AmphibiCast

AmphibiCast

Dan Drobates

Episodes 217
Avg. Duration 1h 23m
Activity Declining
Since Jul 2020
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
82%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

AmphibiCast is the Original Amphibian Focused Podcast. Each weekly episode features informative and educational content for hobbyists, naturalists, ecologists, pet enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates frogs, toads and salamanders.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 216. Tracking the Data - 20 years of Amphibian Trade with Sam Sucre and Devin Edmonds

Jan 30, 2026 1h 26m

In order to become better stewards of the natural world, it's vital that we understand how important data from the amphibian hobby can be. As amphibian keepers, we can play an important role in…

Episode 215. Zoo Grade Hardscapes with Stuart Dunne of Universal Rocks

Jan 16, 2026 1h 12m

Have you ever been to a zoo or aquarium and marveled at the artfully crafted rocks and water features in the enclosures? Chances are, you may have seen the work of Stuart Dunne. Stuart is the founder…

Episode 214. 5th Annual Yuletide show with Mike Tytula

Dec 19, 2025 2h 5m

It’s that time of year again. Join me and Mike Tytula for a fireside chat about responsibly managing a large herp collection, in situ observations from his trip to Costa Rica, upcoming projects for…

Episode 213. Frogs in the Medieval World with Greti Dinkova-Bruun

Dec 05, 2025 1h 38m

We've all heard the tales of witches using "eye of newt" in their potions, but did you know that amphibians (frogs in particular) were actually a common ingredient in medieval curatives? Medieval…

Episode 212. Photography and Frogs in the Wild with Jack Small

Nov 20, 2025 1h 38m

This week I’m joined by Jack Small. Jack had traveled quite extensively and he has countless hours in the field observing and photographing dart frogs and other wildlife. In this episode, we discuss…

Episode. 211. Frog Talk with Jodi Rowley

Nov 07, 2025 1h 14m

This week I'm joined by Jodi Rowley. Jodi is a leading amphibian expert with over 100 publications to her name,  years of field research in South East Asia and Australia, and she has identified and…

Episode 210. Listener Q & A with Alex Menke and Mike Novy

Oct 24, 2025 1h 43m

This week Alex Menke, Mike Novy, and I answer listener questions about dart frogs and tree frogs. We discuss husbandry, breeding, ethical topics, and we have more than a few laughs. Thanks to all the…

Episode 209. Beginner Episode - What you need to know before starting with dart frogs

Oct 11, 2025 1h 12m

Are you interested in keeping dart frogs for the first time? In this episode I cover what you need to know before getting your first frog. I cover basic husbandry, feeding, supplementation, lighting,…

Episode 208. Show Room Vivarium Backgrounds - With Mikegravia

Sep 28, 2025 1h 22m

Vivarium Backgrounds are an integral part of dart frog vivarium builds. They can be simple or complex, but in the right hands they can become true works of art. This week Im joined by @mikegravia and…

Episode 207. Talking Shop with Braxton Griffith of Frog House Tropics

Sep 12, 2025 1h 25m

This week I'm joined by Braxton of Frog House Tropics. In this episode we discuss Braxton's barn sized  frog room(yes its an actual barn!), some new trends in the dart frog hobby, the importance that…

Episode 206. Caudates, Unique Frogs, and More -with Tim Herman of Indoor Ecosystems

Aug 15, 2025 1h 29m

This week I am joined by Tim Herman. Tim is well known for his specialized vivarium and marine aquarium brand -Indoor Ecosystems-, as well as for his accomplishments as an academic, and zoo…

Episode 205. Conservation Crisis - The Future of the Amphibian Foundation with Mark Mandica

Aug 01, 2025 58m

Amphibian conservation, education, and appreciation, are the three ingredients that bind the amphibian community together. And, for almost a decade now, The Amphibian Foundation has dedicated its…

Episode 204. Frog week 2025 with Aaron Capouellez

Jul 25, 2025 1h 11m

This week I chat with Aaron Capouellez and we discuss what's going on with native Pennsylvania amphibians for Frog Week 2025. We talk about amphibian road crossings and the issues they present, how a…

Episode 203. The Mystery of the Golden Toad with Kyle and Trevor Ritland

Jun 13, 2025 1h 20m

One of the most enigmatic extinction events in history took place only a few decades ago in a tiny section of pristine habitat near Monte Verde Costa Rica. Shorty after its discovery, the Golden Toad…

Episode 202. Fire Salamanders and Herping Through Hard Times - with Matt Wayne

May 30, 2025 2h 3m

This week I am joined by fellow podcaster, Matt Wayne. Matt hosts the 'Not Another Reptile Podcast' and in this episode we discuss his venture into podcasting as well as his passion for fire…

Episode 201. The Houston Toad Project with Audrey and Chris of Houston Zoo

May 02, 2025 1h 17m

Zoos often play an integral part in amphibian conservation. This week I am joined by Audrey and Chris courtesy of Houston Zoo, and we discuss their work with the critically endangered Houston…

Episode 200 - Dart Frog Round Table w/ Julio, Troy, and Mike Tytula

Apr 18, 2025 2h 49m

EPISODE 200! This week I am joined by Julio Rodriguez, Troy Goldberg and Mike Tytula. We have a full blown dart frog round table discussion covering tips, observations, breeding, supplementation,…

Episode 199. Sustainable Bio-Commerce and Andinobates with Ivan Lozano

Apr 04, 2025 1h 6m

This week I am joined by Ivan Lozano. In this episode, we discuss sustainable Colombian bio-commerce, the introduction of the first legally imported andinobates into the US amphibian community, and a…

Episode 198. Susan Canavan -Social Media and Extinction

Mar 21, 2025 1h 13m

Social Media has become an important facet of our ever evolving society. We find news, opinions, and information at an ever increasing pace. But how do social media posts affect our perception of…

Episode 197. A Hobby History -with Nathan Hall Austin Vivarium Studio

Mar 07, 2025 2h 6m

This week I am joined by Nathan Hall. Nathan has decades of experience keeping and breeding herps, and in this episode, we discuss his decision to focus on dart frogs. We also take a deep dive into…

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