The Winter Hearth

Saha

"Best stories ever"

Discovered on TikTok

"I am obsessed after scrolling on TikTok and stumbling upon this heavenly voice! Omg, you were blessed with the voice of the gods ☺️ I wanna mention I completely understand about the darker tales that…"

WOW

"I have a dozen sleep story podcasts that I like but this is by far the best. Erik's creativity, storytelling prowess, positivity and vocal skills blow my mind. Bonus points for inclusivity. Thank you…"

10/10 hour highly recommend

"Searching high and low for many moons to find a peaceful story time podcast to sleep to. Was lucky to actually find out out LTS on TikTok. Love the morning chats on TikTok and the nightly story’s t…"

Beyond Fantastic

"Eric is a great storyteller, and picks a great variety of stories and poems. I have insomnia, and this has been such a great find for me. So much in fact that I don’t just listen at bedtime, but when…"

Best Sleep Stories Ever!

"I have listened to just about every sleep story on several platforms and Listen To Sleep is the ONLY one that helps me fall asleep fast and stay asleep. I keep it in my headphones all night! I even p…"

AMAZING

"This pod is rly good I can’t sleep without a podcast or something and I’m so glad that this is the one I found! ❤️"

Thank you

"Thank you for producing the content you do. I am going through a very difficult time right now and I found your podcast a few weeks ago. The meditations you have provided are really helping me explor…"

I LOVE YOU

"They are literally the best! To start, great story’s! Second, THEY ARE A TAYLOR SWIFT FAN!!! Listen to this TONIGHT!"

I love listen to sleep

"I listen to these stories every single night!! I love the messages behind each and every story, as well as the fun and enchanting world they reside in. I owe my restful nights to you, Erik. (Shoutout…"

Thank you, Erik.

"Fellow anxious insomniac. I try to manage with different podcasts, audio books, sound machines… then here tumbles Erik across my insta. I absolutely love your stories. I can imagine myself in them. Y…"

I love your podcast Your voice is so soothing and kind

"I have insomnia and most nights I am up till 4:00am along health issues When you speak I can actually see the places that you are describing I enjoy reading it takes you to a whole new world Thank…"

I love and am very grateful to Erik and this podcast

"I started listing to this podcast almost a year ago. I’ve always had a hard time falling asleep. This variety of stories and meditations have not only helped me fall asleep, but also serves are a per…"

Erik is my FAVORITE

"I’ve had trouble sleeping my whole life. I have tried pretty much every sleep podcast available but Listen To Sleep is by far my favorite and now the only thing I listen to at night. Erik’s voice is …"

My guaranteed sleep:)

"I found Listen To Sleep through the Stitcher App . I had been using white noise and that just became monotonous. Erik’s voice and the sweet stories calm my mind and I am out as if I’d taken an ambien…"

Erik's consistently flawless delivery keeps me coming back night after night.

"I am newly addicted to Erik's (my now favourite) podcast, having only discovered "Listen to Sleep" a month or so ago. I was immediately drawn in by his beautifully soothing voice. The calm, smooth pa…"

Like the voice of your favorite teacher reading to you

"The content is a refreshing antidote to the news of the world. He brings you a little bit of his life and nature and then lulls you to sleep."

The voice thats my help!

"Your voice helps me shut my brain off and transcend to the other side at night You are amazing !"

Amazing way to quiet a busy mind

"Love listening to the variety of stories. Eriks voice is soft and comforting and helps to quiet a busy mind. Thank you"

YOU Must Try!

"I have a Calm subscription, because I can't fall asleep without a story. I have also tried basically every sleep podcast there is out there. This is by far my favorite and it is free! Erik has the mo…"

Soothing and Wonderful

"I just found this podcast a few nights ago and I’m in love. I have PTSD and that comes with long, restless nights that are usually filled with night terrors. But, the past two nights I’ve found this …"

The best sleep podcast I've found

"I've had a bad sleep schedule for years and early morning shifts, which means I was barely sleeping. I can never seem to turn off my brain. I discovered sleep podcasts a few months back, and Listen t…"

Absolutely Amazing.

"My therapist told me to listen to sleep podcasts as i fall asleep to help with my insomnia. And i had listened to a few but none of them were quite like this one!! Eriks voice is so calming and i lov…"

PTSD insomniac this saved me

"I have severe PTSD one of my triggers is peoples voices because I was abused and traumatized by many people. So when I hear certain voices I go into a panic attack. I have certain parts of my mind th…"

The most soothing voice on the internet

"Came across Erik’s podcast a few months ago when I was struggling to sleep due to stress, since then I haven’t been able to sleep with out him! His voice the most perfect balance between smooth and…"

Love this sleep podcast

"I have a subscription to Calm but recently found this one and really love the selection of stories as well as Eriks voice. Very Relaxing. I am back to falling asleep within the first 5 min!"

