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"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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Episode 41: That's a Wrap 28:11

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Stan culture has spilled over from social media to real people like Pete Davidson who are dealing with real consequences of "fans" going too hard for their idols. How did we get here and which celebs are handling their stans the best? We explore a whole range of emotions talking about the return of low-rise jeans (omg plz no) and Forbes naming Jacksonville's five best restaurants (mmm yes honey). And don't miss the big, huge, gargantuan announcement about BFB.…

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Episode 40 with Jamie Rich 46:09

6 years ago46:09

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Don't panic! Jamie Rich, founder and publisher of Flamingo Magazine, has a solid Northeast Florida holiday gift guide to impress the people on your list. The foodie, the free spirit and the outdoorsy type will love her finds. Jamie also fills us in on the new restaurants popping up around NE Florida. We've got more options from healthy organic fare to no-parts-wasted butcher shop. And how do you feel about peanut butter and jelly wings? Listen to find out where you can try those!…

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Episode 39 with Carrie Wilson 33:09

6 years ago33:09

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We stan a socially conscious brand. Carrie Wilson is a super talented Jacksonville makeup artist with her own line and she recently launched the new I AM campaign. It's meant to remind a woman that she is a damn queen who should be empowered by what makes her unique. Carrie also has really helpful makeup advice before you go wading through Sephora, totally intimidated and clueless. Plus, I had to know Carrie thoughts on the rise of beauty YouTubers. Turns out, you might be watching the wrong tutorials!…

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Episode 38 with Chloie Kensington 1:10:48

6 years ago1:10:48

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President Trump might want to legally define gender to just male and female. But where would that leave the transgender community? I invited Jacksonville activist Chloie Kensington to give her perspective as a transgender woman of color. We also discussed her outreach work through her startup organization, the Stiletto Sister Society What I didn't expect was Chloie giving an exclusive account of her recent arrest and the disappointing interaction she had with the Jacksonville Sheriff Office.…

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Episode 37 with Mel Scillieri + The Sockateur 1:06:54

6 years ago1:06:54

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What happens when Kanye West and Kid Rock hang out at the White House? Um, we're still trying to figure that out. His 20 minute rant was full of verbal hieroglyphics that we try to decipher. And good news! Amy Winehouse is going on tour! But she's still dead... I finally sit down with Jacksonville fashion influencer Jordan Mixson aka The Sockateur to talk about building a social media empire from Nordstrom Rack socks. His artistic background (hi he's a professional violinist!) plays a huge part in how he shoots the most under appreciated piece of fashion. The photos are so good that he was featured on THE Instagram page! Jordan gets honest about the work behind the brand and announces his very first sock collaboration with Man Rags.…

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Episode 36 with Yanira Cardona + Grace Freedman 47:38

7 years ago47:38

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I'M BACK, Y'ALL. Adulting at the radio station meant taking a short hiatus from the podcast but now I'm ready to jump back into your ears with good conversation and my breathy horse laugh. I know you missed it. My guest co-host is Yanira Cardona, owner of YaYa Productions. She's always looking for ways to serve Jacksonville's Hispanic community. You can catch her supporting local Latino-owned businesses and throwing free concerts (my personal favorite). We talk about being Hispanic in the entertainment industry and discovering how low key racist our culture can be. Get ready cause we went off on an interesting tangent. Plus, meet the 17-year-old Ponte Vedra High School student who is woke beyond her years. Grace Freedman spends her weekends tutoring refugee children through her nonprofit, Jax Thrive. *happy sobs*…

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Episode 35 with Badr Milligan 52:07

7 years ago52:07

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Hopping on the second mic with me this week is Badr Milligan -- host of Jacksonville's fire The Short Box Podcast. He's the new nerd's guide to comic books and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (the fancy term for Marvel movies). We hash out our feelings about "Avengers: Infinity War" because we're still not over it. He also fills us in on the GAAM event where veteran nerds and baby cosplayers can party together. Plus, Donna Orender of Generation W is back to talk about her new book! "WOWsdom! The Girls Guide to the Positive and Possible" is not your basic af self-help book. It inspires with the dreams and wisdom from women of ALL ages.…

