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Boxes and Tape
by Todd Van
Not every broken relationship ends with a dramatic goodbye. Some end quietly.Boxes and Tape tells the story of a relationship that slowly folded inward—conversation by conversation, room by room. Arguments turned into distance. Distance turned into silence.Written and narrated under the pseudonym Todd Van, this memoir explores emotional isolation inside a relationship and the quiet moment when someone realizes survival may mean walking away.
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Chapter 1 ~ After The Uniform
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 2 ~ The Unit
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 3 ~ Anatomy of Control
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 4 ~ Controlled Burn
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 5 ~ The Gravity of Her
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 6 ~ The First Thing That Broke
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 7 ~ The Cost of Stability
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 8 ~ Basecamp
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 9 ~ The Greenhouse
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 10 ~ 100 Degrees
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 11 ~ I Didn't Quit Drinking That Day
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 12 ~ The Weight of the Unit
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 13 ~ Even Sober
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 14 ~ Two Escape Plans
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 15 ~ Scorched Earth
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 16 ~ Realizing the Wrong
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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Chapter 17 ~ Boxes and Tape
This mini-series is based on personal experiences but has been dramatized for storytelling purposes. Certain names, characters, details, and events have been changed or fictionalized. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the creator, is coincidental.The views, interpretations, and recollections expressed in this series are those of the creator and are presented as personal perspective. This content is intended for storytelling and entertainment purposes.The creator’s voice and likeness are protected and may not be used, replicated, or synthesized using artificial intelligence or other technologies without explicit written consent.This series contains themes of trauma, abuse, and emotional distress that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.This audio, including narration, script, characters, and production, is the intellectual property of the creator. No part of this work may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission.© 2026 Todd Van ~ All rights reserved.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Not every broken relationship ends with a dramatic goodbye. Some end quietly.Boxes and Tape tells the story of a relationship that slowly folded inward—conversation by conversation, room by room. Arguments turned into distance. Distance turned into silence.Written and narrated under the pseudonym Todd Van, this memoir explores emotional isolation inside a relationship and the quiet moment when someone realizes survival may mean walking away.
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