Show Notes
Tonight’s story is The Drover’s Wife by Henry Lawson, a quiet and powerful tale set in the lonely Australian bush. Far from town and surrounded by miles of wilderness, a drover’s wife is left to care for her children while her husband is away. When an unexpected danger appears near their small home, she settles in for a long night of waiting. Keeping watch, tending to her family, and reflecting on the hardships and small moments that have shaped her life. Thank you for being here tonight! Interested in more Dozing Off episodes? Check us on out Patreon: patreon.com/dozingoffpodcast Contact the show: [email protected]
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Tonight, settle in for two timeless tales by Rudyard Kipling, the celebrated author known for his imaginative storytelling and unforgettable characters. Allow yourself to drift into Kipling's world as these classic stories are brought to life through gentle narration, offering a peaceful escape from the busyness of the day. Get comfortable, close your eyes, and let the stories carry you into a restful night's sleep. Interested in bonus content from Dozing Off? Check us out on Patreon: patreon.com/dozingoffpodcast Contact the show: [email protected]
Tonight, settle in for a timeless tale of hope, friendship, and quiet sacrifice with The Last Leaf by O. Henry. In a small Greenwich Village apartment, a young artist named Johnsy falls gravely ill and begins to lose hope. As autumn winds sweep through the streets of New York, she becomes convinced that her fate is tied to the last remaining leaf on a vine outside her window. What follows is a beautiful and deeply moving story about the power of kindness, the resilience of the human spirit, and the extraordinary ways we care for one another. So get comfortable, close your eyes, and allow this gentle classic to carry you into a peaceful night's rest. Sweet dreams, and enjoy tonight's story.
Tonight, settle in for the classic English folktale Dick Whittington and His Cat, as told by Flora Annie Steel. Young Dick Whittington arrives in London with little more than hope for a better life. But when his fortunes seem to turn against him, an unlikely companion (his faithful cat) helps set in motion a remarkable change of fate. It’s a gentle old tale of perseverance, good fortune, and finding your place in the world. So get comfortable, close your eyes, and let this timeless story carry you off to sleep.
Tonight’s story is “The Butterfly That Stamped” by Rudyard Kipling, a whimsical tale from his Just So Stories. Set in the days of the wise King Solomon, the story follows a tiny butterfly who makes a rather enormous claim: with just one stamp of his foot, he can make the whole world tremble. What follows is a playful tale of pride, marriage, magic, and the trouble that can come from trying to impress someone you love. Full of Kipling’s humor and wonderfully strange storytelling, this is a lighthearted little adventure to help you slow down, settle in, and drift toward sleep. Get comfortable, close your eyes, and enjoy tonight’s story.
Settle in tonight with Tom Tit Tot, a curious old English folktale retold by Flora Annie Steel. When a young woman finds herself caught in an impossible promise, a mysterious little creature appears with an offer to help. But his assistance comes with a price and escaping their bargain will depend on discovering one very peculiar name. Filled with riddles, old-world magic, and the wonderfully strange atmosphere of traditional folklore, Tom Tit Tot is England’s eerie and charming cousin to Rumpelstiltskin. Get comfortable, close your eyes, and let this old tale carry you off to sleep.