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Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

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Rating
★★★★★
4.7
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10204 reviews
This podcast has
613 episodes
Language
English
Publisher
Wellness Loud
Explicit
No
Date created
2018/04/28
Latest episode
2026/10/15
Average duration
49 min.
Release period
3 days

Description

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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Crows and Candles (Encore)
2026/10/15
Originally presented as Season 14, Episode 39 (Oct 14, 2024) Our story tonight is called Crows and Candles, and it is the next in this month’s special Halloween episodes. While it isn’t at all a scary story, it is meant to be a bit of balm for those that are grieving, and if that feels too heavy for tonight, that’s understandable; might I recommend The Leaf House instead tonight? Tonight's story is about a walk on a misty day and a place at the bottom of the hill where the gate squeaks when you push it open. It’s also about rosemary and gifts brought by birds, the magic of speaking the names of those we love, and a choice to make friends wherever you go. → Nature's Sunshine | Try Nature’s Sunshine and experience the difference with supplements that are better for you and the planet. Go to https://www.naturessunshine.com today and use the code NOTHINGMUCH for 20% off your first order, plus free shipping. → Vinted | See what's hiding in your closet, you might be surprised how much you can earn with Vinted. Download the Vinted app for free to start listing with no seller fees. https://www.vinted.com/ 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
Slightly More Happens - October Oracles
2026/10/12
Our stories tonight are some of my favorites. We’ll spend time at the Inn as the pumpkins are lit and the ballroom fills up with costumed neighbors. There will be cats in windows, a rumbling dumbwaiter, and a secret passageway that’s sat shut up for ages. We’ll wander through the alleys at the Night Market and make friends with bump in the night. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Premium channel⁠⁠⁠. The first month is on us. 💙 We give to a different charity each week, and this week we are giving to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library 🦋, dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting books free of charge to children from birth to age five. → Quince | Make your bed your favorite place to be this season with Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to https://www.quince.com. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep.  → Little Spoon | Give them meals + snacks that are actually right for where kids are developmentally - balanced, intentional and made to support real growth. Go to https://www.littlespoon.com/NOTHINGMUCH and enter code NOTHINGMUCH for 30% off your first order. 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
The Corn Maze or The Say Yes Club (Encore)
2026/10/08
Originally presented as Season 12, Episode 23 (Oct 16, 2023) Our story tonight is called The Corn Maze, or The Say Yes Club, and it’s a story about a trip out into the country as the leaves fall. It’s also about the smell of dried corn stalks, kettle corn and wood chips, and finding a group of friends to have adventures with. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 Head to https://www.AquaTru.com and use promo code NOTHINGMUCH to get UP TO 20% off today! AquaTru comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, and a 1-year warranty! 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
Paper Flowers
2026/10/05
Our story tonight is called Paper Flowers, and it’s a story about a place to spend a cozy and creative afternoon. It’s also about the magic of miniature things, having something to look forward to, and the fun of learning something new. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Premium channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The first month is on us. 💙 Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NOTHINGMUCH at https://www.oneskin.co/NOTHINGMUCH  #oneskinpod ⁠⁠⁠⁠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
Moonlight and Marigolds (Bonus)
2026/10/01
Our story tonight is called Moonlight and Marigolds, and it’s a story of light through branches, the animals who come alive when the sun goes down and a small shop window opening to let a trail of sweet scented vapor out. It’s also about cloves and wooden spoons, the memory of storms and loving web cast over a village while it sleeps Thank you for being a Premium Subscriber! 💙 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!
Autumn Ride (Encore)
2026/10/01
Originally Presented as Episode 19 of Season 10 (Oct 10, 2022) Our story tonight is called Autumn Ride, and it’s about pedaling with friends under falling leaves. It’s also about treats from the bakery, wrapped up and ready to share, rediscovering a pure feeling of joy out on the road, and a hoodie zipped up to your chin. 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
Much More Happens - Volume 10 - Autumn Favorites
2026/09/29
Our stories tonight take you through the ‘ber months and drop you off on the doorstep of winter. We’ll take train rides and spend evenings around the fire. We’ll zip up our jackets and hike under changing leaves. We’ll spend quite a bit of time at the Inn and we’ll finish in a warm kitchen at home, as the pies come out of the oven. 1. The Bonfire 2. Chef and Sycamore 3. Autumn World 4. Autumn at the Inn, 1 5. Autumn at the Inn, 2 6. Autumn at the Inn, 3 7. Autumn at the Inn, 4 8. In the Library 9. The Pumpkin Farmer 10. Fall Fair 11. The Lookout 12. Rosewater and Witch Hazel 13. The Gatekeeper Tree 14. Chef and the Ghost Light 15. The Cabin in the Woods 16. A Rainy Day, Making Soup 17. The Middle Path 18. Winter Evening Yoga 19. Heavy Snow at the Cabin 20. Pie Making Thank you for being a Premium Subscriber! 💙 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!
Stargazing in the Woods
2026/09/28
Our story tonight is called Stargazing in the Woods, and it’s a story about a few days away from everything and at the same time closer to everything. It’s also about flat stones for skipping, an old blanket spread under the night sky, and a realigned perspective to take home after the embers die. We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving the Detroit Creativity Project, bringing free improv programs to schools and community centers to build confidence, collaboration, and the social skills that students use daily in other classes, at work, and in life. 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
The Big Day (Encore)
2026/09/24
Originally presented on Season 12, Episode 17 (Sept 21, 2023) Our story tonight is about a wedding beside the lake on a soft September day. We’ll hear piano music drifting through the air and champagne corks popping as the whole Village gathers to celebrate love and savor the big and small moments before they slip away. Make your bed your favorite place to be this season with Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to quince.com/nothingmuch. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. 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
Coat Check at the Supper Club
2026/09/21
Our story tonight is called Coat Check at the Supper Club, and it’s a story about a restaurant on the edge of the lake. It’s also about a quiet corridor lined with numbered hooks and cubbies, carefully set tables, matchboxes and bobby pins, and caring about giving your guests a place where they feel well taken care of, unhurried and at ease. We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving Haven They work to empower survivors to heal and engage all individuals and communities to address and prevent sexual assault and intimate partner violence.  Whether it's a hobby, a passion, or a long-held idea, Shopify can help you bring it to life. Start with a free trial at shopify.com/nothingmuch 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
Something Blue (Encore)
2026/09/17
Originally presented as Episode 16 of Season 12 (Sept 18, 2023) Our story tonight is called Something Blue, and it brings us a little closer to a much-anticipated event in the Village of Nothing Much. It’s a story about autumn skies and turning leaves. It’s also about a kitten wrapped in a shawl, star anise and peppermint, and letting yourself love again after loss. Give them meals + snacks that are actually right for where kids are developmentally - balanced, intentional and made to support real growth. Go to https://littlespoon.com/NOTHINGMUCH and enter code NOTHINGMUCH for 30% off your first order. 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
Slightly More Happens - September Splendor
2026/09/14
Our stories tonight are, if I do say so myself, such a treat. If you have ever wished to book a stay at the Inn of Nothing Much and watch the leaves change while sipping coffee from the back porch. If you love trains and journals and cats and trays of food sent up from the kitchen, these stories are for you. Make your bed your favorite place to be this season with Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to quince.com/nothingmuch. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 We give to a different charity each week, and this week we are giving to Brown Bag Lady. Rooted in using kindness, food and essentials as a way to improve the lives of others throughout Los Angeles. 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 to be in the know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Something Borrowed (Encore)
2026/09/10
Originally presented as Episode 15 of Season 12 (September 11, 2023) Our story tonight is called Something Borrowed, and it’s the next installment in our series leading up to a special day here in the Village of Nothing Much. It’s a story about early morning at the Inn. It’s also about pretty plates brought out of the pantry cupboards... cardamom and cinnamon... and remembering that you don’t have to do everything on your own. MasterClass keeps adding new classes, so there’s never been a better time to get in. Head to masterclass.com/nothingmuch to get at least 15% off any annual membership. Go to AquaTru.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
Moving In
2026/09/07
Our story tonight is called Moving In, and it’s a story about a long drive in a packed car at the beginning of freshman year. It’s also about paper cups of coffee, new towels and beloved memories, turning leaves on the commons and the tender adventure of growing up and letting go. We give to a different charity each week, and this week we are giving the True and Faithful Pet Rescue Mission. Making a difference in the lives of these resilient, loving, and devoted senior dogs and giving them the forever homes they deserve. Whether it's a hobby, a passion, or a long-held idea, Shopify can help you bring it to life. Start with a free trial at shopify.com/nothingmuch Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NOTHINGMUCH at ⁠⁠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
Something New (Encore)
2026/09/03
Originally presented as Episode 14 of Season 12 (September 4, 2023) Our story tonight is called Something New, and it’s a story about stumbling upon a beautiful place on a late summer bike ride. It’s also about lily pads, an X marked on a map, and the joy of watching a friend step into a new season of their life. Thank You for being a Premium Subscriber. 💙 ⁠⁠⁠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

