Let me bore you to sleep (Jason Newland)

Let me bore you to sleep (Jason Newland)

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  • (no music) #1451 Let me bore you to sleep
    Let Me Bore You To Sleep #1451 — Embarrassing Moments, Podbean & Podcast Stats (2nd October 2025)

    Drift off with Jason Newland in this gently funny insomnia podcast. Tonight’s boring podcast wanders through Jason’s most awkward (and hilarious) moments—from being locked out of a Harrogate hotel room in just a vest and socks, to a café queue disaster, squeaky furniture, and childhood violin recital fails. Jason also talks about Podbean experiments, SoundCloud surges, Buzzsprout limits, podcast cover art, and why he sometimes listens to his own recordings to fall asleep. A perfect mix of absurd storytelling and sleep hypnosis-style rambling, ideal for anyone who wants to fall asleep fast. What you’ll hear
    • Trapped in recliners & squeaky desk chaos
    • Harrogate hotel: locked out in underwear saga
    • Café fart incident & “acting natural” lesson
    • Violin recital embarrassment as a kid
    • Podbean relaunch & SoundCloud stats spike
    • Buzzsprout limits and podcast hosting comparisons
    • Big Brother viewing routine
    • Listening to his own shows for relaxation
    • Stand-up tapes, sales regrets, and Facebook stats
    Timestamps
    • 0:01 Intro, squeaky desk & chair
    • 3:27 Harrogate hotel, room-service tray
    • 5:00 Door locks, left in underwear & vest
    • 10:09 Too embarrassed to go to reception
    • 14:25 Café queue fart incident
    • 21:00 Violin recital disaster
    • 24:50 Starting again on Podbean
    • 29:59 SoundCloud stats surge
    • 31:39 Buzzsprout pricing & limits
    • 47:00 Highest-earning podcasts list
    • 1:10:00 Podcast images & logos
    • 1:18:00 Q&A Friday reminder
    • 1:21:20 Be kind to yourself
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    Call to action Got a question for Q&A Friday? Pop it in the Boring Group or send it via the site—Jason will riff you to sleep with an answer.

    👉 Listen to more free episodes & downloads at: https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    👉 Join Jason Newland's Boring Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/822882097895595
    1 hr 22 min
  • (music) (10 hours) #1450 Whisper Let me bore you to sleep
    💤 Title: #1450 – Whisper Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 2nd October 2025 
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    🕰 Duration: 55 minutes, 55 seconds
    🎤 Speaker: Jason Newland
    📍 Transcript link

    🌙 Summary: This episode of "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" is a slow, rambling monologue from Jason Newland, perfect for falling asleep to. It includes:

    🧠 Stream-of-Consciousness & Rambling Thoughts
    • Jason talks about checking his podcast stats right after waking up and jokes about not being able to spell or see properly in the morning.
    • He’s concerned about his squeaky desk possibly annoying the neighbors.
    • Casual updates about his Facebook group and his usual call for questions for the upcoming “Q&A Friday.”
    😴 Dream Recollection (A large portion of the episode) Jason recalls a vivid, surreal dream where:
    • He’s stranded in a foreign country (possibly India) with a group of people.
    • Someone asks him to pay 10,000 (not pounds, unspecified currency) for 10 people.
    • He agrees but then realizes he can’t access his money because his bank might block international transactions.
    • He plans to transfer funds to a friend’s account but finds out his friend also didn’t inform their bank.
    • Eventually, they stay in strange concrete structures by the sea.
    • Later in the dream, he’s sweeping up after what seems like a party and reflects that this could be a metaphor for “clearing out the past.”
    🌀 Meta-dreaming: At one point, he becomes aware he's dreaming while still dreaming — observing and interpreting the metaphor from within the dream.

