Welcome to the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! In tonight's comforting story, we meet Lyric, a young snow leopard high in the snowy mountains. When her dad lands his lifelong dream job across the mountain range, Lyric faces a big move after 14 seasons at the same school. Loving her dad and wanting to support him, Lyric struggles with deep fears of starting over, leaving her best friend Iris the pika behind, and being the new kid. Through honest conversations, Lyric learns that it is okay to feel both proud and scared at the same time.

Tonight’s Lesson: Designed for children navigating family moves, changing schools, or big life transitions. This story offers a gentle space to process mixed emotions, reassuring children that true friendship endures and that anxiety about starting over is completely valid.

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Welcome to the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! In tonight's comforting story, we meet Ollie, a young sea otter living alone with his mother in a harbor cottage. When his mother falls ill with breast cancer, Ollie is consumed by scary thoughts about the future and fears going to sleep. With the help of Captain Thomas, a wise sea turtle, Ollie learns that his mother's love is a permanent lighthouse, and that he doesn't have to carry the weight of the storm alone.

Tonight’s Lesson: Designed for children navigating parental illness, medical anxiety, or fears of loss. This story offers a gentle harbor of safety, reminding children that they are fiercely protected, surrounded by care, and allowed to rest even during hard times.

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 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

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We have officially wrapped Season 2 of the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! We are taking a short two-week creative break to get everything ready for an incredible Season 3.

Why you need to catch up on Season 1 & 2 NOW:During this two-week pause, make sure to go back and listen to any episodes you missed from Seasons 1 and 2! In Season 3, something magical is happening: our characters from both seasons will be meeting and interacting for the very first time! You won't want to miss a single crossover moment.

Psychological Healing & Mindful Bedtime Stories:Our stories aren't just entertainment—they are crafted with deep psychological healing themes. While your children enjoy magical adventures, they are absorbing vital lessons on character building, self-love, emotional resilience, and inner healing.

📚 WANDERLUST ACADEMY — NEW 1-ON-1 SUBJECTS!We are expanding our personalized, 1-on-1 instruction for students and adults! Whether your child needs help in school or wants to explore a passion, we now offer classes in:

• World History & Psychology

• Spanish & General Science / Chemistry

• Motivational Speaking & Public Speaking

• Tarot & Esoteric Studies

Welcome to the series finale of The Changing Ice on the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! Tonight, Pip and her little brother Puck spend their first major holiday at their father's new igloo after their parents' separation. Missing her mother and feeling the pressure to make the holiday perfect, Pip tries hard to carry the mood, until a hilarious burnt fish dinner breaks the tension. In a touching heart-to-heart, Pip’s father takes full accountability for the adult choices, relieves Pip of her self-imposed pressure, and commits to family therapy. Pip realizes she doesn't have to fix the iceberg, she just gets to be a kid.

Tonight’s Lesson: Designed for children navigating divorce, post-separation holidays, or family restructuring. This comforting conclusion highlights the power of adult accountability, family therapy, and letting go of grown-up worries so children can focus on growing up and choosing joy.

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The journey doesn't end when the story stops! At Wanderlust Academy, we provide exclusive, interest-led, 1-on-1 instruction to help children discover their voices, build global awareness, and grow their confidence.

👉 Book a personalized, 1-on-1 trial lesson with Teacher Apriel or explore our bespoke curriculum: https://www.aprielpowellconsulting.com 

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 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

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Welcome back to the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! In Part 2 of The Changing Ice, Pip the penguin is thrilled to land the starring role in her school's Big Show. But when her father arrives at her special performance accompanied by his new partner, Pip's moment in the spotlight feels complex and overwhelming. Balancing her commitment to being polite and respectful with the deep hurt inside her, Pip learns through her theater teacher, Madame Stella, that respect doesn't mean hiding your pain. Her feelings are completely valid, even on the days she shines.

Tonight’s Lesson: Designed for children navigating blended family dynamics, co-parenting changes, or complex social situations. This story teaches little dreamers that it is okay to feel mixed emotions during big moments, and that valid hurt can exist alongside respect and grace.

🌟 WANDERLUST ACADEMY

The journey doesn't end when the story stops! At Wanderlust Academy, we provide exclusive, interest-led, 1-on-1 instruction to help children discover their voices, build global awareness, and grow their confidence.

👉 Book a personalized, 1-on-1 trial lesson with Teacher Apriel or explore our bespoke curriculum: https://www.aprielpowellconsulting.com 

📚 Order my physical bedtime books: In My Dreams: A March with John Lewis

 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

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Welcome to the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! In tonight's tender story, we meet Pip, a little girl penguin whose family iceberg is changing shape. After her father leaves to start a new life across the water, her mother is frozen in deep sadness, leaving Pip feeling like she must carry the weight of her whole family. She tries to fix everything, take care of her little brother Puck, and be the strong one—until a wise blue whale named Barnaby gently reminds her that adult choices and sadness are not her job to carry. Pip learns that even when the ice changes, she is allowed to just be a child.

