Let me bore you to sleep (Jason Newland)

Let me bore you to sleep (Jason Newland)

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Let me bore you to sleep (Jason Newland) episodes

  • (no music) #1456 Let me bore you to sleep
    #1456 Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 7th October 2025
    Duration: 1 hour, 32 seconds
    Host: Jason Newland
    🔗 View full transcript on TurboScribe

    🧠 Main Themes & Topics:

    🛌 Sleep, Structure & Simplicity
    • Jason opens with a classic relaxation intro, reminding listeners to only listen when it's safe to close their eyes.
    • Emphasizes a return to consistency: no more changes to podcasts, platforms, or websites — "the change is no change."
    • Plans to continue with daily recordings (Mon–Fri) and bring back Whisper Wednesday due to its popularity.
    • Acknowledges mixed audience preferences (e.g. yawning, Vinny’s noises, birds, squeaky desks), but affirms he’s doing his best to accommodate everyone.
    🧩 Planning for the Future
    • Reflects on the end of the year approaching, and outlines his 2026 goals:
      • Maintain current website: JasonNewland.com
      • Stick with current podcast platforms: Spreaker, SoundCloud, Podbean
      • Possibly enhance YouTube, but no major overhauls planned
      • Improve promotional efforts, especially through Facebook ads.
    📣 Promotion & Stats
    • Jason shares results from a Facebook ad campaign:
      • 398 views, 8 clicks for £2.70 on the group promotion
      • 2,385 views, 21 clicks for 63p on the website advert
      • Observes that the website promotion yields better value
    • Plans to advertise more actively, aiming to grow his listener base, while appreciating his current audience: “the best audience in the world.”
    🐶 Vinny Interruptions & Banter
    • Vinny (the dog) causes the usual delightful chaos: licking bags, the floor, Jason’s ankles.
    • Jason uses humor and affection to engage listeners with Vinny's antics — a recurring, much-loved part of the show.
    💬 Personal Reflections
    • Reflects on a missed opportunity in 2019 to speak at a U.S. university (invited by Brooke), hindered by self-doubt and lockdown.
    • Expresses gratitude for supportive messages and reviews from listeners: says he feels privileged to help others relax and sleep.
    • Talks about early podcasting days (since 2006), using platforms like SoundCloud, Podbean, Spreaker, etc.
    🌍 Community & Communication
    • Jason discusses his Facebook group, how he screens members, and his desire to keep the group warm and spam-free.
    • Admits to struggles with texting and digital communication, preferring voice-based interaction (like podcasting).
    • Says this podcast is his main form of communication and connection with the world.
    🪙 Monetization & Practical Decisions
    • Discusses budget-conscious decisions around platforms, promoting cost-effective strategies.
    • Mentions that past decisions to cancel things (like YouTube or SoundCloud uploads) led to listener disappointment, motivating him to stay consistent moving forward.
    🔁 Recurring Messages:
    • Consistency is king — keep things as they are.
    • Promotion is the new frontier — without losing the “realness” of the podcast.
    • Jason values every listener — he wants everyone to feel welcome and supported.
    • No gimmicks or stunts — just calm, connection, and comfort through spoken word.
    💡 Noteworthy Moments:
    • 🛠️ Fixed the squeaky desk using toilet paper roll holders — a small but satisfying victory!
    • 😄 "Seedless game… like a seedless banana" – Jason’s quirky humor shines.
    • 🐾 Vinny: “That’s not a toy” – Jason chides Vinny mid-recording with warmth.
    • 🧠 Reflections on confidence, imposter syndrome, and what it means to help people without meeting them.
    1 hr 1 min
  • (music) (10 hours) #1455 Let me bore you to sleep
    💤  "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" - Oct 6, 2025

    Host: Jason Newland
    Theme: A personal and meandering bedtime monologue designed to lull listeners to sleep through gentle, low-energy rambling.

