"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/…
A podcast by @keonacarr, the musicians wife bringing you raves and faves, stories to shake your head at it and convos with really dope musicians wives. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicianswifepodcast/support
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Check out ep. 4 of MWP where Keona talks with Zohnette Sligh about the ins and outs of being married to a musician turned pastor. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicianswifepodcast/support
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Check out episode 3 of MWP where Keona talks with Christy Deaver a fellow musicians wife. To get in contact with Christy for her services Fb- Christy Hannah Deaver, IG- mrsdeaver1119, Email- dkm1089@gmail.com, 910 527 8034 click here to vote. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicianswifepodcast/support…
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Check out the second episode of MWP with @keonacarr where she talks with fellow musician's wife Courtnay Gray, a native Washingtonian, Former Capital Hill Employee, Gospel Recording Artist, Full Time Liberty University Student, Mom of 3 and Wife of 1 for 17 Years. To reach out to Courtnay email her at TZTDesignsmw@gmail.com and she also has a podca…
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Check out the very first episode of Musician's Wife Podcast! I'm discussing my favorite Fall shows as well a conversation with Armanda Hackney. To contact Armanda Hidden Beauty or Musical Needs 910.257.2874.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicianswifepodcast/support…
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The Musician's Wife Podcast covers all things pop culture and relevant to our lives through the lens of the musicians wife. There will be my faves and raves as well as dope conversations with fellow musicians wives.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicianswifepodcast/support…
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