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Dozing Off | Deep Voice ASMR Bedtime Stories
by Lance Lewis
A podcast to put the overactive mind at ease, and allow you to doze off.Narrated by Lance Lewis
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The Water of Life
Tonight, we're settling in with "The Water of Life" by The Brothers Grimm.When a dying king sends his sons on a perilous quest to find the legendary Water of Life, only one possesses the humility and kindness needed to overcome enchanted castles, hidden dangers, and betrayal. It's a classic Grimm tale where character matters more than strength, and goodness is ultimately rewarded.Looking for even more bedtime stories? Join the Patreon to unlock exclusive episodes and be part of making Dozing Off what it is:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well, and thank you for listening.
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The Man Who Could Imitate a Bee
Tonight, we're settling in with "The Man Who Could Imitate a Bee" by Richard Connell.Best known for his masterful storytelling, Connell had a gift for creating memorable characters, sharp dialogue, and stories filled with humor and unexpected twists. In this lighthearted tale, an unusual talent leads to a series of entertaining events that make for the perfect bedtime escape.Dim the lights, get comfortable, and let the story help you unwind as you drift off to sleep.Looking to support the show and get an additional bedtime story each week? Join the Patreon to unlock exclusive episodes released every week, along with a growing library of members-only stories you won't find on the public feed. Your support helps keep the podcast going and allows me to continue creating new content every week:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastContact me at [email protected] well, and thank you for listening.
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Alice's Adventures Underground - Down the Rabbit-Hole & The Pool of Tears
Tonight, we'll follow Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole into a world of quiet wonder, curious discoveries, and dreamlike adventures. In this timeless tale by Lewis Carroll, the ordinary slips gently into the extraordinary, making it the perfect story to unwind with before drifting off to sleep.So get comfortable, close your eyes, and let the gentle rhythm of this classic carry you into a peaceful night's rest.If you enjoy the podcast, consider following the show and leaving a review... it truly helps more listeners discover these bedtime stories.For even more relaxing content, including exclusive sleep stories, visit my Patreon. Your support helps keep new episodes coming each week.patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well, and I'll see you in the next story
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Rainy Nights & Norwegian Folktales
Tonight, we're journeying into the world of Norwegian folklore with two classic tales collected by Peter Christen Asbjornsen: The Lad Who Went to the North Wind and The Giant Who Had No Heart in His Body.These timeless stories have been passed down through generations, filled with clever heroes, magical encounters, and the enduring wisdom of traditional folk tales. Whether it's a young man's quest to recover what was taken from him or a daring adventure to defeat a seemingly invincible giant, these stories capture the wonder and imagination that have made folklore beloved for centuries.This episode also marks something new for the podcast: for the first time, you'll hear a gentle rain ambience accompanying the narration. My hope is that the soft rainfall creates an even cozier atmosphere as you settle in for a night of rest.So find a comfortable position, let the rain wash away the day, and enjoy these classic Norwegian tales.Interested in supporting the show and in return, getting an additional story each week? Follow Dozing Off on Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well.
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Sunday at Home
Tonight, settle in with Sunday at Home by Nathaniel Hawthorne. A quiet and reflective glimpse into a peaceful Sunday, filled with observations on family, faith, and the simple rhythms of everyday life.Hawthorne's thoughtful prose creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxation, inviting you to slow down, unwind, and drift into a restful sleep.Get comfortable, close your eyes, and let the gentle cadence of this classic story carry you into the night.If you enjoy these bedtime stories and would like even more content, consider joining my Patreon. Members receive exclusive sleep stories, guided meditations, affirmations, and early access to new releases. Your support helps keep these recordings coming and allows me to continue bringing timeless literature to life.patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSweet dreams.
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An Evening with Aesop
Good evening! Aesop has a monologue of short classic tales that are humorous, comforting, and always end with a story of intentionality.Interested in another bedtime story and being part of making Dozing Off what it is? Check out our Patreon: patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastEnjoy these various stories tonight.Sleep well!Contact me at [email protected]
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A Night in the Smoky Mountains
Tonight, let's take a trip to the Smoky Mountains as we let the imagery of nature guide us to sleep.Thank you for being here tonight.Sleep well!
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The Elephant's Child
Tonight, we welcome Rudyard Kippling to Dozing Off, with his 1902 short story, "The Elephant's Child."Thank you for being part of our sleep community.Sweat dreams :)
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A Whole Lot of Nothing
Good evening, tonight's sleep story is a message about simplicity, calmness, steadiness, and honestly...... nothing.We call it, A Whole Lot of Nothing.Thanks for being here tonight, sleep well!
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A Dog's Dream
Tonight's story is inspired by our pups. Sometimes watching their tail wag or legs kick, I always wonder where they are and what are they dreaming.Let's explore the possibility tonight.Thanks for being here, sleep well!
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A Dill Pickle
Tonight, we doze off to Katherine Mansfield's 1920 short story, A Dill Pickle. Two ex-lovers meet for the first time in 6 years, and quickly notice how much has changed, and also stayed the same.Thanks for being here tonight. If you're interested in supporting the show and in return getting exclusive content, check out our Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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The Story of Keesh
Tonight, we fall asleep to Jack London's, The Story of Keesh. The rise and prosper of an arctic leader, but more importantly... perfect to fall asleep to.Thanks for being here tonight.Sleep well!
