Dreamful Bedtime Stories

How Santa Made the First Toy

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays! We read from L. Frank Baum’s The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus and follow a young Claus as he crosses a valley, meets neglected...

Jack Frost and the Man on the Moon

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Slip into a winter tale where Jack Frost takes a sleigh on a moonlit glide through frost ferns and into the silver night. So snuggle up in your blanke...

Hero and Leander

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift away with the Greek myth of Hero, a maiden trapped in a tower with a prophecy warning her against venturing out. With the guidance of her loyal ...

Nibbles Poppelty-Poppett

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Curl up with the tender journey of a small mouse named Nibbles Poppelty-Poppett. Nibbles goes on a river-wide adventure filled with sleepy salamanders...

The Adventures of Florian

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A storm, a disguise, and a haunted road set the stage for a tale where courage outwits enchantment and love breaks the sharpest spells. We follow Isab...

Eleonora

18 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Slumber with a soothing retelling of Edgar Allan Poe’s Eleonora, moving from a hidden valley and first love to loss, departure, and an unexpected ab...

The Piebald Hippogriff

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fall asleep to a dreamy short story from 1962’s Fantastic Stories of Imagination: The Piebald Hippogriff.  A boy named Johnny reaches the world’s...

The Milk White Doo

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger warning: murder and suggested cannibalism (old fairytales were kind of scary sometimes!)Drift off with the dark Scottish fairytale, The Milk W...

The Bunnikins Bunnies in Camp

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift off with the whimsical summer adventure of the Bunnikins Bunny family as they reluctantly leave their comfortable home for a mountain camping tr...

Myths of Egypt: Horus — Falcon King, Forged in Battle

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the final chapter of our Myths of Egypt series, soar through skies of vengeance and justice as we follow the rise of Horus, the falcon-born son of ...

Myths of Egypt: Set — Bringer of Chaos, Defender of Light

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Myths of Egypt, we uncover the complexity of Set: a god of chaos, but also of protection, strength, and cosmic balance. Feared and ...

Myths of Egypt: Isis — Magician of the Marsh

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this fourth episode of the Myths of Egypt series, we follow Isis, goddess of healing, resurrection, and relentless devotion. From her search for th...

Myths of Egypt: Osiris — Fallen King, Judge of Souls

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Slip beneath the sands of ancient Egypt and follow the mournful path of Osiris—the king who fell, and the god who rose to rule beyond the veil. In t...

Myths of Egypt: Thoth — Keeper of Wisdom, Scribe of Eternity

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift into the heart of ancient Egypt where moonlight brushes temple walls and wisdom is etched in ink upon time itself. In this second chapter of our...

Myths of Egypt: Ra – Born of Silence, Crowned in Flame

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embark on an ancient journey across golden sands and starlit skies with the first chapter of our Myths of Egypt series. Witness the birth of creation ...

The Wind in the Willows: The Open Road

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift into dreamland with Chapter 2 of Kenneth Grahame's timeless classic "The Wind in the Willows," where adventure awaits beyond the ...

The Flower of the Peony

19 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Snuggle up with a Japanese folktale where a mysterious stranger emerges from a sea of peonies under the moonlight, forever changing the fate of a youn...

Perseus and Medusa

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Perseus outsmarts fate and monsters in this classic Greek myth of heroism, divine intervention, and destiny. A young hero embarks on an impossible que...

Snow White

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Once upon a time, there was a podcast that brought fairy tales to life just as their movie adaptations hit theaters. Today, we're celebrating the...

Winnie the Pooh: Piglet Finds a Heffalump

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Snooze with a bedtime journey to the Hundred Acre Wood, where heffalumps may be imaginary, but the lessons about friendship, bravery, and the occasion...

Treasure Island

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift into the world of Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island," an epic tale brimming with hidden treasures and looming threats. Th...

Hero and Leander

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drift away with the Greek myth of Hero, a maiden trapped in a tower with a prophecy warning her against venturing out. With the guidance of her loyal ...

