Comic Book Bedtime Story w/ Greta Johnsen

Comic Book Bedtime Story w/ Greta Johnsen

Greta Johnsen chats with listener Ian about comic books, comfort reads, and the surprisingly cozy art of adaptation. What You’ll Hear The Perfect Wind-Down: Ian explains why comic books became his bedtime ritual, and how a few pages can help quiet the noise of a busy day. Finding Yourself Again: A conversation about parenthood, personal hobbies, and rediscovering old passions during life’s biggest transitions. When Adaptations Actually Work: From graphic novels to blockbuster movies, Greta and Ian explore what makes a great adaptation—and why sometimes the screen version wins. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro & listener call 01:18 Why comic books help Ian fall asleep 04:00 Rediscovering comics after becoming a parent 07:42 Graphic novels Greta loves 08:53 Recommendations for comic newcomers 11:05 The art of adaptation 13:17 Dune, fandom, and faithful changes 15:00 When the adaptation is better 17:35 Little Women and favorite book-to-screen stories 19:26 Surprise cameos and familiar faces 22:06 Goodnights and Buffy the bull terrier puppy For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co [https://open.acast.com/networks/6903aa8095ee8b18150a6546/shows/690506f33906f8011ad09a86/hatch.co]. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts [https://www.tiktok.com/@hatchpodcasts] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@hatchforsleep/shorts]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

House of the Dragon w/ Greta Johnsen

Greta Johnsen and caller Bobby dive into the dragons, drama, and family dynamics of House of the Dragon. What You’ll Hear Why We Love a Good Fantasy Feud: Greta and Bobby unpack what makes House of the Dragon so compelling, from succession battles to the kind of family tension that feels surprisingly familiar. Team Black at Bedtime: A spirited conversation about favorite characters, shifting loyalties, and whether Rhaenyra really has what it takes to unite the realm. Dragons, Wind-Downs, and Late-Night TV: They compare bedtime habits, discuss watching fantasy epics before sleep, and share the very different ways they settle their brains afterward. CHAPTERS 03:00 House of the Dragon for beginners 06:09 How it differs from Game of Thrones 09:15 Why A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms feels different 10:00 Family drama in fantasy and real life 11:06 Watching dragons before bed 13:26 Predictions for Season 3 For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co [https://open.acast.com/networks/6903aa8095ee8b18150a6546/shows/690506f33906f8011ad09a86/hatch.co]. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts [https://www.tiktok.com/@hatchpodcasts] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@hatchforsleep/shorts]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Wisconsin Merch & Stolen Montana Valor

KP Parker and Matt Bragg wander from Wisconsin lake merch to ferret racing, quiet camping, and the noble art of retiring into the woods. What You’ll Hear Lake Life and Stolen Valor: KP shares the story behind her Wisconsin shirt, her Montana sweatshirt with no Montana backstory, and the adult-brain challenge of learning to swim. Cute Animals, Questionable Roommates: Beavers, koalas, chinchillas, ferrets, and dangling caterpillars all get their sleepy little moment in the spotlight. Peace, Quiet, and One-Word Stories: KP makes the case for serene camping, then admits she was once gently scolded by a park ranger for laughing too loudly after midnight. CHAPTERS 00:00 Wisconsin merch and stolen Montana valor 02:00 Learning to swim... as an adult 03:24 Beavers, koalas, and ferrets, oh my 06:38 Chinchilla roommates and ferret smells 08:43 Ferret racing and tiny tube athletes 10:39 Dangling caterpillars 13:11 Polly’s Book Club flyer 14:20 Kid-friendly camping and protecting your peace 16:29 A park ranger story time 18:35 Adult lego problems 20:31 Goodnights For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co [https://open.acast.com/networks/6903aa8095ee8b18150a6546/shows/690506f33906f8011ad09a86/hatch.co]. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts [https://www.tiktok.com/@hatchpodcasts] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@hatchforsleep/shorts]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Skills We Wish We Had

Matt Bragg and KP Parker wonder which surprisingly attainable life skills are still worth learning. What You’ll Hear: The Skill We Missed: Matt brings a supermarket-walk revelation to the table: why aren’t we better at throwing things? The conversation drifts into running, math, and the oddly specific talents they wish they had. Treat Books & Reading Hacks: KP reveals the truth behind her speedy reading style, while Matt shares his latest sci-fi obsession. Along the way, they compare comfort reads, ambitious books, and the joy of finding stories that pull you in. LAN Parties, Sour Candy & Energy Drinks: A nostalgic detour into gaming nights leads to dangerously sour snacks, age-restricted caffeine, and a heartfelt appreciation for people who take their jobs very seriously. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro & a supermarket thought 01:24 Skills we wish we had 03:00 Running, math & speed reading 11:50 The Last of Us and favorite games 14:05 LAN party nostalgia 15:30 The world’s sourest candy 16:25 Energy drink age limits 18:35 Good nights & the Corby trouser press For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co [https://open.acast.com/networks/6903aa8095ee8b18150a6546/shows/690506f33906f8011ad09a86/hatch.co]. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts [https://www.tiktok.com/@hatchpodcasts] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@hatchforsleep/shorts]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why Would Anyone Live Near Alligators?

Matt Bragg opens the Pillow Fort phone lines for a listener with one very reasonable question: why would anyone choose to live near alligators? What You’ll Hear Costco Confessions: Matt shares the details of his latest bulk-buy receipt, from tea bags to cat litter to the mysterious items no one remembers purchasing. Alligator Anxiety: Caller Josh wonders how people calmly coexist with giant reptiles, especially when “just chilling in the water” still involves teeth. Wildlife PR Problems: Deer have Bambi, alligators have… less helpful branding. Matt and Josh consider whether fear can be normalized. CHAPTERS 00:00 Matt's Costco receipt 03:48 Caller Josh joins the Pillow Fort 04:35 Why live near alligators? 07:24 Deer, ticks, and acceptable neighbors 08:40 Alligator vs crocodile PR 10:25 Josh’s Florida alligator encounter 14:00 Can you tune out alligator fear? 17:31 Progress toward alligator acceptance 18:09 Goodnights For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co [https://open.acast.com/networks/6903aa8095ee8b18150a6546/shows/690506f33906f8011ad09a86/hatch.co]. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts [https://www.tiktok.com/@hatchpodcasts] and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@hatchforsleep/shorts]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.