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AskBRStv Live w/ Ryan and Randy, reefing talk about reefing gear and hobby questions.

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    • Jan 25, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 200 EPISODES

    4.8 from 89 ratings Listeners of AskBRStv Live Podcast that love the show mention: like, love, brs.


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    The AskBRStv Live Podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the world of reefing. As someone who was initially discouraged by the contradictory information found on forums, I was thrilled to discover this podcast. It cuts through the noise, providing clear and reliable information that I can trust. The hosts, Ryan and Randy from BRS, are extremely knowledgeable and their discussions are insightful and engaging.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is that it allows me to consume the content while on the go. Since most of the discussions involve no visual aids, it's perfect for listening during my commute or while running errands. The audio quality is excellent and the pacing of the conversations is just right – not too fast or slow. The hosts have a talent for explaining complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand, making it perfect for both beginners and more experienced reefers.

    While there aren't many negative aspects to this podcast, one thing that could be improved upon is the frequency of episodes. Currently, new episodes are released sporadically, which can be frustrating for eager listeners like myself who want a consistent stream of valuable content. However, this minor drawback is easily overlooked considering the high quality of each episode.

    In conclusion, The AskBRStv Live Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in reefing. It provides a wealth of useful information without overwhelming listeners with contradictory advice found on forums. The hosts' expertise and friendly conversational style make for an enjoyable listening experience. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone looking to learn more about reefing or seeking guidance for their own hobby endeavors.



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    Challenging RODI on Reef Tanks: What's Really in Tap Water & Optimizing Aquarium Filtration For It. | 52SE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 45:12


    Ryan is back with 52SE, and this episode is all about making the BEST possible water for your reef tank or saltwater aquarium. Is using tap water a viable option? How do we get the most out of our RO/DI units? If you want to see what's changed in our understanding of mixing saltwater, you've found the right place!. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/QQyogSRDv_k Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    We Want Answers to Phosphate & Nitrate in Reef Tanks. Can Our Approach to Nutrients End the Debate? | 52SE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 26:10


    This week, Ryan is diving deep into pollution in our reef tanks stemming from foods, nitrates, and phosphates. We're going on the record for what we think best levels should be and share our recommendations are for this hotly debated saltwater aquarium topic. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/Vbq7s7Lw2sE Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Elliot Lim Shares Why These 15 Saltwater Fish Are Expert Only… Or Not!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 42:33


    What does "Expert Only" REALLY mean?! Today, come and hang out with Ryan and Elliot Lim from Marine Collectors, as they go through Elliot's list of saltwater fish that are commonly listed as only for experts. Some of these awesome aquarium fish are, some of them are actually super easy, and you can learn more right here. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/sLIq7CeXluk Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

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    Biome Cycle Results, Grouper, Octopus, Clams, Wins and Missteps on 7 Reef Tanks. 52SE Update!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 23:13


    52SE is BACK, and Ryan is in to talk about seven 52SE tanks in the BRStv studio in this update! How did we cycle each tank? What went right and what went WRONG. Ryan is running through it all, and you find out more about these awesome reef tanks right here Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/zCwbZJAZNE8 Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Dreaming Of Going BIG? Than Shares His Wisdom on Large Reef Tanks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 32:32


    Than from Tidal Gardens is back in the BRStv studio to talk with Ryan about the pitfalls of going with a huge saltwater aquarium. We're covering initial set up cost, the cost of maintaining it, as well as maintenance issues and so much more! If you're thinking of taking the big aquarium plunge, this is for you! Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/AQb101MTRq4 Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Lou Ekus Answers His Top 10 Most Asked Reef Tank Questions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 98:20


    Lou Ekus of Tropic Marin is BACK in the BRStv studio! In today's video, Ryan and Lou are running through Lou's top 10 saltwater aquarium troubleshooting questions that he gets asked. We're covering it all from water changes to feeding you coral, so, you won't want to miss this one! Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/3_zRvFXEjRc Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

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    Than From Tidal Gardens Shares 7 Things Reefers Think Are True… But Aren't!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 41:09


