Reptiles Unplugged cover art

Reptiles Unplugged

Reptiles Unplugged

By: Adam Halbleib & Shane Kelley
Listen for free

About this listen

Reptiles Unplugged – The Unfiltered Podcast for Reptile Enthusiasts

Whether you’re a ball python breeder, western hognose enthusiast, or deep into herpetoculture, Reptiles Unplugged is your new favorite podcast. Hosted by Adam Halbleib of Beach Bum Xotics and Shane Kelley of Small Town Xotics, this long-form show features raw conversations, exclusive interviews, and no-holds-barred takes on the reptile industry.

We cover it all:

  • Ball python morph trends
  • Breeding strategies
  • Reptile husbandry and equipment
  • Reptile show culture & expos
  • Insider industry discussions

Expect expert guests, transparent dialogue, and weekly insights from two keepers deeply embedded in the U.S. reptile scene.

🧬 Listen in, level up, and get Unplugged.

Technical Producer: Jay - Green Line Morphs

📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/@ReptilesUnplugged

Keywords: reptile podcast, ball python podcast, reptile breeding, exotic pets, morph market, herpetoculture, reptile expos, snake podcast, Small Town Xotics, Beach Bum Xotics, Reptiles Unplugged

Adam Halbleib & Shane Kelley
Episodes
  • RU Rewind: Inky Clouds Recap + Morph Talk w/ Joel from State48 Exotics!

    RU Rewind: Inky Clouds Recap + Morph Talk w/ Joel from State48 Exotics!
    Sep 18 2025

    This episode of RU Rewind brings the heat! With Shane from Small Town Xotics out, we’re joined by special guest host Joel from State48 Exotics sitting in alongside Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics) and technical producer Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs).

    We recap the latest episode featuring Inky Clouds, dive into some morph talk madness from the YouTube chat, and reveal our next RU guest you won’t want to miss!

    Whether you're new to Ball Pythons or deep into the morph game, RU Rewind breaks down each episode and delivers unfiltered insights from breeders who live it.

    🎧 Available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms 🐍 Catch up, react, and rewind with the tribe!

    Reptiles Unplugged, RU Rewind, Ball Python podcast, Inky Clouds reptiles, State48 Exotics, Joel guest host, Ball Python morph opinions, morph talk, Royal Canadian Reptiles, Troy AARPE, Greenline Morphs, Adam Halbleib, Beach Bum Exotics, reptile breeder podcast, ball python genetics, exotic snakes community
    Show More Show Less
    57 mins
  • RU: Inky Clouds Unleashed — Thomi Gill Shares Her Ball Python Wisdom

    RU: Inky Clouds Unleashed — Thomi Gill Shares Her Ball Python Wisdom
    Sep 11 2025

    Join us on Reptiles Unplugged (RU) as we sit down with Thomi Gill of Inky Clouds Ball Pythons—a true vet in the game with years of experience across everything from varanids to venomous species to pythons. We dig into her journey, her breeding philosophy, and the passion behind her morph magic.

    Hosted by Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) & Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics). Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

    Reptiles Unplugged, Thomi Gill, Inky Clouds Ball Pythons, ball python breeder, reptile genetics, morph breeding, snake breeder interview, Inky Clouds, ball python expert, snake breeding tips, reptile industry talk, RU episode, breeder insight
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 7 mins
  • RU Rewind: What We Learned from ShedTesting.com + Who’s Coming On Next?

    RU Rewind: What We Learned from ShedTesting.com + Who’s Coming On Next?
    Sep 4 2025

    In this RU Rewind, we take a fresh look at our chat with Charlie Williams from ShedTesting.com—covering what’s changed, what’s coming, and how genetic shed testing is shaping the reptile industry Plus… we reveal our next guest, and you’re not gonna want to miss who’s joining us next!

    🎙 Hosted by Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) & Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

    RU Rewind, Reptiles Unplugged, ShedTesting.com, Charlie Williams, genetic shed testing, reptile genetics, reptile podcast, ball python DNA, new morphs, reptile breeding, upcoming guests, small town xotics, beach bum xotics
    Show More Show Less
    59 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.