History Extra podcast Tiger Tamer | 6. battling against Bovril
Mar 28, 2024
Explore the life of Bob Carlisle, a Victorian showman who battled against modern transportation trends. Learn about his pedestrian career, rivalry with Bovril, and unique personality shaped by fame and struggles.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Dramatic Display and Showmanship
02:20 • 4min
Exploring the Life and Ventures of Karl R: A Victorian Showman
06:07 • 4min
Footsteps and Beef Extract: Unlikely Heroes of the Early 1900s
09:54 • 5min
Media Contrasts and Sponsorship Influence on Long-Distance Walking
15:06 • 2min
Vegetarian Rivalry and Record-Breaking Walk
17:24 • 2min
Exploring Bovril, Diet, and Endurance Challenges in Historical Context
19:39 • 6min
The Life and Struggles of Bob Carlisle: A Victorian Enigma
25:16 • 6min
Exploring the Complex Life and Times of a 19th Century Figure
31:06 • 3min