Sleep With Me

1394 - Frank 9 | Read With Me | SWM+ Sneak Peek

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Nov 16, 2025
Delve into a serene reading of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein as Frankie and Victor explore themes of loneliness and companionship. The creature's demand for a mate leads Victor into a moral quandary, reflecting on his heavy obligations. As Victor travels through Europe with Clerval, he confronts despair amidst the joyful scenery. The mix of philosophical musings and emotional weight creates a tranquil atmosphere perfect for drifting into sleep.
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ANECDOTE

Show Structure Intentionally Meandering

  • Scoots explains the show's structure and purpose as gentle, meandering wind-down for sleep.
  • He emphasizes repetition, tangents, and a long intro to ease listeners into rest.
INSIGHT

Sleep As Civic Good And Podcast Sustainability

  • Scoots links good sleep to a better world and frames the podcast as public service.
  • He asks committed listeners to support the show via Sleep With Me Plus to keep it free.
INSIGHT

Promises Cast Long Emotional Shadows

  • Victor's promise burdens him with a mountain-weighted melancholy that isolates him from his family.
  • Even relieved moods revert when memory of the creature's demand returns.
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