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Clear Tales offers hand crafted, narrated stories for individuals with mild to moderate dementia. If your loved one is unable to focus on reading or following an audiobook, we are here to provide an entertainment resource for adults with moderate cognitive decline. Each episode is short and the stories are straightforward, with summaries provided and familiar music playing intermittently for the listener’s enjoyment. For best results, listeners can follow along with the book chapters in this ...
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Just like a lot of millennials I was thrown out of university into the real world without much guidance, having to find my feet in the middle of a recession. I took the risky path of freelancing in the film industry in London without much experience, working hand to mouth to pay my rent. Over the next decade I got so all consumed by being on the career treadmill that I forgot why I decided to be a filmmaker in the first place and my mental health and personal life slipped to rock bottom. I n ...
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Welcome back to the enchanting world of Circus Jack! In Chapter 9, titled "Into the Ring," the LV Spectavelli Circus is buzzing with excitement as the weekend crowds gather under the massive blue and white tent. The air is filled with the scent of buttery popcorn and the joyful sounds of families ready to be amazed. As the jugglers mesmerize the au…
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Welcome back to the story of Circus Jack, where our hero, Peppy, prepares for his grand debut! In this episode, we delve into Chapter 8, featuring the relentless L.V. Spectavelli and his anticipation for Peppy's performance. Amidst the tension of Spectavelli's office, Sweetie Magnolia faces the challenge of training Peppy under tight deadlines. Wat…
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Hi, this is Richard London, and you're listening to Circus Jack on Clear Tales Podcast. Clear Tales is a podcast of narrated stories written and produced for adult listeners that have mild to moderate dementia. To follow along with the narrated books on this podcast, I suggest you download the book of the same name, Circus Jack. You can find Circus…
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Cautiously emerging from his hiding spot, Peppy surveyed his surroundings. The forest was rich in fiddlehead ferns and tall trees that made room for the sun to illuminate the forest floor. With a newfound resolve, he set off on one of these paths deeper into the woods, where new sounds and dangers awaited. Peppy found a momentary respite in a sunli…
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Circus Jack - Chapter 5. Escape into the Woods
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Chapter 5: Escape into the Woods Frank and Harry, partners in crime, find themselves in a heated argument over the division of their ill-gotten gains as they travel towards Baltimore. Their captive, Peppy the dog, becomes the focal point of their discord. As tensions rise, Peppy seizes an opportunity to escape his wooden crate, bringing a glimmer o…
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Circus Jack. Chapter 4: The Wagon This chapter follows the heart-wrenching journey of a lovable Jack Russell Terrier named Pepe who, stolen from his home, wakes up disoriented in the back of a wagon. The story begins on a moonlit night as Pepe finds himself in an unfamiliar and confining environment, complete with the smell of hay, the rusty creak …
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Circus Jack Chapter 3. The man at the market returns with bad intent. In this third chapter of our story, as the golden sun gives way to the gentle hum of night, the tranquil rural landscape is disturbed by a chilling development. After an endearing scene of homey evening meals and hearty farm work, the plot unfolds in the lull of the night. Howeve…
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Circus Jack - Chapter 2. The Market Place
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Circus Jack. Chapter 2. In this episode, we start by discussing Beethoven's famous Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor and its tragic undertone despite the composer's vibrant life. The conversation then shifts towards life in the Lancaster region, realistically depicting their rich cultural heritage and bustling farmers' market. We delve into the life of…
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Circus Jack opens on the vast Muller Farm, a land steeped in Anabaptist heritage since 1790. The farmers who established it were courageous pioneers who crossed the Atlantic to escape religious persecution and economic hardships. In the fertile valley of New Holland in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, they forged a tight-knit farming community, shar…
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The prologue for Circus Jack, delves into the harmonious life under our feet, beneath the ground we stand on. The opening paints a picture of the society of living organisms - the connected lives of worms, ants, bugs, and nearly-blind rodents and the roles they play in creating a harmonious balance. And how their lives can be upended by the unexpec…
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Introduction To Circus Jack - Based on Jack London’s The Call of the Wild
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Circus Jack Written and produced for listeners challenged with mild to moderate dementia, step into the courageous saga of Circus Jack, a symphony of adventure, heroism, and survival. Similar to The Call of The Wild, Circus Jack dives into the renowned archetype of the hero's journey, plunging its listeners into the heart of suspense, action, trans…
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This is a "trailer" of just one story on Clear Tales. It will give the listener, or caregiver a sample of what the book and episodes sound like. Clear Tales is a podcast tailored specifically for listeners dealing with mild to moderate dementia. Hosted by Richard Carlton London, Clear Tales provides an engaging auditory escape without the demanding…
