Introduction To Circus Jack - Based on Jack London’s The Call of the Wild

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, transformation, and eventual triumph. The narrative follows familiar conventions of the hero’s journey, vastly represented in literary works and motion pictures, but effortlessly packs a unique twist.

Our narrative revolves around Peppy, the protagonist whose journey you will live through, from his humble beginnings on a Pennsylvania farm during the 1800s. Similar to Buck, Jack London's robust dog, Peppy of Circus Jack is forced into harnessing his hidden abilities to help fuel the progress of a rapidly developing society. This engaging podcast also explores the dark world of the era's flourishing business in dog-napping. 

This podcast series narrates a captivating story of resilience, growth, and survival expertly crafted by Richard Carlton London for listeners with mild to moderate dementia. So, embark on an audacious adventure with Circus Jack and uncover how the hero, Peppy triumphs against difficult odds.

You can follow along with the story through the ebook for Circus Jack, at Apple Books. It is super affordable and can provide the listener with a higher level of enjoyment.

Episode Transcript

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Music.

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Introduction to Circus Jack. This story is what we call the hero's journey.
Many stories we read, listen to, and movies we watch take a similar form to
the story you're about to hear.
In the hero's journey, a pattern is followed.
There is a call to adventure for the tale's hero.
Along the way, a mentor is discovered and unlocks special abilities to overcome

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difficulties along the hero's journey.
There are tests along the way, and finally the hero returns from his journey triumphant.
This story, Circus Jack, is based on Jack London's wonderful book, The Call of the Wild.
In the late 1800s, there was a need for work dogs to be put into service for a growing country.

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This created an underground network of dog napping.
Buck, the dog in Jack London's tale, was stolen from his home for his strength
to deliver supplies to new settlements in the Yukon.
Circus Jack also takes place in the 1800s and starts on a farm in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
This dog also has special talents that are needed for a growing country.

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This is Richard Carleton, London, and I hope you enjoy the story, Circus Jack.