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The Tape Recorder Trilogy

Geoff Micks
Carthage
Rome
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Trojan War
Constantinople
Tyre
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Dedi
Hannibal Barca
Tin
Mount Atlantis
Islam
Ice Age
Beginning
Himalayas
Icarus
Iapyx
Pharaoh Khufu
Charlemagne
Dutch East India Company

In 2015, a man who has been alive since the last Ice Age bought a tape recorder, and over the course of three days he dictated his life story as fast as he could while waiting for a woman to visit who he believes will finally be the death of him.

Based on the novels Beginning, Middle, and End written by Geoff Micks, this podcast is a work of historical fiction spanning from the very beginning of h... more

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(1899 - 1917 CE · England) 

Who was the boy in the silver picture frame? The Narrator describes the happiest time of his long life, and how it led to the worst day he can remember. 

Based on Chapter 13 of End by Geoff Micks.

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A mid-season extra episode giving further information behind the making of The Tape Recorder Trilogy podcast, a few insights into past and future projects, and some additional content.

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 (~1842 - ~1890 CE · The United Kingdom & the Oceans of the World) 

The Narrator discovered the ultimate evolution of the sailing ship, fell madly in love with it, and could not imagine it would ever go from revolutionary to obsole... more

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 (~1600 - ~1842 CE · The Netherlands, the United Kingdom, & the Oceans of the World) 

The Narrator describes how capitalism in its infancy dabbles in mania, rewards inefficiencies, and funds great evils in the name of progress, eve... more

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Geoff Micks
Host and narrator of the series, a writer with works on historical topics and a focus on longevity and myth-informed history.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Great everything!

    Great story & great VO. It’s a story of an immortal (maybe?), man who has lived & retelling his life since the Stone Age, basically my catnip. Very well done & I look forward to these episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Accesette
    United States5 months ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts. Happy each Monday night. Alt-scifi-history. Reminds me of the Casca novels from years ago & has plausible history.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PodSleeper
    6 months ago
  • Must Listen!

    Such a captivating story , I’m so happy there’s a new episode because I’ve been missing this ever since I found the first season! Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sugmanitu
    United States9 months ago
  • Beautiful!

    I am so glad to have found this great podcast which, in turn, introduced me to the wonderful book series. Right from the get-go, I found this to be a beautiful and compelling narrative of an impossible life story that spans the full history of humanity. With its beginnings long before the concept of written histories, what ultimately makes this tale so uniquely believable is an exacting level of detail in the description of the people, places, differing societal structures, and how the peoples o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fuzzystuff1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing Story Well Told

    I love this format and this characters narrative! Deep history and anthropology in a story format is irresistible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poochensens
    Spaina year ago

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Q&A Mailbag Bonus Episode: The Tape Recorder Trilogy
Q: Is there a belief the Inca and Zulu stories take place in the same universe as the Tape Recorder trilogy?
Yes, the author envisions a shared universe where characters and events cross over, allowing a narrator to interact with or reference figures from different eras, enriching the overarching mythos.
Q&A Mailbag Bonus Episode: The Tape Recorder Trilogy
Q: Are there authors or heroes who influenced your writing style?
The guest discusses inspirations from Kurt Vonnegut, Wilbur Smith, Gary Jennings, Bernard Cornwell, James Clavell, Mary Renault, Hilary Mantel, Colleen McCullough, and others, noting how each influenced voice, research depth, and the approach to myth and history without mimicking any one author.
Q&A Mailbag Bonus Episode: The Tape Recorder Trilogy
Q: What was the hardest part of writing these books?
The hardest part was balancing rhythm and pacing across three books; creating a structure where each half of a book contains both personal storytelling and historical explanation while ensuring the overall arc remains coherent and satisfying.
Q&A Mailbag Bonus Episode: The Tape Recorder Trilogy
Q: How did you choose which historical events to feature in your trilogy, and were there events you wished you could include but couldn't?
The author explains a guiding rule: each chapter should be a short story that can stand on its own or in a two-chapter arc, chosen to fit pacing and the framing device; many potential events were discarded for pacing or narrative cohesion, though he notes several ideas (like Beethoven's dueling pianist) that were left out for logistical reasons.

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A historical fiction audio drama where a man who's lived since the Ice Age dictates his life story over a few days, weaving through vast stretches of human history. Episodes center on ancient civilizations, myth, exploration, and grand themes like longevity, memory, and empire-building, all told in a vivid, audio-narrative style. The show blends meticulous historical detail with speculative fiction and personal recollection, creating a ambitious saga that spans prehistoric times to more recent eras, anchored by a distinctive, immersive storytelling voice. A standout element is the author-narrator's lifelong perspective, which enriches episodes with a sense of centuries-long continuity and personal stakes, making it appealing to listeners wh... more

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