241 – How the First Letter was Written

Zzz . . . Boo . . . Conk out to this spooky short story by Charles Dickens – "The Signalman" zzz For an ad-free version of Sleepy, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/sleepyradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate $2! Or cli ... Show More

Zzz . . . Booo . . . Tonight, drift off to this spooky tale – "The Beetle" by Richard Marsh zzz For an ad-free version of Sleepy, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/sleepyradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate $2! Or click ... Show More

Zzz . . . Boooo . . . For our first snoozy October reading – "The Moth" by H.G. Wells zzz For an ad-free version of Sleepy, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/sleepyradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate $2! Or click the blue ... Show More

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading of Sherlock Holmes, perfect for sleep and relief from insomnia. Gentle narration helps you relax as you explore the fascinating world of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous detective. Benjamin’s steady cadence offers a soothing way to quiet yo ... Show More

Linguistics: the science of how we talk, why grammar rules exist, and why no one follows them. Explore phonetics, syntax, and the mysteries of human speech—perfect bedtime reading if you find grammar debates thrilling. Want more?Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/ ... Show More

A timeless bedtime story about a seed that sleeps in the heart of the earth for a thousand years before quietly beginning to grow. This meditative dreamtime myth explores stillness, gentle awakening, and the beauty of becoming in your own time. Start The Clear Mind Quest—a free 5 ... Show More

Relax and unwind with an abridged retelling of Friedrich Nietzsche ’s "Thus Spoke Zarathustra". Explore the profound philosophical themes of wisdom, transformation, and self-discovery in this timeless story. Let the serene narration ease your mind and guide you into a peaceful an ... Show More

A sleepy tale about a young girl who hears an ancient song and discovers what it means to carry both sorrow and joy, and to return home with a heart made new. It’s a gentle story of wings and wind, of silence and song, and of how even the stillness of winter holds a promise. Try ... Show More

Drift off with a calm, slow-paced bedtime reading about Venus. Discover the planet’s atmosphere, surface, and place in our solar system while your mind relaxes and lets go. You’ll learn something new without needing to stay awake, thanks to Benjamin Boster’s natural, soothing cad ... Show More

Tonight, you’ll hear the first part of a new Sherlock Holmes story The Hasty Holiday. This is written by long-time contributor Gillian, who writes these stories under Mabel Swift. The story is here. Holmes and Dr Watson receive a visit from a client who is concerned about the wel ... Show More

Unwind with a calm, slow-paced bedtime reading about the politics of the United Kingdom. Learn how this system of government works while your mind relaxes and lets go. Benjamin Boster’s natural, soothing cadence helps you fall asleep peacefully. No whispering, no hypnosis, just g ... Show More

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Unwind with this calm bedtime reading on trees, designed to help you relax and drift into sleep while easing insomnia. Trees have shaped our world, and this gentle reading offers both learning and peace for restful nights. Discover their roles in nature, culture, and history, all ... Show More