Bizarre Bear Grease: Barnum's Hair Potion 

Before P.T. Barnum became the legendary showman we know today, he dabbled in some rather unconventional ventures. In this episode of Curious People Wanted, Dr. Daryn Reyman-Lock uncovers the peculiar tale of Barnum's early career selling snake-oil tonics and a mysterious hair-growth product known as "Bear's Grease." Discover how the Panic of 1837 left Barnum with strange recipes and a mountain of debt, and how his inventive spirit turned an odd concoction into a profitable enterprise. Dive into the fascinating history behind one of Barnum's lesser-known hustles and see what made his 'Bear's Grease' truly unique!
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