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Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep: Daily Summaries Delivered
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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. Find our bestselling book Nothing Much Happens in over 20 languages worldwide.
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- 2 days ago32 min
Off the Beaten Path
Our story tonight is called Off the Beaten Path, and it’s a story about a bit of summer adventuring and the delight of coming across something you never knew was there. It’s also about stalks of lavender and a copper still in a field, turkeys and treehouses, and taking a road that leads somewhere new. Quince Make your summer bedding feel better. Go to quince.com/nothingmuch for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. We give to a different charity each week, and this week we are giving to Marine Mammal Care Center, inspiring ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, education, and research Join the Village of Nothing Much App! Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 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
- 6 days ago32 min
Beach Walk (Encore)
Originally presented as Episode 8 of Season 10 (July 25, 2022) Our story tonight is called Beach Walk, and it’s a story about meeting the morning light where the water meets the land. It’s also about the first step into the cool water, a dog chasing a stick into the waves, and a beach towel laid out neatly in the sand. 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! Pre-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
- 1 weeks ago31 min
WNMH
Our story tonight is called WNMH, and it’s a story about a Saturday morning broadcast from the radio station in downtown Nothing Much. It’s also about the community calendar and cinnamon buns, still warm at the bakery. A blinking light on the sound board, a bouquet of flowers for someone special, and an ordinary morning that feels just right. For bonus enjoyment, I recommend you think of the character telling this story as our own Bob Wittersheim. 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 We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to Animal Farm Foundation's Pet Pantry Project. Collaborating with existing food pantries, to help folks access essentials for every family member in one place. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 Join the Village of Nothing Much App! Pre-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
- 1 weeks ago33 min
Sidewalk Chalk (Encore)
Originally aired July 28, 2025 (Season 16, Episode 8) Our story tonight is called Sidewalk Chalk, and it’s a story about a journey through the park on a bright day. It’s also about a cold drink from the coffee shop, a frog blinking from a pond, Alice and the Caterpillar, birch trees and drawings on the sidewalk, and paying more attention when small happy moments wash over you. 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! Pre-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
- 2 weeks ago41 min
On the Street Where You Live - Intro & Chapter 1
Enjoy this sneak peak into Kathryn’s new cozy audiobook, On the Street Where You Live, out on July 28th. Preorder now here. Copyright © 2026 by Kathryn Nicolai. Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio read by Kathryn Nicolai, Javier Munoz, Mara Wilson, Alma Cuervo, Holter Graham, Danny Burstein, Natalie Naudus, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Patti Murin, from the audiobook On the Street Where You Live by Kathryn Nicolai, published by Simon & Schuster Audio, a Division of Simon & Schuster, Inc. Used with permission from Simon & Schuster, LLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 27m
Slightly More Happens - July Journeys
Our stories tonight treat us to many sunny moments in and around the Inn. They are stories about a stately home at the end of a long drive, a lake shimmering as rowboats glide across it, coffee cake and names in a ledger and a place to rest and enjoy some of the sweetest days of summer. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 Try Nature’s Sunshine and experience the difference with supplements that are better for you and the planet. Go to naturessunshine.com today and use the code NOTHINGMUCH for 20% off your first order, plus free shipping. We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to Amma Center of Michigan. Helping people meet each of their five basic needs — food, shelter, education, healthcare and livelihood — wherever and whenever possible. Join the new Village of Much Happens app! Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know. Pre-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 Pay It Forward Subscription Follow us on Instagram. Visit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago30 min
In the Map Room (Encore)
Originally aired July 7, 2020 (Season 6, Episode 1) Our story tonight is called In the Map Room, and it’s a story about the pleasures of looking at the world drawn out on paper. It’s also about a gasp of koi fish in a pond, a bike ride that leads somewhere surprising, and the view from the upper room of an old house. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 Quince Make your summer bedding feel better. Go to quince.com/nothingmuch for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Register for the new Nothing Much Happens app! Launching July 9th! Pre-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 Pay it forward subscription Follow us on Instagram Visit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago35 min
Out and Back
Our story tonight is called Out and Back, and it’s a story about a calm way to cap a long summer day. It’s also about hickory trees and fresh hay in the field, katydids and kickstands, and letting your senses fill with the sights and sounds around you, being here while here is happening. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 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 We give to a different charity each week, and this week we are giving to Wishbone Pet Rescue in Douglas, Michigan. They work to protect, shelter, and rehome animals in need. Pre-register for the Village of Nothing Much app. Use code VILLAGE-FOUNDER for 25% off for life! Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know. Pre-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 Pay It Forward Subscription Follow us on Instagram. Visit Nothing Much Happens for more Village fun. Stop by The Inn on your adventures with this playlist! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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. Find our bestselling book Nothing Much Happens in over 20 languages worldwide.
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