    🎨 ChatGPT Image Frustrations Jason shares his struggles using ChatGPT to generate an image for a podcast episode:
    • He wanted an image with 9 world flags to thank listeners worldwide.
    • He humorously vents about ChatGPT giving him the wrong image sizes (square instead of 1400x1200) and incorrect flags.
    • The worst offender: the Mexican flag. Instead of an eagle with a snake, he ends up with what looks like “a bowl of rice” or a “hazelnut.”
    🌍 Listener Appreciation
    • He emphasizes his gratitude to listeners across different countries and platforms.
    • Mentions a specific listener, Philomena, who joined the Facebook group recently.
    🎥 Nicole Kidman Deep Dive Jason spirals into a long reflection about Nicole Kidman:
    • Reminisces about movies she was in, especially The Others — which he loved.
    • Complains about not finding a proper filmography listing online.
    • Lists other Kidman movies he hasn’t seen because he’s not into romantic dramas or serious films.
    • Recalls she starred in Bewitched and was surprised to remember it.
    • Shares feelings of nostalgia seeing once-youthful actors now older.
    🎶 The Dinosaur Song Mystery
    • Jason obsesses over a vague memory of a 90s song involving dinosaurs sung by a famous model or actress.
    • He can't remember the name and gets frustrated Googling it, mistakenly recalling “Walk the Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was), but insists there was another version.
    • Laments how the internet "sometimes forgets things," even ones he thinks were big hits.
    🍳 Closing Thoughts
    • After nearly an hour of gentle rambling, Jason wraps up with his signature kind message:
      • “Be kind to yourself, you deserve to be happy.”
      • “Be gentle with yourself, you deserve to feel safe.”
      • “Lots of love.”
    ☁️ Overall Vibe: Soft, comforting, reflective, and slightly surreal — full of tangents and daydreams, perfect for sleep or deep relaxation. It’s quintessential Jason: a meandering blend of dreams, personal musings, technical annoyances, and heartfelt appreciation for his audience.
    9 hr 44 min
  • (music) (5 hours) #1450 Whisper Let me bore you to sleep
    💤 Title: #1450 – Whisper Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 2nd October 2025 
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    🕰 Duration: 55 minutes, 55 seconds
    🎤 Speaker: Jason Newland
    📍 Transcript link

    🌙 Summary: This episode of "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" is a slow, rambling monologue from Jason Newland, perfect for falling asleep to. It includes:

    🧠 Stream-of-Consciousness & Rambling Thoughts
    • Jason talks about checking his podcast stats right after waking up and jokes about not being able to spell or see properly in the morning.
    • He’s concerned about his squeaky desk possibly annoying the neighbors.
    • Casual updates about his Facebook group and his usual call for questions for the upcoming “Q&A Friday.”
    😴 Dream Recollection (A large portion of the episode) Jason recalls a vivid, surreal dream where:
    • He’s stranded in a foreign country (possibly India) with a group of people.
    • Someone asks him to pay 10,000 (not pounds, unspecified currency) for 10 people.
    • He agrees but then realizes he can’t access his money because his bank might block international transactions.
    • He plans to transfer funds to a friend’s account but finds out his friend also didn’t inform their bank.
    • Eventually, they stay in strange concrete structures by the sea.
    • Later in the dream, he’s sweeping up after what seems like a party and reflects that this could be a metaphor for “clearing out the past.”
    🌀 Meta-dreaming: At one point, he becomes aware he's dreaming while still dreaming — observing and interpreting the metaphor from within the dream.