    🐶 Opening Moments
    • Jason welcomes listeners to his podcast and introduces himself.
    • His dog, Vinnie, features immediately with whining for more sausages.
    • The tone is light, cozy, and conversational from the start.
    📅 What Day Is It Again?
    • Jason muses on the day—confirms it is Monday, Oct 6, 2025, even though he initially questions it.
    • He introduces the theme of the day: Website promotion.
    🌐 Website & Review Updates
    • Jason shares he's been working on:
      • Collecting comments and reviews from YouTube and Facebook to post on his website.
      • He estimates 250+ reviews now on the site.
      • Mentions humorous fake review by "Vinnie" complaining that Jason ignores him.
    🙏 Shoutouts & Thank Yous
    • Thanks Paul for a kind PayPal donation.
    • Shoutouts to Laura, Christine, and others from his community for their support and feedback.
    • Encourages listeners to submit questions for the upcoming Q&A Friday (Oct 10, 2025).
    📊 Website Analytics & Facebook Ads
    • Sets up analytics on his website for the first time.
      • Is pleasantly surprised to learn people are visiting.
    • Launches two Facebook ads:
      1. To promote his podcast website.
      2. To promote the "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" Facebook group.
    • Shares early results:
      • A few dozen views but no link clicks yet.
      • Ads cost about 34–44 pence so far.
    📱 Reflections on Tech & Social Media
    • Talks about getting locked out of Facebook while setting up the ads.
    • Surprised by Facebook group engagement increase (451%).
    • Frustrated by trying to find old comments over 7 years of posts.
    • Discusses using insights and stats from his Facebook group and website.
    🍦 Food, Ice Cream, and Yogurt Rants
    • Discusses cravings for chocolate, Cornettos, and strawberry yogurt.
    • Shares quirky stories about feeding Vinnie bits of ice cream.
    • Recalls pouring yogurt on his own head in a vlog during a “manic” 2011 phase.
    📱 Android vs Apple
    • Gave away a relatively new Android phone to a neighbor.
    • Staunchly prefers iPhones and doesn’t want to relearn Android.
    💬 Reflections on YouTube & Viewership
    • Reminisces about spending £200 on YouTube ads years ago and being banned.
    • Feels his format doesn’t quite match the YouTube “style” but keeps uploading podcasts there.
    🤓 Commentary on Online Culture
    • Shares humorous gripes about:
      • AI-generated Facebook posts & Quora content.
      • People complaining about music or background noises in his podcasts.
      • Strange questions and spam on the internet.
    💘 Work-Based Relationships & Dating Tales A significant portion is a long, nostalgic reflection on past romantic relationships and workplace crushes:
    • Shares numerous stories of asking women out at work, most ending in rejection.
    • One notable story about being asked out by a former counselling client, which he declined due to ethics.
    • Discusses feelings of missed connections, awkward elevator moments, and office gossip.
    • Emphasizes the emotional risks and awkwardness of workplace romance.
    🤡 Humor & Sarcasm
    • Jason consistently mixes self-deprecating humor and sarcasm, even in mundane moments (e.g., admiring his own fart jokes or calling Vinnie a “cheeky monkey”).
    • Regularly breaks into playful voices or pretends to be other characters.
    💡 Random Psychology “Facts”
    • Reads and jokes about supposed “interesting psychological facts” found online.
      • Examples: “Looking at someone's mouth means they want to kiss you” or “opposites don't attract.”
    • Uses them as a springboard for philosophical reflection and more personal stories.
    🧠 Mental Health & Counselling Insights
    • Jason shares past experiences working as a counsellor.
    • Reflects on:
      • Ethical responsibilities.
      • Emotional challenges of ending client relationships.
      • How mental health services dried up due to lack of funding.
      • His own regret about missed romantic opportunities.
    🎤 Closing Thoughts
    • Encourages self-kindness:
      "Be kind to yourself, because you do deserve to be happy. Be gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel safe."
    • Ends with a warm sign-off: “Lots of love, bye.”
    🧘‍♂️ Overall Vibe This is classic Jason Newland:
    • Wandering, relaxed storytelling.
    • Warm humor and introspection.
    • No pressure, no agenda—just soothing human connection through meandering thought.
    9 hr 36 min
  • (music) (5 hours) #1455 Let me bore you to sleep
    💤  "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" - Oct 6, 2025

    Host: Jason Newland
    Theme: A personal and meandering bedtime monologue designed to lull listeners to sleep through gentle, low-energy rambling.

