Ethics Town

Our live show from Podfest 2024. Ian (Rhys Lawton), Alice (LM Clohessy), and Grace (Ollie Bannerman) move into their new home in Ethics.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iiv5OA9bxarosrFEWdCiKq1QIGrGtLXEXQnzmeZWEZc/edit?usp=sharing

Content warnings:

• Extreme unreality
• Mentioned illness
• Anxiety
• Mentioned child injury
• Some harsh noise towards the end

By popular demand, the pre-amble show intro has been included. If you do not wish to listen to this you can skip to 3:40. Enjoy the show!

Previous Episode: "Denouement" by Waymon Alexander on the Syntax feed.

This episode can be listened to as a stand alone tale, but we strongly recommend you check out every story in the Inkwell Haven series.

Content warnings: death, gore.

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lBUGB1y6DCDs0wQSIzLi6KpFei8fQcMvEJQomwd0i-8/edit?usp=sharing

This episode was written by Delaney Sutton. You heard Jack Fulmin as Alice, Delaney Sutton as Logan, Ted Heavener as The Caretaker, Kit Paterson as additional voices, and Grace Stone as the Tour Guide.

You can find more from the Do You Copy? team here.

Introduction and outro by Grace Stone and Naomi Richards.

Cover art by Kit Paterson.

Episode art by Kaila Crockett.

So. Let's see how it ends, shall we?

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Zv8mBg2S0qxh6bj703L5NB7nR4Lh5NHn6-kgaUcjis/edit?usp=sharing

January Jacobs was played by Rhys Lawton. Noah Morley was played by Sarah Griffin. Mark Clayton was played by Andrew Gorman. Mr Clayton was played by David Ault. Alex Crane was played by Eli Labat-Angstadt. Rory Nos was played by Evan Gwen Davies. Addi Reay-Armstrong was played by Delilah Tahiri. Alice Kean was played by LM Clohessy. Artemis Flynn was played by Liz Dokukina. Elain Carter was played by Paige Adams. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Mentioned medical malpractice
• Anxiety
• Child death mentioned
• Divorce
• Attempted murder
• Unreality
• Exhumation mention
• Suicidal ideation

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In Ethics' hospital, another new, risky (and let's be honest, shady) medical procedure is commencing.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JjVjLZbQBh6K7FJWJ_dzOU5k5xvHLRIqJjes3Rp9JvE/edit?usp=sharing

Mr Clayton was played by David Ault. Carmilla was played by Ollie Bannerman. Noah Morley was played by Sarah Griffin. Mark Clayton was played by Andrew Gorman. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Medical malpractice
• Cancer
• Child death mentioned
• Surgery
• Miscommunication 
• Betrayal

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Noah tries to talk some sense into Ian. Or, at least, talk some sense. Or maybe just talk.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Qi1liyaXg_eaz4Ca0BJ52U2QOpZsvQat3ixJTFkMkA/edit?usp=sharing

Mark Clayton was played by Andrew Gorman. Ian Jacobs was played by Rhys Lawton. Noah Morley was played by Sarah Griffin. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Unreality
• Imprisonment
• Depression
• Severe anxiety/anxiety attacks
• Mentioned child death
• Mentioned medical malpractice

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Rory and Noah go to the Factory to investigate a discarded missing persons case.

SFX in this episode build as the episode progresses. You may wish to consider reading the transcript even if this is not normally something you would do.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15wQ-Xd5qx0k655sXyD7pPJuqytLKZUE8d8zWtJQ_YeE/edit?usp=sharing

This episode you heard Evan Gwen Davies as Rory Nos, Sarah Griffin as Noah Morley, Ollie Bannerman as Carmilla, Avalon Willowbloom as Jamison, Michael Ireland as Arnold, Cai Gwilym Pritchard as Liam, Lumi Oakes as Sally, Briar Zachary as Jacob, Noah Bell as Nikki, and Finn Cresswell as Mike. It was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• In-world unreality
• Mentioned cannibalism
• Implied murder 
• Claustrophobia

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PODFST DETAILS: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/ethics-town-live/

Alex delves into the town's history. Or, at least, he tries to.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qpmjq2ucYrPSZUhl7NdMDtxWO_oJb_-ojKJe-niSx94/edit?usp=sharing

Alex Crane was played by Eli Labat Angstadt. Dr Clayton was played by David Ault. Artemis Flynn was played by Liz Dokukina. Elaine Carter was played by Paige Adams. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Unreality
• Implied loss
• Mentioned death

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Alice tries to move on with her life at a new job, but it's proving much harder than she thought.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GbiktfdU7Zar7X73DkTTHf1q8xuFkU3b9-Fv5Lj8Xso/edit?usp=sharing