Listen to sleep

"Clear, soothing....best sleep podcast I have found"

Worked like a charm, was fast asleep in 10 minutes

"My go to for when I have insomnia. I keep thinking I'll get to the end of the story but I'm always asleep by then. That said? Looking forward to more episodes I will hopefully finish in chunks separa…"

Helped my sleeping issues

"I had been looking for a bedtime stories podcast, or anything really, for ages. Then I found Erik his podcast and it was the most soothing thing. Not only are the stories just entertaining enough, hi…"

perfectly distracting and comforting, works every night

"I rely on sleep podcasts to help me fall asleep every night, and this is definitely my favorite one. As a combination of ADD and an anxiety disorder make it their job to try to keep me awake most ni…"

My Dream Podcast

"My favorite way to fall asleep is to have someone read me a bedtime story. Usually I enlist my husband for this task but he often taps out before I’m totally asleep. I have tried a few other podcasts…"

The best ever.

"I love this podcast! When I need to wind down and put busy brain to rest, this is the best way to go. Soothing voice, a few deep breaths and a pleasant story send me off to a deep and peaceful slee…"

The Perfect Way to Fall Asleep

"I listen to this podcast when I wake up in the middle of the night and can't get back to sleep. Most of the time, I just start listening and at some point fall asleep with the stories just continuing…"

New but Hooked

"I just found this last week, but I'm already loving it so much! I've used it the last several nights and slept super well! Not only is it relaxing, but Eric is a very engaging reader. This has been a…"

My dream come true

"Erik has the perfect voice for telling stories to help you sleep. I've been listening to him for several months now and can't recommend his podcast highly enough. It's been a complete game changer fo…"

My new favorite bedtime podcast!

"erik has an incredible voice that is so soothing to listen to and his story telling is very relaxing. he genuinely cares about his listeners and it truly shows in his episodes. thank you, erik for al…"

Highly Recommend

"I have tried several different podcasts to help me fall asleep and this one takes the cake! Erik does such a good job at reading the stories and his soothing voice allows me to gently drift off to sl…"

Helps me sleep

"It helps me quiet my mind so I can fall asleep better after listening to the podcast"

Very soothing

"I am very picky when it comes to narrators but Erik's voice is perfect for sleep stories. Very calming yet still very interesting."

Best Sleepy Podcast Ever!!

"I discovered this podcast a few weeks ago. His voice instantly soothed me & helped me relax. I’m usually asleep about 15minutes into him reading."

Great Sleep Listening

"This podcast has gray content with a soothing voice to help you drift off to bed with out even realizing it. Highly recommend!"

Perfect

"I have bad OCD, I kinda spent all night worrying or focusing on something unimportant and couldn't sleep, I listened to sleep sounds and tried everything, nothing worked, so this podcast is awesome, …"

Erik is like family to me

"When I was little, my dad used to read me bedtime stories, or the famous stories about myself called "pretty little girl" lol. Erik's voice is so soothing and so sweet, just hearing him talk you know…"

Thank you!

"My husband and I listen to this podcast every night. It really helps calm us before bed. Thank you Eric!"

What I’ve Been Searching For!

"I’m in a very distressed chapter of my life and trying to sleep can be daunting. I have been searching for the voice and the content that really lets my mind let go and rest. When I found Listen To…"

Soothing voice

"Just the right story teller to help me relax and go to dream land."

Love the stories

"Eric's Soothing and calming voice makes it so easy to sink into relaxation and fall asleep. I love his stories but rarely hear the end of them before I'm fast asleep."

From Panic Attacks to Sweet Dreams

"My life was significantly improved when I found Listen to Sleep 2 months ago. I used to have terrible nightmares and would wake up for several hours in the night. However since listening to this app …"

Such a great podcast

"I have always struggled with sleeping, I need some sort of background noise or my mind will just race for hours. I stumbled upon this podcast and it has been the best thing ever! It relaxes me and pu…"

When In Search of Relaxation

"I stumbled upon this podcast when searching for something to use to help me sleep. I've listed to the music themed; the nature themed and even others that read you stories to help relax you and lull…"

Best stories

"Wonderful stories. I listen every night. Lovely voice.😊"

I listen most every night

"Erik has that kind of voice that puts you in neverland and the stories are mildly interesting. I rarely hear the ending!"

Thank you

"I love this podcast. Your voice is sooo calming to me. I really can't sleep without it anymore. Thank you"

So soothing..

"Thank you for helping me sleep. I enjoy listening to your soothing voice and it calms me down at night so that I can get some shut eye.. You are the only sleep podcast that I listen to. Also, I app…"

My favourite podcast

"Thank you for your podcasts- I love them. I don’t think I’ve stayed awake to hear a whole one yet. Your voice soothes and calms me and gives me peaceful dreams! It’s a slice of escapism for me in Man…"

My favorite sleep podcast

"I’ve always had trouble sleeping due to an active mind at night. I’ve tried a few apps and podcasts with no luck, until I found this one. Erik’s voice is so soothing that I fall asleep so quick every…"

Sleeping better

"I've been listening for a couple weeks now. Your Podcast was recommended on my Spotify. I wasn't sure if I wanted to hear old classics and fairy tales but it doesn't matter what you read because you…"

Excellent Podcast

"Recently started listening to this podcast. The stories are quite good and Erik is the perfect storyteller. I became a Patreon supporter and feel good about supporting the podcast. If you have troubl…"

Never slept better

"Thank you wizard Erik - thanks to you I’m sleeping like a baby now :)"

So happy to have found Listen To Sleep

"I have tried all the things I can to help me sleep and stay asleep! I was directed by a friend to try sleep stories, I tried a few other ones but finally landed on Listen to Sleep and I am hooked! Th…"

Guaranteed Sleep

"I’m usually a very good sleeper but a recent turn of events has left me feeling anxious and in these stressful COVID times I know how important it is to sleep well for my mental health. These storie…"

It really helps!

