This podcast is dedicated to helping an aquarists keep a successful saltwater and coral reef aquarium. We do it by talking to saltwater professionals and seeing how they do it.
Episodes
Feb 10, 2019
Feb 10, 2019
29 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at how the professionals handle coral die-off. As well, how to keep your saltwater reef tank pest free. For more reef keeping videos head on over to americanreef.com
Jan 22, 2019
Jan 22, 2019
13 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at another diving spot, Cayos Cochinos near Roatan Honduras. For more reef keeping videos head on over to americanreef.com
Jan 2, 2019
Jan 2, 2019
21 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we have part II of the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank buildout, moving from a smaller reef tank to the ultimate reef tank! Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com.
Dec 7, 2018
Dec 7, 2018
19 min
On this episode of Americanreef, the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank buildout, moving from a smaller reef tank to the ultimate reef tank! Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com.
Nov 16, 2018
Nov 16, 2018
34 min
On this episode of Americanreef, the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank buildout, now has water in it! Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com.
Oct 18, 2018
Oct 18, 2018
13 min
On this episode of Americanreef, the Mike Paletta 500 gallon aquarium has arrived and it is time to unload it. Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com
Sep 14, 2018
Sep 14, 2018
37 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we take a look at the Mike Paletta Sunlit tank, 12 months after the tank move. Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com
Aug 21, 2018
Aug 21, 2018
48 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shows us how he successfully plans to fit a large aquarium down a relatively small hallway - with 45 degree angles and a small room. Send all questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Jul 20, 2018
Jul 20, 2018
27 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike & SanJay discuss the trials and tribulations SanJay has had with his new Butterfly and Montipora saltwater aquarium. As always, send any questions to Americanreef@me.com
Jun 21, 2018
Jun 21, 2018
20 min
This week on AmericanReef, Kevin from Top Shelf Aquatics reviews the specifics of designing the largest retail nano fish and Invert system in central Florida and maybe the United States! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Jun 1, 2018
Jun 1, 2018
54 min
This week on AmericanReef, We review the lessons learned when my 110 Gallon Tang Tank busted at the seam! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Apr 13, 2018
Apr 13, 2018
17 min
This week on AmericanReef, We have a discussion with Mike Paletta about his new tank upgrade and why the 500 gallon tank is the perfect size for a reef tank ! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Mar 27, 2018
Mar 27, 2018
40 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, The Ritteri Anemone - Acclimating - Care and what Roger did when it went through a powerhead and fish were dying.
Feb 23, 2018
Feb 23, 2018
55 min
This week on AmericanReef, we get to check out the fluorescence of Sanjay's amazing 500 gallon reef tank ! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Feb 9, 2018
Feb 9, 2018
52 min
This week on AmericanReef, we continue our discussion with Tim on how his beautiful 400 gallon reef tank did this year - hint... really good! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Jan 18, 2018
Jan 18, 2018
45 min
This week on AmericanReef, Tim shares how his beautiful 400 gallon reef tank did this year - hint... really good! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Dec 9, 2017
Dec 9, 2017
32 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we take a peek behind the curtains at one of the premier online and retail fish and coral shops in the country, Top Shelf Aquatics located just a few short minutes from Walt Disney world, Universal Studios and downtown Orlando Florida. As always, send any questions to Americanreef@me.com
Nov 22, 2017
Nov 22, 2017
28 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we discuss the lessons learned from plumbing a nano reef tank into a larger, established 400 gallon reef system . As always, send any questions to americanreef@me.com
Oct 28, 2017
Oct 28, 2017
28 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike talks about the first 12 months of hell now that it's 15 months into the Elos SPS dominated tank. As always, send any questions to americanreef@me.com
Sep 19, 2017
Sep 19, 2017
17 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we review some basic details that will make configuring the Smart Controller 7000 a bit easier if you follow them before turning the unit on.
Aug 18, 2017
Aug 18, 2017
37 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at the Paletta sunlit soft coral tank 8 months after the tank up grade. As always, send any questions to americanreef@me.com
Jul 15, 2017
Jul 15, 2017
50 min
On this episode of AmericanReef - Mike and Sanjay discuss some specifics about the new coral reef aquarium Sanjay setup. Send all questions over to americanreef@me.com
Jun 16, 2017
Jun 16, 2017
11 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at another Caribbean diving spot, Saba Marine Park. For more reef keeping videos head on over to americanreef.com
May 27, 2017
May 27, 2017
33 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we a review somer tips and tricks to help save money keeping a saltwater aquarium - Please send any comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
May 5, 2017
May 5, 2017
1 hr 26 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we are starting a new series of videos where we are following a new sumpless coral reef tank build. This video covers the first four months of setting up that coral reef system. In it, Roger discusses his design as well as some "do's and dont's" that he has learned along the way. Please send any comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Apr 8, 2017
Apr 8, 2017
26 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we discuss how adding the sump to the planted tank did not go so well. Please send any comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Mar 24, 2017
Mar 24, 2017
19 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a closer look at the Tunze Stream 3! Please send any comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Mar 3, 2017
Mar 3, 2017
21 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Russ visits Mike Paletta again, this time we talk about his planted tank now that it's one year later! Please send any comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Feb 18, 2017
Feb 18, 2017
56 min
This week on AmericanReef, We have a 1 year later look at Tim's beautiful 400 gallon reef tank. In it, Tim discusses some of the RTN issues he has had as well as the addition and changes to his life support systems. As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com.