    🎨 ChatGPT Image Frustrations Jason shares his struggles using ChatGPT to generate an image for a podcast episode:
    • He wanted an image with 9 world flags to thank listeners worldwide.
    • He humorously vents about ChatGPT giving him the wrong image sizes (square instead of 1400x1200) and incorrect flags.
    • The worst offender: the Mexican flag. Instead of an eagle with a snake, he ends up with what looks like “a bowl of rice” or a “hazelnut.”
    🌍 Listener Appreciation
    • He emphasizes his gratitude to listeners across different countries and platforms.
    • Mentions a specific listener, Philomena, who joined the Facebook group recently.
    🎥 Nicole Kidman Deep Dive Jason spirals into a long reflection about Nicole Kidman:
    • Reminisces about movies she was in, especially The Others — which he loved.
    • Complains about not finding a proper filmography listing online.
    • Lists other Kidman movies he hasn’t seen because he’s not into romantic dramas or serious films.
    • Recalls she starred in Bewitched and was surprised to remember it.
    • Shares feelings of nostalgia seeing once-youthful actors now older.
    🎶 The Dinosaur Song Mystery
    • Jason obsesses over a vague memory of a 90s song involving dinosaurs sung by a famous model or actress.
    • He can't remember the name and gets frustrated Googling it, mistakenly recalling “Walk the Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was), but insists there was another version.
    • Laments how the internet "sometimes forgets things," even ones he thinks were big hits.
    🍳 Closing Thoughts
    • After nearly an hour of gentle rambling, Jason wraps up with his signature kind message:
      • “Be kind to yourself, you deserve to be happy.”
      • “Be gentle with yourself, you deserve to feel safe.”
      • “Lots of love.”
    ☁️ Overall Vibe: Soft, comforting, reflective, and slightly surreal — full of tangents and daydreams, perfect for sleep or deep relaxation. It’s quintessential Jason: a meandering blend of dreams, personal musings, technical annoyances, and heartfelt appreciation for his audience.
    5 hr 1 min
  • (music) #1450 Whisper Let me bore you to sleep
    💤 Title: #1450 – Whisper Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 2nd October 2025 
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    🕰 Duration: 55 minutes, 55 seconds
    🎤 Speaker: Jason Newland
    📍 Transcript link

    🌙 Summary: This episode of "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" is a slow, rambling monologue from Jason Newland, perfect for falling asleep to. It includes:

    🧠 Stream-of-Consciousness & Rambling Thoughts
    • Jason talks about checking his podcast stats right after waking up and jokes about not being able to spell or see properly in the morning.
    • He’s concerned about his squeaky desk possibly annoying the neighbors.
    • Casual updates about his Facebook group and his usual call for questions for the upcoming “Q&A Friday.”
    😴 Dream Recollection (A large portion of the episode) Jason recalls a vivid, surreal dream where:
    • He’s stranded in a foreign country (possibly India) with a group of people.
    • Someone asks him to pay 10,000 (not pounds, unspecified currency) for 10 people.
    • He agrees but then realizes he can’t access his money because his bank might block international transactions.
    • He plans to transfer funds to a friend’s account but finds out his friend also didn’t inform their bank.
    • Eventually, they stay in strange concrete structures by the sea.
    • Later in the dream, he’s sweeping up after what seems like a party and reflects that this could be a metaphor for “clearing out the past.”
    🌀 Meta-dreaming: At one point, he becomes aware he's dreaming while still dreaming — observing and interpreting the metaphor from within the dream.

    🎨 ChatGPT Image Frustrations Jason shares his struggles using ChatGPT to generate an image for a podcast episode:
    • He wanted an image with 9 world flags to thank listeners worldwide.
    • He humorously vents about ChatGPT giving him the wrong image sizes (square instead of 1400x1200) and incorrect flags.
    • The worst offender: the Mexican flag. Instead of an eagle with a snake, he ends up with what looks like “a bowl of rice” or a “hazelnut.”
    🌍 Listener Appreciation
    • He emphasizes his gratitude to listeners across different countries and platforms.
    • Mentions a specific listener, Philomena, who joined the Facebook group recently.
    🎥 Nicole Kidman Deep Dive Jason spirals into a long reflection about Nicole Kidman:
    • Reminisces about movies she was in, especially The Others — which he loved.
    • Complains about not finding a proper filmography listing online.
    • Lists other Kidman movies he hasn’t seen because he’s not into romantic dramas or serious films.
    • Recalls she starred in Bewitched and was surprised to remember it.
    • Shares feelings of nostalgia seeing once-youthful actors now older.
    🎶 The Dinosaur Song Mystery
    • Jason obsesses over a vague memory of a 90s song involving dinosaurs sung by a famous model or actress.
    • He can't remember the name and gets frustrated Googling it, mistakenly recalling “Walk the Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was), but insists there was another version.
    • Laments how the internet "sometimes forgets things," even ones he thinks were big hits.
    🍳 Closing Thoughts
    • After nearly an hour of gentle rambling, Jason wraps up with his signature kind message:
      • “Be kind to yourself, you deserve to be happy.”
      • “Be gentle with yourself, you deserve to feel safe.”
      • “Lots of love.”
    ☁️ Overall Vibe: Soft, comforting, reflective, and slightly surreal — full of tangents and daydreams, perfect for sleep or deep relaxation. It’s quintessential Jason: a meandering blend of dreams, personal musings, technical annoyances, and heartfelt appreciation for his audience.
    57 min
  • (no music) (10 hours) #1450 Whisper Let me bore you to sleep
    💤 Title: #1450 – Whisper Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 2nd October 2025 
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    🕰 Duration: 55 minutes, 55 seconds
    🎤 Speaker: Jason Newland
    📍 Transcript link

