A podcast devoted to the proper care and upkeep of tarantulas and other inverts. After keeping a G. porteri for over 16 years, I decided that I wanted to add another tarantula to my collection. Several years later, I now keep over 100 specimens and 90+ different species. It’s safe to say that I am now completely addicted to the hobby. I’m NOT an expert, and I’m currently still learning about keeping these fascinating creatures. In fact, there are so many species, that I suspect that I’ll sti ...
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The HeadStuff Podcast Network's Tom Moran chats to a special guest using the medium of random questions as chosen by bingo balls. It's a fun and insightful glance into the lives of Tom's very interesting guests.
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Welcome to the ultimate gaming breakdown with Tom Hammond and Neil Edwards! Tune in every week as we deconstruct today's top games and reveal the secrets behind their success.
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The Mexican Soccer Show is a weekly podcast show about fútbol south of the border. Hosted by Wiso Vazquez (@WisoVazquez), Tom Marshall (@mexicoworldcup), Nayib Morán (@NayibMoran), Cesar Hernandez (@cesarhfutbol), and Jason Marquitz (@soccermexicana). If questions, please e-mail at themexicansoccershow@gmail.com
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Join Roy Moran as he interviews DMM practitioners from all over the world about how the disciple-making movement can become a staple in the movement towards every man, woman, and child in North America hearing the redeeming story of Jesus. https://newgenerations.uswww.disciplemakingmovements.com
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News and Issues For Today's First Responders. We provide some of the top mentors, leaders and members of the Fire Service from the U.S. and Canada.
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A live comedy talk show. The Gareth Stack Show Live is an occasional programme featuring writers, musicians and artists, interviewed, indulged, and provoked by Irish writer and comedian Gareth Stack. Guests have included David Turpin, Mongoose, Donal Foreman, Bobby Ahern (No Monster Club), Tom Rowley, Myles Manley, Andrew Philip Smith, Patrick O’Flaherty, Graham Tugwell, Caoimhe Lavelle, Jonah King, James Moran, Darragh McCausland, Siam Collective and Gordon Rochford.
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News, reviews and debate from the world of film every week. Presented by Patrick Wilson, with Luke Stevenson and Popcorn Muncher editor Tom Beasley.
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Translator City Radio is a podcast for translators. We talk about all things related to translation and working from home, from tools & technology to coffee & tea!
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Grapefruit & Cheese, The Drinks Podcast. The show sees hosts Jamie Moran (Grapefruit) and Dave Ali (Cheese) take a sideways look at the drinks trade in the UK and abroad. From the big questions hanging over the industry to the interesting characters propping up both sides of the bar, we tackle it all. See the visuals on Instagram @grapefruitcheese
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For most of us, our relationships with our brothers and sisters are the longest lasting of our lives, sometimes spanning 80 or 90 years. Sibling relationships come before friendships or romances, and usually outlive any links with our parents. On Relatively, Catherine Carr will bring siblings together to talk about the connections they have with each other as adults, as well as what it was like growing up. But she'll also talk to them separately, to get a private take on the relationship. Ex ...
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Are you a fan of all things Film, Music, Horror, Sci-Fi, Theater, and the Arts, then you are going to want to swim down to the deepest depths of the sea and join Sam Fisch in the Fisch Bowl; where all your favorite aspects of the entertainment industry are covered.
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Artbeat is a weekly arts magazine programme on 103.2 Dublin City FM. Presented by Des FitzGerald, Suzanne Parker and Adrian Colwell, it’s a regular snapshot at all things arts in Dublin and occasionally further afield. Artbeat covers galleries, outdoor events, literature, music, theatre, films and more. Wednesdays, 8-8:30pm Dublin City Anna Livia FM Docklands Innovation Park 128-130 East Wall Road Dublin 3
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The UK’s favourite fitness coach is back with series two of his podcast. Joe will be speaking to inspirational friends and some of his favourite people to ask them what's the secret to keeping themselves feeling mentally and physically strong in the face of life’s little challenges. It might be going for a new personal best on the running machine, or cosying up with a good book; every guest will share something that works for them in the hope it might inspire you to try something new. This i ...
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storymark® invites you to a refreshing spin on the leadership podcast. These interviews are dynamic, story-driven conversations about pivotal moments that propelled each guest towards success. You’ll hear revealing truths and unexpected insights from creative visionaries, pioneering innovators, and global leaders. Each guest is leaving a unique mark in their industry and the world — and all are anchored by a connection to Israel. In his role as itrek CEO, storymark host Gil Galanos has spent ...
