Sleepy Voyages | Stories & Meditations

This sleep episode continues the epic adventures of Odysseus on his journey home after the Trojan War. It focuses on Odysseus' encounters with the alluring but deadly sirens and the sea monsters Scylla and Charybdis. Odysseus shows his courage and wisdom in navigating these threats. He has his men plug their ears with beeswax to resist the sirens' tempting song, while he himself is tied to the mast so he can hear their song but not be lured...

This sleep story explores F. Scott Fitzgerald's acclaimed novel The Great Gatsby set in the lavish world of New York's 1920s Jazz Age. Wealthy, mysterious Jay Gatsby pursues his lost love, the ethereal Daisy Buchanan, across the social divide. Their renewed romance collides with obsession and tragedy. Let Gatsby's tragic story of distorted romance and ideals warn against mistaking glitter for gold...

This episode follows Odysseus and his crew as they embark on a perilous journey to the Underworld. There is an ominous tension in the air as they prepare to enter the realm of spirits and confront unsettling truths. Odysseus encounters the souls of former allies and loved ones, gaining profound wisdom from the prophet Tiresias, the hero Achilles, and his own mother. Their haunting messages help guide his path homeward...

This sleep story is based on Gaston Leroux's classic novel "The Phantom of the Opera." Set in the Paris Opera House, it explores a haunting love triangle between the young singer Christine Daaé, her childhood sweetheart Raoul, and the disfigured, mysterious Phantom lurking in the shadows. Let this classic tale of longing, compassion and seeing beyond the masks we wear transport you into deep, peaceful slumber...

This episode continues the epic tale of Odysseus on his long journey home after the Trojan War. He and his crew face new challenges and mystical encounters. They arrive at the land of the monstrous Laestrygonians who destroy most of Odysseus's ships. Escaping, they reach the alluring island of the sorceress Circe who turns his men into pigs with magic potions. With guidance from the messenger god Hermes, Odysseus overcomes Circe's spells and frees his crew...

This 50-minute sleep story takes listeners back to 17th-century Puritan Boston and explores the classic tale of Hester Prynne. We follow Hester as she emerges from prison bearing the scarlet letter "A" for adultery, facing judgment from the townspeople. The story weaves in other key characters like Hester's estranged husband who seeks revenge, and Reverend Dimmesdale who is tormented by his secret role in Hester's plight...

This episode continues the iconic story of Mowgli, the young boy raised by wolves in the jungles of India. It explores Mowgli's journey of self-discovery as he learns the laws of the jungle from Baloo and Bagheera while also encountering threats like Shere Khan. Mowgli struggles to reconcile his dual human and wolf nature. His encounters with the human village open his eyes to a new facet of his identity...

This sleep story continues the ancient tale of Odysseus and his epic journey home after the Trojan War. Faced with mythical creatures and the whims of gods, Odysseus must use his wit and resilience to overcome trials and return to Ithaca. In this episode, Odysseus and his crew land on an island only to anger the Cyclops Polyphemus by stealing his food. Later, the wind god Aeolus gifts Odysseus a bag containing all winds to guide him straight home...

This is a bedtime story inspired by an ancient Chinese legend about an emperor who discovers the enchanting song of a nightingale in his palace gardens. The emperor is captivated by the nightingale's pure and heartfelt melodies. However, when a bejeweled mechanical bird is gifted to the court, the emperor and his followers are enamored by its glitz and perfect tune. The real nightingale, feeling unappreciated, disappears back into the forests...

This 58-minute sleep story continuously retells the classic holiday tale of The Nutcracker. It follows young Clara on a magical Christmas Eve adventure after her beloved Nutcracker toy comes to life. She journeys through enchanting lands and meets charming characters. Clara learns to continuously find magic in the ordinary moments of life. Let this beloved holiday tale guide you into serene, continuous slumber, stirring memories of youthful anticipation...