The Garg Side

In this episode, discover the insider secrets of successful reptile vendors with Will and Audra from Flawless Crested Geckos. They reveal how meticulous planning, strategic display setups, and personal branding transform ordinary booths into unforgettable customer experiences. Learn their proven tactics for efficient show prep, top-tier display marketing, and building long-term trust—lessons that can elevate your game regardless of your collection size or experience level. They share their approach to pricing, avoiding panic selling, and maintaining brand integrity with strategic sales and marketing during and after events. We get into the nuances of driving geckos long-distance, using airline collaborations, and managing transportation logistics—all crucial for those venturing beyond local shows.

In this episode, Bobby and Jon discuss the essentials of breeding geckos, focusing on crested and gargoyle geckos. They cover the preparation of geckos, the setup of enclosures, and the pairing process, emphasizing the importance of age, weight, and environmental factors. The conversation also touches on managing aggression and ensuring the health of the geckos during breeding. In this conversation, Jon and Bobby discuss various aspects of gecko breeding, focusing on egg laying patterns, prolapse prevention, breeding strategies, incubation techniques, and egg care. They emphasize the importance of understanding individual gecko behaviors and the environmental factors that influence successful breeding and hatching. The discussion provides practical insights for both novice and experienced breeders, highlighting the nuances of reptile husbandry.

In this episode, Bobby and Jon discuss rough first impressions of the new live auctions feature in the MorphMarket platform and compare it to the established live auctions on Palm Street. They explore the pros and cons of each platform, including cost structures, user experiences, and the potential impact on the reptile community. The conversation highlights the excitement and challenges of adapting to new auction formats while emphasizing the importance of maintaining fair pricing and quality in the reptile market.

In this episode, Jon and Bobby talk about their predictions for 2026. Which morphs do we think will be hot, which will fall from grace, and will Jon get into gargoyle geckos? Join us for this one and let us know if you have other predictions we missed.

Is the gecko market crashing? Should you sell everything and pack up? Join Bobby and Jon in this episode of "The Gecko Guys" as they dive into the current state of the gecko market. Whether you're a gecko enthusiast or just curious about the reptile world, this episode is packed with fun insights and engaging stories.

From Thanksgiving until Christmas, please vote for me (Gecko Cove) to win the new breeder competition, The 15 Minutes of Lame! You can vote daily and have everyone you know go vote. Time for a gecko person to win this competition. Thank you all for your support. I don't take my listeners and fans for granted. Vote Here: https://www.thefatmannation.com/15minutes

A new crested gecko morph has popped up here in the USA. In this episode, we talk to Nikki from Dixie Reptiles about her new exciting morph project. We also dive into her other amazing projects, including her super dalmations. You don't want to miss this one.

In this episode, I sit down with one of the world's most experienced gargoyle gecko breeders. Paul Morlock has been working with gargoyles for decades and has the most in-depth knowledge of the species I've ever seen. Buckle up for a master class in gargoyle gecko husbandry, psychology, and history. This is one you don't want to miss. So if that sounds interesting to you, then you are in the right place. Welcome to The Gecko Cove Connection!

Relaunching my interview with Harry from Zeros Geckos in audio format.

Learn how AJ from AJD Reptiles builds his projects!