The Frograck Podcast

FrogRack Podcast
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A community oriented podcast about amphibians in captivity. We talk to keepers and breeders who are passionate members of the frog, toad, newts, and salamander hobby.

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 14: PDF Hobbyist Q&A Roundtable

    Join the Poison Dart Frog Hobbyist Facebook group National Frog Fest Event info March 22, 2026 Keith Tanis FrogsnThings Frograck.com In this episode; Andy Baker, Keith Tanis, and Andrew Hill join me as guests for a Question and Answer Roundtable. We tackle 50 questions from the Poison Dart Frog Hobbyists Facebook page. Join us for this conversation that covers a wide variety of dart frog topics. You won't get bored. Engage with the community on the Poison Dart Frog hobbyists Facebook Page. Please like, subscribe, share, and leave a review of the Frograck Podcast! Takeaways Dart frog enthusiasts use a variety of methods to breed, feed, and maintain their dart frog vivariums.Heating dart frog vivariums in cold environmentsDealing with roaches in a tankWashing plantsCreating a waterfall in a vivariumIntroducing a female to a pair of male dendrobates tincturusQuarantining new frogs before introducing them to an existing tankSetting up a storefront for poison dart frogsRaising tadpoles communallyMaintaining humidity levels in vivariumsThe dart frog market is experiencing high demand and limited supplyLeaf litter from live oak and magnolia treesCommunity engagement in frog hobbyist groups is valuable for sharing knowledge, experiences, and maintaining a positive and supportive environment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions05:25 Dealing with Mites in Springtail Cultures13:14 Andrew Hill's Dart Frog Hobbyist Experience and Feeding Challenges18:29 Sealing Spray Foam Backgrounds in Vivariums25:20 Misting and Humidity Control in Dart Frog Vivariums35:08 Dealing with Roaches in a Tank47:45 Dealing with Ants in a Tank and Washing Plants54:14 Creating a Waterfall in a Vivarium01:09:02 Raising Tadpoles and Tank Setup01:15:28 Feeding and Supplement Rotation01:23:48 Tadpole Rearing and Parasite Concerns01:33:03 Humidity Management in Vivariums01:39:30 Humidity and Vivarium Health01:45:22 Community Engagement and Hobbyist Groups

    1h 54m

  2. JAN 6

    Episode 13: Frogdaddy 2025 Year in Review

    Shop at the Frog Hobby's Favorite Frog Shop: Frogdaddy.net Alex Manke joins us with his reflection on 2025, challenges in the amphibian industry, the impact of short-form video content, content creation challenges, Frog Daddy's business stage and projects undertaken, plant propagation and product releases, leadership growth, and expo vending. The conversation covers the themes of transparency and community building, infrastructure and facility upgrades, and challenges related to disease management. Alex discusses the importance of transparency in the hobby, the upgrades made to the facility, and the challenges of managing disease outbreaks. These themes are explored in-depth, providing valuable insights into the world of frog breeding and the amphibian hobby. Takeaways Terrarium hobby growthChallenges in the terrarium industry Transparency and community buildingInfrastructure and facility upgradesChallenges and disease management Chapters 00:00 Introduction06:01 Challenges of Content Creation and Market Growth13:01 Frog Daddy's Business Stage and Projects Undertaken21:01 Plant Propagation and Product Releases27:54 Leadership Growth and Expo Vending33:44 Building a Transparent Community54:35 Looking Forward

    1h 9m

  3. 12/29/2025

    Episode 12: Frograck 2025 Year in Review

    The episode provides a comprehensive review of my personal amphibian keeping in 2025, covering the transition to a part-time job, the building and maintenance of a frog room, and the experience of selling newts and frogs as a hobby business. I share insights into the challenges and expenses involved in these activities, offering valuable information for amphibian enthusiasts. The conversation covers the construction of a basement frog room with insulated concrete walls and a PEX tubing heated floor, the use of solar hot water panels and a 1000-gallon hot water storage tank for heating purposes, the utilization of Baker's racks on wheels for enclosure management and maintenance, and the breeding and raising of various species of newts with varying degrees of success. The conversation covers a range of topics related to breeding and raising amphibians, financial constraints, challenges with specific species, water quality issues, sourcing and importing exotic species, and the importance of captive breeding and conservation. The host also discusses his goals for 2026 and plans for the Frog Rack podcast. Takeaways Amphibian keeping as a part-time jobBuilding and maintaining a frog roomSelling newts and frogs as a hobby business Building a basement frog room with insulated concrete walls and a PEX tubing heated floorUse of solar hot water panels and a 1000-gallon hot water storage tank for heating purposesUtilizing Baker's racks on wheels for enclosure management and maintenanceBreeding and raising various species of newts with varying degrees of success Breeding and raising newt speciesChallenges with breeding and raising amphibiansImportance of captive breeding and conservation Chapters 00:00 Selling Newts and Frogs as a Hobby Business41:06 Basement Frog Room Construction01:00:06 Baker's Racks for Enclosure Management01:06:11 Breeding and Raising Newts01:23:14 Breeding and Raising Newt Species01:29:08 Water Quality and Well Issues01:40:42 Challenges with Red-Eyed Tree Frogs and Other Species01:54:09 Sourcing and Importing Japanese Tree Frogs and Miyako Toads02:00:44 Goals for 2026 and Podcast Plans