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Passages: The Mountain is You
Tonight is a special episode. We had a Dozing Off fan share that she was reading, The Mountain is You by Brianna Weist, and that she'd love to her me narrate this book. Ironically, I had the book already, so found some passages that resonated with me, and am happy to share with you all.Thank you for being here. sleep well!
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The Little Prince: Asteroids and 44 Sunsets
Tonight, we revisit the simplicity of childhood and the power of our presence. Lance reads Chapters 4-6 from The Little Prince.Thank you for being here, and making Dozing Off a part of your bedtime routine.Sleep well!
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Little Ida's Flowers
Good Evening - it's Hans Christian Andersen again, of course! Little Ida's Flowers.A fairy tale from 1835 about a girl who wonders why her flowers wilt, leading a student to tell her they're tired from dancing all night at a ball in the king's castle.Thank you for being here tonight, sleep well!
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A Love Knot
Tonight, we welcome W.W Jacobs back to Dozing Off with A Love Knot.This is a humorous short story detailing the courtship of Mr. Nathaniel Clark and Mrs. Bowman, centered on a tense, deliberate game of draughts.Thanks for being here tonight, sleep well!
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Snow-White and Rose-Red
No one asked for another Brothers Grimm fairy tale, but when do they ever fail?Tonight, I've got another beauty and the beast style story, with Snow-White and Rose-Red.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community - sleep well!
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Nobody's Story
We just don't give Charles Dickens the spotlight he needs on Dozing Off, but tonight, that's exactly what we'll do with, "Nobody's Story."Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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The Man Who Slept Beneath the Breathing Earth
Good evening, welcome back to Dozing Off. Fall asleep tonight, as we follow the journey of a man, his dog, and Mother-Nature.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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The Story of the Year
Tonight, Hans Christian Andersen is back for another sleep story. He has to be one of the most frequent authors, but his stories are so perfect for us.The Story of the Year.Thank you for being here, sleep well!
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Gentlemen, the King!
Tonight for our bedtime story, we introduce Robert Barr to Dozing Off, with his 1897 short story, "Gentlemen, the King!"Join to follow the fate of the king (if you can make it that long).Thank you for your continued support to Dozing Off.Sleep well!
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The Life-Book of Uncle Jesse
Good evening, I hope you're tired, but not too tired, and ready to enjoy (at least part) of this Lucy Maud Montgomery short story.Lucy Maud Montgomery's short story "The Life-Book of Uncle Jesse" is about a delightful summer spent with a wise, adventurous old sailor named Uncle Jesse, who shares his seafaring tales and simple wisdom with the narrator and her mother.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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The Boy Who Borrowed a Perfect Year
Just like that, this is the final bedtime story of 2025. What a year it's been. I appreciate you for making Dozing Off a part of your bedtime routine. To set up the New Year right, join me as we follow, The Boy Who Borrowed a Perfect Year.Sleep well, see you next year.
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The Grinch and the Longest Winter Night
Tonight will be the third and final Christmas story of the year. I appreciate each one of you for being part of the Dozing Off community, and to those that celebrate - Merry Christmas!Tonight, we will fall asleep to, The Grinch and the Longest Winter Night.Sleep well!
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When Santa Almost Gave Up on Christmas
The best time of year, but also, can be the most stressful - especially for Santa.Tonight, we fall asleep to the story of the year When Santa Almost Gave Up on Christmas.Thanks for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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The Gift That Keeps On Giving
Tonight, I'll make my first attempt to get you in the Christmas spirit. We'll start small and just begin with the idea of gift giving :)Enjoy this short story, and sleep well!
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Uncle Richard's New Year Dinner
Tonight, in honor of the time of year it is and because I discovered Lucy Maud Montgomery this year, let's fall asleep to her short story, Uncle Richard's New Year Dinner.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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Counting Raindrops
Good evening! Tonight, you're going to close your eyes while I watch the raindrops hitting and falling on the window. I'll count them and describe each one as I see it.Thanks for being here tonight. If you're interested in supporting the show and getting more content, check out Dozing Off's Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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A Child's Christmas in Wales
Dylan Thomas’s A Child’s Christmas in Wales is a cozy, musical recollection of childhood holidays—told with the kind of wonder only a child can hold and only an adult can remember.Never too soon for a Christmas story.Thank you for being here - if you're interested in more content from the show, check out our Patreon for the Dozing Off community:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well, Lance
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The Old House
Tonight, join me as we wind down with another Hans Christian Andersen short story.This time, we have, The Old House.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community. If you're interested in supporting the show and get additional stories each week, check out our Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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The Black Cat
Happy Halloween! Who better than Edgar Allan Poe to have on Dozing Off for a spooky story. The Black Cat - I hope you enjoy and sleep well!If you're interested in supporting Dozing Off and getting more content from the show - check out our Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcast
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Steps to the Sea
Tonight, let's take a walk from our porch to the sea together. Thank you for being here and part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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The Gossip of Valley View
Lucy Maud Montgomery's literature has really caught my eye. Tonight, I narrated her story, "The Gossip of Valley View"If you'd like to support the show and get additional sleep stories, guided meditations, and positive affirmations, check out our Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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The Roly-Poly Pudding
Tonight, Lance introduced a new author to Dozing Off, with Beatrix Potter's, "The Roly-Poly Pudding."In "The Roly-Poly Pudding", we follow the adventurous Tom Kitten as he wanders into the dark corners of the attic… only to cross paths with a pair of clever rats and an unexpected pudding pot.Sleep well!
