Sleepy Stories
Arianna McCarthy
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A calming storytelling podcast designed to help listeners unwind and fall asleep. Each episode features gentle, cozy tales told slowly with comforting scenes and peaceful moments. It aims to find magic in everyday life and can be enjoyed with full attention or as background noise while drifting off. New episodes are released every Tuesday, with community voting held from Sunday through Wednesday.
Episodes
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Lakeside 09.07.2026 44mA well-loved chair.A few forgotten grains of sand.A perfect summer afternoon. -
A Few Dozen Cookies 30.06.2026 54mThe best recipes are rarely complicated.Flour.Butter.Vanilla.And enough time to enjoy the company beside you. -
Turning Soil 24.03.2026 27mA walk across town.A garden prepared for spring.Steady, quiet work. -
Morning Routines 17.02.2026 30mWarm tea, quiet rituals, and fifty-three years of love moving in gentle harmony. -
A Perfect Bouquet 03.02.2026 27mTrimmed stems, tied ribbons, and thoughtfully given care. Steady work, familiar rhythms, and a love that returns softly to the hands that give it. -
Storm Soup 27.01.2026 28mStorm SoupA quiet winter evening spent inside as snow falls, soup simmers, and warmth gathers slowly.Settle in, listen gently, and let the storm pass outside while you rest. -
Sage, Thyme & Honey 20.01.2026 26mHoney, Sage & ThymeA quiet winter morning in a warm greenhouse, where herbs are tended gently and old wisdoms still linger. We move through rosemary, sage, and thyme, small rituals offer comfort, subtle magic, and permission to rest.This is a soft story about listening closely, moving slowly, and finding warmth in the simplest remedies.Settle in.Nothing is asked of you.Let winter be gentle. -
Clove & Crumb 13.01.2026 31mWelcome back to Sleepy Stories: Stories for Sleep.In this episode, we step into the quiet warmth of the bakery just before the day begins. Ovens hum softly, mugs are set out with care, and familiar faces drift in one by one as the town slowly wakes.This story is full of small rituals, comforting routines, and the simple kindness of shared mornings. There’s no rush, no urgency — just the steady rhythm of coffee, treats and quiet connection.Sleep tight. -
A Walk Through Town 06.01.2026 28mWelcome to the world of Sleepy Stories.Tonight we join two of the town's newest residents and their pup, Bissell, as they unpack their new home and take a journey through town.Porch lights glow softly.Footsteps fall into an easy rhythm.The smells of something delicious floats in the wind.A calm, cozy episode designed to help your body relax, your thoughts soften and your mind drift gently toward sleep. -
Welcome to Sleepy Stories 30.12.2025 3mWelcome to Sleepy Stories: Stories for Sleep.This is a short episode just to say hello.My name is Arianna, and I’m here to help you drift toward sleep in a cozy, slow, and intentional way.Believe it or not, there’s a bit of science behind why bedtime stories can help us rest. In this welcome episode, I’ll share a gentle explanation of how these stories work and what you can expect while you’re here.The stories you’ll hear are light and cozy, meant to help you unwind and let go of the day. They’re written with adults in mind, but they’re always family-friendly and meant to feel safe and comforting.There’s nothing you need to do while you’re here.You don’t need to pay close attention, and you don’t need to stay awake.If sleep comes quickly, you can let it.If it doesn’t, you’re still welcome to rest and listen.So get comfortable, take a slow breath…and when you’re ready, let’s begin.
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