"I enjoy this podcast so much. I found out about sleep stories a few years back through the Calm app, but found it too expensive to keep up with. So at the start of the year when I needed help sleep…"

Thank you

"I love falling to sleep while listening. It sure helps this insomniac."

Thank you

"I almost have never heard a podcast all the way through because I fall asleep before they are over! So great and so visual and relaxing!"

Sleep much better

"Erik, listening ever single night and I am sleeping better and better also love your voice."

Best sleep ever!

"After just recently, within the past couple months, discovering Listen to Sleep, I’m loving each and every story as I shut my eyes and begin to turn off for the day. Your voice is amazing ... I tell …"

Amazing

"I love it! You have an excellent reading voice, and the experience is enhanced by updates on cabin life ❤ I'm a psychotherapist and I recommend this go my clients who have trouble sleeping."

Excellent sleep st

"I've tried a few podcast before listening to Erik's. This one is the best by far. Erik's voice is so relaxing and calming...I'm hooked. Thank you"

Calming, peaceful, and under-rated

"Erik deserves more recognition for his work. His podcast has been an integral part of my nighttime routine and has allowed me to gain peace of mind and calmness as I wind down. Of course, his voice m…"

The best way to shut down at night

"I've been listening for a few months now and these stories put me to sleep better than any others. I have been using sleep stories for over a year now, but I like Listen To Sleep the most because of …"

Thank you!

"Thank you so much for helping me fall asleep Erik! Your stories are perfect at holding my attention just enough to distract me from my normal racing thoughts so that my brain can switch off and fall …"

Best sleep ever!

"This is hands down my favorite bedtime podcast. Erik has such a nice voice and I bet the stories are absolutely great. But I tend to fall asleep after about 10 minutes and never get to hear the end. …"

The most soothing voice and the best stories

"I have listened to a LOT of Sleep Podcasts. And this is by far my favourite. The stories are fun, interesting, mystical, captivating, while his voice just LULLs you to sleep. Really it is the perfec…"

Wonderful!

"I cannot sleep without this podcast! Eric’s voice is so soothing and his reading of stories instantly transports you away from your thoughts, guiding you into a peaceful sleep."

Best app to drift off to sleep

"My husband and I have used ambient noise apps and sleep apps for ages. A few weeks ago we found this one and it is PERFECT! We've tried a few others but only get a few minutes in before we come back …"

Nothing to do, nowhere to be.

"I was having a hard time going to sleep because of the many thoughts floating around in my brain. If you're like me listening to stories will helps you focus on something else and fall asleep within …"

What I’ve Been Searching For!

"I’m in a very distressed chapter of my life and trying to sleep can be daunting. I have been searching for the voice and the content that really lets my mind let go and rest. When I found Listen To S…"

Sweet dreams

"What a soothing voice!! Thank you for the stories!"

Deeep ZZZZZ's

"Even when I think I'm not going to fall asleep, it always works. Erik's voice and demeanor are awesomely relaxing and help clear my mind of all the day's distractions."

Thank you for making this podcast!

"Ever since I found the podcast I’ve been listening to it every night, Eriks voice is so calming and I love the breathing exercises he does before the actual story. I recommend this to anyone who has …"

Wonderful podcast.

"So soothing. Thank you!"

Wonderful

"I will frequently have issues with day sleeping if I pick up night shifts. My brain wonders what's going on outside my 4 walls, what are my people up to. But I pop in my ear buds and focus on a good …"

Amazing

"Love the heart that goes into his work his voice is calm and soothing and goes by at a comfortable pace love the stories themselves as well. You should definitely give it a try!"

Amazing for Anxiety!

"I have PTSD and sleeping at night is a huge task for me. I often have panic attacks and difficulty calming down. While most people look forward to going to bed, I never do—it’s a source of tension in…"

What a great help

"I have trouble, often, falling back to sleep in the middle of the night. Finding this podcast has been a game changer. Erik’s voice and choice of material is perfect to drift off. Works every time!"

Literally a Life Saver

"This podcast is the best find! I don't stress about going to bed now, or dread it because I know once I put my earbuds in and put Listen to Sleep on to play.... it's all going to be fine! The one d…"

Helps me sleep every night in Australia!

"Erik's voice is so calming, and the story choice is abundant. This podcast has been helping me fall into a deep sleep for over a year now, thankyou so much Erik!"

Love your work, Erik

"I’ve “listened” to episode #2 four times and I still don’t know how Odin lost his eye. Thanks Erik for making this podcast. It really works. P.S. I also enjoy listening to your intros because you s…"

Wonderful podcast

"You do a wonderful job telling stories. You make me feel like I’m listening to a good friend. Thank you!"

Great way to sleep

"Erik makes falling asleep so much easier for me! I often toss and turn for 2+ hours. Since finding his podcast two weeks back, I’ve been able to wake up ~an hour earlier each day, allowing me to star…"

Truly helpful

"The stories are wonderful. Narration perfect for sleepy time."

