Episode 143: Perseverance Through Tragedy w/SSD Retics

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The Retic Lounge

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Welcome to The Retic Lounge! The Retic Lounge is a podcast that aims to bring the reticulated python community together and provide a supportive community for new keepers and aspiring breeders. Our episodes will bring our listeners in depth information on husbandry, breeding, discussions on locality retics and their sizes, as well as fun interviews with new and established keepers and breeders. We will also host live Q&A episodes brought to us by our awesome Patreon Members. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lucas-bagnara2/support

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Episode 143: Perseverance Through Tragedy w/SSD Retics

The Retic Lounge

1 hour 36 minutes

1 month ago

Episode 143: Perseverance Through Tragedy w/SSD Retics

The Retic Lounge #143 – Perseverance Through Tragedy w/ Sam of SSD Retics

In this heartfelt episode of The Retic Lounge, Nathan and Lucas sit down with Sam of SSD Retics to talk about his journey with Reticulated Pythons and reptiles, from the early days of keeping to where he is today. Sam shares the devastating story of a tragic fire that wiped out his collection and how he’s been able to persevere, rebuild, and continue his passion for these incredible snakes.

The conversation also highlights the work Sam is putting into his YouTube channel, *SSD Retics and Reptiles*, where he offers a raw, real-life perspective on keeping and working with Reticulated Pythons. You can check out his channel here: [SSD Retics and Reptiles on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@ssdreticsandreptiles).

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