Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults

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Drift Off - Bedtime Stories is a soothing bedtime story podcast that welcomes you each week with a soft, melodic voice to help you fall asleep to bedtime stories from the public domain. Every episode begins with a brief relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm reading of a bedtime story. Whether you're looking for a relaxing tale to help you unwind or a sleepy bedtime story, Drift Off Bedtime Stories for Adults is the ultimate destination for a restful night's sleep.

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  1. 18h ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Heidi (Chapter 22) A Dreamy Bedtime Story

    Hello sleepy listeners, and welcome! Special Announcements: Weekend Sleep Preview: This Sunday on the public feed, I am featuring our classic archive story, Marianna. As a premium member, you already have full, announcement-free access to this beloved tale right now! Just scroll down to October 27, 2021 in your archive to listen anytime you want! Tonight's Story: Tonight we continue our gentle journey through Johanna Spyri's beloved classic with Chapter 22 of Heidi by Johanna Spyri. So settle in, get comfortable, and allow yourself to drift into the peaceful world of Heidi. Sweet dreams, Joanne

    Heidi (Chapter 22) A Dreamy Bedtime Story

  2. 2d ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Miss Calista's Peppermint Bottle — Extended Loop | Bedtime Story for Sleep

    Premium Note: This week's regular feed episode is The Railway Children (Chapter 3) from our vault. As a premium member, you can listen to it completely announcement free by scrolling down to August 8, 2024 in your feed! Hello and welcome! Tonight we journey into the gentle world of Lucy Maud Montgomery with the charming short story Miss Calista's Peppermint Bottle. To help you relax a little longer, this cozy tale has been gently repeated twice, making it perfect for drifting off to sleep. The soft music continues for a short while after the storytelling ends to help you stay asleep if you've drifted off. Settle in, get comfortable, and let this warm story of kindness, quiet humor, and country life carry you gently toward a peaceful night's rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne

    Miss Calista's Peppermint Bottle — Extended Loop | Bedtime Story for Sleep

  3. 2d ago

    The Railway Children (Chapter 3) — A Bedtime Story for Sleep

    Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday.  Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/ Tonight, we continue our journey through the beloved classic The Railway Children by E. Nesbit with Chapter 3. As the three children continue settling into their new life in the countryside, they discover fresh adventures, unexpected moments of kindness, and the simple joys of the world around them. E. Nesbit's warm storytelling and memorable characters make this timeless classic the perfect companion for a peaceful evening. So settle in, get comfortable, and let tonight's soothing narration quiet your thoughts as we continue this wonderful journey together. Sweet dreams, Joanne 🌙 This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you! If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes: • Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday • Instant access to the complete premium archive • Intro-free listening so you can drift off without interruption • Listen first, months—or even years—before episodes reach the public feed •  Exclusive access to a library of 12 full-length audiobooks  If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium. Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here: https://driftoff.supercast.com If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated! https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.  Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

  4. 4d ago

    Drift Back Sunday: A Moonlit Fairytale for Sleep

    Visit my website: https://www.driftoffpodcast.com/ Hello, sleepy listeners, and welcome. WELCOME TO DRIFT BACK SUNDAY Every Sunday evening, I unlock a favorite classic journey from my archive to help you release the thoughts of the weekend and ease into the new week. TONIGHT'S STORY Tonight, we drift back to The Moon Maiden, a gentle fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first shared here in September 2021. Filled with quiet wonder, moonlit beauty, and Andersen's timeless storytelling, it's the perfect companion for a peaceful evening. As the story unfolds beneath the glow of the moon, allow its calm, dreamlike rhythm to quiet your thoughts, soften the end of your weekend, and gently carry you toward a restful night's sleep. So settle in, get comfortable, and let tonight's soothing narration guide you into peaceful dreams. Sweet dreams, Joanne 🌙 This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you! If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes: • Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday • Instant access to the complete premium archive • Intro-free listening so you can drift off without interruption • Listen first, months—or even years—before episodes reach the public feed •  Exclusive access to a library of 12 full-length audiobooks  If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium. Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here: https://driftoff.supercast.com If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated! https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.  Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

  5. Jul 30 ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Heidi (Chapter 21) — Extended Loop | A Dreamy Bedtime Story

