Sleepy Time Tales - Bedtime Stories for Sleep and Relaxation

Tales of Bellerophon

An ancient Greek parable against arrogance

How does one make a story about an epic battle between a man on a flying horse and a fire-breathing Lion/Dragon/Goat hybrid boring enough to fall asleep to?

Give this a listen and find the answer to that question.

Story: 16:30

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“The new National Geographic Treasury of Greek Mythology offers timeless stories of Greek myths in a beautiful new volume. Brought to life with lyrical text by award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli and stunning artwork by award-winning illustrator Christina Balit, the tales of gods and goddesses such as Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, and Athena and heroes and monsters such as Helen of Troy, Perseus, and Medusa will fascinate and engage children’s imaginations.

National Geographic completes the book with embellishments of each story: sidebars for each god, goddess, hero, and monster link the myths to constellations, geography, history, and culture to help young readers connect the stories to real life events, people, and places. A family tree and a “cast of characters” profile page help make relationships between the characters clear, and a mapping feature adds to the fun and fascination. Resource notes and ample back matter directing readers to more information round out this luminous book. Sure to dazzle all those intrigued with the fantastic tales of Greek mythology and enchant new readers, this vibrant book will soon become a family keepsake. “

Sources:

https://www.theoi.com/Heros/Bellerophontes.html

https://www.greekmyths-greekmythology.com/myth-pegasus-bellerophontes/

https://www.uexpress.com/tell-me-a-story/2008/9/21/bellerophon-and-pegasus-a-greek-legend

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Proteus-Greek-mythology

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyidus

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chimera_(mythology)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chimera_(genetics)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Typhon

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Echidna_(mythology)

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This week we find out about Agent Dale Cooper’s strange method of investigation, learned in a dream about Tibet.

I’m starting to see why this show has such a reputation for weirdness, because it starts to get strange with this episode.

Story: 16:10

Obviously there will be spoilers for the show, and while Twin Peaks does have some disturbing content, the intention of Sleepy Time Tales is to help you sleep, so I'll avoid those bits as much as possible.

Amazon has some very interesting media for Twin Peaks, besides the show itself, including the apparently rather excellent book The Secret History of Twin Peaks by Mark Frost, the show's co-creator, so take a look.

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Sources:

http://mentalfloss.com/article/81411/16-damn-fine-facts-about-twin-peaks

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The further adventures of the starship Zambezi as it leaves the solar system for interplanetary space

What happens when a starship filled with sleeping humans and crewed by a few scientists and maintenance engineers goes through the wide emptiness of the outer solar system?

What really is out there?

Story: 16:47

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While with the last episode of this sci-fi sub-series I focused on the more grounded series The Expanse I’ve decided to share something more wild and silly. If you haven’t yet you should try out Killjoys. https://amzn.to/2VhrSEq an entertaining romp along with a group of bounty hunters with dark secrets who get involved with a potentially galaxy threatening threat.

Sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eris_(dwarf_planet)

http://convertalot.com/relativistic_star_ship_calculator.html

https://www.solarsystemscope.com/

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Back again to the mysterious logging town of Twin Peaks. Tonight we get to know some of the citizens a bit better and see some more of the surprising connections that tie people together, and tie them to the young victim, Laura Palmer.

Obviously there will be spoilers for the show, and while Twin Peaks does have some disturbing content, the intention of Sleepy Time Tales is to help you sleep, so I'll avoid those bits as much as possible.

Amazon has some very interesting media for Twin Peaks, besides the show itself, including the apparently rather excellent book The Secret History of Twin Peaks by Mark Frost, the show's co-creator, so take a look.

https://amzn.to/2WsYZCm

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Tonight’s episode returns to the well of mythology. This time, a Norse tale about the Trials of Thor, a set of challenges presented to the mighty god by Utgarda-Loki, a king among the Giants of Jotunheim.

Story: 16:40

One of the websites I used for my research belongs to author Daniel McCoy, this is his book om Amazon. Judging by his website it should be very well researched and written, so give him some support if you’re inclined.

