"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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A gaming/news podcast where two or three dorks shoot the breeze, livestreamed to TheSquash's channel on Twitch Saturdays at 7 PM! Have suggestions for topics? Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/Gw5Gb7W
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Episode 4 - Store Exclusives, Article 13, and Jim Jeffries Disappointing Me
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1:33:39In this episode Luke and I discuss the advent of digital storefront exclusive video games, Article 13 being passed, and Jim Jeffries misrepresenting guests on his show!
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Episode 3 - Halo News, Weird Science, and J.K. Rowling's Bad Habit
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1:51:33In this episode, Luke and I discuss some news in the gaming industry, a few interesting scientific stories, and J.K. Rowling's unnecessary retcon spree.
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Episode 2 - Halo, James Gunn, And New Zealand
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1:09:26In this week's episode of The Off Button Show, Luke and I talk about Halo's return to PC, James Gunn rehired, the tragedy in New Zealand, and more.
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Episode 1 - AI Voices And ScreenRant Insanity
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1:33:37Today Luke and I talk about a variety of topics ranging from the tamest "Florida Man" story of all time to an insane ScreenRant article about Avatar: The Last Airbender!
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