    🐶 Opening Moments
    • Jason welcomes listeners to his podcast and introduces himself.
    • His dog, Vinnie, features immediately with whining for more sausages.
    • The tone is light, cozy, and conversational from the start.
    📅 What Day Is It Again?
    • Jason muses on the day—confirms it is Monday, Oct 6, 2025, even though he initially questions it.
    • He introduces the theme of the day: Website promotion.
    🌐 Website & Review Updates
    • Jason shares he's been working on:
      • Collecting comments and reviews from YouTube and Facebook to post on his website.
      • He estimates 250+ reviews now on the site.
      • Mentions humorous fake review by "Vinnie" complaining that Jason ignores him.
    🙏 Shoutouts & Thank Yous
    • Thanks Paul for a kind PayPal donation.
    • Shoutouts to Laura, Christine, and others from his community for their support and feedback.
    • Encourages listeners to submit questions for the upcoming Q&A Friday (Oct 10, 2025).
    📊 Website Analytics & Facebook Ads
    • Sets up analytics on his website for the first time.
      • Is pleasantly surprised to learn people are visiting.
    • Launches two Facebook ads:
      1. To promote his podcast website.
      2. To promote the "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" Facebook group.
    • Shares early results:
      • A few dozen views but no link clicks yet.
      • Ads cost about 34–44 pence so far.
    📱 Reflections on Tech & Social Media
    • Talks about getting locked out of Facebook while setting up the ads.
    • Surprised by Facebook group engagement increase (451%).
    • Frustrated by trying to find old comments over 7 years of posts.
    • Discusses using insights and stats from his Facebook group and website.
    🍦 Food, Ice Cream, and Yogurt Rants
    • Discusses cravings for chocolate, Cornettos, and strawberry yogurt.
    • Shares quirky stories about feeding Vinnie bits of ice cream.
    • Recalls pouring yogurt on his own head in a vlog during a “manic” 2011 phase.
    📱 Android vs Apple
    • Gave away a relatively new Android phone to a neighbor.
    • Staunchly prefers iPhones and doesn’t want to relearn Android.
    💬 Reflections on YouTube & Viewership
    • Reminisces about spending £200 on YouTube ads years ago and being banned.
    • Feels his format doesn’t quite match the YouTube “style” but keeps uploading podcasts there.
    🤓 Commentary on Online Culture
    • Shares humorous gripes about:
      • AI-generated Facebook posts & Quora content.
      • People complaining about music or background noises in his podcasts.
      • Strange questions and spam on the internet.
    💘 Work-Based Relationships & Dating Tales A significant portion is a long, nostalgic reflection on past romantic relationships and workplace crushes:
    • Shares numerous stories of asking women out at work, most ending in rejection.
    • One notable story about being asked out by a former counselling client, which he declined due to ethics.
    • Discusses feelings of missed connections, awkward elevator moments, and office gossip.
    • Emphasizes the emotional risks and awkwardness of workplace romance.
    🤡 Humor & Sarcasm
    • Jason consistently mixes self-deprecating humor and sarcasm, even in mundane moments (e.g., admiring his own fart jokes or calling Vinnie a “cheeky monkey”).
    • Regularly breaks into playful voices or pretends to be other characters.
    💡 Random Psychology “Facts”
    • Reads and jokes about supposed “interesting psychological facts” found online.
      • Examples: “Looking at someone's mouth means they want to kiss you” or “opposites don't attract.”
    • Uses them as a springboard for philosophical reflection and more personal stories.
    🧠 Mental Health & Counselling Insights
    • Jason shares past experiences working as a counsellor.
    • Reflects on:
      • Ethical responsibilities.
      • Emotional challenges of ending client relationships.
      • How mental health services dried up due to lack of funding.
      • His own regret about missed romantic opportunities.
    🎤 Closing Thoughts
    • Encourages self-kindness:
      "Be kind to yourself, because you do deserve to be happy. Be gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel safe."
    • Ends with a warm sign-off: “Lots of love, bye.”
    🧘‍♂️ Overall Vibe This is classic Jason Newland:
    • Wandering, relaxed storytelling.
    • Warm humor and introspection.
    • No pressure, no agenda—just soothing human connection through meandering thought.
    4 hr 56 min
  • (music) #1455 Let me bore you to sleep
    💤  "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" - Oct 6, 2025

    Host: Jason Newland
    Theme: A personal and meandering bedtime monologue designed to lull listeners to sleep through gentle, low-energy rambling.

