Zazel & Annie Oakley: Circus Sensations
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Callie Biggerstaff, host of Circus Stories podcast, joins Melissa on the mic for a super fun circus-themed episode! Callie tells the life story of Rossa Matilda Richter "Zazel", the 14 year old girl who became the first human cannonball. Melissa tells the story of Annie Oakley, a talented sharpshooter who starred in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show.

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SHOW NOTES:

In this episode, we talk about:

• Melissa's first memory at a traveling circus in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
• Callie's family roots in the circus world + crazy family stories
• Delirium Tremens Belgian-style Ale
• Medieval Times
• Stories about two child circus stars who stole the show and spotlight with their incredible talents and charm

RESOURCES:

• Circus Stories is a circus history podcast inspired by 3 generations of circus film photographers
• Follow Circus Stories on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/circus.stories/
• Check out the Circus Stories website: https://circusstories.buzzsprout.com/
• Check out Callie Biggerstaff Photography: https://www.biggerstaffphotography.com/

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