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While there are many classic tales of Norse Mythology, Neil Gaiman recently released his interpretation of the stories.

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Sources:

https://norse-mythology.org/tale-utgarda-loki/

http://aclassicaday.blogspot.com/2011/02/trials-of-thor.html

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 We return to the the mysterious logging town of Twin Peaks as we spend some time finding out what really happened to Laura Palmer.

This is the second in a series of Twin Peaks recap episodes, the intention is to release mid week for a while in addition to the regular Sunday release.

Obviously there will be spoilers for the show, and while Twin Peaks does have some disturbing content, the intention of Sleepy Time Tales is to help you sleep, so I'll avoid those bits as much as possible.

Amazon has some very interesting media for Twin Peaks, besides the show itself, including the apparently rather excellent book The Secret History of Twin Peaks by Mark Frost, the show's co-creator, so take a look.

https://amzn.to/2WsYZCm

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We join our brave young hero from Episode 001, Buddy, as his adventures get truly fantastical. Join me as I recount his adventure with a group of gnomes where SPOILER nothing really happens.

Story: 15:39

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Of how about some classic garden kitsch? Get yourself a gnome or two. https://amzn.to/2HQScyQ

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Sources:

http://mythology.wikia.com/wiki/Gnome

https://www.britannica.com/art/gnome

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gnome

Join me in the mysterious logging town of Twin Peaks as we spend some time finding out what really happened to Laura Palmer.

This is the first in a series of Twin Peaks recap episodes, the intention is to release mid week for a while in addition to the regular Sunday release.

Obviously there will be spoilers for the show, and while Twin Peaks does have some disturbing content, the intention of Sleepy Time Tales is to help you sleep, so I'll avoid those bits as much as possible.

Story: 16:30

I also announce the launch and details of the show's Patreon. It may be a bit early for that in the show's run, but it's a move encouraged by Patreon's upcoming rule changes. So it's there if you feel inclined, or just keep aware of it until the day comes that you see the value. :) No pressure.

Amazon has some very interesting media for Twin Peaks, besides the show itself, including the apparently rather excellent book The Secret History of Twin Peaks by Mark Frost, the show's co-creator, so take a look.

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It was the year 2360 when the human race left for the stars for the first time. A fleet of constant acceleration ships, built out of asteroids heading towards Proxima Centauri.

This is the story of the beginning of that journey.

Story: 14:03

One of the more recent story series that is in a similar vein to this story and the basic concept is The Expanse. As series of books and a TV show that are both well worth your time. Check them out from the links below.

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The Expanse book Box Set: https://amzn.to/2UZ9MUB

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Sources:

https://space.stackexchange.com/questions/840/how-fast-will-1g-get-you-there

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_travel_using_constant_acceleration

One of the first myths I remember learning is the story of Persephone, who was taken to be the bride of Hades. Let me share my interpretation of the story with you as you prepare for a restful night’s sleep.

Story: 10:18

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In celebration of of the 75th anniversary of this classic bestseller, this stunningly illustrated, beautifully packaged, larger-format hardcover edition will be beloved by fans of Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology of all ages.
Since its original publication by Little, Brown and Company in 1942, Edith Hamilton's Mythology has sold millions of copies throughout the word and established itself as a perennial bestseller in its various available formats: hardcover, trade paperback, mass market paperback, and e-book. For 75 years readers have chosen this book above all others to discover the thrilling, enchanting, and fascinating world of Western mythology-from Odysseus's adventure-filled journey to the Norse god Odin's effort to postpone the final day of doom. This exciting new deluxe, large-format hardcover edition, published in celebration of the book's 75th anniversary, will be beautifully packages and fully-illustrated throughout with all-new, specially commissioned four-color art, making it a true collector's item.

Sources:

https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/persephone/

https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/gods/zeus/

https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/demeter/

https://mythology.net/greek/greek-concepts/the-underworld/