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 | 563 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionHealth & Fitness | |||
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Originally Aired: May 5, 2025 (Season 15, Episode 36)
Our story tonight is called The Lilac Booth, Part Two, and it’s a story about a lovely spring day at the farmer’s market and the sweet smell of a favorite flower. It’s also about street food and ... more
Our story tonight is called The Garden Center, or, The Left-Handed Snail, and it’s a story about a quiet corner of the plant nursery where a slow moving community is coming together. It’s also about push brooms and dropped leaves, shadows in the gloa... more
Originally aired April 28, 2025 (Season 15, Episode 34)
Our story tonight is called The Lilac Booth, Part 1, and it’s a story about a Spring morning at a familiar farm house. It’s also about bullfrogs and garden clogs, old vases collected from frie... more
Our stories tonight feature a fan favorite character who has been known to get up to some gentle floral-related trouble. We’ll come along for a lilac heist in the countryside, then spend some time restoring an old house, and finally visiting the farm... more
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- BEST THING EVER
This podcast has made such an impact on my sleep and the people who are negative about these comments, BACK OFF!!!!☺️
Apple Podcasts5Kassidy F
United States7 days ago - best thing ever
I’m 11 and this podcast makes sleep so much easier. People saying “too many ads” and also people having a problem with they them pronouns need to back off Kathryn is so amazing😍😴
Apple Podcasts5boo hatersUnited States13 days ago - Fewer Encores, please!
I’ve been listening for years and absolutely love these stories to help me quiet my busy mind and fall asleep! I would give five stars were it not for the fact that even paying for Premium there are a LOT of repeated stories. Having already replayed every episode twice, I really don’t love only getting one new story per month. Occasional bonus episodes and no ads are great, but I may not renew my Premium subscription again.
Apple Podcasts4EmjelliesUnited States15 days ago - Love it!
Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Clarity in FocusUnited States16 days ago - Love it
Sometimes I can have a hard time sleeping. This podcast is PERFECT. If I could,I would rate this a 1000/5. Great for people who have hard time sleeping or have insomnia . Thank for putting me to sleep Kathryn!!
Apple Podcasts5SamCat🐈🐈⬛
Canada18 days ago
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Spotify | #18 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #149 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #8 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Spotify | #19 |  United Kingdom/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #72 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #4 | Canada/Health & Fitness |
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A soothing, sleep-focused storytelling series led by Kathryn Nicolai, featuring gentle, soothing narratives designed to calm the mind and ease listeners into rest. Episodes often center on cozy, ordinary moments—seasonal changes, small acts of kindness, cooking, friendship, family, and reflective vignettes—told in a quiet, contemplative voice and replayed with a slower second telling to aid relaxation. A standout trait is the consistently comforting cadence and emphasis on safety, community, and mindfulness, making it a reliable ritual for winding down at night. The show occasionally introduces longer-form sponsorship elements, but the core experience remains stationary, lullaby-like storytelling crafted to help listeners sleep. Potential l... more
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