Podcasts about Bedtime

What if owning less could help you parent with more calm, confidence, and connection?In this episode of the Sustainable Parenting Podcast, Flora McCormick sits down with Joshua Becker of Simplify Magazine to explore how minimalism supports dependable calm, and deeper relationships with ourselves and our kids.We talk about how clutter quietly fuels stress, power struggles, and yelling — and how simplifying your home can become one of the most effective positive parenting strategies for more calm in your home life. Joshua shares practical ways to set visible boundaries kids can understand, why parents go first, and how fewer toys often lead to better listening, deeper play, and more cooperation.This conversation also challenges the idea that “more” creates a better childhood. Instead, we explore how minimalism helps families align time, money, and energy with their values — raising resilient kids, and raising confident kids.In this episode we discuss:Minimalism as a positive parenting strategy.Parenting benefits when you have environmental calm.How LESS is definitely more, in terms of raising resilient and confident kids.✨Want more? ✨NEW✨ pdfs and short video lessons on Respect, Bedtimes, Power Struggles and More: ON ETSY!✨ Get my 3 KEYS to Calm, Confident Parenting (30 min. FREE webinar) - https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63640a05c74edb4b6bdce1f3✨ Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast. OR ✨Schedule a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting, so we can answer any questions you may have about working with Flora.

check out the patreon for more episodes and video of each episodeHere we are with this week's episode! The BEDTIME episode!!!Today Tom and Demi are going deep on deep sleep. The time of slumber. Topics of conversation include: sleep paralysis demons. And I'm not sure what else because yawwwwwn I started to get sleeeeeeepeeeeeememememememe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drift off with calm bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia as you gently explore the story of the Esalen Institute. This calm, bedtime reading for sleep offers a peaceful way to learn while soothing a restless mind and easing insomnia symptoms. Benjamin reads with a slow, steady, and reassuring cadence, sharing the history and philosophy of this well-known retreat center in a way that feels comforting and unhurried. There is no whispering or guided techniques here—just calm, fact-filled bedtime reading meant to relax your thoughts while you learn something new. This episode is ideal for winding down after a long day, quieting anxiety, reducing stress, and helping insomnia fade into the background. Settle in, press play, and allow gentle learning to guide you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Esalen Institute, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esalen_Institute), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The full version of this episode (40 minutes & Ad-free) is available for Silk+ Members (FREE for a limited time!) and includes access to over 600 more episodes from these podcasts: Calm History (120+ episodes) History Showcase (25+ episodes) Sleep Whispers (430+ episodes) ASMR Sleep Station (50+ episodes) 1 & 8-Hour Nature Sounds (50+ episodes) 1 & 8-Hour Background Sounds (30 episodes) … Continue reading *Sample* | Pirate Ned Low & Castaway Philip Ashton: A Twisted Tale of Kindness, Cruelty, & Patty Hearst | Bedtime Sleep Stories about History (Bonus Episode #78)

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An 11yo boy executes his sleeping dad over confiscated Nintendo & orders to go to bed! The family had just celebrated his birthday - hours before he opened fire. A fugitive mom shoots her infant in the face, to dodge a custody handover with his dad...Plus, "poolice" on the prowl to make sure you clean up after your pooch! Jennifer Gould reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Title: Relaxing Rain and Thunder to Reduce Anxiety at BedtimeDescription:In this episode of "Thunderstorm: Sleep and Relax in the Rain," sink into a calming soundscape of gentle rain and distant thunder designed to ease anxiety as you prepare for sleep. Let the rhythmic patter of raindrops and the soft rumble of thunder wash away the day's stress, creating a peaceful environment that helps quiet your mind and soothe your body.Imagine yourself wrapped in a cozy blanket, safe and serene, while nature's calming sounds gently lull you toward restful sleep. Whether anxiety has kept you awake or you simply want to unwind after a busy day, this episode provides a natural, comforting backdrop to help you relax and find tranquility.Tune in, breathe deeply, and allow the sounds of rain and thunder to guide you into a night of deep, restorative rest.DISCLAIMER

Here's a taster of our new Premium-only story.  To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service. Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available. You can find more Animal Tales at https://www.spreaker.com/show/animal-tales-the-kids-story-podcastA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

In this encore episode,  I dive into the surprising reason your brain won't let you sleep at night, even when nothing is actually wrong.You'll learn:Why insomnia is rooted in survival, not broken sleepHow wakefulness becomes linked with fearThe role hyperarousal plays in keeping the cycle aliveThe difference between real danger and perceived threatWhy trying to fix sleep often backfiresHow understanding the brain supports real, lasting recoveryThis conversation reveals how perceived danger, not wakefulness itself, keeps insomnia going, and how neuroplasticity allows the brain to unlearn fear and return to sleep naturally.Connect with Beth:

