Episode 21: Troll Court is in Session

It’s… Wagatha Christie

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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/…

3 years ago 19:19

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Abi Clarke talks to former Love Islander Anna Vakilli about her experience of being on such a heavily scrutinised show and being trolled when she left. Then Abi talks to internet and social media law specialist Yair Cohen about the barrier to getting justice for online harassment and how he takes trolls to court.

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Episode 21: Troll Court is in Session

It’s… Wagatha Christie

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Missing all the goss? Abi's got juicy podcast news... 1:29

2 years ago1:29

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Need to fill the Wagatha-shaped hole in your life? Fear not, podcast fans! Join Abi Clarke each week for brand new podcast, 'pinned', as she breaks down and unpacks the biggest trends, memes and stories happening online. From exploring the world of interactive sleep streamers to getting the 411 on the latest dramas happening between your favourite creators, Abi has got you covered. Listen now on BBC Sounds!…

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Episode 21: Troll Court is in Session 19:19

3 years ago19:19

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Episode 20: Rebekah Talks 14:33

3 years ago14:33

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Abi Clarke is joined by Journalist Minnie Stephenson and Emma Jones, a member of the Hacked Off campaign, to analyse Rebekah Vardy's first post-trial interview.

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Episode 19: The Verdict 32:26

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Abi Clarke reveals the verdict of the Rooney v Vardy court case. Abi is joined by media law and reputation management lawyer Antonia Foster, entertainment journalist Sinead Garvan and the BBC’s entertainment correspondent Colin Paterson to discuss the impact this could have on the two women at the centre of this case.…

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IT'S HAPPENING 0:41

3 years ago0:41

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The verdict of Vardy v Rooney is nearly upon us!

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Episode 18: Casting Wagatha Christie 28:07

3 years ago28:07

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Abi Clarke talks to TV critic Scott Bryan about what makes a good TV adaptation of a real-life legal court case. She then goes head to head against comedian Helen Bauer to see who can come up with the best cast for a TV adaptation of the Wagatha Christie story as they pick the big-name actors that would play the leading roles and the celebrities that would form the supporting cast.…

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Episode 17: HABS, Husbands and Boyfriends 23:10

3 years ago23:10

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Comedian Abi Clarke is joined by football reporter Adam Crafton to talk about the role that Wayne Rooney and Jamie Vardy played in the court case and the impact stories like these can have on a footballer's professional life. Abi Clarke talks to football reporter Adam Crafton about the role that Wayne Rooney and Jamie Vardy played in the court case and the impact stories like these can have on a footballer's professional life. They chat about previous football scandals and discuss whether we put too much pressure on footballers to maintain a perfect public image.…

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Episode 16: Courtroom Catwalk 19:17

3 years ago19:17

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Abi Clarke talks to celebrity stylist Alex Longmore about the psychology behind getting dressed for a legal battle and how she works with high profile clients to achieve the perfect look. They breakdown Vardy and Rooney’s courtroom outfits and discuss why we’ve become so fascinated by celebrity style.…

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Episode 15: “A source close to her” 20:43

3 years ago20:43

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Abi Clarke talks to a former tabloid journalist about what it was really like to write about celebrity culture in the noughties. They talk about why we love gossip so much, whether celebrities have the right to privacy and if public figures can ever escape public scrutiny.

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Episode 14: Queen of Courtroom Sketches and Contour 14:40

3 years ago14:40

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Abi Clarke speaks to courtroom artist Priscilla Coleman about what really happened during the Rooney v Vardy court case. They talk about the day in the life of a courtroom artist, what it’s like drawing sketches of high profile legal cases and how Priscilla captured the drama that unfolded each day in court on paper.…

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Episode 13: “I’ve got a text!” 17:08

3 years ago17:08

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Abi Clarke hears behind the scenes stories from the Rooney v Vardy court case. Abi is joined by BBC Entertainment Correspondent Colin Paterson to talk about the shocking moments the public didn’t see, the witnesses we didn’t hear from, and how much money Rebekah and Coleen could lose from this court case.…

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Episode 12: The case… is almost closed. 18:15

3 years ago18:15

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Abi Clarke deconstructs the final day of the Rooney v Vardy court case. Abi is joined by news correspondent Minnie Stephenson and entertainment journalist Sinead Garvan to discuss the effects of online abuse and explore what this case could mean for both Rebekah and Coleen.

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Episode 11: 'The lads are fuming' 18:57

3 years ago18:57

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The husbands are out in force as Wayne takes to the stand in Vardy v Rooney and Jamie Vardy makes an unexpected statement. Abi Clarke is joined by The I’s Poppy Wood and media law expert Antonia Foster to sift through the evidence as a conclusion draws near.

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Episode 10: Roodunnit 18:40

3 years ago18:40

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Abi Clarke discusses the latest from Coleen Rooney’s side of her court battle with Rebekah Vardy. Abi is joined by court reporter Izzy Lyons and crisis management expert Lauren Beeching to explore the impact this case could have on Rooney and Vardy’s reputations. This episode was edited to correct the name of a witness in the case.…

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Episode 9: The Sting 21:51

3 years ago21:51