Stuff You Should Know Selects: How Circus Families Work
Apr 3, 2021
Step into the vibrant world of circus families, where skills like trapeze and motorcycle riding are passed down through generations. Explore the humorous side of finances and naming a fictional circus family, while delving into the evolving treatment of circus animals. Uncover the rich legacies of iconic families like the Walendas, burdened with both triumphs and tragedies. From historical anecdotes to the transition into modern equestrianism, each story reveals the deep bonds and adaptations of these colorful performers. It's a blend of laughter, history, and heartfelt connections.
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Circus Family Dynamics
- Circus families make sense due to frequent travel and the desire to be together.
- Marrying within the circus community is common, as meeting people outside is difficult.
Being Circus
- Being born into a circus family grants automatic prestige, known as "being circus."
- Outsiders often feel like they're looking in on this unique cultural aspect.
The Clarks: A Circus Dynasty
- The Clarks, a British circus family, trace their roots to the early circuses.
- Ernestine Clark revived the family business after it was disrupted by World War II.