    🌙 Summary: This episode of "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" is a slow, rambling monologue from Jason Newland, perfect for falling asleep to. It includes:

    🧠 Stream-of-Consciousness & Rambling Thoughts
    • Jason talks about checking his podcast stats right after waking up and jokes about not being able to spell or see properly in the morning.
    • He’s concerned about his squeaky desk possibly annoying the neighbors.
    • Casual updates about his Facebook group and his usual call for questions for the upcoming “Q&A Friday.”
    😴 Dream Recollection (A large portion of the episode) Jason recalls a vivid, surreal dream where:
    • He’s stranded in a foreign country (possibly India) with a group of people.
    • Someone asks him to pay 10,000 (not pounds, unspecified currency) for 10 people.
    • He agrees but then realizes he can’t access his money because his bank might block international transactions.
    • He plans to transfer funds to a friend’s account but finds out his friend also didn’t inform their bank.
    • Eventually, they stay in strange concrete structures by the sea.
    • Later in the dream, he’s sweeping up after what seems like a party and reflects that this could be a metaphor for “clearing out the past.”
    🌀 Meta-dreaming: At one point, he becomes aware he's dreaming while still dreaming — observing and interpreting the metaphor from within the dream.

    🎨 ChatGPT Image Frustrations Jason shares his struggles using ChatGPT to generate an image for a podcast episode:
    • He wanted an image with 9 world flags to thank listeners worldwide.
    • He humorously vents about ChatGPT giving him the wrong image sizes (square instead of 1400x1200) and incorrect flags.
    • The worst offender: the Mexican flag. Instead of an eagle with a snake, he ends up with what looks like “a bowl of rice” or a “hazelnut.”
    🌍 Listener Appreciation
    • He emphasizes his gratitude to listeners across different countries and platforms.
    • Mentions a specific listener, Philomena, who joined the Facebook group recently.
    🎥 Nicole Kidman Deep Dive Jason spirals into a long reflection about Nicole Kidman:
    • Reminisces about movies she was in, especially The Others — which he loved.
    • Complains about not finding a proper filmography listing online.
    • Lists other Kidman movies he hasn’t seen because he’s not into romantic dramas or serious films.
    • Recalls she starred in Bewitched and was surprised to remember it.
    • Shares feelings of nostalgia seeing once-youthful actors now older.
    🎶 The Dinosaur Song Mystery
    • Jason obsesses over a vague memory of a 90s song involving dinosaurs sung by a famous model or actress.
    • He can't remember the name and gets frustrated Googling it, mistakenly recalling “Walk the Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was), but insists there was another version.
    • Laments how the internet "sometimes forgets things," even ones he thinks were big hits.
    🍳 Closing Thoughts
    • After nearly an hour of gentle rambling, Jason wraps up with his signature kind message:
      • “Be kind to yourself, you deserve to be happy.”
      • “Be gentle with yourself, you deserve to feel safe.”
      • “Lots of love.”
    ☁️ Overall Vibe: Soft, comforting, reflective, and slightly surreal — full of tangents and daydreams, perfect for sleep or deep relaxation. It’s quintessential Jason: a meandering blend of dreams, personal musings, technical annoyances, and heartfelt appreciation for his audience.
    9 hr 47 min
  • (no music) (5 hours) #1450 Whisper Let me bore you to sleep
    💤 Title: #1450 – Whisper Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 2nd October 2025 
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    🕰 Duration: 55 minutes, 55 seconds
    🎤 Speaker: Jason Newland
    📍 Transcript link

