In this heartfelt episode of Reptiles Unplugged, Shane Kelley and Adam Halbleib sit down with Chris Eaton of Fatman Nation and our very own Jay Kaps of Greenline Morphs to talk about their incredible charity initiative, Operation: Deeds Not Words. This project is all about giving back to veterans, first responders, and others in need within the reptile community. Hear how it started, the impact it’s made, and how YOU can get involved.

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

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In this RU Rewind episode, Shane Kelley and Adam Halbleib revisit our conversation with Kevin Baron of Mutant Reptiles. We dive into the key takeaways from that episode, look back on wild trends and events from 2025, and share what we’re excited for in 2026. Plus, we’ve got your favorite segments—Unpopular Opinions, Shane’s Shoutout of the Week, and all the usual current event shenanigans you’ve come to love.

Executive Producer: Jay Kaps, Greenline Morphs

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In this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we’re sitting down with Kevin Baron from Mutant Reptiles. Kevin shares his years of experience working with a variety of species and what it’s like to be a dedicated breeder and keeper in Florida. We talk about challenges, successes, legislation, and where he believes the reptile hobby is headed. If you love diversity in your collection or just want to hear from one of the real ones in the industry, this episode is for you.

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

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In this Reptiles Unplugged Rewind, Shane and Adam sit down to reflect on the recent episode with Jim from Ectothermic Dungeon. We break down some of the key takeaways, favorite moments, and insights from that conversation, while also zooming out to look at where the reptile hobby is headed in 2026. It’s been a wild ride through 2025, full of market shifts, morph spotlights, and community evolution. Now it’s time to close one chapter and get fired up for the next. Whether you’re a breeder, keeper, or just part of the tribe, don’t miss this laid-back recap of where we’ve been and what’s coming.

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

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On this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we’re joined by Jim of Ectothermic Dungeon. We get into what it takes to survive the ups and downs of the reptile market, how he’s staying relevant, and what projects still get him excited. If you’re in this hobby for the long haul, this one’s packed with wisdom and real talk.

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

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In this episode of Reptiles Unplugged, we sit down with Robert, the mastermind behind Husbandry.Pro, to unveil his latest project: Genetic Calculator! We talk about what it is, what inspired it, and how it’s going to help breeders around the world make better pairing decisions and visualize outcomes like never before.

Hosts: Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics) & Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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Reptiles Unplugged sits down with the one and only Chris Eaton of Fatman Nation to dive into the viral and controversial 15 Minutes Lame competition. We talk about what inspired the series, how it’s evolved, and why it struck such a nerve in the reptile community. Plus, Chris gives us unfiltered takes on social clout, accountability, and what it really takes to be respected in the hobby. You don’t want to miss this one.

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

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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What does it take to stay in the reptile hobby for decades? This week on Reptiles Unplugged, we sit down with Steve Casino of Steve’s Morphs to talk about building a legacy, the evolution of vending reptile shows, and how to stay relevant through market shifts, trends, and life’s curveballs. Whether you’re just starting out or already a lifer in the game, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and lessons from one of the real ones.

Hosts: Shane Kelley (Small Town Xotics), Adam Halbleib (Beach Bum Xotics)

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps (Greenline Morphs)

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