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12 Rules for Sleep
Good Evening! Tonight, we fall asleep together with the 12 Rules for Sleep.A cozy, comical guide to falling asleep — one rule at a time.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community. Interested in another bedtime story, guided meditations, and positive affirmations? Check out Dozing Off on Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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That Spot
Tonight, Lance reads us Jack London's short story, That Spot.London positions himself as the narrator of two men who just can't seem to get rid of their "unintelligent" sled dog, that turns out to be very smart indeed.Thanks for being here tonight. If you're interested in an additional Dozing Off story, guided meditations, or positive affirmations - support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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The Dream of Little Tuk
Tonight, Lance narrates Hans Christian Andersen's, The Dream of Little Tuk. A young boy drifts into a magical dream where the world of his school lessons comes alive. As he sleeps, cities, histories, and stories unfold around him, blending wonder with imagination. It’s a gentle tale that captures the innocence of childhood, the magic of learning, and the way dreams can turn knowledge into adventure.Thank for being part of the Dozing Off community. Interested in an additional episode, guided meditation, or positive affirmation? Check out Dozing Off on Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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The Enchanted Grouse
In tonight's sleep story, I narrated, The Enchanted Grouse by Parker Fillmore. Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community!If you're interested in supporting the show and getting an additional story each week, check out Dozing Off on Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcast
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The Battle of the Birds
Tonight, we bring Joseph Jacobs back to Dozing Off.The Battle of the Birds.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.For an additional episode, guided meditations, or postive affirmations - you can support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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The Tree of Golden Light
Tonight, join me as we follow the boy, although feeling insignificant, has no idea of the change he will make in the world.Thanks for being part of the Dozing Off community. Interested in an additional story and want to support the show? Check out Dozing Off on Patreon - patreon.com/dozingoffpodcast Sleep well!
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The Hotel Room Between Cities
Tonight’s sleep story takes place in a quiet hotel room, a place that belongs to no one and everyone. Between one city and the next, this room becomes a pause in time—filled with the soft hum of the air conditioner, the glow of a distant highway, and the stillness of a space that exists only to be passed through. Drift into the comfort of impermanence as we linger in the room’s silence, reflecting on travelers who came before and the gentle ritual of rest that awaits at dawn.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community. If you're interested in an additional sleep story each week, positive affirmation, or guided meditation, check out our Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcast
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Defining You to Sleep
Tonight’s sleep story is a little different. Instead of following a traditional tale, we’ll drift gently through words and their meanings — like stepping into a dreamlike dictionary. Each word is soft, lyrical, or curious, paired with its definition, and read slowly to ease your mind into stillness. Let the rhythm of language carry you into rest, one word at a time.Interested in an additional sleep story, guided meditation, and/or positive affirmation? Check out Dozing Off on Patreon - patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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Beauty of Form & Beauty of Mind - Hans Christian Andersen
Tonight's sleep story is Hans Christian Andersen's, "Beauty of Form & Beauty of Mind."Interested in an additional sleep story? Check out Dozing Off on Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastSleep well!
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David Swan - Nathaniel Hawthorne
Tonight, Lance narrates Nathaniel Hawthorne's, David Swan.Interested in an additional episode? Check out Dozing Off on Patreon:patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastThank you for being part of the Dozing Off community!
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The Midnight Train Through Africa
Tonight, I'll bring us back to the Midnight Train - this time, with a journey through Africa.Dozing Off is officially on Patreon. I want to connect with all of you, and continue making this easier to put in your nighttime routine.patreon.com/dozingoffpodcastThank you and I hope you sleep well!
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The Breadmaker of Bellhaven
Tonight, take a trip to the town of Bellhaven, and meet the breadmaker that makes this town as magical as it is.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well.
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Packing for a Trip That Never Happens
Tonight, Lance takes us on a journey with a lady who is Packing for a Trip That Never Happens. This story is the perfect blend of boring, yet engaging, and perfect to fall asleep to.Thanks for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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An Adventure in the Upper Sea - Jack London
Tonight, we welcome another Jack London short story to ease us to sleep tonight. "An Adventure in the Upper Sea."Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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What The Old Man Does Is Always Right - Hans Christian Andersen
Tonight, Hans Christian Andersen makes a return, with this charming and lovable story - What The Old Man Does Is Always Right.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!
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Winnie The Pooh - A.A. Milne (Chapter 6)
I hope your week is going well. Even if it's not, let's see if Pooh, Piglet, and Eeyore can make you smile and fall asleep tonight.We continue with Winnie The Pooh - I hope you enjoy chapter 6.Sleep well!
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