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Sleepless Creatives is a sleep and well-being podcast for people in the Performing Arts and Creative industry.
Hosted and read by Actor & Voice Actor, Florence St Leger, each episode is beautifully tailored towards the minds of Actors, Writers and other creatives in the form of stories, plays, poetry and more - allowing us to take you back to the page, back to the script and back to the words you love to perform.
Because creativity is in our blood, but it's not always easy, so sometimes we need a gentle reminder of why we chose it.
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Bonus Episode: A Bedtime Collection Of Classic Theatre Monologues
jeudi 19 mars 2026 • Duration 18:02
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Hello Creators,
In this special bonus episode, we’re taking part in Podcaston 2026, where thousands of shows spotlight a charity they believe in.
Ours is the Entertainment Community Fund, formerly the Actors Fund. They’ve been supporting the entertainment community since 1882, with practical help that can change everything when life gets shaky: emergency financial assistance, mental health support, housing resources, career coaching, and more.
If you work in the performing arts, or you love someone who does, this is one to know.
How to Support:
entertainmentcommunity.org
Follow them on Instagram
To fit the performing arts theme, I asked our acting community on Instagram to inspire the readings, a soothing collection of favourite monologues from classic plays.
You’ll hear voices wrestling with betrayal and self-respect, the shock of beauty on a scrappy stage, the clarity of a calling, the dreamlike logic of memory, the moment a “doll” becomes a person again, and a king who remembers he is made of the same dust as everyone else.
It’s a calm, spoken-word listen designed for winding down, easing insomnia, and giving your nervous system something steady to follow.
If it helps you rest, please subscribe, share it with a friend, support the Entertainment Community Fund via the links, and leave a review with the monologue that stayed with you.
Sweet dreams,
Florence x
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Wolves, Tigers and Wise Words: The Jungle Book with Voice Actor Rachael Naylor
vendredi 27 février 2026 • Duration 19:38
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Hello Creators,
In the first Guest Reader episode of 2026, we invited voice actor, director, and producer Rachel Naylor to share how to build a purposeful, patient, and community-driven life in voiceover—and then we will slow the room down together with a tender reading from The Jungle Book. It’s a blend of clear-eyed creative advice and comfort, designed for performers and makers who need both courage and quiet.
Rachel opens up about twenty-five years behind the mic across commercials, promos, games, animation, and documentary, and why mentoring newer voices isn’t a side project but part of the craft.
She talks demos, directing sessions, and the daily habits that make a career resilient rather than brittle. If you’ve ever wondered how to follow your dream without burning out, her perspective is a calm, practical map: honour process, protect your energy, and keep showing up for the work you love.
This episode is for the sleepless creative who wants sustainable growth, kinder routines, and a bedtime ritual that actually works. Press play for a grounded take on voiceover life, stay for the soothing lullaby of a classic tale, and wake up with fresher focus for the work that matters. If this helped you rest or rethink your path, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a calm night, and leave a short review to help more creatives find us.
Sweet dreams,
Florence x
Find Rachael:
www.elementsdemos.com
www.instagram.com/rachael.naylor
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Sleep, Mysticism, and the Lunar Connection with Voice Actor Neha Gargava
mardi 27 mai 2025 • Duration 28:23
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Hello Creatives,
The moon's influence on human sleep patterns has long been a subject of mystical tradition, but modern science is now catching up with what yogic wisdom has known for millennia.
Today's Guest Reader, Indian voice actor and Hindi voice dubber Neha Gargava, reads a captivating article from the Isha Foundation that bridges ancient knowledge and cutting-edge research about our connection to lunar cycles.
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Dr. Horacio's groundbreaking research reveals that human sleep does indeed synchronize with the lunar cycle. Surprisingly, we experience our shortest sleep duration 3-5 days before the full moon—a pattern that aligns perfectly with how our ancestors would have utilized evening moonlight to extend their daily activities. This evolutionary adaptation continues to influence us today, even when most of us live in environments dominated by artificial light.
From the yogic perspective shared by Sadhguru, this connection is fundamental to our existence. Hatha Yoga itself represents the balance between solar and lunar energies (ha=sun, tha=moon). While Western traditions often dismissed lunar influence as causing "lunacy," Eastern wisdom recognized the moon's power to amplify our existing qualities—making the joyful more joyful, the loving more loving, and the meditative more meditative.
