Welcome aboard the Story Ark! Captain Kenny Mears dives into the world of unconventional pets. We've talked about dogs, cats, and even chickens, but this episode introduces a different kind of companion: the snake! 🐍

Friend of the show L. Aloysia Adkins is back to share her extraordinary journey from being terrified of snakes as a child to embracing them as beloved pets and even emotional support animals. Kenny recounts his surprise when Aloysia arrived at the studio with Leopard, her ball python, draped around her neck!

Listen as Aloysia details the defining moments that overcame her childhood phobia, from an encounter with a rosy boa to owning a massive Burmese python named Miranda. You'll be captivated by the antics of Charlie, her hognose snake, who was the "clown of the snake world" and famous for dramatically playing dead (comp ...