Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults

Welcome back sleepy listeners! Tonight we will continue with Chapter 2 from the beloved classic, "The Railway Children" by E. Nesbit. So go ahead and settle in, close your eyes, and let the soothing narration transport you to a world of wonder and timeless enchantment. Sweet dreams dear listeners! Joanne Music in this episode is 'Freeform' by Rannar Sillard via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners lik...

Published: 21 July 2026

Hello, sleepy listeners, and welcome. WELCOME TO DRIFT BACK SUNDAY Starting tonight, and every Sunday evening moving forward, I am unlocking a favorite classic journey from my archive to help you release the thoughts of the weekend and ease into the new week. TONIGHT'S STORY Tonight, we drift back to an incredibly meaningful classic from the vault: The City Under the Sea by Henry Beston. This magical story holds a very special place in my heart, as it was my very first episode, originally pub...

Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2026

Tonight we embark on a journey into the pages of Andrew Lang's Olive Fairy Book to discover the whimsical Indian Tale called Dorani. We begin our journey with a short little relaxation to help you settle in followed by the story narration. The soft background melody will continue for a short while after the story ends and then it too will fade away. I really enjoyed reading this whimsical tale and I hope you enjoy it as well! Sweet dreams my friend! Sleep well! Joann...

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2026

Hello, sleepy listeners, and welcome. WELCOME TO DRIFT BACK SUNDAY Starting tonight, and every Sunday evening moving forward, I am unlocking a favorite classic journey from my archive to help you release the thoughts of the weekend and ease into the new week. TONIGHT'S STORY Tonight, we drift back to a deeply relaxing classic from the vault: What the Moon Saw. This unique tale is filled with peaceful imagery designed to wash away any lingering stress and carry you gently into a restful night'...

Transcribed - Published: 12 July 2026

Hello sleepy listeners & welcome! SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Starting this weekend, I am launching Drift Back Sundays! Every Sunday night, I will unlock a favorite cozy classic from my archive to help you ease into the workweek. Keep an eye on your feed this Sunday for a beloved favorite! Tonight, we begin the timeless classic The Railway Children by E. Nesbit. This beloved story follows three siblings whose comfortable lives are suddenly turned upside down, leading them to a quiet cottage in t...

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2026

Tonight, we come to the last two chapters of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. After so many long, cold nights together, we finally arrive at the thaw... the return of light, warmth, and relief after the hardest season the Ingalls family has faced. It has been such a comfort to share this story with you, night after night, as the snow piled high outside our little window of imagination. Thank you for letting me be part of your bedtime, and for drifting off alongside Laura and her famil...

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2026

Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 30 & 31. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a p...

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2026

Tonight's story is a beautiful French fairy tale first published in 1697. Join Princess Mayblossom on a magical journey filled with enchanted gifts, fairy blessings, unexpected trials, and the promise of happiness beyond adversity. Rich in imagination and timeless charm, this classic tale has captivated readers for centuries. So settle in, get comfortable, and allow this enchanting story by Madame d'Aulnoy to gently carry you toward a peaceful night's sleep. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcas...

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2026

Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 28 & 29. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a p...

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2026

Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 27. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful...

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapters 24 through 26. Since Chapters 25 and 26 are quite short, I’ve included Chapter 24 as well to create a longer, more relaxing listening experience. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams. This podcast is 100% liste...

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

A short update regarding the ongoing Drift Off Premium issues currently affecting Apple Podcasts subscribers. Thank you so much for your patience, kindness, and understanding while Apple continues investigating the backend subscription problems affecting premium content and subscriber access. Existing Apple subscribers needing temporary access to premium content through Supercast are welcome to reach out to me directly. This podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help...

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2026

Tonight, drift away with The White Cat by Mary deMorgan — a dreamy and unusual fairy tale filled with enchantment, hidden castles, strange riddles, and a mysterious white cat with secrets of her own. This sleepy fairytale is designed to help you relax, unwind, and gently drift off to sleep. So get comfortable, settle in, and let the story carry you into a peaceful night’s rest. Sweet dreams! Joanne Music in this episode is 'Paintings' by Ookean via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener...