The article offers six practical tips for better sleep that blend ancient wisdom with modern understanding: taking a shower before bed to cleanse energetic buildup, avoiding late meals, lighting an organic oil lamp in your bedroom, reflecting on mortality before sleep, not positioning your head northward while sleeping (in the northern hemisphere), and practicing conscious release of physical and mental attachments before drifting off.
Finally, we learn about Shambhavi Mahamudra, a practice that creates a twilight state between sleeping and waking—a powerful reminder that sleep is not merely rest but a gateway to different states of consciousness. Try incorporating these simple techniques into your bedtime routine to transform your relationship with sleep and tap into wisdom that transcends time.
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The Music in this episode is Cozy Winter Days by Anthony Catacoli.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Battling Giants and Windmills in Don Quixote Chapter 8
lundi 28 avril 2025 • Duration 24:22
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Hello Creatives,
Windmills transform into fearsome giants through the eyes of our deluded knight in another captivating exploration of Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote, which has been beautifully adapted into plays, musical theatre and film performances many times since its first release.
Today we'll be reading Chapter 8 — featuring perhaps literature's most iconic scene — where imagination and reality collide spectacularly.
The episode opens with a gentle reminder to embrace spring's renewal through mindful moments. As creative people, we often hurry through life without pausing to notice the beauty surrounding us.
Take a breath, step outside, appreciate the emerging flowers, and listen to the birdsong—these small acts of mindfulness can profoundly impact your creative spirit and overall well-being.
What makes Don Quixote's windmill encounter so timelessly relevant is how perfectly it captures the creative tension between vision and reality. Despite Sancho Panza's practical warnings, our knight charges forward, utterly convinced of his heroic mission. When inevitably thrown to the ground, Quixote refuses to acknowledge his mistake, instead blaming an evil magician for transforming his giants into windmills. This remarkable capacity to maintain conviction despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary contains both warning and wisdom for creative souls. Where is the line between visionary persistence and harmful delusion?
The chapter escalates as Quixote encounters monks travelling with a lady in a coach, interpreting them as villainous magicians kidnapping a princess. His confrontation with a Biscayan squire culminates in a suspenseful duel that Cervantes masterfully leaves unresolved, perfectly capturing how our imaginations can lead us into unexpected conflicts and adventures.
Remember to follow us on Instagram for updates about next month's exciting guest reader.
What windmills are you mistaking for giants in your creative journey?
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The Music in this episode is Whisper by Reveille.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Between Passion and Fear: A Haunting Paradox in Carmilla Chapter 4
jeudi 27 mars 2025 • Duration 32:04
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Hello Creatives,
Step into the shadows of gothic horror with our reading of Chapter 4 from Sheridan Le Fanu's queer vampire classic "Carmilla."
This episode takes you deep into the unsettling relationship between our narrator and her mysterious houseguest, whose beauty is as captivating as her behaviour is disturbing.
Written 26 years before "Dracula," "Carmilla" established many vampire tropes we recognise today while exploring themes far ahead of its time. The chapter titled "Her Habits - A Saunter" introduces us to the paradoxical nature of Carmilla herself – a woman of extraordinary beauty and grace whose movements are perpetually "languid." Her refusal to discuss her past, strange sleeping habits, and aversion to food hint at her supernatural nature, while her passionate embraces leave our narrator caught between attraction and fear.
"I experienced a strange tumultuous excitement that was pleasurable, ever and anon, mingled with a vague sense of fear and disgust," confesses our narrator, capturing the disorienting effect of being simultaneously drawn to and repulsed by someone who whispers, "you are mine, you shall be mine." As mysterious deaths plague the surrounding village, the tension builds toward a revelation our narrator can't yet comprehend.
Whether you're a fan of classic horror or simply seeking the perfect accompaniment to drift into dreams, this episode offers the perfect blend of literary richness and haunting atmosphere. Follow Sleepless Creatives on social media or leave us a review to help other creators discover our sleep-inducing storytelling.
