"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/…
Award-winning comedy from Sowerby & Luff in London.
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What did bed bugs do before beds were invented? Plus, a fat cat falls off a balcony, an albino panda hides in the snow and Thesaurus Walrus lodges a complaint. Also, Georgina discovers a very scientific way to pour coffee and Brian wants to know how medieval hedgehogs picked up pieces of pineapple. https://traffic.libsyn.com/pepperstock/DELUXE_EP20…
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Brian & Georgina dress up as the Pet Shop Boys for this special bumper edition of their podcast. Among other things the show features Copenhagen’s most amazing chair, bees attacking a shoe shop, and a newsreader on a very small balcony. Plus, is blancmange really made of chicken? Also, a sink hole in the sofa, and what noise does a trumpet make if …
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How to swallow a planet. Plus, Norway erects a statue to a dead walrus, cows with cats on their backs, and dolphins learn how to play keyboards. Also, a naked bike ride in Philadelphia, and Georgina makes a sound like a baby crocodile. To listen to this podcast ad-free, go to patreon.com/studiosenseless and become a patron of Sowerby & Luff Deluxe.…
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Can a cat adjust a thermostat? Plus, cruelty-free holy oil and is it good for you to sniff someone else’s sweat? Also, Brian remembers a night in a treehouse, and Georgina wonders how tiny a tiny dog should be. https://traffic.libsyn.com/pepperstock/DELUXE_EP17.mp3 The post Sowerby and Luff Deluxe Ep17 appeared first on The Production Village.…
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The re-wiggling of rivers. Plus, a tortoise with a massive sex drive, a battery you can eat, and 3 humpback whales visit a health spa. Also, Luff has a problem with his Bluetooth, and the first appearance on the show of a brand new cast member called Factoid Android. https://traffic.libsyn.com/pepperstock/DELUXE_EP16.mp3 The post Sowerby and Luff D…
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The complicated politics of ant pollination. Plus, Puffin Arrival Day, Monty Don plants a hazelnut, an update on Murphy the bald eagle, and should you borrow someone else’s dog? Also, Country Village News from deepest Dorset and why Luff can’t find the lid of his coleslaw. https://traffic.libsyn.com/pepperstock/DELUXE_EP15.mp3 The post Sowerby and …
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