Alice Jacobs was played by LM Clohessy. Carmilla was played by Ollie Bannerman. Stella Maes was played by Lou Bui. Jane Doe was played by Alexandra M. Barrow. With additional voices by Evan Gwen Davies and LM Clohessy. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Mentioned child death
• Depression
• Loss
• Character death

SFX:

• Heavy vocal distortion at times

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Artemis ruminates on the state of her life in Ethics now that she no longer seems to be the main character.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jgyb7hIkSAT7QDbM3nApurZl1bBhnf4VcsMFD7oqVaY/edit?usp=sharing

Artemis Flynn was played by Liz Dokukina. Elaine Carter was played by Paige Adams. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Mentioned mining disaster
• Mentioned death
• Severe depression
• Implied suicidality
• Parental neglect

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Addi attempts to record a quarterly report for the town whilst telling Rory a rather fishy story...

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xVH_N6B5p4RAIxE01mfrroiC6K-5LBhetxbzGd21G2Q/edit?usp=sharing

Addi Reay-Armstrong was played by Delilah Tahiri. Rory Nos was played by Evan Gwen Davies. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Mining disaster
• Death
• Poverty 
• Medical malpractice
• Pollution
• Capitalism
• Drowning
• Referenced child abuse

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Welcome back.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JEc8qy3qRLqS82GICqCiCj2cmvLTFpZ-JGQTLcY5Z2Q/edit?usp=sharing

You heard Delilah Tahiri as Addi Reay-Armstrong and Evan Gwen Davies as Rory Nos. With sound design by Cai Gwilym Pritchard.

Welcome to a fun Ghosts on a Train / Ethics Town variety experiment! Here we have two short (ish) episodes based around the theme of ‘revenge’, one created by the Ghosts on a Train team and the other by Ethics Town. You don’t need to have listened to either of these shows to enjoy this special!

You can find a full transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16Fw9X2X7s_jmrcgYUlJbFoLZJeu9jLiXUfyr5sP2Cf4/edit

Content warnings: Ghosts on a Train (30 secs to 17 mins)

•Loss of Self

•Mention of Teeth eating flesh

•Verbally Abusive Behavior towards teen from their guardian

•Loss of Limb

•Blood

•Wet squishing noises

This episode was written and sound designed by Greg Carrobis, with music by TJ Woods and Sebastian Black. Isak Kardera was played by Ben Bonadies, Jamu'kha was played by Jack Wisnosky, Andrel Anderson was played by Hannah Levin, Lady Ankhuset and the courier were played by Greg Carrobis.

Content warnings: Ethics Town (19 mins to 28 mins)

•Anxiety

•Sickness mention

•Murder mention

•Implied parental neglect

This episode was written by CL Hendry and sound designed by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. You heard Rhys Lawton as Ian Jacobs, Michelle Kelly as Ms Smith, LM Clohessy as Alice Jacobs, with additional voices by Evan Gwen Davies, Avalon Willowbloom, and David Kurze.

You can find out more about Ghosts on a Train here: https://www.faustiannonsense.com/ghosts-on-a-train

You can find out more about Ethics Town here: https://ethicstown.weebly.com/

Join our two-person BTS crew as they answer all the big, serious questions we didn't cover with the cast, such as: How much of Ethics Town was inspired by Sex and the City 2? What's your favourite thing for a little shed boy to say? And can you play the newly weds game, but every question is about the podcast you're working on?

(Plot and sound design. It's plot and sound design)

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kh0Jpe8EIts2DtUiDrdfVe4cWsTc2ADcCCIUhF__oGo/edit

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Many themes that appear in the show are discussed during this Q&A, but usually not in so much depth and in a more jovial manner
• Be prepared to hear people discuss imposter syndrome and death of a family member

SFX:

• All swears in the audio have been bleeped out with the sound of Cai playing an instrument that sounds like a slightly janky train whistle. Cai and CL *love* this sound, but it's not for everyone and can be jarring.

At work on Christmas day, Noah shares holiday snacks, festive tunes, and winter conspiracy theories with the latest poor soul whose cell they’ve been assigned to guard.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uMyez0P9zysM7DdRvPcHLRAPr3IDZbzRq24DJoYpAr4/edit?usp=sharing

Noah Morley was voiced by Sarah Griffin. Ian Jacobs was voiced by Rhys Lawton. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry with sound design by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content warnings:

• Incarceration
• Conspiracy theories
• Climate change denial
• Loneliness 
• Discussion of overstimulation 
• A very grumpy boi

SFX:

• CCTV Static

Rhys Lawton (January), Eli Labat-Angstadt (Alex), and Paige Adams (Elaine) answer all manner of weird and wonderful questions sent in by you lovely folks! Expect to hear about character headcanons, putting yourself out there, and why you should patronise your local small business.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Jq90TtVqSmE7u0Pe0DxLIjwavFYs8XiomvGhf8ZrSKo/edit?usp=sharing

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Many themes that appear in the show are discussed during this Q&A, but usually not in so much depth and in a more jovial manner
• Be prepared to hear people discuss medical malpractice and anxiety

SFX:

• All swears in the audio have been bleeped out with the sound of Cai playing an instrument that sounds like a slightly janky train whistle. Cai and CL *love* this sound, but it's not for everyone and can be jarring.

