One Old Queen starring John Flynn

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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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John Flynn is on the search for the gayest movie ever. On his podcast, Two Old Queens, John and his cohost judge movies by an obscenely hysterical list of criteria in order to find the queerest flick in all the land. It's great. You will be surprised by the films in the lead John has spent years with the Upright Citizens' Brigade as a Writer/Director/Teacher/Everything, and once starred as Miranda Priestly in a musical parody of The Devil Wears Prada. I really loved this conversation in my very very tired soul. Thanks John!

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Inside an Abortion Clinic the Day Roe Was Overturned 36:02

3 years ago36:02

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This special episode is brought to you by Lemonada Media's No One is Coming to Save Us Continue to follow Jay across Instagram , Twitter , and Tiktok for up to date analysis, musings, and assorted hijinks. As we continue to investigate what life looks like for pregnant people and parents in a post Roe America, No One is Coming to Save Us host Gloria Riviera sits down with an abortion clinic nurse who was in the middle of a procedure when the news broke about the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. They talk about what it was like in the clinic that day, what this decision will mean for the countr y’s remaining abortion providers, and how it will impact those who already have difficulty accessing reproductive care. Plus, she tells Gloria about some of her most memorable patients, including girls as young as 11, 12, and 13 years old. You can find more episodes of No One is Coming to Save Us at https://link.chtbl.com/NOICTSU Check out additional series from Lemonada Media at www.lemonadamedia.com Show Notes This podcast is presented by Neighborhood Villages , and is brought to you with generous support from Imaginable Futures , Care For All Children by the David and Laura Merage Foundation , and Spring Point Partners . Support the show…

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In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt - SCOTUS emergency 36:02

3 years ago36:02

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I'm giving my feed to important stories, starting with this one. You can listen at the #linkinbio In this special breaking-news edition, @andyslavitt helps you understand the impact of the Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade. As health clinics in several states halt abortion procedures due to the decision, Andy gets reaction and action items from Caitlin Cruz, a reporter from Jezebel who covers reproductive rights; Grace Howard, an expert on reproductive law; and Renee Bracey Sherman a reproductive justice activist protesting outside the Supreme Court. Find out what the ruling means, where to seek help if in you or someone you know is worried they could be prosecuted for their actions, and how to support those in need. To hear more of In the Bubble: https://link.chtbl.com/InTheBubble Keep up with Andy on Twitter @ASlavitt and Lemonada Media @LemonadaMedia on Twitter and Instagram. Follow Renee Bracey Sherman, Grace Howard, and Caitlin Cruz on Twitter @RBraceySherman, @ProfGraceHoward, and @caitlinrcruz. Presented by @lemonadamedia #Roe #abortionishealthcare Support the show…

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The Artist Formerly Known as the SCOTUS 10:34

3 years ago10:34

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Quick rant on the SCOTUS decision on 6/24. Support the show

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Hello Out There 8:23

3 years ago8:23

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Hi! Quick message and update. Support the show

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REPLAY: The NYC Subway 1:13:06

4 years ago1:13:06

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This is from a year ago. It was a talk with Helen, an MTA worker in NYC whose superiors at the time didn't think masks were necessary. A year ago this was INSANE to me. That anyone would deny anyone a MASK or act as though a MASK was controversial. And here we still are. Helen is an MTA Conductor for the NYC Subway system, an organization that is losing 3-people per day to Covid-19. She and her co-workers requested masks in January and were denied. 50 of her fellow MTA workers died before masks were distributed. We talked about fun things too, but I implore you to listen to Helen's story and remember that what you are seeing on the news is lacking in one thing: humanity. Support the show…

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A Year Later 1:06:38

4 years ago1:06:38

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A year has passed since the show became daily. Here is the first episode of that run. Both Stacy and Nicole are doing well a year later. Support the show

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Transgender Visibility Day #1 - She/They/Allison 1:31:22

4 years ago1:31:22

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In honor of Transgender Visibility Day, a replay of my deep-dive into the life of AK, a non-binary force of nature operating out of Asbury Park, NJ. The idea of Transgender Visibility Day is a good -intentioned one, but it's not even 10 am and I've seen more hateful comments about the Trans community on posts like this picture than anyone should ever have to read, let alone an actual member of the community. Our Trans brothers and sisters are some of the most marginalized members of society. They are murdered at an alarming rate, and their murders are truly under-reported. Their names are un-spoken. I don't know the answers. But I do know we have to listen and learn how to help. Long after these "days" stop filling our feeds. From the Human Rights Campaign: Sadly, 2021 has already seen at least 12 transgender or gender non-conforming people fatally shot or killed by other violent means. We say at least because too often these stories go unreported — or misreported. In previous years, the majority of these people were Black and Latinx transgender women. In 2020, HRC tracked a record number of violent fatal incidents against transgender and gender non-conforming people. A total of 44 fatalities were tracked by HRC, marking 2020 as the most violent year on record since HRC began tracking these crimes in 2013. https://www.glaad.org/blog/tdor-memoriam Support the show…

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Transgender Visibility Day #2 - Shauntelle Hammond - Black Trans Lives Matter 1:22:32

4 years ago1:22:32

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My stirring conversation with Shauntelle, who has gone on to become the first Black Trans Executive Director of a Recovery Home in Virginia. She has also launched a podcast dealing with the topic of inclusion in recovery, which you can check out here The idea of Transgender Visibility Day is a good -intentioned one, but it's not even 10 am and I've seen more hateful comments about the Trans community on posts like this picture than anyone should ever have to read, let alone an actual member of the community. Our Trans brothers and sisters are some of the most marginalized members of society. They are murdered at an alarming rate, and their murders are truly under-reported. Their names are un-spoken. I don't know the answers. But I do know we have to listen and learn how to help. Long after these "days" stop filling our feeds. From the Human Rights Campaign: Sadly, 2021 has already seen at least 12 transgender or gender non-conforming people fatally shot or killed by other violent means. We say at least because too often these stories go unreported — or misreported. In previous years, the majority of these people were Black and Latinx transgender women. In 2020, HRC tracked a record number of violent fatal incidents against transgender and gender non-conforming people. A total of 44 fatalities were tracked by HRC, marking 2020 as the most violent year on record since HRC began tracking these crimes in 2013 Support the show…

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Replay: Musician and Author Nate Holder 1:15:37

4 years ago1:15:37

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Nate Holder and I had a long chat back in August. Since then he has gone and published ANOTHER book, which you can buy right here: https://www.thewhybooks.co.uk/shop Nate is a sax player, a teacher, an advocate, a Brit, and a black man working to combat colonialism in music education. Loved every minute and glad to call Nate a pal. Support the show…

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Replay: Fredi Walker Browne - A Broadway Original 1:05:08

4 years ago1:05:08

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Fredi was the original Joanne in Rent. She's also a powerful. brilliant, black woman, who was gracious enough to sit down with me and make me into a better interviewer. Check out all things Fredi here. Support the show

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Replay: Black Lives Matter in the NJ suburbs 1:24:23

4 years ago1:24:23

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One of my favorite episodes. Aria and Catherine of Nutley for Black Lives, are two of the youngest, and also the most impressive, guests I've had on the show to date. These two young women are motivated and focused on getting their message out, and I am proud to give them whatever platform I can. Recently, they participated in a march in Nutley, NJ which drew headlines when a group of counter-protestors showed up to prevent the destruction of a statue of Columbus. The statue was never a part of anyone's plan, but that didn't stop them from shouting hate while Aria gave her speech. You can read about it, and even see video footage, here. Follow Nutley for Black Lives on Instagram and Facebook. Support the show…

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Replay- Black History Month-Racism in the Suburbs with Clarence Celius 1:03:30

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This summer, I spoke with a young man who made a difference in his traditionally very white/not so secretly racist town. Clarence Celius. Clarence Celius is a young, black man who grew up in Wall Township, NJ, an idyllic suburb where he describes the very "air quality" as being "filled with racism and discrimination". In light of recent events, and as an act of love for his younger twin sisters, Clarence took it upon himself to do something about it: He organized a Black Lives Matter March in Wall. Since then, Clarence has been thrust into activism at a breakneck pace. He is ready to give a part of himself over to the cause for racial equality. He bravely took me through the seemingly endless, exceedingly racist moments he has endured as black man growing up in suburbia. I applaud Clarence and implore you to follow him , as I know he will be making big waves in the future. Support the show…

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Replay: Black History Month- Vocal Instructor and Performer Khy Garner 1:50:20

4 years ago1:50:20

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My friend Khy and I had a long chat. Khy Garner is tired. He was raised to be, and is, a gentleman to the core. But, he is tired. Of the loss. Of the ignorance. Of the systemic racism. Of learning that many people he thought were allies were anything but. And, he is tired of having to repeat himself, so I made sure to put a microphone in front of him and press record. Besides that, I got to catch up with someone I greatly admire and learn more about his past, present, and future. Khy is a true teacher, and gives all of himself to his craft. It was an honor and a pleasure to chat with Mista Khy. Support the show…

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Replay : Sara Benincasa 1:21:03

4 years ago1:21:03

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Sara and I chatted a few months ago. She's done some great work since then. You should read it . Sara Benincasa wrote a book called "Agorafabulous" , all about her adventures in mental health. As you would imagine, Sara has been training her whole life for a quarantine, and she is dominating by putting out stellar episodes of her podcast, "Well, This Isn't Normal" , which blends one-on-one interviews with relaxation techniques. Go listen to it. After you listen to this. She wrote more books too. It's all here. Support the show…

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Replay : Sara R 1:24:02

4 years ago1:24:02