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Welcome to the "Speaking of Wealth" podcast showcasing profit strategies for speakers, publishers, authors, consultants, and info-marketers. Learn valuable skills to make your business more successful, more passive, more automated, and more scalable. Your host, Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and experts including; Dan Poynter (The Self-Publishing Manual), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door), Dan Millman (Way of the Peaceful Warrior) ...
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Episode 240: Episode 9-3 – Capt. Aaron “ZAM” Zamzow – FF Health & Wellness
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It is no secret that being a firefighter, career, volunteer, WUI, Paid-on-Call, etc., can take a physical and emotional toll on us. Often a rookie/probie takes a “lot of heat,” and that is before his/her have even rolled out of the station. Now, add everything else we must do outside the fire service, and we might be shouldering physical issues lik…
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Grammostola Pulchra "The Brazilian Black" Care...and Orbweaver Spider News
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First, we take a few listener comments. Then, in spider news, scientists think that Orbweaver spiders may have an interesting way of hunting fireflies. Finally, for the "meat" of the podcast, we discuss the care for one of the hobby's most beloved tarantulas, the Grammostola pulchra (AKA, the Black Lab of Tarantulas). (15:10)…
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Andrew Smith's Tarantula Documentaries and Why We Love Fossorial Tarantulas
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So, after mentioning Andrew Smith's AMAZING documentary Theraphosa & Ephebopus: Suriname's Giant Forest Floor Tarantulas, it became clear that many folks weren't familiar with Andrew and his incredible work. In this episode, I discuss why folks should be drooling over these DVDs and how we can help crowdfund the next video in the series. Then, we s…
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Episode 239: Episode 9-2 – Capt. (ret) Jeff Dill – Numbers Tell a Bad Story
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Jeff Dill was an active firefighter and officer with the Palatine Rural Fire Prevention District. But in 2010, he founded the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) which is an IRS-Certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Jeff travels the U.S. and Canada. Holding workshops to teach firefighters and EMS personnel about behavioral health awareness and s…
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When Burrowing Tarantulas Don't Resurface
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Although I've addressed this topic before, it's an important one. I've received quite a few messages over the past year from folks who are concerned over their tarantulas who have seemingly been burrowed for way too long and who have asked for advice for what to do. In this episode, I'll discuss the species I've had this issue with and explain what…
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Episode 238: Episode 9-1 – Chief (ret) Arjuna George
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Those of us who have served or those who continue to serve as a First Responder, as a firefighter, law enforcement and EMS know that beneath the “glory” feeling as we respond, it often comes with a darker side. And, whether we admit it or not, the horrors and trauma we see, we tend, we transport, etc. take an emotional toll on us, whether we wish t…
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Why Arboreal Tarantulas Shouldn't Be Overlooked
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And, we're back on Sundays! First, we discuss a new species of Aphonopelma recently described. Then, I take some listener feedback. And, for the main topic, we'll discuss some reasons why hobbyists shouldn't overlook arboreal tarantula species.By Tom Moran
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Tarantulas with Undeserved Bad Reputations (and Jorō Spider News!)
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First off, we'll discuss a new study on the "Jorō spider" that explains why it is doing so well in urban environments (and why it shouldn't be feared). Then, we'll discuss a comment I got about a tarantula park that perpetuates negative stereotypes about these animals. Then, for our main topic, I'll discuss 6 species or genera of tarantulas that ge…
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Phormictopus Genus Update with 16 "Species"
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Now that the last four Phormictopus species I acquired have put on some size and are showing some adult color, it's time to do an update on the 16 "species" that I keep. In this episode, I'll discuss age, colorations, and behaviors as I take you on a tour of my Phormictopus collection. For those interested, I'll also be posting up a video version o…
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Skeleton Tarantulas! Ephebopus Genus Review ft. 4 Species
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Well, it's been over two years since I got my Ephebopus slings, and it's finally time for a proper genus review! In this episode, I'll talk about the care and set up of E. murinus (The Skeleton Tarantula), E. uatuman (The Emerald Skeleton Tarantula), E. refescens (The Red Skeleton Tarantula), and E. cyanognathus (The Blue Fang…Skeleton Tarantula)!…
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First, we'll discuss some listener comments from last week's episode. Then, we've all been there. You're at work or having company over, and suddenly you find yourself giving an impromptu presentation about tarantulas to folks who may be terrified of them. Or, perhaps you're someone who is planning to present about spiders at a school or library. I…
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Not What I Expected - 7 Tarantula Species That Defied Expectation
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In this episode, I will talk about seven tarantula species that defied the expectations that I had for them after I did my research.By Tom Moran
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The "Spectrum" of Tarantula Terrestrial, Fossorial, and Arboreal Enclosure Setups
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Recently, I did a podcast about some of my terrestrial spiders that appreciated room to dig as adults. Since then, I've received questions about fossorial spiders that seem to want to live terrestrially, and even arboreal spiders that prefer to burrow a bit. Is this behavior cause for worry? In this episode, I'll break down why it is not and explai…
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Common Tarantula Keeper Mistakes Part 2
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I first covered this topic back in December of 2021. However, as the years have passed, I have encountered some new issues troubling hobbyists. In this episode, I'll break down ten of them.By Tom Moran
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Copa America Mini Pod No. 2 - How Bad is Edson’s Injury?
