Late Night Sleep Radio

Tony Walker
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Late Night Sleep Radio

A smorgasbord of calming softly-spoken talk broadcast from rural and small-town Britain. One man chat about foraging, legends, customs with a bedtime story all designed to keep you company through the small dark hours of the night and ease you off to sleep #unintentionalASMR #talkradio #sleepaid #latenightradio

  1. Sleepy Folklore: Whitsun Ales, Oak Apples, Hay Meadows and Dreamy Snoozy Snuffly Sleep Talk

    31/05/2024

    Sleepy Folklore: Whitsun Ales, Oak Apples, Hay Meadows and Dreamy Snoozy Snuffly Sleep Talk

    Sleepy Folklore: Whitsun Ales, Oak Apples, Hay Meadows and Dreamy Snoozy Snuffly Sleep Talk. Remember the point is there is no point. Idle, ramble, sleep, snooze, dream. That's it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h21min
  2. Sleepy Folklore: Beating the Bounds in Oxford, Dunting in Northumberland, King Arthur and Cúchulain, Onions and Old Man's Beard

    23/05/2024

    Sleepy Folklore: Beating the Bounds in Oxford, Dunting in Northumberland, King Arthur and Cúchulain, Onions and Old Man's Beard

    Ascension Day Customs, Beating The Bounds in Oxford, a Bit of Dunting in Northumberland, Old Man’s Beard and Onions and a bedtime story: King Conchobhar of Ulster and and King Arthur and Merlin too. Sleep, doze, dream. Nothing's more important than a good kip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h54min
  3. Sleepy Folklore: Old May Day Customs, Fences and Fell Ponies

    18/05/2024

    Sleepy Folklore: Old May Day Customs, Fences and Fell Ponies

    Old May Day Customs, Fences, Fell Ponies, Sleepy chat, and a bedtime story. Sleepy Folklore! Sleep through Tony Walker's meanderings and end up at the Shipping Forecast. This week we look at customs around May 13, 'Old May Day' (and thus the one we're sticking to). We look at the Screaming Skull of Burton Agnes Hall, Fences, Fell Ponies, and a look at a story from Elizabeth Garner's Lost & Found book. In amongst pointless, soporific chatter from the man with the dreariest voice in England (official). If this doesn't bore you to sleep. nothing will. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h46min
  4. The Man Who Loved Islands by D. H. Lawrence

    13/05/2024

    The Man Who Loved Islands by D. H. Lawrence

    Here we narrate D.H. Lawrence's "The Man Who Loved Islands," where isolation becomes both a refuge and a prison. This gripping audiobook tells the story of Mr. Carthcart, a man who seeks solitude by purchasing a series of increasingly remote islands, each retreat further distancing him from the human connections he undervalues. But as he delves deeper into his self-imposed exile, Carthcart finds that nature's overpowering presence grows ever more formidable, threatening to erase any trace of his existence. Well-known literary critic Margaret Drabble hails this narrative as one of the finest examples of English short stories, masterfully weaving allegory and literal narrative into a profound exploration of human isolation. This story delves deeply into the psyche of a man who is fundamentally incapable of forming real human connections or adapting to a shared existence. With each island retreat, Carthcart's disconnect grows, turning each new haven into a more desolate and isolating place than the last. Perfect for those who are captivated by the complexities of solitude and the human condition, this audiobook offers a compelling narrative that captures the tragic consequences of a life lived at the margins of society. Listen and uncover the depth of Lawrence’s insight into the inevitable downfall that comes from fleeing the very essence of humanity: our need for each other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h11min
  5. King Arthur: The History of Uther Pendragon from Geoffrey of Monmouth

    11/05/2024

    King Arthur: The History of Uther Pendragon from Geoffrey of Monmouth

    Step into the enchanting world of medieval Britain with our latest episode, where we unravel the mysteries surrounding one of its most iconic figures: Uther Pendragon, father of the legendary King Arthur. Join us as we journey through the annals of history and myth, drawing from the earliest accounts found in Nennius's "Historia Brittonum" and Geoffrey of Monmouth's "The History of The Kings of Britain." In this captivating exploration, we delve into the tumultuous era of post-Roman Britain, where Uther Pendragon emerges as a formidable warrior in the struggle against the invading Anglo-Saxons. Discover how Geoffrey of Monmouth weaves a tapestry of intrigue and magic in his portrayal of Uther Pendragon, a noble king whose reign sets the stage for the rise of Arthurian legend. From the fabled conception of King Arthur under the guidance of the enigmatic Merlin to the epic battles that shape the destiny of Britain, Uther Pendragon's story is a mesmerizing blend of history and magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37min
  6. Late Night Sleep Radio Episode 15

    29/10/2023

    Late Night Sleep Radio Episode 15

    Halloween Special, in which we talk about the customs of Halloween, its history and fake news. Discussion with Sheila Thomas about foraging and what to do with the wild things you harvest. A bit more Alice in Wonderland and a reading of Goblin Market by Christina Rosetti. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h11min
  7. Episode 14

    22/10/2023

    Episode 14

    Struggling to sleep? Let me talk you into dozy snoozy sleep land. In this episode we talk about Apple Day and Trafalgar Day. We mention the Big Grey Man of Ben MacDui in the Cairngorms. I dote on Justin Hopper's book The Old Weird Albion and Danny Robin's Uncanny.. We have some more Alice in Wonderland as a bedtime story. Many aimless meandering conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h51min
  8. Late Night Sleep Radio Episode 13

    10/10/2023

    Late Night Sleep Radio Episode 13

    Contains Old Michaelmas Day, dog-whipping, some Alice in Wonderland, Jabberwocky, a bit of Lud Heat, a discussion on artichokes, Charles Dickens's memories of his evil nurse and Captain Murderer, probably something about stone circles and a small appearance by Ruby and then Jasper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h51min
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    A smorgasbord of calming softly-spoken talk broadcast from rural and small-town Britain. One man chat about foraging, legends, customs with a bedtime story all designed to keep you company through the small dark hours of the night and ease you off to sleep #unintentionalASMR #talkradio #sleepaid #latenightradio

    Informações

    • Criado por
      Tony Walker
    • Anos de atividade
      2022 - 2024
    • Episódios
      20
    • Classificação
      Livre
    • Copyright
      © John Anthony Walker
    • Site do podcast
      Late Night Sleep Radio

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