Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

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Can’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 slower second telling to ease you into rest. Trusted by listeners for over seven years and streamed more than 180 million times, it’s a ritual of safety, comfort, and sleep. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠Premium channel.⁠⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 Find our bestselling book Nothing Much Happens in over 20 languages worldwide.

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The Tea Shop

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

03/09/20 • 29 min

Our story tonight is called The Tea Shop and it’s a story about a carefully prepared cup of tea drunk on a cool morning. It’s also about a cat with a crooked tail, a memory of belonging, and the days on the edge of a new season.

So get cozy and ready to sleep.

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Shooting Stars

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

12/26/22 • 31 min

Our story tonight is called Shooting Stars and it’s a story about a wish made in the quiet of the new year. It’s also about shaking off the chill of winter, a soft towel fresh from the laundry, and the deep peace of being at home with yourself.

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In the Library

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

10/08/18 • 21 min

Our story tonight is called “In the Library” and it’s a story about a day spent in the cool quiet company of books. It’s also about an early morning cup of coffee, the first cool days of Autumn, and the excitement of a new book.

So get cozy and ready to sleep.

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Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

03/06/20 • 0 min

Having trouble sleeping? Join Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai for bedtime stories where nothing much happens to help you relax and sleep peacefully. The stories are a soft landing spot for your mind. Rather than letting your brain race through the same thoughts you’ve been chasing all day, we are taking a detour to a calm and comfy place. We tell the story twice and go a bit slower the second time.

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Spring in the Yard

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

05/12/18 • 28 min

Our story tonight is called “Spring in the Yard” and it’s a story about getting outside at the end of a long winter, being in the fresh air, and tidying things up. It’s also about quiet companionship, dogs, and the last fire of the season.

So get cozy and ready to sleep.

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The Innkeeper's Blanket

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

01/23/23 • 30 min

Our story tonight is called The Innkeeper’s Blanket and it’s a story about a favorite hobby, rediscovered in the quiet of winter. It’s also about a simmering pot in the kitchen, geese gathering before they fly, and making something by hand that is perfectly imperfect.
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The Cabin in the Woods

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

11/04/19 • 27 min

Our story tonight is called “The Cabin in the Woods” and it’s a story about a trip along winding roads and a special place at the end of them. It’s also about pine cones high in their branches, a jigsaw puzzle spread out on the kitchen table, and a calm quiet feeling that comes from being far away from everything.

So get cozy and ready to sleep.

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All Day, At Home

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

02/24/20 • 28 min

Our story tonight is called All Day, At Home and it’s a story about tucking yourself away from the world for a bit. It’s also about watching winter from a window seat, red pepper flakes from the Italian coast, and the joy of minding one’s own business.

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The Front Door and The Back Door

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

04/20/20 • 26 min

Our story tonight is called The Front Door and the Back Door and it’s a story about a bit of Spring Cleaning inside and outside the house. It’s also about butterflies drawn in chalk on the sidewalk, a message arriving at the just the right moment, and seedlings waiting for their chance to grow.

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Rosemary For Remembrance

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

10/07/19 • 26 min

Our story tonight is called “Rosemary, for Remembrance” and it’s a story about preparing a garden for the coming frost. It’s also about a row of pumpkins waiting to be claimed, what the poets have to say about herbs, and the unending generosity of nature.

So get cozy and ready to sleep.

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Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep currently has 378 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Fiction and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep?

The episode title 'The Tea Shop' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep?

The average episode length on Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep is 32 minutes.

How often are episodes of Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep released?

Episodes of Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep?

The first episode of Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep was released on Apr 28, 2018.

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