"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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2 past 2 curious | History podcast | Biswa Kalyan Rath and Kumar Varun
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History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it. Made Possible by: Prerna Obhan
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2 Past 2 Curious Ep 6 Harappan Civilisation | Biswa Kalyan Rath And Kumar Varun
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42:16History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it.Biswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun által
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2 Past 2 Curious Ep 5 Bronze Age | Biswa Kalyan Rath And Kumar Varun
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39:47History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it.Biswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun által
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2 Past 2 Curious Ep 4 Agricultural Societies | Biswa Kalyan Rath And Kumar Varun
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44:26History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it.Biswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun által
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2 Past 2 Curious Ep 3 Early Humans | Biswa Kalyan Rath And Kumar Varun
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57:52History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it.Biswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun által
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2 Past 2 Curious Ep 2 Earth Before Humans | Biswa Kalyan Rath and Kumar Varun
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32:44Second Episode of 2 past 2 curious about Earth before humans. Intro by the creative shop Therapy Tape. Find it on IG @thrpytp. Baaki sab thik chal raha haiBiswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun által
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2 past 2 curious Ep 1 Epidemics | Biswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun
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37:05History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it. Made Possible by: Prerna ObhanBiswa Kalyan Rath & Kumar Varun által
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