    🌙 Summary: This episode of "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" is a slow, rambling monologue from Jason Newland, perfect for falling asleep to. It includes:

    🧠 Stream-of-Consciousness & Rambling Thoughts
    • Jason talks about checking his podcast stats right after waking up and jokes about not being able to spell or see properly in the morning.
    • He’s concerned about his squeaky desk possibly annoying the neighbors.
    • Casual updates about his Facebook group and his usual call for questions for the upcoming “Q&A Friday.”
    😴 Dream Recollection (A large portion of the episode) Jason recalls a vivid, surreal dream where:
    • He’s stranded in a foreign country (possibly India) with a group of people.
    • Someone asks him to pay 10,000 (not pounds, unspecified currency) for 10 people.
    • He agrees but then realizes he can’t access his money because his bank might block international transactions.
    • He plans to transfer funds to a friend’s account but finds out his friend also didn’t inform their bank.
    • Eventually, they stay in strange concrete structures by the sea.
    • Later in the dream, he’s sweeping up after what seems like a party and reflects that this could be a metaphor for “clearing out the past.”
    🌀 Meta-dreaming: At one point, he becomes aware he's dreaming while still dreaming — observing and interpreting the metaphor from within the dream.

    🎨 ChatGPT Image Frustrations Jason shares his struggles using ChatGPT to generate an image for a podcast episode:
    • He wanted an image with 9 world flags to thank listeners worldwide.
    • He humorously vents about ChatGPT giving him the wrong image sizes (square instead of 1400x1200) and incorrect flags.
    • The worst offender: the Mexican flag. Instead of an eagle with a snake, he ends up with what looks like “a bowl of rice” or a “hazelnut.”
    🌍 Listener Appreciation
    • He emphasizes his gratitude to listeners across different countries and platforms.
    • Mentions a specific listener, Philomena, who joined the Facebook group recently.
    🎥 Nicole Kidman Deep Dive Jason spirals into a long reflection about Nicole Kidman:
    • Reminisces about movies she was in, especially The Others — which he loved.
    • Complains about not finding a proper filmography listing online.
    • Lists other Kidman movies he hasn’t seen because he’s not into romantic dramas or serious films.
    • Recalls she starred in Bewitched and was surprised to remember it.
    • Shares feelings of nostalgia seeing once-youthful actors now older.
    🎶 The Dinosaur Song Mystery
    • Jason obsesses over a vague memory of a 90s song involving dinosaurs sung by a famous model or actress.
    • He can't remember the name and gets frustrated Googling it, mistakenly recalling “Walk the Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was), but insists there was another version.
    • Laments how the internet "sometimes forgets things," even ones he thinks were big hits.
    🍳 Closing Thoughts
    • After nearly an hour of gentle rambling, Jason wraps up with his signature kind message:
      • “Be kind to yourself, you deserve to be happy.”
      • “Be gentle with yourself, you deserve to feel safe.”
      • “Lots of love.”
    ☁️ Overall Vibe: Soft, comforting, reflective, and slightly surreal — full of tangents and daydreams, perfect for sleep or deep relaxation. It’s quintessential Jason: a meandering blend of dreams, personal musings, technical annoyances, and heartfelt appreciation for his audience.
    4 hr 58 min
  • (no music) #1450 Whisper Let me bore you to sleep
    💤 Title: #1450 – Whisper Let Me Bore You to Sleep – 2nd October 2025 
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/
    🕰 Duration: 55 minutes, 55 seconds
    🎤 Speaker: Jason Newland
    📍 Transcript link

