Wanderlust Dreams: Adult Bedtime Stories
Soothe your overthinking mind and drift into restorative sleep. Hosted by Apriel the Alchemist—certified trauma and recovery coach, psychic, and spiritual therapist—this podcast blends the comfort of bedtime stories with real adult themes like career stress, breakup grief, and life changes.
Each episode features grounding breathwork, low-stimulant storytelling, and therapeutic reflections.
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday at 9 AM EST.
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37, single, and… the most dangerous magic user on campus? 🐍✨👑
When Maddox went on a blind date for her 37th birthday, she expected an awkward dinner—not the sudden, violent awakening of a long-lost magic.
In a world where powers manifest at 25, Maddox is forced to enroll at the Ethereal Institute as the oldest student in class. She’s surrounded by classmates ten years younger and instructors her own age.
But Maddox isn't just a late bloomer. She is the first Chaos Elemental in over a century—a direct descendant of the original Creator Gods, hidden at birth by a dying spell.
Now, she’s navigating:🔥 High-stakes Fae royal politics & ancient bloodline wars🐍 A rare dual-elemental reptile shifter👑 A rebellious Fae prince defying a tyrant king🌶️ Forbidden, high-heat multi-partner romance
Will she master her volatile power before ancient enemies realize who she really is?
🎧 CHAPTERS 12–16 ARE LIVE NOW! 🎧Binge the first five chapters today, and tune in every Friday at 9:00 AM EST for new weekly releases.
23 Oct 2026
The Secrets of Ethereal Institute Chapters 8-12
37, single, and… the most dangerous magic user on campus? 🐍✨👑
When Maddox went on a blind date for her 37th birthday, she expected an awkward dinner—not the sudden, violent awakening of a long-lost magic.
In a world where powers manifest at 25, Madox is forced to enroll at the Ethereal Institute of Magic as the oldest student in class. She’s surrounded by classmates ten years younger and instructors her own age.
But Maddox isn't just a late bloomer. She is the first Chaos Elemental in over a century—a direct descendant of the original Creator Gods, hidden at birth by a dying spell.
Now, she’s navigating:
🔥 High-stakes Fae royal politics & ancient bloodline wars
🐍 A rare dual-elemental reptile shifter
👑 A rebellious Fae prince defying a tyrant king
🌶️ Forbidden, high-heat multi-partner romance
Will she master her volatile power before ancient enemies realize who she really is?
🎧 CHAPTERS 1–12 ARE LIVE NOW! 🎧
Binge the first twelve chapters today, and tune in every Friday at 9:00 AM EST for new weekly releases.
(18+ / Spicy Urban Fantasy / Why-Choose / Late Bloomer / Academy Setting)
16 Oct 2026
The Secrets of Ethereal Institute Ch. 1-7| An Adult Urban Fantasy Audio Series
Welcome to Ethereal Institute, an original high-stakes adult fantasy series blending ancient African deity lore, royal Fae politics, late-bloomer magic, and spicy romance.
STORY SYNOPSIS:
Maddox spent 37 years living a normal human life until her magic violently awakened on a blind date. In a world where powers manifest at 25, Maddox is forced to enter the Institute as the oldest student in class—surrounded by peers ten years younger and instructors her own age.
But Maddox isn't just a late bloomer. She is the first Chaos Elemental in 100 years—a bloodline born from the original Creator Gods, hidden at birth by her mother's dying spell. As Fae royalty, shifting clans, and ancient dark forces fight for dominance, Maddox must navigate forbidden multi-partner romances, corrupt kings, and a power capable of reshaping the world.
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🎧 WHERE TO LISTEN & FOLLOW:
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🌶️ MATURE CONTENT AUDIENCE: This series is intended for listeners 18+ and features explicit sexual content, high-heat romance, graphic violence, and dark political fantasy themes.
CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Chapter One
08:15- Chapter Two
11:35- Chapter Three
15:26- Chapter Four
23:20- Chapter Five
27:29- Chapter Six
30:45- Chapter Seven
33:18- Show Announcements
14 Sept 2026
Ep. 5: The Shoreline of an Empty Hallway | Coping With Child Loss & Guilt
How do you continue living when a vital piece of your home is gone? Tonight’s bedtime story follows Nora and her husband as they navigate the devastating, silent grief of losing their child to suicide—learning to survive the unanswered questions together.
Hosted by Apriel the Alchemist—certified trauma coach, psychic, & spiritual therapist.
Wanderlust Dreams Adult Podcast
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🎧 New episodes every Fridays at 9:00 AM EST.
14 Sept 2026
Ep. 4: The Cold Glass Windows | Sudden Job Loss & Workplace Injustice
Terminated through no fault of your own? Tonight’s bedtime story follows Marcus as he processes the shock, betrayal, and fear of sudden job loss—learning to separate his self-worth from a corporate title.
Hosted by Apriel the Alchemist—certified trauma coach, psychic, & spiritual therapist—this episode helps calm survival anxiety and overthinking before sleep.
Wanderlust Dreams Adult Podcast
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✨ Support & Services: Like, share, and follow! If you need an anchor through big life transitions, visit Apriel the Alchemist (https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/aprielthealchemist/services) for tarot readings & ascension doula support.
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🎧 New episodes every Fridays at 9:00 AM EST.
5 Sept 2026
Ep. 3: The Echo of an Old Melody | Grieving an Ended Best Friendship
Nobody teaches you how to grieve a friend who is still alive. Tonight’s bedtime story follows Sarah as she navigates the quiet ache of growing apart from her best friend, finding peace in the memories while honoring where they are now.
Hosted by Apriel the Alchemist—certified trauma coach, psychic, & spiritual therapist—this episode helps soothe platonic grief and overthinking before sleep.
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🎧 New episodes every Fridays at 9:00 AM EST.
21 Aug 2026
Ep. 2: The Light Beyond the Mirror | Healing After Emotional Manipulation
Struggling with an internal critic after a toxic relationship? Tonight’s bedtime story follows Clara as she unlearns the cruel echoes of negging and rebuilds her self-esteem.
Hosted by Apriel the Alchemist—certified trauma coach, psychic, & spiritual therapist—this episode helps soothe overthinking and reclaim your peace before sleep.
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✨ Support & Services: Like, share, and follow! If you need an anchor through big life transitions, visit Apriel the Alchemist (https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/aprielthealchemist/services) for tarot readings & ascension doula support.
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🎧 New episodes every Fridays at 9:00 AM EST.
14 Aug 2026
Episode 1: The Rejection Email | Career Rejection & Moving On
When an expected "yes" turns into a sudden "no," it’s hard not to take it personally. In tonight’s bedtime story, we follow Oliver as he processes a crushing career rejection—learning to untangle his self-worth from a job title and finding quiet peace before sleep.
If you're carrying the weight of job hunting, professional burnout, or closed doors, let this low-stimulant story help your nervous system power down.
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✨ Support & Services: Like, share, and follow! If you need an anchor through big life transitions, visit https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/aprielthealchemist/services (https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/aprielthealchemist/services)for tarot readings & ascension doula support.
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