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Tom's Big Spiders - Tarantulas and Inverts

by Tom Moran
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  • How to Move a Tarantula Collection

    June 7, 2026 · 48 min

    After a short, sweet article about a chance encounter with a tarantula, as well as some listener comments, we'll talk about my experience moving a large tarantula collection and some things to consider should you have to move yours.

  • The Most Important Quality for a Tarantula Keeper

    May 17, 2026 · 57 min

    First, we take some listener comments and discuss a science fair project involving tarantula venom. Then, I've been asked what the most important quality a good tarantula keeper needs. In this episode, I break it down.

  • Tangerine Dreams! Selenobrachys philippinus Care and Notes

    May 3, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

    First, we'll discuss an article about Poecilotheria metallica conservation efforts. Then, we'll hear from some listeners about the last episode. For our main topic, I will discuss care and observations on one of my favorite all-time…

  • The "Confounding" Caribena versicolor Care and Tips

    April 12, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

    First, we'll take some listener feedback and discuss an article about a 500-year-old fossil that rewrites chelicerate history. Then, they've been one of the most popular pet tarantulas for years, yet many still struggle with them. Why? In…

  • Some Harmful Practices, Myths, or Misconceptions in the Tarantula Hobby

    March 22, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

    First, I have an update on the Phormictopus that went to the vet. Then, I share some frustrations that I've had with correspondence lately before discussing a recent catastrophic molt with my Grammostola iheringi. Finally, we move on to…

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  • Tarantula History: Which Species Have Been in the Hobby the Longest?

    March 1, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

    First, we have an update for last week's episode where we discussed a tarantula going to a vet. Then...have you ever wondered which tarantula species were the first to be kept as pets in the hobby? In this episode, we'll break down when…

  • Theraphosa apophysis "Pinkfoot Goliath" Care

    February 15, 2026 · 56 min

    First, we'll read some listener comments. Then, we'll discuss an article about a veterinarian treating Kristen the tarantula. For our main topic this week, I will discuss the care for the amazing Theraphosa apophysis!

  • Death By Tarantula Bite! Fact or Myth?

    February 8, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

    Welcome to season 9! In this episode, we start by discussing some listener comments from last week's episode about T. vagans. Then... "Can a tarantula bite kill you?" Despite being told that one can't die from a tarantula bite, many…

  • The Infamous "Mexican Redrump" Tliltocatl vagans Care and Notes

    January 11, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min

    Happy New Year!  First, we'll discuss a listener question about whether or not tarantulas can "learn" to accept handling. Then, this species has been described as "aggressive", "nasty", and even "evil," which is laughable. In this episode…

  • Tarantula Hoarding - A Discussion

    December 21, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min

    First off, we'll take listener comments about last week's episode on feeding. Then, we discuss the article,  "Environmentalists Seek Protections for Malaysian Tarantula Targeted by Illegal Pet Trade" and how it applies to the tarantula…

  • Tarantula Feeding Revisited

    December 14, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

    First, we discuss an amazing genus of orbweaver that uses an incredible form of defensive mimicry.  Then, over the years, I've made a lot of changes to my feeding schedules and what I feed my spiders. In this episode, I'll break down how…

  • C. lividus "The Cobalt Blue Tarantula" Care

    November 30, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min

    First, we'll take some listener comments and talk a bit about shipping spiders in the winter. Then, I revisit care for the hobby staple (and the original blue tarantula!) Cyriopagopus lividus or the "Cobalt Blue Tarantula." Please check…

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About the show

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 still be learning years from now. A teacher by trade, I enjoy passing along what I’ve information and techniques I’ve discovered and helping others in their successful pursuit of this hobby. I enjoy hearing from folks, whether through comments on the blog or email. I have done and continue to do a lot of research, and I will only be discussing animals I personally keep, so the information I present should be current and accurate.