What do we do when our kids are disrespectful — they aren't listening, and they have attitude — and it starts draining the life out of us?This week on the Sustainable Parenting Podcast, I'm joined by my husband for a candid, coffee-on-the-couch conversation about disrespectful behavior in kids, the number one frustration I hear from dads in parent coaching. Together, we explore why this issue sparks so many power struggles, how moms and dads often experience it differently, and what's really happening beneath the surface when kids push back.We break down the top two reasons kids come across as disrespectful, and then share a Positive Parenting Strategy that surprises many parents. (Spoiler alert: how to get kids to listen has far less to do with fixing your child — and far more to do with shifting how we respond as parents.)You'll hear us wrestle with the tension between gentle parenting and firm boundaries, and land on a grounded, realistic middle road rooted in Kind and Firm Parenting, Positive Discipline, and Calm Confident Parenting. This episode offers practical tools to stop power struggles with kids, set clear limits without yelling, and respond to disrespect without escalating the conflict.If you're craving parenting without yelling, wondering how to stop tantrums and back talk, or hoping to raise respectful, resilient kids while staying connected, this conversation will feel validating, honest, and doable.Pull up a seat, sip your coffee with us, and join us as we explore how to guide kids with both kindness and firmness — at the same time.✨Want more? ✨Black Friday Savings: The Calm Cooperation Toolkit & Emotional Resilience Toolkit (BIG SAVINGS): ✨Schedule a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting, so we can answer any questions you may have. Together, we'll make a plan for your best next steps to have more calm & confidence in parenting - while having kids that listen!:) ✨NEW✨ pdfs and short video lessons on Respect, Bedtimes, Power Struggles and More: ON ETSY!✨ Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen, for strategies that take you out of the "gentle mom - monster mom" cycle, with effective positive parenting strategies. ✨ Sign up for an upcoming LIVE ONLINE workshop with Flora, or purchase a past replay: https://sustainableparenting.com/workshop where you get 30 min. of learning and 30 min. of LIVE Q & A time, with replays sent afterwards.✨ Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) ...

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Something mysterious is happening to the apartments of Canopy Towers, and it's down to one plump rat to work out what.Written especially for this podcast by Simon.  If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review.  And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you.  Animal Tales Books!Collections of Animal Tales children's stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLJQZ9C9?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (one per week) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.   Discover a brand new story every Monday, Wednesday and Friday – just for you!  You can find more Animal Tales at https://www.spreaker.com/show/animal-tales-the-kids-story-podcastA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

TALK TO ME, TEXT ITEver felt your point evaporate the moment someone jumps in? We explore why interruptions happen, how the brain races ahead with anticipatory replies, and what actually keeps the floor when conversations speed up. The surprising hero is small and powerful: a deliberate command pause that signals importance, calms the room, and helps your words land without getting louder or longer.We walk through how to frame a thought so listeners lean in, then use a beat of silence that snaps attention back from prediction to presence. It's a simple shift with outsized impact, especially in fast-paced talks or emotionally loaded moments. Along the way, we admit our own missteps—banter that feels fun to one person can feel like cutting off to the other—and share how those patterns nudge people into self-censoring. If you've ever watched someone go quiet after being interrupted, you'll recognize the cost: less trust, fewer ideas, and a colder room.The conversation widens to another attention battleground: sleep. Revenge bedtime procrastination steals hundreds of hours because late-night “me time” feels like the only time we own. We dig into why autonomy wins over rest and offer simple, realistic boundaries that still respect that need for space: one show, one chapter, one message, then lights out. We also push past clicky outrage—like the viral almond milk gross-out—because focus is a finite resource. Instead, we end on community and gratitude: tipping stories, small rituals that anchor a week, and the sudden loss of a favorite mom-and-pop salon that reminds us why presence matters.If you want better conversations, steadier nights, and sharper attention, this one gives you tools you can use today. Listen, try the frame-and-pause, and tell us what changed. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs the pause, and leave a quick review to help others find us.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showTip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.comX - @americanistblog

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Drift off with a calm bedtime reading about birch trees, designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This peaceful bedtime reading blends calm facts and natural history with a soothing pace that helps quiet the mind for sleep and rest from insomnia, as Benjamin gently explores the world of birch trees—their distinctive bark, habitats, and quiet role in ecosystems—while keeping the tone slow, steady, and comforting. You can relax as you learn something new, guided by a calm, reassuring cadence that never whispers, just simple educational reading meant to soothe. This episode is ideal for listeners dealing with insomnia, stress, anxiety, or restless nights, offering a safe mental focus that encourages relaxation and drowsiness. Settle in, get comfortable, and press play as calm knowledge carries you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Birch, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birch) and Birch bark, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birch_bark), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Relax and fall asleep fast with this deep sleep story for grown-ups set in an immersive winter landscape. Hunker down as the snowstorm of the century brings a chance to slow down and settle in this bedtime story, "Blizzard at the Cabin." A walk through the charming village for supplies brings you back to the cabin as the storm rages outside and you find comfort with a beloved pet and companion. Camp out by the fire in a pile of soft blankets and surrender to the soft, bleary boundaries of slumber. It's time to dream away.Original Script, Narration, Production, and Sound Design by Michelle Hotaling, Dreamaway Visions LLC 2026 All Rights Reserved✨YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/michellessanctuary

You're not alone if your toddler is clinging to you at bedtime or sneaking into your bed at night, but that doesn't mean it has to STAY that way!In this episode, attachment based sleep coach Heather Boyd helps your toddler sleep in their own bed without the battles, while staying responsive and loving. Whether your toddler is starting to resist bedtime or your whole family is exhausted from night wake-ups, this episode gives you practical, realistic, and gentle strategies for reclaiming sleep.Here's what we are covering:Why 12–24 months is such a common age for sleep space strugglesIs it realistic to expect your toddler to sleep in their own bed all night?How to encourage independence while staying responsive and nurturingAdjustments to bedtime routine and sleep environment to support the transitionGradual vs. “all-in” approaches for moving your toddler to their own bedTools to support toddler sleep: clocks, comfort items, and moreHandling mid-night bed exits without reinforcing clingy behaviorResponding to protests and crying without escalating bedtime battlesSetting boundaries without turning bedtime into a power struggle----------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT LINKS•✨ Join our Mom Club on Patreon HERE ✨

