Sleeping with Heather

Sleeping with Heather

By Heather ArringtonHealth & Fitness
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Sleeping with Heather episodes

  • 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.

    1 hr 44 min
  • 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.

    1 hr 42 min
  • 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.

    55 min
  • 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 [email protected] and be sure to put "Podcast Submission" in the subject line.
    Thanks for listening.

    56 min
  • 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!

    55 min
  • 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

    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 and click support

    Want to connect on social media? 

    https://www.facebook.com/heather.arrington.750

    https://www.instagram.com/sleeping.with.heather/

    https://twitter.com/Zzzwithheather

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkH0U-V-h0bO_7wkwjZ6m5A

    1 hr 21 min
  • 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.

    Follow Sleeping with Heather on Twitter @ZzzWithHeather

    Bens Branches: 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 and Criminal Conduct podcasts

    Dating and relating coach, Debra Besinger

    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 for lending her art and inspiring tonight’s story,

    Stephen Roessner for audio engineering guidance,

    Tim Mollen for his feedback and kindly testing out each episode before publication, 

    and to The Poetry Fox, Chris Vitello, for kindly allowing me to share his poetry in this episode.

    You're all stars in my book!

    2 hr 21 min
  • 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!
    1 hr 42 min
  • 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.

    1 hr 29 min

About Sleeping with Heather

From the publisher's feed

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.