The Swim Platform

Our story tonight is called Late at the Library, and it’s a story about an evening of study in a quiet spot. It’s also about pens and pencils, a story told on a felt board, hushed footsteps through the mezzanine, and the camaraderie of people sharing a common goal and space. Subs ...  Show more

Originally aired April 29, 2024 (Season 13, Episode 35) Our story tonight is called First Mow of the Year, and it’s a story about a day of yard work as spring arrives in full. It’s also about pinecones and ladybugs, a glass of water enjoyed on the porch step, the sun on the back ...  Show more

This is a preview of a premium episode a available on Drift Off Premium. Tonight I will be reading a Spanish Fairy Tale by Fernan Caballero, later collected by Andrew Lang in his Orange Fairy Book. This tale is about a fisherman who finds a baby boy and baby girl in a crystal ...

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

When a Portuguese Man O' War breaks his tentacle, it's off to hospital to get a cast put on it. Luckily, he's got plenty more...
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Tonight, relax as I narrate The Three Feathers by Mary De Morgan, a timeless fairytale perfect for easing into sleep. This gentle bedtime story was featured on the Drift Off Premium Feed a few weeks ago, where premium subscribers enjoyed early access before its public ...