Stories from the Village of Nothing Much
In the Village of Nothing Much, everyday life is full of glimmers of ordinary magic. From the Inn on the Lake to the Farmer’s Market, from the bookshop in downtown to the cabin in the woods, enjoy soothing stories that lean into small pleasures and celebrate community. Based on the enormously popular podcast Nothing Much Happens, these family-friendly stories are an antidote to anxiety and a dose of simple goodness. Listen on your commute, on a walk, or whenever you want to visit a place where people are kind and simple things are enjoyed.
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Rest and Relaxation
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Sunrise and Spring Days (Encore)
Originally aired March 3, 2025 (Episode 63)
Our stories today indulge us in some simple springtime pleasures. We’ll start with Sunrise at the Cabin, with coffee in our cup and a dog by our side. Then we’ll tackle a bit of spring cleaning as we empty the shelves, wipe them down and restock them with favorite treats and staples in The Pantry. Finally, we’ll straddle the edge of the season as March makes up her mind in In Like a Lamb.
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A Breath of Fresh Air
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Theater Walking Tour
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Glimmers of Magic
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A Little Romance (Encore)
Originally aired February 12, 2024, as Episode 10
Our stories today all hold a seed of love and romance for the villagers of Nothing Much.
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Valentine's at the Inn
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Valentine Walking Tour
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Deep Winter
If you need to take a break in the cozy world of Nothing Much, I have three wintery stories for you today. ☃️❄️
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Winter Getaway (Encore)
(Originally Presented as Episode 5 on January 7th, 2024.)
Our stories today take us away to a snowy mountainside and a cabin tucked into the trees. We’ll follow the bookseller as she rides the funicular and settles in at her cabin, then treks out to the chalet for tea and stunning views in parts one and two of Winter Getaway. Then, in part three, we’ll let Chef take over the narrative as they prepare a simple bowl of something warm and comforting to share in their kitchen.
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Small Adventures
Small Adventures lead to Big Joy.
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Say Yes Club Walking Tour
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Ending the Year at 100
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Streetlights, Christmas Trees, and The Inn (Encore)
Originally presented as Episode 52, December 16, 2024.
Our stories today have us deep into holiday excitement in the Village. We’ll stop by the bookstore in Snow and Streetlights and pursue the shelves, sip some hot cocoa, and smile at the merriment in downtown. Then we’ll unwrap the buildings of the little Christmas village, plugging in their bulbs and arranging them on the tree skirt in Under the Tree. Finally, we’ll head out to the Inn, where they are getting ready for a week of guests. The mantle is decorated, and from the windows in the ballroom, you ca...
A Yuletide Menagerie
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Holiday Walking Tour
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End of Autumn Joy
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Cabin Stories (Encore)
Originally Presented as Episode 45
Our stories today are tales about a small A-frame cabin deep in the woods. We’ll visit it as fallen leaves gather in piles around the garden, then further into autumn when chill rain begins to fall, and finally a winter visit with the first deep snow of the season. We’ll spark a fire in the grate, choose a jigsaw puzzle from the stack in the closet, eat well, and sleep deep.
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The Great Indoors
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The Train Station and Bakery Walking Tour
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All Hallows' Eve in the Village
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Sycamore and the Gravestones, Parts 1 - 3 (Encore)
Originally presented as Episode 45, October 28, 2024
Our stories today take us into the warm Curios Shop on a chilly day, out to the Inn to investigate a dark knot in a tall tree in the side yard, and through the iron gate at the graveyard to read the names on the stones. We’ll sip tea, consider our dreams, find friends, and mend what is broken in Sycamore and the Gravestones parts 1, 2, & 3.
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Autumn Pleasures
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Spooky Season Walking Tour
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Spectator Stories (Encore)
Originally presented as Episode 38, September 9, 2024
Our stories today highlight some lovely spectator experiences in the Village of Nothing Much. We’ll settle into the joy of stepping back and observing. First, we’ll stroll down to the park and toss a blanket over the grass, where we can listen to the crack of the bat as the inning passes in At the Diamond. Then we’ll button up a flannel shirt, stop for a cup of hot cider, and climb to the top section in In the Bleachers. Finally, we’ll settle in on the pati...
