Episodes

Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Join Matt, Bill, Heather, and Stephanie as they discuss…
-What’s New at TDI: Exciting new products and an exciting birth at our shop!
-The story about how scientists are trying to turn tarantula venom into a painkiller as a substitute for opioids!
-The myth that snakes kill their prey by asphyxiation!
-The Dark Knight Satellite conspiracy theory!
-and Matt, Bill, and Stephanie take a difficult Earth Day Quiz in celebration of the holiday!
Song Title & Artist: “Sunday” by Jack Thweatt

Thursday Apr 15, 2021
TDI Live Throwback: Episode 37—Fart Guns, Third Eyes, & Spying Devices!
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
In this week’s episode, join Matt, Bill, Heather, and Stephanie as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI: Quarantine craziness & New Products!
-The story of a Tree Frog and a Green Tree Python that live together
-The myth that many reptiles, amphibians, and some fish have a “third eye”!
-The conspiracy theory that the government spies on us through our electronic devices!
-and we all attempt a brand new batch of Tongue Twisters!
Song Title & Artist: “Be Somebody” by Icarus

Thursday Apr 08, 2021
Thursday Apr 08, 2021
Join Matt, Bill, Heather, and Stephanie on this week’s episode as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI? – Cool new products, an upcoming show, and our expanded fish section!
-The news story of someone attempting to smuggle almost 200 Galapagos Tortoise babies out of the Galapagos Islands
-The myth that snakes without rattles rattle their tails to imitate rattlesnakes!
-The mysteries and conspiracies about the Suez Canal Incident
-And we play a new game of “Spot the Real News Headline”!
Song Title & Artist: “Saviors” by Rex Banner

Thursday Apr 01, 2021
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
We'll be back next week with a brand new episode for you guys, but in the meantime, let's look back at some memorable TDI moments!
Join Matt, Bill, Heather, and Stephanie on this week’s episode as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI: Christmas Shopping Info & Christmas Eve hours!
-The news story of the viral video of a huge alligator stealing ducks from duck hunters!
-The myth that the average person swallows 8 spiders a year!
- The many mysteries of the Denver Airport!
-And we look back on some memorable TDI moments throughout the years!
Song Title & Artist: “Change the Mood” by Above Envy

Thursday Mar 25, 2021
TDI Live: Episode 80: An Emoji-Patterned Python & The Mystery of the Salton Sea!
Thursday Mar 25, 2021
Thursday Mar 25, 2021
Join Matt, Bill, Heather, & Stephanie on this week’s episode as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI: Attending the Global Pet Expo!
-The news story of a reptile breeder that produced a ball python with 3 emoji faces on its body!
-The debate on whether or not it is dangerous for a tortoise to be stuck upside-down!
-The mystery of Salton Lake in California
-And we all take part in a VERY challenging Spelling Bee!
Song Title & Artist: “Better than Life” by Oliver Dodge

Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
*some of this week's audio is is slightly distorted*
Join Matt, Bill, Heather, and Stephanie in this week's episode as they discuss...
-What's New in the World of TDI
-The news story of a family being woken up at 1am by a scaly intruder in their home!
-The myth that St. Patrick banished all the snakes out of Ireland!
-The mystery of the Dead Sea Scrolls!
-And we all play a St. Patrick's day edition of Would You Rather?
Song Title & Artist: “Do It For You” by Guesthouse

Thursday Mar 11, 2021
TDI Live: Episode 78 – Trafficked Tortoises, Backyard Snakes, & Shadow People!
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
Join Matt, Bill, Stephanie, and Heather in this week’s episode as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI – Cool new products and cool new incoming plants!
-The news story of a former zookeeper being arrested for stealing endangered tortoises from the zoo and selling them!
-The debate on whether or not you should try to get rid of wild snakes in your yard!
- The mystery of the “Shadow People”
-And we all play a fun game of “Never Have I Ever”
Song Title & Artist “Change the Mood” by Above Envy

Thursday Mar 04, 2021
TDI Live: Episode 77 – New Additions, Reptile Kits, and the Dyatlov Pass Incident!
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Join, Matt, Bill, Heather, Stephanie, and special guest Chelsea in this week’s episode as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI – 2 new additions to our team!
-The news story about snakes that eat the organs out of frogs while they’re still alive!
-The debate on whether reptile kits are a good way to get everything you need for your pet reptile!
-The mystery of the Dyatlov Pass Incident
-and we play a fun game of “Fact or Fiction”
Song Title & Artist: “Superman Soul” by Rex Banner

Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Join Matt, Bill, Heather, & Stephanie as they discuss…
-What’s New in the World of TDI: Upcoming shows and the motel from hell!
-The news story of Florida’s possible upcoming ban on several popular reptile species!
-The myth that pet store reptile enclosures are a good example of how to keep your pet reptile!
-Our conspiracy theories on the solar panels in space!
-And we all play a fun Throwback Quiz!
Song Title & Artist: “Best Laid Plans” by Castlefield

Thursday Feb 18, 2021
TDI Live Throwback -- Episode 25: Falling Iguanas, Lizard Butts, & Giants!
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
On today’s episode, we join Matt, Bill, Heather, & Stephanie as they discuss…
-What’s New at TDI: New Frog Food & the upcoming Show Me Snakes Reptile Show!
-Iguanas falling out of trees in Florida due to cold temperatures!
-The myth/debate that bearded dragons can get hydrated through their vent!
-Bill’s theories on the existence of giants!
-And Matt gets VERY riled up in a game of “What If”!
Song Title & Artist: “Sing!” by Coyote Choir