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Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast

by Joe Pera

Season 1 Vinyl Out Now - joepera.merchtable.com/ Drifting Off With Joe Pera is an evening comedy podcast from comedian Joe Pera and composer Ryan Dann. With low-key jokes, immersive soundscapes, and relaxing phone conversations, Joe’s narration and Ryan’s sound design will help you unwind and perhaps even fall asleep. Featuring guest composers and interviews with interesting folks. Produced by Grant Farsi for Chestnut Walnut. Link to Joe's Shows: joepera.com/shows/ Merch: joepera.merchtable.com/ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera <p style='c

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Episodes

  1. Drifting Off: Live from the Brooklyn Opera House

    The full recording from the 'Drifting Off Live' performance on February 24th, 2024. While the podcast is on hiatus, we figured we'd release this show featuring new material, sections from the podcast performed live, and some sleep pieces from friends, all accompanied by the band, Hour and Ryan...

  2. Season 2 Ep 3: Drinks Before Bedtime ft. Carmen Christopher

    Joe continues his bedtime drinks experiment while on tour in Canada with help from Carmen Christopher, back pain expert.* *please be skeptical of medical advice given by comedians. Subscribe to Patreon (this ep is free and ad-free there) - https://patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera Music & sound...

  3. Season 2 Ep 2: The French Library

    Imagine... you are walking down the street in France. Yes, France. Shout out to the Sainte-Geneviève Library. Subscribe to Patreon (this ep is free and ad-free there) - https://patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera Music & sound design by Ryan Dann Written by Joe Pera Produced by Grant Farsi for...

  4. Season 2 Ep 1: Wind ft. Elori Saxl

    Talking about wind - wind through wheatfields, wind in hair, wind blowing you around in a hot air balloon...the list goes on. It's a good episode. Subscribe to Patreon - https://patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera Music & sound design by Ryan Dann Co-written by Joe Pera and Matt Barats Additional...

  5. Drifting Off Season 2 is Here

    Comedian Joe Pera & Ryan Dann's Sleep Podcast returns next Monday... All Episodes are free and ad-free on Patreon. Each month we’ll also post 1 Max Drift Episode (an 8 hour extended version) and 2 Readings to Doze To (30 min readings) for paid subscribers.This month Joe is reading 'My Antonia',...

  6. Drifting Off: Live from the Brooklyn Opera House [PATREON SHOP PREVIEW]

    patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera/shop Hello Drifters, It’s Joe, with a note for the Spring. I hope your April has been good and that you’ve got your garden plotted out. If not, there’s still time and I am glad for that because personally, I’m not sure what to do with the special bean seeds I...

  7. The Holland Patent Postal Union

    As you may have heard, Drifting Off is on a brief hiatus. But in the meantime, here's the first episode of Ryan's new project - the Holland Patent Postal Union. The 2nd episode is also live everywhere you get your podcasts. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3EVtibpTN4cNun9t0Hn3vd Apple -...

  8. Season 1 Ep. 12: Australia and its Greatest Horse ft. Cut Worms

    Drifting Off Live in Brooklyn, February 24th: https://wl.seetickets.us/event/joe-pera/578625?afflky=Murmrr I am excited to share with you this new episode, a trip to a place where it is currently summer, Australia. Not that you and I are afraid of the cold but a number of coincidences have been...

  9. Season 1 Ep. 11: Christmas Tree Lit ft. Mary Lattimore & Whitmer Thomas

    A return to favorite subject matter, here's an episode to ring in the Holidays. Joe shares a poem he wrote about trees and reads 'The Fir Tree' by Hans Christian Andersen. Plenty more as well. Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions and upcoming extended...

  10. Season 1 Ep. 10: WaterfallTV ft. Michael Nau

    Disclaimer: Waterfall TV was intended as a relaxing visual experience, but for those of you who would prefer to imagine the falls, we made this audio version. If you enjoy what you hear, Waterfall TV can be watched on YouTube or the Drifting Off Patreon page. Hope you will consider supporting and...

  11. Season 1 Ep. 9: Ghosts of New York City ft. Ana Fabrega & Tom Delgado

    Tom Delgado (NYC Tour Guide & Joe's old roommate) shares some spooky stories from New York City's history. Plus Ana Fabrega (Los Espookys) talks about home invasion. Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions. Plus, we depend on listener support since there...