Love this podcast

"This podcast is great! I have been listening to it for a couple of weeks now and it really helps me fall asleep. It really helps me not to over think my day or whatever is coming up. I just put it on…"

Thank you!

"I love your podcast. I was brought up being read to every evening. I live in a little town in British Columbia and right now we are under an evacuation Alert because of encroaching wildfires. I am a …"

How did we ever sleep before your podcast

"We literally wait anxiously for the next story, can't imagine our nightly routine without you Erik, thanks so much for everything you do"

I’ve been searching for years for this podcast

"I have ADHD and a lot of problems when it comes to shutting down my brain for sleep. This podcast provides the perfect soothing voice, gentle music, and easy listening stories to guarantee sleep ever…"

Simply The Best

"I can’t say enough about about how much I enjoy this Podcast. I’ve tried many sleep story accounts but this is the best by far. Erik’s voice and cadence are too perfect. I’m convinced he was born to …"

Thanks for your help getting back to sleep

"I love your podcast! The stories are so interesting and your voice is the prefect pitch for me to relax and fall asleep. Thanks so much."

Thank you!

"I love your podcast Erik. I have a lot of trouble falling asleep due to tinnitus in both ears and busy mind. Your voice and stories are the only thing that works. Thanks for being great."

Namaste

"Thank you for helping me fall asleep. Many a times I want to finish listening to the story but just can't (that's the whole point right 😉) you take care and stay peaceful."

The best part of my nightly routine

"Erik's voice is warm, calming, and dreamy (so to speak) and helps soothe away my anxiety and quiets down my mind. I listen almost every night. I joined the Patreon, but I actually listen to the versi…"

Just divine

"I can’t be without this podcast anymore. Beautiful stories and a wonderful comforting voice. Just perfect 👍 thanks Erik"

You are the Best

"Our little family of 3 listens to your Podcast every night and without fail i wake up early hours of the morning to put the stories off as they have been playing all night! We Love your voice and the…"

love it

"helped me through many difficult nights <3"

Wonderful

"I stumbled across this podcast when I was trying to find some stories to help me sleep, and I am so glad I did!! The stories are lovely and Erik's voice is so soothing and easy to listen to. I love t…"

The best part of my night

"I found this podcast on Spotify and I am hooked. So is my 13 year old son! We listen every night. Erik’s voice helps me shake off the stress and anxiety of my day and helps calm my ADHD teenager, the…"

So thankful for this podcast

"Lol I have become completely dependent on this podcast! I have always struggled getting to sleep. This has been such a blessing in my life. Tried other sleep stories that worked ok, but nothing works…"

Such A Blessing

"I’ve been using Listen to Sleep for about a week now and I’m just so in love with this sweet man who reads all kinds of awesome stories to me every night. I love the voice and the speed he reads and …"

Only thing that helps!

"I’ve tried multiple sleep podcasts and listen to sleep is the only one that’s ever literally helped me fall asleep! His voice is so soothing and rich, literally could listen to him tell stories all d…"

Sleep

"I’m 14 in marching band and currently have a lot of anxiety from becoming a freshman and Erik helps me sleep he’s so awesome keep up the good work 😊"

Love his voice

"I’m pushing 80, so you know I have listened to a lot of podcasts. I set the timer for 30 minutes, get comfy and listen to many stories my parents would read me when I was a child. Erik’s voice is so …"

Best stories, best voice...my favorite and I've tried a lot.

"I always look forward to Erik's stories and even listen to them several times until there is a new one! His voice is calm and relaxing plus the volume stays the same. I enjoy the longer stories becau…"

Peaceful podcast

"Your stories ease my anxiety and help me fall asleep peacefully, if I wake up unexpectedly and your podcast is still playing, it doesn’t startle me, also the stories and dreams are so unique, much lo…"

Nothing to do, Nowhere to go, It’s quiet time, Your Time

"This is now my mantra when I want to relax. I’ve been listening to your podcast for a few months now and am so grateful to you for giving me a way to fall asleep peacefully. Before I found this, I wo…"

I listen every night.

"Thank you for all that you do."

My go to for sleep!

"Erik does such an amazing job, his voice is so soothing and he does such a great job with keeping his voice mellow and still giving feeling and emotions to the stories he tells. It’s never dry which …"

Solitude

"Absolutely loved it. A gifted voice, cadence and meaningful words.Soothing,human."

Thank you!!!

"Your podcasts are exactly what I love to listen to!!"

Sheer Bliss

"I have listened to all 126 podcasts on Spotify and love your content. Definitely the best podcast channel on Spotify in 2020/2021. ❤ Warm wishes and appreciation from Scotland"

Thanks for the Zzzzzzzs

"Erik, My 7 year old and I love your show. You have a fantastic voice, and a generous spirit! We need to get over to Patreon so we can continue to enjoy your readings. Thanks for all you do!"

Love this podcast!

"I’ve listen to a few different podcasts and this is by far my favorite for falling asleep. The narrator and creator of this podcast is very genuine individual who pool stories from his own imaginatio…"

Great podcast!!!

"I listen to the podcast when I go to bed. I'm always having trouble falling asleep. And this podcast helps me very well. I didn't finish the stories yet. Half way I fall asleep to the soothing voice…"

Ahhh … this is the one!

