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The Bittersweet LifeEpisode 578: Exploring Rome in the Deep Dark Night (A Sleep With Me crossover) Need help falling asleep? That's not usually our forte—at least we hope it isn't!—but this week the legendary sleep-podcaster Drew Ackerman, better known to his listeners as Dear Scooter, of the popular Sleep with Me podcast, has used not one but two of our past episodes as a script for his sleep-inducing show. We are reposting his somnolent take on Episode 441 The Oldest Cafe in Rome and Episode 440 Where Are All the Accordions? right here (and we'll be posting the original versions of those episodes on Wednesday and Friday of thi...2025-04-141h 15
Gashouse GangGashouse Gang (Ep.69) - A Fresh Start with Kevin Wheeler, Matt Pauley, & Tom AckermanIn Gashouse Gang Ep. 69, Kevin Wheeler, Matt Pauley, and Tom Ackerman discuss the Cardinals' fresh start as they head into the season. They break down the Nolan Arenado situation and the uncertainty surrounding his future with the team. The trio dives into the bullpen dynamics, focusing on the need for a veteran presence and how young pitchers could step up. There's excitement around Jordan Walker's development and what he can bring to the lineup. Plus, they explore JJ JJ Wetherholt's potential to follow in JD Drew’s footsteps, and the growing belief in the Cardinals' young players, including Michael McGreevy, as...2025-02-1241 min
Sports on a Sunday MorningBlues Fire Drew Bannister, Hire Jim Montgomery: Bernie Miklasz Breaks It DownOn Sports on a Sunday Morning, Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz dive into the St. Louis Blues' decision to fire Drew Bannister and bring in Jim Montgomery as head coach. Bernie highlights Montgomery's stellar track record, including a .715 points percentage in Boston, and the Blues' sharp decline from last season. They discuss Montgomery's ability to develop young talent and the team's need for change. The segment also explores parallels between the Blues and Cardinals, the role of star players, and a spirited debate on Indiana football's playoff potential despite a loss to Ohio State.2024-11-2418 min
Tech Optimist: An Alumni Ventures Podcast#60 - Meet the Start-Up Focused on Microbe-TechIn this Meet the Startup episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, host Drew Wandzilak, Senior Associate at Alumni Ventures, introduces Cheri Ackerman, co-founder and CEO of Concerto Biosciences. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Concerto is transforming how we use microbes to develop innovative products for health, agriculture, and beyond. Cheri dives into their groundbreaking technology, kChip, which tests millions of microbial combinations to discover effective microbial ecosystems. She discusses their clinical trials focused on conditions like eczema and yeast infections, emphasizing Concerto’s long-term vision of leveraging microbes to create sustainable, biology-based solutions. The conversation explores how Concerto ai...2024-10-0841 min
REM RewardFrom Insomnia to Inspiration: Behind the Stories of Sleep With Me - EP 13 w/ Drew AckermanIn this episode, host Ryan Shintani sits down with Drew Ackerman, the creator of the popular Sleep With Me podcast, to discuss how his personal struggles with insomnia inspired him to develop unique bedtime stories that help listeners drift off to sleep. They explore Drew's creative process, the role of humor in his storytelling, and how his past quirky jobs—like being a fuzzy dice salesperson and jail librarian—shaped his approach. Tune in to hear how Drew turns everyday events into soothing tales that have captivated insomniacs around the world.
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The Science of HappinessHow Birdsong Can Help Your Mental HealthHearing birdsong can help us feel less anxious, recover from stress faster, and even reduce muscle tension ... but can it help us fall asleep? Drew Ackerman of Sleep With Me podcast listens to recordings of birdsongs to see if it'll help with insomnia.
Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5n7sxjtb
Episode summary:
Drew Ackerman, aka Scooter of Sleep With Me Podcast, has always struggled to get to sleep. Even as an anxious kid, worries would keep his mind churning as the night wore on. For our show, he tried a science-backed...2024-05-0918 min
The NovelizersDrew Ackerman - Sleep With Me Crossover - Matrix ch05The Matrix — Chapter 5
A very special, very sleepy crossover episode with Drew Ackerman and the Sleep With Me podcast, the world's premiere podcast for falling asleep.
Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, then get top TV comedy writer (from SNL, The Simpsons, Colbert, and more) to novelize it, and have a comedian or actor narrate. Plus interviews with the people who (may or may not have) made the original film.
The Novelizers is produced by Stephen Levinson, with Graham Douglas, Kevin Carter, Christine Bullen, Dennis DiClaudio, Rob Kutner, and Su...2024-04-2957 min
The Science of HappinessEncore: The Science of a Good Night's SleepThis week we revisit our science-backed tips for a good night's sleep with sleep scientist Eti Ben Simon and host of the Sleep with Me podcast Drew Ackerman.
Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2p8t47eh
Episode summary:
A good night’s sleep can be hard to come by, and beating yourself up over not sleeping enough will only make it worse. On this episode of The Science of Happiness, the host of Sleep With Me podcast Drew Ackerman joins us to try science-backed tips for finding your natural sleep rhythm. Dr...2023-11-0919 min
The Grit City PodcastGCP: Bright Eyes Photography - Jody Ellen AkermanOn this episode, Jody Ellen Akerman, owner of Bright Eye’s Photography sits down with the crew. Bright Eye’s Photography is located in Puyallup at 116 S Meridian #A. Their mission is to take absolutely captivating portraits of their customers that even they didn't know could be possible! Find them online and make your appointment today for a photo shoot consultation!
00:10 – Randy Newman welcomes listeners to this episode, Justin introduces Jody, and talks about the circles they’ve run together in the past. He talks about the newest toy he bought for the cats, the learning curve behind i...2023-10-181h 00
30 Day Writing Challenge - Ship30for30Day 12: Weird Stuff Most People Don’t Know About Podcasting - Ship30for30There are a lot of things most people don't know about the wonderful world of podcasting and my fellow creative, witty and inspiring podcasters, who I've come to know and love since 2014.3 Things I'll Bet You Didn't KnowThe range of topics varies widely. There are shows about knitting (Shiny Bees with Jo Milmine), dinosaurs (I Know Dino with Garret & Sabrina) and all things paranormal (Big Seance with Patrick Keller).Some of the most famous podcasters whose names you've definitely heard of, record their episodes in closets, sometimes with a blanket over their head to muffle...2023-01-1801 min
Discograffiti72. Tryptophantasy: The 2 1/2 Hour Greatest Sleep Albums Of All Time Holiday Supermix!Our Christmas Special is a 2 1/2 hour “Greatest Sleep Albums Of All Time” behemoth recorded with special guest Sleep With Me host Drew Ackerman, and this thing’s scientifically designed—utilizing the latest in cutting-edge digression technology—to put you right to beddy-bye. Here, then, are the greatest LPs to which one can drift off, in a show designed to actually put you to sleep before it ends…now finally extended to almost twice its length in a “form meets content” supernova. And check out that 19-hour playlist!
Official playlist curated by Dave on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com...2022-12-252h 36
Night WaterBroadway Is My Beat Is My Beat: The Ben Justin Murder CaseThis week on Night Water, we’ve got a special holiday treat: an episode of Broadway Is My Beat Is My Beat, the only recap podcast dedicated to the old-time radio detective show Broadway Is My Beat.Joining me today is Drew Ackerman, the creator, writer, and host of the Sleep With Me podcast, the podcast that puts you to sleep. You may remember Drew from the Night Water crossover event on Sleep With Me earlier this year. We're taking a deep dive into "The Ben Justin Murder Case," originally broadcast on December 8, 1950.We’ll be p...2022-12-211h 05Discograffiti71. The Jesus Lizard Part 2 with No Age’s Randy RandallAnd so it continues, the great primer on what not to do…and how signing to a major’s not the end of all your problems, it’s actually just the beginning! Plus, Randy ranks every last Jesus Lizard release! Next week, we bring you Tryptophantasy: the 2 1/2 hour “Greatest Sleep Albums Of All Time” Holiday Supermix recorded with special guest Sleep With Me host Drew Ackerman.