Before our main story, we talk about our collaboration with 'A Moment of Magic Foundation', a remarkable nonprofit organisation bringing joy to pediatric patients through hospital visits and creative engagement. Their volunteer, Jackie Andrea, shares their mission to improve the mental health and well-being of children facing medical challenges.
www.instagram.com/amomentofmagic
www.instagram.com/jackiedawackie
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The Music in this episode is Only by Acreage.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Snowy Tales and Festive Dreams for Sleepless Performers with Ben Bryant
jeudi 27 février 2025 • Duration 28:09
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Hello Creatives,
Drift into a world of snow-covered Welsh hillsides and childhood Christmas magic as this month's Guest Reader, Welsh actor Ben Bryant, lends his melodic voice to Dylan Thomas's beloved prose poem, "A Child's Christmas in Wales." Perfect for performers and creative minds seeking respite from busy thoughts, this episode wraps you in nostalgic comfort like a warm blanket on a winter's night.
Bryant's authentic Welsh cadence brings an extra layer of charm to Thomas's evocative language as we journey through Christmas memories that blur reality and imagination. From snowball fights and smoking sweets, to eccentric uncles slumbering after Christmas dinner and the mystery of midnight carol-singing at a stranger's door – every moment captures the wonder of childhood during the festive season.
Thomas's genius lies in transforming ordinary holiday moments into extraordinary memories through sensory-rich descriptions and gentle humor. The "wool-white, bell-tongued ball of holidays" and families gathered around fires while "the high-heaped fire spat, all ready for the chestnuts" create a timeless portrait of Christmas that resonates regardless of when or where you celebrated as a child. Bryant's thoughtful interpretation honors the lyrical quality of the text while maintaining its accessibility.
As we conclude with the narrator gazing from his bedroom window at "the moonlight and the unending smoke-colored snow," you may find your own racing thoughts settling into calm. Let this bedtime story transport you back to simpler times and guide you toward peaceful sleep.
Don't forget to follow Ben on social media through the link below, and if this reading brings you comfort, share it with another creative soul who might benefit from a moment of literary escape.
Follow Bens: www.instagram.com/mrbenbryantactor
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The Music in this episode is Cozy Winter Days by Anthony Catacoli.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse: A Timeless Bedtime Story for Creatives
lundi 27 janvier 2025 • Duration 11:31
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Hello Creatives,
The perfect antidote to New Year pressure arrives in our first 2025 episode, where we explore the gentle art of self-compassion during a season that demands immediate transformation.
Just because it's a new year, it doesn't mean that you need to be climbing mountains straight away. Remember to create space for yourself, especially if you're still processing the previous year. This timely message acknowledges that while some friends may be sprinting into January, your walking pace is equally valid. For creatives especially, we often measure ourselves against impossible standards — give yourself permission to progress at your own rhythm, enjoy a cool drink in the desert of life's demands.
Drift off with this nostalgic reading of Beatrix Potter's "The Tale of Mrs Tittlemouse," creating a perfect bedtime experience for restless creative minds.
I also share my personal connection to Potter's works, recalling how these stories formed a cherished ritual in my childhood, with my mother reading them each night.
We're invited into the world of the fastidiously tidy Mrs Tittlemouse, whose ordered existence beneath a hedge is disrupted by unwelcome visitors. The story's themes of boundaries, intrusion, and reclaiming one's space resonate surprisingly well with the creative struggle to protect our time and energy.
Whether you're seeking permission to ease into the new year without guilt, or simply need a comforting story to help you drift off to sleep, this episode wraps you in understanding while gently validating that your pace—whatever it may be—is exactly right.
Follow us on social media or leave a review to join our community of sleepless creatives finding rest together.
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The music in this episode is Dawning by Ian Kelosky.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
The Goblin's Christmas: Festive Folklore for Sleepless Minds
mardi 24 décembre 2024 • Duration 13:42
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Hello Creatives,
Step into a world of holiday magic as we close out 2024 with a spellbinding Christmas episode. Let me welcome you to a cosy fireside reading of "The Goblin's Christmas," an enchanting poem from 1908 by Elizabeth Anderson that perfectly captures the mischievous spirit of the season.
This festive tale transports you to Goblin Town, where magical beings gather under the moonlight for revelry and pranks. When Kris Kringle appears with his sleigh and reindeer, the goblins attempt to capture him—only to discover he possesses powerful magic of his own. Through beautiful, rhythmic verses, we follow this Christmas adventure as Santa cleverly transforms these troublesome sprites into toys for children around the world.
Whether you're winding down after holiday festivities or seeking a moment of tranquillity during the busiest time of year, this gentle reading provides the perfect soundtrack for drifting into peaceful slumber.
