logo
episode-header-image
Jul 2019
25m 34s

At The Summer Fair

Wellness Loud
About this episode

Our story tonight is called “At the Summer Fair” and it’s a story about a yearly tradition and how it changes in the different summers of your life. It’s also about plums taken from the icebox, a handmade cup wrapped in paper, and strolling along the river as the streetlights blink on above you.

So get cozy and ready to sleep.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up next
Yesterday
New Path
Our story tonight is called New Path, and it’s a story about a late summer stroll through high grasses and shaded glens. It’s also about coneflowers and crushed stone, lifting the hair from the back of your neck to feel the breeze, an eagle’s nest lined with moss, a cool creek to ... Show More
41m 32s
Aug 21
The Corner Store (Encore)
Originally Aired: August 28th, 2022 (Season 10, Episode 13) Our story tonight is called The Corner Store, and it’s a story about the aisles of the neighborhood grocery where there are always interesting things to discover. It’s also about a display of school supplies, a recipe fr ... Show More
32m 32s
Aug 18
Early Signs of Autumn
Our story tonight is called Early Signs of Autumn, and it’s a story about turning leaves and a slight spicy scent on the breeze. It’s also about zucchini bread and hot coffees traded for iced, school supplies and new mysteries at the bookshop, orange candles, shifting evening lig ... Show More
30m 43s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2024
A Summer Day in the Village, Three Ways
Our stories today follow three separate villagers through a summer day to see how they spend it. We’ll start with Magic Words, a story about starting out on the right foot, a walk into town for breakfast, and the joy of following the subtle signs of the world around you on your w ... Show More
35m 30s
May 2023
The Best Summer Ever
Today's story comes to us from our friend Rebecca Cunningham of the Girl Tales podcast. Ginnie and her brother Ambrose were all ready for what they were convinced would be the best summer ever. Unfortunately their parents had different plans, follow along to find out how they end ... Show More
19m 49s
Aug 2021
Summertime Slaughter
Summer is a time for vacation and relaxation. The weather brings trips to the beach, summer camp, an oasis of sun and play. But the kind of heat this summer can make some people go crazy. And it’s the kind of heat that can summon the devil. First, summer camp nightmare Followed b ... Show More
32m 59s
Jul 2023
Summer in The Meadow | Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Sleepy Summer Journey
Unwind as you meander through a meadow in the summertime, learning of each flower that you pass. This edutainment bedtime story will soothe and comfort you and gently lull you into sleep.  🔥 Download and install our FREE app http://bit.ly/SoothingPodSupport the showThank you for ... Show More
38m 25s
Feb 2024
Soup, Coffee, & a Show
Today's stories look at projects and practices that can make us feel awake, alive, and connected. We’ll start with All Day, At Home, a story about quiet reflection and delicious food. Then, we’ll head to the Theatre on Opening Night to leave flowers in the green room and walk thr ... Show More
31m 12s
Jun 2021
The ’90s Summer Jams No One Should Ever Get Over
Every summer comes with a soundtrack, usually made up of the latest and greatest pop songs that keep us blowing out our speakers from the car to the beach all season long. But there's something about the summer jams of the '90s that will always hold a special place in hearts. On ... Show More
49m 36s
May 2017
Ep 79: The books we can't wait to read this summer
WARNING: today's episode might make you long for a warm sandy beach, a cozy cabin, or a French villa... wherever your heart longs to vacation, that's where you'll want to be. That's right, Anne is talking SUMMER READING today with the help of WSIRN insider Melissa Klassen! Meliss ... Show More
40m 6s
May 2023
seizing the summer season
EP47 - this summer is not about looking perfect, having the best tan or being on top of every single part of our life. this summer is about fun, making memories, allowing ourselves the opportunity to grow and accepting ourselves exactly as we are. i talk fast in this episode and ... Show More
50m 50s
Aug 2023
Ep 394: Our team's best books of summer
In what's become a bit of a tradition, members of our team are pairing up on today's episode to share the summer reads we've loved this year and talk about what summer reading means to each of us. From the titles we haven't been able to stop thinking about to the tropes and trend ... Show More
1h 8m
May 2024
Ep 430: Summer Reading Guide 2024: We're going to Book Camp!
This week is all about summer reading, because our 2024 Summer Reading Guide is out this Thursday! Our Summer Reading Guide is one of the highlights of our year. Anne spends months reading and vetting both anticipated new releases and under-the-radar gems, resulting in the guide' ... Show More
1h 6m