    Than Thein of Tidal Gardens is back in the BRStv studio with Ryan! This time, they're tackling misconceptions the reef tank and saltwater aquarium hobby thinks are true...but really aren't. Today, we're covering everything from the pitfalls of dipping coral to the possibility of running a fish-less coral farm. Be in the 'know' and check it out here! Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/XdQjm0z9E0c Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Lou Ekus Shares His Knowledge on Carbon Dosing Our Reef Tanks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 52:36


    Get the skinny on how to properly carbon dose your saltwater aquarium! Today, come hang out with Ryan and Lou from Tropic Marin USA as they discuss carbon dosing, and how to do it right. We're covering it all from how it got a bad rap along with some things you definitely want to avoid. Be in the 'know' and check it out right here!. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/QZK6oruHUN4 Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    17 Questions For Success With Clams in Your Reef Tank! John Bui | Clam Mania

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 50:41


    How much do YOU know about clams in reef tanks? Come and join Ryan and John Bui of Clam Mania, as they dive deep into the selection and care of these unique marine animals. Put your clam knowledge to the test here! Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/3OmI1WNanjA Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Than Thien Shares How Tidal Gardens Experiments in Their Coral Greenhouse.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 24:33


    Let's get experimental! Than is back yet again in the BRStv studio, this time, to chat with Ryan about how Tidal Gardens experiments with a variety of reef tank topics in their coral grow out greenhouse. They covering all from water changes to filtration and so much more, so you don't want to miss out on this one! Check it out here! Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/d3_3tSxKTIY Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Down and Dirty Reef Keeping – All of The Gadgets Are Just Sales. Special Guest Josh Earel

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 105:40


    Should your reef tank be dependent on gear, or should we go back to the basics? The answer is found in your own goals, lifestyle, and style of tank. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/uaOzQj6xamU Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Characteristics of the BEST Reef Tanks with Joe Caparatta.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 9:06


    Don't skimp on the "WOW" factor! Today, Joe is back in the BRStv studio to discuss with Ryan what makes up the best aquariums Joe has ever seen. We're talking planning, having an end goal, what your "WOW" factor is, and so much more!. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/1qhAoV8WVpo Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Vic's Top WORST Coral Parasites & How to Deal With Them!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 49:33


    Keep those hitchhikers and coral pests OUT of your reef tank! Today, Victor from WWC is back in the BRStv studio to chat with Ryan about his top 10 coral parasites, AND how to deal with them! We're covering everything from the dreaded AEFW to asterina starfish, so you can be prepared if they pop up in your tank.. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/w-reVKIynKI Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Lessons from a Coral Farm That Make for a Better Home Reef Tank w/ Joe Caparatta.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 64:34


    Bring the farm home! In part three of Ryan's talks with Joe Caparatta (Unique Corals, Manhattan Aquariums), we're diving deep on coral farming and how it applies to keeping a reef tank at home Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/wVre1ne2t4Q Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    10 Things EVERY Reefer Understood About Calcium & Alkalinity w/ Lou Ekus

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 39:01


    Ryan is once again hosting Tropic Marin's Lou Ekus in the BRStv Studio! This go around, it's all about reef tank calcium and alkalinity and how we, as a hobby, can take things to a whole other level. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/kuiS6Tj3Ok0 Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Crafting the Ideal Reef Habitat: Aquascaping Secrets With Joe Caparatta.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 62:11


    Let's go BEYOND a stack of rocks and make a habitat! Join Ryan and special guest Joe Caparatta as they discuss the finer points of reef tank and saltwater aquarium aquascaping, and how the reefing hobby can better mimic natural reefs. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/Lj1PZvFGcZI Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Than Shares 8 Reef Tank Themes to Take You Beyond a Mixed Reef!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 56:27


    Today, Ryan sits down with Than Thien of Tidal Gardens to discuss how reef tank hobbyists can break out of the mixed reef mold. These 8 saltwater aquarium themes will change the way you approach the hobby! Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/b4HzJwBZmrM Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Lessons From a Wild Reef That Apply to Your Aquarium! 52SE | Special Guest Joe Caparatta

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 85:23


    Ryan invites special guest Joe Caparatta of Unique Corals and Manhattan Aquariums into the BRStv Studio! Today, they're diving deep, and discussing what we can learn from natural reefs, and how we can better apply it to our home reef tanks.. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/FxeNMzfglQk Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    The 10 Things You Need for a Successful Saltwater Aquarium With Victor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 95:40


