Sleeping with Heather is a soft-spoken sleep podcast designed to gently lull you into rest with dreamy storytelling, ambient soundscapes, and poetic reflections. Hosted by Heather Arrington, each episode invites you to unwind through cozy narratives that drift between reality and imagination—whether you're listening from bed, the bath, or a quiet moment alone.
Blending elements of ASMR, guided relaxation, and whimsical bedtime tales, Sleeping with Heather helps ease anxiety, calm racing thoughts, and create a peaceful nighttime ritual. From laundromat musings and starlit campfires to slow, me
Beneath the Stars: A Knoxville Summer Night Campfire Chat
In Episode 11 of Sleeping with Heather, drift into a dreamy fireside reverie filled with folklore, fireflies, forgotten sandwiches, and the mystical art of assembling an IKEA coffee table. Heather guides you through Appalachian broom lore, soft musings on memory and magic, and the poetry hidden in ordinary things. Perfect for anxious minds, bedtime routines, and insomniacs seeking comfort, laughter, and a little cosmic connection.
3 Dec 2023
EP 10: Nuts About Squirrels
Welcome to "Sleeping with Heather," the podcast that whispers you to sleep with intriguing stories, calming conversations, and soothing sounds. Tonight, we're getting cozy with some fascinating squirrel facts that are sure to intrigue and relax you. After that, we'll dial up my good friend Derek for a laid-back chat about squirrels and a myriad of other delightful topics.
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22 Nov 2023
EP 9: Thanksgiving Wishes and Pumpkin Pie
Poetry featured in tonights episode:
"The Partial Explanation" by Charles Simic
A poignant piece that delves into the mysteries of life, inviting listeners to ponder the unexplained and the partially understood aspects of our existence.
"Rural Delivery" by Charles Simic
Simic's evocative imagery captures the essence of rural life, bringing forth a sense of nostalgia and simplicity.
"But I, Too, Want to Be a Poet" by Fanny Howe
This poem is a reflective exploration of the desire to create and express through the medium of poetry.
"First Formal" by Sharon Olds
Olds's narrative poem weaves a tale of youthful experiences and the poignant moments that mark our coming of age.
"I Was Reading a Scientific Article" by Margaret Atwood
Atwood's signature style shines in this piece, blending the scientific with the poetic to create a unique commentary on life.
"Audience" by Connie Wanek
A contemplative poem that invites listeners to consider the relationship between the poet and their audience.
"A Pink Hotel in California" by Margaret Atwood
Atwood transports us to a vividly painted scene, filled with color and emotion, reflecting on the nature of memories and places.
"Bell Bottoms and Platform Shoes" by Maria Mazziotti Gillan
Gillan's work is a nostalgic journey back in time, evoking the fashions and sentiments of a bygone era.
Before Dark" by Wendell Berry
Berry's poem is a serene meditation on nature and the passage of time, encouraging mindfulness and appreciation of the world around us.
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21 May 2023
Episode 8: Poetry and Potato Salad
Good evening, Sleepyheads! So glad you could join me for another episode of Sleeping with Heather :).
00:00:45 - Yoga Nidra
00:08:33 - poetry begins
00:09:00 - The Wind by Jayden
00:15:41 - Fireflies by Dani Elle
- Dani Elle recently published a book of poetry. You can find it on Amazon via this link: https://tinyurl.com/4enu44t9
You can also follow her on IG @prose_elle
00:17:56 - Instructions On Not Giving Up by Ada Limon
00:21:29 - We Stopped at Perfect Days by Richard Brautigan
00:23:48 - All in Green Went My Love Riding by E. E. Cummings
00:28:48 - The Kitten by Ogden Nash
00:30:21 - Poetry by former poet laureate, Derek Walcott
00:30:30 - Love after Love by Derek Walcott
00:31:51 - The Harvest by Derek Walcott
00:34:01 - Midsummer Tobago by Derek Walcott
00:35:29 - Shopping for ingredients to make potato Salad
If you like what you hear and would like to support my show, I'd be so very grateful. Thanks for supporting my lil' side gig:
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To have your work read and shared with my audience, drop me a line at slowdownchillout@gmail.com and be sure to put "Podcast Submission" in the subject line.
Thanks for listening.
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26 Dec 2022
Episode 7: Poetry on a Rainy Night
Thank you for tuning in! You're in for a night of restful sleep.
