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Lore Sleep: Secrets of the Forgotten Realms

Mark Stiehl

Leisure

Frequency: 1 episode/21d. Total Eps: 29

Lore Sleep: Secrets of the Forgotten Realms is a sleep podcast designed to help ease you into a restful night's sleep while sharing the hidden histories and lore of the Forgotten Realms Dungeons and Dragons setting. Each episode will feature a creature, location, or legendary figure from the Forgotten Realms, their stories and lore, as well as their real world inspirations. Please get comfortable, and enjoy a well earned rest as you dive into the Secrets of the Forgotten Realms.

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#80
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28/07/2026
#32

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The Cataclysms of the Forgotten Realms

Season 1 · Episode 29

Monday, August 11, 2025 • Duration 55:15

The Forgotten Realms are no stranger to strife and destruction, but some events will be forever remembered in history: The Sunderings, the Spellplague, and the Time of Troubles. We've briefly touched on these events in previous episodes, but tonight, it is time to look into each of them in more detail.

Official art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter and @Venom_For_Free on Bluesky, with music created by Faefield Productions. This show is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. If you enjoy my voice and work, feel free to check out my website, www.MarkStiehl.com, or follow me on Bluesky @StiehlVA. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can also be sent to me at MarkStiehlVA@gmail.com.

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Eilistraee, the Dark Maiden

Season 1 · Episode 27

Monday, May 12, 2025 • Duration 45:46

Of all the gods of the Dark Seldarine, only one is truly dedicated to restoring the drow to peace with the people of the surface. A being of beauty whose dance reminds her people of long-forgotten days of tranquility, the goddess Eilistraee will not rest until all her people have been saved from the evil of Lolth.

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The Tarrasque

Season 1 · Episode 26

Monday, April 21, 2025 • Duration 32:03

The Forgotten Realms are no stranger to terrifying creatures and world-ending events, but one monster stands above the rest when it comes to its destructive capabilities. A creature so powerful that nearly every player who has sat at a Dungeons and Dragons table has at least heard its name, and the reputation that precedes it. Tonight, we are discussing the Tarrasque. One of the most powerful creatures to ever exist in D&D, and also one of the most mysterious.

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25 Episode Special - Elfapalooza

Season 1 · Episode 25

Monday, April 7, 2025 • Duration 02:04:28

What's this? A mega episode with our very first guest?? Let's talk about ELVES baby! Join Mark and guest host Kenzie as they dive into all things Elven in the Forgotten Realms, and all the side tangents that go along with it.

This episode features brand new music from Faefield Productions, and new show art from @Venom_For_Free on Bluesky. If you enjoy Kenzie's expertise and work, check her out on Instagram @Cupids.Inkwell or on Tumblr and AO3 @TimeForElfNonsense.

This show is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. If you enjoy my work, please feel free to check me out on Bluesky @StiehlVA, or at my website, MarkStiehl.com.

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Silverymoon, the Gem of the North

Season 1 · Episode 24

Monday, March 17, 2025 • Duration 01:12:50

Among the Savage Frontier of the North, there are very few bastions of safety amongst the wilds. But one of those bastions happens to be one of the greatest troves of magical knowledge in Faerûn - Silverymoon, home of the legendary Alustriel Silverhand, the Gem of the North.

Official art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music created by Faefield Productions. This show is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. If you enjoy my voice and work, feel free to check out my website, www.MarkStiehl.com, or follow me on Bluesky @StiehlVA. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can also be sent to me at MarkStiehlVA@gmail.com.

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Gargauth, the Tenth Lord of the Nine

Season 1 · Episode 23

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 • Duration 50:57

The Lords of the Nine, the rulers of the Nine Hells of Baator, are as formidable as they are legendary, and for good reason. But what if I were to tell you that there existed a devil outside their ranks, outside the Hells entirely, with the potential to destroy them all? Tonight, we discuss the enigma who is Gargauth, the Hidden Lord, the Lord Who Watches, Tenth Lord of the Nine.

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The Rakshasa

Season 1 · Episode 22

Monday, February 3, 2025 • Duration 48:28

Despite the myriad of villains and horrors that exist in Dungeons and Dragons, there is only one creature that is openly called the "embodiment of evil" by those within the forgotten realms. Tonight, we explore the reason for that, as we dive into the cunning masterminds behind the many corruptions of Faerun.

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music created by FaeField Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. If you enjoy my voice and work, feel free to check out my website, MarkStiehl.com, or follow me on social media @StiehlVA. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can be sent to me at MarkStiehlVA@gmail.com.

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Lore Sleep: Best of 2024

Season 1 · Episode 21

Monday, January 13, 2025 • Duration 04:58:44

Happy New Year! While I get back on track with research after a crazy holiday season, we celebrate 1 year of Lore Sleep by revisiting my favorite episodes of 2024. Thank you all for your incredible support, and here's to even more in 2025!

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The Holy City of Elturel

Season 1 · Episode 20

Monday, December 23, 2024 • Duration 53:16

One of the safest cities in Faerûn, and favored by the gods of justice and law, Elturel is one of the few to truly earn the title of "Holy City." Today, we discuss its history, their legendary Hellriders, and the culture behind this fascinating city.

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. If you enjoy my voice and work, you can find me on social media @StiehlVA. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can also be sent to MarkStiehlVA@gmail.com.

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Selûne and Shar - the Moonmaiden and the Nightsinger

Season 1 · Episode 19

Monday, December 9, 2024 • Duration 31:16

How is it that two of the oldest goddesses in Toril came to be at eternal war with each other?

Art fort this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. The story sections of this episode were written by Fio LeFay, see more of her work on Tumblr and AO3 @TimeForElfNonsense.

This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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