Rhys Lawton (January), Eli Labat-Angstadt (Alex), and Paige Adams (Elaine) answer all manner of weird and wonderful questions sent in by you lovely folks! Expect vague and tangential philosophical references, tumblr sexyman lore, and just so many people violently telling each other that they're great.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o9LLK-ohIKuVCS9Cxy8TTM-gKHxNu3-TRcBe0SQY9YE/edit?usp=sharing

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Many themes that appear in the show are discussed during this Q&A, but usually not in so much depth and in a more jovial manner
• Be prepared to hear people discuss insecurities and imposter syndrome

SFX:

• All swears in the audio have been bleeped out with the sound of Cai playing an instrument that sounds like a slightly janky train whistle. Cai and CL *love* this sound, but it's not for everyone and can be jarring.

You can find the aforementioned Pigeon's art here: https://www.instagram.com/aaron.sciencia/

If you want to see more absolutely incredible Ethics Town art I cannot recommend tumblr enough. The lovely folks there are making some astounding artworks and we appreciate them so much.

PLEASE READ THE CONTENT WARNINGS BELOW BEFORE PROCEEDING

PODFEST DETAILS: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/ethics-town-live/

Artemis finally comes face to face with the mayor of Ethics.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1orNzdItNKw0bscB4hzY2QiEdyZQ5b-OZI3TPGy-K8Gc/edit?usp=sharing

Ian Jacobs was voiced by Rhys Lawton. Artemis Flynn was voiced by Liz Dokukina. Grace Jacobs was voiced by Subhi Loganathan. Additional voices from: Paige Adams, David Ault, L. M. Clohessy, Evan Gwen Davies, and Sarah Griffin, Eli Labat-Angstadt, and Delilah Tahiri. This episode was written and edited by C. L. Hendry. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Political malpractice
• Addiction 
• Threats of violence
• Threats of suicide
• Medical malpractice
• Medical fatphobia
• Gun use
• Murder
• Child death
• Swearing
• Severe paranoia and anxiety
• Severe distress
• Heavy crying
• Unreality

SFX:

• Radio static
• Gun shots

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Artemis goes down into Ethics in an attempt to find out what’s really going on with the town, and is deeply disturbed by what she uncovers.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Oz_0GhhE383-BL45HAVWzhMq1IyqWtTutXfd22D7kSs/edit?usp=sharing

Artemis Flynn was voiced by Liz Dokukina. Grace Jacobs was voiced by Subhi Loganathan. Alice Jacobs was voiced by L. M. Clohessy. Elaine Carter was voiced by Paige Adams. Noah Morley was voiced by Sarah Griffin. Dr Clayton was voiced by David Ault. Alex Crane was voiced by Eli Labat-Angstadt. Addi Reay-Armstrong was voiced by Delilah Tahiri. Rory Nos was voiced by Evan Gwen Davies. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and edited by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

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Content Warnings:

• Deceit
• Distressed child
• Discussions of death and loss of a parent
• Crying 
• Unreality 

SFX:

• Radio static
• This episode changes very quickly between different setting atmosphere designs. If you're sensitive to these sorts of audio changes we would suggest listening without headphones

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January finds himself a little too close for comfort with the mayor. Growing restless with her situation, Artemis decides it’s time to take matters into her own hands.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Wiad3CoNm3ylZz6uj5aFuI5DnwWNAHx750_7ZkzFmBU/edit?usp=sharing

January Johnson was voiced by Rhys Lawton. Artemis Flynn was voiced by Liz Dokukina. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and edited by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Contemplation of suicide
• Addiction 
• Discussions of mortality and mental health
• Crying 
• Paranoia
• Unreality 

SFX:

• Radio static

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It’s been a few days without a political scandal, however a new realisation has now set January on edge. He and Artemis exchange stories in an attempt to figure things out.

TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uNq6cu8AiyQZyZppVDOVuMWX_YLIkh0tWCNwjxG4Y6M/edit?usp=sharing

January Johnson was voiced by Rhys Lawton. Artemis Flynn was voiced by Liz Dokukina. This episode was written and produced by C. L. Hendry and edited by Cai Gwilym Pritchard. Theme by Mick Zijdel.

Follow us @EthicsTownPod for updates.

Content Warnings:

• Death
• Addiction 
• Discussions of mortality
• Implied child neglect
• Paranoia
• Unreality 

SFX:

• Radio static

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