Official playlist curated by Dave on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ZNfwYcG6SOvDljw8STYzt?si=Rl-ZTDsYToigvG-lbBSfbQ
Live in Boston, 10/4/94: : https://youtu.be/9cT5UlUFQ98
Spring 1998 public access David Yow interview...2022-12-181h 01
Quest EdEpisode 6 - Interview with a ClericFollowing the attack at the shul, Adam is sent to the hospital to deal with his "concussion," where by happy accident, the team realizes they're closer to answers than ever before. Content Warnings: this episode contains allusions to police violence, depiction of psychiatric institutionalizaton, discussion of sexual assault of a minor, discussion of unplanned pregnancy, and reference to unsafe abortion. Discretion is advised when engaging with this material. Quest Ed features Anna Bayuk as Esther Ackerman, Quinn Holloway as Adam Weisman, Jacob Marcus as Noah Feldstein, Naomi “KoochieKoochieKu” Munroe as SkullKitty, and Drew Mindell as the...2022-12-121h 10Quest EdEpisode 4 - Espionage for BeginnersOur favorite delinquents hatch a plan to get some more information on what happened to Beth Applebaum. Quest Ed features Anna Bayuk as Esther Ackerman, Quinn Holloway as Adam Weisman, Jacob Marcus as Noah Feldstein, and Naomi “KoochieKoochieKu” Munroe as SkullKitty. Our production manager is Sarah Stein, and our editor is Sawyer Gray. Theme song by Vanya Zhuk. Quest Ed would not exist without the support of SOJOURN, or the Southern Jewish Resource Network for Gender and Sexual Diversity, as well as the generous sponsorship of JumpSpark, powered by the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta.2022-11-141h 00Quest EdEp 3 - What Now?Adam, SkullKitty, Noah, and Esther return home to find new clues and old family patterns. Quest Ed features Anna Bayuk as Esther Ackerman, Quinn Holloway as Adam Weisman, Jacob Marcus as Noah Feldstein, and Naomi “KoochieKoochieKu” Munroe as SkullKitty. Our production manager is Sarah Stein, and our editor is Sawyer Gray. Theme song by Vanya Zhuk. Quest Ed would not exist without the support of SOJOURN, or the Southern Jewish Resource Network for Gender and Sexual Diversity, as well as the generous sponsorship of JumpSpark, powered by the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta.2022-10-311h 16
It Makes A SoundEpisode 8: Star 69/CodaCall holding for all Friends of Rosemary Hills. (Season 2 Finale)Created, written, directed, and produced by Jacquelyn Landgraf. Sound design and engineering by Vincent Cacchione. Production assistance and dialogue editing by Felicia Dominguez. Additional dialogue editing by Troy Cruz. Our Story Consultant is Anya Saffir. "Star 69" was composed by Vin Cacchione, with lyrics by Vin and Jacquelyn. Credits music by Nate Weida. The Attic Coda music was composed by Vin Cacchione, with homage to music written by Nate Weida, and lyrics by Vin Cacchione, Nate Weida, and Jacquelyn Landgraf. Featuring Melissa Mahoney as Cody Elwood, Ann...2022-09-2540 min
Accounting High068 The Balancing Act: Accounting meets Showbiz (feat. Drew Carrick, CPA aka The Rapping CPA aka Petty Ca$h)Episode 68 | Recorded March 28, 2022
Guest: Drew Carrick aka The Rapping CPA aka Petty Ca$h
Hosts: Blake Oliver and Scott Scarano
Sponsor: Jirav - head over to jirav.com/sons
PBC. If you don’t know what that means, it’s not for you. Or, go ahead, and watch the show made by accountants for accountants. Scott, Blake, and Drew dive deep into the accounting revolution that we’re currently in and bridge the connection between accounting and mainstream media. How, when, and where did this start? Where are we headed? How do we keep...2022-09-211h 22Quest EdPower Book, Go!Four students at a Jewish day school are brought together by their shared Sunday detention, where they find themselves confronting not only their teenage angst, but forces beyond their wildest fanfics. Quest Ed features Anna Bayuk as Esther Ackerman, Quinn Holloway as Adam Weisman, Jacob Marcus as Noah Feldstein, Naomi “KoochieKoochieKu” Munroe as SkullKitty, and Drew Mindell as the Dungeon Master. Our production manager is Sarah Stein, and our editor is Sawyer Gray. Theme song by Vanya Zhuk: https://vanyazhuk.bandcamp.com/album/starushka Quest Ed is produced by SOJOURN, or the Southern Jewish Resource Netw...2022-08-231h 03
Discograffiti39. Sleep With Me: Discograffiti’s Somniferous SelectsThe first podcast about the greatest albums to fall asleep to…that’s designed to put you to sleep before the show ends. Featuring Very Special Guest Drew Ackerman, Host of the “Sleep With Me” Podcast!
- Official playlist curated by Joe and Dave on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HaJRAUDVOIwG22ieeCCQm?si=36V1DhpQQ0qCL8Q7bRiudQ&pt_success=1&nd=1
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Curious StateDoes this episode make you sleepy? | feat. Drew AckermanIs sleep giving you the cold shoulder? What if you had a bedtime buddy? A platonic pal who could slow the thoughts running through your head and lull you to sleep every night? Enter Drew Ackerman (aka Dearest Scooter).His Sleep With Me podcast gets 3 million+ downloads every month. That’s over a hundred thousand people, every night, falling to sleep to Drew’s hypnotic voice and meandering tales. How does he do it? What’s the secret sauce to lulling a football stadium’s worth people nightly?A few curiosities you’ll uncover in this episo...2022-06-0717 min
What Are You Watching? with Chris ManciniEp 81: Drew AckermanHost of the Sleep With Me podcast returns to talk with Chris about Sleep Podcasts, doing live shows, Better Call Saul, Halo, Ted Lasso, Picard, The NBA Playoffs, and more!2022-05-2353 min
The Science of HappinessEpisode 116: The Science of a Good Night’s SleepDo you struggle with sleep? This week Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me podcast tries tips for a good night's sleep, and we explore why it's so important to our well-being.2022-05-1222 min
The Science of HappinessThe Science of a Good Night's SleepDo you struggle with sleep? This week Drew Ackerman of Sleep with Me podcast tries tips for a good night's sleep, and we explore why it's so important to our well-being.
Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4zhdc58z
Episode summary:
A good night’s sleep can be hard to come by, and beating yourself up over not sleeping enough will only make it worse. On this episode of The Science of Happiness, the host of Sleep With Me podcast Drew Ackerman joins us to try science-backed tips for finding your natural sl...2022-05-1220 min
Back2BasicsModeThe secret to a good night’s sleep | SE2/EP023 | Back2BasicsDrew Ackerman is the creator and host of Sleep With Me, the one-of-a-kind bedtime story podcast featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, CBS Sunday Morning, and Nova. Born out of Drew's childhood insomnia, Support the show2022-03-0435 min
Night WaterLate Night Vibes: Sleep With Me EditionFriends beyond the binary, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and drinkers of Night Water... it's time for a special late night vibe from Sleep With Me, the podcast that puts you to sleep.Sleep With Me podcast theme by Posty Posterson.Subscribe to the Sleep With Me podcast at www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/subscribe/Subscribe to the Night Water newsletter: www.nightwater.emailFind us onBlueSky: @nightwater.emailInstagram: @nightwatermemesMastodon: @nightwater@feedsin.space2022-02-231h 04
The Working Experience443. Drew Ackerman|Creator of the Sleep With Me PodcastDrew, known to his thousands of fans as Dearest Scooter, is the creator of the wildly popular Sleep With Me podcasts, designed for people who have trouble sleeping. He tells us how he started the podcast, how he has grown the podcast, and where he wants to take the podcast. He is such a warm and funny guy you've just gotta love him! Enjoy!
For more content, articles, videos and merch visit us at http://theworkingexperience.com
This podcast is sponsored by One Circle Media, a content creation agency for brands, networks, and studios.
2022-02-091h 09
Timber—Stories for PodcastersThree Million Listens a Month Without a Big Name or NetworkWritten by podcast consultant and journalist Amanda Cupido, this is the story of how Drew Ackerman turned Sleep With Me into his full time job creating a whole new genre of podcast in the process.Drew lays his struggles and anxieties bare in this story, so it's really useful for newer podcasters wanting to learn about making the leap.Originally appeared at https://timber.fm/stories/sleep-with-me-podcast-feature/2021-05-2709 min
Timber—Stories for PodcastersThree Million Listens a Month Without a Big Name or NetworkWritten by podcast consultant and journalist Amanda Cupido, this is the story of how Drew Ackerman turned Sleep With Me into his full time job creating a whole new genre of podcast in the process.
Drew lays his struggles and anxieties bare in this story, so it's really useful for newer podcasters wanting to learn about making the leap.2021-05-2709 min
NURSE GUYSLEEP! With Drew Ackerman (AKA Dearest Scooter)Are you a nurse who struggles to sleep and wish there was something out there that could help you drift off? Then listen to this podcast with Drew Ackerman, the host of Sleep With Me podcast who talks about his career, sleep, and what made him "Scooter". We also talk about the impact of sleep for healthcare providers and also for everyday people trying to be the best versions of themselves. You can find his podcast @ Sleep With Me – The Podcast That Puts You To Sleep (sleepwithmepodcast.com) or visit his Patron page at Sleep With Me Podcast is creat...2021-03-0746 min
AdultFluent℠AdultFluent Episode 4 - Interview with Drew AckermanIn this episode, I interview Drew Ackerman, the creator and host of the podcast Sleep With Me, one of the top two hundred in the world with over ten million downloads! Drew began this journey in 2013 with no podcast experience and by watching YouTube videos and now helps countless listeners get the good night’s sleep he believes they deserve. In our 30-minute conversation, Drew describes how he combined memories of childhood insomnia with a playful yet practical approach to his career and life that has led him to overcome setbacks and reach his own definition of success. I ca...2020-12-1032 min
Podcast Wellness Week - Presented by PodbeanCake Week | Great British Baking You Off to SleepJoin us for this exclusive pre-released episode as part of Podcast Wellness Week.
This episode is brought to you by Drew Ackerman of the Sleep With Me podcast.
A cakewalk off to dreamland as Scooter recounts every topping that was folded into episode 3 of Collection 6 or Series 9, whatever you call it the lulls will be fine.
Podcast Wellness Week runs from November 30th-December 4th with live-streamed sessions and panels, pre-released episodes, and daily guided meditations.
