The Clockmaker's Workshop

The Clockmaker's Workshop

Author: Laurel Hostak Jones, Bleav November 8, 2023 Duration: 1:12:35
Uncover secrets etched in clockwork in tonight’s steampunk-inspired sleep story.   In tonight’s story, you seek repairs for a broken clock you found at an antiques sale. Returning to the workshop where the clock was made, you meet the mysterious and kindly clockmaker. He recalls fashioning your clock himself, and he agrees to repair it. With nothing else to do, you sit and watch him work; but as he works, enchanting visions form before you. You begin to suspect that the clockmaker is more than he appears – having uncanny power over the very workings of time.   If you’re still awake as the story concludes, I’ll guide you through a relaxing visualization.   ✨Pre-order is live for the Sleep & Sorcery book!✨ ⁠https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/sleepandsorcery⁠ Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest, unlimited paperback coming August 2024 from Crossed Crow Books. Limited edition hardcover ships by Christmas 2023! The book features many of your favorite stories, plus exclusive writings and a suite of rituals to enrich your resting and waking life.   - Stories like mine are best with headphones! For comfort and security when drifting off to sleep, SleepPhones are the best thing I've found. They won't fall out like earbuds, and they're not bulky or uncomfortable like most over-ear headphones.   Learn more: ⁠https://www.sleepphones.com/?aff=846⁠ Use code SORCERY10 for 10% off your purchase!   -   Now you can support Sleep & Sorcery on Patreon. Pledge a monthly donation to Sleep & Sorcery, which helps me keep making original bedtime stories for you. In return, you can qualify for exclusive supporter benefits, like episode scripts, bonus sleepy readings of classic literature, merch discounts, and giveaways. I hope you’ll consider supporting me on Patreon, so I can continue doing what I love.   Visit patreon.com/sleepandsorcery to learn more and pledge your support.   - Music/Sound: A Glimpse of Avalon by Flouw, Cosmic Dreams by Bruce Brus, Epidemic Sound; ZapSplat     ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Insight Timer⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠| Newsletter Signup⁠   ✨NEW Sleep & Sorcery MERCH✨ Show your love of Sleep & Sorcery – or get some gifts for the sleepy sorcerer in your life with this cozy collection of apparel, dream journals, die-cut stickers, and home goods. Visit https://⁠bit.ly/shopmyth⁠.   Want to get in touch? ⁠sleepandsorcery@gmail.com⁠   Disclaimer: some links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you decide to purchase the product, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sleep-sorcery/support

Imagine a place where the day's tension dissolves into the soft cadence of a story, where the goal isn't to stay alert but to gently let go. That's the essence of Sleep and Sorcery. Created by Laurel Hostak Jones, this podcast weaves together folklore and fantasy into a unique audio experience designed for rest. Each episode is crafted to be a journey away from wakefulness, blending the structure of a guided meditation with the immersive pull of a bedtime tale. You might find yourself picturing a thatched-roof cottage in a quiet, mythical village one night, and the next, floating in a serene spaceship gazing at distant stars. The narratives draw from timeless sources like the forests of old Bohemian tales or the legendary court of Camelot, but always with a soothing, rhythmic delivery meant to calm the mind. This isn't a podcast for active listening; it's an invitation to use narrative as a tool for mental quietude. The pacing, the descriptive language, and the tranquil tone are all intentional elements to guide you toward a deep and comfortable sleep. By merging elements of fiction with relaxation techniques, Sleep and Sorcery offers a distinct path to unwinding, turning your bedtime routine into a small, personal adventure that naturally eases you into dreamland.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep Stories
Podcast Episodes
The Queen of the Night | Southern Gothic Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:57
In tonight’s Southern Gothic-inspired sleep story, you receive an invitation to a mysterious gathering at the home of a prominent resident of your town. Once a year, she hosts an intimate, late-night get-together to cele…
The Sirens & the Stars | Mythology Sleep Story (+ Ocean Waves) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:00
In tonight’s mythology-inspired sleep story, you’ve come aboard La Sirene, a fantastical ship crewed entirely by women. The captain takes you under her wing, and you come to learn about the crew’s mission. On board their…
The University of Enchanted Arts | Wizard World Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:20
In tonight’s wizard world bedtime story, you arrive at orientation for your first term of study at the University of Enchanted Arts. Here, the world’s most gifted magical minds come together to learn and expand their hor…
The Fae Market | Dark Fairytale Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30:47
In tonight’s dark fairytale bedtime story, you’ve struck a bargain with Babicka, the mysterious wild woman of the swamp. She sends you in search of an item found only in the Fae Market. In this whimsical bazaar frequente…
Goddess of the Crossroads | Witchy ASMR Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:22
In tonight’s story, as you contemplate your place in a changing world, you witness a procession of torch-bearing spirits in the night. You follow them to the Crossroads at the edge of town, a liminal place that’s rich wi…
The Lion & the Dragon | Medieval Fantasy Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:37
In tonight’s story, you are the long lost heir to the throne of the powerful kingdom of Brenindor. After years of not knowing your true identity, you have come into your own, reconnected with your bonded dragon, and set…
(Full Music Version) The Dream Sanctuary [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:21
Experience the healing power of dreams in this bedtime story inspired by Greek mythology and history, accompanied by ambient music.
7+ HOUR MIX (no music) | Medieval Fantasy Sleep Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:25:22
Settle in for an extra-long compilation of stories set in the medieval fantasy realm of Brenindor. It’s a world in which magic is rare, but ready to ignite once more. Where kindness and compassion are rewarded. Where goo…
7+ HOUR MIX (+music) | Medieval Fantasy Sleep Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:26:13
Settle in for an extra-long compilation of stories, accompanied by ambient music, set in the medieval fantasy realm of Brenindor. It’s a world in which magic is rare, but ready to ignite once more. Where kindness and com…