    Hello sleepy listeners, and welcome! Special Announcements: 1. Weekend Sleep Preview: This coming Sunday on the public feed, I am featuring our classic archive story, The Moon Maiden. As a premium member, you already have full, announcement-free access to this beloved tale right now! Just scroll down to September 7, 2021 in your archive to listen anytime you want! 2. As a small thank you, I'd love to offer you 50% off my brand new audiobook release Maida’s Little Shop throughout July. This is the last day! Simply use the code JULY50 at checkout or use this link: https://joanne-nmq-shop.fourthwall.com/promo/JULY50 Tonight's Story: Tonight we continue our gentle journey through Johanna Spyri's beloved classic with Chapter 21 of Heidi by Johanna Spyri. So settle in, get comfortable, and allow yourself to drift into the peaceful world of Heidi. Sweet dreams, Joanne Music in this episode is Calm by Amber Glow via Epidemic Sound

    Heidi (Chapter 21) — Extended Loop | A Dreamy Bedtime Story

  6. Jul 29 ·  Bonus

    Premium Preview | The Golden Key – Part 1

    Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday.  Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/ Tonight, I'm sharing a special preview from Drift Off Premium. This is the first 10 minutes of Part 1 of The Golden Key by George Macdonald. If you'd like to continue listening, simply subscribe to Drift Off Premium to enjoy the complete two-part story, along with the full premium library and fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday and Thursday. I hope you enjoy this little preview. Now, settle in, get cozy, and let the story gently carry you toward a peaceful night's sleep. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you! If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes: • Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday • Instant access to the complete premium archive • Intro-free listening so you can drift off without interruption • Listen first, months—or even years—before episodes reach the public feed •  Exclusive access to a library of 12 full-length audiobooks  If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium. Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here: https://driftoff.supercast.com If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated! https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.  Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

  7. Jul 28 ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Little Daylight (Part 2 of 2) Relaxing Bedtime Story

    Hello sleepy listeners, and welcome! Premium Note: This week's regular feed episode is Somebody Else's Prince from our vault. As a premium member, you can listen to it completely announcement free by scrolling down to Feb 8, 2024 in your feed! Tonight, I invite you to settle in with Part 2 of the enchanting fairy tale Little Daylight by George Macdonald. This gentle classic follows the story of a princess whose mysterious fate is tied to the changing phases of the moon. Filled with quiet wonder, beautiful imagery, and timeless magic, it's the perfect tale to help you unwind at the end of the day. Thank You for Being a Drift Off Premium Member. Your support allows me to continue creating the stories you love. As a small thank you for being a Premium member, I'd love to offer you 50% off my brand new audiobook release Maida’s Little Shop throughout July. It retails on platforms like Audible for three times the price, but purchasing it through my shop means you get it at a steep discount and will own the audiobook files forever to save to any device. Simply use the code JULY50 at checkout: https://joanne-nmq-shop.fourthwall.com/products/maidas-little-shop So get comfortable, close your eyes, and let the soothing narration carry you gently toward a peaceful night's sleep. Sleep well, Joanne Music in this episode is 'Meditative Relaxing Music Yoga' by SoundVessel via Pond5

    Little Daylight (Part 2 of 2) Relaxing Bedtime Story

  8. Jul 28

    Somebody Else's Prince — A Bedtime Story for Sleep

    Tonight's story is the magical tale Somebody Else's Prince by Evelyn Sharp. This enchanting fairy tale invites us to journey into realms beyond our own, where princes and adventures are never quite as they seem.  As we embark on this sleepy journey together, let the soothing narration carry you gently to a land of peaceful dreams. I hope you enjoy tonight's bedtime story. So snuggle up, lay back, relax, and enjoy the story. Sweet dreams! Your friend, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you! If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes: • Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday • Instant access to the complete premium archive • Intro-free listening so you can drift off without interruption • Listen first, months—or even years—before episodes reach the public feed •  Exclusive access to a library of 12 full-length audiobooks  If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium. Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here: https://driftoff.supercast.com If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated! https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.  Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

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Drift Off - Bedtime Stories is a soothing bedtime story podcast that welcomes you each week with a soft, melodic voice to help you fall asleep to bedtime stories from the public domain. Every episode begins with a brief relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm reading of a bedtime story. Whether you're looking for a relaxing tale to help you unwind or a sleepy bedtime story, Drift Off Bedtime Stories for Adults is the ultimate destination for a restful night's sleep.

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