Utilizing Podbean’s livestreaming platform, we're offering you the opportunity to join the conversation and be par...2020-12-011h 04What Are You Watching? with Chris ManciniEp 7: Drew AckermanDrew Ackerman from the Sleep With Me Podcast joins Chris to talk about insomnia, podcasting, lost episodes, Ted Lasso, The Office, Melrose Place, and The Queen's Gambit.2020-11-2333 min
Married to Doctors#152: How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep With Drew AckermanAre you having trouble getting a good night’s sleep? Science and research indicate that sleep is the foundation for our physical and mental health. My guest, Drew Ackerman started a unique podcast for people suffering with sleeplessness. Whether it’s stress, chronic pain, or a hectic work schedule Drew Ackerman is helping his listeners relax and take the seriousness out of bedtime. Listen to today's show to find out how. For one on one coaching with me, go here: www.marriedtodoctors.com/coaching 2020-09-2427 min
VAST HorizonThe Choices We MakePreparations to evacuate the Walton begin as its crew try to figure out who Nolira is working with.Please Consider supporting our productions: https://patreon.com/FoolandscholarCredits:Written by K.A. Statz Produced with Sound Design and Editing by Travis VengroffExecutive Producer Bobby FatemiDialogue Editing by Marisa Ewing of Hemlock Creek ProductionsMixing and Mastering by Brandon StraderScript Editing by W.K. StatzTranslations by Sophie Yang Cast:Dr. N...2020-09-1530 min
Best Hour of Their Day | Podcast297. Drew Zaro | Finances and FitnessDrew Zaro is an avid CrossFitter as well as a coach. Andrew began his career in the finance industry in 2018 after a very successful career in the Marine Corps intelligence sector. He spent more than 12 years in the Marine Corps working all over the world as an intelligence advisor to senior military personnel, as well as a military diplomat serving under multiple US Ambassadors. He has a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations, as well as his Series 7 and Series 66.2020-08-2055 min
asmr Minnow StarA Spoolie & Camping RambleNothing flashy. Just a girl, mouth sounds with her spoolie, and a decent nonsensical ramble for your sleeping pleasures!The podcast I reference: Sleep With Meby: Drew Ackermanhttps://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/2020-08-1426 min
Ossa Lounge PodcastEpisode #12 | ft. Drew Ackerman From Sleep With MeEpisode #12 | ft. Drew Ackerman From Sleep With Me by Ossa Lounge Podcast2020-07-2000 min
The Bittersweet LifeBittersweet Moment #65: A Sleepy Bittersweet Moment (with Drew Ackerman)Do podcasts put you to sleep? Well, there's one out there that aims to do just that, Drew Ackerman's Sleep With Me podcast. Sleep with Me tells "bedtime stories to help grown ups fall asleep in the deep, dark night," perfect for podcast-lovers who are also insomniacs. This week, Drew put his own sleepy spin on our recent episode, Virtual Tour of Rome. Make sure you check it out to hear our audio walk through Rome translated into something designed to lull you to sleep. On this week's mini-episode, Drew joins us to talk about h...2020-07-0223 min
Worldwide Jew PodcastBukharian Jews Part 1Hey everybody, Worldwide Jew here and on this episode of the Worldwide Jew Podcast we are going to be talking about Bukharian Jews. Here are some time stamps and links for further learning.
Timestamps
General Info- 00:00:00
Uniqueness of Bukharian Jews- 00:40:49
Language- 00:42:23
History- 00:58:42
Food- 01:32:06
Links for further learning
General Information- https://jewishjournal.com/videos/295176/three-things-to-know-about-bukharian-jews/
Drew Binsky’s Video on Zablon Simintov- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nephgfilGa0
Information on Bukhori- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97UmwL9kxEU, ht...2020-06-101h 48
Alba Salix, Royal PhysicianPresenting: Sleep With Me (Alba Salix Edition)Hi everyone!This bonus would have gone out sooner, but we actually-for-real fell asleep listening to it. Which is the whole point!Sleep With Me is the kind of podcast we need right now: one specifically designed to fall asleep to. Every episode, Drew Ackerman (aka Scooter) rambles gently for an hour to provide you with a soothing distraction, often starting with a bedtime story, or a TV episode recap... or in this case, Episode 1 of Alba Salix, Royal Physician.This episode will drop on the main Sleep With Me podcast feed later...2020-04-131h 08
