Spoodcast - Jumping Spiders with MF Spood

Spoodcast
  • 4.0 (6)
  • Natural Sciences
  • Weekly

Laena (@mfspood) & friends bring you a slightly silly podcast for keepers and lovers of jumping spiders, tarantulas and other invertebrates!

Episodes

  1. 12/13/2024

    18 - Spoodcast returns with Spooderland Liz

    Join Laena (@mfspood) and Liz (@spooderlandliz) on a very belated episode of Spoodcast! We talk about keeping jumping spiders, pairing, and ponder the important things, like if animals can become zombies and where Kansas might be on a map.

  2. 03/26/2024

    9 - Tarantulas, scorpions and other exotic pets with Victor of Vexotic Me

    In this captivating episode of Spoodcast, join your hosts Lauren and Laena with special guest Victor, an exotic pet proprietor and respected expositor. Victor shares his intriguing journey from a dinosaur admirer to becoming a specialist in tarantula breeding and management, while also revealing his broad experiences from attending various expos worldwide. Engaging and knowledgeable, Victor dispels common misconceptions about Old World tarantulas and provides insightful comparisons between New World and Old World tarantula species. He also shares insightful, often humorous anecdotes from his experiences handling peculiar creatures, offering a in-depth look into the exotic pet trade. Born and raised in Brazil, Victor discusses his life's journey – from interacting with local fauna, moving to the United States, and establishing a successful business in the exotic pet industry. He also discusses the contrasts between American and Brazilian fauna and shines a light on their respective pet industry regulations. This immersive discussion digs into unexpected venomous potential of certain animals, debunks popular myths about spiders, and is filled to the brim with intriguing animal facts and captivating anecdotes. From scorpion threats to a painful encounter with an octopus, Victor offers listeners a candid, riveting peek into his life and career. Exemplifying both passion and dedication, Victor provides honest insights into the challenging, yet rewarding world of tarantula breeding while shedding light on the overlooked aspects of the pet trade industry. With invaluable tips and tricks on handling tarantula emergencies, managing egg sacs, and feeding slings, the episode is a treasure trove of arachnid knowledge.

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Laena (@mfspood) & friends bring you a slightly silly podcast for keepers and lovers of jumping spiders, tarantulas and other invertebrates!

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