Best Bedtime In The Public Domain Podcasts (2025)

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Chapter 5 - In The Old Pasture 3:29

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Send us a text Having narrowly escaped Hooty the Owl, Peter Rabbit adopts a philosophical outlook, resolving to learn from the past rather than dwell on misfortune. Despite being sore and initially homesick in the unfamiliar Old Pasture, he finds comfort in the friendly briars and the rising sun. His curiosity is reawakened, and he eagerly anticipa…

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Sleep Story 366 – Father Thames (UPDATED) 34:16

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🌙 Bore You To Sleep Podcast with Teddy Gentle bedtime stories for adults who struggle with sleep Do you findyourself lying awake at night, unable to switch off? The Bore You To SleepPodcast is here to help. Hosted by Teddy, this podcast is designed to be comfortablyboring—a soothing escape that helps you drift off and stay asleep. Each episodefeatu…

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The Elderbush | Classic Fairytale for Sleep and Relaxation (Drift Back) 34:45

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New Colouring Book! Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully. Find your copy here Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight I’ll be re-sharing a gentle and enchanting bedtime story by Hans Christian Andersen called The Elderbush. This whimsical tale was …

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Chapter 4 - The Shadow With Sharp Claws 3:29

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Send us a text Peter Rabbit, focused solely on avoiding ground predators, carelessly overlooks the danger from above. As he hops confidently towards the Old Pasture, feeling increasingly safe, he dismisses a moving shadow as a cloud. Stopping for sweet clover, he ignores an inner warning. Suddenly, the shadow returns, and sharp claws tear his coat.…

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The Enchanted Fish - A Fairytale Bedtime Story 48:11

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Fall asleep fast to two fairytales featuring mermaids, The Enchanted Fish and The Mermaid and the Boy. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod O…

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Chapter 3 - Hooty The Owl Changes His Hunting Grounds 3:06

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Send us a text Hooty the Owl, a predator often struggling to find food for his young, complains about the scarcity of prey in the Green Forest and Green Meadows, attributing it to the presence of Old Man Coyote, Granny Fox, and Reddy Fox. Driven by hunger and necessity, Hooty resolves to find new hunting grounds and chooses the Old Pasture. Unbekno…

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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: Married Life Begins 41:05

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Tonight's bedtime story is the continuation of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your co…

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Chapter 2 - Peter Rabbit Plans A Journey 3:43

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Send us a text Having identified lonesomeness as his ailment, Peter decides a journey to the "Great World" is the cure, without fully considering potential new dangers. He plans to visit the Old Pasture, a place he's never been but heard much about, believing it to be no more perilous than his current home with Old Man Coyote and the Fox family nea…

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A Little Princess (Chapter 3) | Bedtime Story for Sleep 22:07

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Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 3. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible! US ➜ Click here CA ➜ Click h…

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Mrs. Peter Rabbit - Introduction 2:55

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Send us a text by Thornton W. Burgess | 1920 Step into the gentle world of Mrs. Peter Rabbit, a 1920 classic by Thornton W. Burgess, the American storyteller who turned bedtime tales into a love letter to nature. This story follows Peter Rabbit’s search for companionship, his marriage to Miss Fuzzytail, and their adventures in the old Briar Patch. …

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Chapter 1 - Peter Rabbit Loses His Appetite 3:56

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Send us a text Peter Rabbit experiences an unusual state of unhappiness and loss of appetite, a rare occurrence for him. This stems from a deep-seated lonesomeness, despite having a safe home and plenty of food. He attempts to cure his discontent by cutting new paths, but the feeling persists. Peter realizes his problem isn't external danger but an…

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Diary of a Provincial Lady 45:39

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Fall asleep fast to the Diary of a Provincial Lady by E M Delafield. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sleep b…

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Emily of New Moon: The Book of Yesterday - Classic Sleep Story 42:17

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Drift off to sleep tonight with the continuation of Emily of New Moon by L.M Montgomery. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy…

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Sleep Story 365 – Through the Looking Glass 36:57

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Tonight’s reading comes from Through the Looking Glass. Written by Lewis Carol and published in 1871, this story takes us on a journey where logic bends, time reverses, and a curious girl named Alice must navigate a chessboard world of poetic nonsense and peculiar characters to become a queen.🌙 Bore You To Sleep Podcast with TeddyGentle bedtime sto…

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Princess Goldenhair | A Bedtime Story to Help You Sleep 27:57

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Welcome! I am happy to share that my brand-new Drift Off Dreams Coloring Book is now available! With 33 soothing illustrations, it’s a cozy way to find calm at the end of the day. Find your copy here: https://mybook.to/DriftOffDreams Settle in for tonight’s story, Princess Goldenhair — a gentle fairytale with gentle soothing narration to help you d…

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The Bridal Party 43:50

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Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with this short story by F Scott Fitzgerald. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sl…

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Sleep Story 364 – Arts and Crafts of Old Japan 37:56

