Around the Cracker Barrel with Guy Atchley – Featuring Cressi Brown, Certified Master Herpetologist (Aired 07/18/2025)

In this week’s episode of Around the Cracker Barrel, broadcast from the scenic campus of La Posada in Green Valley, host Guy Atchley welcomes a fascinating guest: Cressi Brown, Certified Master Herpetologist with the Southern Arizona Reptile Rescue & Education

Cressi brings her extensive knowledge of Southern Arizona’s reptilian and amphibious residents to the conversation, focusing especially on the creatures that emerge during the region’s dramatic monsoon season. From snakes to lizards, and especially the toxic toads that surface with the rains, Cressi offers important insight into the behavior and habitats of these critters—many of which are commonly found in local neighborhoods and backyards.

Whether you're a nature lover, a concerned resident, or simply curious about the creatures that call the Sonoran Desert home, this enlightening segment is packed with valuable information and local relevance.