Leadership, Brand Strategy & Transformation - Minter DialogueSleep With Me! Life Lessons and the Podcast Founder Story with Drew AckermanMinter Dialogue Episode #368Drew Ackerman, aka Dear Scooter, aka Scoots, is the host of the soporific, mellifluously boring Sleep With Me podcast that has 3 million monthly downloads. In this conversation with Drew, we discuss his journey to making Sleep With Me, his creative process and some of the behind the curtain work that goes into making of each episode. We hear about how Drew deals with the online celebrity status and we also hear about his own battle with sleep issues. It's a deeply personal, vulnerable and stirring conversation....2020-04-1243 min
Conversations With DwyerDrew Ackerman Aka Dearest Scooter - Sleep With Me PodcastDrew Ackerman aka Dearest Scooter is the creator and host of the genius Sleep With Me podcast. A show he created to help people with insomnia, anxiety and various other sleep issues drift off to slumberland. Drew and Matt have an honest and one of the funniest conversations in the show's history. They explore what lead Drew to the idea, struggling to find a meaningful path in life and the day he saw his reflection in the mirror and knew he needed to get his act together. Drew is a brilliant and hilarious force. This is a great episode. Enjoy. 2020-03-181h 04
This Week in Podcasting (TWIP)How to be a Great Interviewee, Changes in Audio Advertisements, What Science says About Falling Asleep to Podcasts, and More.The podcast industry is rapidly growing, so Sounder is making it easy for audio creators to stay on top of it all with This Week In Podcasting, where we discuss this week’s most exciting podcasting news and tips, all in under 10 minutes.Episode 17 is bursting with success. And sleep.For all the tips on how to host a great interview on your podcast, there aren’t many that cover how to be successful on the other end of that conversation? Thankfully Colin Grey (@thepodcasthost on Twitter), Managing Director of The Podcast Host...2019-12-0600 min
Health Professional Radio - PodcastSleep hygiene - how to sleep better?Drew Ackerman, creator, and narrator of the podcast "Sleep With Me" that helps 150,000 Australians fall asleep each day gives an overview of those affected and the associated cost of sleep problems in Australia. He also discusses sleep hygiene, available alternatives, and his partnering with Flordis ReDormin Forte, the evidence-based natural sleep therapy.2019-07-2900 min
See Jurassic RightPark Experts 7 - Drew Ackerman (Sleep With Me)On this week's Park Experts interview: host of the HIT podcast Sleep With Me, Drew Ackerman (aka Dearest Scooter). Recorded in front of a live audience at PodX in Nashville this past Jurassic June, Drew shares his Jurassic Park origin story, we talk about the best and worst ways to die in a dinosaur theme park, AND he reads some of my childhood fan-fiction out loud, and on stage.Follow Drew:https://twitter.com/dearestscooterhttps://www.instagram.com/dearestscooter/https://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/Follow PodX:2019-07-271h 03
BitrateProduction and editingDrew Ackerman from the Sleep With Me podcast joins the boys to discuss the trials and tribulations of podcast production.
What is your worst case podcasting scenario?
Well, Drew Ackerman has a story for you! Sometimes, so many things go wrong, that it’s just better to scrap it and re-record the episode.
Drew’s podcast production cycle
Pre-production
Brainstorming
Taking notes
Writing a script
Editing the script
Production
Recording the episode
Rough mix
Rough audio edit
Post-production
Hand off to editor
Listen through
Make note or a...2019-04-1255 min
BitrateProduction and editingDrew Ackerman from the Sleep With Me podcast joins the boys to discuss the trials and tribulations of podcast production.What is your worst case podcasting scenario?Well, Drew Ackerman has a story for you! Sometimes, so many things go wrong, that it’s just better to scrap it and re-record the episode. Drew’s podcast production cyclePre-productionBrainstormingTaking notesWriting a scriptEditing the scriptProductionRecording the episode Rough mixRough audio editPost-productionHand off to editor Listen throughMake note or additio...2019-04-1255 min
The Working Experience120. Sleep, Anxiety and WorkMatty chats with Drew Ackerman, host of the wildly popular podcast: Sleep With Me. Drew helps millions of people worldwide fall asleep with soothing stories that allow their spinning minds to find some focus and peace. Drew offers his views on work, having purpose in life and those endless arguments we have with ourselves. 2019-03-211h 05
Between Two Mics: The Remote Recording PodcastTurning Vulnerability into Your Superpower with Drew AckermanSleep with Me PodcastSleep with Me MerchVice News Tonight SpotPodfestCalifornia Podcast Association / Oakland Podcasters Meetup2019-02-2629 minThe Working Experience100. The Working Experience's 100th Episode!We've come a long way from the days of discussing people who defecate on the floor of the employee bathroom! (Not that much further, actually.) John and Matty discuss the value of Drew Ackerman's Sleep With Me Podcast as well as a police officer who had his gun stolen by two strippers he was "hanging out" with at a motel in Rhode Island. Bad decisions make great stories. 2019-02-111h 17