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Tonight’s reading comes from the Arts and Crafts of Old Japan. Written by Steward Dick and first published in 1906, this story takes us into the heart of traditional Japanese artistry as seen through the eyes of the author. 🌙 Bore You To Sleep Podcast with TeddyGentle bedtime stories for adults who struggle with sleepDo you find yourself lying awak…

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Yosemite: The Big Trees - Sleep Story 42:35

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Drift off to sleep tonight with a chapter from Yosemite by John Muir. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sleep …

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A Little Princess (Chapter 2) | Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep 21:03

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Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 2. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound I also only have a limited number of free promo codes left for my new audiobook, Tales to Help You Sleep Vo…

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The Three Golden Apples - A Greek Myth Bedtime Story (Encore) 42:58

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Tonight's bedtime story is The Three Golden Apples - an adaptation of a Greek myth by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It was first published in 1851 in his collection of stories called "A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys". A retelling of a Greek myth featuring the hero Hercules and his quest to retrieve three golden apples from the garden of the Hesperides. Sup…

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Romeo and Juliet - Classic Romance Sleep Story 36:14

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Tonight's sleep story is Romeo and Juliet retold by Edith Nesbit. You know the story of the ill-fated lovers Romeo and Juliet, originally written by William Shakespeare. This adaptation by Edith Nesbit condenses and simplifies the story but the end remains the same. If you're still awake, the second story is Much Ado About Nothing. A story you migh…

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Sleep Story 363 – The Fourth Dimension 37:06

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Tonight’s reading comes from the Fourth Dimension. Written by Charles Howard Hinton and published in 1904, this book is a mind-bending dive into the idea of space beyond our usual three dimensions, mixing abstract geometry with philosophical wonder in a way that really makes you rethink how we perceive reality.🌙 Bore You To Sleep Podcast with Teddy…

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Ep 10: The History Of Tom Thumb 12:48

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Send us a text by Richard Johnson | 1621 Tom Thumb is born the size of his dad’s thumb thanks to a little magic from Merlin. Tiny but fearless, he charges headfirst into a world far too big for him. He gets swallowed by a pudding, eaten by a cow, and still finds a way to come out ahead. From mouse-back rides to wild escapes, he keeps proving that s…

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A Little Princess (Chapter 1) | Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep 28:41

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Tonight we begin A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 1. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound Sweet dreams, Joanne xo I have a limited number of free promo codes for my new audiobook, Tales to Help You Sleep V…

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Pinocchio - A Classic Fairy Tale Bedtime Story (Encore) 40:55

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Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with the classic fairy tale bedtime story, Pinocchio. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of th…

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Sleep Story 362 – Jerome Cardan : A Biographical Study 37:20

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Tonight’s reading comes from Jerome Cardan - A Biographical Study. Written by W G Waters and published in 1898, this story looks at the life of the famous Italian renaissance mathematician, Gerolamo Cardano. 🌙 Bore You To Sleep Podcast with TeddyGentle bedtime stories for adults who struggle with sleepDo you find yourself lying awake at night, unab…

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Ep 9: Denslow's Humpty Dumpty 5:05

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Send us a text by W.W. Denslow | 1903 Meet Humpty Dumpty, a wobbly little optimist with one big fear: falling. Tired of living in constant worry, he sets out for advice and ends up with the Farmer's Wife, who gives him a whole new perspective. One quick boil later, Humpty is no longer fragile. He’s tough, fearless, and ready to take on the world. I…

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Ep 8: Rapunzel 10:16

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Send us a text by the Brothers Grimm | 1812 Rapunzel has hair for days and a view of nothing but sky, locked away in a tower by a controlling enchantress. A prince hears her singing, climbs his way into her life, and together they hatch a plan to break free. It doesn't go well. When they're caught, everything falls apart. The prince is blinded, Rap…

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Drift Off with the Final Chapters of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 37 & 38) 39:13

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Welcome friends! In tonight’s episode, I’ll be reading the final chapters of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. As we say goodbye to Anne’s early adventures in Avonlea, I hope this gentle and heartfelt ending brings a sense of peace and comfort to your evening. If you enjoy the podcast and find it helps you rest, please consider leaving a rat…

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The Broadcast Murder - Mystery Sleep Story 35:54

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Tonight's sleep story is a locked room mystery by Grenville Robbins. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sleep b…

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Love: Strangers - A Romantic Bedtime Story 36:58

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Feeling stressed? Relax with tonight's bedtime story, more chapters of Love by Elizabeth von Arnim, author of Enchanted April. A young man falls in love with and pursues a much older woman. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/…

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Sleep Story 361 – Middlemarch 36:52

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Tonight’s reading comes from Middlemarch. Written by George Eliot (the pen name of Mary Ann Evans) and first published in 1871, this story is part of a series that explores live in a provincial English town. My name is Teddy and I aim to help people everywhere get a good night's rest. Sleep is so important and my mission is to help you get the rest…

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Ep 7: Aesops Fables: Volume 1 5:49

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Send us a text by Aesop | 1484 Step into the world of Aesop's Fables, where animals talk, schemes unravel, and human nature gets put under the microscope. The slow-and-steady Tortoise schools the cocky Hare. A slick Fox throws an Ass under the bus to save his own tail. Greed wrecks everything in the tale of the Golden Goose, and a thirsty Pigeon le…

