Sleepy Time Tales Podcast Creating A Restful Mindset Through Relaxing Bedtime Stories

 On the Origin of Species By Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin We pick up this weeks sleepy non-fiction with the struggles for species to survive in the seminal ‘On the Origin of Species’ I boringly tell you about the challenges various species face to their survival, and the features they develop in order to ensure their success compared to other species. But as much as it may seem like this is exciting, believe me it is not. You will definitely find yourself counting zzzz’s before long. Story (04:11) Need help with a Podcast? As you know I left my job at the end of July to spend more time with my family. To earn a living, I have started a company to edit and produce podcasts. From basic podcast edits to full handling of all post-production tasks including show notes and publication. I’ve even found that doing all of the work setting up a podcast for clients is quite popular. It’s not hard, just time consuming for busy people with other work to prioritise.  So if you or someone you know need

Fast Friends and Sleepy Times in Moby Dick Moby Dick; Or, The Whale by Herman Melville We pick up this week where we left off in Moby Dick a while ago. With out protagonist leaving church and stating to get to know his initially unwelcome housemate. The sweet story of their growing friendship will help distract you from resisting sleep as you listen to Dave’s reading in this episode of the podcast. So, get ready to relax, close your eyes, and let our stories transport you to a place of calmness and peacefulness. Sweet dreams! Story (03:15)  Need help with a Podcast? As you know I left my job at the end of July to spend more time with my family. To earn a living, I have started a company to edit and produce podcasts. From basic podcast edits to full handling of all post-production tasks including show notes and publication. I’ve even found that doing all of the work setting up a podcast for clients is quite popular. It’s not hard, just time consuming for busy people with other work to prioritise.  So if y

Woman's Work in Music by Arthur Elson Soothing Bedtime Stories: Women's Work in Music Edition Welcome to our latest podcast for those who struggle with insomnia or simply need a calming and relaxing activity before drifting off to dreamland. In today's episode of "Soothing Bedtime Stories," we feature some of the most inspiring and empowering stories about women in music. Narrator Dave will take you on a journey through the lives of legendary female musicians, and composers from history whose remarkable contributions in music have left an indelible mark in the music. Tonight focussing on German composers from Clara Schumann and finishing off with various French composers of the late 19th Century the reading is crafted to allow you to find peace and tranquillity as you drift off to sleep. So, get ready to relax, close your eyes, and let our stories transport you to a place of calmness and peacefulness. Sweet dreams! Story (03:13) Need help with a Podcast? As you know I

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott We pick up with some tense conversations at an otherwise relaxing picnic, then move on to the March girls sharing an afternoon of relaxed activity. Ge get some more insights of everyone’s personalities and it’s all rather charming. But this is a bedtime story, read by me, so you won’t hear much of it. Sleep well.

A History of Art for Beginners and Students: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture It’s been over a year since we last listened to this book, and I’m not sure what because this is a recipe for a good night’s sleep. We pick up with talk about the relative merit of ancient Greek and Roman painting, touch on mosaics and move into the early medieval arts. But you won’t be awake anymore when we get there. Happy sleeping.

The Wood Beyond the World by William Morris This seminal fantasy doesn’t really get going in the course of tonight reading as our protagonist leaves his strained home to sail the seas. But there is an enticing air of mystery that won’t be enough to stop you from falling asleep as you listen to me telling you this story. Happy sleeping.

Astronomy: The Science of the Heavenly Bodies by David P. Todd Learn more about the differences between reflective and refractive telescopes, then we move on to the science of spectroscopy and learning what stars are really made of. But I’m sure you won’t stay awake and will find sleep knocking very soon as I read tonight’s work to you. Happy sleeping.

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen A party isn’t normally the recipe for a good night’s sleep. But a Pride and Prejudice party with all the rules and chatter won’t get in the way of your rest as I’m sure you will be counting sheep very soon. Happy sleeping.

The Republic by Plato This is a very boring one, so I feel safe guaranteeing you will be asleep before getting far as Plato present Socrates holding forth about justice vs injustice and… stuff. I read this two days ago and barely stayed awake reading. So this will help you sleep for sure. Happy sleeping.

Birds and their nests by Mary Howitt A detailed study of the methods of birds building their nests. Fall asleep while listening to the methods of wrens and chaffinch’s to construct their warm and comfy homes. Happy sleeping.

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald The Great Gatsby is an all-time classic high school reader and has seen multiple movie adaptations. So I’m adding my sleepy interpretation to the pile to help you get a good night’s rest. I’m sure this waffle will help you get your sleep. Happy sleeping.

Sleepy Stories of the Ancient Olympics to Help You Sleep The book of the ancient Greeks by Dorothy Mills Learn about the ancient rituals of the Olympic games and the origins of the Greek city states. Or fall asleep while I’m telling you about them and don’t learn anything. Which is far more likely.

Night and Day by Virginia Woolf Virginia Woolf’s snappy dialogue and deep insights make this an interesting read, but I won’t keep you awake as I make this as boring as possible to help you get a good night’s sleep. Happy sleeping.

Old Glass and How to Collect it by J. Sydney Lewis Learn English history through the medium of the glass produced during different events. Learn about the wannabee Stuart dynasty and the marks used to denote support of the usurpers. Or just fall asleep because it’s not all that fascinating. Happy sleeping.

Things get rough in this reading of Wuthering Heights. To the point that I left out a significant chunk of domestic violence so as to not disturb your sleep. Don’t worry. I’ll take care of you so you can get your rest. Happy sleeping.

Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 1 by Charles Mackay We pick up with the financial resurrection of Regency period France, but the bubble is about to burst. Is the tension building, or are you drifting away to sleep? Happy sleeping.

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett Mary meets the source of the mysterious crying she’s heard. To find that the master of the house has a mysterious sickly son. She helps him fall asleep, and their conversation will help you relax and get your own rest. Happy sleeping.

The Elements of Geology by William Harmon Norton This episode we go into excruciating detail about how rivers erode and develop equilibrium with the landscape they run through. It’s interesting if dry, but it will definitely help you fall asleep. Happy sleeping.

The Description of a New World, Called the Blazing-World by Duchess Margaret Cavendish This 1666 proto-sci-fi novel explores philosophy and science from a 17th Century perspective, even nodding at germ theory. But you’ll be nodding off well before then as the soporific discussion with the Empresses various forms of Beast Man drone on. Happy sleeping.

The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin Relax and get ready for a cozy night in with this week's episode of the Sleepy Time Tales Podcast! Tonight we continue our exploration of the work of Charles Darwin. Ever wanted to know the selection pressures on animals or plants? And what factors prevent explosive population growth? No? Don’t blame you and luckily you’ll be fast asleep very soon after starting this episode. Story (04:55) Need help with a Podcast? As you know I left my job at the end of July to spend more time with my family. To earn a living, I have started a company to edit and produce podcasts. From basic podcast edits to full handling of all post-production tasks including show notes and publication. I’ve even found that doing all of the work setting up a podcast for clients is quite popular. It’s not hard, just time consuming for busy people with other work to prioritise.  So if you or someone you know needs a podcast edited or any podcas