Afleveringen
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In a quiet town in Georgia, a white oak tree stands at the edge of a small rise, surrounded by stone posts and legend. According to local lore, this tree legally owns itself ā a gift from a man who once loved it so deeply, he signed over the land it stood on. Nearby, a plaque still carries his words: āFor and in consideration of the great love I bear this treeā¦ā
This episode reflects on that love, and what it means to care for nature not out of duty, but from something deeper. We explore the story of the tree, the growing movement for natureās legal personhood, and the quiet truth that when we protect the earth, we are also protecting ourselves.
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In the misty hills of Meghalaya, some bridges are not builtā¦ theyāre grown.
Root by root, guided by hand and time, these living structures carry people across riversāchanging, healing, growing stronger with each passing year.
This episode is about the quiet beauty of working with nature rather than against it.
Itās about trees, yesābut also patience, memory, and the quiet art of tending.
Let it carry you gently from the waking world into dreams.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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In this special episode of Sleepy Seedlings, we travel to the windswept hills of Northumberland, where a solitary sycamore once stood in a dip along Hadrianās Wall. Known as the Sycamore Gap Tree, it became one of the most photographed in the world ā a place of stillness, of memory, and quiet meaning. And then, one morning, it was gone.
What follows is a gentle reflection on grief, legacy, and the deep bond between people and trees. We explore how a single tree came to hold so much love, how its loss stirred something far beyond headlines, and how ā in seeds, saplings, and silence ā it continues to grow.
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What if a forest could become a library ā its trees growing not just wood and bark, but stories waiting to be told? In this special episode of Sleepy Seedlings, we wander into the Future Library: a grove of 1,000 trees planted in Norway, destined to become books that no one alive today will read. Itās a story about patience, trust, and the quiet hope that the future will still care about poetry.
Along the way, weāll breathe with the trees, explore the strange beauty of legacy, and remember that human beings and forests are not so different. A book begins as breath. A tree becomes a thought. And perhaps, like trees, weāre allowed to grow slowly ā without explanation. Lie back, exhale, and let this story settle into your roots.
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Tonight on Sleepy Seedlings, we follow an old path edged by blossom and birdsong, where a quiet and often overlooked companion has stood for centuries ā the Wayfaring Tree. Not a towering oak nor a mythic yew, but a gentle presence along country lanes, its soft flowers and dusky berries have marked the way for travellers, pilgrims, and wanderers alike. This unassuming tree becomes our guide tonight, leading us not through forests or fields, but into the peaceful meadows of sleep.
With poetry by William Wordsworth, reflections on ancient paths, and the hush of hedgerow life, this episode invites you to rest in the quiet company of the Wayfaring Tree. Let your thoughts wander gently, like footsteps on a long-forgotten track, until you drift into stillness.
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As spring deepens and the evenings stretch softly toward summer, this weekās episode invites you to rest beneath the ethereal bloom of the Foxglove Tree ā Paulownia tomentosa. With its pale lavender flowers that blossom on bare branches, this remarkable tree appears like something from a dream, flowering in silence before its great green leaves unfold. Weāll drift through its ancient Chinese origins, its mythical ties to the phoenix, and the delicate music of its timber, all while imagining the petals falling like lavender snow.
With soothing narration, gentle history, and the poetry of Robert Herrick, this episode offers a quiet meditation on transience, grace, and renewal. Let the soft blossoms guide you into stillness, and the whispering leaves cradle you into rest.
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This week on Sleepy Seedlings, we drift into the quiet world of jasmineāa delicate vine whose fragrance deepens as the day unwinds. From moonlit gardens in India to the shaded courtyards of Damascus, jasmine has long been a companion to love, memory, and stillness. With soft white blossoms and a scent that unfurls most richly at night, jasmine reminds us that beauty doesnāt always bloom in full lightāit often waits for the hush.
Weāll explore the cultural history of Jasminum sambac and Jasminum officinale, discover the science behind its soothing scent, and listen to stories that stretch from temple garlands to teacups. Let your breath slow and your thoughts settle, wrapped in the calming perfume of a flower that thrives in twilight.
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This week on Sleepy Seedlings, we drift into the soft, cascading world of wisteriaāa plant whose trailing blossoms transform streets and gardens into dreamscapes of lilac and white. Weāll wander through its history across Japan, China, and Victorian England, exploring its enduring symbolism of love, devotion, and patience. Along the way, weāll pause to admire the quiet wonders of its botany: its slow twining, its strength, and its whispered generosity to the earth.
