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Sleep with Mythology
by Whisper.fm
Before the world was mapped, it was imagined.We bring the world’s oldest stories to your bedside. Tales whispered through generations are retold in a calm, dreamlike voice to help you drift into restful sleep. Each episode explores a myth or legend, drawn from cultures across time: Greek heroes and Hindu deities, Norse giants, Egyptian underworlds, and the sacred stories of Indigenous lands. These aren’t just fables—they’re portals to wonder, carried on the soft rhythm of a storyteller’s voice. Whether you’re seeking escape, meaning, or peace at the end of the day, these myths offer a gentle path inward.Let ancient worlds unfold as sleep takes hold. Subscribe for new episodes, or listen ad-free with Whisper Premium at www.whisper.fm.
Episodes
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Final Episode: The Labors of Hercules
✨ A message for our listeners ✨ After several years of making restful content for our fans, we have decided with a heavy heart at Whisper.fm to close our channel. From today our subscription channel Sleep+ will no longer be accepting new subscribers or subscription payments. Please note that all...
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The Story of Beowulf (Anglo-Saxon mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Held in the hallowed halls of Anglo-Saxon chronicles, the tale of Beowulf revolves around a backdrop of deep cultural transformations and the rise of warrior-kings seeking to etch their legacies in the threads of...
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The Legend of the Golem (Jewish mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Enter the heart of 16th-century Prague and unfold the Legend of the Golem. In a world teetering on the brink, a wise Rabbi dared embrace ancient wisdom to shield his community, birthing a silent sentinel - the…
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The Song of Roland (French medieval folklore)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Descend into a realm of chivalrous adventures and profound insights with Sleep with Mythology’s latest episode, dedicated to the French medieval “Song of Roland” myth. Journey through the landscapes of historic...
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The Story of King Arthur (Celtic mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Visit the verdant landscapes and hauntingly beautiful lore of Celtic Britain to discover the mystic details of the life of King Arthur. Explore a realm imbued with magic, mystery, and mist as we hear tales of the...
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The Legend of Maui (Polynesian mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Visit the mystical world of Polynesian lore with the latest episode of Sleep with Mythology - 'The Legend of Maui'. From his miraculous birth cast into the sea's embrace to the extraordinary feats changing the world...
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Ragnarok (Norse mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. In this latest episode of Sleep with Mythology we journey to the brushstroke cold of the North and the dramatic Nordic myth of Ragnarok. This riveting saga intertwines divine rumours, a chilling prophecy of an…
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The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter (Japanese mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Embark on a mystical journey to ancient Japan in the latest episode of Sleep with Mythology. This episode weaves the story of The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, revealing profound insights that transcend geographical...
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The Ramayana (Hindu mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Embark on a mythic odyssey set in the mystical realms of ancient India, home to one of the world's oldest and most captivating civilizations, as we unravel the legendary epic, The Ramayana, on this episode of Sleep...
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The Epic of Gilgamesh (Mesopotamian mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Dive into the ageless world of Mesopotamia in this enchanting episode of Sleep with Mythology, as we explore the grand city of Uruk and unravel the timeless tale of Gilgamesh. Our journey begins in the…
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The Labours of Hercules (Greek mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a hero? What defines true strength and resilience? What are the lessons we can learn from myths and apply to our own lives? Immerse yourself in a time when gods, heroes…
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The Story of Hanuman and the Herbs Mountain (Hindu mythology)
In the twilight collage of our dreams tonight, we wander through the ancient tales of Hanuman, whose feats paint the broad strokes of devotion and courage in the epic Ramayana. As we trace his celestial birth and the divine gifts bestowed upon him, our senses mingle with the mythic scents of...
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The Legend of the Vegetable Lamb (Jewish folklore)
In the whispers of the ancient world, where natures mysteries unravel into tales, we visit the myth of the Vegetable Lamb of Tartary—a creature borne from a plant yet as tender as any lamb. This legend wafts across the verdant fields of Tartary, where an extraordinary plant nurtures a woolly…
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The Tale of Baba Dochia (Romanian folklore)
High in the mystical Carpathian mountains, the legend of Baba Dochia unfolds, a poignant tale etched into the ancient rhythms of the earth and the intricate dance of human relationships. As the harsh fingers of winter reluctantly yield to the tender caress of spring, Dochias resistance to this...
