Newly orphaned Ishmael Wang finds himself forced off the only planet he knows and thrust into deep space when he takes a job as mess deck attendant on a freighter that plies the spacelanes among the stars. Follow along as Ishmael works his way through the ranks as an interstellar merchant mariner from the lowest quarter share until he finally earns an owner's share at the helm of his own company. Along the way he finds a new family, a sense of purpose, and - eventually - himself.
Latest episodes
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Owner's Share Episode 30
Owner's Share Episode 30
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
In the conclusion, Ishmael and the crew meet Kurt and discover who
Jun 1 2025 51 min
Owner's Share Episode 29
Owner's Share Episode 29
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael starts the healing process and the ship gets underway once
May 29 2025 41 min
Owner's Share Episode 28
Owner's Share Episode 28
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ms Maloney recieves a summons. An extended layover in Greenfields g
May 25 2025 40 min
Owner's Share Episode 27
Owner's Share Episode 27
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
After getting some advice from William Simpson, Ishmael returns to
May 22 2025 41 min
Owner's Share Episode 26
Owner's Share Episode 26
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
The ship takes a full load of passengers back to Diurnia. On arriva
May 18 2025 38 min
Owner's Share Episode 25
Owner's Share Episode 25
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
When the ship gets to Greenfields, a nosy newsy confronts Ishmael.
May 15 2025 37 min
Owner's Share Episode 24
Owner's Share Episode 24
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
With his credentials finally in order, Ishmael takes his first payi
May 11 2025 41 min
Owner's Share Episode 23
Owner's Share Episode 23
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael continues to have problems with his steward's endorsement a
May 8 2025 34 min
Owner's Share Episode 22
Owner's Share Episode 22
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
When information starts leaking from inside the ship, Ishmael is fo
May 4 2025 35 min
Owner's Share Episode 21
Owner's Share Episode 21
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael runs into more problems with his Steward's Endorsement. Thi
May 1 2025 30 min
Owner's Share Episode 20
Owner's Share Episode 20
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
The ship gets underway for Ten Volt. Ms Arellone makes a startling
Apr 27 2025 40 min
Owner's Share Episode 19
Owner's Share Episode 19
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael discovers a hidden talent among the crew and works around t
Apr 24 2025 33 min
Owner's Share Episode 18
Owner's Share Episode 18
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael takes another test but gets tied up in red tape. A friend f
Apr 20 2025 35 min
Owner's Share Episode 17
Owner's Share Episode 17
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
The ship makes the jump to Welliver. Ishmael finds a new cargo and
Apr 17 2025 38 min
Owner's Share Episode 16
Owner's Share Episode 16
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
With cargo loaded, the ship departs for Welliver and the crew begin
Apr 13 2025 37 min
Owner's Share Episode 15
Owner's Share Episode 15
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael stands watch with his new quarter share crewman. The ship r
Apr 10 2025 36 min
Owner's Share Episode 14
Owner's Share Episode 14
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
The ship stocks up and Ishmael receives a visitor. Finally stocked
Apr 6 2025 45 min
Owner's Share Episode 13
Owner's Share Episode 13
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
A bit of crew bonding results in an unfortunate photo. Ishmael sees
Apr 3 2025 29 min
Owner's Share Episode 12
Owner's Share Episode 12
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
After a surprising press conference, Ishmael gathers a crew and get
Mar 30 2025 34 min
Owner's Share Episode 11
Owner's Share Episode 11
Book 6 in the Trader's Tales From the Golden Age of the Solar Clipper series
Ishmael starts getting the ship in order but things don't go smooth
Mar 27 2025 29 min
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Nathan Lowell’s writing is like slipping into a perfectly imagined, fascinating world full of interesting people you’d like to meet. Hard and bad things happen, but within a warm, rich setting. I enjoy how the realistic details grounds the story. You know what? I like reading books centered around a smart, decent, likable central character. It shouldn’t be so surprising, but it is. Mr. Lowell’s writing is comfortable to spend time around, like a boss and job you still remember fondly decades later.
EllizaM · Apr 2026
I discovered this recently and have gotten sucked into the story and characters. The writing is very good and his narration is spot on. I haven’t been this drawn into a podcast for a long time. When I found out it’s almost 20 years old I was surprised because there’s nothing about the story or audio quality that makes it seem dated.
Puck Scode · Mar 2026
I find myself chuckling aloud at least once an episode. Truly excellent writing. The story has such deep textures - a delight to listen.
LewisLauren · Sep 2025
I can’t praise this highly enough. I was a Sailor, and Mr. Lowell’s description of life aboard ship (albeit in a different medium) is a perfect reflection of the triumphs, tragedies, and humor of those days. The story, setting, and characters could stand up to the Hornblower series easily, and might even earn a place beside Patrick O’Brien. Narration and music are excellent, too.
riverrat_dave · Dec 2024
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