    Victor from World Wide Corals is in the BRStv studio to chat with Ryan about saltwater aquarium and reef tank needs versus wants. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/0Ay69w434kYBulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Lou Ekus Shares His Reef Tank Knowledge! 10 Things EVERY Reefer Should Embrace.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 115:09


    Lou Ekus of Tropic Marin USA joins Ryan in the BRStv studio to talk about 10 realities that reef tank hobbyists need to embrace. Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/3VMoNFWNtRc Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRS Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Back From the Brink: Systems Engineering Approach to Coral Triage & Rehab | Nicole Bridges – MACNA 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 49:20


    From MACNA 2022, Nicole Bridges discusses her systems engineering background and applies it to the triage and rehab of our saltwater aquarium's coral.Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/rbfNC1AcwZs Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    The Importance of Plankton, Where to Get It & How to Grow It | Todd Gardner – MACNA 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 56:06


    From MACNA 2022, Todd Gardner is giving us hobbyists the basics of live foods in our aquariums. Not only the benefits of going with live over prepared foods, but also where to get it, how to grow it, and the overall importance of these live foods in the natural world.Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/CqWod-IvqVA Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

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    Spawning Scolymia, LPS and Potential for Sustainable Coral Production? | Jamie Craggs – MACNA 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 44:34


    From MACNA 2022, Dr. Jamie Craggs presents his talk on the spawning and rearing of Scolymia, as well as the the potential for rearing other LPS coral in our aquariums. Is there potential for sustainable coral production? You can find out right here!Watch on YouTube here ➡ https://youtu.be/P9jsNTyeGNk Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Knock Out Saltwater Fish Ich Using the Tank Transfer Method? Ep: 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 11:25


    Kick ich off your aquarium fish, no medication needed! In today's episode of Ryan & Elliot's saltwater fish health and quarantine series, we're talking about the tank transfer method, and how we can successfully use it at home to treat fish without the need for additional medications. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Lessons From NASA – Sustaining Fish and Coral Off The Reef

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 99:53


    What we've learned from the past 7 years of building successful reef tanks + lessons from NASA life support systems. Changing the way we think about saltwater aquarium life support and making everyone more successful reefers in the process! 52 Weeks of Reefing: Season 2 starts HERE! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uwFCJBtL9yQ Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Ich or Marine Velvet in Your Reef Tank? Easy Steps to Treat Saltwater Fish Disease! Ep: 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 15:33


    You spotted ich or marine velvet in your saltwater aquarium, but what can you DO about it? In today's episode of Ryan & Elliot's saltwater fish health/QT series, we're showing you how to do just THAT! With just a few changes made to our 80/20 quarantine method, your saltwater tank's fish will be happy, healthy, and strong in no time.Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    White Spots on Saltwater Fish… What Is It & When to ACT? Ep: 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 12:00


    White spots on your saltwater fish? DON'T PANIC! In today's episode, Ryan and Elliot are talking about how to identify the saltwater fish diseases that show up as white spots, along with how quickly you should act with the appropriate treatment. Don't forget the Copper Power, your QT aquarium and check it out here! Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

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    Identify & ELIMINATE Flukes With Phase 3 of 80/20 Saltwater Fish QT! Ep: 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 15:31


    Kick flukes off your saltwater fish for GOOD! Building off of the previous two episodes of the 80/20 quarantine method, today's video has Ryan and Elliot diving into phase 3: how to treat your saltwater aquarium fish for flukes. We're covering not just how to effectively treat them, but also how to identify WHEN a fish has flukes. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    80/20 Saltwater Fish Quarantine Phase 2… An Extra Step to Treat Brook & Uronema? Ep: 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 16:58


    It's time to take your saltwater fish quarantine skills to Phase 2! Continuing on from last week's Phase 1, where Ryan and Elliot introduced the 80/20 QT to treat for ich and marine velvet, Phase 2 involves one extra step to cover your new fish from brooklynella as well as uronema. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    How 15 Answers Changed the Way I Look at My Tank Forever! 10 Months of Biome Cycling 12 Aquariums.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 74:48