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The Myth of the Three Sovereigns (Chinese mythology)
In the leaf-dappled light of ancient China, we wander the legendary realms guided by the Three Sovereigns—beings who united heaven and earth. Through luscious valleys framed by whispering mountains, we trace the philosophies of Fu Xi, whose wisdom wove the fabric of society with the Eight…
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The Tale of the Tulpar, the Winged Horse (Turkic mythology)
In the boundless steppes, where the horizon stretches into eternity, we discover the legend of Azel and the mystical Tulpar, a winged horse symbolizing the unbridled spirit of freedom. This sleepcast sweeps us into a world of ancient nomadic tribes, where under starlit skies, the wisdom of...
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The Story of the Seven Goats and the Troll (Scandinavian folklore)
In the heart of serene Scandinavia, within a realm of lush meadows and whispering streams, nestled a quaint wooden cottage—a home to a mother goat and her seven children, under a sky where the sun bathed the day in gold and stars cradled the night. Their peaceful existence, woven from the threads...
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The Legend of the Green Knight (Arthurian folklore)
In the heart of winters embrace, inside the storied walls of Camelot, a tale of chivalry and mystique unfolds under the snowy veil of Yuletide. Amidst the warmth of crackling fires and the festive scent of pine, the air turns electric with the arrival of the Green Knight, setting the stage for a...
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The Story of Susano'o and the Storm Dragon (Japanese mythology)
Above the earthly realm, where storms and tranquil skies find their harmony, we drift into the ancient tales of Susanoo, the storm god whose tempestuous heart led him on a path from celestial rebellion to earthly heroism. In the gentle rustle of bamboo along the Hi River, we discover his…
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The Myth of the Veela Spirits (Slavic folklore)
In a secluded village, bordered by ancient Slavic forests where moonlight dances with shadow, the spirits of myth—the Veela—hold their enigmatic courts. Here, young Milosh, spirited and poetic, encounters these celestial beings in a clearing that sparkles under a celestial canopy, transforming…
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The Tale of Viracocha, the Creator God (Incan mythology)
In the velvety cloak of night, we trace the path of Viracocha, the deity who birthed brilliance from the abyss, lighting the darkness with the suns fiery cascade and studding the sky with stars to guide the moons silent watch. From his divine whisper, mountains soared and rivers carved the earth,...
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The Myth of Arawn and the Underworld (Celtic mythology)
As dusk settles over the mystical realm of Dyfed, we find ourselves wrapped in the ancient Celtic legend of Arawn and Pwyll, where realms intertwine and fates are exchanged in the balance of cosmic equity. Here, in this ethereal landscape, honor and mysticism dance beneath the twilight, guiding...
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The Legend of the Elixir of Life (Chinese alchemy)
Beneath the ancient, star-studded skies of imperial China, we trace the enduring legend of the quest for the Elixir of Life—a saga woven through the desires of emperors and the dreams of peasants. Embark on this timeless journey with Emperor Qin Shi Huang and the legendary alchemist Xu Fu, as…
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The Story of the Golden Mountain (Slavic folklore)
In a mythical realm where the boundary between the earthly and the divine blurs, we follow Ivan, a simple yet noble soul, on his transformative quest under starlit skies. Guided by ancient gods and cryptic creatures, Ivans journey through enchanted forests and up the formidable Golden Mountain is…
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The Legend of Pope Joan (European folklore)
In the quiet corridors of medieval Mainz, we trace the tale of Joan, a young woman destined to defy the constraints of her time with a mind as boundless as the horizon. Cloaked in the guise of a monk, Joans journey transports us from the secretive walls of a monastery to the vibrant intellectual...
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The Tale of the Alkonost, the Bird of Joy (Slavic mythology)
In the dusky twilight of Eastern Europes folklore, the Alkonost with its radiant feathers and soul-stirring song, poses a canvas splashed with humanity’s deepest emotions. As the mythical Bird of Joy weaves through the silent forests and serene seas, each note from its beak pauses the rush of…
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The Myth of the Colossus of Rhodes (Greek mythology)
Amid the turbulent seas of history, the island of Rhodes stands as a beacon of resilience and prosperity, navigating the chaotic aftermath of Alexander the Greats empire with unyielding spirit. As Rhodes faces the immense siege led by Demetrius Poliorcetes, its people summon an ingenious blend of...
