Episode
Selects: How Circus Families Work
51:48
Published: Sat Apr 03 2021
Description
Don't be confused - this one is about actual circus acts made of family members, not the controversial comic strip. Step right up to this classic episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Join Wells Adams and Tyler Florence in their new podcast on I Heart Radio where they share their spiciest and tastiest recipes.
00:00 - 02:31 (02:31)
Summary
Join Wells Adams and Tyler Florence in their new podcast on I Heart Radio where they share their spiciest and tastiest recipes.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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This episode talks about the economics of circus families and how much performers make.
02:31 - 05:26 (02:55)
Summary
This episode talks about the economics of circus families and how much performers make. It also discusses some ethical concerns about the circus industry.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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The origins of comics and circus performers intertwined with many performers starting their career in circus and then moving to comics.
05:26 - 08:50 (03:24)
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The origins of comics and circus performers intertwined with many performers starting their career in circus and then moving to comics. It was common for performers to form their own mini-circus and travel around with their families.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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Circus families provide an automatic prestige and non-performing jobs for members who retire from performing, unlike those who did not grow up in the circus world, who feel like they are on the outside looking in.
08:50 - 11:42 (02:51)
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Circus families provide an automatic prestige and non-performing jobs for members who retire from performing, unlike those who did not grow up in the circus world, who feel like they are on the outside looking in.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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Circus families often expanded their family acts to include non-family members, making it hard for outsiders to know who was related to whom.
11:42 - 13:59 (02:16)
Summary
Circus families often expanded their family acts to include non-family members, making it hard for outsiders to know who was related to whom. The Clark family has a long history in the circus world, dating back to the late 1700s.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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This transcript discusses the life of a circus performer, including a woman who left the circus in the 1950s and the daughter of famous circus performer Ernest.
13:59 - 18:32 (04:32)
Summary
This transcript discusses the life of a circus performer, including a woman who left the circus in the 1950s and the daughter of famous circus performer Ernest.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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In this episode, the host discusses the importance of labeling a story as either fiction or nonfiction and the potential problems that arise when there is confusion between the two.
18:32 - 21:06 (02:34)
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In this episode, the host discusses the importance of labeling a story as either fiction or nonfiction and the potential problems that arise when there is confusion between the two.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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Robert Hobson, who left England in 1868 to start a circus family act, brought in other performers who then became known as the great Nelson family.
21:06 - 26:18 (05:12)
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Robert Hobson, who left England in 1868 to start a circus family act, brought in other performers who then became known as the great Nelson family. This was done as a way to quickly grow their circus act.
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The dangers of circus high-wire performances are highlighted, including the risks to performers' balance in strong winds and the numerous accidents that have occurred over the years.
26:18 - 32:32 (06:13)
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The dangers of circus high-wire performances are highlighted, including the risks to performers' balance in strong winds and the numerous accidents that have occurred over the years.
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A podcast that explores the connection between our brain and experiences by answering unusual questions, along with a new immersive fiction podcast featuring Wells Adams and Tyler Florence.
32:32 - 36:13 (03:40)
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A podcast that explores the connection between our brain and experiences by answering unusual questions, along with a new immersive fiction podcast featuring Wells Adams and Tyler Florence.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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Learn about the equestrian family who not only made advancements in the circus industry but also started their own successful circus in Europe.
36:13 - 41:37 (05:24)
Summary
Learn about the equestrian family who not only made advancements in the circus industry but also started their own successful circus in Europe. Their innovative engineering skills led to the creation of the modern circus tent.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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The pressure to join a circus family act as a child is rare, as children born into circus families are not typically pressured into joining the family business.
41:37 - 44:20 (02:42)
Summary
The pressure to join a circus family act as a child is rare, as children born into circus families are not typically pressured into joining the family business. It is more common for offspring of circus performers to have a natural aptitude for acrobatics and to join the family business on their own accord.
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This episode discusses the collapse of the Hyatt Regency skywalks in Kansas City, Missouri, which resulted in the death of 114 people and played a role in the development of the licensing process for engineers.
44:20 - 48:31 (04:11)
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This episode discusses the collapse of the Hyatt Regency skywalks in Kansas City, Missouri, which resulted in the death of 114 people and played a role in the development of the licensing process for engineers.
EpisodeSelects: How Circus Families Work
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This podcast delves into the intricacies of how our brains shape our perception of reality and behavior by addressing questions like whether we can create new senses for humans.
48:31 - 50:21 (01:49)
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This podcast delves into the intricacies of how our brains shape our perception of reality and behavior by addressing questions like whether we can create new senses for humans. Listeners are also invited to share feedback and corrections to improve accuracy.