"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…
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Oscar, Kalle och Isak (i typ 5 minuter) sitter kvar när de egentligen borde lägga sig. De diskuterar sommarfilmerna "Skyscraper" & "Ant-Man and the Wasp".由Nonsens Podcast
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Josh sets Laurie up on a date with a mystery man live on air.How did they get on? Will they see each other again?Follow the show on:www.facebook.com/nonsensicalpodwww.twitter.com/nonsensicalpod由Nonsensical Podcast
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Josh has done no prep, so Laurie takes the lead from the off and this week's agony aunt question comes from Petrified of poo'ing Penny.Follow the show on:www.facebook.com/nonsensicalpodwww.twitter.com/nonsensicalpod由Nonsensical Podcast
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Laurie brings great questions to ask on a date. The team discuss where Josh is really from and Jon performs a future Hall of Fame jingleFollow the show on:www.facebook.com/nonsensicalpodwww.twitter.com/nonsensicalpod由Nonsensical Podcast
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