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Dad’s Bedtime Stories
Dad’s Bedtime Stories is the family-friendly podcast that turns listener ideas into immersive bedtime adventures kids (and parents) can enjoy together.
I originally created these stories for my own children on nights when they couldn’t fall asleep. What started as a simple bedtime ritual has grown into a world of imagination designed to help families wind down together at the end of the day.
Play an episode for your kids and encourage them to imagine they are the hero of the story — exploring…
Episodes
Dad’s Bedtime StoriesThe Waterfall Planet - A Relaxing Bedtime Story for Kids
Explore a world where strange streams of water connect large floating islands to rivers and lakes on the ground! Learn to use a high tech trident that allows…
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The Toys are Alive! - The Toy Animator #1 - A Bedtime Story for Kids
A bedtime story about a device that makes toys come to life! In this episode, when searching for a lost toy, you come across a secret entrance to a secret room…
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Superheroes - Episode 1 - An Exciting Bedtime Story for Kids
A superhuman intelligence, in the form of a wrist band, crashes in front of your house, and offers you the ability to transform into any superhero of your…
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The Elemental Crocodiles and the Mythic Tournament - A Bedtime Story Podcast
A bedtime story with magical creatures, including elemental crocodiles! In this episode of The Cards of Power, we continue the mythic tournament, facing off…
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The Unicorn Episode 1 - Rainbow Dash - A Bedtime Story for Children
A bedtime story where a magical unicorn from another planet takes you on an adventure. In the first episode of the Unicorn-Verse, a unicorn named Rainbow Dash…
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The Meteor Attack on the Block Planet - A Bedtime Story for Kids
A Bedtime Story on a planet of Lego-like blocks (though naturally occurring). In Episode 262 of the Spaceship Series, the block planet sends out a distress…
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The Mythic Tournament Round 1 - Cards of Power #31 - Magma Dog, Yeti, Tech Armadillo, Electric Serpent, Air Serpent
In this episode of Cards of Power, we finally take on our first opponent in the mythic tournament. Based on listener suggestions, this opponent will not be an…
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Jacob and the Moose - A Bedtime Story for Kids
During Hanukkah, a boy named Jacob is visited by a mysterious Moose. It turns out that on a nearby planet, a mean moose named Gregor has stolen all of the oil…
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Santa Cards and Rudolph the Laser Nosed Reindeer - Cards of Power Christmas Special
Ever wondered what Santa would be like in a world where Magic Cards rule it all? While tonight, you have the chance to find out. In the Cards of Power…
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Shelfie the Elf #5 - Learning Christmas Magic at the North Pole
In this episode, Shelfie the Magical Christmas Elf takes you on an adventure to the North Pole. You learn the nature of Christmas Elf Magic, and use it to help…
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Shelfie the Elf #4 - The Video Game Adventure - A Bedtime Story
In this episode, Shelfie the Christmas Elf uses his powers to suck you into a video game! You must beat 3 different levels to save your stuffies! Thank you to…
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The Festive Winter Planet and the Snow Problem - A Holiday Bedtime Story for Kids
Episode 161 of the Spaceship Universe - In this episode of the Spaceship Series, suggested by Nora and Rowan, we head to a planet that keeps the Holiday Spirit…
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Shelfie the Elf #3 - The Toys are Alive! - A Christmas Bedtime Story for Kids
A Bedtime story with a magic elf and a bunch of toys that come to life. In this episode of Shelfie the Elf, you find your magical friend Shelfie bringing all…
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The Poison Type Dragon and the Mythic Tournament - Cards of Power #29
In this episode, with a suggestion from Owen, you head back into the Cards of Power Universe, and take part in the qualifier for a Mythic Tournament. It turns…
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Shelfie the Elf #2 - The Miniature Playground and the Nighttime Mischief
A Bedtime story about a magic elf. In the second episode of Shelfie the Elf, you wake up in the middle of the night, only to find that Shelfie has created an…
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Creating Magical Friends - The Lightning and Fire Bunny - Kid Wizard #10
This is a bedtime story where you are the main character - a kid with wizard like powers. In this episode, you learn how to create a magical animal. You head…
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The Mythic Tournament and the Legendary Water Dragon - Cards of Power #28
A bedtime story with dragons, unicorns, and magic cards. In this episode, brought on by suggestions from August, Stafford, and Owen, you say goodby to Lief and…
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Shelfie the Elf #1 - Shelfie the Christmas Elf and the Night-time Adventure - A Bedtime Story
A Bedtime story with a magic elf, flying stuffed animals, living snowmen, and a giant snow storm. In the very first (maybe only) episode of the Shelfie the Elf…
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Christmas Throwback - Spaceship Origins and Can Somebody Help a Santa Out
