Originally Aired: April 30th, 2023 (Season 11 Episode 1)


Our story tonight is called Dandelions and Mayapples, and it’s a story about a trip down to the creek on a spring afternoon. It’s also about a bench on the bank where the sound of the water echoes, rhododendrons, and stone steps, and giving yourself the grace to ebb and flow.

Originally Aired: April 30th, 2023 (Season 11 Episode 1)
 Our story tonight is called Dandelions and Mayapples, and it’s a story about a trip down to the creek on a spring afternoon. It’s also about a bench on the bank where the sound of the water echoes, rhododendrons, and stone steps, and giving yourself the grace to ebb and flow.

Having trouble sleeping?  Join Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai for bedtime stories where nothing much happens to help you relax and sleep peacefully. The stories are a soft landing spot for your mind. Rather than letting your brain race through the same thoughts you’ve been chasing all day, we are taking a detour to a calm and comfy place. We tell the story twice and go a bit slower the second time.

You can find our book, "Nothing Much Happens," in over 20 languages. Request your local bookseller to shelve it: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens

Having trouble sleeping?  Join Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai for bedtime stories where nothing much happens to help you relax and sleep peacefully. The stories are a soft landing spot for your mind. Rather than letting your brain race through the same thoughts you’ve been chasing all day, we are taking a detour to a calm and comfy place. We tell the story twice and go a bit slower the second time.
You can find our book, "<a href="https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens">Nothing Much Happens</a>," in over 20 languages. Request your local bookseller to shelve it: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-Happens

Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep

Dandelions & Mayapples (Encore)

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Our story tonight is called Pies and Pinecones, and it’s a story about an upcoming adventure dreamt up in front of a fire. It’s also about a drawing spotted in the paper, a fence with a shared gate between yards, deep breaths, a shelf full of cookbooks, and delicious plans. 

We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to the Movember Foundation; they are more than mustaches, folks. They are taking on men’s physical, emotional, and mental health globally. 

Preorder your own NMH weighted pillow now! 

Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or via our website.

Listen to our new show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app.

Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at www.firstthispodcast.com.

Unwind like never before with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box—a curated selection of Kathryn’s favorite relaxation essentials! Indulge in a tranquil night’s sleep with everything you need for the perfect bedtime ritual.

Our story tonight is called Pies and Pinecones, and it’s a story about an upcoming adventure dreamt up in front of a fire. It’s also about a drawing spotted in the paper, a fence with a shared gate between yards, deep breaths, a shelf full of cookbooks, and delicious plans. 
We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to <a href="https://us.movember.com ">the Movember Foundation;</a> they are more than mustaches, folks. They are taking on men’s physical, emotional, and mental health globally. 
<a href="https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/products/weighted-pillows">Preorder your own NMH weighted pillow now! </a>
Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or via <a href="http://nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription">our website.</a>
Listen to our new show, <a href="http://nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village%C3%82%C2%A0">Stories from the Village of Nothing Much</a>, on your favorite podcast app.
Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at <a href="http://www.firstthispodcast.com/">www.firstthispodcast.com</a>.
Unwind like never before with the <a href="https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/products/wind-down-box">Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box</a>—a curated selection of Kathryn’s favorite relaxation essentials! Indulge in a tranquil night’s sleep with everything you need for the perfect bedtime ritual.

In Pies and Pinecones, cozy up with a story about dreaming of new adventures by the fire, spotting a drawing in the paper, and planning delicious treats. Embrace the warmth of friendship, shared spaces, and a shelf full of cookbooks.

Pies & Pinecones

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Originally Aired: November 14th, 2022 (Season 10, Episode 24)

Our story tonight is called Ship in a Bottle, and it’s about a crate of bequests ready to be unwrapped. It’s also about the dark bark of oak trees after a storm, garden benches waiting to be sat on, and the ordinary magic of handmade things.

Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or via our website.

Listen to our new show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app.

Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at www.firstthispodcast.com.