Join us for this magical conclusion to our year, and stay tuned for more enchanting bedtime stories and creative inspirations in 2025.
We've already lined up wonderful new guest readers and exciting collaborations to help fuel your creative dreams in the coming year.
The episode also brings exciting news as we announce our collaboration with Acting Hub UK, a valuable free resource for performers and creators.
Founder Vlad makes a special appearance to introduce the platform's mission of elevating actors and their projects.
Check out ActingHubUK:
And as I reflect on a year of tremendous growth for Sleepless Creatives, I want to extend heartfelt thanks to our loyal listeners who have made 2024 so special.
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The Music in this episode is Deck The Halls by Solitude.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Where Do Fairies Hide? Actor & Director Nim McQuin's Lyrical Exploration of the Mystical
mercredi 27 novembre 2024 • Duration 25:43
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Hello Creatives,
Drift into the enchanted realm of fairy poetry as actor and director Nim McQuin reads from "The Fairy Green" by Rose Fyleman in this special guest reader episode. Nim shares her personal connection to bedtime poetry–a cherished tradition started by her Auntie Mary–while reading from a book with its own magical history, once belonging to Worthing Girls County High School.
The poems create a tapestry of fairy encounters spanning various locations and seasons.
From delicate fairy queens perched on dragonflies to goblin knights pledging service, each verse paints vivid imagery of magical beings who exist just beyond our everyday perception.
We journey through dappled forests, secretive islands, and even Smith Square in Westminster, where dignified houses by day transform into fairy gathering places by night.
The collection reveals how different trees assist fairy life – the larch provides sewing needles, the oak crafts cups, and the elder and hazel supply refreshments for their revelry.
These gentle, lyrical poems serve as the perfect bridge between wakefulness and dreams.
Nim's soothing voice guides us through descriptions of fairy music, messengers, and the mysterious Dunsley Glen, transporting listeners to a world where imagination reigns and creative minds find rest.
Whether you're seeking inspiration or peaceful slumber, this episode offers a magical escape from the demands of everyday life.
Follow Nim on Instagram: www.instagram.com/justcallmenim
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The Music in this episode is Cozy Winter Days by Anthony Catacoli.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
Haunted Hearts and Headless Specters in Part 1 of Irving's Timeless Halloween Story
dimanche 27 octobre 2024 • Duration 38:12
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Hello Creatives,
Ever felt that chill down your spine when walking alone on an autumn night? That's the feeling we capture in our Halloween special as we bring the first half of Washington Irving's classic "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" to vivid life through an atmospheric reading.
Join me on a haunting journey to the bewitched glen of Sleepy Hollow, where shadows seem to move of their own accord and local tales speak of a terrifying Headless Horseman who gallops through the night searching for his lost head. This beloved American ghost story has captivated readers and viewers for generations through numerous adaptations, including Tim Burton's 1999 film and Disney's 1949 animated feature.
Our reading plunges you into Irving's rich, atmospheric prose as we meet Ichabod Crane, the superstitious schoolmaster whose gangly frame and peculiar nature make him both a figure of fun and sympathy. Feel the tension mount as Ichabod pursues the affections of the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel, daughter of a wealthy farmer, while competing against the formidable local hero Brom Bones. The descriptions vividly portray a community where supernatural beliefs are woven into everyday existence, showing early American rural life.
What makes this story perfect for Halloween isn't just its ghostly elements, but Irving's masterful balance of humour, romance, and genuine spine-tingling atmosphere. Whether you're rediscovering a childhood favourite or experiencing this classic for the first time, our reading offers the perfect accompaniment to the darkening autumn nights.
Curl up somewhere comfortable, perhaps with a warm drink as the wind rustles outside, and let us transport you to Sleepy Hollow, where the boundary between the natural and supernatural world grows thin.
We'd love to hear about your favourite ghost stories or Halloween traditions – share them with us on social media or in the comments!
Sleep Tight,
Florence x
The music in this episode is Tippy Toe by VOLK.
Our Links:
Do you want to feature as one of our Guest Readers in your own special episode? If you work or study in the Performing Arts or Creative Industry in any capacity, we would love to have you.
Applications open on 1st September every year, follow us on Instagram to keep up with the announcements!
Sleepless Creatives is hosted by Florence St Leger, and produced by Canary Studios.
The opening theme is Reflection by Birds of Norway.
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