Jan 12, 2017
Jan 12, 2017
55 min
On this episode of AmericanReef - Mike and Sanjay discuss Sanjay's 500 gallon reef tank, the equipment and the changes that have taken place since 2009. Send all questions over to americanreef@me.com
Dec 9, 2016
Dec 9, 2016
1 hr 19 min
On this episode of AmericanReef - we discuss the fundamentals of great reef tank photography with professional photographer and reef hobbyist, Jeff Lloyd. Send all questions over to americanreef@me.com
Nov 23, 2016
Nov 23, 2016
27 min
On this episode of AmericanReef - we catch up with Mike Paletta while he is swapping out the 90 gallon sun-lit tank for a 120 gallon tank. Send all questions over to americanreef@me.com
Oct 29, 2016
Oct 29, 2016
39 min
On this episode of AmericanReef - Freshwater, Mike and Sanjay have a discussion on how SanJay can easily keep and maintains his planted tank with a minimal effort. Send all questions over to americanreef@me.com
Oct 8, 2016
Oct 8, 2016
16 min
This week we head back over to Mike Paletta's to checkout how successful he has been at managing choral growth in that sunlit tank by lowering the rock structure. As always, email any question to americanreef@me.com
Sep 23, 2016
Sep 23, 2016
22 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, the corals in that sunlit tank of Mike's are starting to reach the surface, in this video, we review his solution. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Sep 7, 2016
Sep 7, 2016
34 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, two years have passed and we are taking a look at the 110 gallon tang tank and demonstrating how to make frozen HPD cubes. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Aug 26, 2016
Aug 26, 2016
24 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we now have 10 weeks of progress on Mike's new 90 gallon reef tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Jul 17, 2016
Jul 17, 2016
22 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike Paletta is aquascaping the Elos reef tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Jul 2, 2016
Jul 2, 2016
11 min
On this episode of the AmericanReef, we have another video in the diving series. This dive takes place at the Turks and Caicos .Please send any questions over to americanreef@me.com.
May 31, 2016
May 31, 2016
25 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike Paletta is starting up a new tank. Can you tell by the covwer photo the manufacturer;) As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
May 1, 2016
May 1, 2016
36 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Roger Vitko from Tunze joins the show. One topic discussed, how strong acids used when cleaning our equipment can form hydrogen bonds on plastic and actually cause more harm than good. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Apr 2, 2016
Apr 2, 2016
23 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we had back on over to Mike Paletta's to give you an 18 month tank update and add some additional flow to his 300 gallon mixed reef aquarium. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Mar 18, 2016
Mar 18, 2016
31 min
In this video, we discuss one strategy of how to successfully keep a relatively large amount of tangs in a relatively small tank. We also do comparisons of the tank from approximately 4 years earlier and review what has changed.
Mar 4, 2016
Mar 4, 2016
24 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we had back on over to Mike Paletta's to see how he has corrected the latest set of problems with the 90 gallon Sunlit tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Jan 29, 2016
Jan 29, 2016
1 hr 10 min
This week on AmericanReef, Tim shares his 14 years of an amazing journey that he has had with his beautiful 400 gallon reef tank. As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Nov 27, 2015
Nov 27, 2015
28 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we had back on over to Mike Paletta's to see how the added flow has helped to keep his bare bottom tank clean. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Oct 30, 2015
Oct 30, 2015
16 min
This week on AmericanReef, we head back over to Mike Paletta's and discuss and demonstrate the benefits of adding a Tunze 5074 Calcium Dispenser to the sunlit tank. If you are using the Tunze Osmolator as your Kalkwasser ATO with the pump submerged directly into the limewater, you are most likely shortening the life of that pump. Using this dispenser will help eliminate that problem. As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Oct 16, 2015
Oct 16, 2015
11 min
On this episode of AmericanReef we visit Mike again to see how his new sunlit coral reef aquarium is doing. As always, email any questions or comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Sep 6, 2015
Sep 6, 2015
21 min
On this episode of AmericanReef we discuss the pitfalls of relying on technology alone - specifically the Neptune Apex. As always, email any questions or comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Aug 9, 2015
Aug 9, 2015
19 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at one of the nicest coral reefs on the planet. For more reef keeping videos head on over to americanreef.com