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Do griffins really exist? A hedgehog and a skunk aim to find out.Written especially for this podcast by Alice.  If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review.  And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you.  Animal Tales Books!Collections of Animal Tales children's stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLJQZ9C9?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (one per week) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.   Discover a brand new story every Monday, Wednesday and Friday – just for you!  You can find more Animal Tales at https://www.spreaker.com/show/animal-tales-the-kids-story-podcastA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

This gentle bedtime ritual draws on the ancient practice of Kriat Sh'ma al haMitah—the recitation of the Sh'ma before sleep. As the day comes to a close, participants are guided to release what has been done and what remains undone, making space for rest, trust, and repair. Through breath, brief reflection, and softly spoken words from the Sh'ma and surrounding tradition, this practice invites a sense of protection, forgiveness, and surrender. It is not about belief or perfection, but about ending the day with presence and care—placing the soul back in God's keeping, and allowing the body to rest. Ideal for anyone seeking a sacred, grounding close to the day and a more peaceful transition into sleep.

Host Rosa Coelho opens the episode with a personal story about family and loss, then shares the single biggest change that improved her health: stopping doomscrolling in bed. She explains how the habit harmed her sleep, mood, memory and appearance. Rosa outlines three practical steps that finally broke the cycle: keep your phone in the ensuite, never let your phone touch the bed or nightstand, and use an old phone stripped of apps as a dedicated alarm. She also adds sleep-boosting tips—consistent bedtime, reading physical books, and tracking sleep with a wearable—and invites listeners to join her Simply Strong program.   Connect with Rosa on instagram @rocofit  or email info@rocofit.com

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The full version of this episode (41 minutes & Ad-free) is available for Silk+ Members (FREE for a limited time!) and includes access to over 600 more episodes from these podcasts: Calm History (120+ episodes) History Showcase (25+ episodes) Sleep Whispers (430+ episodes) ASMR Sleep Station (50+ episodes) 1 & 8-Hour Nature Sounds (50+ episodes) 1 & 8-Hour Background Sounds (30 episodes) … Continue reading *Sample* | Historical Sea Monsters: Leviathan, Stronsay Beast, Montauk Monster, Gloucester Serpent, Hydrarchos, & Lake George Monster | Bedtime Sleep Stories about History (Bonus Episode #76)

Drift off with a calm bedtime reading that gently supports sleep and helps ease insomnia through quiet learning. This calm bedtime reading is designed for sleep, offering a peaceful focus for minds affected by insomnia and restless nights. Tonight, Benjamin explores the baseball term “battery,” explaining the unique relationship between pitcher and catcher in a slow, soothing way that helps you relax while you learn. His steady cadence and fact-filled delivery create a comforting atmosphere with no whispering, just gentle education meant to quiet the mind. This episode is ideal for listeners navigating insomnia, stress, or anxiety who enjoy drifting off while absorbing something interesting. Settle in, press play, and allow the calm rhythm to guide you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Battery (baseball), Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battery_(baseball)), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read with permission from Glossary of baseball terms, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_baseball_terms), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's a taster of our new Premium-only story.  To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service. Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available. You can find more Animal Tales at https://www.spreaker.com/show/animal-tales-the-kids-story-podcastA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

 Hello from the Classic Children's Story podcast. We bring you narrations of classic children's stories of all kinds to keep your young ones entertained, read by a professional voice actress. The themes range from animal stories to stories that teach, to classic favourites like Tom Thumb, Red Riding Hood and more.Today we're starting a new classic book, “The Wind In the Willows”, a story which tells of the much loved adventures of Mole, Rat, Badger, Toad and Otter. Have a listen and see what happens.Music from Dreamland - Aakash Gandhi  So, cuddle up to your little ones, settle in, and enjoy.  Visit us on Instagram at “sleepstories_fairytales_4kids ”.  Visit us on BlueSky at - @sleepstories4kids.bsky.socialIf you'd like to help support our work, & buy us a yummy coffee or a cuppa, please pop over to  ko-fi.com/sleepstoriesandfairytales4kids, we've got some thoughtful rewards for our supporters.   You'll also find a lot of cute things, videos and artwork. We also have a membership club, where the members will receive a shoutout, and have access to videos recorded exclusively for the members.    Visit us at,  ko-fi.com/sleepstoriesandfairytales4kids   Want to hear more stories? Our Subscribers Club offers a selection of special stories recorded only for the members. You can tell which those are because you'll see a nice orange label with a crown next to those episode titles. Our Supporters Club via Spreaker: spreaker.com/podcast/classic-children-s-story-podcast--4219679/support    AND … If you'd like to watch some stories read by us on video, why not visit our new YouTube Channel – “Sleep Stories and Classic Fairy Tales For Kids” - dedicated to making videos that entertain & empower kids with stories, affirmations, tapping (EFT) etc. And, you'll also find stories, riddle quizzes, elearning videos, songs and more. They're all lovingly and enthusiastically read on-camera for kids – https://www.youtube.com/@SleepStoriesandFairyTales4U     We also have a website of stories, riddles, positive affirmations for kids and more. It's here - www.sleepstoriesandfairytales4kids.com Be sure to pop by and read the new original stories!    

