Rest: Sleepy Bedtime Stories
Rest is a bedtime story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration. Whether you're trying to escape daily stresses, calm your thoughts, or find a peaceful companion for the night, join popular sleep narrator Jessika Gössl as she reads bedtime stories that will gently guide you into a deep, restful sleep. Each episode is crafted to ease you into relaxation, making bedtime a tranquil and comforting experience. If you're searching for the perfect bedtime story to quiet your mind, you've come to the right place.
Episodes
July 8, 2025 • 41 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:54) The Library Between Dreams
There is a floating library that only shows itself in the stillness between waking and dreaming.
A place where the shelves stretch on forever, and the books hum gently with the stories they hold. It’s called 'The Library Between Dreams', and tonight, you’re invited in.
Host: Jessika Gössl 🌙
Writer: Grace Ford✍️
If you enjoy the s...
(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:54) The Library Between Dreams
There is a floating library that only shows itself in the stillness between waking and dreaming.
A place where the shelves stretch on forever, and the books hum gently with the stories they hold. It’s called 'The Library Between Dreams', and tonight, you’re invited in.
Host: Jessika Gössl 🌙
Writer: Grace Ford✍️
If you enjoy the s...
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July 1, 2025 • 26 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:26) The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
(00:12:42) The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin by Beatrix Potter
Fall asleep to two Beatrix Potter stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin.
Read softly and slowly, these tales will calm your mind and help you find rest. Curl up, close your eyes, and let these familiar, nostalgic stories carry you...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:26) The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
(00:12:42) The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin by Beatrix Potter
Fall asleep to two Beatrix Potter stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin.
Read softly and slowly, these tales will calm your mind and help you find rest. Curl up, close your eyes, and let these familiar, nostalgic stories carry you...
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June 24, 2025 • 44 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:58) Guided Wind Down
(00:03:57) The Bremen Town Musicians by The Brothers Grimm
Join me as we follow four unlikely animal friends on their whimsical journey to Bremen, where they hope to start new lives as musicians.
Perfect for winding down, this gentle tale of friendship, hope and second chances is a soothing story to relax your mind and ease you into sleep.
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(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:58) Guided Wind Down
(00:03:57) The Bremen Town Musicians by The Brothers Grimm
Join me as we follow four unlikely animal friends on their whimsical journey to Bremen, where they hope to start new lives as musicians.
Perfect for winding down, this gentle tale of friendship, hope and second chances is a soothing story to relax your mind and ease you into sleep.
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June 17, 2025 • 25 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:50) The Model Millionaire by Oscar Wilde
Fall asleep to this classic story by Oscar Wilde. The Model Millionaire is a charming little tale about generosity, kindness and an unexpected twist of fortune.
With soft narration and a gentle pace, this bedtime story is perfect for quiet evenings and restful nights. Let the soothing tone guide you towards sleep, one w...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:50) The Model Millionaire by Oscar Wilde
Fall asleep to this classic story by Oscar Wilde. The Model Millionaire is a charming little tale about generosity, kindness and an unexpected twist of fortune.
With soft narration and a gentle pace, this bedtime story is perfect for quiet evenings and restful nights. Let the soothing tone guide you towards sleep, one w...
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June 10, 2025 • 33 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:59) The Sleepy Island
Drift off to the gentle rhythm of waves with The Sleepy Island; a calming bedtime story set in a quiet tropical hideaway. Let your mind wander to soft sands, swaying hammocks and ocean breezes as you unwind for the night.
This story features soft background sounds of ocean waves and gentle rain to help ease your mind and body into rest.
...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:59) The Sleepy Island
Drift off to the gentle rhythm of waves with The Sleepy Island; a calming bedtime story set in a quiet tropical hideaway. Let your mind wander to soft sands, swaying hammocks and ocean breezes as you unwind for the night.
This story features soft background sounds of ocean waves and gentle rain to help ease your mind and body into rest.
...
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June 3, 2025 • 43 mins
(00:00:00) A Sleep Story from the Ember Isles - Angelika and the Restless Dragon
(00:00:50) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:43) Sleep Story - Angelika and The Restless Dragon
From the Ember Isles collection comes Angelika and the Restless Dragon - a comforting bedtime story about friendship and the genlte power of a soothing voice.
Read in a peaceful tone with calming background music, this story is perfect for late night liste...
(00:00:50) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:43) Sleep Story - Angelika and The Restless Dragon
From the Ember Isles collection comes Angelika and the Restless Dragon - a comforting bedtime story about friendship and the genlte power of a soothing voice.
Read in a peaceful tone with calming background music, this story is perfect for late night liste...
