History Extra podcast Tiger Tamer | 3. would you let a tiger lick your face?
Mar 7, 2024
Explore the daring and colorful life of Bob Carlisle, a circus showman and big cat tamer in Victorian England. Learn about the challenges of the circus industry, the world of menageries, and the risky ventures into lion taming. Dive into the impact of legislation on fairs and Carlisle's wild escapades with a tiger
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
The Evolution and Pitfalls of Circus Investment in Victorian Britain
05:49 • 3min
Life Under the Big Top
08:35 • 7min
The Daring World of Victorian Menageries and Animal Performances
15:44 • 13min
The Impact of Legislation on 19th Century Fairs and Carlisle's Circus Journey with a Tiger
28:58 • 4min