    🌙 Summary: This episode of "Let Me Bore You to Sleep" is a slow, rambling monologue from Jason Newland, perfect for falling asleep to. It includes:

    🧠 Stream-of-Consciousness & Rambling Thoughts
    • Jason talks about checking his podcast stats right after waking up and jokes about not being able to spell or see properly in the morning.
    • He’s concerned about his squeaky desk possibly annoying the neighbors.
    • Casual updates about his Facebook group and his usual call for questions for the upcoming “Q&A Friday.”
    😴 Dream Recollection (A large portion of the episode) Jason recalls a vivid, surreal dream where:
    • He’s stranded in a foreign country (possibly India) with a group of people.
    • Someone asks him to pay 10,000 (not pounds, unspecified currency) for 10 people.
    • He agrees but then realizes he can’t access his money because his bank might block international transactions.
    • He plans to transfer funds to a friend’s account but finds out his friend also didn’t inform their bank.
    • Eventually, they stay in strange concrete structures by the sea.
    • Later in the dream, he’s sweeping up after what seems like a party and reflects that this could be a metaphor for “clearing out the past.”
    🌀 Meta-dreaming: At one point, he becomes aware he's dreaming while still dreaming — observing and interpreting the metaphor from within the dream.

    🎨 ChatGPT Image Frustrations Jason shares his struggles using ChatGPT to generate an image for a podcast episode:
    • He wanted an image with 9 world flags to thank listeners worldwide.
    • He humorously vents about ChatGPT giving him the wrong image sizes (square instead of 1400x1200) and incorrect flags.
    • The worst offender: the Mexican flag. Instead of an eagle with a snake, he ends up with what looks like “a bowl of rice” or a “hazelnut.”
    🌍 Listener Appreciation
    • He emphasizes his gratitude to listeners across different countries and platforms.
    • Mentions a specific listener, Philomena, who joined the Facebook group recently.
    🎥 Nicole Kidman Deep Dive Jason spirals into a long reflection about Nicole Kidman:
    • Reminisces about movies she was in, especially The Others — which he loved.
    • Complains about not finding a proper filmography listing online.
    • Lists other Kidman movies he hasn’t seen because he’s not into romantic dramas or serious films.
    • Recalls she starred in Bewitched and was surprised to remember it.
    • Shares feelings of nostalgia seeing once-youthful actors now older.
    🎶 The Dinosaur Song Mystery
    • Jason obsesses over a vague memory of a 90s song involving dinosaurs sung by a famous model or actress.
    • He can't remember the name and gets frustrated Googling it, mistakenly recalling “Walk the Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was), but insists there was another version.
    • Laments how the internet "sometimes forgets things," even ones he thinks were big hits.
    🍳 Closing Thoughts
    • After nearly an hour of gentle rambling, Jason wraps up with his signature kind message:
      • “Be kind to yourself, you deserve to be happy.”
      • “Be gentle with yourself, you deserve to feel safe.”
      • “Lots of love.”
    ☁️ Overall Vibe: Soft, comforting, reflective, and slightly surreal — full of tangents and daydreams, perfect for sleep or deep relaxation. It’s quintessential Jason: a meandering blend of dreams, personal musings, technical annoyances, and heartfelt appreciation for his audience.
    56 min
  • (music) (10 hours) #1449 Let me bore you to sleep
    #1449 Let me bore you to sleep - 1st October 2025
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/

    🧘‍♂️ Overview: This episode blends casual musings, listener statistics, stories from the past, and behind-the-scenes insights into Jason’s podcasting process. It's personal, global, sometimes random — and always spoken in his signature meandering, relaxing style.