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Bedtime can be a really hard time of day for many families. If bedtime has been long, stressful, and feels like a battle, then this episode is for you! There are many reasons bedtime can turn into a struggle. In this episode I'm walking you through some of the most common reasons I see for challenging bedtimes. Bedtime can be a peaceful and connected time with our babies and toddlers. The key is evaluating where things aren't working and being willing to experiment with new ideas. Connect with Kim Instagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

Drift off with calm bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia as we explore the surprisingly cozy history of Cheez-It. This peaceful bedtime reading blends gentle facts and simple storytelling to help quiet a restless mind and guide you toward sleep as Benjamin calmly reads about how Cheez-It came to be, how they're made, and why they've remained a familiar comfort food for generations. You'll learn something new while relaxing, letting the steady cadence and unhurried pacing soften stress and anxiety, with no whispering—just calm, fact-filled bedtime reading meant to help with insomnia, sleeplessness, and winding down after a long day. Press play, get comfortable, and allow yourself to drift off naturally. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Cheez-It, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheez-It), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read with permission from Hardtack, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardtack), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read with permission from Cracker (food), Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cracker_(food)), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if setting family goals didn't feel overwhelming—or like one more thing to get right?In this episode, I'm sharing a gentle, realistic approach to setting family goals for 2026 that offer direction without pressure and intention without perfection. Instead of rigid resolutions or systems that fall apart by February, we talk about how families can choose a shared target—and allow the path there to flex as life unfolds.You'll learn:Why family goals work best when they function as a compass, not a contractHow to create goals that support calm, connection, and cooperationWhat to focus on if you want lasting change without power strugglesHow small shifts (not big overhauls) create meaningful momentumI also walk you through a simple Family Goals Reflection Guide: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4434156021/family-new-years-resolution-goals-pdf-to,  you can download in the show notes—designed to help your family reflect on tech, connection, fun, service, wellness, and relationships in a way that feels supportive and doable.If you're craving a calmer, more intentional year—this episode is your starting point.✨Want more? ✨Black Friday Savings: The Calm Cooperation Toolkit & Emotional Resilience Toolkit (BIG SAVINGS): ✨Schedule a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting, so we can answer any questions you may have. Together, we'll make a plan for your best next steps to have more calm & confidence in parenting - while having kids that listen!:) ✨NEW✨ pdfs and short video lessons on Respect, Bedtimes, Power Struggles and More: ON ETSY!✨ Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen, for strategies that take you out of the "gentle mom - monster mom" cycle, with effective positive parenting strategies. ✨ Sign up for an upcoming LIVE ONLINE workshop with Flora, or purchase a past replay: https://sustainableparenting.com/workshop where you get 30 min. of learning and 30 min. of LIVE Q & A time, with replays sent afterwards.✨ Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) ...