The Frost Giants and Sunbeam Fairies

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Snuggle up with the fairy tale of old Switzerland, where the kingdom of Frost Giants once reigned over a frozen land. That is, until the Sunbeam Fairi...

The Woodman and the Mountain Fairies

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we journey with Kilwee, a humble woodcutter, who finds himself entranced by a mystical game of goban played by mountain fairies in a ...

The Blowing Away of Mr. Bushy Tail

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Be swept away with the adventure of Mr. Bushy Tail, a courageous squirrel who sets out on a perilous journey to find food during a snow storm. Along t...

The Tailor of Gloucester

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We celebrate Christmas with a delightful reading of Beatrix Potter's classic, "The Tailor of Gloucester." Set against the backdrop of G...

The Little Fir Tree

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Slumber to the enchanting tale of the little fir tree who grapples with feelings of envy and self-worth amidst the vibrant world of fruit and wood tre...

Maui: The Hero of Land, Sea, and Sky

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Snooze with a tale of Maui's clever tricks and daring feats, starting from his days in a dazzling underwater palace to his audacious creation of ...

Poirot: The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Snuggle up to Agatha Christie's "The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge." The episode unfolds with Poirot recovering from illness and thrus...

The Bunnikins-Bunnies and the Moon King

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Drift to sleep with this fantastical episode where we tag along with Mr. Bunnikins Bunny and his family as they embark on a celestial escapade through...

The Phantom of the Opera

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Content Warning: Themes of haunting, mentions death & suicide. What if a ghost could truly haunt the opera house, lurking in the shadows and leav...

Pooh and Piglet Go Hunting and Nearly Catch a Woozle

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode takes you on an imaginative hunt with Pooh and Piglet as they follow mysterious tracks, speculating if they're from woozles or wizzl...

Pinocchio

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Curl up for a whimsical journey through the first few chapters of the original, darker tale of "The Adventures of Pinocchio." In a quaint t...

Virgilius the Sorcerer

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a young lad stumbles upon ancient secrets and embarks on a magical adventure? Drift to sleep with the spellbinding tale of "Vir...

Peter Pan

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On our special fifth anniversary episode of Dreamful, be transported back to Neverland with an updated version of our most popular episode, Peter Pan....

Heidi

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this soothing episode, we journey to the picturesque Swiss Alps as we begin the timeless tale of Heidi by Johanna Spyri. In the first two chapters,...

Black Beauty: Ginger’s Story

27 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text a Story Suggestion (or just say hi!)Support the showNeed more Dreamful? For more info about the show, episodes, and ways to support; check out ...

Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Journey to dreamland with an Aztec legend set in ancient Tenochtitlan as we recount the heroic and heartwarming saga of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuat...

The Remarkable Rocket

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Curl up with Oscar Wilde's witty and enchanting tale, "The Remarkable Rocket." After a little break, we're excited to reward your...

The Morning Star and the Evening Star

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this enchanting episode, we'll transport you to a magical realm with the captivating Romanian fairy tale, "The Morning Star and the Eveni...

Allerleirauh

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Snuggle up to the enchanting tale of a princess who flees in the night disguised as a creature with all kinds of fur, Allerleirauh.  This story was r...

Don Quixote

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for an enchanting foray into the life of literature's most beloved dreamer, Don Quixote. With our knight-errant's chivalric illusion...

The Crab That Played with the Sea

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare to be whisked away into the magical realm of Rudyard Kipling as we unravel "The Crab That Played with the Sea." By the fireside of i...

How Robin Hood Became an Outlaw

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Step into the past with the legendary origins of Robin Hood, a figure synonymous with justice and folklore heroism.  Drift off to the tales that stit...

The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bonus episode! Apologies for last week's episode still not showing up. While I try to straighten things out with Spotify, I have decided to publi...

The Wind in the Willows: The River Bank

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I will be reading the first chapter from "The Wind in the Willows". Be swept along with Mole and Water Rat in a leisurely a...

Eight or Nine Wise Words About Letter-Writing

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Snooze to the charming advice from none other than Lewis Carroll on the lost art of letter writing. As you settle in for the night, let the soothing w...

