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02 - John Ellis Part 1: Northcliffe, Rabbits & The Myth Of Talent
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In their inaugural podcast together, John Ellis MBE and his son Mark embark on a journey down memory lane, weaving through the tapestry of the past five decades of John’s beloved endeavor—the Doncaster Youth Jazz Association. They discuss when Duke Ellington graced the presence of royalty, the sight of John masquerading as Glen Miller, and the enduring charm of The Earl of Doncaster Hotel, a beacon of their shared history.
Amidst the sepia-toned anecdotes, they bicker over the notion of natural talent and wax nostalgic about a bygone era, where risk assessments were but a distant concern and the melodies of youth flowed freely through the streets of France, Russia, America and beyond.
They celebrate the unsung heroes, the tireless volunteers whose unwavering dedication breathed life into John’s life’s work. For without them, the symphony of DJA’s collective memories would have been very different….
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