"I’ve listened to a lot of sleep story-type podcasts, and some helped a bit but most didn’t really. I can’t be just bored to sleep! If it’s boring, my going-at-the-speed-of-light brain keeps yammering…"

So comforting

"I love the little personal glimpses we get at the beginning of the pod casts- makes it seem like and old friend is reading to you. Love the stories and your soothing voice, lulling me to sleep. Final…"

A big Thank You from New Zealand

"I so enjoy your podcast, I set the timer so it will stop at the end of an episode but only get through maybe the first 10mins because it takes me a few nights to actually finish a story :) I found t…"

100% success rate

"Erik’s podcast does exactly what it says on the tin. I’ve been really struggling to switch off at night and since I’ve discovered Erik’s podcast I actually look forward to bedtime. His voice is magic…"

The best podcast to help sleep I’ve

"This podcast is so relaxing and its rare to find a voice as good as Erik’s. It’s extremely comforting and does help with managing those anxious thoughts that often come at night and make getting off …"

Only thing that helps me sleep.

"I’ve tried many podcasts, every playlist on Spotify, different background noise, but for some reason the soothing deep voice and the way these stories are told is mezmerising. I’m usually asleep befo…"

Thank you

"I suffer from severe anxiety and depression and find it very difficult to sleep sometimes. The quiet makes my mind go a million miles a minute. I’ve tried everything from sound machines to hypnosis. …"

My Go-To App for falling asleep

"The last thing I do every night is turn on “Listen to Sleep”, even after listening to some of my other podcasts or reading a book. Erik has such a soothing voice and he tells the best stories! It’s j…"

Night night

"Erik’s soothing voice relaxes me into sleep so quickly. I’ve never heard the ending of any story the first time as I’m fast asleep. Thank you, Erik!"

My favourite way to end the day, everyday.

"I love the wide range of different stories and always find the updates around your cabin really peaceful and it sets a great tone for the mind to just drift away using the imagination. Thank you for …"

Best sleep podcast I’ve found!

"I absolutely love this podcast!! Since I’ve moved back onto campus it’s helped me so much to just relax at night amidst the chaos of school and daily stresses. Erik’s voice is so soothing, and he pic…"

Gentle and Calming!

"Unlike similar podcast, Eric is also a great voice actor so it really makes his story so much more interestimg and more like those bedtime stories that our parents used to read to us when we were lit…"

10/10 Nothing but LOVE!

"This podcast is hands down THE BEST bedtime podcast around. I struggled sleeping almost every single night, I listened to many different podcasts but nothing compares with Listen to Sleep♥️. . Thank…"

Just Dreamy

"I have just recently discovered your podcast , and I absolutely love it ! Your calming words from your cabin are just what I need to relax and fall asleep! My favorite part is the beginning when you…"

Best bedtime story podcast

"Hands down the best bedtime story podcast out there. So much good content in the back log and new stories coming out constantly! Eric’s voice is perfect for relaxing. I can never get to the end of a …"

The best podcast

"So I have to sleep with bg noise and this helps me so much. Also on the newest stories it’s title is ib and little Christina, my name is Christina. Anyway so soothing"

You somehow make insomnia not unbearable

"I know that sounds a little dramatic. Fact is that I’ve had insomnia since I turned teen and have now spent 2 decades chasing this mythical thing called a good night’s sleep. All of the different thi…"

Bedtime Stories

"Erik’s voice is so soothing! He is a wonderful story teller. It’s like Grandpa reading you a bedtime story."

🤩 Amazing & Thank you

"I rarely review anything, but this podcast is amazing! I have enjoyed every episode and I also love the intro, hearing about the mountains, the creek, the wildlife etc. Thankyou so much for doing thi…"

Great stories and content

"Love it"

It's a Dream listening to your Podcast!!!!

"I go to Sleep Every Single Night listening to you, your Voice is Amazing, So Calmly and Relaxing, I drift off Every Night.... 😴💤🛏 Thank you 😊"

Great storytelling and content

"Great soothing voice. Definitely helps calm the mind. I love all the old stories from around the world from my childhood days. I don’t usually make it through one story and wake up 10 in then have to…"

A blessing for sleep.

"Please never stop!!! You’re saving my body and mind. Thank you."

Works for me totally

"Good stories, well read. Thank you Erik"

Glad I found this podcast!

"I searched around for a while to find a sleep podcast and once I heard yours I was hooked! Don’t listen to any others as most voices are annoying 🤣 but you have such a soothing voice. Love your pers…"

There should be a 10-star rating

"This podcast is incredible and magical. I have trouble sleeping and this podcast it’s the only thing that can help me sleep and I listen to it every night. I love the variety of stories, the ambience…"

Listen to it every night

"This is a very good podcast I really like this podcast the stores are so peaceful I decided to send an email to Erik and he wrote me back within a day which shows how devoted he is to this podcast. M…"

Lovely podcast

"It’s so comforting and has helped me feel peaceful as I drift off to sleep"

My Go To!!!

"I love listening to his voice as I fall asleep. I usually don’t get far in the story because it’s so relaxing! Thanks for your hard work, Erik!"

