ClearTales
Dementia-friendly stories for seniors, while providing caregivers with a meaningful activity tool.
Episodes
Welcome to ClearTales, a podcast of stories tailored specifically for seniors. Hosted by Richard Carlton London, ClearTales provides an engaging auditory escape without the demanding attention span required for lengthy books.
Written for senior adults, and as dementia-friendly, our stories feature easy-to-understand narratives, short chapters, wonderful recognizable music and perfect for those who may experience difficulties with p...
Embark on a magical journey with Charles Dickens' poignant short story, "The Child Story," narrated for elder listeners seeking a simple yet profound tale.
This parable takes you through the stages of life, from playful childhood to the reflective days of old age, capturing the essence of living a full life. Designed to hold the attention of those with diminished cognitive faculties, this narrative serves as a beautiful reminder th...
About Circus Jack
This book is written for seniors who enjoy a good story, but may not have the patience for a regular audiobook. It is a dementia friendly book and production. Similar to The Call of The Wild, Circus Jack dives into the renowned archetype of the hero's journey, plunging its listeners into suspense, action, transformation, and eventual triumph.
Our narrative revolves around Peppy, the protagonist whose journey y...
The prologue for Circus Jack, delves into the hidden life under our feet, beneath the ground we stand on. And how their lives can be upended by the unexpected interloper and the peaceful underground realm is torn asunder, showing the grim consequences of our insensitivity towards these minuscule creatures and their habitat.
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Circus Jack opens on 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, sharing resources and going beyond to care for their neighbors.
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Circus Jack Chapter 2. Market Day.
A farming family, the Mullers, discussing their weekly routine for the market day, their hearty preparation from dawn to dusk, and the intense anticipation before selling their freshest produce. The symbolic interaction between the family members, the preparing of their wagon, and setting their loyal dogs Muscles and Pepe, sets the tone for the market day. They meet a man.
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Circus Jack Chapter 3. The man at the market returns with bad intent.
He successfully lures the innocent dog using meat treats and within no time, Peppy is also drugged, kidnapped, and his absence concealed. The kidnapper and his accomplice seamlessly manage to exit the scene without leaving even a hint of their malicious act, hopping onto a waiting wagon and disappearing into the night.
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Circus Jack Chapter 4. Circus Jack. Chapter 4: The Wagon
This chapter follows the sad journey of a lovable Jack Russell Terrier named Peppy who, stolen from his home, wakes up disoriented in the back of a wagon.
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Circus Jack Chapter 5.
Frank and Harry, partners in the dog-napping of Peppy, 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.
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ClearTales – Narrated Stories for Seniors & Memory Care ClearTales is a calming, narrated storytelling podcast designed for seniors, older adults, and in...
Circus Jack:
ClearTales – Narrated Stories for Seniors & Memory Care ClearTales is a calming, narrated storytelling podcast designed for seniors, older adults, and individuals living with dementia, Alzheimer's, or mild cognitive decline. Each short episode delivers easy-to-follow stories that make the perfect engagement activity for family caregivers, professional caregivers, and memory care staff. Every episode is:
10–20 minut...
Circus Jack Chapter Seven. The Hippodrome.
Dementia-friendly narrated story for seniors. Based on Jack London Call of The Wild. Perfect for morning listening, after lunch lull or evening calming period. 20 minutes narrated episode of Circus Jack. Simple, but engaging story telling for seniors who seek a narrated story but lack the patience for long form audiobook.
Unaware of his captors, Peppy is caught in the woods, bound tighter...
Circus Jack Chapter Eight. The Weekend is Coming.
Upon release, Peppy finds himself at a circus with a new master, Sugar Magnolia, a circus animal trainer. Confused, he finds a new life and new world of exotic animals, and wonders what is to come next and who to trust.
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Chapter Nine The weekend arrives and the show begins at Spectavelli's Circus where Peppy puts on his first performance under the big top.
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ClearTales – Narrated Stories for Seniors & Memory Care ClearTales is a calming, narrated storytelling podcast designed for seniors, older adults, and individuals living with dementia, Alzheimer's, or mild cognitive decline. Each short episode delivers easy-to-follow stories t...
Chapter Ten.
Peppy acclimates to the new world of the circus, and the owner Spectavelli is pleased about his new performing dog. Sugar gets a raise. And we are introduced to a new character in the story, a dog named Brutus.
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Chapter Eleven.
In this episode, Sugar and Peppy's bond deepens with each passing town and feat they accomplish together. Sugar helps Peppy unlock his hidden potential, leading to performances that blur the line between illusion and reality.
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Chapter 12, titled "Unwanted Attention," introduces a new twist as Violet Python, the formidable rival of L.V. Spectavelli, takes an unsettling interest in Pepy. A mysterious, gaunt man enters her office, bringing with him tales of the Wonder Dog's extraordinary abilities and the financial success he's brought to Spectavelli's circus.
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The man hired by Python meticulously plans the abduction of Peppy. He faces formidable obstacles in the form of two fierce guard dogs, Romulus and Remus. Witness the tense confrontation as he battles these guardians, ultimately succeeding in his mission but not without a cost.
The dawn brings chaos and heartbreak to the circus, with the discovery of the fallen protectors and Pepe's disappearance. Emotions run high as the circus com...
Peppy wakes up feeling nauseous and disoriented, surrounded by the musty smells of wood and chicken. As he realizes he's been stolen, his heart races with fear. However, a compassionate woman with piercing blue eyes and a gentle voice appears, offering him a glimmer of hope.
Despite the dog-napper's protests and a wounded arm, the woman stands firm in her resolve to protect Peppy, setting the stage for a tense and thrilling journey...
Circus Jack: Chapter Fifteen.
Violet Python, the sinister ringmaster, revels in her success of abducting Pepe, ensuring he will never perform again. Amidst the tension, we learn about Python's calculated plans to deprive her rival, Spectadelli, of his prized wonder dog.
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You're listening to the story Circus Jack. In Chapter 16, we continue the tale of Peppy, the hero of Circus Jack, as he forms a pack with his fellow canines under the big top of the mean and nasty Violet Python.
Determined to escape their miserable existence, Pepy rallies the pack, and they begin to meticulously plan their breakout.
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