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Clear Tales: Bite-sized Stories For Adults With Dementia
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Clear Tales Bite-Sized Stories For Adults With Dementia Welcome to Clear Tales, a podcast tailored specifically for listeners dealing with mild to moderate dementia. Hosted by Richard Carlton London, Clear Tales provides an engaging auditory escape without the demanding attention span required for lengthy books. Written for senior adults, our stori…
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In Episode 15 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to Drew Forsyth, an Award Winning Portrait Photographer working for commercial and advertising clients in the UK and around the world. It is a great episode for aspiring photographers and seasoned pros alike.In this episode Drew and I discuss how he became a photographer and his journey to where he is now…
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In Episode 14 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to Louis Lagayette, a Director who is known for directing the feature film Trendy as well as directing and writing many other projects both short and long form.In this episode Louis and I discuss his latest project, a series of 3 music videos for the artist Maes called Réelle Vie. He then shares his journ…
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In Episode 13 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to David Procter, a Cinematographer who is known for shooting Disney's Black Beauty, The Innocents series on Netflix as well as many commercials throughout his career.I also announce the launch of a new lighting diffusion comparison tool in collaboration with ROSCO. It is available online and to save as a…
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In Episode 12 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to Jeroen Bogaert, an Assistant Director mainly working on drama film projects in the UK and he's been a colleague on a number of films. In the episode Jeroen shares what an Assistant Director's job role is and why it is so important to the success of a film.We also discuss keeping calm under pressure and…
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In Episode 11 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to Emily Carlton, a screenwriter, journalist and producer who is also one of the cofounders of the Breaking Through The Lens initiative that connects female and non-binary filmmakers to finance at film markets. Emily is so humble and amusing in the way she discusses her career that her honest take on her …
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In Episode 10 of Vision & Graft I'm chatting to Hannah Lee, a designer I've had the pleasure of working alongside on a variety of projects over the last ten years and for the ten years prior to that we went to college and school together. Hannah is someone I've often gone to for professional advice and she has a great deal of career wisdom to share…
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In Episode 9 of Vision & Graft I'm chatting to a good mate and a long time mentor Chris Fergusson. He's a cinematographer and photographer based in the UK and you can find links to his work at the bottom of this page.During the conversation Chris talks about his photography project Lost in Process. He is selling a zine for the project that is avail…
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In Episode 8 of Vision & Graft I'm sharing part 2 of the conversation I had with director and all round creative, Jack Howard. You can find links to some of his work that we discuss at the bottom of this page. If you haven't heard Part 1 of our conversation be sure to listen back to it in episode 7.Jack currently hosts a podcast on Amazon Prime cal…
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In Episode 7 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to a director I have worked with on a number of occasions, Jack Howard. He describes himself as a 'director of things' and his work is certainly wide ranging. You can find links to some of his work that we discuss at the bottom of this pageJack currently hosts a podcast on Amazon Prime called the screen te…
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In Episode 6 of Vision & Graft I'm talking to Alexia Kombou! She's a multi award winning voice over artist who has worked with many of the worlds top leading brands. She mainly works in commercials and you've likely heard her on your radio and TV as I often find myself caught by surprise as she suddenly starts talking in my car or living room.In th…
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In Episode 5 of Vision & Graft I chat to Caroline De Moraes, a sports reporter and presenter based in the UK. Caroline has worked for BT Sport, ITV, Eurosport, Channel 4, Redbull and BBC sport amongst many other broadcasters and production companies.Caroline begins the episode by explaining how she found herself presenting despite it not being her …
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In Episode 4 of Vision & Graft I chat to Diandra Ferreira, a hair and make up designer based in the UK. Diandra and I have worked together on a number of occasions including on on our first feature film, Trendy.We begin the episode by discussing whether we see our roles as a career, a calling or a job and what these terms mean to us and our career …
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In Episode 003 of Vision & Graft I sit down to talk to Karen Sandoval Engler, a Mexican actress based in Texas who I have collaborated with on a number of occasions including as the cinematographer on her first short film #Disconnected.We begin by talking about how we met and reflect on the reception that Vision & Graft has had. We discuss the conc…
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