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known. So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener-sup...

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

Welcome back friends! Tonight, we continue our journey with The Bee and the Orange Tree by Madame d’Aulnoy… a dreamy fairy tale of devotion, bravery, and quiet magic. Before we drift into Part 2, here’s a reminder of where our story left off… In Part 1, we met Princess Aimée, lost at sea as a baby and raised among ogres—yet somehow growing into a kind, gentle, and courageous young woman. Living in the shadows of danger, she quietly devoted herself to protecting others. One day, after a fie...

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

Hi everyone, just a quick update. Some of you may be having trouble accessing your premium content on Apple Podcasts right now. I want to reassure you that your subscription is still active and nothing has been lost. I’m currently working directly with Apple to get this resolved as quickly as possible. If you are experiencing this issue, you can also reach out to Apple Support, as they may be able to assist with your individual account. Thank you so much for your patience and for supporting t...

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known. So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener-sup...

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known. So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener-sup...

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

Welcome back friends! Tonight we will get sleepy with The Bee and the Orange Tree, an enchanting bedtime story for sleep by the French author Marie-Catherine d'Aulnoy, written way back in the seventeenth century. It's a story full of magic, wonder, and the kind of gentle adventure that's perfect for winding down. This is Part One of Two, so get yourself cozy, take a slow breath, and let the day drift away. Sweet dreams! Music in this episode is 'Lakeside' by Harbours & Oceans via E...

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known. So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener-sup...

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known. So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener-sup...

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo Music in this episode is "Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound This po...

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

It's time to get cozy. 🌙Tonight, I am bringing you a very special compilation episode — a collection of 8 beloved bedtime tales that listeners of Drift Off have already fallen asleep to. Consider this your personal sleep library, gathered together in one long, restful listening experience. Settle in, let your mind unwind, and allow each story to gently carry you further into relaxation. And when the last tale is told? The soothing sleep music will continue to play, softly for a little while l...

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drift Off Premium. So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this ti...

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2026

Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 7. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound New Colouring Book! Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully. Find your copy here My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now ...

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2026

Tonight I’m sharing a Drift Back episode — a return to The Tears of Prunella, a tender and dreamy fairytale that many of you may remember… and some of you may be hearing for the very first time. If you’re new here, Drift Back episodes are gentle revisits to stories from the archives. They offer a chance to settle into something familiar, or to discover a quiet gem from earlier days of the podcast. The Tears of Prunella is a soft and wistful bedtime story, filled with feeling and quiet magic —...

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2026

Hello sleepy friends! Tonight’s story is The Good Little Mouse, a classic, vintage fairy tale by Madame D'Aulnoy. As always, we’ll begin with a short relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm narration of the story. Some parts of the original text have been lightly adapted to make the story flow more smoothly for listening, while staying true to the heart of the original tale. This is a gentle, traditional fairy tale about kindness, patience, and quiet goodness, shared here in a so...

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re c...

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2026

Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 6. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound New Colouring Book! Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully. Find your copy here My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now ...

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2026

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2026

Hello my sleepy friends! Tonight’s early access episode features The Nixie of Mill Pond by the Brothers Grimm. This is a slightly adapted version to soften the edges and help you drift off peacefully. The story will be narrated twice, giving you another gentle chance to drift into sleep if you’re still awake when the first telling ends. So go ahead and settle in, get comfortable, and allow yourself to gently wind down as you listen. Sweetest dreams to each of you! My new audiobook 'Tale...

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2026

Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 5. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound New Colouring Book! Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully. Find your copy here My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now ...