  12. Season 1 Ep. 8: Music Shop ft. Karima Walker

    Karima Walker's clarinet score inspires some thoughts on local music stores, Lucille Ball, and woodland animals. Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions. Plus, we depend on listener support since there are no ads...

  13. Season 1 Ep. 7: From Books 'Round My Desk

    Tonight's episode comes from some of the books and articles sitting around my desk. It's simple but I hope in a good way, like cheese and crackers. Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions. Plus, we depend on listener support since there are no ads:...

  14. Season 1 Ep. 6: D(r)iving ft. Peter Sohn

    Sleep podcast about going for late night drives and underwater Music by Ryan Dann. Featuring Peter Sohn and Jack Bensinger. 8 Hour Extended Versions of all episodes are available here: https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera Check out Jack's podcast Joy Tactics -...

  15. Season 1 Ep. 5: My Answering Machine ft. Todd Barry & Yo La Tengo

    After 5 weeks on tour, I come home to some interesting messages on my answering machine. Featuring Todd Barry and the music by Yo La Tengo. Hopefully, there'll be more calls from friends than spam. Support the show on Patreon for access to 8 hour Extended Versions and Interviews:...

  16. Season 1 Ep. 4: An Audio Tour of Ireland ft. Julianna Barwick & Dr. Art Hughes

    Reflections on Ireland from a rainy flat. Support the show on Patreon for access to 8 hour Extended Versions and Interviews: https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera. Original Music by Julianna Barwick. Sound Design and Additional Music by Ryan Dann. Featuring Dr. Art Hughes and Daniel...

  17. Season 1 Ep. 3: Video Games ft. Dan Deacon & Roger Clark

    Me and my slow reflexes got back into video games after a decade-long break. Figured I would share some thoughts as well as my appreciation for Red Dead Redemption 2. I know I barely scratched the surface but talking with actor Roger Clark (Arthur Morgan) was incredible and the original music by...

  18. Season 1 Ep. 2: A History of Clock Chimes ft. Michael Cormier-O'Leary & Carmen Christopher

    A dive into the history of clock chimes. Plus a call with Carmen Christopher of FX's The Bear on how to negotiate with club bouncers. Please consider supporting the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera Music by Michael Cormier-O'Leary. Sound Design and Additional Music…

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  19. Season 1 Ep. 1: Soup ft. Jo Firestone

    Episode about soup. Joe makes a pot of soup, talks about soup, makes a phone call with Jo Firestone about soup. Music by Ryan Dann, featuring Jo Firestone. Plus calls with Ike Ufomadu, Devin Bockrath, Ulaize Hernandez-Troyas, and Brad Howe. Produced by Grant Farsi for Chestnut Walnut.

  20. Introducing Drifting Off with Joe Pera

    A brief introduction to Drifting off with Joe Pera, a sleep podcast. Subscribe to the Patreon - patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera. Subscribe to the youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@JoePeraComedy. https://joepera.com/

About this show

Season 1 Vinyl Out Now - joepera.merchtable.com/

Drifting Off With Joe Pera is an evening comedy podcast from comedian Joe Pera and composer Ryan Dann. With low-key jokes, immersive soundscapes, and relaxing phone conversations, Joe’s narration and Ryan’s sound design will help you unwind and perhaps even fall asleep.

Featuring guest composers and interviews with interesting folks.

Produced by Grant Farsi for Chestnut Walnut.

Link to Joe's Shows: joepera.com/shows/

Merch: joepera.merchtable.com/

Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast have?

Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast has 20 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on April 22, 2025.

What is Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast about?

Season 1 Vinyl Out Now - joepera.merchtable.com/ Drifting Off With Joe Pera is an evening comedy podcast from comedian Joe Pera and composer Ryan Dann. With low-key jokes, immersive soundscapes, and relaxing phone conversations, Joe’s narration and Ryan’s sound design will help you unwind and...

How often does Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast release new episodes?

Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast publishes monthly, based on its 20 episodes since February 2023.

Who hosts Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast?

Drifting Off with Joe Pera: A Sleep Podcast is created and hosted by Joe Pera.
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