    🐶 Opening Moments
    • Jason welcomes listeners to his podcast and introduces himself.
    • His dog, Vinnie, features immediately with whining for more sausages.
    • The tone is light, cozy, and conversational from the start.
    📅 What Day Is It Again?
    • Jason muses on the day—confirms it is Monday, Oct 6, 2025, even though he initially questions it.
    • He introduces the theme of the day: Website promotion.
    🌐 Website & Review Updates
    • Jason shares he's been working on:
      • Collecting comments and reviews from YouTube and Facebook to post on his website.
      • He estimates 250+ reviews now on the site.
      • Mentions humorous fake review by "Vinnie" complaining that Jason ignores him.
    🙏 Shoutouts & Thank Yous
    • Thanks Paul for a kind PayPal donation.
    • Shoutouts to Laura, Christine, and others from his community for their support and feedback.
    • Encourages listeners to submit questions for the upcoming Q&A Friday (Oct 10, 2025).
    📊 Website Analytics & Facebook Ads
    • Sets up analytics on his website for the first time.
      • Is pleasantly surprised to learn people are visiting.
    • Launches two Facebook ads:
      1. To promote his podcast website.
      2. To promote the "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" Facebook group.
    • Shares early results:
      • A few dozen views but no link clicks yet.
      • Ads cost about 34–44 pence so far.
    📱 Reflections on Tech & Social Media
    • Talks about getting locked out of Facebook while setting up the ads.
    • Surprised by Facebook group engagement increase (451%).
    • Frustrated by trying to find old comments over 7 years of posts.
    • Discusses using insights and stats from his Facebook group and website.
    🍦 Food, Ice Cream, and Yogurt Rants
    • Discusses cravings for chocolate, Cornettos, and strawberry yogurt.
    • Shares quirky stories about feeding Vinnie bits of ice cream.
    • Recalls pouring yogurt on his own head in a vlog during a “manic” 2011 phase.
    📱 Android vs Apple
    • Gave away a relatively new Android phone to a neighbor.
    • Staunchly prefers iPhones and doesn’t want to relearn Android.
    💬 Reflections on YouTube & Viewership
    • Reminisces about spending £200 on YouTube ads years ago and being banned.
    • Feels his format doesn’t quite match the YouTube “style” but keeps uploading podcasts there.
    🤓 Commentary on Online Culture
    • Shares humorous gripes about:
      • AI-generated Facebook posts & Quora content.
      • People complaining about music or background noises in his podcasts.
      • Strange questions and spam on the internet.
    💘 Work-Based Relationships & Dating Tales A significant portion is a long, nostalgic reflection on past romantic relationships and workplace crushes:
    • Shares numerous stories of asking women out at work, most ending in rejection.
    • One notable story about being asked out by a former counselling client, which he declined due to ethics.
    • Discusses feelings of missed connections, awkward elevator moments, and office gossip.
    • Emphasizes the emotional risks and awkwardness of workplace romance.
    🤡 Humor & Sarcasm
    • Jason consistently mixes self-deprecating humor and sarcasm, even in mundane moments (e.g., admiring his own fart jokes or calling Vinnie a “cheeky monkey”).
    • Regularly breaks into playful voices or pretends to be other characters.
    💡 Random Psychology “Facts”
    • Reads and jokes about supposed “interesting psychological facts” found online.
      • Examples: “Looking at someone's mouth means they want to kiss you” or “opposites don't attract.”
    • Uses them as a springboard for philosophical reflection and more personal stories.
    🧠 Mental Health & Counselling Insights
    • Jason shares past experiences working as a counsellor.
    • Reflects on:
      • Ethical responsibilities.
      • Emotional challenges of ending client relationships.
      • How mental health services dried up due to lack of funding.
      • His own regret about missed romantic opportunities.
    🎤 Closing Thoughts
    • Encourages self-kindness:
      "Be kind to yourself, because you do deserve to be happy. Be gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel safe."
    • Ends with a warm sign-off: “Lots of love, bye.”
    🧘‍♂️ Overall Vibe This is classic Jason Newland:
    • Wandering, relaxed storytelling.
    • Warm humor and introspection.
    • No pressure, no agenda—just soothing human connection through meandering thought.
    1 hr 41 min
  • (no music) (10 hours) #1455 Let me bore you to sleep
    💤  "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" - Oct 6, 2025

    Host: Jason Newland
    Theme: A personal and meandering bedtime monologue designed to lull listeners to sleep through gentle, low-energy rambling.

