Get Sleepy: "Nina’s Dreamy Flying Field Trip"

Podcast: Get Sleepy: Sleep meditation and stories
Host: Slumber Studios
Narrator: Heather
Episode Release: September 17, 2025

Episode Overview

In this soothing episode, listeners rejoin Nina, a young witch-in-training, as she embarks on her very first flying field trip to the big city with her classmates. Guided by their teacher, Ms. Teak, the girls set out to explore the professional world of witchcraft by visiting a magical emporium bustling with enchanting shops and characters. Along the way, Nina’s familiar, Iris the gray kitten, sneaks along for the adventure. The story gently unfolds in a dreamy, calming tone—perfect for bedtime.

Key Discussion Points & Story Highlights

1. Preparing for Rest and the Journey (08:17–09:00 approx.)

• Mindful transition into the story:
  Listeners are invited to relax, settle in bed, and imagine clearing away mental clutter—an invitation to prepare both mind and body for restful sleep.

  • “Your mind can feel like a garden after a storm… Take the time to clear everything away… Bundle everything away until all you are left with is a quiet place of nature and peace.”
    — Thomas, [07:29]

• Setting the scene:
  Nina waits with her broomstick, eager and fidgety as Ms. Teak’s final preparations for the field trip take longer than the girls would like.

2. Flying to the City: Adventure Begins (09:00–16:00)

• Saying goodbye to familiars:
  Not all familiars join; most kittens prefer forest adventures. Iris, however, is determined to stay with Nina, sneaking aboard in her bag.

• First long journey by broom:

  • The girls fly in a V formation for efficiency, with Ms. Teak leading the way.
  • High above, they admire the patchwork land below: endless forests, neat orchards, and sprawling fields.
  • “Nina thinks it looks like a green and yellow patchwork quilt.”
    — Narrator, [15:10]

• The city comes into view:
  The landscape changes from verdant fields to clusters of buildings as the city gradually reveals itself, with bridges, canals, and rooftop vistas.

  • “Nina, for the first time, begins to realize how many people there are in the city.”
    — Narrator, [16:55]

3. The Old Familiar Cafe (16:00–21:00)

• A historical witch hangout:
  Ms. Teak introduces the girls to the Old Familiar, a cafe with rooms for travelers, famous as a restful spot for witches for centuries.
• Charming details:
  Inside, teacups of every imaginable design, a floating tray delivering drinks, and a wisteria growing across the ceiling set a magical, comforting scene.
• A moment of rest:
  The girls eat their lunches and sip personalized tea; Nina's is apple cinnamon in a cup adorned with green ivy.

4. Exploring the City’s Magical Shops (21:00–29:00)

• Magical shops and bustling life:
  The group meanders through a corridor of shops brimming with peculiar and enchanting items, from apothecaries to craftspeople.

• Arrival at the magical emporium:

  • A breathtaking glass-domed building, sparkling with rainbow light.
  • “It looks like it's been cut from pure crystal.”
    — Narrator, [23:49]

5. Meeting Magical Professionals – Three Encounters

A. The Blacksmith (24:00–26:45)

• Workshop wonders:
  • Nina visits a master blacksmith, watching the crafting of enchanted items like swords, tiaras, and even seven league boots that keep trying to run away.
  • The blacksmith welcomes Nina, proudly showcasing each station and explaining their work.
  • “This compass doesn't point north. It points to wherever she wants to go.”
    — Blacksmith, [26:32]
• A magical gift:
  The blacksmith gives Nina a unique compass as a memento.

B. The Potion Master (26:45–28:15)

• A welcoming space:
  Nina enters a shop reminiscent of her grandmother’s kitchen and is offered ginger cookies and chamomile tea.
• Live potion-making:
  The potion master creates a custom love potion on the spot, tailoring each brew for the customer with encyclopedic knowledge.
  • “Every mixture she creates is adapted for the person who ordered it… she can create something without the use of recipes.”
    — Narrator, [27:45]
• Inspiration:
  Nina aspires to become as skilled in potion-brewing.

C. The Fortune Teller (28:15–29:40)

• A mysterious entry:
  At the building’s top, Nina finds a humble, signless fortune teller’s shop marked only by a blue eye.
• A brief reading:
  The young fortune teller uses cards and a crystal ball, then reads Nina’s palm.
  • “I find the answers… I don’t always tell them, though.”
    — Fortune teller, [29:20]
• A magical transition:
  Suddenly, Nina and Iris find themselves back on the emporium’s main floor, suggesting a magical or dreamlike shift.

6. Journey Home & Reflections (29:40–End)

• Departure:
  Ms. Teak gathers the group. They collect their brooms from the Old Familiar and fly home as the city falls away beneath them.

• Sense of belonging:
  As they near the forest, Nina feels the comfort of home and her bond with Iris.

  • “It's a big world out here, but Nina and Iris know where they want to be. Home at last.”
    — Narrator, [Final moments]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Mindful Sleep Preparation:
  “Rake up the scattered leaves like they are the last few cares. Bundle everything away until all you are left with is a quiet place of nature and peace.”
  — Thomas, [07:35]

• Admiring the Patchwork World from Above:
  “Nina thinks it looks like a green and yellow patchwork quilt.”
  — Narrator, [15:10]

• The Blacksmith’s Magical Gift:
  “This compass doesn't point north. It points to wherever she wants to go.”
  — Blacksmith, [26:32]

• The Potions Master’s Wisdom:
  “Every mixture she creates is adapted for the person who ordered it… she can create something without the use of recipes.”
  — Narrator, [27:45]

• The Enigmatic Fortune Teller:
  “I find the answers… I don’t always tell them, though.”
  — Fortune teller, [29:20]

Important Timestamps

• 08:17 – Story begins: Nina waits for the field trip to start
• 09:45 – The girls take to the sky in V formation
• 15:10 – Nina admires fields like a “patchwork quilt”
• 16:55 – First smiles at the city’s vastness and liveliness
• 18:45 – Arrival at The Old Familiar cafe
• 22:40 – Entering the magical emporium
• 24:00 – Visit to the blacksmith workshop
• 26:35 – The compass gift
• 26:45 – Nina meets the potions master
• 28:15 – Nina visits the fortune teller
• 29:40 – Group regathers and prepares for journey home
• [End] – Return to the comfort of home

Tone and Atmosphere

The narration is tranquil, immersive, and richly detailed, carrying the whimsical warmth and gentle curiosity of Nina’s perspective. Magical realism blends seamlessly with subtle humor and cozy kindness, crafting an environment ideal for unwinding and falling asleep.

Final Reflections

“Nina’s Dreamy Flying Field Trip” is a gentle, imaginative tale guiding listeners on a journey of wonder, discovery, and comfort. The episode seamlessly marries serene imagery and lightly magical adventure with the core themes of curiosity, growing confidence, and the comforts of home. Perfect for a restful night’s sleep.