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2026

Happy holidays, dear friends, and welcome back. I’m so glad you’re here with me tonight. Our bedtime story is a beautiful and touching tale called Why the Chimes Rang by Raymond MacDonald Alden. It’s a heartfelt Christmas story about two brothers who make a simple journey to the great cathedral on Christmas Eve. This gentle tale reminds us how quiet acts of kindness reveal the true spirit of giving. As this year comes to a close, I just want to say how grateful I am for each and every o...

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2025

Tonight’s episode brings you a tender Christmas tale filled with simplicity, warmth, and the quiet magic of the season. Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe, written by Elizabeth Harrison, invites us into the humble world of a young girl and her grandmother who greet each Christmas with hope, gratitude, and love — even when they have very little. This heartwarming tale is a reminder of the quiet blessings that find their way to us when we least expect them. Wishing each of you a peaceful...

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2025

Hello and welcome back! I’m so glad you’re here. Tonight's bedtime story is a gentle Christmas tale called Jimmy Scarecrow’s Christmas by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. It’s the sweet story of a lonely scarecrow who discovers unexpected kindness on a quiet winter’s night, bringing a simple but touching bit of magic to his Christmas. So take a moment now to get cozy and when you’re ready, let’s drift into this heartwarming Christmas story together. Sweet dreams! Music in this episode is 'A Slow Drif...

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners. Tonight I’m sharing a gentle rebroadcast of a Drift Off classic from 2022 — a soothing, hypnotic retelling of The Frog Prince, adapted from the Brothers Grimm. This special version is narrated in a calming bedtime style, blending story and subtle hypnotic suggestion to help quiet the mind and release tension as you drift into deep, restorative sleep. Settle in comfortably, close your eyes, and allow my voice to guide you through this fairytale that softens and sl...

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

Welcome back friends! Tonight’s sleepy tale is called The King’s Secret Dish — a gentle adaptation of the classic fairytale The White Snake by the Brothers Grimm. It’s a tale of mystery, wisdom, and kindness, softly retold to help you unwind and drift peacefully into sleep. Sweetest dreams, Joanne My Drift Off Dreams Coloring Book is now available on Amazon! With 33 soothing illustrations, it’s a cozy way to find calm at the end of the day. Find your copy here: https://mybo...

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re comp...

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 4. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound New Colouring Book! Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully. Find your copy here My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now ava...

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

Welcome back to Drift Off! Tonight I’ll be reading the classic fairytale “The Travelling Musicians” by the Brothers Grimm. Since this charming tale is a little shorter, I’ll be reading it twice — giving you two chances to relax and drift away while enjoying the story. So find a cozy spot, take a few calming breaths, and let this gentle bedtime story carry you into a peaceful night’s sleep. Sweet dreams, Joanne xo My new audiobook Tales to Help You Sleep is now available on Audible...

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025

Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we begin a brand new book in the beloved Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder — The Long Winter. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you. Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House s...

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2025

New Colouring Book! Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully. Find your copy here Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight I’ll be re-sharing a gentle and enchanting bedtime story by Hans Christian Andersen called The Elderbush. This whimsical tale was first aired in 2023, and I thought it was the perfect time to drift back and enjoy it once more. Andersen’s timeless storytelling has...

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2025

Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 3. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible! US ➜ Click here CA ➜ Click here UK ➜ Click here AU ➜ Click here Already an Audible member? Just add it to your library. New to Audibl...

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2025

Welcome! I am happy to share that my brand-new Drift Off Dreams Coloring Book is now available! With 33 soothing illustrations, it’s a cozy way to find calm at the end of the day. Find your copy here: https://mybook.to/DriftOffDreams Settle in for tonight’s story, Princess Goldenhair — a gentle fairytale with gentle soothing narration to help you drift into sleep. In this soothing tale, you’ll be carried into a magical world where beauty, kindness, and destiny intertwine beneath the qui...

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2025

Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 2. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound I also only have a limited number of free promo codes left for my new audiobook, Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1: Relaxing Stories to Ease Stress. To claim yours, just email me at driftoffpodcast@gmail.com. All I ask in return is a kind review on Au...

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2025