Best sleep podcast ever :)

"I love this podcast:) it allows me to turn off mental chatting and I feel relaxed. I've tried a lot of different apps, podcast and soundings to help me sleep, but this is by far the best. I've tried …"

Wonderful sleep aid

"I found Erik Ireland by chance on TikTok. He had a lovely video of him and his dog finding some red belly newts. It felt like hiking with a friend. I was delighted to find out he has a sleep podcast!…"

Love this podcast

"This is such a great podcast to help me wind down and gently doze off. One of the best I’ve found - thank you xx"

Best Podcast Ever

"This podcast is so nice :) Helps my fall asleep or just calm myself down when I need it!"

The best podcast for sleep ever!

"I love this podcast so much! It’s not only making falling asleep so effortless for me but it’s brought back so many bittersweet memories through the stories! Thank you so much for this podcast!"

Best sleep aid ever

"When I wake up and cannot fall back to sleep Eric's soothing voice and storytelling works every time. I fall into a deep sleep and wake refreshed."

Great podcast

"I love how Erik tells the stories. Calm voice and great background calm music that puts me to sleep in no time."

Best story teller in the business

"Erik not only has the perfect voice for these stories, but his cadence and story selection is off the charts! You have allowed me to sleep a few hours at a time with a newborn. That is truly priceles…"

Ive fallen in love with this podcast!

"it's helped put me to sleep since i gave up scrolling through social media before bed. so calming!"

Thank you erik !

"i need noise to fall asleep faster and having the tv on doesnt work well bc of how bright my tv is so this podcast is perfect because of how calm and relaxing his voice is, thank you erik!:)"

So soothing

"I’ve listened to many sleep story podcasts and yours is by far the best thank you so much you are amazing Erik!!"

zzzzzzz

"Thanks for your stories. I could listen to you read the phone directory really. Your voice is soothing & resonant. Love hearing the stories of where you live & the walks with your dog Bodhi. Warm gre…"

Excellent voice, great stories

"I used to struggle to fall asleep, my mind would race and anxiety was high. Often times not getting to sleep for hours. Ever since I have started listening I can actually get to sleep., fast! These h…"

Best podcast ever!

"literally the best sleep podcast i’ve ever listen too!"

Sue’s review

"This has become my favourite bed time story podcast, I love his soothing voice, his little personal introductions at the beginning and how nicely I fall asleep every night."

Amazing

"I’m always caught between falling asleep in 10 minutes or being too interested in the story to sleep but either way I feel so relaxed when I listen"

Great way to fall asleep

"Thank you… my children and I enjoy listening to the various stories as part of our bed time routine. We recommend it to all our family and friends"

Erik’s bedtime stories have improved my life.

"I am so thankful I found Listen To Sleep. I love Erik’s gentle voice, the stories he chooses, the cadence and tone of his reading, and the fact that he’s genuinely interested in my well-being and sle…"

Peaceful

"I found this beautiful soul on TikTok. His voice is so soothing. I love listing to calm down and relax and of course, sleep :)"

Best podcast

"This is both the best sleep podcast and the best overall podcast, Eric is just so sweet and makes my day when I hear about what happens up at the cabin and his little adventures with Joe and Bodhi"

Simply Wonderful

"This podcast was recommended to me by my son, who likes to listen to the stories with his young daughter. I gave it a try one night and was instantly hooked. If I fall asleep before the story ends, I…"

Soothing Voice Reading Relaxing Stories

"I have been using Listen to Sleep for several months now to help me sleep. I've never had an issue with falling asleep ... and then the pandemic hit, and so did my sleeplessness. Erik with Listen t…"

The end ???

"Although the stories are told in a wonderfull way, I never hear the end ....ZZZZZZZZZ"

MORE MORE MORE

"Please make more episodes to listen to I have listened to all of the episodes and I love it 😻 more more more!!!!🥳🥳🥳🥰😍😍😁😁😁😍🥰😍🥰😛😎😎"

Give it a go!

"I’m happy that I’ve stumbled across this podcast. As someone with anxiety, staying asleep is hard work. Listen to Sleep usually has me back asleep in a matter of minutes. Definitely worth checking ou…"

Best Sleep Podcast

"As someone with major anxiety, I have tried almost every sleep podcast I could find, and this one is in my opinion the best. The stories are engaging enough to keep my worried mind occupied, and the …"

Spotify listener that listens eeevvverrry night

"Amazing podcast. Love the small preview of Eric's week in the beginning of every episode. Unfortunately I can't seem to be able to listen to the end of every story,as I fall asleep. Can't wait for mo…"

My Favourite Podcast

"For quite some time i’ve struggled with racing thoughts at night. But with this podcast i can finally relax and listen to an interesting story in a sleepy and peaceful voice. Saved my sleep during Un…"

None compare

"I have loved this podcast for a long while now. Eric has changed my sleep routine for the better and I have never heard a podcast that gives me even a little amount of the calm and comfort that Liste…"

A godsend

"I’ve had a change in a medication I take and where I used to sleep soundly all night (I never took it for granted How lucky I was), I now will lay awake for hours as I wake multiple times in the nigh…"

Very enjoyable

"Whether you just enjoy curling up with a story or love hearing a soothing voice help you relax and sleep, you will love this podcast. Bodi is pretty darn cute so the puppy is a bonus."

