What does it take to stay in the reptile hobby for decades? This week on Reptiles Unplugged, we sit down with Steve Casino of Steve’s Morphs to talk about building a legacy, the evolution of vending reptile shows, and how to stay relevant through market shifts, trends, and life’s curveballs. Whether you’re just starting out or already a lifer in the game, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and lessons from one of the real ones.

Hosts: Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics), Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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We’re back with another wild RU Rewind! Tonight, we’re recapping our recent chat with Jeremy & Genie Baud of Bauds Exotic Reptiles and diving into the latest current events shaking up the reptile scene. We’ll also hit the fan-favorite segment: Unpopular Opinions, where the live chat brings the heat and we give our raw takes. No filter, just fun. Tune in and get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe argue a little.

Hosted by: Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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In this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we sit down with Jeremy Baud of Baud’s Exotic Reptiles to explore his breeding philosophy, the future of his projects, and the mindset it takes to build a brand in today’s reptile industry. From clutches to community, Jeremy shares what drives him and what he sees coming next in the reptile world.

🎙️ Hosted by Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) & Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

🎛️ Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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Breaking News in the Reptile Industry! Reptiles Unplugged sits down with Zac Parpart, founder of Reptile Ads (RADS) — the brand new reptile classifieds platform that could shake up the industry. This isn’t just a new listing site… it’s a movement. We dig deep into the why, how, and what now: • What is Reptile Ads and why was it created? • How is it different from MorphMarket and other platforms? • What benefits will breeders AND buyers see? • What did it take to build RADS from the ground up? Whether you’re a hobbyist, breeder, or just watching the market — you need to hear what’s coming. Don’t miss this exclusive Reptiles Unplugged sit-down with the man behind RADS.

🎤 Hosted by: Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

🎧 Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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Ashley Fry of Catalina Morph Mixer joins Reptiles Unplugged to share her deep dive into managing multiple species, vending reptile shows, and building community in the hobby. Whether you’re new to breeding or a show veteran, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it takes to juggle passion, logistics, and business in today’s evolving reptile scene.

💬 Topics include:

• Raising & breeding multiple species

• Vending shows like a pro

• Building a brand through real connections

• Navigating growth while staying grounded

• How Ashley keeps it all running with style

🧠 Honest insight, real experiences, and a dose of inspiration from a badass breeder doing it her way.

🎙️ Hosted by: Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics) & Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics)

🎛️ Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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This RU Rewind dives deep into the brainy brilliance of Jessica Hare (Hare Hollow Farms & Holdback Rack Podcast) as we recap our recent episode with her. We break down key moments, geek out on current events in the reptile world, and unleash another round of Unpopular Opinions—where Shane and Adam give it to you straight, no fluff. PLUS: We reveal our next special guest on Reptiles Unplugged and talk about what’s coming down the pipe for upcoming episodes, events, and community shout-outs. Whether you’re a breeder, keeper, or herp hobbyist just lurking in the shadows, this episode is packed with insight and laughs!

Hosted by Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

Get ready to dive deep into the mind of Jessica Hare of Hare Hollow Farms and The Holdback Rack Podcast! In this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we explore what drives her ultra-analytical approach to reptile breeding, podcasting, data, and the reptile community at large. Jessica breaks down how she dissects morph trends, evaluates clutch outcomes, and leverages logic and strategy to scale her projects with precision. This isn’t just another reptile chat—it’s a thought-provoking look inside the head of one of the most methodical minds in the reptile space.

Data-driven breeding

Podcasting with purpose

Project evaluation with precision

When gut feelings meet spreadsheets

🎧 Hosted by: Shane Kelley – Small Town Xotics Adam Halbleib – Beach Bum Xotics 🎬 Technical Producer: Jay Kaps – Greenline Morphs

This episode of RU Rewind brings the heat! With Shane from Small Town Xotics out, we’re joined by special guest host Joel from State48 Exotics sitting in alongside Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics) and technical producer Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs).

We recap the latest episode featuring Inky Clouds, dive into some morph talk madness from the YouTube chat, and reveal our next RU guest you won’t want to miss!

Whether you're new to Ball Pythons or deep into the morph game, RU Rewind breaks down each episode and delivers unfiltered insights from breeders who live it.

🎧 Available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms 🐍 Catch up, react, and rewind with the tribe!

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