    Take a dive into the MICROSCOPIC! Today, we're kicking off Ryan's BRStv Investigates series on the Biome cycle, a new way of looking at the micro fauna that live in our aquariums! Is micro biome diversity more important than balance? Why does eliminating one pest immediately lead to another? Ryan is answering all these questions and more, and we will never look at our reef tanks the same way again! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pqTuQDzjlv4 Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Quarantine Steps to Knock Out Saltwater Fish Disease… THIS Is 80/20 QT! Ep: 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 18:50


    Let's talk ich and marine velvet management! In today's episode, Ryan and Elliot are talking about the best way to quarantine saltwater fish for ich and velvet, by eliminating 80% of the disease using 20% of the effort. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    DOUBLE the Lifespan of Your Saltwater Fish With Proper Disease & Parasite Management? Ep: 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 14:19


    Take your saltwater fish disease management to the next level! Today, Ryan and Elliot are continuing their series on saltwater fish health and quarantine and diving deep into the concept of disease management in our saltwater aquariums. This one is for all of us that don't or can't practice parasite eradication in our reef tanks. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Is the Eradication of Saltwater Fish Disease an Attainable Goal? Ep: 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 9:10


    We ALL would love to see disease and parasites for our saltwater fish eliminated from our tanks. The issue, however, is if this is a goal that can realistically be achieved! In today's episode, Ryan and Elliot are discussing how attainable the eradication of fish parasites and disease in our saltwater aquariums actually is, and if the everyday saltwater tank hobbyist can achieve it. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Saltwater Fish Quarantine Misconceptions… What You've Been Told Might Be WRONG. Ep: 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 16:45


    It's time to challenge QT misconceptions that are just WRONG! Today, join Ryan and Elliot as they continue their ongoing series about saltwater fish disease, parasites, and quarantine. They're covering everything from if this SEEMINGLY daunting task is REALLY that difficult to if you can really treat these infectious fish diseases in your display saltwater aquarium. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    18 Essentials Everybody Should Know About Saltwater Fish Health. Ep: 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 20:55


    Ryan & Elliot are BACK! In today's episode of their ongoing series covering saltwater fish health and quarantine, they're going over 18 essential topics that EVERYONE in the saltwater aquarium hobby should know about saltwater fish health and disease. Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylist Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    An Attainable Introduction to Keeping Saltwater Fish Healthier & Living Longer. EP: 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 15:42


    A healthy saltwater fish means SUCCESS! But, how do we as saltwater aquarium hobbyists actually get there? Today, Elliot Lim from Marine Collectors is joining Ryan to discuss just that, in a new series that will change the way we talk about saltwater fish disease, parasites, and how they can be managed.Full Playlist on YouTube: https://brs.li/FishHealthPlaylistBulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more!➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    BRS/WWC Hybrid 750XXL Review with Victor and Josh From World Wide Corals!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 87:31


    It's hard to believe it's been three years already! Today, Ryan and Randy have a candid conversation with Victor and Josh from World Wide Corals about the ups and downs of the BRS/WWC hybrid XXL750 SPS reef tank. Is there anything we would have done differently if we were setting this tank up today? Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Saltwater Aquarium Filtration: Manual Fleece Filter Rollers Are the Future.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 26:35


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 25: Going Beyond Filter Socks: The Theiling Rollermat. Filter socks are pretty much dead to Ryan & Randy. The future lies in filter rollers and how easy and effective they can be. Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist below! ➡ https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Carbon for Sure… GFO Sometimes… Carbon Dosing? Filter & Reactor Media for a Saltwater Tank.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 33:55


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 24: Carbon, GFO & Filter Media for a Clean, Stable Reef Tank. Talking carbon, GFO, carbon dosing, ozone, and HLLE. Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist below! ➡ https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    A Saltwater Aquarium Clean up Crew Is So Much More Than Snails and Crabs!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 22:13


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 23: Clean-up Crew, How Many Do I Need? It's time to rethink the reef tank clean up crew. Tangs, Blennies, Wrasses, snails, crabs, copepods, bacteria...they all help clean the tank and we need each of them. Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist below! ➡ https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    A Reef Tank Lighting Option That Emulates the Sky, Sun & Shimmer Is Elusive. Even Nature Has Hybrid.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 19:14