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The Tale of the Celestial Rabbit (Chinese mythology)
In the gentle folds of a mythic past, a noble rabbit destined for the celestial realms made an ultimate sacrifice under the watchful eyes of the Jade Emperor, sparking a journey from the verdant Earth to the tranquil expanse of the moon. There, in the silvery glow, it found companionship with the...
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The Story of the Amazons (Greek mythology)
In the sweeping embrace of ancient forests where winds whisper secrets of old, we find ourselves amidst the legendary Amazons, in an epoch unmarked by time’s rigid cadence. Here, under the canopy of towering trees and the watchful eyes of divine ancestors, these formidable women etch their lives...
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The Legend of the Sacred Lotus (Egyptian mythology)
Beneath the first whispers of dawn, the sacred lotus unfolds its petals in the gentle embrace of the Nile, carrying with it millennia of myths and spiritual awakening. In our journey tonight, we drift slowly into the ancient Egyptian realms where this ethereal bloom acts as both sustenance and...
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The Story of the City of Caesars (Patagonian mythology)
In the heart of the 16th century, whispers of a phantom city draped in the veils of the supernatural traveled across the oceans, igniting the imaginations of explorers and dreamers alike. This elusive City of Caesars, claimed to rise and vanish in the uncharted expanses of Patagonia, became a...
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The Myth of the Knucker Hole Dragon (English folklore)
In the lush, undulating meadows of Sussex, nestled among wildflowers, resides the ancient Knucker Hole, a mysterious pond with depths echoing legends of old. It whispers of a time when a fierce dragon, with scales gleaming like molten silver and eyes aflame, held sway over the land, its…
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The Tale of the Fisher and the Genie (Arabian folklore)
As dusk unfurls its gentle blanket over the vibrant azure sea, we find ourselves in a time-worn village where the simple life of a fisherman named Hamid is about to transcend the ordinary. With each cast of his net, Hamid draws closer not just to the marine depths but to an ancient mystery sealed...
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The Myth of Ixtab, Goddess of Suicide (Mayan mythology)
In the lush, verdant realms of the ancient Maya, we explore the delicate collage of life and the afterlife, guided by Ixtab, the compassionate deity who ushers souls from the depths of despair to the promise of peace. As the Rope Woman, her presence is a tender whisper in the quiet night, an...
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The Legend of the Crystal Skulls (Mesoamerican mythology)
Beneath the sprawling canopy of an ancient forest, we find respite in the shadows of a Maya priest, who crafts a crystal skull believed to harbor the vast wisdom of a lost civilization. In the quiet of the verdant undergrowth, his tools—a blend of jade and obsidian—shape not just the crystal but...
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The Story of Aeneas's Voyage (Roman mythology)
Tonight, we sail through the echoes of ancient whispers and the scent of ashes from a fallen Troy, alongside Aeneas as he bears the weight of his civilizations hopes. Through the fickle temper of the seas and the shadowy mysteries of untrodden shores, we observe as fortitude and destiny…
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The Legend of the Biwa Hoshi (Japanese folklore)
In the lush, mist-filled realms of feudal Japan, the echoes of Shunkei, a blind Biwa Hoshi monk, resonate through the air, carrying tales of valor, tragedy, and ethereal mysteries. As his fingers trace the strings of his biwa lute, the soft strums mingle with the fragrance of cherry blossoms and...
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The Myth of The Giant's Causeway (Irish mythology)
Beneath the canopy of Irelands primeval forests and across the tempestuous waters to Scotland, weave through the fables of Finn McCool, a guardian giant whose life was as interwoven with the landscape as the intricate designs of a Celtic knot. Explore the earthen sculptures churned into existence...
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The Tale of the Titan Atlas (Greek mythology)
In the hushed realms of timeless myth, our journey tonight takes us to the boundaries where celestial burdens meet earthly fortitude, through the tale of Atlas, the Titan tasked eternally to hold the heavens. As twilight ebbs into the shades of night, we trace the lines of loyalty and consequence...
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The Story of the Morrigan, Celtic Goddess of Fate (Irish mythology)
In the lush, mystical heartlands of ancient Ireland, our journey tonight weaves through the entwined destinies of the Morrigan and Cú Chulainn against the dramatic backdrop of the epic Táin Bó Cúailnge. As the goddess of war and fate, the Morrigan shifts from spectral allure to formidable...
