"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/…
We are one of the largest youth soccer associations in the United States, located in Florida, we have served our communities for over 34 years with more than 40 clubs and 100 teams.
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Welcome to the TOPSoccer Florida Podcast! Join your hosts Jenn Ditillio, Carlos Flores, and guests. US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities, organized by Youth Soccer Association volunteers. The program is designed to bring the opportun…
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Another exciting soccer podcast. We'll be talking about the Referees, amount of games we play, field culture, stats of soccer in the US and much more!Por United Soccer Association
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Who are we? What do we do? What can clubs, players, coaches, refs and parents expect from us? Check it out, listen and send us your questions or recommendations.Por United Soccer Association
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