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EPISODE · Aug 25, 2026 · 1H 39M

Legacy of the Tattooed Lady

from Circus Stories: A Circus History Podcast · host Callie Biggerstaff & Aíne Norris

Buzz Buzz - today's episode we discover the mysteries behind the famed sideshow exhibition of "The Tattooed Lady". How much were they paid? Who actually gave them their tattoos? How long did their tattoos take? And why did they actually decide to cover their whole bodies in tattoos? All this and so much more awaits you ! Check out our IG for images we discuss during the episodeThank you to Amelia Osterud + Stories&Ink MagazineAmelia Osterud Lecture on Tattooed Women via The Ringling More info on Olive Oatman- Amelia Osterud publications (including the new The 388 Tattoos of Captain George, and the 389 Tales of How He Got Them and The Tattooed Lady: A History)- Find Amelia Osterud on IGSupport the show+Follow Us on IG @circus.stories+Email us: [email protected], Review and Subscribe where ever you Listen!Thanks for Listening + Check those Boilers !!

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Buzz Buzz - today's episode we discover the mysteries behind the famed sideshow exhibition of "The Tattooed Lady". How much were they paid? Who actually gave them their tattoos? How long did their tattoos take? And why did they actually decide to cover their whole bodies in tattoos? All this and so much more awaits you ! Check out our IG for images we discuss during the episode Thank you to Amelia Osterud + Stories&Ink Magazine Amelia Osterud Lecture on Tattooed Women via The Ring...

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