Sleeping Pill with Inka
288 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -Season Three
Hello, Darlings! Welcome to Sleeping Pill, your safe space online.
Relax, leave your worries behind, and allow Inka to program your mind with her soothing voice as she reads you a curated selection of exemplary literary works to lull you into much-needed sleep.
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Episodes
Night One Hundred Thirty Four: This is What Makes Us Worlds
May 06, 2022 09:55 - 8 minutes - 19.1 MBAs “planets are smashed into oblivion…”, let your love fill the air. Fill yourself with courage to deviate from comfort, and let yourself grow. Sit back, relax, and surrender yourself to liberation as I read to you through Joshua Jennifer Espinoza’s "This is What Makes Is Worlds".
Night One Hundred Thirty Three: You’re Not Stuck
May 04, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes - 12.9 MBEach step is a decision; and each road is a chance. It’s up to you to take it—to live it. You may feel lost along the way, wanting to escape the heavy chains of doubt and fear, but darling, let me tell you this… only you hold the key in setting yourself free.
Night One Hundred Thirty Two: Up-Hill
May 02, 2022 10:50 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MBTonight, remind yourself that it's okay to slow down and take it easy after all the hustle and bustle you’ve done for the day. Allow yourself to relax and fall into deep slumber as I read Christina Rossetti’s Up-Hill to you.
Night One Hundred Thirty One: The Way Love Looked With You
April 29, 2022 11:15 - 10 minutes - 25.1 MBLove can take any shape and form, from touch, to words of affirmations. Love can also be given and taken at any place. Love is, just as it is… love; and it is your own. Tonight, we read a piece by Becky Curl: The Way Love Looked With You, to remind us that no matter what love might show... we all deserve it.
Night One Hundred Thirty: Meditation for Sleep
April 27, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 32.9 MBIn a world of busy lives, find comfort in this safe bubble. Reminder: you are allowed to rest. After a day of responsibilities, due dates, and draining productivity, take this time to pause; settle in, with thoughts of this well-deserved rest, and surrender to slumber.
Night One Hundred Twenty Nine: Resilience
April 25, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 19 MBTonight is the time to rest and rekindle your strength — a time to clear your mind and focus on “now.” Pause, and recharge as we read Sylvia Plath’s Mushrooms, Langston Hughes’ Still Here, and Tupac Shakur’s The Rose that Grew from Concrete.
Night One Hundred Twenty Eight: Be Kind to Yourself, Even When You Feel You’re the Worst
April 23, 2022 11:33 - 8 minutes - 18.7 MBMistakes, guilt, embarrassment — oftentimes, we find ourselves trapped in self-pity because of our imperfections. Today, we read Kelly Douglas’ Be Kind to Yourself, Even When You Feel Like You’re The Worst, to remind us to always afford ourselves more patience and understanding.
Night One Hundred Twenty Seven: The Kind Of Love That’s Still Worth Believing In
April 21, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 20.9 MBTonight, we will talk about love, the kind that makes us believe in love. Come join me in our little bubble in a night of love, rest and meditation as I read to you Charlotte Green’s The Kind Of Love That's Still Worth Believing In.
Night One Hundred Twenty Six: Family Can Be Who You Choose
April 19, 2022 10:19 - 10 minutes - 23.9 MBThere’s no doubt that blood ties are strong, but it is love and support that establishes true family. Join me, in our safe space, tonight, as I read to you Antoinette Chanel’s “Family Can Be Who You Choose”
Night One Hundred Twenty Five: Haiku Poetry Day
April 17, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 23.5 MBTonight let's rediscover the traditional literary art of Haiku Poetry. Join us find rest with relaxing renditions of 9 striking Haiku poems in celebration of Haiku Poetry Day!
Night One Hundred Twenty Four: She Walks in Beauty
April 15, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 18.4 MBIt's hard to see the beauty that surrounds you when faced with harsh realities and uncertainty. So forget all your worries and focus on all things beautiful, as we read Lord George Gordo Byron’s poem, She Walks in Beauty.
Night One Hundred Twenty Three: Read This When Your Future Feels Uncertain
April 13, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 26.4 MBTonight, let all the uncertainty you feel melt away as you focus on acknowledging the progress that you have made so far. Surrender to the now, and allow yourself to be at ease as we read Becky Curl’s Read This When Your Future Feels Uncertain.
Night One Hundred Twenty Two: National Pet Day
April 11, 2022 10:14 - 4 minutes - 10.3 MBWhether your pet barks or meows, squeaks or chirps, all pets should be celebrated. Go and give your furry best friend a cuddle, as we read an excerpt from Angela Diterlizzi's "Some Pets" for National Pet Day!
Night One Hundred Twenty One
April 09, 2022 10:48 - 10 minutes - 24 MBHello my Darlings! Welcome to our little bubble! Join me, keep stress at bay for the night, as we focus on rest and relaxation. Clear your thoughts with these affirmations, as we celebrate National Stress Awareness Month this April.
