Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep
Wellness LoudCan’t sleep? You’re not alone—and there’s help. Nothing Much Happens is a bedtime story podcast beloved by millions. Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai tells soothing, cozy stories where—just as the title says—nothing much happens. That’s the magic. Instead of spiraling thoughts or anxious scrolling, you’ll be gently guided to a calm, comfortable place. Each episode is read twice, with a ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 490 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessFiction | |||
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Originally Presented as Season 10, Episode 22, October 31, 2022
Our story tonight is called Behind the Curtain, and it’s a story about two friends meeting for the first time. It’s also about a copper kettle simmering on the stove, a gentle approach ... more
Our story tonight is called The Gatekeeper Tree, and it is ever-so-gently a spooky bedtime story. I know that’s not for everyone, so if it’s not for you, the good news is that we have hundreds of other episodes to listen always at your fingertips. Th... more
Originally presented as Season 10, Episode 21, October 24, 2022
Our story tonight is called The Curios Shop, and it’s a story about a little shop in downtown Nothing Much, that takes the right set of circumstances to be found. It’s also about creaky... more
Our story tonight is called Rosewater and Witch Hazel, and it’s a story about reclaiming your sparkle on a moonlit night. It’s also about a grey cat and a friendly neighborhood shop for needful things, flower petals and vanilla pods, brown paper and ... more
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- Army Vets Wife says Thank You
Kathryn, THANK YOU. I’m married to an army veteran for 46 years. He’s had struggles with sleep for a LONG LONG time (his story to tell). Well his story is a big part of my story and his lack of sleep was tough on us both. One of his VA docs heard about “Nothing Much Happens” so we tried it. AMAZING!!! Him, committing to a regular time to settle down and me reminding him, that he had committed to that time has made our lives so much better. I listen to all 3 of your podcasts:
“First This”, in th... more
Apple Podcasts5Bets2u
United States14 days ago - I miss being able to subscribe
I absolutely love this podcast and subscribed for a couple of years. Unfortunately I am not in a position to subscribe anymore and the podcast has essentially lost all use because the ads are so hard to tune out when I’m trying to fall asleep. I wish I could buy just one ad free story from this author/artist on another platform. I just can’t pay every month. Or I wish the ads were more soothing.
Apple Podcasts3LuciaEverlastingUnited States14 days ago - I love this show!!!
Thanks, Kathryn! I have had severe anxiety for five years now (most of my life, I’m eleven) and therefore if I tucked in at nine I would not be asleep until twelve, sometimes even one. But no longer! This helps so much! I’m even doing better in school because of it. Better sleep, better (I was going to say grades but really…) better everything. Thanks again!
Apple Podcasts5⭐️💫🌟✨star girlUnited States20 days ago - Loud Ads Will Wake You Up
I found this podcast years ago when it was pretty new and it immediately helped with my insomnia. I’ve returned to it again years later as my insomnia has creeped back up and now there are loud ads at the start of every episode. There basically is no free version anymore if you want to actually sleep. It’s infuriating. I feel forced to pay for the subscription, and as a result I’m probably going to have to find a new sleep podcast. It’s a bummer. The content and delivery in this podcast is great... more
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Spotify | #16 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #157 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #11 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Spotify | #16 |  United Kingdom/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #35 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #203 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
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This podcast features soothing bedtime stories designed to help listeners transition to sleep. The narratives are narrated by a skilled storyteller, creating a calming atmosphere infused with relatable themes and sensory imagery, leading listeners towards relaxation. Over the course of many episodes, topics often highlight the beauty of ordinary moments, seasonal changes, and community connections, utilizing gentle humor and warmth to evoke nostalgia and peace. Uniquely, stories are read twice, with a slower second telling that allows listeners to settle into a restful mindset before sleep, making it a beloved choice for listeners around the world who seek comfort and tranquility before bedtime.
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1. Stories from the Village of Nothing Much
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4. Get Sleepy: Sleep meditation and stories
5. Sleep Magic: Sleep Hypnosis & Meditation for Sleep Podcast
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this podcast launched 7 years ago and published 490 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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