The Imperfect Bedtime Routine w/ Greta Johnsen

The Imperfect Bedtime Routine w/ Greta Johnsen

Greta Johnsen talks to a caller about bedtime routines, imperfect habits, and the small rituals that help a busy household wind down. What You’ll Hear The Myth of the Perfect Routine: Virginia shares what evenings actually look like in her Brooklyn home, from late dinners and dog walks to navigating a teenager’s sudden bursts of nighttime creativity. The 87 Percent Club: Greta explores why routines don’t have to be perfect to be helpful, and how a little self-compassion can make bedtime feel a lot less like homework. Tiny Rituals, Big Comfort: From horoscopes and short stories to beloved lip balms and the joy of a perfectly dialed-in mattress, a conversation about the little things that make bedtime feel like home. CHAPTERS 01:13 Meet Virginia from Brooklyn 03:49 What an ideal evening looks like 07:49 Short stories for winding down 09:00 Letting go of bedtime perfection 13:00 Finding a show to watch together 17:24 Favorite lip balms 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.

A Helpful Bedtime Ghost w/ Greta Johnsen

Greta Johnsen takes a call about mysterious nighttime noises, possible ghosts, and the surprisingly practical perks of a haunted house. What You’ll Hear The Ghost Test: When weird sounds, misplaced keys, and flickering lights could just as easily be everyday life, how would you know if a ghost had moved in? Greta and caller Alex investigate. Tea, Spices, and Other Evidence: A conversation that wanders delightfully through chamomile pronunciations, alphabetized spice racks, and the comfort of a well-earned bedtime routine. Dream House Haunting: If a ghost were real, could it do something useful? From making iced tea to changing fitted sheets, Greta and Alex imagine the ultimate sleep-supportive spirit. CHAPTERS 01:25 A mysterious nighttime noise 05:00 The spice rack test 10:49 Chamomile tea talk 16:43 Designing the ideal bedtime ghost 17:28 Goodnight to Mom 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.

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.