If you'd like to keep this show going and bless my little indie podcast with a tip, you can find me on:
Patreon: https://tinyurl.com/yp5vrw28 or
Buy me a coffee: https://tinyurl.com/2p8954j3
I love to connect with my audience. Here's where to find me:
Fb: https://tinyurl.com/yvts7v68
IG: @sleeping.with.heather
TikTok: @heather_arrington
Twitter: @ZzzwithHeather
YouTube: @HeatherArrington
Sweet dreams!
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12 Sept 2022
Episode 6: It Was Only a Dream
Join me for a bedtime story about a guy and his dog, and a world where the mundane is anything but.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cGwKFa_oiAg (https://youtu.be/cGwKFa_oiAg)
Want to become a sustaining supporter? You can help keep the show going for as little as $0.99/month! Head on over to https://anchor.fm/sleepingwithheather (https://anchor.fm/sleepingwithheather) and click support
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9 Jun 2022
Episode 5: The Wizard of Oz Improv Show
Good evening sleepyheads and welcome to episode 5 of the Sleeping with Heather podcast! I freestyled most of tonight's show and hope it finds you fast asleep very soon. Sweet dreams!
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31 Dec 2021
Episode 4: Joanna the Starfish
The most beautiful starfish in the sea dreams of stardom but finds herself in the belly of a Mako shark who is swallowed by a whale. Her valiant effort to escape lands her in the net of a marine biologist. Will Joanna find herself in the Museum of Nature Science or under the bright lights of Tinsel Town? Hear how this harrowing adventure ends on tonight’s episode of Sleeping with Heather.
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Bens Branches: https://bensbranches.org/ (https://bensbranches.org/)
I want to thank the following people, without whom this story would not have been possible:
Joanna LaForgia
Javier Leiva, host of the Pretend (https://pretendradio.org/) and Criminal Conduct (http://criminalconduct.net/) podcasts
Dating and relating coach, Debra Besinger (https://www.kissofperspective.com/)
Sharon Eisner
John Baxter
Bobby Parker
Jay Jay
Kevin Watkins
Ian Riutta
Derek Kauffman
Derek Woudstra
Jenna Kogut
And Julie Serra
Special thanks to
Stef Mates of HappiMess Media (https://www.happimessmedia.com/) for lending her art and inspiring tonight’s story,
Stephen Roessner (https://linktr.ee/smallsignals) for audio engineering guidance,
Tim Mollen (https://timmollen.com/) for his feedback and kindly testing out each episode before publication,
and to The Poetry Fox (https://www.poetryfox.com/), Chris Vitello, for kindly allowing me to share his poetry in this episode.
You're all stars in my book!
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16 Oct 2021
Episode 3: CinderDane; a Bedtime Story for Dogs
For tonight's episode I'll be reading CinderDane, a doggy fairytale by Leigh Anne Jasheway from her book Bedtime Stories for Dogs available on Amazon.
I'll also share some pumpkin trivia...and if you're not too tired, we'll take a walk around the block to admire Halloween decorations.
Sweet dreams, my friends!
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18 Aug 2021
Episode 2: The Princess and The Pea
Hot pink yoga pants, a retelling of Hans Christian Anderson's The Princesses and The Pea, and a recipe for pasta salad...what more could you ask for?
This episode is dedicated to my friend, Jane in Virginia. Jane, thank you for your support and encouragement!
The Lion’s Den was read with permission by Granville Hedrington.
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3 Jun 2021
Episode 1: The Girl Who Owned the Bear
Good evening! And welcome to the inaugural episode of Sleeping with Heather. On tonight's episode we'll listen to old voicemails and I'll read my diary entry from December 31st, 1999. Next, we'll take a hot air balloon ride to another planet where we'll start a campfire and make s'mores. We'll end the night with a few Ernest Hemingway poems and a reading of the classic American fairytale, The Girl Who Owned the Bear. Sweet Dreams!
Special thanks goes out to
Ulises Penaherrera
Kevin Watkins
Kevin Tuttle
Alan Careaga
Joanna LaForgia
Christopher Vera
Dory Covington
Derek Woudstra
Dallas Brown
Sarah Jones
Joe DiNoto
I couldn't have produced this without y'all!
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24 Dec 2020
Intro: Sleeping With Heather, the Podcast That Puts You to Sleep.
Welcome! There are plenty of melodious meanderings in the works. Subscribe, and you’ll be the first to know when an episode hits the airwaves. I look forward to putting you to sleep.
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