    🐶 Opening Moments
    • Jason welcomes listeners to his podcast and introduces himself.
    • His dog, Vinnie, features immediately with whining for more sausages.
    • The tone is light, cozy, and conversational from the start.
    📅 What Day Is It Again?
    • Jason muses on the day—confirms it is Monday, Oct 6, 2025, even though he initially questions it.
    • He introduces the theme of the day: Website promotion.
    🌐 Website & Review Updates
    • Jason shares he's been working on:
      • Collecting comments and reviews from YouTube and Facebook to post on his website.
      • He estimates 250+ reviews now on the site.
      • Mentions humorous fake review by "Vinnie" complaining that Jason ignores him.
    🙏 Shoutouts & Thank Yous
    • Thanks Paul for a kind PayPal donation.
    • Shoutouts to Laura, Christine, and others from his community for their support and feedback.
    • Encourages listeners to submit questions for the upcoming Q&A Friday (Oct 10, 2025).
    📊 Website Analytics & Facebook Ads
    • Sets up analytics on his website for the first time.
      • Is pleasantly surprised to learn people are visiting.
    • Launches two Facebook ads:
      1. To promote his podcast website.
      2. To promote the "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" Facebook group.
    • Shares early results:
      • A few dozen views but no link clicks yet.
      • Ads cost about 34–44 pence so far.
    📱 Reflections on Tech & Social Media
    • Talks about getting locked out of Facebook while setting up the ads.
    • Surprised by Facebook group engagement increase (451%).
    • Frustrated by trying to find old comments over 7 years of posts.
    • Discusses using insights and stats from his Facebook group and website.
    🍦 Food, Ice Cream, and Yogurt Rants
    • Discusses cravings for chocolate, Cornettos, and strawberry yogurt.
    • Shares quirky stories about feeding Vinnie bits of ice cream.
    • Recalls pouring yogurt on his own head in a vlog during a “manic” 2011 phase.
    📱 Android vs Apple
    • Gave away a relatively new Android phone to a neighbor.
    • Staunchly prefers iPhones and doesn’t want to relearn Android.
    💬 Reflections on YouTube & Viewership
    • Reminisces about spending £200 on YouTube ads years ago and being banned.
    • Feels his format doesn’t quite match the YouTube “style” but keeps uploading podcasts there.
    🤓 Commentary on Online Culture
    • Shares humorous gripes about:
      • AI-generated Facebook posts & Quora content.
      • People complaining about music or background noises in his podcasts.
      • Strange questions and spam on the internet.
    💘 Work-Based Relationships & Dating Tales A significant portion is a long, nostalgic reflection on past romantic relationships and workplace crushes:
    • Shares numerous stories of asking women out at work, most ending in rejection.
    • One notable story about being asked out by a former counselling client, which he declined due to ethics.
    • Discusses feelings of missed connections, awkward elevator moments, and office gossip.
    • Emphasizes the emotional risks and awkwardness of workplace romance.
    🤡 Humor & Sarcasm
    • Jason consistently mixes self-deprecating humor and sarcasm, even in mundane moments (e.g., admiring his own fart jokes or calling Vinnie a “cheeky monkey”).
    • Regularly breaks into playful voices or pretends to be other characters.
    💡 Random Psychology “Facts”
    • Reads and jokes about supposed “interesting psychological facts” found online.
      • Examples: “Looking at someone's mouth means they want to kiss you” or “opposites don't attract.”
    • Uses them as a springboard for philosophical reflection and more personal stories.
    🧠 Mental Health & Counselling Insights
    • Jason shares past experiences working as a counsellor.
    • Reflects on:
      • Ethical responsibilities.
      • Emotional challenges of ending client relationships.
      • How mental health services dried up due to lack of funding.
      • His own regret about missed romantic opportunities.
    🎤 Closing Thoughts
    • Encourages self-kindness:
      "Be kind to yourself, because you do deserve to be happy. Be gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel safe."
    • Ends with a warm sign-off: “Lots of love, bye.”
    🧘‍♂️ Overall Vibe This is classic Jason Newland:
    • Wandering, relaxed storytelling.
    • Warm humor and introspection.
    • No pressure, no agenda—just soothing human connection through meandering thought.
    9 hr 45 min
  • (no music) (5 hours) #1455 Let me bore you to sleep
    💤  "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" - Oct 6, 2025

    Host: Jason Newland
    Theme: A personal and meandering bedtime monologue designed to lull listeners to sleep through gentle, low-energy rambling.

