P.T. Barnum
Greg Jenner is joined by historian Professor Benjamin Reiss and comedian Desiree Burch in the 19th century to meet self-proclaimed showman PT Barnum.
Greg Jenner is joined by historian Professor Benjamin Reiss and comedian Desiree Burch in the 19th century to meet self proclaimed showman P T Barnum.
A man famous for his museums and shows as well as βcuriositiesβ such as General Tom Thumb, Bearded Ladies, and The Fiji Mermaid. But take a deeper dive beyond Barnumβs infamous spin and youβll find that, contrary to his pop culture image, this showman was far from the greatest.
Produced by Cornelius Mendez
Script by Greg Jenner and Emma Nagouse
Research by Charlotte Potter
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