best way to fall asleep

"i usually need something to help fall asleep to at night, and most of the time i can’t find the right thing. i just found this podcast and i’m very happy i did!! the stories are very comforting and h…"

Hi Erik

"Hi Erik, I am 12 years old and a daily listener of your podcast and I really look up to you. Your podcast is my comfort and helps me to sleep at night"

Thank you

"I tried several different sleep podcasts but didn't like the way they told the story, or their voices. I was having problems sleeping and I would normally fall asleep watching TV, which upset my hu…"

all around good vibes

"i found erik via tiktok and i am so glad i did because i have trouble sleeping but he helps! he talks to me like a friend and its nice. my personal favorites are the velveteen rabbit and the cat that…"

Awesome 🙏

"I loved it, felt like I was floating on a cloud. Erik’s voice will relax you immediately,. Sleep tight, or if you choose to listen to the meditation In the morning, what a wonderful way to start th…"

Fall asleep fast

"I truly believe Erik Ireland was born to be a storyteller. His soft, deep voice comforts and relaxes you from the first word. I can assure you, you will enjoy a restful and deep sleep."

New favourite sleep podcast

"I absolutely love these podcasts. Erik has a very calming energy and I feel like the bedtime stories are healing my inner child while I sleep LOL. Thank you for taking the time to make the podcast, E…"

Safe space in a podcast

"Probably one of the best podcasts i've ever found, it's been a safe space for me to listen to while i sleep for the past 2 weeks now and can I say it's been the best ever. sleeping has never been bet…"

Relaxing voice

"Thank you Erik for these relaxing stories that help me sleep!"

It’s my favorite

"I look forward to these every week ❤️"

The best sleep podcast..by far!

"I’ve listened to plenty of sleep podcasts and have never found one I’ve LOVED until now. His voice, the stories, everything this podcast is is absolute perfection."

Love it!

"I love the stories and Erik's calm voice. It's by far my favorite sleep podcast and I've tried a lot!"

Thank you

"Your podcast has been one of the biggest blessings of my life. I had a series of 5 strokes several years ago. Although the physical remnants of them have faded, the emotional ones haven’t. The bedtim…"

Love love love

"I listen to you every night. Your voice is so soothing I feel I’ve missed out on my bedtime routine with out a story. I love the variety and have listened to them all, some more than once."

puts me right to sleep!

"i absolutely love sweet Erik, his voice makes me feel safe and comfy. so much so that i sometimes wish i could stay awake longer just to hear more!"

Anxiety relief

"Erik's voice helps my anxious brain shut off just long enough for me to fall asleep! Even if I don't need the stories every night, they are always good to have when needed! I found you on Spotify a f…"

Erik, thank you.

"Can’t wait for new episode on Thursday and Sunday, thank you. My sleep has been improved, you are the best 🙏😍🙏😍"

Very suspicious! 😉

"Supposedly, Erik reads entire stories, but I can’t vouch for that! His voice is so soporific, I never make it more than a few minutes into the story before falling asleep. In fact, I don’t always mak…"

Repeat

"His podcasts are so relaxing. I usually end up playing the same ones several times because I fall asleep partway through, the next day have to find where I was and keep listening. Thanks"

Erik is such a a kindhearted comfort!

"Honestly, my best way to describe this podcast to friends is that Erik has the voice of a sweet, smoky, fall campfire. I genuinely can't sleep now unless I listen to his stories. I recently lost my g…"

Listen to sleep

"Love this podcast! Really has helped me to fall back to sleep when I wake up for my usual bathroom break."

Listening to a friend

"I love listening to Eric read stories, but also to his updates about life around his cabin. I just found his podcast this week and happened to catch a bad cold. I’ve been listening to him while I’ve …"

Thank you

"I didn’t have the luxury of my dad or grandfather reading me stories to help me fall asleep. When I settle in for the night I’m comforted by the soothing voice and stories. Always 5 stars."

Such a lovely podcast

"Erik Ireland has one of the most resonant and soothing voices. He could read the *WSJ and it would sound like a beautiful story. *please don’t read the WSJ, though."

Sleep Master

"I've been listening to Erik for about a year. He is my sleep master. Most days I fall asleep within minutes...and then reload the segment because his storytelling is so masterful. Thanks for taking m…"

Such a great find!

"Love this podcast so much. Also really enjoying the meditations. Either the stories or meditations are both so helpful in helping me fall asleep, after years of struggling with sleep. Thank you Erik!"

Best sleep podcast

"Thank you so much ♥️"

Just keeps getting better …

"I’ve loved the Listen to Sleep episodes since discovering the podcast a while ago. Have to add the stories and meditations just keep getting better and always entertain as I’m gently lulled to sleep.…"

Finally some blissful sleep

"I came across your podcast and tried it for a week. I have to say I loved it so much I never finished one recording. You have been blessed with the gift of storytelling and your voice is soothing…"

Well done

"I don't know how I found this Listen to sleep, but I say Thank you a million times over. Bravo!"

Thank you.

"Erik I need to thank you for helping with my insomnia. You have such a soothing voice and I love the stories about Bodhi."

So relaxing

"Relaxing wonderful and beautifull."

