Episodes

  • 013 - Guarding Against Accidents

    013 - Guarding Against Accidents
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    25 mins
  • 012 - The Animal TrainerSome Famous Trainers

    012 - The Animal TrainerSome Famous Trainers
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    22 mins
  • 011 - The Principles of Training

    011 - The Principles of Training
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    20 mins
  • 010 - An Animal Show at Night

    010 - An Animal Show at Night
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    Not Yet Known
  • 009 - How Wild Animals are Taught Tricks

    009 - How Wild Animals are Taught Tricks
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    22 mins
  • 008 - The Wild Animals Kindergarten

    008 - The Wild Animals Kindergarten
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    19 mins
  • 007 - How Wild Animals are Captured

    007 - How Wild Animals are Captured
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    10 mins
  • 006 - Going BadAnimal Instinct

    006 - Going BadAnimal Instinct
    Jan 26 2026
    In an era when the performance of animals is often met with disapproval, we take a fascinating journey back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when traveling menageries captivated audiences across England. The renowned Bostock family traveled the countryside, showcasing a dazzling array of wild animals, many of which were unfamiliar to the local townsfolk. This engaging volume delves into the art of training and caring for these extraordinary creatures, revealing the intricate balance between entertainment and nature. Join us as we explore a time when the performance of animals was a celebrated spectacle. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
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    11 mins