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Episode 34 with Anna Claire Hodge 44:55

7 years ago44:55

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I'm back! And I brought a friend! First on my lineup of guest co-hosts is writer, Jacksonville blogger and Katherine Heigl lookalike -- Anna Claire Hodge. This sweet soul explains how she works hip hop into her writing along and has an interesting insight on homophobia within hip hop. Our favorite celebs have drastically different social media styles. Cardi B and Kylie Jenner hid their pregnancies (and a wedding!) while Ariana Grande wants EVERYONE to know she's crazy in love with Pete Davidson. We talk about how likely it is that people will go back to not sharing everything on Facebook and IG. To put a sad cap on Pride Month, we talk about the attacks on four transgender women of color in Jacksonville. The Trans Lives Matter rally taught me so much that I had to share with you.…

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Episode 33 with Lindsey Tague & Jay Owen of Social Media Day Jax 24:02

7 years ago24:02

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Happy Pride, y'all! We wanted to kick off Pride month by re-sharing our past conversations with awesome people from Jacksonville's LGBTQ community. We'll never forget how much we laughed with Bebe Deluxe or how honest Professor Katie Monnin was about becoming an advocate for the queer community. We also sat down with Lindsey Tague and Jay Owen about Social Media Day Jax. It's an event in June that's not just for savvy social media managers or marketing professionals. Small business owners and people who want to learn about personal branding can learn a lot! Also, Jessica has a pretty major announcement. Like, MAJOR.…

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Episode 32 with Katie Wiggins 34:31

7 years ago34:31

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so it's time for some real real talk. The Netflix original "13 Reasons Why" had a controversial start because of its brutal portrayal of teen suicide. We talk about what's coming and what we're hoping for out of season two. We invited mental health counselor intern Katie Wiggins to talk about her education and experience because it's pretty unique -- she lives with bipolar disorder. If you are in crisis, reach out for help. Text REASON to 741741. Or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.…

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Episode 31 with Ashley Pincket 51:47

7 years ago51:47

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What a week! Kanye West was word vomiting all over Twitter and interviews with Charlamagne tha God and TMZ. We talk about the controversial statement he made about slavery being "a choice" and the TMZ employee who called him out on it. Plus, we get an insider's take on The Players! Ashley Pincket is an associate producer with the PGA Tour, which means she walks the legendary course with some of golf's biggest names (like that cutie Adam Scott!) during the biggest event in Jacksonville.…

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Brunch Bite: Is Cardi B Helping or Hurting the Modern Woman? 22:58

7 years ago22:58

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Cardi B is everywhere -- from Ellen to Bernie Sanders' tweets. She's an unapologetic personality who will say what she feels and punctuate it with a strong "Okurrrt!" Not everyone loves her, though. The girl definitely has her critics and they were loud about her Coachella performance. So, is Cardi B helping or hurting the modern woman?…

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Episode 30 with April Caldwell 36:32

7 years ago36:32

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Unlike the 90s song that gets everyone lit at a party, most millennials are living a life of No Money, Mo Problems. Equal Pay Day sheds a light on income inequality but that's just one issue when it comes to balancing income, student loans and affording the occasional avocado toast. Money coach and financial planner April Caldwell helped bust some money myths that gave us some major peace of mind. Also, HAMILTON THE MUSICAL IS COMING TO JAX.…

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Episode 29 with The Makery Creators 30:22

7 years ago30:22

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Call us Martha and Martha Stewart cause we found spring cleaning tips to help clear out and organize your space. PRO TIP: do it with a drink in hand. We talked to Taryn Nilsen and Sara Flowers -- the crafty and passionate minds behind The Makery. It's a curated market where you can find all the local homemade goods you could want from clothes to art to food.…

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Brunch Bite: Ansley Randall -- Hype Wo-man Behind Jax is Rad 15:13

7 years ago15:13