    🐶 Opening Moments
    • Jason welcomes listeners to his podcast and introduces himself.
    • His dog, Vinnie, features immediately with whining for more sausages.
    • The tone is light, cozy, and conversational from the start.
    📅 What Day Is It Again?
    • Jason muses on the day—confirms it is Monday, Oct 6, 2025, even though he initially questions it.
    • He introduces the theme of the day: Website promotion.
    🌐 Website & Review Updates
    • Jason shares he's been working on:
      • Collecting comments and reviews from YouTube and Facebook to post on his website.
      • He estimates 250+ reviews now on the site.
      • Mentions humorous fake review by "Vinnie" complaining that Jason ignores him.
    🙏 Shoutouts & Thank Yous
    • Thanks Paul for a kind PayPal donation.
    • Shoutouts to Laura, Christine, and others from his community for their support and feedback.
    • Encourages listeners to submit questions for the upcoming Q&A Friday (Oct 10, 2025).
    📊 Website Analytics & Facebook Ads
    • Sets up analytics on his website for the first time.
      • Is pleasantly surprised to learn people are visiting.
    • Launches two Facebook ads:
      1. To promote his podcast website.
      2. To promote the "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" Facebook group.
    • Shares early results:
      • A few dozen views but no link clicks yet.
      • Ads cost about 34–44 pence so far.
    📱 Reflections on Tech & Social Media
    • Talks about getting locked out of Facebook while setting up the ads.
    • Surprised by Facebook group engagement increase (451%).
    • Frustrated by trying to find old comments over 7 years of posts.
    • Discusses using insights and stats from his Facebook group and website.
    🍦 Food, Ice Cream, and Yogurt Rants
    • Discusses cravings for chocolate, Cornettos, and strawberry yogurt.
    • Shares quirky stories about feeding Vinnie bits of ice cream.
    • Recalls pouring yogurt on his own head in a vlog during a “manic” 2011 phase.
    📱 Android vs Apple
    • Gave away a relatively new Android phone to a neighbor.
    • Staunchly prefers iPhones and doesn’t want to relearn Android.
    💬 Reflections on YouTube & Viewership
    • Reminisces about spending £200 on YouTube ads years ago and being banned.
    • Feels his format doesn’t quite match the YouTube “style” but keeps uploading podcasts there.
    🤓 Commentary on Online Culture
    • Shares humorous gripes about:
      • AI-generated Facebook posts & Quora content.
      • People complaining about music or background noises in his podcasts.
      • Strange questions and spam on the internet.
    💘 Work-Based Relationships & Dating Tales A significant portion is a long, nostalgic reflection on past romantic relationships and workplace crushes:
    • Shares numerous stories of asking women out at work, most ending in rejection.
    • One notable story about being asked out by a former counselling client, which he declined due to ethics.
    • Discusses feelings of missed connections, awkward elevator moments, and office gossip.
    • Emphasizes the emotional risks and awkwardness of workplace romance.
    🤡 Humor & Sarcasm
    • Jason consistently mixes self-deprecating humor and sarcasm, even in mundane moments (e.g., admiring his own fart jokes or calling Vinnie a “cheeky monkey”).
    • Regularly breaks into playful voices or pretends to be other characters.
    💡 Random Psychology “Facts”
    • Reads and jokes about supposed “interesting psychological facts” found online.
      • Examples: “Looking at someone's mouth means they want to kiss you” or “opposites don't attract.”
    • Uses them as a springboard for philosophical reflection and more personal stories.
    🧠 Mental Health & Counselling Insights
    • Jason shares past experiences working as a counsellor.
    • Reflects on:
      • Ethical responsibilities.
      • Emotional challenges of ending client relationships.
      • How mental health services dried up due to lack of funding.
      • His own regret about missed romantic opportunities.
    🎤 Closing Thoughts
    • Encourages self-kindness:
      "Be kind to yourself, because you do deserve to be happy. Be gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel safe."
    • Ends with a warm sign-off: “Lots of love, bye.”
    🧘‍♂️ Overall Vibe This is classic Jason Newland:
    • Wandering, relaxed storytelling.
    • Warm humor and introspection.
    • No pressure, no agenda—just soothing human connection through meandering thought.
    4 hr 57 min
  • (no music) #1455 Let me bore you to sleep
    💤  "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" - Oct 6, 2025

    Host: Jason Newland
    Theme: A personal and meandering bedtime monologue designed to lull listeners to sleep through gentle, low-energy rambling.