UncontainedEpisode 152: Andrew Ackerman A.K.A. Dearest Scooter - Done Counting SheepThis week Drew Ackerman A.K.A Dearest Scooter host of the Sleep With Me, joins me at Calavera in Oakland, California. Drew was on episode 21 of Uncontained and makes his long-awaited return with some accomplishments and amazing stories to share. Like comedian Mike Birbiglia plugging SWM on The Tim Ferris Show, joining the podcast network Night Vale presents, voted the #1 health and fitness podcast on iHeartRadio, and being featured on HBO's Vice. Drew answers my closing questions, most of them for the first time, giving a lot of great advice for podcasters and sleep deprived listeners of all...2019-02-051h 01
Selfish™3.5 - Sleep With MeI love the story of compassion that Drew Ackerman shares. Through his struggle with insomnia he developed a tool to help others fall asleep, and even though it can be tough to keep continuing to create content he is motivated that there are people in the word going through pain that he can help ease through his podcast.Drew Ackerman is the creator and host of Sleep With Me, the one-of-a-kind bedtime story podcast featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Buzzfeed, Mental Floss, and Dr. Oz. Born out of Drew's childhood insomnia, Sleep With...2019-01-0415 min
Selfish™3.1 - And That's OkayMy husband Brandon and I have a phrase we use often, it’s “And that’s okay.” As we recap our days, we will mention something we wanted to get done, but never got around to doing. “And that’s okay,” the other one will say. It’s our way of giving each other the forgiveness we needed to give ourselves.We say it so much, Henna gets to use it. She lays in bed until the afternoon, and we don’t want to make her move to make the bed, so we will say, “Henna’s extra tired today, and...2019-01-0404 min
Podcasting ExperimentsCreativity in a Unique NicheDrew Ackerman joins us on the podcast today to talk about his podcast, Sleep with Me. We explore several areas: Diving into a niche that wasn't really being served Creatively and purposely rambling Facing imposter syndrome And more... Check out his podcast here: https://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/2018-12-0400 min
Payne in the PodDrew Ackerman of Sleep With MeMary Payne chats with Drew Ackerman of Sleep With Me. While it sounds sexy, the podcast is anything but. In each episode, Drew tells a bedtime story designed to lull adults to sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-10-0124 min
Pounded In The Butt By My Own PodcastMy Butt Is Comforted By The Realization That I’m Okay And Everything Will Be Alright, read by Dearest ScooterDearest Scooter (a.k.a. Drew Ackerman), host of the Sleep With Me podcast, performs the classic tale of an anxious man who is comforted by the living manifestation of the realization that I’m okay and everything will be alright, whom he finds floating in the ocean. Written and hosted by Chuck Tingle. Get the book on Amazon . A Night Vale Presents production. Editor: Grant Stewart Sound Designer and Audio Engineer: Vincent Cacchione Producer: Christy Gressman Assistant Producer: Adam Cecil Theme Song: “Proving Love Is Real ” by Caged Animals, covered by Jonathan Mann Logo: Chuck Tingle Very special thanks to Jos...2018-08-2938 min
Pounded In The Butt By My Own PodcastMy Butt Is Comforted By The Realization That I’m Okay And Everything Will Be Alright, read by Dearest Scooter
Dearest Scooter (a.k.a. Drew Ackerman), host of the Sleep With Me podcast, performs the classic tale of an anxious man who is comforted by the living manifestation of the realization that I’m okay and everything will be alright, whom he finds floating in the ocean.
Written and hosted by Chuck Tingle.
Get the book on Amazon.
A Night Vale Presents production.
Editor: Grant Stewart
Composer and Sound Designer: Vincent Cacchione
Producer: Christy Gressman
Assistant Producer: Adam Cecil
Theme Song: “Proving Love Is Real” by Caged...2018-08-2941 min
The Podcast HourSleep With Me: the podcast that lulls you to sleep with inconsequential talkDrew Ackerman doesn't care if his podcast puts you to sleep – in fact, that's kind of the point. Every month, hundreds of thousands of people around the world tune in to help them drop off.2018-08-1100 min
Motherboard Cali GuysMBCG - 023 Jarrod Torments His WifeOn This Episode: Anthony Bourdain / National Bourbon Day / Everything Is Dated / Deli Names / Fathers Day / Dad Adventures / Jarrod Read's A Story / Are We Embarrassing? / Jarrod Torments His Wife / Nifty Package From Drew Ackerman!