The Waking Soul

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found solace in your wildest daydreams when reality seems too much to bear? Today's episode unfurls the tapestry of Larry's mi...

The Scarlet Letter

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, we are reading Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter," a tale whose rich layers unfold into a lullaby of morality and comp...

The Golden Dragon

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever imagined a world where dragons soar above medieval towns, their scales shimmering with the promise of legend? Let's journey to a ti...

The Magic Well

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Embark on an enchanting odyssey to Australia as we spin the tale of "The Magic Well," a hidden gem nestled in the heart of a fairy-populated...

The Nightingale and the Rose

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight's episode unfurls Oscar Wilde's "The Nightingale and the Rose," a tale weaving together the tender threads of love and the...

Winnie-The-Pooh: In Which Christopher Robin Leads an Expotition to the North Pole

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartwarming tale, we take a charming stride down Hundred Acre Wood as we rekindle our childhood memories with Christopher Robin, Winnie the P...

The Prince and the Three Fates

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fall asleep with the saga of a young prince with a prophecy hanging over his head and a fearless princess who embarks on a perilous quest, braving the...

Moby Dick

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Longing for the soothing sound of waves and the salty sea breeze? Be whisked away into the world of literature, navigating the depth and breadth of He...

Sherlock Holmes: Hound of the Baskervilles

21 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

CONTENT WARNING: Frightening scenes, themes of murder and violence. In this special Halloween episode, unleash your inner detective as we join Sherlo...

Lord of Cities

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let Lord of Cities take you on a dreamy  journey through serene landscapes and the peaceful village of Wrellisford. We navigate through deep woods an...

Etiquette for Teas and Other Afternoon Parties

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the intricate details of setting up the perfect tea table to negotiating social dynamics over a cup of hot chocolate, we're taking you on a ...

How to Tell the Birds from the Flowers

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how you'd discern between a plover and a clover, or a crow and a crocus? Drift off with a whimsical field guide of the remarkable i...

The City of Never

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a break this week, so we are releasing one of our favorite subscriber-only episodes to everyone! Imagine being whisked away on a jo...

Bellerophon and Pegasus

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This Greek mythology episode whisks you away on an epic adventure, as we follow the saga of Bellerophon, a brave young man, and his legendary winged s...

Aladdin

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Be whisked away on a magic carpet ride filled with enchantment, adventure, and triumph. This episode is your ticket to a world of wonder as we unravel...

The Magic Bon Bons

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever thought about the thrill of having magical candies that grant special abilities with every bite? In this tale, things take a whimsical turn after...

The Prince Who Would Seek Immortality

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This captivating tale of royal intrigue, mythical creatures, and the pursuit of the impossible promises to take you on a journey like no other. We&apo...

Soria Moria Castle

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I will tell the magical tale of "Soria Moria Castle," a whimsical story following the journey of Halvor, a young man who fi...

Eeyore Has A Birthday

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Snuggle up and listen to a heartwarming chapter from Winnie the Pooh - "Eeyore has a Birthday," in which Pooh and Piglet try to make Eeyore&...

Mermaids

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wished to become a mermaid and experience the magic and mystery of the underwater world? Join me as I share a captivating tale of Nelly,...

Stories of the Trojan War

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sail away to Ancient Greece with Stories of the Trojan War. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this episode is Guidi...

The Great Stone Fire Eater

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fall asleep with the lovely Korean fairytale, The Great Stone Fire Eater. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this ep...

Wikipedia: Dream

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode, we're trying something a little different and reading the "Dream" Wikipedia Page. So, snuggle up in your blankets and...

The Leprechaun

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Snuggle up to the Irish fairytale of a leprechaun who lives in a tower. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this epis...

The Coronation of Mr. Thomas Shap

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get lost in the daydream of a bored businessman in this episode's story, The Coronation of Mr. Thomas Shap. The music in this episode is Musing ...

The Entangled Mermaid

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get caught up in the tale of The Entangled Mermaid. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this episode is Bubbles by Ar...