    🧠 Main Themes: 1. Podcasting Life & Reflections
    • Jason discusses the routine of creating content: recording, editing, uploading, adding metadata, and promoting.
    • Reflects on the unexpected popularity of certain episodes (like the Whisper recordings with 30+ hours of audio).
    • He talks about how podcasting gives him a sense of purpose and contribution, even during emotionally difficult times.
    2. Global Listener Stats

    🌍 Jason dives deep into geolocation data for his podcast listeners:
    • Top countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Ireland, Germany, France, Norway, and more.
    • Top cities: From Bristol, San Jose, and Kitchener to Oslo, Paris, Madrid, and Tokyo.
    • Reads out listener locations with enthusiasm and warmth — almost like shout-outs to his global community.
    • Discusses stats across platforms like SoundCloud and Spreaker, expressing gratitude for the 800,000+ listens in the past year.
    3. Personal Stories & Memories Jason reminisces about:
    • His time in Ireland, including living in Carlow with his friend Andre’s family.
    • Almost dating Andre’s cousin, who was part of a witchcraft coven — including an eerie invitation to a forest ceremony.
    • Witnessing a street fight in Carlow involving 50+ people, which made him question staying there.
    • Early job interviews for hot, physically demanding jobs (e.g., dry cleaning and meat processing) that didn’t work out.
    4. Random Yet Relatable Anecdotes
    • Vinny the dog features prominently, squeaking and seeking attention.
    • Talks about scrambled eggs, sore backs, running into neighbors, and nostalgic references to TV shows like Diff’rent Strokes.
    • Shares memories of working in pubs, struggling to understand drunk customers, and even reflections on condom expiration dates (!).
    5. Philosophical Notes
    • Describes how some past resentments have naturally faded over time — not through effort, but by losing emotional significance.
    • Explores the importance of gratitude, sharing joy, and spreading the podcast to reach more people.
    🔄 Structure:
    • Intro with Vinny and a bit of rambling (as expected!)
    • Updates on podcasting workflow
    • Detailed audience stats & geographic breakdown
    • Storytime & memories (Ireland especially)
    • Funny tangents and mini-rants
    • Gratitude and sign-off
    🎯 Takeaways:
    • Jason’s podcast is both a relaxation tool and a journal of sorts.
    • He is deeply connected to his listeners, valuing each play/download.
    • This episode feels like a mix of comedy, comfort, therapy, and storytelling.
    9 hr 49 min
  • (music) (5 hours) #1449 Let me bore you to sleep
    #1449 Let me bore you to sleep - 1st October 2025
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/

    🧘‍♂️ Overview: This episode blends casual musings, listener statistics, stories from the past, and behind-the-scenes insights into Jason’s podcasting process. It's personal, global, sometimes random — and always spoken in his signature meandering, relaxing style.

    🧠 Main Themes: 1. Podcasting Life & Reflections
    • Jason discusses the routine of creating content: recording, editing, uploading, adding metadata, and promoting.
    • Reflects on the unexpected popularity of certain episodes (like the Whisper recordings with 30+ hours of audio).
    • He talks about how podcasting gives him a sense of purpose and contribution, even during emotionally difficult times.
    2. Global Listener Stats

