Adam is joined by Dr. Christoph Denk who runs Oceamo Labs, based out of Austria. Oceamo provides the most comprehensive ICP (MS) and laboratory testing for your tank water. Oceamo is the suggested testing method for Reef Moonshiners users. They go over Adam’s recent ICP, looking in depth at each element, the dangers if elevated or depleted, toxicity levels and biological significance. They also discuss the various element inputs and sinks associated with our reef aquariums (watch out for...

Adam and Chris Meckley (ACI Aquaculture) create a ‘coral care guide’ for many of the common species we keep in our reef aquariums. Correct naming/classification, characteristics, lighting/par, flow/placement, special parameters, feeding/nutrients, fragging tips and ultimately, a difficulty level from 1-10. This is the first of a multi-part series, so stay tuned for more! ACI Aquaculture...

Adam invites back guest Allan Vo (CRT Reefs), to dig deeper into his new adaptation of the reef feeding method known as ‘the concoction’. They discuss Alan’s reasoning behind it and new adaptations he has applied to it, as well as deriving inspiration from a recent trip he made to Vietnam. They discuss tips for troubleshooting coral issues and developing your reefing intuition or ‘sixth sense’. From a young age, Allan was raised in a home with reef tanks around and has been learning and...

Kenny Lin, owner of New York based Pieces Of The Ocean, breaks down his philosophy and simple reefkeeping practices. His humble and open minded approach to the hobby keeps him striving for the best coral colour and growth. He is a passionate reef keeper and successful business owner with 15+ years experience. Check out the POTO website for some of the best corals in the game! Parameters Alkalinity: 7.0-7.8 dKHCalcium: 425-440 (rarely test)Phosphate: 0.05-0.12Nitrate: 0.10-0.30 (rarely...

Jamie gives us a detailed breakdown of the work done at the Coral Spawning Lab and from his home, successfully and predictably rearing corals of many different species and genus. Jamie and Adam discuss the many trials and tribulations of his decades long research. We learn about settlement challenges, the reality of ‘spliced corals’, solutions for the future health of our coral reefs and much more! Jamie holds the position of Aquarium Curator and Living Collections Manager at the Horniman...

An in-depth discussion, Claude and Adam dive into bacteria and the coral microbiome, the importance and ways to maintain trace element levels, the difference in major element sources, balancing nutrient levels, and much more. Claude Schuhmacher is founder/CEO of Fauna Marin, FM ICP Lab and the FM coral farm, based out of...

Adam and Mike discuss the ups and downs associated with the psychology of the hobby and why making friends and connections is so important. They cover some of Mike’s newest tips and discoveries. Mike Paletta has written hundreds of articles for online and print publications. He also received the MASNA award in 2022, one of the highest honours for contributors to the reef hobby. Make sure to check out his articles at the links...

Lou and Adam discuss the bioavailability of nutrients to our corals, different carbon sources and their affect on bacteria, different methods of supplying major elements and much more! Lou is the CEO of Tropic Marin USA, as well as the Vice President of MASNA (Marine Aquarium Society of North...

Adam and John discuss his vast experience, running a maintenance company for 25 years and all of the knowledge he's gained over the years. Reefworks is based out of Austin Texas and is prolific of the US coral show circuit. Reefworks Links: https://www.reefworkscorals.com/ https://www.facebook.com/reefworkscorals/ https://www.instagram.com/reefworks_corals/ Frag Garage...

Adam and coral wizard Anand Kaimal discuss his use of the Reef Moonshiners method, the importance of certain trace elements, feeding corals and much more! Collectors Corals is based out of Oak Brook, IL, USA. Check out his wares at the links below: https://www.facebook.com/CollectorsCorals https://collectorscorals.com/ https://www.instagram.com/collectorscorals/ N-DOC Test...

Eric and Adam discuss where our corals come from and what may be on the horizon for finding amazing corals we’ve never seen before in the hobby. What else is out there that we can’t even imagine?! Eric Caamano is the founder of Route 66 Marine, a coral wholesaler based out of Los Angeles, CA. Eric has been culturing and bringing amazing corals into the hobby since 2003. If you’re a retailer or just curious, be sure to check out Route 66 marine at the links...

Shane and Adam discuss, the various methods SBB Corals use in their systems, along with the importance of RODI maintenance and the role it plays in our tanks. They also dig deep into the care and adapting acropora speciosa to aquarium conditions. SBB Corals is based out Jersey City, NJ and has been selling some of the best high end corals in the USA since 2014. Be sure to check out the website and resources at the links...

Allan discloses to Adam his secret weapon, a mixture of particulate foods and bacteria, which makes the components extra bio-available to corals. From a young age, Allan was raised in a home with reef tanks around and has been learning and obsessing over corals and fish since he was a kid. Allan works hand and hand on tanks with his father, Hung Vo. Be sure to check out their ongoing thread on Reef2Reef to keep up with their progress and methodology. Lots of colourful tips in this...

Ryan and Adam discuss some potential in-tank methods for treating AEFW’s, his use and success with the Moonshiners method and all about Ryan’s current system and the products he employs. Based out of Cicero IL, Ryan is currently in his last year of residency, on his way to becoming an MD. In his spare time, he hot rods the S!@# out of his 600ish gallon (combined) system. Be sure to check out his website and social media links...

BSA owner Ben Aronowitz talks about some of the craziest corals he’s acquired over the years and the trials and tribulations that entails. He reveals the the most expensive coral he ever sold (a rainbow acanthophyllia), which now resides in Andrew Sandler’s (Polo Reef) collection. Adam pries at Ben’s methods and use of various foods, products and equipment. BSA Corals resides in Scottsdale AZ. Be sure to check out his instagram for some serious eye...

The Adams duke it out! A very heated (not really! haha) discussion with Adam Derickson from Battle Corals, about pushing the limits of parameters (high and low ph, elevated salinity, trace elements, water flow etc), different lighting options, acquiring new corals and much more. Battle Corals has been in the game for 10+ years, selling amazing SPS corals, based out of WI, USA. Adam is a supporting member and author of many articles on Reef2Reef. Check him out at the links...

Adam and Ty discuss the past, present and future of reefkeeping, as well as coral spawning, acquiring corals from different regions of the world and the challenges involved. Ty's explains his use of calcium reactors, among other methods and techniques for growing amazing...