236: The Reptile Industry Is About to Collapse — Trump’s Tariffs Explained
Josh Halter of The Bio Dude discusses all about the recent challenging situations that The Bio Dude has been facing in recent times: from how Covid affected the business, the new tariff situation, and more. He talks in depth about the business practices that he has set in place in order for The Bio Dude to remain a productive business for himself and the staff, as well as some changes he has made to ensure he is a good owner of the business. Josh also discusses future plans for The Bio Dude, including isopod consumables from ethically sourced fish. This episode is great for people who want to learn more about The Bio Dude’s message, goals, and the behind the scenes struggles of a small business.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/236-the-bio-dude/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:The Bio Dude Website: https://www.thebiodude.com/The Bio Dude Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiodudeThe Bio Dude YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebiodudejoshhalterTIME STAMPS:0:00 Introducing Josh Halter from The Bio Dude2:35 Coming Up: Zoo Med University3:05 Coming Up: The Bio Dude3:40 Welcome Josh Halter + Recent Trip to Costa Rica9:22 The Business Model of The Bio Dude14:58 Recent Challenging Situations for Josh + Growth Process29:27 Josh As The Owner of The Bio Dude31:36 Zoo Med University32:47 Working Through Corona Virus35:27 The New Tariff Situation51:01 The Bio Dude Substrates + Bug Grub52:02 More Changes Made Due To Extenuating Circumstances57:37 New Plans For The Bio Dude: Consumables, Drainage Layers + More1:11:11 The Bio Dude Storefront1:18:48 Closing Thoughts