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Before leaving Houston, Cesar Hernandez breaks down his lasting impressions of Mexico's victory against Jamaica, Jimmy Lozano getting the job done and what's next without Edson Alvarez for the rest of the Copa America (probably)
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A few years ago, I started keeping several Heteropoda (Huntsman) species, and it was quite the learning curve in many ways. In this episode, I'll discuss the care, as well as tips, for raising huntsman spiders.By Tom Moran
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Copa America Mini Pod No. 1 - Cesar Arrives to Houston
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Ahead of Mexico's first Copa America match against Jamaica, Cesar Hernandez checks in from Houston to discuss where Mexico is at, how optimistic he is about their chances at the tournament and what to expect from Jamaica.
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When setting up a tarantula habitat, there are usually four main "ingredients": substrate, a hide, a water dish, and plants. However, when putting plants in an enclosure, is it better to use real or fake plants? In this episode, I break down the pros and cons of both types. For those interested in check out my story in the Horror Over the Handlebar…
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A Rainbow of Spiders 2 - Some of the Most Colorful Spiders I've Kept
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After doing a video featuring a rainbow of different spiders, I thought that it might be fun to do an "extended commentary" in which I cover even more species. My hope is that people might listen to this list and discover some colorful spiders they weren't initially aware of.By Tom Moran
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507: Unlocking Business Succession: The Power of ESOPs with Keith Butcher
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In an interview with Jason Hartman, Keith Butcher, founder of Butcher Joseph, discusses business succession and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). With many business owners approaching retirement, ESOPs offer a tax-efficient way to transition ownership to employees. This model enhances employee retention and loyalty, providing long-term retire…
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Terrestrial Tarantulas That Burrow (or Rethinking How We Keep Terrestrials)
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For years, tarantulas designated as "terrestrial" were given a couple inches of substrate and a hide for a setup. Now, although this isn't necessarily wrong, I've found that many of my so-called "terrestrial" species will continue to burrow right on through adulthood if given the substrate depth to do so. In this episode, I'll discuss how I'm chang…
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Club America's Quince + Start of Mexico's Summer of Soccer
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Cesar Hernandez & Lizzy Becherano are back to talk about Club America's back to back league title wins, what this means for the Liga MX PLUS Mexico's prep for the Copa America begins this week with matches against Bolivia, Uruguay and Brazil.