    1h 51m

  4. 12/26/2025

    Episode 11: Houston frogs

    The conversation covers a diverse range of topics related to the dart frog hobby, including the guest's background, involvement in the hobby, understanding of bioactivity, and the importance of sterilization and biosecurity. The guest's extensive knowledge of microbial ecosystems and the complexities of maintaining a healthy vivarium are highlighted throughout the discussion. The conversation covers the pitfalls of using outdoor organisms in vivariums, the concept and function of clay mineral baths, the science of clay and mineral supplementation, and the role of minerals in the forest floor. Key takeaways include the importance of biosecurity and the underutilized source of dermal supplementation in amphibian husbandry. The conversation delves into the intricacies of creating naturalistic vivariums, tissue culturing mosses and liverworts, amphibian-safe vivarium remineralizer, and the development of green fuel fruit fly media. Each topic highlights the complexity and attention to detail required in maintaining a healthy and natural environment for dart frogs and other amphibians. Takeaways Diverse BackgroundBioactivity and Microbial EcosystemSterilization and Biosecurity Biosecurity is crucialDermal supplementation is an underutilized source of supplementation Naturalistic vivariums require careful consideration of the natural environment, including leaf litter and microclimates.Tissue culturing mosses and liverworts requires extensive knowledge and experience to do properly. Chapters 00:00 Sterilization and Biosecurity50:12 Understanding Clay Mineral Baths01:04:12 The Science of Clay and Mineral Supplementation01:11:48 The Role of Minerals in the Forest Floor01:23:30 Amphibian-Safe Vivarium Remineralizer01:33:46 Green Fuel Fruit Fly Media

    1h 42m

  5. 12/15/2025

    Episode 10: Devin Edmonds talks Mantella

    Welcome to Episode 10 of the Frograck Podcast. A milestone episode and a bucket list guest. Devin Edmonds joins the podcast to talk about his journey in herpetoculture, herpetology, in situ and ex situ conservation of mantella frogs, seeing mantella in the wild of Madagascar and more! Follow Devin on Instagram Learn more about recent work at Mitsinjo Consider donating to Mitsinjo Learn about the important work Devin is a part of at Amphibian Ark Participate in the International Mantella Society Facebook group And build your perfect frog enclosures with supplies from todays sponsor New England Herpetoculture

    1h 19m

  6. 12/09/2025

    Episode 9: JJ The Frog Girl

    JJ The Frog Girl chats treefrog and dart frog breeding. listen to our conversation to get an idea about just what it takes for a hobbyist breeder to produce thousands of treefrogs, raise them to a healthy size, and get them into the hands of hobbyists. Find JJ The Frog Girl on Facebook Visit todays sponsor NEherp.net for all your terrarium needs including glass drill bits and bulkheads.

    1h 4m

  7. 12/02/2025

    Episode 8: Creepers Herpetoculture

    Billy from Creepers Herpetoculture sits down to discuss ethics in amphibian husbandry & welfare. Stick around until the end, as I bring up a topic that would be sure to stir the pot in a facebook group, but we can handle the nuance with your help, so join us in the comments on youtube. follow Creepers Herpetoculture Shop with todays sponsor NEherp

    1h 41m

  8. 11/21/2025

    Episode 7: Sean Twohy

    Sean Twohy joins the Frograck Podcast to talk about his experience as a hobbyist breeder of firebelly newts, firebelly toads, and bumblebee toads as well as keeping emperor newts. We discuss the reality of breeding amphibians at the hobby level and moving the offspring into the amphibian marketplace.

    2h 5m
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About

A community oriented podcast about amphibians in captivity. We talk to keepers and breeders who are passionate members of the frog, toad, newts, and salamander hobby.

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  • Creator
    FrogRack Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 FrogRack Podcast

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