Stories from the Village of Nothing Much

Stories from the Village of Nothing Much

In the Village of Nothing Much, everyday life is full of glimmers of ordinary magic. From the Inn on the Lake to the Farmer’s Market, from the bookshop in downtown to the cabin in the woods, enjoy soothing stories that lean into small pleasures and celebrate community. Based on the enormously popular podcast Nothing Much Happens, these family-friendly stories are an antidote to anxiety and a dose of simple goodness. Listen on your commute, on a walk, or whenever you want to visit a place where people are kind and simple things are enjoyed.

Episodes

September 15, 2025 36 mins
Originally presented as Episode 38, September 9, 2024 Our stories today highlight some lovely spectator experiences in the Village of Nothing Much. We’ll settle into the joy of stepping back and observing. First, we’ll stroll down to the park and toss a blanket over the grass, where we can listen to the crack of the bat as the inning passes in At the Diamond. Then we’ll button up a flannel shirt, stop for a cup of hot cider, and...
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On this Village walking tour, we’ll wander tree-lined streets, admire charming houses, peek into little free libraries, and meet neighbors with their pups. Along the way, we’ll chase the ice cream truck, stop at blooming gardens, and greet familiar friends like Ladybug, Crumb, Birdie, and Marmalade — ending the evening under a sky of crickets, fireflies, and stars. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 NM...
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August 25, 2025 38 mins
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August 18, 2025 36 mins
Originally aired August 19, 2024 Our stories today are part of a larger arc that started with the most popular residents of the Village, Marmalade the Cat, and her little brother, Crumb the Dog. I’d set out to just tell the next part of their story, but found a spark that would eventually lead to love. First comes Raining Cats and Dogs, where we can listen to the thunder, shuffle around the house in the dim, stormy light, and con...
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August 11, 2025 41 mins
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August 4, 2025 31 mins
This week, we explore the people, places, and history of the Village Green. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 NMH merch, autographed books, and more! Listen to our Bedtime Story Show, Nothing Much Happens First This, Kathryn’s guided mediation podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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July 28, 2025 38 mins
Join us for three summertime adventures in the Village. Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 NMH merch, autographed books and more! Listen to our Bedtime Story Show, Nothing Much Happens First This, Kathryn’s guided mediation podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Originally presented as Episode 29, July 8, 2024 Our stories today lean into the romance and sentimental feelings of the summer. We’ll start with In the Kitchen, During a Storm, as the wind picks up and the Pomodoro sauce simmers on the stove. This story, by the way, mentions alcohol, in case that doesn’t work for you and you need to skip it. Then we’ll put the river on our left and roll down the windows as we visit The Turnaroun...
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Original Episodes: "Heirloom" Season 12, Episode 6 "The Village Races" Season 14, Episode 13 "Fireflies On a Summer Night" Season 3, Episode 11 Radiolab Firefly episode Subscribe to our Premium channel. The first month is on us. 💙 NMH merch, autographed books, and more! Listen to our Bedtime Story Show, Nothing Much Happens First This, Kathryn’s guided mediation podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
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July 7, 2025 31 mins
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June 22, 2025 35 mins
Our stories today take us through some ways folks in the Village are spending their days and evenings in the early summer. We’ll start by laying the table under the string lights in the garden and pulling up chairs with friends in The Dinner Bell. Then we’ll see where the night takes us, from the park to the lot on the edge of town, with bubbles and blankets in at The Drive-In. Finally, we’ll slow down, take some deep breaths, and ...
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June 16, 2025 31 mins
Originally presented as Episode 26, June 10, 2024 Our stories today celebrate some of the joys of being outside in the changing weather of the summer. First in Wind and Wildflowers, we’ll hike the trail behind the house, listen for woodpeckers, and watch the grasses sway in the wind. Then in Rain and Shine, we’ll finish up some work in the garden, take a long hot shower, and eat dinner on the porch, as the storm rolls in. Finall...
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June 9, 2025 38 mins
Our stories today take us through some ways folks in the Village are spending their days and evening in the early summer. We’ll start by laying the table under the string lights in the garden and pulling up chairs with friends in The Dinner Bell. Then we’ll see where the night takes us, from the blanket in the part to the lot on the edge of town, with bubbles and blankets in At The Drive-In. Finally we’ll slow down, take some deep ...
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June 2, 2025 30 mins
Let’s continue our visit of the Inn together!  A month's worth of honey only costs $20, and if you go to sleepingbearfoodcompany.com and use the code "STORIES" at checkout you'll receive $2 off that already great price. ⁠Order your own NMH weighted pillow now! ⁠ ⁠Merch⁠ Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Sit meditation with Kathryn⁠ Save over $100 on Kathryn’s hand-selected wind-down favorites with the ⁠Nothing Much Happens ...
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May 26, 2025 35 mins
Our stories today carry us into downtown Nothing Much. We’ll start at The Hardware Store, where we’ll gather a few needful things and listen in on the local gossip. Then we’ll head to The Bicycle Shop to watch a dream become a living and strap on a helmet before the big ride. Finally we’ll stroll down to the farmer’s market for Flower Day to browse the sidewalk sales and pick out blooms for the front steps. AquaTru water puri...
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May 19, 2025 31 mins
Our stories today are about the joy of imagination and the creative ways people can add magic into life. We’ll start with a cup of coffee and some time at the window in Daydreamer. Then we’ll stroll through downtown as warm weather brings villagers out to play in A Dance in the Park. Finally, we’ll step into the school gymnasium to pick out some new reads for the summer in Book Fair. Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long ep...
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May 12, 2025 34 mins
Our stories today start with Road Trip, we’ll pack the car, roll down the windows, and head out on an adventure that includes small town stops, naps in the passenger seat, and most importantly, sandwiches. Then we’ll arrive at the cottage and spend a week swimming in the lake, riding bikes, and napping in lounge chairs in The Canoe. Finally, we’ll spend a few minutes in a favorite place reflecting on some small but important bit of...
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May 5, 2025 28 mins
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April 28, 2025 40 mins
Our stories today take us into some rich sensory experiences in the first bloom of spring. We’ll start with The First Mow of the Year, pushing open the garage door and finding a pair of garden gloves to get a day in the yard started. Then we’ll hear Piano Lessons, where we’ll dust down the upright and find a new piece to play. Finally, we’re off to the cottage to watch ships on the river, pedal our bikes along the dusty back roads,...
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April 21, 2025 28 mins
Originally presented April 15, 2024 as Episode 19 Our stories today highlight some of the loveliest simple pleasures of the spring. A walk, a road trip, a day in the garden. We’ll start with one of my all-time favorite stories and one that inspired me to write a whole book (coming soon!). It’s called Old Houses and if you’ve ever walked through a neighborhood and wondered about the stories of the houses you see, the people who hav...
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