Tonight’s Lesson: Designed for children navigating family separation, divorce, or big household changes, this story offers a comforting reminder that adult storms are for adults to handle. It grants little dreamers permission to let go of heavy caretaker roles and simply be a kid who is safe and loved.

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The journey doesn't end when the story stops! At Wanderlust Academy, we provide exclusive, interest-led, 1-on-1 instruction to help children discover their voices, build global awareness, and grow their confidence.

👉 Book a personalized, 1-on-1 trial lesson with Teacher Apriel or explore our bespoke curriculum: https://www.aprielpowellconsulting.com 

📚 Order my physical bedtime books: In My Dreams: A March with John Lewis

 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

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Welcome back to Season 2 of the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! Following his return to safety, Stanley the hedgehog travels across the ocean with his Mama to a warm, tropical paradise. Though he is safe, Stanley is still shy and hesitant to step out into the world—until he meets Lulu. Lulu is a bouncy, brave little hedgehog with a lion-like mane and a heart full of courage. Through her joyful energy, Stanley discovers the power of peer connection and finds his own brave lion-heart again.

Tonight’s Lesson: This heart-centered story highlights the healing power of true friendship. It encourages children who have been through scary seasons to step out of their shells, embrace joy, and remember how much fun it is to play and laugh again.

🌟 WANDERLUST ACADEMY

The journey doesn't end when the story stops! At Wanderlust Academy, we provide exclusive, interest-led, 1-on-1 instruction to help children discover their voices, build global awareness, and grow their confidence.

👉 Book a personalized, 1-on-1 trial lesson with Teacher Apriel or explore our bespoke curriculum: https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/

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 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

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Welcome to the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! In tonight's soothing story, we meet Stanley, a tiny hedgehog who has returned to his Mama's safe garden after five long, lonely moons in a cold, scary canyon. To survive, Stanley learned to curl into a tight ball and point his sharp quills at the world. Now that he is home, his body still remembers the scary place, making it hard to relax. With the patient, fierce love of his Mama, Stanley gently learns that he doesn't have to carry adult storms on his small shoulders—and that he is finally safe to uncurl.

Tonight’s Lesson: Designed for children navigating big life changes, trauma, or anxiety, this story offers a comforting sanctuary. It reminds little dreamers that they don't have to carry heavy adult worries and that it is safe to let their guard down.

🌟 WANDERLUST ACADEMY

The journey doesn't end when the story stops! At Wanderlust Academy, we provide exclusive, interest-led, 1-on-1 instruction to help children discover their voices, build global awareness, and grow their confidence.

👉 Book a personalized, 1-on-1 trial lesson with Teacher Apriel or explore our bespoke curriculum: https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/

📚 Order my physical bedtime books: In My Dreams: A March with John Lewis

 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

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🚀 New episodes drop every Wednesday at 9:00 AM! Subscribe, follow us on Instagram @wanderlustacademyint, and let's dream together.

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Welcome back to the Wanderlust Dreams Podcast! In tonight's comforting bedtime story, we meet Sara, a hopeful little squirrel who just wants a place to belong. But no matter how hard she tries, she doesn't fit in with the fast-moving squirrels, the marching skunks, or the scurrying chipmunks. Feeling heavy and left out, Sara decides to stop trying to force herself into someone else's mold and starts playing a simple game of her own. Before long, a snake, a hippo, and an eagle join her—creating a beautiful, unexpected rhythm that changes the whole forest.

Tonight’s Lesson: This gentle tale helps children navigate the pressure to fit in at school or on the playground. It teaches little dreamers that they never need to change who they are to make friends, and that being true to yourself is the only way to find the people who truly appreciate your unique song.

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The journey doesn't end when the story stops! At Wanderlust Academy, we provide exclusive, interest-led, 1-on-1 instruction to help children discover their voices, build global awareness, and grow their confidence.

👉 Book a personalized, 1-on-1 trial lesson with Teacher Apriel or explore our bespoke curriculum: https://wanderlustacademystars.my.canva.site/

📚 Order my physical bedtime books: In My Dreams: A March with John Lewis

 In My Dreams: A Journey to the Motherland

☕ Support us on Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderlustdreams⁠

🚀 New episodes drop every Wednesday at 9:00 AM! Subscribe, follow us on Instagram @wanderlustacademyint, and let's dream together.

Hello, lovely parents and little dreamers!

The Wanderlust Dreams Podcast is taking a short two-week creative break to rest, recharge, and weave together some beautiful, brand-new magical adventures for our next episodes. We will be back with our regular Wednesday morning releases in just two weeks!

While our stories take a little rest, you can still keep the magic alive in your home and support our community:

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Thank you all for being such a wonderful part of our global family. Take deep breaths, tuck your little ones in tight, and we will see you in two weeks! Sweet dreams! 🌟