    🌍 Jason dives deep into geolocation data for his podcast listeners:
    • Top countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Ireland, Germany, France, Norway, and more.
    • Top cities: From Bristol, San Jose, and Kitchener to Oslo, Paris, Madrid, and Tokyo.
    • Reads out listener locations with enthusiasm and warmth — almost like shout-outs to his global community.
    • Discusses stats across platforms like SoundCloud and Spreaker, expressing gratitude for the 800,000+ listens in the past year.
    3. Personal Stories & Memories Jason reminisces about:
    • His time in Ireland, including living in Carlow with his friend Andre’s family.
    • Almost dating Andre’s cousin, who was part of a witchcraft coven — including an eerie invitation to a forest ceremony.
    • Witnessing a street fight in Carlow involving 50+ people, which made him question staying there.
    • Early job interviews for hot, physically demanding jobs (e.g., dry cleaning and meat processing) that didn’t work out.
    4. Random Yet Relatable Anecdotes
    • Vinny the dog features prominently, squeaking and seeking attention.
    • Talks about scrambled eggs, sore backs, running into neighbors, and nostalgic references to TV shows like Diff’rent Strokes.
    • Shares memories of working in pubs, struggling to understand drunk customers, and even reflections on condom expiration dates (!).
    5. Philosophical Notes
    • Describes how some past resentments have naturally faded over time — not through effort, but by losing emotional significance.
    • Explores the importance of gratitude, sharing joy, and spreading the podcast to reach more people.
    🔄 Structure:
    • Intro with Vinny and a bit of rambling (as expected!)
    • Updates on podcasting workflow
    • Detailed audience stats & geographic breakdown
    • Storytime & memories (Ireland especially)
    • Funny tangents and mini-rants
    • Gratitude and sign-off
    🎯 Takeaways:
    • Jason’s podcast is both a relaxation tool and a journal of sorts.
    • He is deeply connected to his listeners, valuing each play/download.
    • This episode feels like a mix of comedy, comfort, therapy, and storytelling.
    4 hr 52 min
  • (music) #1449 Let me bore you to sleep
    #1449 Let me bore you to sleep - 1st October 2025
    https://www.jasonnewland.com/

    🧘‍♂️ Overview: This episode blends casual musings, listener statistics, stories from the past, and behind-the-scenes insights into Jason’s podcasting process. It's personal, global, sometimes random — and always spoken in his signature meandering, relaxing style.

    🧠 Main Themes: 1. Podcasting Life & Reflections
    • Jason discusses the routine of creating content: recording, editing, uploading, adding metadata, and promoting.
    • Reflects on the unexpected popularity of certain episodes (like the Whisper recordings with 30+ hours of audio).
    • He talks about how podcasting gives him a sense of purpose and contribution, even during emotionally difficult times.
    2. Global Listener Stats

    🌍 Jason dives deep into geolocation data for his podcast listeners:
    • Top countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Ireland, Germany, France, Norway, and more.
    • Top cities: From Bristol, San Jose, and Kitchener to Oslo, Paris, Madrid, and Tokyo.
    • Reads out listener locations with enthusiasm and warmth — almost like shout-outs to his global community.
    • Discusses stats across platforms like SoundCloud and Spreaker, expressing gratitude for the 800,000+ listens in the past year.
    3. Personal Stories & Memories Jason reminisces about:
    • His time in Ireland, including living in Carlow with his friend Andre’s family.
    • Almost dating Andre’s cousin, who was part of a witchcraft coven — including an eerie invitation to a forest ceremony.
    • Witnessing a street fight in Carlow involving 50+ people, which made him question staying there.
    • Early job interviews for hot, physically demanding jobs (e.g., dry cleaning and meat processing) that didn’t work out.
    4. Random Yet Relatable Anecdotes
    • Vinny the dog features prominently, squeaking and seeking attention.
    • Talks about scrambled eggs, sore backs, running into neighbors, and nostalgic references to TV shows like Diff’rent Strokes.
    • Shares memories of working in pubs, struggling to understand drunk customers, and even reflections on condom expiration dates (!).
    5. Philosophical Notes
    • Describes how some past resentments have naturally faded over time — not through effort, but by losing emotional significance.
    • Explores the importance of gratitude, sharing joy, and spreading the podcast to reach more people.
    🔄 Structure:
    • Intro with Vinny and a bit of rambling (as expected!)
    • Updates on podcasting workflow
    • Detailed audience stats & geographic breakdown
    • Storytime & memories (Ireland especially)
    • Funny tangents and mini-rants
    • Gratitude and sign-off
    🎯 Takeaways:
    • Jason’s podcast is both a relaxation tool and a journal of sorts.
    • He is deeply connected to his listeners, valuing each play/download.
    • This episode feels like a mix of comedy, comfort, therapy, and storytelling.
    1 hr 45 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…