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The Legend of the Hesperides' Golden Apples (Greek mythology)
In a realm where the sky caresses the earth, there lies an enchanted garden, whispered of in legends and watched over by the celestial melodies of nymphs. At its heart stands the Tree of the Hesperides, its branches heavy with golden apples that gleam like the setting sun, guarded by the…
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The Tale of Abaris the Hyperborean (Scythian mythology)
In the age-old whispers of ancient Greece, the story of Abaris the Hyperborean unfurls like a gentle breeze across a timeless landscape. From his mythical homeland of Hyperborea, bathed in eternal sunlight, Abaris journeyed far beyond the known, carried by a divine arrow gifted by Apollo. His...
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The Legend of Paul Bunyan (American folklore)
In the depths of the dense American forest, where the branches arch like vaulting cathedrals and rivers murmur age-old secrets, our journey tonight weaves through the legendary exploits of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. As giants among men and beasts, they shaped the very land, carving out…
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The Story of Deucalion and Pyrrha (Greek mythology)
In an age draped in the shadows of celestial discontent, we delve into the legend of Deucalion and Pyrrha, a story of resilience amid the ruins of a world washed away by divine retribution. Sheltered within an ark crafted on the foretelling of Prometheus, they survived the punishing deluge sent…
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The Story of the Roc, the Giant Bird (Arabian mythology)
As dusk settles over the ancient port of Baghdad, our spirits sail with Sinbad, the legendary mariner driven by an insatiable curiosity for the uncharted. Guided by the rhythmic creaking of his sturdy ship and the soothing whispers of the sea, we navigate beneath starlit skies towards the...
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The Legend of Ladon, the Dragon of Hesperides (Greek mythology)
In the magical twilight where the world softens into the realms of the divine, we wander through the mystical orchard of the Hesperides, where golden apples gleam like stars caught in the boughs of time. Guarded by the magnificent dragon, Ladon, whose eyes shine with the history of the heavens,...
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The Story of the Yara, the Maiden of the Water (Brazilian folklore)
As twilight descends upon the vast and verdant Amazon, our souls drift to the watery realm of the Yara, the enigmatic Mother of the Waters. In the quietude between dusk and dawn, her mesmerizing songs weave through the mist, casting spells of deep longing and serene enchantment. Here, amid…
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The Legend of the Holy Thorn Tree (English folklore)
In the serene embrace of Glastonbury, amidst the shifting dance of seasons, stands the Holy Thorn Tree, an extraordinary testament to spiritual resilience and renewal. This ancient tree, born from Joseph of Arimatheas staff planted in the sacred soil, blooms against the chill of winter, heralding...
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The Legend of the Moai Statues (Polynesian mythology)
In the vast quiet of the Pacific, the remote Easter Island whispers secrets of a profound legacy, where the enigmatic Moai statues stand as solemn guardians of an ancient civilization. Sculpted from the heart of volcanic cliffs, each figure embodies the spirit and history of the Rapa Nui people,...
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The Myth of the Churning of the Ocean (Hindu mythology)
In the serene expanse of our nightly dreamscape, we weave through the celestial kaleidoscope of the Churning of the Ocean of Milk, a timeless saga from Hindu mythology that speaks to the eternal dance between harmony and chaos. Here, gods and demons unite with cosmic consequence, churning the…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Before the world was mapped, it was imagined.We bring the world’s oldest stories to your bedside. Tales whispered through generations are retold in a calm, dreamlike voice to help you drift into restful sleep. Each episode explores a myth or legend, drawn from cultures across time: Greek heroes and Hindu deities, Norse giants, Egyptian underworlds, and the sacred stories of Indigenous lands. These aren’t just fables—they’re portals to wonder, carried on the soft rhythm of a storyteller’s voice. Whether you’re seeking escape, meaning, or peace at the end of the day, these myths offer a gentle path inward.Let ancient worlds unfold as sleep takes hold. Subscribe for new episodes, or listen ad-free with Whisper Premium at www.whisper.fm.
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Before the world was mapped, it was imagined.We bring the world’s oldest stories to your bedside. Tales whispered through generations are retold in a calm, dreamlike voice to help you drift into restful sleep. Each episode explores a myth or legend, drawn from cultures across time: Greek heroes and...
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