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Episode 237: Episode 8-19 – Capt. Ron Givens – “Bringing Humanity Back Into the Firehouse”
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So many podcasts about the fire service cover tactics, gear, tools and many more, focusing on what we do when we respond to a call. However, before you even catch your first response, there is one key aspect of what we do that is often “lost” on the excitement and adrenaline coursing through both new and well-established firefighters. What is that?…
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Tityus stigmurus or the "Brazilian Yellow Scorpion" Care
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In this episode, we break away from talking about spiders for a bit and instead discuss the care for T. stigmurus. This amazing little scorpion can produce asexually and can be kept communally. I started with only one specimen back in October of 2016, and have kept dozens since!By Tom Moran
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First, we discuss some listener feedback from last episode. Then, I've had a bunch of folks ask me to cover this over the years, and I honestly thought that I had already done so! In this episode, I go over a dozen species of spiders I keep that love blanketing their enclosures in webbing. Happy Mother's Day to all!…
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D. Pentaloris "The Tiger Rump" vs. H. formosus "The Pumpkin Patch"
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First off, we discuss last week's episode and some of the feedback I received (a HUGE thank you to all who took the time to comment!). Then, it's the battle of the orangey/black dwarfs as Davus pentaloris "The Tiger Rump" takes on Hapalopus formosus "The Pumpkin Patch"!By Tom Moran
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Episode 236: Episode 8-18 – Jack Sulivan – Responder Safety Institute
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Our guest, Jack Sullivan is the Director of Training for the Responder Safety Institute and has been with us several times over the years. On this occasion Jack addresses the tragically high number of “Struck by,” incidents, where a firefighter, law enforcement officer, ambulance team, recovery (tow) operator, Road Ranger and even innocent good-Sam…
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The Future of the Podcast and Signs Your Old Tarantula Is Dying
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If someone would have told me back in early 2018 that this podcast experiment would continue for over 300 episodes, I would have laughed. But here we are, in our seventh year, still churning out shows. That said, I always worry that the program will eventually jump the shark and overstay its welcome. To kick this one off, we’ll discuss the fine lin…
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Nahuel Shines Too Close to The Sun, CONCACAF Champions Cup + the Final Week of Liga MX
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Cesar Hernandez & Lizzy Becherano are back to talk about Nahuel's antics - how far is he allowed to go? CONCACAF Champions Cup and Liga MX's potential dominance plus what will happen in the final week of the Liga MX regular season action.
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The Best Tarantula Species for Folks Raising up Their First Slings
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As I've spent more time keeping tarantulas, I've realized that questions "what is a good beginner species?" and "what is a good species to raise as a first time sling? have two very different answers. Just because a species is easier to care for as an adult does not always make it an easy one to raise up. In this episode, I'll discuss the species I…
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The Importance of Establishing Routines with Growing Tarantula Collections
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How do you know when you’re getting too many tarantulas? How can you tell when you’re reaching what should be your limit? In this episode, we’ll discuss the importance of establishing routines and setting boundaries early on to avoid having your collection turn into a hoard.By Tom Moran
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Episode 235: Episode 8-17 -Inspector Bradley R. Davidson – “The Flames of Fire”
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If you have been or still are a firefighter and you have a few years (or more) under your belt, you have probably had a couple of “workers” that gave you a bit more than an east knockdown. Initially then, the title of Brad’s book is somewhat incomplete. For the full title of his new book is, “The Flames of Fire – Firefighting Amidst the Explosions!…
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Tarantula Max Lifespans - A Realistic Discussion
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I've encountered this scenario many times...an upset keeper emails me to ask what he did wrong because his adult female didn't make it to the supposed max life expectancy. In many cases, it sounds like the animal died of natural causes, but the thought that it should have lived longer can eat away at a concerned keeper. In this episode, we discuss …
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Mexico Loses to the USMNT (Again) - What Went Wrong? What's Next?
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Cesar Hernandez returns with Lizzy Becherano who shares some exciting news plus Mexico's disappointing 2-0 loss to the United States in another Nations League final, what Jimmy Lozano got wrong plus what lies ahead as Mexico gets ready for the Copa America.
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The Goliath Birdeaters - Theraphosa Genus Review
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In this episode, I talk about my experiences with the three Theraphosa species: Theraphosa stirmi (the Burgundy Goliath Birdeater), Theraphosa blondi (the Goliath Birdeater), and Theraphosa apophysis (Pinkfoot Goliath Birdeater).By Tom Moran
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Dos and Don'ts When Ordering Tarantulas Online
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To start this one off, I share some of the feedback I got from last week's episode and respond to a couple comments. Then, at 21:25, it's been five years to the day when I last covered some tips for ordering tarantulas online. In this episode, we will review the dos and don't as well as discuss some new issues that have presented themselves over th…
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W Gold Cup Success for Mexico, Men's Nations League Up Next + CONCACAF Champions Cup
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Cesar Hernandez and Lizzy Becherano return to talk about El Tri Femenil's impressive run during the inaugural W Gold Cup tournament, expectations for Mexico's Men's Team in the Nations League finals and reactions from the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
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The "Domestication" of Tarantulas - Why our Pets Are Not Quite Wild Animals
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A couple of years ago, I stumbled on an article about the "inadvertent domestication" of animals raised for the sole purpose of being released back into the wild. This is when, despite our best efforts, captive animals were becoming inadvertently domesticated by temporarily or even permanently adapting to a captive environment , which was making th…
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