Welcome back to Snafu with Robin Zander. In this episode, I'm joined by Jeff Jaworsky, who shares his journey from a global role at Google to running his own business while prioritizing time with his children. We talk about the pivotal life and career decisions that shaped this transition, focusing on the importance of setting boundaries—both personally and professionally. Jeff shares insights on leaving a structured corporate world for entrepreneurship and the lessons learned along the way. We also explore the evolving landscape of sales and entrepreneurship, highlighting how integrating human connection and coaching skills is more important than ever in a tech-driven world. The conversation touches on the role of AI and technology, emphasizing how they can support—but not replace—essential human relationships. Jeff offers practical advice for coaches and salespeople on leveraging their natural skills and hints at a potential future book exploring the intersection of leadership, coaching, and sales. If you're curious about what's next for thoughtful leadership, entrepreneurship, and balancing work with life, this episode is for you. And for more conversations like this, get your tickets for Snafu Conference 2026 on March 5th here, where we'll continue exploring human connection, business, and the evolving role of AI. Start (0:00) Early life and first real boundary Jeff grew up up in a structured, linear environment Decisions largely made for you Clear expectations, predictable paths Post–high school as the first inflection point College chosen because it's "what you're supposed to do" Dream: ESPN sports anchor (explicit role model: Stuart Scott) Reality check through research Job placement rate: ~3% First moment of asking: Is this the best use of my time? Is this fair to the people investing in me (parents)? Boundary lesson #1 Letting go of a dream doesn't mean failure Boundaries can be about honesty, not limitation Choosing logic over fantasy can unlock unexpected paths Dropping out of college → accidental entry into sales Working frontline sales at Best Buy while in school Selling computers, service plans, handling customers daily Decision to leave college opens capacity Manager notices and offers leadership opportunity Takes on home office department Largest sales category in the store Youngest supervisor in the company (globally) at 19 Early leadership challenges Managing people much older Navigating credibility, age bias, exclusion Learning influence without authority Boundary insight Temporary decisions can become formative Saying "yes" doesn't mean you're locked in forever Second boundary: success without sustainability Rapid growth at Best Buy Promotions Increasing responsibility Observing manager life up close 60-hour weeks No real breaks Lunch from vending machines Internal checkpoint Is this the life I want long-term? Distinguishing: Liking the work Disliking the cost Boundary lesson #2 You can love a craft and still reject the lifestyle around it Boundaries protect the future version of you Returning to school with intention Decision to go back to college This time with clarity Sales and marketing degree by design, not default Accelerated path Graduates in three years Clear goal: catch up, not start over Internship at J. Walter Thompson Entry into agency world Launch of long-term sales and marketing career Pattern recognition: how boundaries actually work Ongoing self-check at every stage Have I learned what I came here to learn? Am I still growing? Is this experience still stretching me? Boundaries as timing, not rejection Experiences "run their course" Leaving doesn't invalidate what came before Non-linear growth Sometimes stepping down is strategic Demotion → education Senior role → frontline role (later at Google) Downward moves that enable a bigger climb later Shared reflection with Robin Sales as a foundational skill Comparable to: Surfing (handling forces bigger than you) Early exposure to asking, pitching, rejection Best Buy reframed Customer service under pressure Handling frustrated, misinformed, emotional people Humility + persuasion + resilience Parallel experiences Robin selling a restaurant after learning everything she could Knowing the next step (expansion) and choosing not to take it Walking away without knowing what's next Core philosophy: learning vs. maintaining "If I'm not learning, I'm dying" Builder mindset, not maintainer Growth as a non-negotiable Career decisions guided by curiosity, not status Titles are temporary Skills compound Ladders vs. experience stacks Rejecting the myth of linear progression Valuing breadth, depth, and contrast The bridge metaphor Advice for people stuck between "not this" and "not sure what next" Don't leap blindly Build a bridge Bridge components Low-risk experiments Skill development Small tests in parallel with current work Benefits Reduces panic Increases clarity Turns uncertainty into movement Framing the modern career question Referencing the "jungle gym, not a ladder" idea Careers as lateral, diagonal, looping — not linear Growth through range, not just depth Connecting to Range and creative longevity Diverse experiences as a competitive advantage Late bloomers as evidence that exploration compounds Naming the real fear beneath the metaphor What if exploration turns into repeated failure? What if the next five moves don't work? Risk of confusing experimentation with instability Adding today's pressure cooker Economic uncertainty AI and automation reshaping work faster than previous generations experienced The tension between adaptability and survival The core dilemma How do you pursue a non-linear path without tumbling back to zero? How do you "build the bridge" instead of jumping blindly? How do you keep earning while evolving? The two-year rule Treating commitments like a contract with yourself Two years as a meaningful unit of time Long enough to: Learn deeply Be challenged Experience failure and recovery Short enough to avoid stagnation Boundaries around optional exits Emergency ripcord exists But default posture is commitment, not escape Psychological benefit Reduces panic during hard moments Prevents constant second-guessing Encourages depth over novelty chasing The 18-month check-in Using the final stretch strategically Asking: Am I still learning? Am I still challenged? Does this align with my principles? Shifting from execution to reflection Early exploration of "what's next" Identifying gaps: Skills to acquire Experiences to test Regaining control External forces aren't always controllable Internal planning always is Why most people get stuck Planning too late Waiting until: Layoffs Burnout Forced transitions Trying to design the future in crisis Limited creativity Fear-based decisions Contrast with proactive planning Calm thinking Optionality Leverage Extending the contract Recognizing unfinished business Loving the work Still growing Still contributing meaningfully One-year extensions as intentional choices Not inertia Not fear Conscious recommitment A long career, one organization at a time Example: nearly 13 years at Google Six different roles Multiple reinventions inside one company Pattern over prestige Frontline sales Sales leadership Enablement Roles as chapters, not identities Staying while growing Leaving only when growth plateaus Experience stacking over ladder climbing Rejecting linear advancement Titles matter less than skills Accumulating perspective Execution Leadership Systems Transferable insight What works with customers What works internally What scales Sales enablement as an example of bridge-building Transition motivated by impact Desire to help at scale Supporting many sellers, not just personal results A natural evolution, not a pivot Built on prior sales experience Expanded influence Bridge logic in action Skills reused Scope widened Risk managed Zooming out: sales, stigma, and parenting Introducing the next lens: children Three boys: 13, 10, 7 Confronting sales stereotypes Slimy Manipulative Self-serving Tension between reputation and reality Loving sales Building a career around it Teaching it without replicating the worst versions Redefining sales as a helping profession Sales as service Primary orientation: benefit to the other person Compensation as a byproduct, not the driver Ethical center Believe in what you're recommending Stand behind its value Sleep well regardless of outcome Losses reframed Most deals don't close Failure as feedback Integrity as the constant Selling to kids (and being sold by them) Acknowledging