Night One Hundred Twenty
April 07, 2022 10:58 - 14 minutes - 16.7 MBHello there! We often forget how powerful self-affirmations are. Join me in this episode of Sleeping Pill as I read to you 50 Positive Affirmations You Should Tell Yourself. May these positive thoughts bring you restful sleep, and even better dreams.
Night One Hundred Nineteen
April 05, 2022 10:33 - 9 minutes - 21.9 MBHey there! This episode is made especially for you. Yes, you. Surrender all your worries as I read you Rania Naim’s Self Love is the Best Form of Healing.
Night One Hundred Eighteen
April 03, 2022 10:59 - 8 minutes - 20.3 MBHello my Sweet Little Darlings! It's #FindARainbowDay today! Have you found any today? If you haven't, let's find one together as we read Esther's Rainbow by Kim Kane and Sara Acton.
April Foolishness
April 01, 2022 13:21 - 6 minutes - 16 MBHi Little Darlings! In celebration of April Fools’ day, join me in our little bubble as I read to you Teresa Bateman’s April Foolishness. Snuggle in, relax, and rest from all the pranks you’ve pulled off today.
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April 01, 2022 11:31 - 33 seconds - 1.28 MBHello Darlings! Welcome to another night of Sleeping Pill. Come join us for another relaxing night of meditation, here in our bubble, where we have wonderful sleep and even more wonderful dreams.
Night One Hundred Sixteen
March 30, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 27.1 MBHey there! As women’s month comes to an end, we pay tribute to Filipina poet, fiction writer, teacher, and literary critic, Edith Cutaran Lopez-Tiempo. Come join me as I read you to sleep with her amazing literary works, Bonsai and What Distance Gives.
Night One Hundred Fifteen
March 28, 2022 10:20 - 7 minutes - 17.9 MBHi there! Have you been sleeping well? Join me as I guide you through meditation to help you sleep. Lie down, snuggle in, listen to my voice, and let it carry you to restful sleep.
Night One Hundred Fourteen
March 26, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 27 MBHello there little one! We’re celebrating Earth Day today! And what better way to celebrate than reading Todd Parr’s The Earth Book! Listen in, and snuggle into bed, as we hear how we can help take care of Mother Earth, as well as it is taking care of us.
Night One Hundred Thirteen
March 24, 2022 13:39 - 7 minutes - 17.2 MBHello there! We continue our tribute to women around the globe tonight, featuring the works of Emily Dickinson. Join me for another relaxing night, here on #SleepingPillwithInka.
Night One Hundred Twelve
March 22, 2022 13:06 - 8 minutes - 19.5 MBHey there! This evening, in our continued celebration of Women’s Month, we feature the lyrics to The Willow Maid, a song written Kate Covington, or better known as Erutan on YouTube!
Night One Hundred Eleven
March 20, 2022 12:07 - 6 minutes - 15.2 MBHi Little Darlings! Did you know that today is the International Day of Happiness? Come celebrate this with me tonight as I read to you, Alyssa Burrows’ short story The Jar of Happiness.
Night One Hundred Ten
March 19, 2022 12:14 - 5 minutes - 13.2 MBHi there! This women’s month, we celebrate by reading works of astounding women authors. Tonight we feature an ancient piece written by the Greek poet, Sappho. Find respite as I read to you her lyrical poem, Ode to Aphrodite.
Night One Hundred Nine
March 17, 2022 11:46 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBHello there little Darlings! It’s St. Patrick’s Day today! And as a lucky little treat, we’re reading an excerpt from Adam Wallace’s How to Catch a Leprechaun.
Night One Hundred Eight
March 15, 2022 11:41 - 12 minutes - 27.9 MBHello there! Tonight, we continue to pay tribute to the amazing women by reading the words of Indian political activist, and poet, Sarojini Naidu. Join us for another night of rest and relaxation, here, at Sleeping with Inka.
Night One Hundred Seven
March 13, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 29.3 MBHello there! It has been a full month of commemorating the amazing women that have made a great impact in our lives. For tonight, we feature an excerpt from Oprah Winfrey's speech, Destiny.
Night One Hundred Six
March 11, 2022 10:06 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MBHello Darling! In tribute to the amazing women that have had a great impact in history, and our lives, we feature, tonight, TULIPS, written by another amazing woman poet, Sylvia Plath. Join us for another relaxing night, here, on Sleeping Pill with Inka.
Night One Hundred Five
March 09, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 29.8 MBHello little darlings! Did you know that March is Women’s Month? In celebration, tonight, we will be reading a short story about a little girl named Nina. This story is entitled Hand Over Hand, written by Alma Fullerton.
Night One Hundred Four
March 08, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 20.8 MBHello there! In commemoration of International Women’s Day, we read to you a poem by Maya Angelou entitled Phenomenal Woman, dedicated to all the phenomenal women in my community. May this poem give you the strength to brave your daily struggles and encourage you to thrive in the paths that you have chosen for yourself.