As evening falls, weāll rest beneath the wisteriaās fragrant canopy, breathing in its gentle beauty and allowing the ancient rhythms of nature to soothe the mind. Let the soft perfume of spring, the memory of old stone houses, and the silver hush of twilight carry you into peaceful, restful sleep.
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This week on Sleepy Seedlings, we rest beneath the soft, blushing branches of the Unconventional Judas TreeāCercis siliquastrum. Known for its early spring blossoms that bloom before the leaves, this quietly striking tree carries with it stories of sorrow, beauty, and quiet transformation. From ancient legends to gentle science, weāll explore the myths that gave the tree its name, the wonder of its heart-shaped leaves, and the rare way it flowers directly from its trunk.
Through poetic reflection, soft narration, and soothing natural imagery, this episode is a gentle invitation to pause. To breathe. To find stillness beneath a tree that blooms not in spite of its history, but because of it. Settle in, let the petals fall around you, and drift off to sleep beneath the blossoms of the Judas Tree.
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Take a barefoot walk through the spring dunes of Northern Europe in this peaceful episode of Sleepy Seedlings. As the sea hums softly in the distance and the grasses sway in the breeze, we spend time with the quiet guardian of the coast: marram grass. From its silvery blades to its deep, anchoring roots, this resilient plant shapes the land beneath our feet, holding the sand in place and whispering stories of wind and water.
Along the way, we explore the science and wonder of how beaches form, the ancient relationship between people and dunes, and the calming poetry of Bliss Carman. Let this gentle stroll lull you into rest, as we listen to the rhythms of the sea-blown marram and the hush of the shifting shore.
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Tonight, we rest in the quiet embrace of the Myrtle Treeāan evergreen beloved by goddesses, poets, and lovers across the centuries. With her glossy green leaves and fragrant white blossoms, the myrtle has long stood as a symbol of sacred femininity, devotion, and quiet strength. Together, weāll drift through myth and memory, from ancient wedding garlands to moonlit groves where the whispers of Aphrodite linger in the air.
Let the soft rustle of leaves and the warmth of timeless stories guide you toward sleep. Through poetry, gentle science, and dreamlike imagery, this episode offers a tranquil escape into the world of the myrtleāa tree that invites us to love gently, to live presently, and to rest deeply.
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In this soothing episode of Sleepy Seedlings, we journey to the dry forests of South America, where the mystical Palo Santo tree stands in quiet patience. Known as āholy woodā, its true gift is revealed only after it has fallen, resting for years before releasing its warm, resinous fragrance. For centuries, its sacred smoke has drifted through ceremonies of healing and renewal, carrying with it whispers of transformation, patience, and the unseen rhythms of time.
As the night settles in, let the gentle scent of Palo Santo be a reminderāto slow down, to trust in natureās quiet unfolding, and to embrace the beauty of rest. With soft storytelling, ancient wisdom, and the hush of the trees, this episode will guide you into deep relaxation, where endings become beginnings and peace lingers like a fading ember in the night. Breathe in, let go, and drift into sleep.
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Drift into a world of warmth and wonder as we explore the cinnamon treeāan ancient gift of spice and scent, wrapped in myth and history. From the lush groves where its golden bark is carefully gathered to the centuries of trade, tradition, and legend that have carried its fragrance across the world, the cinnamon tree is a quiet link between past and present, earth and sky, waking and dreaming.
In this soothing episode of Sleepy Seedlings, weāll wander through the treeās history, its gentle presence in nature, and the science behind its comforting aroma. As the night deepens, weāll listen to a lullaby by Sarojini Naidu, drifting into sleep with the soft rustle of cinnamon leaves and the hush of distant fireflies. Let the warmth of spice and story wrap around you like a gentle embrace, guiding you towards rest.
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The crabapple tree may be small, but it holds a quiet kind of magic. From its delicate spring blossoms to its jewel-like autumn fruit, it has been a tree of love, mystery, and quiet resilience for centuries. In ancient folklore, its seeds were tossed into the fire to reveal the truth of the heart, while its rootsāunseen beneath the soilācontinue to shape the apples we know today. A symbol of natureās hidden wonders, the crabapple reminds us that even the smallest things can hold deep meaning.
In this soothing episode of Sleepy Seedlings, we journey through the seasons with the crabapple tree, exploring its history, mythology, and quiet role in the natural world. As we reflect on its enduring presence, we are reminded of Henry David Thoreauās words: "Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads". Settle in, slow your breath, and let the magic of the humble crabapple guide you into restful sleep.
