Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

Nothing Much Happens
Nothing Much Happens
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Can’t sleep? You’re not alone—and there’s help. Nothing Much Happens is a bedtime story podcast beloved by millions. Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai tells soothing, cozy stories where—just as the title says—nothing much happens. That’s the magic. Instead of spiraling thoughts or anxious scrolling, you’ll be gently guided to a calm, comfortable place. Each episode is read twice, with a slower second telling to ease you into rest. Trusted by listeners for over seven years and streamed more than 180 million times, it’s a ritual of safety, comfort, and sleep. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠Premium channel.⁠⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 Find our bestselling book Nothing Much Happens in over 20 languages worldwide.

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  1. 2d ago ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Halloween Hayride with Doug the Pug and Dory

    Our short story tonight is called *Halloween Hay Ride* and it’s about an evening hayride through the Village with Doug and Dory and reminiscing about the joyful Halloween festivities of the day. Thank you for being a Premium Subscriber! 💙 [Join](http://village.nothingmuchhappens.com/) the Village of Nothing Much App!\ Order Kathryn’s new book[ ](https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-the-Street-Where-You-Live/Kathryn-Nicolai/9781668158272)*[On the Street Where You Live](https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-the-Street-Where-You-Live/Kathryn-Nicolai/9781668158272)*\ [NMH Merch, Autographed Books and More!](https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/)\ Listen to our daytime show,[ ](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village)*[Stories from the Village of Nothing Much](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village)*\ [Sit Meditation with Kathryn](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/first-this)\ Follow us on[ ](https://www.instagram.com/nothingmuchhappens/)[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nothingmuchhappens/)\ Visit[ ](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/)[Nothing Much Happens](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/) for more Village fun!\ Sign up for our Newsletter[ ](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/newsletter)[here](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/newsletter) to be in the know!

  2. 2d ago

    Closing Up for the Season, Part 2

    Our story tonight is called Closing up for the Season, Part Two and it’s the second section of last week's story, though this one is told from a different perspective. It’s a story about fall chores in the garden made more enjoyable with the company of a friend. It’s also about bee balm and outer space, a bar of soap and a nail brush by the outdoor faucet, meals made with care, and small mysteries that like to remain so.  We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to Joyful Heart Foundation. Creating a more compassionate world that supports survivors on their path to justice and healing. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Premium channel⁠⁠⁠. The first month is on us. 💙  The Village is growing! As new voices and stories find a home here, we want to ensure you can tailor your listening experience. Click here for guidance.  Join the Village of Nothing Much App!Order Kathryn’s new book On the Street Where You LiveNMH Merch, Autographed Books and More!Listen to our daytime show, Stories from the Village of Nothing MuchSit Meditation with KathrynFollow us on InstagramVisit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun!Sign up for our Newsletter here to be in the know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    How To Listen

    The Village is growing, and new voices and new stories are finding a home here. Because of this, we want everybody to be able to listen to the stories and voices they enjoy. nothingmuchhappens.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 5d ago ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Neighbor Andy Richter reads Crumb Meets Santa

    Our story tonight is read by **Andy Richter** and it's called “*Crumb Meets Santa*”. It’s a story about a trip into town on a December afternoon. It’s also about a chew toy in a red suit and hat, jingle bells on a collar, being surrounded by your family at the holidays, whether furry or otherwise, and letting the joy of another fill your heart.  **Andy Richter** is a comedian, actor, writer, and host, best known for his many years alongside Conan O’Brien. He also happens to be part of one of those movies so many of us return to year after year, *Elf*. This fall, he’s taking us behind the scenes of that holiday classic in his new book, *[Elf Unwrapped](https://www.harpercollins.com/products/elf-unwrapped-andy-richteraaron-karo?variant=45375616024610)*, out November 3rd. Follow Andy on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/richtercommaandy/?hl=en) to keep up with his adventures! **→ Warby Parker** | Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at [WarbyParker.com/NOTHINGMUCH](https://WarbyParker.com/NOTHINGMUCH) — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad Thank you for being a Premium Subscriber! 💙  [Join](http://village.nothingmuchhappens.com/) the Village of Nothing Much App! Order Kathryn’s new book[ ](https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-the-Street-Where-You-Live/Kathryn-Nicolai/9781668158272)*[On the Street Where You Live](https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-the-Street-Where-You-Live/Kathryn-Nicolai/9781668158272)* [NMH Merch, Autographed Books and More!](https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/) Listen to our daytime show,[ ](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village)*[Stories from the Village of Nothing Much](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village)* [Sit Meditation with Kathryn](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/first-this) Follow us on[ Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nothingmuchhappens/) Visit[ Nothing Much Happens](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/) for more Village fun! Sign up for our Newsletter[ here](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/newsletter) to be in the know!

