflies! And Beetles?

Nat, Leah, and Simon discuss beetles! Beetles are an important invert all throughout the world. They comprise the largest order of animals with 390,000 described species! What is your favorite beetle species?

In this episode, Leah and May talk about the pros and cons of wild caught invertebrates and tarantulas. Also discussed are the effects of the invertebrate hobby on the ecosystems throughout the world.

In this episode, Leah, Nat, and Dorothy discuss substrate. There are many ways that diet is used throughout the invert hobby and this episode is all about those options. We talk about bioactive and what exactly that means, the many products available, and methods of using those products to best suit our invertebrate needs!

Leah, Nat, and Logan have an in depth look into the world of isopods with Bryan, the founder of Rubber Ducky Isopods! In this episode, we talk all about bioactive substrate and exactly what that means for our invertebrate pets.