Lavender Farm and Apple Orchard Walking Tour
On this Village walking tour, we’ll wander tree-lined streets, admire charming houses, peek into little free libraries, and meet neighbors with their pups. Along the way, we’ll chase the ice cream truck, stop at blooming gardens, and greet familiar friends like Ladybug, Crumb, Birdie, and Marmalade — ending the evening under a sky of crickets, fireflies, and stars.
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...Silence and Sunflowers
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The Beginning of a Love Story (Encore)
Originally aired August 19, 2024
Our stories today are part of a larger arc that started with the most popular residents of the Village, Marmalade the Cat, and her little brother, Crumb the Dog. I’d set out to just tell the next part of their story, but found a spark that would eventually lead to love. First comes Raining Cats and Dogs, where we can listen to the thunder, shuffle around the house in the dim, stormy light, and contemplate plans for the day. Then we’ll hear Old Friends, a story about a day spent watching movies on t...
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The Village Green Walking Tour
This week, we explore the people, places, and history of the Village Green.
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A Hot Summer Day, Spent Three Ways
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Pasta, The River, and a Sunken Garden (Encore)
Originally presented as Episode 29, July 8, 2024
Our stories today lean into the romance and sentimental feelings of the summer. We’ll start with In the Kitchen, During a Storm, as the wind picks up and the Pomodoro sauce simmers on the stove. This story, by the way, mentions alcohol, in case that doesn’t work for you and you need to skip it. Then we’ll put the river on our left and roll down the windows as we visit The Turnaround; we’ll look out at the lighthouses and creep close to the shore to listen to the wate...
Rain Clouds, Butterflies, and Lightning Bugs
Original Episodes: "Heirloom" Season 12, Episode 6 "The Village Races" Season 14, Episode 13 "Fireflies On a Summer Night" Season 3, Episode 11
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The Neighborhood Walking Tour
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The Library and Slow Living
Our stories today take us through some ways folks in the Village are spending their days and evenings in the early summer. We’ll start by laying the table under the string lights in the garden and pulling up chairs with friends in The Dinner Bell. Then we’ll see where the night takes us, from the park to the lot on the edge of town, with bubbles and blankets in at The Drive-In. Finally, we’ll slow down, take some deep breaths, and reset by arriving Early to Yoga.
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Wind, Rain, and Hummingbirds (Encore)
Originally presented as Episode 26, June 10, 2024
Our stories today celebrate some of the joys of being outside in the changing weather of the summer. First in Wind and Wildflowers, we’ll hike the trail behind the house, listen for woodpeckers, and watch the grasses sway in the wind. Then in Rain and Shine, we’ll finish up some work in the garden, take a long hot shower, and eat dinner on the porch, as the storm rolls in. Finally, in Hummingbird, after a good night’s sleep, we’ll step outside with a glass of iced cof...
Spending Time, In the Early Summer
Our stories today take us through some ways folks in the Village are spending their days and evening in the early summer. We’ll start by laying the table under the string lights in the garden and pulling up chairs with friends in The Dinner Bell. Then we’ll see where the night takes us, from the blanket in the part to the lot on the edge of town, with bubbles and blankets in At The Drive-In. Finally we’ll slow down, take some deep breaths and reset by arriving Early to Yoga.
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The Inn Walking Tour, Part 2
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Downtown Shops
Our stories today carry us into downtown Nothing Much. We’ll start at The Hardware Store, where we’ll gather a few needful things and listen in on the local gossip. Then we’ll head to The Bicycle Shop to watch a dream become a living and strap on a helmet before the big ride. Finally we’ll stroll down to the farmer’s market for Flower Day to browse the sidewalk sales and pick out blooms for the front steps.
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