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May 27, 2025 • 121 mins
(00:00:00) 2 Hours of Continuous Brother's Grimm Fairytales to Fall Asleep to
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:03) The Star-Money
(00:07:24) The Shepherd Boy
(00:11:31) The Twelve Huntsmen
(00:23:39) The Queen Bee
(00:32:21) The Fisherman and His Wife
(01:00:01) The Twelve Dancing Princesses
(01:20:08) The Frog Prince
(01:37:12) The Three Feathers
(01:48:51) Jorinda and Jorindel
Welcome to a special collection of calm...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:03) The Star-Money
(00:07:24) The Shepherd Boy
(00:11:31) The Twelve Huntsmen
(00:23:39) The Queen Bee
(00:32:21) The Fisherman and His Wife
(01:00:01) The Twelve Dancing Princesses
(01:20:08) The Frog Prince
(01:37:12) The Three Feathers
(01:48:51) Jorinda and Jorindel
Welcome to a special collection of calm...
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May 20, 2025 • 47 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Let's Wind Down
(00:02:27) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:47) Sleep Story - Ivy's Busy Morning
Drift off to sleep with Ivy’s Busy Morning, a soothing tale about a little cat and her morning adventures at home. With peaceful pacing and a calming tone, this story is a comforting bedtime story - perfect for unwinding after a long day, easing restlessness, or simply settling into sleep.
Rest is...
(00:00:49) Let's Wind Down
(00:02:27) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:47) Sleep Story - Ivy's Busy Morning
Drift off to sleep with Ivy’s Busy Morning, a soothing tale about a little cat and her morning adventures at home. With peaceful pacing and a calming tone, this story is a comforting bedtime story - perfect for unwinding after a long day, easing restlessness, or simply settling into sleep.
Rest is...
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May 13, 2025 • 41 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:48) Short Breathing Exercise
(00:01:59) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:37) Sleep Story - Jorinda & Jorindel
Drift into deep sleep with Jorinda and Jorindel, a gentle bedtime story where love and courage can break even the most powerful spells. Let this soft reading of an old Brothers Grimm fairytale help you relax and unwind.
With calming narration and peaceful storytelling, this sleep story is...
(00:00:48) Short Breathing Exercise
(00:01:59) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:37) Sleep Story - Jorinda & Jorindel
Drift into deep sleep with Jorinda and Jorindel, a gentle bedtime story where love and courage can break even the most powerful spells. Let this soft reading of an old Brothers Grimm fairytale help you relax and unwind.
With calming narration and peaceful storytelling, this sleep story is...
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May 6, 2025 • 38 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:22) Sleep Story - The Three Feathers
Tonight’s sleep story is an old tale of quiet bravery, curious quests and an underestimated prince.
Read slowly, softly and repeated three times, this soothing bedtime story is narrated to bring you comfort, calm and, of course... sleep 😴
NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).
If you enjoy the show, ...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:22) Sleep Story - The Three Feathers
Tonight’s sleep story is an old tale of quiet bravery, curious quests and an underestimated prince.
Read slowly, softly and repeated three times, this soothing bedtime story is narrated to bring you comfort, calm and, of course... sleep 😴
NEW episodes are released weekly! Every Tuesday at 6PM (GMT).
If you enjoy the show, ...
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April 29, 2025 • 53 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:48) Sleep Story - Heidi, Chapter 3, 'Out with the Goats'
Join Heidi as she begins her days high in the Swiss Alps, surrounded by goats, flowers and mountain breezes.
In Chapter 3, "Out with the Goats," this classic story gently contrinues with moments of wonder, peace, and simple joy.
Perfect for helping you slow down and drift softly into rest. A calming slee...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story
(00:01:48) Sleep Story - Heidi, Chapter 3, 'Out with the Goats'
Join Heidi as she begins her days high in the Swiss Alps, surrounded by goats, flowers and mountain breezes.
In Chapter 3, "Out with the Goats," this classic story gently contrinues with moments of wonder, peace, and simple joy.
Perfect for helping you slow down and drift softly into rest. A calming slee...
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April 22, 2025 • 49 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:50) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:42) Sleep Story - Mollira and the Starlight Ball
Fall asleep to Mollira and the Starlight Ball - a dreamy bedtime story from the Ember Isles world. This soft, sleep-inducing tale tells of a curious mermaid, a royal starlight ball, and a little wish granting pixie.
Told in a peaceful voice with calming background music, this story is perfect for late night list...
(00:00:50) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:42) Sleep Story - Mollira and the Starlight Ball
Fall asleep to Mollira and the Starlight Ball - a dreamy bedtime story from the Ember Isles world. This soft, sleep-inducing tale tells of a curious mermaid, a royal starlight ball, and a little wish granting pixie.
Told in a peaceful voice with calming background music, this story is perfect for late night list...
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April 15, 2025 • 33 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:00) Relaxing Guided Body Scan
(00:04:41) Sleep Story - The Patchwork Pillow
Drift to sleep peacefully with this magical bedtime story for adults. Let the calming narration and gentle storytelling guide you into a state of deep rest and wonder. Tonight, discover the story of a patchwork pillow, an accidental creation that may just hold a bit of magic… 🌙✨
If yo...
