Circus Stories
by Callie Biggerstaff & Mark Renaudin
July 1, 2025 6:00 am
The good, the bad, the unbelievable stories of circus history spanning centuries all the way to present day marvels. Each month we deep dive into topics like, “How and WHY do Clowns paint their faces”, “Who was the first ever Human Cannonball act”, “What are common Circus Superstitions” and so much more! Join host and generational circus photographer Callie B, as she shares various stories from circus history with her pal / co-host Mark. Complete with decoded circus lingo, fun circus facts, and circus stories from Callie B’s own family. Theme song by The Cooties.
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