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So happy I found this
Very soothing. What’s the ticking/clicking sound?? Other than that it’s great. Thank you Joe.
- Caper127
- Dec. 17, 2024
Panic Attack Buddies
Found this during a post panic attack search when I needed something that wasn’t over stimulating but stimulating enough to let my head focus on something other then a racing heart. The fire crackle in the background is perfect and the tone/flow of the stories are super mellow and easy to focus on without being overbearing or loud or too much to handle. I find the podcast to be very relaxing and by the end of one, my body is ready to go back to sleep. Appreciate you doing this! Sending thanks from Philly from a girl who has midnight panic attacks out of a sleep!
- Ninja Nork (Kristie)
- Nov. 28, 2024
- Ursy V
- Sept. 16, 2024
Amazing 🤩
I have been listening to Prosperity Lane for months now, and fall asleep before I finish it! Truly amazing for my sleepless ADHD brain!
- RaeDaKitty
- Sept. 2, 2024
Wonderful
Just at the voice, reading pace and story lengths I was waiting for. I just wish there were more of them. A real blessing for a struggling insomniac. Thank you for sharing your gifts.
- UPENN2016
- May 29, 2024
Excellent Nightcap!
Thanks for making such a wonderful show and taking the time to deliver interesting content! I hardly ever make it to the end of the episodes, haha!
I sincerely hope things improve in your personal life so you can keep doing the show for us! Wishing you all the best!
P.S. Looking forward to when you can release ‘The Legends of the Gods - Part 2’ !!
- Alexaaah F
- March 6, 2024
Love the stories
I have listened to most stories several times. My favorite story for bed time. I wish it would come back. I would love new stories for this fall and winter!
- csmith0626
- Oct. 3, 2023
Sleepy & Obsessed 🩵
I’m super picky when choosing sleep stories and Joe is a gem! I love the different types of stories he offers and the honesty and love he pours into something as ‘simple’ as a bedtime story. If he ever adds Anne of Green Gables…I’ll never be getting out of bed! Thanks for what you do, friend. Cheers and sweet dreams!
- yldaisy
- June 2, 2023
Fireside every time grands visit
I greatly enjoy these stories & Joe’s calming voice. Now when my grandchildren visit they listen as well. They have a routine now which includes a cup of lavender tea and a story by Fireside and promptly fall asleep! My grandson has Autism and even he listens and falls asleep quickly! I usually listen to one story then fall asleep during the next one since I try to pay attention to the story line but it does calm me and get me ready for a good nights sleep! Thank you for all you do!
- JaeSmythe99
- March 10, 2023
Thank you
Always nice to hear you read. Your recent “Scale” talk was soothing and helpful for when one feels what they are or do doesn’t matter in the scheme of things. Everyone can be a true spirit
- hopingfor thebest
- Jan. 5, 2023
Love this Podcast!! Thank you Joe!!
Thank you for coming back Joe!! I loved getting the second part to the Viking story!! Now I need part three!! You are very appreciated, wanted, and needed!! My husband is out of town a lot for work, and your stories help me fall asleep when he can’t be here with me. Thank you for the hard work you put into these stories!! I hope you are able to continue doing stories long term because you have a gift that is helping more people than you could ever know!!
I love listening to Joe’s voice and hearing the stories. He has such a peaceful, soothing voice!! I really hope he comes out with more stories…BUT I can never finish a story!! I always fall asleep within 10 minutes!! 😂 I’ve listened to one story all week and still haven’t finished it! Last week I listened to the story during the day so I could hear the whole thing!!! He puts me to sleep in no time!! I work at a daycare, and today, I am letting them listen to one of his children stories, and they have never laid so still before falling asleep!!!
- CGAMD15
- Dec. 14, 2022
I don’t usually write reviews but…
This is a great podcast man, you have a great story telling voice and tone. I was so happy when you came back. Everything about it makes it great to sleep please keep it up!!
- spaceghost2022
- Dec. 6, 2022
Exceptional
Love Joe from beginning to, well, when I inevitably fall asleep. I’d love to see more of a selection for adults that aren’t scary/spooky/creepy, but the stories for everyone are great and aside from that single gripe this podcast earns five stars from a very picky sleep/podcast listener!
- Halfpintflip
- Nov. 29, 2022
Reading
I love a well done reading, not too fast, not too slow. Pronunciation was perfect and so was the inflection. It was a pleasure to listen to
- clyge
- Nov. 13, 2022
So happy you are back!!!!
