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Just Sleep - Bedtime Stories for Adults

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Do you have trouble drifting off to sleep? My mission is simple. To help you relax, put the stressful day behind you and drift off to sleep. In every episode, I will read an old story in the public domain. So lie down, settle into your pillow, close your eyes, and let me read you a bedtime story to help you sleep. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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United Kingdom

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Do you have trouble drifting off to sleep? My mission is simple. To help you relax, put the stressful day behind you and drift off to sleep. In every episode, I will read an old story in the public domain. So lie down, settle into your pillow, close your eyes, and let me read you a bedtime story to help you sleep. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Over 3 Hours of Fairy Tales: Puss in Boots, Thumbelina and more

3/5/2026
Drift off tonight to over 3 hours of your favourite fairy tales - Puss in Boots, Thumbelina and more. Hubbie's not well so reviving a popular episode from 2023. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod It's the 5th anniversary of the show! If you'd like to share how the podcast has helped you, email me at hello@justsleeppodcast.com I would love to hear from you. If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:03:50:05

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Mystery Sleep Stories: Madame Imbert's Safe and The Chest of Silver

3/1/2026
Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with two mystery stories: Madame Imbert's Safe featuring Lupin and The Chest of Silver featuring Raffles. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod It's the 5th anniversary of the show! If you'd like to share how the podcast has helped you, email me at hello@justsleeppodcast.com I would love to hear from you. If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:59:46

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Hansel and Gretel - Fairy Tales to Help You Sleep

2/26/2026
Tonight's sleep stories to help you sleep are Hansel & Gretel and Cinderella. It's the 5th anniversary of the show! If you'd like to share how the podcast has helped you, email me at hello@justsleeppodcast.com I would love to hear from you. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:10

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The Sensible Thing

2/22/2026
Tonight's sleep story is a classic short story by F Scott Fitzgerald (author of The Great Gatsby). Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:34:40

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Robin Hood Seeks The Curtal Friar - Mythological Sleep Story

2/19/2026
Tonight's bedtime story is from The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:41

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Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Gloria Scott

2/15/2026
Can't sleep? Relax with tonight's sleep story, the Sherlock Holmes mystery - The Adventure of the Gloria Scott. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:44:58

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Wuthering Heights: Catherine's Confession - Romantic Bedtime Story

2/12/2026
Fall asleep tonight to the continuation of the classic romantic novel by Emily Bronte. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:57:20

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A Little Princess - A Calming Sleep Story

2/8/2026
Sleep soundly tonight to the opening chapters of the classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett (author of The Secret Garden). Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:47:12

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Emily of New Moon: Trial By Fire - Classic Sleep Story

2/5/2026
Fall asleep fast to the continuation of Emily of New Moon by L M Montgomery. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:43:40

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The Master Maid: A Fairy Tale Bedtime Story

2/1/2026
Feeling stressed? Relax with tonight's bedtime story, the Norwegian fairy tale The Master Maid. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:36:30

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Pride and Prejudice: Lydia Absconds

1/29/2026
Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with the continuation of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. This week is the 213th anniversary of the publication of this classic! In this episode, Jane writes and Elizabeth learns that Lydia has slipped away with Wickham. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:53:42

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My Unwilling Neighbor

1/25/2026
Tonight's sleep story is a short story by Frank Stockton. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:42:25

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The Lady Vanishes: The Dream

1/22/2026
Tonight's story to help you fall asleep is the continuation of The Lady Vanishes by Ethel Lina White. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:46:30

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The Clue of the Silver Spoons - Mystery Sleep Story

1/18/2026
Can't sleep? Relax with tonight's sleep story, The Clue of the Silver Spoons by Robert Barr. Is the detective Eugene Valmont a rival of Sherlock Holmes? You decide. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:42:29

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Anne of Green Gables: Matthew Insists on Puffed Sleeves

1/15/2026
Feeling stressed? Relax with tonight's bedtime story, the continuation of Anne of Green Gables. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:45:44

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Pollyanna

1/11/2026
Fall asleep fast to the opening chapters of Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter. Order your copy of the Just Sleep book! A great gift https://www.justsleeppodcast.com/book/ Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:43:36

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The Diary Of A Provincial Lady: Christmas and The New Year

1/8/2026
Drift off tonight to the continuation of The Diary of a Provincial Lady by E M Delafield. Order your copy of the Just Sleep book! A great Christmas gift https://www.justsleeppodcast.com/book/ Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:42:05

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That Little Square Box - A Mystery Bedtime Story

1/4/2026
Tonight's story is a mystery tale from the creator of Sherlock Holmes - Arthur Conan Doyle. A man notices some suspicious activity from two passengers on his ship. What is in the little square box? Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off. Goodnight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:45:28

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No Name: Francis and Frank Clare

1/1/2026
Tonight's bedtime story is the continuation of the novel No Name by Wilkie Collins. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Order your copy of the Just Sleep book! A great Christmas gift https://www.justsleeppodcast.com/book/ Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:41:34

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The Burglar's Christmas (Encore)

12/28/2025
Fall asleep tonight to the snoozy short story The Burglar's Christmas by Willa Cather. First published in 1896 under the pseudonym, Elizabeth L. Seymour, this touching tale is about unconditional love. Order your copy of the Just Sleep book! A great Christmas gift https://www.justsleeppodcast.com/book/ Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:30:00