American Carnival: Barnum Project

Season 1.17 Anna Swan: A Tall Tale

Be inspired by this tall tale of love and tragedy involving one of the tallest women to grace the face of the earth -- the one, the only Anna Swan.

Season 1.18 Travelling Circus

This episode discusses Barnum's first day running his own circus. It goes through the troubles -- and triumphs -- of the beginning of Barnum's circus life.

Season 1.19 The Mayor of Bridgeport

Take a trip to the small town of Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1875. A new mayor has just been elected, a mayor named Barnum.

Season 1.20 Jumbo the Elephant

Jumbo was the most famous elephant and admired by millions around the world.  However, one tragic night changed everything.