Collecting Fish

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Collecting Fish is a podcast series exploring the world of fishkeeping while reflecting the depth of passion, knowledge, and systems-thinking that neurodivergent people often bring to the hobbies they love. Hosted by James Hepworth, the series examines what draws people into the aquarium hobby — from childhood fascination and freshwater ecosystems to marine aquariums, sustainability, consumerism, and the future of fishkeeping itself. Blending science, creativity, nostalgia, and lived experience, the series presents fishkeeping not simply as a hobby, but as a way of understanding nature, patience, responsibility, and ourselves. 🎧 Collecting Fish is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com 🌐 Visit www.autisticculturepodcastnetwork.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @autisticculturepodcast James’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jhkaiser11/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 1

    Your First Aquarium

    In the opening episode of Collecting Fish, host James Hepworth shares his personal journey into fishkeeping — from childhood memories of exploring rock pools on family holidays to building his first aquarium at just five years old. Blending nostalgia with practical beginner advice, James explores what it really takes to start an aquarium for the first time, including: Choosing the right tankUnderstanding filtration and the nitrogen cycleSetting up plants and hardscapeSelecting beginner-friendly fishAvoiding common early mistakes. James discusses the deeper appeal of fishkeeping for neurodivergent people, discussing the calming effects of aquariums, the connection to nature, and the value of slower, more mindful hobbies in an increasingly fast-paced world. Part beginner’s guide and part personal reflection, this episode is an honest introduction to the rewards, responsibilities, and emotional connection behind the aquarium hobby. 🐠 Subscribe now to hear future episodes. 🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com 🌐 Learn more about the network at AutisticCulturePodcastNetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Collecting Fish is a podcast series exploring the world of fishkeeping while reflecting the depth of passion, knowledge, and systems-thinking that neurodivergent people often bring to the hobbies they love. Hosted by James Hepworth, the series examines what draws people into the aquarium hobby — from childhood fascination and freshwater ecosystems to marine aquariums, sustainability, consumerism, and the future of fishkeeping itself. Blending science, creativity, nostalgia, and lived experience, the series presents fishkeeping not simply as a hobby, but as a way of understanding nature, patience, responsibility, and ourselves. 🎧 Collecting Fish is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com 🌐 Visit www.autisticculturepodcastnetwork.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @autisticculturepodcast James’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jhkaiser11/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Autistic Culture Podcast Network
  • Episodes
    2
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Autistic Culture Podcast Network
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    Collecting Fish