reality Everyone sells, constantly Titles don't matter Teaching ethos, not tactics How you persuade matters more than whether you win Kindness Thoughtfulness Awareness of the other side Everyday negotiations Bedtime extensions Appeals to age, fairness, peer behavior Sales wins without good reasoning Learning opportunity Success ≠ good process Boundaries still matter Why sales gets a bad reputation Root cause: selfishness Focus on "what I get" Language centered on personal gain Misaligned value exchange Overselling Underdelivering The alternative Lead with value for the other side Hold mutual benefit in the background Make the exchange explicit and fair Boundaries as protection for both sides Clear scope What's included What's not Saying no as a service Preventing resentment Preserving trust Entrepreneurial lens Boundaries become essential Scope creep erodes value Clarity sustains long-term relationships Value exchange, scope, and boundaries Every request starts with discernment, not enthusiasm What value am I actually providing? What problem am I solving? How much time, energy, and attention will this really take? The goal isn't just a "yes" Both sides need to feel good about: What's being given What's being received What's being expected What's realistically deliverable Sales as a two-sided coin Mutual benefit matters Overselling creates future resentment Promising "the moon and the stars" is how trust breaks later Boundaries as self-respect Clear limits protect delivery quality Good boundaries prevent repeating bad sales dynamics Saying less upfront often enables better outcomes long-term Transitioning into coaching and the SNAFU Conference Context for the work today Speaking at the inaugural SNAFU Conference Focused on reluctant salespeople and non-sales roles Why coaching became the next chapter Sales is everywhere, regardless of title Coaching emerged as a natural extension of sales leadership The origin story at Google Transition from sales leadership to enablement Core question: how do we help sellers have better conversations? Result: building Google's global sales coaching program Grounded in practice and feedback Designed to prepare for high-stakes conversations The hidden overlap between sales and coaching Coaching as an underutilized advantage Especially powerful for sales leaders Shared core skills Deep curiosity Active listening Presence in conversation Reflecting back what's heard, not what you assume The co-creation mindset Not leading someone to your solution Guiding toward their desired outcome Why this changes everything Coaching improves leadership effectiveness Coaching improves sales outcomes Coaching reshapes how decisions get made A personal inflection point: learning to listen Feedback that lingered "Jeff is often the first and last to speak in meetings" The realization Seniority amplified his voice Being directive wasn't the same as being effective The shift Stop being the first to speak Invite more voices Lead with curiosity, not certainty The result More evolved perspectives Better decisions Sometimes realizing he was simply wrong The parallel to sales Talking at customers limits discovery Pre-built pitch decks obscure real needs The "right widget" only emerges through listening What the work looks like today A synthesis of experiences Buyer Seller Sales leader Enablement leader Executive coach How that shows up in practice Executive coaching for sales and revenue leaders Supporting decision-making Developing more coach-like leadership styles Workshops and trainings Helping managers coach more effectively Building durable sales skills Advisory work Supporting sales and enablement organizations at scale The motivation behind the shift Returning to the core questions: Am I learning? Am I growing? Am I challenged? A pull toward broader impact A desire to test whether this work could scale beyond one company Why some practices thrive and others stall Observing the difference Similar credentials Similar training Radically different outcomes The uncomfortable truth The difference is sales Entrepreneurship without romance Businesses don't "arrive" on their own Clients don't magically appear Visibility, rejection, iteration are unavoidable Core requirements Clear brand Defined ICP Articulated value Credibility to support the claim Debunking "overnight success" Success is cumulative Built on years of unseen experience Agency life + Google made entrepreneurship possible Sales as a universal survival skill Especially now Crowded markets Economic uncertainty Increased competition Sales isn't manipulation It's how value moves through the world Avoiding the unpersuadable Find people who already want what you offer Make it easier for them to say yes For those who "don't want to sell" Either learn it Or intentionally outsource it But you can't pretend it doesn't exist The vision board and the decision to leap December 18, 2023 45th birthday Chosen as a forcing function Purpose of the date Accountability, not destiny A moment to decide: stay or go Milestones on the back Coaching certification Experience thresholds Personal readiness Listening to the inner signal The repeated message: "It's time" The bridge was already built Skills stacked Experience earned Risk understood Stepping forward without full certainty You never know what's on the other side You only learn once you cross and look around Decision-making and vision boards Avoid forcing yourself to meet arbitrary deadlines Even if a date is set for accountability (e.g., a 45th birthday milestone), the real question is: When am I ready to act? Sometimes waiting isn't necessary; acting sooner can make sense Boundaries tie directly into these decisions They help you align personal priorities with professional moves Recognizing what matters most guides the "when" and "how" of major transitions Boundaries in the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship Biggest boundary: family and presence with children Managing a global team meant constant connectivity and messages across time zones Transitioning to your own business allowed more control over work hours, clients, and priorities The pro/con framework reinforced the choice Written lists can clarify trade-offs For this example, the deciding factor was: "They get their dad back" Boundaries in entrepreneurship are intertwined with opportunity More freedom comes with more responsibility You can choose your hours, clients, and areas of focus—but still must deliver results Preparing children for a rapidly changing world Skill priorities extend beyond AI and automation Technology literacy is essential, but kids will likely adapt faster than adults Focus on human skills Building networks Establishing credibility Navigating relationships and complex decisions Sales-related skills apply Curiosity, empathy, observation, and problem-solving help them adapt to change These skills are timeless, even as roles and tools evolve Human skills in an AI-driven world AI is additive, not replacement Leverage AI to complement work, not fear it Understand what AI does well and where human judgment is irreplaceable Coaching and other human-centered skills remain critical Lived experience, storytelling, and nuanced judgment cannot be fully replaced by AI Technology enables scale but doesn't replace complex human insight The SNAFU Conference embodies this principle Brings humans together to share experiences and learn Demonstrates that face-to-face interaction, stories, and mutual learning remain valuable Advice for coaches learning to sell Coaches already possess critical sales skills Curiosity, active listening, presence, problem identification, co-creating solutions These skills, when applied to sales, still fall within a helping profession Key approach Use your coaching skills to generate business ethically Reframe sales as an extension of support, not self-interest For salespeople Learn coaching skills to improve customer conversations Coaching strengthens empathy, listening, and problem-solving abilities, all core to effective selling Book and resource recommendations Non-classical sales books Setting the Table by Danny Meyer → emphasizes culture and service as a form of sales Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara → creating value through care for people Coaching-focused books Self as Coach, Self as Leader by Pam McLean Resources from the Hudson Institute of Coaching Gap in sales literature Few resources fully integrate coaching with sales Potential upcoming book: The Power of Coaching and Sales  

