Before the world was mapped, it was imagined.
We bring the world’s oldest stories to your bedside. Tales whispered through generations are retold in a calm, dreamlike voice to help you drift into restful sleep. Each episode explores a myth or legend, drawn from cultures across time: Greek heroes and Hindu deities, Norse giants, Egyptian underworlds, and the sacred stories of Indigenous lands. These aren’t just fables—they’re portals to wonder, carried on the soft rhythm of a storyteller’s voice. Whether you’re seeking escape, meaning, or peace at the end of the day, these myths offer a gentle path inward.
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16 Feb 2026
The Story of Beowulf (Anglo-Saxon mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Held in the hallowed halls of Anglo-Saxon chronicles, the tale of Beowulf revolves around a backdrop of deep cultural transformations and the rise of warrior-kings seeking to etch their legacies in the threads of time. Set sail across the blustery moorlands of ancient Scandinavia, places where the relics of the brave Geat resonate with whispers of valorous deeds, profound alliances, and daunting adversaries. Journey with us to the mighty kingdom of Denmark - an age resplendent with the chime of mead hall revelries and shadowed by the monstrous specter, Grendel. This saga twists through poignant tales of power, lineage, and the human survival instinct. From the heroic Beowulf confronting his own inner Grendels and dragons to valiantly surrender to life's end, learn how each of us can face our foibles and mortality, with courage, nobility, and acceptance of our shared mortality. Join us in unravelling the ultimate testament to the timeless wisdom of the human spirit against all odds. Subscribe now.This episode is hosted by Lorraine Crowston. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm
9 Feb 2026
The Legend of the Golem (Jewish mythology)
This Winter: the original Season 1 collection - the episodes that started it all. Enter the heart of 16th-century Prague and unfold the Legend of the Golem. In a world teetering on the brink, a wise Rabbi dared embrace ancient wisdom to shield his community, birthing a silent sentinel - the Golem. This gripping narrative will seamlessly carry you through captivating landscapes of human courage, fear, and the complexities of unchecked power. Traverse the stones of history and delve deeper into the heart of what it means to create, to control, and the harmonious balance we dare not breach. Subscribe to Sleep with Mythology now and allow us to enrich your nights with mythical wisdom.This episode is hosted by Lorraine Crowston. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm
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