The Reptilium Insider
Reptilium InsiderYour backstage pass to the reptile world.Welcome to Reptilium Insider, the podcast where the reptile industry gets real.Hosted by Michael Arnold and Lydia Wolfe of Premium Crickets and Reptiles Express, this show dives deep into the world of reptiles, live shows, breeders, vendors, and the business behind it all. From the buzzing show floors of Repticon to the logistics of shipping live animals safely across the country, nothing is off-limits.Michael and Lydia bring firsthand experience from inside the reptile trade — working directly with breeders, exhibitors, and reptile enthusiasts every single week. They’ll break down what’s happ...
Episode 2: Two Big Repticon Weekends and a Leopard Gecko Care Sheet
This episode covers the two upcoming Repticon shows in Jacksonville and Greenville, with the key dates, locations, hours, and a quick look at what attendees should know before they go.We also mention that today’s newsletter includes a leopard gecko care sheet for anyone considering bringing one home from either show.
Spring Repticon Recap: Raleigh vs. Kissimmee and Perfect Shipping Weather
In this episode of Reptilium Insider, Michael Arnold checks in from Repticon Kissimmee while Lydia Wolfe reports back from Repticon Raleigh after a jam‑packed March weekend of shows. They compare the two expos—crowds, vendor vibes, standout animals, and how each venue shapes the experience—while giving listeners a feel for what it’s like on the ground at these busy Southeastern reptile hubs. Then the conversation turns to the weather as spring finally starts nudging temperatures up across the Southeast. Michael and Lydia break down why this shoulder season is their favorite time of year for shipping both feeder i...
Welcome To The Reptilium Insider
In this kickoff episode of Reptilium Insider, hosts Michael Arnold and Lydia Wolfe introduce a brand-new way to stay plugged into the heart of the reptile community: the Reptilium Insider newsletter.They explain how the podcast and newsletter work together to bring you a curated mix of:Repticon show updates — what’s coming up on the show calendar, vendor spotlights, and on-the-floor stories.Feeder insect care tips from the team at Premium Crickets — from crickets and roaches to worms and black soldier fly larvae.Animal husbandry insights supported by Reptiles Express and Premium Crickets — practical, real-world advice for keeping reptiles, amphibia...
