The Sleeper Car (Encore)

Originally presented as Bonus Episode 6 of Season 15 (June 1, 2025) Our story tonight is called The Last Day of School, and it’s a story about a slow parade of proud students through downtown Nothing Much. It’s also about baseball cards and bike spokes, lemon candies and bubbles, ...  Show more

Our story tonight is called Family Photos, and it’s a story about an afternoon in the village square and moments caught on film. It’s also about oak trees and rowboats, a gate in a fence and the feeling of belonging in your family and in your community. Subscribe to our ⁠Premium ...  Show more

Tonight’s bedtime story is The Lost Half Hour, a charming and whimsical fairytale written by Henry Beston. This tale follows a kind-hearted young man named Bobo as he sets off on a magical journey to find something most unusual—a half hour that has been lost. So get cozy, take a ...  Show more

Our stories today lean into the romance and sentimental feelings of the summer. We’ll start with In the Kitchen, During a Storm, as the wind picks up and the Pomodoro sauce simmers on the stove. This story, by the way, mentions alcohol, in case that doesn’t work for you and you n ...  Show more

Taken from our Sleep Cove archive, enjoy this classic mystery tale by the Queen of the Whodunnit herself Agatha Christie. If you would prefer a version with our relaxing sleep music, scroll down to find in our Mysteries at Midnight backcatalogue. Please leave a 5-star review & SU ...  Show more

Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧 Writer: Jo Steer ✍️ Sound design: mountain forest ambience ⛰️ Includes mentions of: Autumn, Walking, History, Religious Traditions, Art History, Architecture, Music, Travel, Folklore, Literature & Literary History.  Welcome back, sleepyheads. Followin ...  Show more