Experience ultimate relaxation with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box, a thoughtfully curated collection of Kathryn’s go-to favorites for winding down. Save over $100 on this serene set from trusted wellness partners, including A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book, NuStrips Sleep Strips, a Woolzies Lavender Roll-On, and more. Treat yourself to a peaceful night’s sleep with everything you need for the ideal bedtime routine.

Originally Aired: November 14th, 2022 (Season 10, Episode 24)
Our story tonight is called Ship in a Bottle, and it’s about a crate of bequests ready to be unwrapped. It’s also about the dark bark of oak trees after a storm, garden benches waiting to be sat on, and the ordinary magic of handmade things.
Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or via <a href="http://nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription">our website.</a>
Listen to our new show, <a href="http://nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village%C3%82%C2%A0">Stories from the Village of Nothing Much</a>, on your favorite podcast app.
Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at <a href="http://www.firstthispodcast.com/">www.firstthispodcast.com</a>.
Experience ultimate relaxation with the <a href="https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/products/wind-down-box">Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box</a>, a thoughtfully curated collection of Kathryn’s go-to favorites for winding down. Save over $100 on this serene set from trusted wellness partners, including A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book, NuStrips Sleep Strips, a Woolzies Lavender Roll-On, and more. Treat yourself to a peaceful night’s sleep with everything you need for the ideal bedtime routine.

In Ship in a Bottle, unwind with a tale of treasured gifts, oak trees after a storm, and the charm of handmade items. Originally aired November 14, 2022, this episode invites you to relax and embrace the magic in everyday moments.

Ship In A Bottle (Encore)

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Our story tonight is called Autumn Sun, and it’s a story about a day at Weathervane Farm, treating the animals to autumnal enrichment. It’s also about light shifting through orange and red leaves, the pillowy soil of a well-tilled garden, the last pumpkins picked from their vines, and the simple joy of watching kids play.

We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to Four Paws International. Their vision is a world where humans treat animals with respect, empathy, and understanding. 

Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or via our website.

Listen to our new show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app.

Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at www.firstthispodcast.com.

Unwind like never before with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box—a curated selection of Kathryn’s favorite relaxation essentials! Save over $100 on this dreamy collection from top wellness partners, featuring Eversio Wellness Chill Now, a Lavender Silk Candle from Vellabox, Alice Mushrooms Nightcap, Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies, and more. Indulge in a tranquil night’s sleep with everything you need for the perfect bedtime ritual.

Our story tonight is called Autumn Sun, and it’s a story about a day at Weathervane Farm, treating the animals to autumnal enrichment. It’s also about light shifting through orange and red leaves, the pillowy soil of a well-tilled garden, the last pumpkins picked from their vines, and the simple joy of watching kids play.
We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to <a href="fourpawsusa.org">Four Paws </a><a href="fourpawsusa.org">International</a>. Their vision is a world where humans treat animals with respect, empathy, and understanding. 
Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or via <a href="http://nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription">our website.</a>
Listen to our new show, <a href="http://nothingmuchhappens.com/stories-from-the-village%C3%82%C2%A0">Stories from the Village of Nothing Much</a>, on your favorite podcast app.
Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at <a href="http://www.firstthispodcast.com/">www.firstthispodcast.com</a>.
Unwind like never before with the <a href="https://shop.nothingmuchhappens.com/products/wind-down-box">Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box</a>—a curated selection of Kathryn’s favorite relaxation essentials! Save over $100 on this dreamy collection from top wellness partners, featuring Eversio Wellness Chill Now, a Lavender Silk Candle from Vellabox, Alice Mushrooms Nightcap, Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies, and more. Indulge in a tranquil night’s sleep with everything you need for the perfect bedtime ritual.

Immerse yourself in Autumn Sun, a soothing story of life at Weathervane Farm. Join us for an autumnal day filled with animals, harvest, and play, while supporting Four Paws International’s mission for animal welfare and respect.

Autumn Sun

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