Drift Off to Original Bedtime Stories & Timeless Readings
Welcome to The Sleep Retreat, your escape to peaceful slumber. Each episode transports you to a calming, dream-like environment—whether it’s a cozy lakeside camper, a moonlit countryside drive, or a warm seaside porch. With soothing narration, tranquil soundscapes, and gentle breathing exercises, The Sleep Retreat is designed to help you unwind, relax, and drift effortlessly into a restful sleep. Perfect for anyone seeking a serene nighttime routine, this podcast offers a peaceful retreat from the stresses of the day. Close your eyes, relax, and let the journey to sleep begin.
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About The Sleep Retreat
Watch to learn how The Sleep Retreat can help you fall asleep fast. And checkout The Sleep Retreat YouTube Channel for video episodes.
About the Creator
The Sleep Retreat is created and hosted by Emmy® Award-Winning Filmmaker & Podcaster James Wolner. Learn more about James, his acclaimed true crime podcast Dakota Spotlight, and his barstool beginning.
Three Dreamy Soundscapes to Guide You Into Sleep
Get ready to drift off peacefully in the backseat of your parent’s car, lulled by the gentle hum of the engine and the quiet country highway outside. As the moonlit landscape drifts by, you’re serenaded into slumber with sweet memories of a basketball game and your first love – unexpected and sweet. As the miles pass, you’re cradled in warmth, contentment, and the soft sounds of the night, guiding you gently toward restful sleep.
Listen to The Ride Home >>
At Gull Harbor, a youthful and tranquil summer day unfolds as you relax on a cozy porch overlooking the bay. Surrounded by books, games, and the soothing sounds of the ocean, the warmth of the sun and a gentle breeze lull you into peaceful drowsiness. Memories of morning adventures and flying your new kite—drift through your mind as you surrender to sleep in this nostalgic, coastal retreat.
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Drift off to sleep inside your cozy camper by the shores of Silver Lake, nestled in the mountains. After a refreshing swim in the cool, clear waters, you retreat indoors just as a gentle thunderstorm begins. Bundled up in warm and dry comfy clothes, a hot cup of tea melts away the last chill from the lake. As rain softly patters on the roof and distant thunder rolls, the scent of pine fills the air. Settling into the soft bed and soothed by the peaceful storm, you’re ready for a deep, restful sleep.
Listen to Cozy Camper >>
Ease into Sleep with Classic and Historical Readings on AM Radio
Each episode includes a gentle, AM radio-style reading drawn from a historical document or a classic literary work, designed to lull you into a peaceful state of rest. If you prefer a quieter experience, you can choose to skip the reading and simply relax to the immersive, soothing soundscape on its own.
The Warren Commission Report
This four-part series features readings from the Warren Commission Report, covering the events of November 22, 1963, the background and actions of Lee Harvey Oswald, and the assassination of President Kennedy. It includes details on the motorcade, the law enforcement response, Parkland Hospital, and the swearing-in of President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Listen to the Warren Commission Report >>
Nature – Ralph Waldo Emerson
This two-part series features readings from all eight chapters of Emerson’s Nature, exploring how the natural world meets our needs, inspires the mind, and reveals deeper spiritual truths. Emerson calls for a renewed, intuitive connection with nature as a path to understanding the divine.