Sleepy
Otis GrayDoze off to classic stories with Sleepy. Each week, baritone host Otis Gray reads old books in a low, rhythmic tone to lull you into a deep slumber so you can have a fresh start the next day. Sweet dreams. Zzzzzz
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 563 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthHealth & Fitness | |||
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Zzz . . . Sleep deeply to this snoozy reading of "Early Autumn" by Louis Bromfield zzz
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Zzz . . . Drift off to this mid-week short story – "The Singing Lesson" by Katherine Mansfield zzz
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Zzz . . . Sleep deeply to this rhythmic Rudyard Kipling reading – "Puck of Pook's Hill" zzz
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Zzz . . . Conk out to this midweek short story from Friendship Village – "Herself" – by Zona Gale zzz
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- Zzzzzz
Has helped me sleep so well, his voice quiets my usually racing brain and it’s my favorite part of my nightly routine. (My story request: the porcelain pony in the igloo bedtime stories for girls)
Apple Podcasts5Mothmage(^3^)
United States13 days ago - Sleep help legend 🙌
I have only made it through to the end of 1 story so far and I’ve listened almost every night since I found this show. I listen on 0.8x playback speed. Sweet dreams 😴
Apple Podcasts5Uturutftyejd
Australia22 days ago - Helps me settle into sleep soothing & relaxing
I have come back to Sleepy over & over. The episodes are engaging & relaxing, my favorite sleep series. Nothing as cozy as being read a bedtime story *****
Apple Podcasts5greyfinch7United Statesa month ago - Dreamy
Dreamy voice. Dreamy stories. Sleepy me. I never make it past 10-15 mins. Best sleep podcast by far. Thank you Otis 🫶🏼
Anything by Enid Blyton would be magical.
Apple Podcasts5CassandraBluth
United Kingdom3 months ago - Helps a lot
Hi Otis. I’m a big fan of you. But you have helped me sleep MUCH better. I used to have a lot of nightmares but now I have a few nightmares a year. Thanks to you and your podcast I can sleep better. So thank you so very much for your help and for your time reading these books and I appreciate you for the time you’ve spent reading these books. It help me and can help a lot of other people and people who also have trouble sleeping and having nightmares as well. So thank you for your help, time and... more
Apple Podcasts5HvuvfhycgygUnited States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #45 | United States/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
Apple Podcasts | #146 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Canada/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
Apple Podcasts | #124 | United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
Apple Podcasts | #139 | Canada/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #90 | Australia/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
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What is Sleepy about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Listeners gravitate to a calm, baritone narration that guides them to sleep by blending long-form readings of classic literature with gentle commentary and sponsor notes. Episodes feature a steady cadence reading works from a wide range of authors, often pairing immersive, lullaby-like delivery with cozy personal reflections and brief ads at natural pauses. The format tends to emphasize mood, atmosphere, and reliable sleep cues, with seasonal themes and fan engagement helping to sustain a long-running nightly routine. A notable strength is the consistent, soothing voice and careful pacing that many listeners describe as essential for drifting off, making it a strong pick for those who want literature, minimal friction during ads, and a reli... more
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1. Send Me To Sleep
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3. I Can’t Sleep
4. Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep
5. The Sleepy Bookshelf
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Sleepy launched 9 years ago and published 563 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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2. Mark Hyman, M.D.
3. GennaRose Nethercott
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