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Ep 6: The Three Billy Goats Gruff 5:32

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Send us a text by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe | 1843 Three hungry billy goats, all named Gruff, need to cross a bridge to reach greener pastures. The only problem is the nasty Troll waiting underneath, ready to turn them into lunch. One by one, the smaller goats use quick thinking to stall him. Then the biggest goat shows up and ends t…

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The Lost Half Hour - A Whimsical Tale for Restful Sleep 29:51

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Tonight’s bedtime story is The Lost Half Hour, a charming and whimsical fairytale written by Henry Beston. This tale follows a kind-hearted young man named Bobo as he sets off on a magical journey to find something most unusual—a half hour that has been lost. So get cozy, take a deep breath, and let yourself drift off as we journey into this gentle…

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His Father's Son - A Classic Sleep Story 38:51

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Drift off to sleep tonight with a classic sleep story by Edith Wharton. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Slee…

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Sleep Story 360 – The Giant Sequoia 36:24

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Tonight’s reading comes from The Giant Sequoia. Written by Rodney Sydes Ellsworth and published in 1924, this story explores the lives of some of the oldest living things on planet earth. My name is Teddy and I aim to help people everywhere get a good night's rest. Sleep is so important and my mission is to help you get the rest you need. The podca…

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Treasure Island: The Treasure Hunt - Adventure Sleep Story 40:56

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Tonight's sleep story is the continuation of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy …

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Ep 5: Hansel And Gretel 17:56

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Send us a text by the Brothers Grimm | 1812 Hansel and Gretel are two kids dumped in the woods when food runs out and desperation takes over. Lost and hungry, they stumble across a candy-covered house that looks like a dream but hides a nightmare. Inside waits a witch with a sweet tooth for children and a plan to fatten them up for dinner. But Gret…

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Ep 4: Denslow's Three Bears 6:57

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Send us a text by W.W.Denslow | 1903 Meet Golden Hair, a scrappy orphan with a good heart and a knack for making friends in wild places. One day she wanders into a disaster of a cabin owned by three very surprised bears: Papa, Mamma, and Tiny. Instead of running for the hills, she rolls up her sleeves and helps turn their chaos into comfort. What s…

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By the Shores of Silver Lake - Little House Series for Sleep (Final Chapters 30 - 32) 18:44

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Tonight, join me for the final chapters from By the Shores of Silver Lake (Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder). In this episode, we’ll journey with the Ingalls family as they begin their new adventure in their new Homestead on the Dakota prairie. Settle in, take a deep breath, and let the soothing narration guide you to peaceful sleep. Goo…

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No Name - A Classic Sleep Story 48:16

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Tonight's sleep story is the opening of the classic novel by Wilkie Collins. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just…

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Great Expectations: Joe Meets Miss Havisham 36:43

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Tonight's sleep story is the continuation of Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of t…

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Sleep Story 359 – Old Greek Education 36:09

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Tonight’s reading comes from Old Greek Education. Published in 1882 and written by John Petland Mahaffy, this book provides a detailed look at ancient Greek education practices. My name is Teddy and I aim to help people everywhere get a good night's rest. Sleep is so important and my mission is to help you get the rest you need. The podcast is desi…

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Ep 3: The Emperor's New Clothes 12:08

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Send us a text by Hans Christian Andersen | 1837 Welcome to the ridiculous saga of a fashion-obsessed Emperor who gets absolutely played by two scam-artist weavers. They promise him a “magical” fabric that only smart or worthy people can see. Spoiler: there is no fabric. Still, everyone nods along like it's couture on parade, terrified to admit the…

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Ep 2: The Story of the Three Little Pigs 7:16

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Send us a text by Frederick Warne & Co. | 1904 Three little pigs head out to make their way in the world. One builds with straw, another with sticks, and the last one with bricks. The Big Bad Wolf shows up ready to blow their plans to pieces. The first two pigs learn the hard way that shortcuts don’t hold up under pressure. But the third pig? He’s …

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Ep 1: Cinderella; or, The Little Glass Slipper 8:39

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Send us a text by Charles Perrault | 1889 Get ready to dive into the beautifully messed-up tale of Cinderella, a kind soul stuck under the thumb of her nightmare stepmom and two goblins in wigs. Just when it looks like scrubbing floors is her forever plan, a little magic flips the script. Rags to ballgown, pumpkin to limo, and one night to make it …

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The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 35 & 36) 29:17

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Welcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley and the breathtaking charm of Prince Edward Island. In this part of t…

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Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter 43:31

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Tonight's bedtime story is a Sherlock Holmes mystery by Arthur Conan Doyle. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just …

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It's storytime! 1:15

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Send us a text Welcome to Storytime with Kray, where public domain meets public opinion—and everything is read in a voice so smooth it could sell overpriced whiskey or convince a goose to pay rent. This episode is just a quick hello, a little intro to what this podcast is all about. No fancy sound effects, no dramatic reenactments—just me, some cla…