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Sunflowers stand tall, their golden faces turned toward the sky, following the light even as the winds blow. In this episode of Sleepy Seedlings, we wander through endless fields of sunflowers, exploring their quiet resilience and deep-rooted symbolism. From their ability to heal the earth to their presence in folklore and art, the sunflower is more than just a flowerāit is a testament to endurance, hope, and the gentle strength found in nature.
Three years after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia, we reflect on the enduring spirit of the Ukrainian people through "Wings", a poem by the beloved Ukrainian poet Lina Kostenko. It reminds us that even though we cannot fly, we all have something that lifts usāwhether love, hope, kindness, or dreams. Like the sunflower standing firm through storms, Ukraine continues to persevere, turning always toward the light. So, settle in, let the warmth of the sunflowers surround you, and rest in the quiet promise of a new day.
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The Japanese Apricot, or ume, is a quiet harbinger of spring, its delicate pink and white blossoms unfurling even as winter still holds the world in its grasp. In Japan, this tree is deeply cherishedānot just for its beauty, but for its symbolism of resilience, intellect, and renewal. In this episode, we drift through the history and mythology of the ume, including the poignant tale of Sugawara no Michizane, a scholar-poet whose exile gave rise to legend and devotion. As we breathe in the soft fragrance of its petals and listen to the hush of a late-winter garden, let the gentle presence of the ume guide you into stillness, relaxation, and sleep.
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As winter lingers and the earth remains quiet beneath its frosted blanket, a small yet determined bloom emergesāthe crocus, one of natureās first whispers of spring. Delicate but resilient, this tiny flower knows when to work and when to rest, unfurling its petals in the morning light and gently closing as dusk falls. In this soothing episode, we explore the crocusās quiet wisdom, from its place in ancient myths to its remarkable ability to sense the changing seasons.
Let the gentle rhythm of the crocus guide you into rest. Through soft storytelling, poetic imagery, and peaceful reflection, we invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and trust in natureās quiet cycles. Just as the crocus knows the light will return, you too can let go, settle into stillness, and drift into sleep. šæāØ
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In this weekās episode of 'Sleepy Seedlings: The Bedtime Podcast with Trees', we explore the quiet beauty and rare charm of the domestic service tree. Known as one of Britainās hidden treasures, this resilient and long-lived tree has stood the test of time, its deeply furrowed bark and graceful branches telling a story of centuries past. Once prized for its unusual fruit, known as āchequersā, the service tree holds a unique place in rural traditions, where its fruit was used to craft rustic drinks and its fine-grained wood was cherished for its strength.
Join me as we delve into the history, folklore, and botany of this fascinating tree, imagining its presence in the wintery landscape and the life it sustains. From its roots in ancient woodlands to its symbolic ties to patience and endurance, the service tree offers a tranquil reminder of natureās quiet wisdom. Let its story guide you into restful calm as we reflect on the beauty of stillness and the treasures hidden in the natural world.
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Welcome to Sleepy Seedlings: The Bedtime Podcast with Trees, where each episode takes you on a serene journey into the natural world. This week, we explore the graceful elm treeāa symbol of resilience, beauty, and quiet strength. From its sweeping branches and dappled shade to its deep roots steeped in mythology and history, the elm offers a sense of grounding and peace. Let the stories of its place in nature and culture guide you gently toward rest.
With soothing narration, calming imagery, and fascinating insights, Sleepy Seedlings is designed to help you relax and unwind. Whether itās the rustle of imaginary leaves, tales of ancient myths, or reflections on the interconnectedness of life, this podcast creates a tranquil space where you can pause, breathe, and drift into sleep.
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In this episode of Sleepy Seedlings, we turn our attention to a flower of quiet strength and timeless beauty: the snowdrop. Blooming in the heart of winter, this delicate plant pushes through frozen ground to offer the first sign of life in a still, frosted world. Steeped in European folklore and admired for its resilience, the snowdrop has long been a symbol of hope, renewal, and the promise of brighter days to come.
Join us as we explore the snowdropās history, its fascinating adaptations for surviving harsh winters, and its quiet role in supporting wildlife when other plants remain dormant. With soothing reflections, calming imagery, and a touch of poetry, this episode invites you to rest in the peaceful presence of the snowdrop, letting its gentle strength guide you toward a restful night.
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