Happy 2026! The Between Us Moms podcast kicks off the year with a fresh new format and some fun new segments. This week, we dive into “Mom Yay or Nay of the Week” with Hallie's bold move of pushing back her kids' bedtimes for a little more sleep—and some real talk from Katie about a super fun parents' night out. It involves many cocktails -- and the parents' from Kaia's school! It's a total YAY. Katie also shares her family's new New Year's Day tradition and spills the tea on a game-changing Costco travel hack. Plus, we talk about why eating like total garbage over the holidays is definitely relatable and a-ok.

Having broken down on the side of the road, Jack discovers a house with two out-of-place inhabitants.Written especially for this podcast by Simon.  If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review.  And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you.  Animal Tales Books!Collections of Animal Tales children's stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLJQZ9C9?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (one per week) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.   Discover a brand new story every Monday, Wednesday and Friday – just for you!  You can find more Animal Tales at https://www.spreaker.com/show/animal-tales-the-kids-story-podcastA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

Coming off the holidays can feel disorienting — mentally, physically, and emotionally. Your energy is off, your cravings are louder, your routines feel broken, and it's easy to assume something has gone wrong.In this episode, Melissa shares a grounded reminder: nothing is broken. You're simply reorienting.She walks you through how inflammation, sugar, stress, and schedule changes blur your ability to hear your body — and how to gently come back without swinging into restriction or control. You'll learn how to rebuild rhythm through simple bookends to your day, how to think about food without diet rules, and why intuition requires regulation first.This is a practical, reassuring episode for anyone easing back into January and wanting to feel steady again — without force.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARNWhy post-holiday disorientation is normal — and not a personal failureHow inflammation and blood sugar instability distort hunger, cravings, and intuitionThe difference between rigid rules and supportive structureHow to “bookend” your day with morning and evening rhythms that reorient your nervous systemWhy intuitive eating requires regulation — and when mindful eating is the better choiceHow Human Design can inform sleep, energy, and daily rhythmsWhy forcing discipline backfires — and what actually helps you feel like yourself againTIMESTAMPS00:00 Why January often feels disorienting after the holidays02:10 Stress, sugar, inflammation, and why your body feels foggy04:30 The trap of swinging from no structure to extreme control06:45 Bedtime routines, Human Design, and energy types09:05 Why some bodies need a slow wind-down — and others don't11:20 Morning rhythms, winter energy, and honoring slowness13:30 Using structure to support — not punish — your body15:50 Food rules vs. eating in a way that feels like home18:10 Intuitive eating, mindful eating, and blood sugar reality22:45 Why spirituality belongs in women's health25:05 January intensives + one-on-one coaching inside Resourced29:40 Closing reflections and coming back gentlyRESOURCES

BEDTIME MMA IS HERE!"Mighty" Demetrious Johnson welcomes up-and-coming MMA YouTuber Bedtime MMA on the latest episode of "The MightyCast"!Timecodes 0:00 Intro 0:57 PrizePicks Code MIGHTYCAST 1:35 Welcome Bedtime MMA! 1:53 DJ Gets Unc'd Again  2:39 When DJ Realized He was a Goat  5:24 Bedtime's Extensive MMA Background 7:15 Bedtime Wants to Be a Pro Fighter?! 8:04 Bedtime Still Lives at Home?  10:00 How to Succeed in Life  10:51 Bedtime and DJ's YouTube Grind 16:03 Will Bedtime Quit YouTube for MMA? 18:02 Why Bedtime Pursued Muay Thai Over MMA  21:27 Why DJ was SO Good at MMA  22:08 Bedtime's First BIG Elbow in a Fight  22:55 Bedtime Does EVERYTHING on His Channel  23:06 How Bedtime Got Started on YouTube 24:46 MMA Prediction Videos Get SO Much hate  25:44 Bedtime's WORST Fight Prediction  26:13 DJ's WORST Fight Prediction 27:36 Bedtime Australian Fighter Bias  28:24 JDM vs Islam Makhachev BREAKDOWN 32:42 Will Topuria vs Islam Makhachev Ever Happen?  34:19 The Current State of MMA is ROUGH… 35:46 How LEGIT is Arman Tsarukyan?  36:50 DJ Trained with Arman  38:18 Arman and Khamzat's Grappling BREAKDOWN  40:57 DJ is Happy Pantoja Didn't Break His Record?  41:36 Van Lucked Out BIG TIME? 42:45 Van vs Pantoja 2 BREAKDWON 46:44 DJ & Bedtime's 2025 Fight of the Year 51:34 Petr Yan is a SAVAGE 52:24 DJ's Advice to Merab After His Loss to Yan 53:24 Bedtime and DJ's Fighter of the Year  55:35 Fights Bedtime Wants in 2026 56:45 Suga Sean vs Song Yadong BREAKDOWN 57:55 Who Deserves a Title Shot in 2026 the MOST?  59:31 Usman DOES NOT Deserve a Title Shot?! 1:02:16 Volk vs Lopes 2 Should NOT Have Happened? 1:05:24 Flyweight is SO GOOD Now 1:07:08 Will DJ's Kids Fight?  1:08:54 How Bedtime Feels About Him Fighting 1:10:15 Why Does Bedtime Pursue Fighting?  1:11:50 When is Bedtime's Next Fight?  1:14:04 Bedtime Loved the Last Rizin Card 1:16:22 Bedtime Asks DJ About Winged C

Episode Title: Peaceful Rainfall Sounds to Reduce Anxiety Naturally Before BedtimeDescription:In this episode of "Thunderstorm: Sleep and Relax in the Rain," we bring you gentle rainfall sounds designed to ease your mind and help release anxiety before bedtime. Imagine yourself wrapped in a calm, soothing atmosphere where each drop of rain gently washes away the tension of the day. As the steady rhythm of the rain fills the air, your thoughts slow down and your body begins to relax.Let these natural sounds guide you toward a peaceful state, perfect for unwinding and preparing for restful sleep. Whether you struggle with anxiety or simply want a quiet moment to reset, this episode offers a serene escape into nature's calming embrace.Tune in, close your eyes, and allow the peaceful rainfall to create a comforting space for your mind to let go.DISCLAIMER

Episode Title: Peaceful Rain Ambience to Soothe Anxiety Before BedtimeDescription:In this episode, we immerse ourselves in the gentle sounds of rain, a natural remedy for calming anxiety and promoting restful sleep. Discover how the soothing rhythm of raindrops can ease your mind and prepare you for a peaceful night. We also share tips on using rain ambience as part of your bedtime routine to create a serene environment that helps you unwind and let go of daily stress.Take a moment tonight to breathe deeply and listen to the calming rain—it might be just what you need to find tranquility before sleep.Stay tuned for our next episode as we continue exploring simple ways to nurture your inner calm.DISCLAIMER

Dragon joins Brianna, Helen, and Rogelio as they paint. Dragon tries to capture the sunset, but it just isn't quite right.