Great voice

"Calming and helped me sleep"

👍👍👍

"I never write reviews but this podcast has been helpful and I really wanted to show some support! I love Erik’s voice. It is so calming. The podcast has lots of episodes so I never have to worry abou…"

AMAZING 🤩

"This man is doing an amazing job!! My mental health has improved and cleared up so much. I sleep better. I usually listen to meditation before sleep in my bed) And I feel good. You won’t regret if yo…"

Really helps me sleep

"He seems like a nice guy. He speaks in a deliberate and soothing way that still feels genuine. Sometimes I find podcasters’ adoption of a soothing voice to be too self-conscious and patronizing - li…"

Five stars

"I don’t have trouble sleeping at all but I do have problems with waking up randomly and this helps tremendously! His voice is so soft yet so comforting it’s like you can really imagine his stories he…"

Longtime listener

"I enjoy all the podcasts Sometimes I have to re listen several times when I fall asleep part way thru I enjoy the books. However I do have to wait until they are finished so I can listen to 1 cha…"

A game changer for me

"This podcast means so much to me. I found him through TikTok when I thought his voice sounded like the man from the Curio shop on Webkinz and it immediately transported me back to my childhood and I …"

Hello

"His podcast is wonderful and his TikTok’s are small version of them"

Storytelling

"Very gentle calming voice, helps you fall asleep fast. Great storytelling, definitely will be subscribing for the monthly storytelling."

Erik, you saved my nights

"Thank you so much for what you do. You've been helping me dealing with insomnia for months. I have never listened to a full story (always falling asleep before !!!) I dreamed of that all my life. …"

Great full

"Love it. It really helps me sleep better and puts my mind on pause"

Beautiful storytelling

"Erik does a wonderful job of reading stories and meditations in such a soothing way. I really appreciate having his podcasts to knock worrying thoughts out of my head at night and allow me to drift a…"

wonderful storytelling voice

"I love Erik's voice and folksy way of telling stories. His voice lulls me to sleep, calms me when I'm antsy and while guided meditations have never done much for me, Erik's and one other voice artis…"

Peace and tranquility. Drift away to dreamland with Eric

"Eric's voice lulls me to sleep. I listen to his podcasts every night. It has become a night time regime for me."

100% the only reason I get to sleep

"The best storytelling voice you can come across, only voice that could triumph over Erik's voice would be Morgan Freeman. I have a medication I take that helps me stay asleep but I always had trouble…"

What a soothing way to end the day

"I have been listening to podcasts at bedtime to help me sleep since 2007 and am so grateful that we finally have a wonderful complement of shows that are designed specifically for that. (I had found …"

Love the stories

"Erik’s soothing voice readythese stories will put you to sleep every time. It’s a great way to shut off your mind and relax. I highly recommend this to help you fall asleep."

Fantastic podcast highly recommend

"Great. Eric's voice is just the right balance, and the stories are well selected. The podcast has helped me and my daughter through a difficult time when sleep was tricky. I recommend to everyone!"

Greatness

"Love this podcast. One of the best sleep podcast out there."

Bend, Oregon

"Hi Eric, I love your podcast and gentle voice and that you share your feelings and experiences on the mountain with your dog friend, your stories and mediations help me relax and sleep and I’m grate…"

My happy place!

"No matter the stress, swimming in my head. Your voice always tucks me into bed. Thank you ❤️😊"

It slays

"Slay"

My fav podcast

"Any time I’m having trouble sleeping Erik’s soothing voice helps me fall asleep. I love hearing stories about the cabin as well as the stories he reads."

So soothing

"Recently found Listen to Sleep and I am thoroughly enjoying it. It’s the perfect listen when you wake up in the middle of the night and need a little something to keep your mind calm and to get back …"

A little bit of home.

"Delighted to find this podcast. Not only did I grow up in Rhode Island, and live now in Northern California, but I love Viking culture. All of these elements were in the first episode I sampled, 256.…"

I love Erik & his soothing voice

"Thank you so much for helping me relax & sleep! Xoxo"

What a beautiful person!!

"Oh my gosh, I can’t even express how helpful LTS is for my life!! I’ve developed some severe anxiety over the last year, and it’s been hard to manage since I’ve never dealt with it before. Medication…"

Glad I found this podcast!

"I’ve searched around and listened to a lot of sleep podcasts but mainly listen to yours. They seem to suit me as I love the outdoors too. Also love that you include Bodi and the cats! Oh I also fou…"

Soothing and gentle!

"I appreciate the simplicity that comes with the guided meditations. I like to follow with an unguided meditation. If it’s not “nothing much happens”, I’m putting this on to fall asleep to!"

Great Podcast for Sleep

"This is one of my favorite podcasts bc the host is a great narrator with good content. Thank you!"

<3

"Always knows how to set the perfect tone. Soothing voice, and a great spiritual guide."

Best podcast for sleep/meditation

"Eric’s voice is so soothing. The stories he tells are amazing and the ones he writes are just as great! Ty for bringing sleep and meditation back into my life Eric!"

Worth a try

"I’ve tried many sleep podcasts over the years due to insomnia. I still subscribe to several but find myself listening to Erik’s almost nightly. I don’t think I’ve stayed awake through any of the Aro…"

Thank you!

"Unbelievable!! Thank you sir!"