    🐶 Opening Moments
    • Jason welcomes listeners to his podcast and introduces himself.
    • His dog, Vinnie, features immediately with whining for more sausages.
    • The tone is light, cozy, and conversational from the start.
    📅 What Day Is It Again?
    • Jason muses on the day—confirms it is Monday, Oct 6, 2025, even though he initially questions it.
    • He introduces the theme of the day: Website promotion.
    🌐 Website & Review Updates
    • Jason shares he's been working on:
      • Collecting comments and reviews from YouTube and Facebook to post on his website.
      • He estimates 250+ reviews now on the site.
      • Mentions humorous fake review by "Vinnie" complaining that Jason ignores him.
    🙏 Shoutouts & Thank Yous
    • Thanks Paul for a kind PayPal donation.
    • Shoutouts to Laura, Christine, and others from his community for their support and feedback.
    • Encourages listeners to submit questions for the upcoming Q&A Friday (Oct 10, 2025).
    📊 Website Analytics & Facebook Ads
    • Sets up analytics on his website for the first time.
      • Is pleasantly surprised to learn people are visiting.
    • Launches two Facebook ads:
      1. To promote his podcast website.
      2. To promote the "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" Facebook group.
    • Shares early results:
      • A few dozen views but no link clicks yet.
      • Ads cost about 34–44 pence so far.
    📱 Reflections on Tech & Social Media
    • Talks about getting locked out of Facebook while setting up the ads.
    • Surprised by Facebook group engagement increase (451%).
    • Frustrated by trying to find old comments over 7 years of posts.
    • Discusses using insights and stats from his Facebook group and website.
    🍦 Food, Ice Cream, and Yogurt Rants
    • Discusses cravings for chocolate, Cornettos, and strawberry yogurt.
    • Shares quirky stories about feeding Vinnie bits of ice cream.
    • Recalls pouring yogurt on his own head in a vlog during a “manic” 2011 phase.
    📱 Android vs Apple
    • Gave away a relatively new Android phone to a neighbor.
    • Staunchly prefers iPhones and doesn’t want to relearn Android.
    💬 Reflections on YouTube & Viewership
    • Reminisces about spending £200 on YouTube ads years ago and being banned.
    • Feels his format doesn’t quite match the YouTube “style” but keeps uploading podcasts there.
    🤓 Commentary on Online Culture
    • Shares humorous gripes about:
      • AI-generated Facebook posts & Quora content.
      • People complaining about music or background noises in his podcasts.
      • Strange questions and spam on the internet.
    💘 Work-Based Relationships & Dating Tales A significant portion is a long, nostalgic reflection on past romantic relationships and workplace crushes:
    • Shares numerous stories of asking women out at work, most ending in rejection.
    • One notable story about being asked out by a former counselling client, which he declined due to ethics.
    • Discusses feelings of missed connections, awkward elevator moments, and office gossip.
    • Emphasizes the emotional risks and awkwardness of workplace romance.
    🤡 Humor & Sarcasm
    • Jason consistently mixes self-deprecating humor and sarcasm, even in mundane moments (e.g., admiring his own fart jokes or calling Vinnie a “cheeky monkey”).
    • Regularly breaks into playful voices or pretends to be other characters.
    💡 Random Psychology “Facts”
    • Reads and jokes about supposed “interesting psychological facts” found online.
      • Examples: “Looking at someone's mouth means they want to kiss you” or “opposites don't attract.”
    • Uses them as a springboard for philosophical reflection and more personal stories.
    🧠 Mental Health & Counselling Insights
    • Jason shares past experiences working as a counsellor.
    • Reflects on:
      • Ethical responsibilities.
      • Emotional challenges of ending client relationships.
      • How mental health services dried up due to lack of funding.
      • His own regret about missed romantic opportunities.
    🎤 Closing Thoughts
    • Encourages self-kindness:
      "Be kind to yourself, because you do deserve to be happy. Be gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel safe."
    • Ends with a warm sign-off: “Lots of love, bye.”
    🧘‍♂️ Overall Vibe This is classic Jason Newland:
    • Wandering, relaxed storytelling.
    • Warm humor and introspection.
    • No pressure, no agenda—just soothing human connection through meandering thought.
    1 hr 41 min

About Let me bore you to sleep (Jason Newland)

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Welcome to "Let Me Bore You to Sleep," a unique and soothing podcast hosted by Jason Newland. Specially designed to help you unwind and drift into a peaceful slumber, Jason’s calming voice and…