(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:00) Relaxing Guided Body Scan
(00:04:41) Sleep Story - The Patchwork Pillow
Drift to sleep peacefully with this magical bedtime story for adults. Let the calming narration and gentle storytelling guide you into a state of deep rest and wonder. Tonight, discover the story of a patchwork pillow, an accidental creation that may just hold a bit of magic… 🌙✨
If yo...
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April 8, 2025 • 35 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Wind down
(00:03:49) Sleep Story - Bella's Adventure
Drift into deep sleep with Bella’s Adventure, a comforting bedtime story for calm and sleep. Let this gentle reading of a curious cat’s quiet journey beyond the window, help you fall asleep. With soft-spoken narration and cosy storytelling, this sleep story is perfect for easing anxiety, unwinding, and embracing rest.
Host: Jessika Gössl 🌙
W...
(00:00:49) Wind down
(00:03:49) Sleep Story - Bella's Adventure
Drift into deep sleep with Bella’s Adventure, a comforting bedtime story for calm and sleep. Let this gentle reading of a curious cat’s quiet journey beyond the window, help you fall asleep. With soft-spoken narration and cosy storytelling, this sleep story is perfect for easing anxiety, unwinding, and embracing rest.
Host: Jessika Gössl 🌙
W...
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April 3, 2025 • 3 mins
Struggling to unwind before bed? This 3-minute guided breathing practise will help you relax, release stress, and prepare you for a deep sleep. Feel your body soften as you inhale calm and exhale tension. 😴
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to escape daily stresses, calm your thoughts, or find a peaceful companion for t...
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to escape daily stresses, calm your thoughts, or find a peaceful companion for t...
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April 1, 2025 • 62 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Guided wind down & Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:32) Sleep Story - Little Women (Excerpt)
Step into the gentle world of Little Women with this soothing bedtime story; an excerpt from Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel. In this heartfelt moment, Jo finds comfort and wisdom in a living conversation with her Marmee. To help you fully relax, I’ll be reading this excerpt three times, allowing y...
(00:00:49) Guided wind down & Introducing tonight's story
(00:03:32) Sleep Story - Little Women (Excerpt)
Step into the gentle world of Little Women with this soothing bedtime story; an excerpt from Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel. In this heartfelt moment, Jo finds comfort and wisdom in a living conversation with her Marmee. To help you fully relax, I’ll be reading this excerpt three times, allowing y...
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March 25, 2025 • 27 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:32) Sleep Story - A Long Drive Through Norway in a Campervan
Escape into the open road with this soothing sleep story that takes you on an unhurried journey through breathtaking fjords, towering mountains, and quiet winding roads - where the destination doesn’t matter, only the beauty of the present moment.🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, desig...
(00:00:48) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:32) Sleep Story - A Long Drive Through Norway in a Campervan
Escape into the open road with this soothing sleep story that takes you on an unhurried journey through breathtaking fjords, towering mountains, and quiet winding roads - where the destination doesn’t matter, only the beauty of the present moment.🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, desig...
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March 18, 2025 • 56 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:46) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:03) Sleep Story - Afternoon Tea with Beatrix Potter
Tonight, you’re invited to share a peaceful afternoon tea with Beatrix Potter at her picturesque farm in the Lake District. Let this restful journey blur the line between history and imagination, and guide you into a deep and soothing sleep.🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you...
(00:00:46) Introducing tonight's story
(00:02:03) Sleep Story - Afternoon Tea with Beatrix Potter
Tonight, you’re invited to share a peaceful afternoon tea with Beatrix Potter at her picturesque farm in the Lake District. Let this restful journey blur the line between history and imagination, and guide you into a deep and soothing sleep.🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you...
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March 17, 2025 • 23 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story: The Lace Maker's Hands
(00:02:19) A sleepy story: The Lace Maker's Hands
Tonight, Aunty Lizzie, once a master lace-maker, is drawn out of retirement to craft a wedding veil for her beloved great-niece, Rose. 🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to escap...
(00:00:49) Introducing tonight's story: The Lace Maker's Hands
(00:02:19) A sleepy story: The Lace Maker's Hands
Tonight, Aunty Lizzie, once a master lace-maker, is drawn out of retirement to craft a wedding veil for her beloved great-niece, Rose. 🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to escap...
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March 17, 2025 • 31 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to Rest
(00:00:50) Introducing tonight's Sleep Story - A Peaceful Walk Through the Savanna
(00:02:27) Sleep Story: A Peaceful Walk Through the Savanna
Tonight, we’re taking a peaceful walk through Australia’s vast savanna with Yara and her Great Grandmother. 🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to es...
(00:00:50) Introducing tonight's Sleep Story - A Peaceful Walk Through the Savanna
(00:02:27) Sleep Story: A Peaceful Walk Through the Savanna
Tonight, we’re taking a peaceful walk through Australia’s vast savanna with Yara and her Great Grandmother. 🌙
Rest is a Bedtime Story podcast for adults, designed to help you drift off to sleep with calming narration and gentle music. Whether you're trying to es...
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