Kathryn Nicolai

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Hi, I'm Katherine Nicolai, and if you're looking for something gentle to listen to that isn't news or true crime or self-improvement, I made this for you.

Stories from the Village of Nothing Much is like easy listening, but for fiction.

Cozy, warm, calm stories about ordinary moments that feel a little magical.

They're grounding, soothing, and quietly uplifting without being cheesy, relaxing without putting you to sleep, and just dreamy enough to remind you that there's still sweetness in everyday life.

Perfect for your commute, while you're tidying up, or when you want a little escape that feels simple and good.

Search for Stories from the Village of Nothing Much wherever you listen.

Welcome to Bedtime Stories for Everyone.

in which nothing much happens.

You feel good, and then you fall asleep.

I'm Catherine Nicolai.

I write and read all the stories you hear on Nothing Much Happens.

Audio engineering is by Bob Wittersheim.

We give to a different charity each week.

And this week we are giving to the Southern Poverty Law Center, working in partnership with communities to advance the human rights of all people.

You can learn more about them in our show notes.

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Just by listening to the sound of my voice and following along with the soft shape of the story, we will train your brain to reliably settle and sleep.

I'll tell the story twice, and I'll go a little slower the second time through.

If you wake in the night, just press play again.