Night One Hundred Three
March 05, 2022 12:58 - 16 minutes - 37.7 MBHi Darlings! Welcome back to another episode of Sleeping Pill! Join me in our safe space tonight as I read to you an excerpt from the debut novel of veteran journalist and writer, Marga Ortigas called “The House on Calle Sombra”!
Night One Hundred Two
March 03, 2022 10:55 - 6 minutes - 14.2 MBHello little one! Welcome back to our little bubble. In celebration of #WorldWildlifeDay, I will take you out in nature to wish baby animals, and you, goodnight with Mother Earth’s Lullaby by Terry Pierce and Carol Heyer.
Night One Hundred One
March 01, 2022 12:35 - 11 minutes - 27.5 MBHi! Welcome back to Sleeping Pill. Tonight we begin the celebration of Women’s History Month. We will be commemorating the strong women that have made history by creating great impact to life as we know it. And first in the list of strong women in our lives are our mothers, to whom we will be dedicating Sarah Kay’s B: If I Should Have a Daughter.
Night One Hundred
February 27, 2022 10:51 - 5 minutes - 13 MBHello Darling! The month of love is coming to an end. And as we say goodbye to February, I will leave you with the sweet words of Tyler Knott Gregson.
Night Ninety Nine
February 25, 2022 15:01 - 9 minutes - 20.9 MBHi there! As we near the end of February, we will once again feature a short excerpt from literary works that reminds us of love. Tonight, we feature an excerpt from Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s “The Little Prince”
Night Ninety Eight
February 23, 2022 12:54 - 11 minutes - 25.7 MBHello Darling! We’re back for another night in our little safe space. Tonight we will be featuring the works of art that you have sent to me to read for Sleeping Pill. For this round of follower submissions, we will be reading works from the very talented Syana and Ezekiel.
Night Ninety Seven
February 21, 2022 11:46 - 6 minutes - 15.8 MBHello there little love! Come join me in our little bubble, and get ready to get be cradled to sleep by the words of Margery Williams, as I read to you an excerpt from her book, The Velveteen Rabbit.
Night Ninety Six
February 19, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 24 MBHey there! As we continue to honor the month of love this February, we venture into the words of longing enveloped in Ada Limón’s poem, Lover.
Night Ninety Five
February 17, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 26.6 MBHello there! Today, February 17, is Random Acts of Kindness Day! In commemoration of this day, we read the story of The Lion and The Mouse.
Night Ninety Four
February 15, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 21.1 MBHello Darling! We are back once again for another episode dedicated to love. In continuation of our episodes for the love month of February, we will be featuring love poems written by Carlos Palanca Memorial Award-winning writers: Ophelia Alcantara Dimalanta and Marjorie M. Evasco.
Night Ninety Three
February 13, 2022 12:00 - 11 minutes - 25.3 MBHello there! Join us of another night of love, rest, and relaxation as I read to you some of my favorite love poems. Tonight, snuggle in as I read to you the words of Edgar Allan Poe's To Helen (I Saw Thee Once).
Night Ninety Two
February 12, 2022 13:18 - 12 minutes - 28.5 MBHello Darling! Come, and fill your heart with rest and relaxation as I read to you famous love poems for the remaining days of the month of love. Tonight we read How Do I Love Thee, Let Me Count the Ways by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Pablo Neruda’s Don’t Go Far Off, Even For A Day.
Night Ninety One
February 09, 2022 11:44 - 13 minutes - 31.5 MBHi there! It is the end of another day. Tonight, we read Cristina Rosetti’s Twilight Calm, as we try to tune out our worries and build strength for the day we have to face tomorrow.
Night Ninety
February 07, 2022 12:50 - 10 minutes - 23 MBHi there little darling! It’s time to rest your eyes. As the sun goes to bed, so should you. Let the stars in the sky watch over you, as I read to you William Blake’s Cradle Song and Mother Goose’s Hush Little Baby, Don’t say a word.
Night Eighty Nine
February 05, 2022 12:54 - 16 minutes - 38.4 MBHi there! Are the worries of the coming days keeping you up tonight? Allow me to quiet these worries in your head, and use this time to focus on what is important: you! Come enter our little bubble, and allow yourself to relax, as I read to you As I Ebb’d with the Ocean of Life by Walt Whitman
Night Eighty Eight
February 03, 2022 12:20 - 12 minutes - 28.6 MBHi! Welcome back to our little bubble. Tonight, let’s embrace slumber together as I read to you Paul Goodman’s The Nine Kinds of Silence, from his book Speaking and Language.
Night Eighty Seven
February 01, 2022 10:00 - 6 minutes - 15 MBHello there! Gōng xǐ fā cái! In celebration of the Chinese New Year, We will be sharing with you a version of Chinese folklore entitled, The Fox: King of the Forest, written by Angela McAllister.
The Best of Sleeping Pill 2021 (Part Two)
January 28, 2022 10:43 - 21 minutes - 49.9 MBHi there! Welcome to the second part of The Best of Sleeping Pill 2021. Thank you for the all the love and nights we shared last year. Here's to a new year!