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 | 506 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionHealth & Fitness | |||
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Our story tonight is called Outside at Night, with my Dog, and it’s a story that you might have read if you have my book, but has never appeared on the podcast before. I picked it to read for you this week in tribute to my own dogs, as we are healing... more
Originally presented as Season 14, Episode 51
Our story tonight is called Thanksgiving at the Cabin, and it’s a story about a walk through the woods with a friend to start the day. It’s also about the sun on your face, empty branches, and squirrels,... more
Our story tonight is called After Dinner, and it is the third part in a series featuring some favorite animals in the Village of Nothing Much. You could go back and listen to the previous two if you’ve missed them, but you’ll probably be asleep in a ... more
Originally Presented as Season 12, Episode 31
Our story tonight is called The Joy of Missing Out, and it’s a story about recharging your body when your battery has run down. It’s also about frost on the windows, reading a favorite book snuggled deep... more
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So Good! I would be better though if you had more marmalade&crumb!
Apple Podcasts5ttw73
United States14 days ago - Thank you for the characters, they mean a lot to some
Leaving a review as a counter to some of the others about the “politics” in the episodes being too much. If you find other people existing to be too political, I’m honestly not sure what to tell you. I was quite happy to see (or I suppose hear) the inclusion of characters that were like me, it was very nice.
Apple Podcasts5Grakkee KanoxUnited States15 days ago - LOVE LOVE LOVEEEE
I love this podcast so so much it is a great way to help me fall asleep and most of this time when I wake up in the morning I can’t remember what happened. That’s how good it works. Some people are saying that there are too many adds but that is not a problem because of a few reasons. 1 this magical button that you press and you can fast forward 2 if you listen tot his on Apple Podcasts you can put on a sleep timer that it will stop when the episode ends so no ads will interrupt your slumber. An... more
Apple Podcasts5Its_Missswiftie13United States16 days ago - two snoozers, one perfect podcast
I absolutely adore Nothing Much Happens…and so does my cat. Every night my girl Lacey curls up next to me, and the moment the bedtime stories start, she’s out cold and full-on snoring. I usually have such a hard time turning my mind off, but hearing her little snores while the story unfolds helps me settle in, lock into the calm, and start my own snoring right behind her. This podcast has become such a comforting part of our nightly routine. 💛🥰🐾
Apple Podcasts5lilopdelilUnited States18 days ago - Some minor changes please
It’s good, but I wish that you were still reading the ads yourself. It’s much harder to fall asleep to now, but I sometimes still use it to fall asleep. My favorite episode is ship in a bottle. Please start reading the ads again. P.S.: I really appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to write hundreds of relaxing stories to help people who have trouble falling asleep!
Apple Podcasts1🚶🏻♂️🦊United States18 days ago
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Spotify | #17 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #116 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Spotify | #16 |  United Kingdom/Health & Fitness |
Spotify | #171 |  Canada/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #39 | Canada/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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3. Just Sleep - Bedtime Stories for Adults
4. Get Sleepy: Sleep meditation and stories
5. Sleep Magic: Sleep Hypnosis & Meditation for Sleep Podcast
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this podcast launched 8 years ago and published 506 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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