Unwind with calm bedtime reading created to support sleep and ease insomnia as we explore the sombrero together. This calm bedtime reading offers a gentle, steady rhythm that helps quiet racing thoughts, inviting sleep while providing comfort for insomnia and restless nights as Benjamin takes a peaceful, educational look at the sombrero, sharing its history, meaning, and cultural significance in a soothing, unhurried way. You'll learn something new while relaxing, guided by a warm cadence with no whispering, just calm, fact-filled education designed to ease stress, soften anxiety, and help you drift off naturally at the end of the day. Settle in, press play, and let gentle curiosity guide you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Sombrero, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sombrero), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With OMR taking a break over Christmas, I thought I'd use this opportunity to introduce you to some of my other shows you may not have discovered yet.In 2024, I created Mysteries at Bedtime — a show designed for those who enjoy a good mysterie before drifting off to sleep. So here's one of our most popular episodes to date. If you enjoy it, why not check out more available right now.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In the quiet village of Dodleston, Cheshire, a bizarre and baffling mystery began unfolding in 1984. Ken Webster, a schoolteacher, was working on a BBC Micro computer when strange messages began to appear—written in an archaic form of English, and allegedly sent by someone living in the year 1541. The messages continued over the following months, becoming more elaborate and unnerving. Later, new messages arrived this time from someone claiming to live in the year 2109, warning of unseen forces manipulating time itself.Known today as the Dodleston Messages, this case remains one of the strangest examples of alleged time slip communication in modern paranormal lore. Was it an elaborate hoax, a psychological trick… or genuine contact across centuries? In this episode of Mysteries at Bedtime, we examine the digital trail, the witness accounts, and the unanswered questions behind one of Britain's most haunting tech-era mysteries.EARLY AND AD FREE ACCESS: for as little as $1.69 a week!Apple + HEREPatreon and find us on Facebook here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode Title: Soft Rain and Thunder Sounds for Stress Relief at BedtimeDescription:In this episode, we invite you to unwind with the gentle sounds of soft rain and distant thunder, perfect for easing stress and helping you drift into a peaceful sleep. Discover how these natural sounds can calm your mind, soothe your emotions, and create a tranquil atmosphere at bedtime. We also share tips on using rain and thunder audio to improve your nightly routine and promote restful relaxation.Take a moment tonight to let the calming rhythm of rain and thunder wash away your worries. These simple sounds can be your perfect companion for a serene night's rest.Join us next time as we continue to explore simple ways to bring calm into your daily life.DISCLAIMER

A peacock wants to be the perfect prince, but starts to see the world different;y when he meets a young kea princess.Written especially for this podcast by Alice.  If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review.  And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you.  Animal Tales Books!Collections of Animal Tales children's stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLJQZ9C9?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (one per week) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.   Discover a brand new story every Monday, Wednesday and Friday – just for you!  You can find more Animal Tales at https://www.spreaker.com/show/animal-tales-the-kids-story-podcastA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

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Tonight, Pepe the penguin learns how to overcome his fears when he tries swimming for the first time.Narrated by: Kristen PaulWritten by: Laila WeirWelcome to Snuggle! The best kid's story-telling podcast. Enter a cozy world of imagination perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or any time you want to embark on an enchanting adventure. Our cozy stories present a wide selection of calming tales for not just kids and toddlers, but for the whole family too! Enjoy some relaxing family time every day, when the children can parents can snuggle up together and venture into imaginative worlds, fairy tales, and other heartwarming stories. Develop deeper connections when you make Snuggle stories a routine at bedtime or anytime!Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠slumberstudios.com/snuggle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To enjoy ad-free listening and exclusive bonus episodes, start your 7-day free trial of Snuggle Premium: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://snuggle.supercast.com/⁠

Drift off with a calm bedtime reading about the 1980 film Airplane!, designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle, unhurried storytelling. This calm bedtime reading helps quiet the mind at night, offering a peaceful way to relax into sleep if insomnia or restless nights tend to keep you awake, while Benjamin softly explores the background, humor, and cultural impact of the film in a soothing, steady cadence. In this episode, you can learn something new while unwinding, with no whispering or special techniques, just calm, educational reading meant to slow your thoughts. This episode is ideal for easing stress, reducing anxiety, and creating a comforting bedtime routine during restless nights. Press play, get comfortable, and let the gentle facts carry you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Airplane!, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airplane!), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

❌ "New Year, New You" ❌                                                                                                                       ✅ "Grow through, what you go through!" ✅                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Listen to this FULL STORY on:

Relax with calm bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This peaceful bedtime reading blends calm facts and soothing rhythm to help your mind slow down for sleep, even on nights shaped by insomnia. Tonight's episode explores the history, cultural roots, and basic structure of lacrosse, offering something interesting to learn while your body unwinds. Benjamin's steady, reassuring cadence makes it easy to relax without whispering or hypnosis—just calm, fact-filled education meant to quiet racing thoughts. This episode is ideal for listeners dealing with insomnia, stress, anxiety, or restless nights, inviting you to press play, get comfortable, and drift off naturally. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Lacrosse, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lacrosse), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices