Episode 174: From Rome to Ringling: The Dark History and Reinvention of the Circus
Update: 2025-09-06
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Step inside the 42-foot ring and trace the circus from Ancient Rome’s Circus Maximus to Barnum’s “Greatest Show on Earth.” Discover how equestrian tricks, freak shows, and animal acts built a global spectacle — and how cruelty, exploitation, and spectacle shaped its rise and fall. We uncover the stories of performers, animals, and women under the big top, and explore how modern circus art transformed from exploitation into artistry.
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