Its getting to be that time again! Time to give me suggestions for Holiday Related episodes. While I hope everyone has a happy whatever holiday they choose to…
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The Elemental Mer-Person Planet (Mermaids and Mermen) - A Relaxing Bedtime Story for Kids
A Bedtime Story with Mermaids, Mermen, and elemental powers. In the 260th episode of the Spaceship Saga, suggested by Grace, you head off to explore a planet…
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Kid Wizard and the Cards of Power - A Bedtime Visualization for Kids
Kid Wizard Episode 9 - In this episode, inspired by a suggestion from Kelly, the Kid Wizard Universe collides with the Cards of Power. Martin is called to the…
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Twin Dragons and The Battle With The Shop Keeper - Cards of Power #27 - A Bedtime Story for Kids
A Bedtime story with Magical Dragons, A T-Rex, A Magical Leaf Monkey, and Magical Cards. In this episode of The Cards of Power, we finish our search for the…
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The Poison Type Dragon, The Corrupted Fairy Portal, and The Search for the Dragonlings - Cards of Power #26
In this episode of the Cards of Power Series, we finally uncover the last lost dragonling sibling, Noxia, the Poison type dragon. The problem? Unfortunately…
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Tech Town, The Robotic Dragon, and The Search For The Dragonlings - Cards of Power #25
A Bedtime story with dragons, and magic cards. In this episode, suggested by Colton, you continue your search for Magnus's missing siblings. So far you have…
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The Playground Planet - A Relaxing Bedtime Story
Inspired by Izzy and Jesse's idea, explore a fantastical playground planet created by the Intergalactic Mothers Council. Experience the thrill of anti-gravity…
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Grandpa Robo Knees - A Bedtime Adventure
A bedtime story with spaceships, dragons, flying cars, flying bikes, and grandpas with robotic knees. In this episode, dedicated to my father who will be…
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The Puppy, The Cat, The Unicorn, and the Search for the Dragonlings - Cards of Power #24
In this episode of THE CARDS OF POWER, you continue your search for the lost dragonlings. After already finding Ally (The Nature Dragon), and Rocky (The Rock…
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Teleporting Goats and the Search for the Dragonlings - Cards of Power #23 - A Bedtime Story
A Bedtime Story with Dragons, Magic Cards, and Teleporting Goats. In this episode, we continue our search for the missing dragonlings. You, Lief from…
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The Kid Dinosaur Super Story - Episodes 1-3 - Full Hour Bedtime Story
In this compilation episode, we explore the world of Kid Dinosaur. Who is Kid DInosaur you ask? Well, YOU are. Want learn how you became Kid Dinosaur and…
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Kid Dinosaur and the Dino Scientist Rescue - Kid Dinosaur #4 - A Bedtime Story for Kids
In this episode of Kid Dinosaur, suggested by Lief, you have to go on a mission to find and cure an important scientist who has been turned into a dinosaur…
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Space Ninjas and the Lollipop Planet - A Bedtime Story for Kids
In this episode, suggested by Keegan and Soren, we follow the adventure of two brothers who accidentally get super Ninja Powers from some green ooze. The two…
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The Dragon Valley and the Search for Magnus’s Family - Cards of Power #22 - A Bedtime Adventure
In This episode of the Cards of Power Series, we head back to the Dragon Valley to visit Magnus's family. The only problem is, they aren't there! Another card…
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Time Magic and the Defeat of Tyranus Rexington - Kid Wizard #8 - Relaxing Bedtime Story
In this episode of Kid Wizard, you learn the ways of time Magic from a Time Magic expert - Martin! Will you use your powers for good, or for defeating your…
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The Remote Control Time Suit - A Magic Costume Tree Halloween Special
Episode 7 of the Magic Costume Tree. In this episode, you find a suit that give you the ability to stop, fast forward, and rewind time itself! Will you use it…
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The Werewolf Dragon and the Ghost Type Dragon Rider - A Cards of Power Halloween Special
Episode 21 of the Cards of Power Series - In this episode, while working to help another card holder who is being attacked by a razor bird, Magnus falls victim…
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The Big Candy Score - Throwback Halloween Special
This is a throwback to one of my first episodes of the show. This was never numbered, and eventually removed from my feed because the audio messed up. I was…
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The Ghost Power Costume - The Magic Costume Tree #6
Tonight, we journey into the magical world of the costume tree, a mystical entity that bestows superpowers through its unique costumes. Inspired by our young…
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Homework for Halloween and the Attack of the Candy Eating Pumpkins - A Bedtime Story
Episode 258 of the Spaceship Series - In this episode of Dad's Bedtime Stories, a teacher plans to assign homework on Halloween. You and your magical spaceship…
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Learning Lightning Magic - Kid Wizard #7 - A Magical Bedtime Story for Kids
Join us on a magical journey in this episode of Dad's Bedtime Stories as we return to the enchanting world of Kid Wizard. Tonight, young listeners will explore…