Our family loves your podcasts! My son begs to lay by the fireplace and snuggle up on the couch and listen to your podcasts! Please keep going we do love these and will continue to listen as long as you make podcasts!
- KatherineColleenPaine
- Oct. 19, 2022
I stumbled into this Treasure
I absolutely adore your voice. Its both peaceful and illustrative. Your story selections are perfect— something for everyone. I’ll be sad when I finish all 101. Hope you are doing well and know that this Podcast is a real treasure. Thank You for It.
10/14/22: Update: Missed you & sooo Glad to Hear more Viking stories in your voice!
- Angwa66
- Oct. 15, 2022
Love this podcast at night ❤️
I’m so happy to see Joe back to posting episodes. My kiddo and I both enjoy listening at bedtime to wind down. 100/10 would recommend 😁
- Roseyy
- Oct. 12, 2022
Tales by the Fireside
I’m so glad Joe is back. This is one of my favorites podcasts for my insomnia. It works! Joe has the perfect voice & his stories are just right for lulling me to sleep. I check his site often to see if a new episode has been released because I know listening to him will help me have a good night’s sleep.
- Word crazy fun
- Sept. 28, 2022
So wonderful!!!
I can’t begin to tell you how much I enjoy your podcast. It’s lovely! I especially enjoyed “Benjamin Button”, which I listened to last night and again this morning. Your voice is so soothing yet melodic & your readings a profoundly well done. Thank you! ‘TheCanterville Ghost’ is also wonderful!
Keep doing what you’re doing, we love it!
- Violalynte
- Sept. 25, 2022
Really love listening
I’ve only recently discovered this podcast, and have really enjoyed the stories. The background noise of the fire is such a nice touch. The last couple of years have honestly messed with my sleep and it’s great that there are people out there like Joe, that are helping people like me just feel a little less alone in the dark. Hope you make some more of these Joe, you’ve done a great job, and hope you know that you’re making a difference
- Flossy K
- Sept. 7, 2022
Oh Joe…
You are absolutely incredible. I can’t tell you how much your sessions have helped me gain peace and solitude, allowing a safe space to fall asleep in.
Thank you so so so much for your most recent update. Thank you for reminding me to always hold on to hope. I just knew you would come back. You are amazing. This community is all because of your work. Thank you a million for your voice, candid truth, and the dedicated time and care you put into all of this.
Now off to sleep for me! Full of hope and gratitude ☺️💤
- kalenesavage
- Sept. 7, 2022
Thank you
Sending good thoughts your way. The new career sounds amazing. Look forward to following your journey. I have enjoyed and benefited from the fireside stories. Keep on keeping on.
- alayoli
- Sept. 7, 2022
Big fan
Very excited to find such a great story podcast. Content, delivery, and voice are outstanding.
I only wish I would have found it sooner.
- P.A. fan
- Aug. 25, 2022
Obsessed!
I’ve been listening to these sleep stories for about a week now and I’ve never seen something work this well! I can never seem to get past the first few minutes before I’m knocked out asleep. Please do continue with these lovely sleep stories!!!
- bahra mariam
- Aug. 15, 2022
- xbox name curlywhirly72
- Aug. 15, 2022
A+++
Finally I found the perfect narrator with the perfect bedtime stories. I hope there’s more to come.
- MossyBank
- Aug. 10, 2022
So wonderful!!!
I can’t begin to tell you how much I enjoy your podcast. It’s lovely! I especially enjoyed “Benjamin Button”, which I listened to last night and again this morning. Your voice is so soothing yet melodic & your readings a profoundly well done. Thank you!
- Violalynte
- Aug. 9, 2022
✨Amazing! ✨
I absolutely adore this podcast. It helps me fall asleep. Joe’s voice is so calm and the whole podcast is so easy to listen to. Pls make more! 🔥
- lilyb🐼
- Aug. 9, 2022
I stumbled into this Treasure
I absolutely adore your voice. Its both peaceful and illustrative. Your story selections are perfect— something for everyone. I’ll be sad when I finish all 101. Hope you are doing well and know that this Podcast is a real treasure. Thank You for It.
- Angwa66
- Aug. 5, 2022
This is really good🙂
I love this podcast I mean I put this on for me in sleep or when I’m still awake. I mean my mom loves this podcast already and she told me of the podcast at first! Anyways you are the best fit for this storytelling job! Keep up the great work👌
- [Tags] ISS Raven
- July 26, 2022