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EP257: The Most Interesting Pond Guy In the Room: Special Guest With John Magyar

⏱️ 47:57 🎤 Eric Triplett, John Magyar
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EP257: The Most Interesting Pond Guy In the Room: Special Guest With John Magyar
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  • 0:00
    Introduction & Guest Reveal
    Eric Triplett introduces the podcast and his guest, John Magyar, revealing his surprising past as 'the most interesting pond guy in the room'.
  • 0:47
    Zoo & Aquarium Background
    John Magyar discusses his extensive experience working at three public zoos and aquariums, including the San Antonio Zoo, Flint River Aquarium, and the Georgia Aquarium.
  • 9:15
    Whale Shark Highlights
    Magyar shares his incredible experiences working with whale sharks, including trips to Taiwan to ensure their health before transport to the Georgia Aquarium.
  • 49:44
    Aquarium to Pond Transition
    Magyar explains his journey from high-level aquarist work to building ponds, emphasizing his unique 'fish-first' approach to water feature design.
  • 58:55
    Rock & Gravel Debate
    Magyar shares his perspective on the rock and gravel debate in ponds, drawing parallels to natural habitats in public aquariums and Koi mud ponds.
  • 1:31:33
    Final Thoughts & Contact
    Magyar offers advice for those transitioning from aquariums to ponds and provides contact information for Universal Aquatics.

Speakers

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Eric Triplett
Host — The Pond Digger
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John Magyar
Universal Aquatics

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