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The Magic Mirror - A Bedtime Story for Kids
In this stand alone episode, inspired by Tyler, you find a magic mirror in a hidden room inside your house. It turns out that the mirror can talk, and has the…
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Cardsgiving and the Attack of the Turkey Dragon - Cards of Power #20 - A Bedtime Story
In this episode of The Cards of Power, you find out the history of Cardsgiving and The Cards of Power in general. You discover a dark cat with the power to…
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The Magic Spaceship - Episode #1 - A Bedtime Story
This is a throwback to episode 1 of the podcast - Getting a Spaceship. In this episode, you get a magic spaceship and take on a trip to the moon and back…
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The Lightning Suit, Floating Boots, and the Attack on Toronto - Magic Costume Tree #5
This is the 5th episode of the Magic Costume Tree Universe (I think...). This one brings to life 2 listener suggestions. First, Olivia requested a Floating…
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The Lightning Evolution Stone - Cards of Power #19 - A Pre-Bedtime Adventure
In this episode of the Cards of Power series, we take suggestions from Grady and Sawyer. In this one, you find yourself in search of a lightning evolution…
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The Pumpkin Pie Planet - A Relaxing Bedtime Story
Episode 257 of the Spaceship Series - In this episode, suggested by Makenna from Guelph Ontario, you find yourself on a planet that turns pumpkins into pumpkin…
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Magnus’s Family of Dragons and the Chicken Card - Cards of Power #18 - A Bedtime Story
This episode comes with two suggestions. First, Chloe from Australia wanted a story where we get to meet Magnus's family, and all sorts of different magical…
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The Golden Diamond and the Mineral Planet - A Bedtime Visualization for Kids
In this episode, suggested by Omri, you accidentally find yourself on a search for a golden diamond - an extremely rare and valuable gem. With spaceship broken…
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The Magic Pillow Fort and The Room of Replication - A Relaxing Bedtime Story
This is Episode 5 of the Magic Pillow Fort Series. In this episode, suggested by Morgan, you find yourself inside the Magic Pillow Fort once again. This time…
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Magnus The Fire Dragon and the Legendary Evolution - Cards of Power #17 - A Bedtime Story
In this episode, inspired by Derek, Magnus reaches his legendary form and battles against a powerful water creature. What new found powers will the form give…
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The Magic Carpet Race and the Flying Skateboard - Kid Wizard #6 - A Bedtime Story
In this episode, you head back to the Kid Wizard Universe, where you find yourself agreeing to a magic carpet race against Tyranus Rexington. Unfortunately, it…
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The Demolition Derby - A Completely Relaxing Bedtime Story for Kids
Episode 255 of the Spaceship series. In this one, you head back to Earth, and come across a Demolition / Crash Up Derby. It looks like fun, so you and…
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The Dino Rider Competition Revisited - A Bedtime Visualization for Kids
Today we are doing a throwback episode and heading back to episode 106 and 107 of the spaceship series. I hope you enjoy! Donate to the show by joining my…
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Castle Town and the Second Gatekeeper - Cards of Power #16 - A Bedtime Story
In tonight's episode of Dad's Bedtime Stories, we continue the thrilling "Cards of Power" series. Join us on an epic adventure as we face off against a…
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Nature Magic and the Forest Fire - Kid Wizard #5 - A Bedtime Story for Kids
In tonight's episode, we continue the thrilling Kid Wizard series in a magical world where belief fuels magic. Join us as we dive deeper into nature magic and…
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The Cartoon Planet and the Attack of the Ads - A Bedtime Visualization
Episode 254 of the Spaceship Series - In this episode, we head to a planet where everything is a cartoon, including you! The only problem? The Ads! They are…
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The Power of Lightning and Time - Cards of Power #15
In this episode, you head back to turnaround town to trade in some of your cards for something very powerful. After that, you encounter a wild lightning magic…
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The Taco Planet - Spaceship #253 - A Bedtime Visualization for Kids
In this episode, suggested by Kaylee from Australia, you find yourself on a taco planet. You join a young group of tacos who need to travel up a mountain and…
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The Changeling Card - Cards of Power #14 - A Bedtime Story
In the latest episode of the Cards of Power series, we run into a familiar figure from the Spaceship series - Changer the Shapeshifting alien dog. Can you…
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Trolls with Nice Hair - Spaceship #252 - A Bedtime Story
In this episode, we head to a new planet, full of trolls with hair that is not only nice, but super functional. These trolls can use their hair for just about…
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Learning Nature Magic - Kid Wizard #4 - A Bedtime Visualization
In this episode of Kid Wizard, Martin shows you his magic specialty - nature and plant magic! When a group of rogue wizards try to attack the real world with a…