    Neighbor Andy Richter reads Crumb Meets Santa

  5. 5d ago ·  Video

    Neighbor Andy Richter reads Crumb Meets Santa

    Our story tonight is read by Andy Richter and it's called “Crumb Meets Santa”. It’s a story about a trip into town on a December afternoon. It’s also about a chew toy in a red suit and hat, jingle bells on a collar, being surrounded by your family at the holidays, whether furry or otherwise, and letting the joy of another fill your heart.  Andy Richter is a comedian, actor, writer, and host, best known for his many years alongside Conan O’Brien. He also happens to be part of one of those movies so many of us return to year after year, Elf. This fall, he’s taking us behind the scenes of that holiday classic in his new book, Elf Unwrapped, out November 3rd. Follow Andy on Instagram to keep up with his adventures! → Warby Parker | Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/NOTHINGMUCH — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Premium channel⁠⁠⁠. The first month is on us. 💙 Check out our Q&A with Andy Richter Join the Village of Nothing Much App! Order Kathryn’s new book On the Street Where You Live NMH Merch, Autographed Books and More! Listen to our daytime show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much Sit Meditation with Kathryn Follow us on Instagram Visit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun! Sign up for our Newsletter here to be in the know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 6d ago

    The Middle Path (Encore)

    Originally presented as: Season 12, Episode 29 (November 6th, 2023) Our story tonight is called The Middle Path, and it’s a story about a trek down an unknown trail at the park. It’s also about red berries on a vine, the fog of your breath in the late autumn air, geese crossing the sky, and making space for the beauty that lives all around you. → AquaTru | Go to aquatruwater.com/ now for 20% off (your purifier) using promo code NOTHINGMUCH. AquaTru even comes with a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Premium channel⁠⁠⁠. The first month is on us. 💙 Join the Village of Nothing Much App! Order Kathryn’s new book On the Street Where You Live NMH Merch, Autographed Books and More! Listen to our daytime show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much Sit Meditation with Kathryn Follow us on Instagram Visit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun! Sign up for our Newsletter here to be in the know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Nov 2

    Closing Up for the Season, Part 1

    Our story tonight is called Closing up for the Season, Part One and it’s a story about a day of chores at the Inn that starts off nice and slow. It’s also about fog on the lake and the view from the window seat on the second floor. Breakfast dishes and wheel barrow rides, and a time for calmly putting things away before the snow flies. We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to Bees in the D. Building a Buzz for Pollinators Through Education and Conservation in and around Detroit. → OneSkin | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NOTHINGMUCH at https://www.oneskin.co/NOTHINGMUCH  #oneskinpod Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Premium channel⁠⁠⁠. The first month is on us. 💙 Join the Village of Nothing Much App! Order Kathryn’s new book On the Street Where You Live NMH Merch, Autographed Books and More! Listen to our daytime show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much Sit Meditation with Kathryn Follow us on Instagram Visit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun! Sign up for our Newsletter here to be in the know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Nov 1 ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Safe as Houses (Bonus)

    Our story tonight is called *Safe as Houses,* and it’s a story about coming home. It’s also about a candle glowing in a window, a ring of keys in a pocket, the moon as she backs slowly away from us, and the good feeling of seeing each other tucked in safely for the night. Thank you for being a Premium Subscriber! 💙 Join the [Village of Nothing Much App](https://village.nothingmuchhappens.com/)! \ Order Kathryn’s new book [On the Street Where You Live](https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-the-Street-Where-You-Live/Kathryn-Nicolai/9781668158272) \ [NMH Merch, Autographed Books and More! ](https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/)\ Listen to our daytime show, [Stories from the Village of Nothing Much ](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village)\ Sit [Meditation](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/first-this) with Kathryn \ Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nothingmuchhappens/) \ Visit [Nothing Much Happens](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/) for more Village fun! \ Sign up for our [Newsletter](https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/newsletter) to be in the know!

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Can’t sleep? You’re not alone—and there’s help. Nothing Much Happens is a bedtime story podcast beloved by millions. Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai tells soothing, cozy stories where—just as the title says—nothing much happens. That’s the magic. Instead of spiraling thoughts or anxious scrolling, you’ll be gently guided to a calm, comfortable place. Each episode is read twice, with a slower second telling to ease you into rest. Trusted by listeners for over seven years and streamed more than 180 million times, it’s a ritual of safety, comfort, and sleep. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠Premium channel.⁠⁠ The first month is on us. 💙 Find our bestselling book Nothing Much Happens in over 20 languages worldwide.

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