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 22: Reef Tank Lighting: What's on Our Tanks? The T5 LED Hybrid! Hybrid reef tank lighting doesn't necessarily mean T5s and LEDs. You can achieve the same with LED strips, multiple LED pucks, or LED pucks and strips. Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist below! ➡ https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Reef Tank LED Lighting Are the Solution, but We're Making Something So Easy… Hard.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 48:09


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 21: LED Reef Lighting: Tuning PAR, Spread, and Spectrum. Why are we making LED aquarium lighting so hard? Instead of designing a light that replicates the sky, sun, shimmer lines...we're making them for ourselves. Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist below! ➡ https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Metal Halides Are Awesome, but Already Dead for Nearly Every Application in Nearly Every Industry.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 16:09


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 20: Metal Halide Lighting and the Reef Tank: A Recipe for Success. A metal halide light will forever live in our hearts as one of the pioneers for creating stunning reef tanks for decades. The sad part is...they are dead. Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist below! ➡ https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    Reef Tanks and Future Legislation – How Do We Prevent the Next One?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 94:35


    We've all been following the proposed changes to the Lacey Act. Today Ryan & Randy discuss the potential ramifications of these potential changes and how the reefing hobby, from the bottom up, can help keep our saltwater aquarium passions alive and thriving. Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    T5 Lighting Is Ideal for Reef Tank Biology & Replicating the Sky… But It Is Not the Future.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 26:43


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 19: Compelling Data for Using T5 Lighting on Your Reef Tank. Yes, T5 lighting over our saltwater tanks works. It brought us to where we are today in the hobby, but unfortunately the writing is on the wall for T5 technology. 52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    There Is a Direct Connection Between the Sun and the Best Performing Reef Tank Lighting Sources.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 28:30


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 18: Aquarium Lighting: Replicating the Sun Over the World's Reefs. The sky, sun and shimmer lines are what matters most...replicating that in our tanks as best we can is a sure path to success. 52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    From 2 Fish to 20 Fish, Good Skimmers Grow With You. The Best Skimmers Boost Coral Growth +50%.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 51:38


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 17: Protein Skimmers - Selecting and Tuning the Best! A saltwater maintenance tool that adjusts to where you are in your tank's journey is good, but what if it were able to increase coral growth through pH as well? Win WIN!52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Find Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    The Best ATO's Embrace That Valves and Sensors Have a High Failure Rate in Saltwater Aquariums.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 36:17


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 16: ATO: Reducing Daily Maintenance, Safely! Auto Top Offs eliminate one of the biggest saltwater tank maintenance tasks. This is one area of reefing where on of the most expensive ATOs is the most popular.52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Find Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    11 Days of Reefing | Ep 15: Saltwater Fish Adapt to Most Environments, but They're Also Sensitive Creatures. Gradual Is the Key.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 32:43


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 15: Adding Saltwater Fish Intelligently and Safely. Did you know that leaving your fish in the bag after it's opened could mean DEATH? Or that "dump and pray" is actually okay, as long as parameters match?52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Find Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    11 Days of Reefing | Ep 14: Embrace That Parasites & Disease Are in Your Reef Tank. A UV Sterilizer Will Be Why It Won’t Matter.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 69:58


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 14: Are UV Sterilizers Worth the Time, Money and Effort? A UV sterilizer is the #1 tool for disease and parasite management. Those things are nearly guaranteed to be in your tank, it's what you do about it that matters.52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Find Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

    11 Days of Reefing | Ep 13: Ammonia in a Saltwater Aquarium Matters, Then It Doesn't…Except When It Does.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 17:07


    Following the 52 Weeks of Reefing - Episode 13: Ammonia, Not as Simple as You Think: The Ideal Tank Cycle. Ammonia is not just an afterthought of cycling your saltwater tank. Thinking about ammonia during and well after the cycle is the path to success!52 Weeks of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/52_Weeks_of_Reefing Follow the entire 11 Days of Reefing Playlist: https://brs.li/11_Days_of_Reefing Find Bulk Reef Supply on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and more! ➡ AskBRStv Facebook Group➡ Bulk Reef Supply Instagram➡ BRS on TikTok

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