The Bard Series: The Taming of the Shrew

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is the sixth episode in the Bard Series, The Taming of the Shrew. So snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this episod...

Miss Cubbidge and the Dragon of Romance

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, go on a whimsical journey to Faeryland with Miss Cubbidge and the Dragon of Romance. So snuggle up in your blankets & have sweet ...

The Bard Series: Hamlet

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is the fifth episode of the Bard Series, in which we tell one of Shakespeare's most famous tales, Hamlet. So, snuggle up in your blankets &a...

Ivan Tsaravich, the Fire-Bird, and the Gray Wolf

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Drift to sleep with the whimsical Slavic fairytale about a prince who goes on a quest to claim his kingdom. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have s...

The Nutcracker and the Mouse King

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Merry Christmas! For this special holiday episode, I will be reading the first part of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. So, snuggle up in your blank...

A Tale of Two Cities

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Drift to sleep with the dreamy writing of Charles Dickens in the first two chapters of A Tale of Two Cities . So, snuggle up in your blankets and have...

The Bard Series: Romeo & Juliet

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the fourth episode of the Bard Series, in which we tell one of Shakespeare's most famous tales, Romeo & Juliet. So, snuggle up in you...

The Tale of Samuel Whiskers

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is The Tale of Samuel Whiskers by Beatrix Potter. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this episode is Pre...

The Bard Series: The Tempest

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the third episode of the Bard Series, in which we will tell one of Shakespeare's most famous tales, The Tempest. So, snuggle up in your b...

The Raven

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloween! For this episode we are finally reading Edgar Allen Poe's most famous poem, The Raven. So, snuggle up in your blankets & hav...

The Bard Series: Macbeth

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second episode of the Bard Series in which we will tell one Shakespeare's most famous tales, Macbeth. So, snuggle up in your blankets...

The Five Storytellers

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a dreamy Australian fairytale, The Five Storytellers. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams.The music in t...

The Bard Series: A Midsummer Night's Dream

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first episode of the Bard Series in which we will tell Shakespeare's most famous tales., my personal favorite, A Midsummer Night&apos...

The White Cat

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fall asleep to the pretty fairytale of The White Cat, a story suggested by Amy! So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams.The music in thi...

Little Ida's Flowers

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Be lulled by the dreamy story of Little Ida's Flowers. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this episode is As I D...

Sleepless Creatives: Don Quixote

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the month of July, I will be taking a little break. In place of my regular episodes, I’m going to feature some podcasts I love! This episode fe...

Sound Sleep: The Man Without a Heart

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the month of July, I will be taking a little break. In place of my regular episodes, I’m going to feature some podcasts I love! This episode fe...

Mythoslavic: The Bridesman Sun and the Bride Bridekins

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the month of July, I will be taking a little break. In place of my regular episodes, I’m going to feature some podcasts I love! This episode fe...

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Part 3

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Click your heel together and listen to part 3 of our reading of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams.The ...

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Part 2

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Enter the Emerald City to see the Wizard in part 2 of our reading of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams...

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Follow the yellow brick road in this reading of the beloved classic, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams...

The Gypsy Queen

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doze off to the wonderful Mexican fairytale of The Gypsy Queen. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams. The music in this episode is C...

Listener Poetry 2022

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For poetry month, we are doing an episode of listener submitted poetry! It's a rainy day in the Pacific Northwest, so cozy up and be lulled to sl...

Tom Thumb

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Snooze to the wonderful adventures of Tom Thumb.  So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams.   The music in this episode is "A Sky...

Rumplestiltskin

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It may be April Fool's Day, but this is no joke! A SURPRISE bonus episode of one of the most requested stories ever, Rumplestiltskin. So, snuggle...

East of the Sun and West of the Moon

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Settle down with this beautiful Norwegian fairytale about a mysterious white bear and the girl who wishes to be his bride, East of the Sun and West of...

Pride and Prejudice

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dream of Regency-era romance with the classic Jane Austen novel, Pride and Prejudice. So, snuggle up in your blankets and have sweet dreams.   The m...