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4.7 out of 5
10204 reviews
★★★☆☆
behehckenvah 2026/10/14
Beautiful Stories, Terrible Audio
I am shocked nobody else has commented on this. On most of the episodes, after the end of every sentence, there is a brief static sound. I have listen...
★★★★★
Pokémongirl🩷🩵💜 2026/10/14
🤨
Love the show have nothing bad to say about it except for maybe maybe maybe the ads they are really loud I know this is a popular topic, but it’s real...
★★★★★
Lee Academy 2026/10/12
Business Opportunity
If someone were to make a board or video game set in the village, I’d buy it. Maybe something like Lilac Heist or a game like Clue called The Curious ...
★★☆☆☆
Miriamstrong 2026/10/11
Sold out
Used to love this show so much but she sold out and put ads in. Drifting off to sleep then hear about toxic mold in american homes…. $5/mo or $60/year...
★★★★★
Skullzyy🤘🏻he/they/it 2026/10/08
Yo
Yo story guy or wtv it’s not supposed to be exiting, it’s supposed to make you go to sleep
★★☆☆☆
forestfeelings 2026/10/08
Ads ruined it
Can’t fall asleep with blaring ads and can’t afford to pay for premium. I really used to love these when sleep was impossible to have :(
★★★★★
Frankie Hendren 2026/10/07
Thank you so much💖💖💖💖
I just love it so much even though I’m an eight year-old it just shuts your brain off so I can go to bed Iand my grandma just love it. I went and slep...
★★★★★
I_Love_Corgis!!! 2026/10/06
I agree
Hi a lil beee, I also LOVE that this podcast is inclusive. In fact, my brother/sibling? Uses they/he pronouns and I am an ally too. I think that all p...
★★★★★
Blood virus 🩸🦠👾❎📦 2026/10/05
I hate it
My brother listened to this every night and we have a shared room he also replied on the show and his username is raysplays Henry and it annoyes me be...
★☆☆☆☆
StOrY LoVeR83 :)🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃 2026/09/30
BORING
Way to boring 🥱 🫩🫩🥱😑😑😑😴😴🫩🫩🥱🥱🥱🥱🫩🫩😴😴😑😑
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