Show Notes
It’s June 14, 2011 and a young Jordan Wheeler, fresh out of the green room, is just settling in to the living room sofa with a mayo loaded, slapped together hoagie. Quelling his excitement proves to be an impossible task as the longing to revel in what Daniel Tosh has lined up for him today is about to be unleashed on his beautifully naive and impressionable mi...2018-07-131h 23
Dyslexia Is Our Superpower PodcastEpisode 44: Podcaster Drew Ackerman explains how his dyslexia led to the creation of his highly successful podcast, Sleep With Me."Small effort has really changed my life, of just saying let's just do this everyday for like 15 minutes. If we do it for even 5 minutes every day it's on a miracle level the results you can have." -Drew Ackerman Check out the Sleep With Me Podcast website here. 2018-07-0324 min
Motherboard Cali GuysMBCG - 022 Special Guest: Drew Ackerman (Sleep With Me Podcast)On This Episode: Drew Ackerman (Sleep With Me Podcast) Hangs Out / Human Bathtub Warmers / Adult Bedtime Stories / Nifty Package / 17 Questions With Drew2018-06-261h 38
Love Your Work123. Do It For You. Drew Ackerman of the Sleep With Me PodcastDrew Ackerman (@dearestscooter) has a podcast so boring, it will put you to sleep. That's why it's so successful. Almost five years ago, decided to make a podcast. Drew suffered from insomnia, so he wanted to make a podcast that would help people fall asleep. Drew wrote stories and droned on, and gradually began to earn new listeners. Today, he's produced over 650 episodes. He's kept up a pace of about three episodes a week. Drew's show, called Sleep With Me, has millions of listeners. He's one of Patreon's top creators with almost 4,000 patrons. Sleep With...2018-04-2653 min
Love Your WorkDo It For You. Drew Ackerman of the Sleep With Me PodcastDrew Ackerman (@dearestscooter) has a podcast so boring, it will put you to sleep. That's why it's so successful. Almost five years ago, decided to make a podcast. Drew suffered from insomnia, so he wanted to make a podcast that would help people fall asleep. Drew wrote stories and droned on, and gradually began to earn new listeners. Today, he's produced over 650 episodes. He's kept up a pace of about three episodes a week. Drew's show, called Sleep With Me, has millions of listeners. He's one of Patreon's top creators with almost 4,000 patrons. Sleep With...2018-04-2653 min
Podcast Junkies - Storytelling Interviews & Conversations with Podcasters Podcasting Passionately166 Drew Ackerman - How One Man is Helping People Fall AsleepDrew Ackerman wants to help you fall asleep. Think of him as the Sandman of podcasting except that instead of sprinkling sand in your eyes he’s sprinkling hour long stories in your earbuds with his slow, droning voice so you can get your much needed rest and relaxation. Drew describes his podcast, Sleep with Me, as a bedtime story podcast for grown ups and thanks to his hard work and dedication, he’s been helping insomniacs find the priceless sleep they’ve been craving. After discovering podcasts in 2005, he took the plunge and launched Sleep with Me in...2018-04-2557 minThe Working Experience039. The Habits of Happy People with Drew AckermanMatt and Drew of the Sleep With Me Podcast discuss creativity, the nature of success and working hard.2018-03-3143 min
Hello From The Magic TavernSeason 2, Ep 51 - SquibbertSquibbert the frog returns with an important message from the Dark Lord. That’s assuming we can focus up enough to hear it. CreditsArnie: Arnie NiekampChunt: Adal RifaiUsidore: Matt YoungSquibbert: Sarah ShockeyChest Trünkborn: Travis McElroyTalbot the Badger: Tugs the BadgerDearest Scooter: Drew AckermanMysterious Man: Tim SniffenCraig: Ryan DiGiorgiTricia: Kate JamesProducers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgiEd...2018-03-1944 min
The CraftSanity PodcastCraftSanity #210: 2.18.18 Drew ShenemanWe go behind the scenes of the fascinating art career of Drew Sheneman, a nationally syndicated political cartoonist who started writing and illustrating children’s picture books a couple years ago.2018-02-1900 minThe CraftSanity PodcastCraftSanity #210: 2.18.18 Drew ShenemanWe go behind the scenes of the fascinating art career of Drew Sheneman, a nationally syndicated political cartoonist who started writing and illustrating children’s picture books a couple years ago.2018-02-1900 min
Selfish for Success: Happiness | Lifestyle | Career | Relationships | Health | Self EsteemSFS 029: The Art of Falling Asleep & Creating a Wildly Popular Podcast With "Sleep With Me" Host Drew AckermanDrew Ackerman, aka “Dearest Scooter," is the host of the incredibly popular podcast, Sleep With Me, where 3 times a week he tells “a lulling, droning, boring bedtime story to distract your racing mind” and put you to sleep. He has over 3,000 5-star reviews on iTunes from people with insomnia and sleep trouble who rave how Drew’s stories knock them out and how they can only get through 15 min of a 1-hour episode before dozing off. Today, we’re going to explore how Drew built such a successful podcast, what inspired him to start it, and what k...2018-01-1739 min
Pop Tea PodcastSleep with Us!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!In this episode, we recap 2017, interview Andrew Ackerman from the Sleep with Me podcast (he's FASCINATING), and talk housewives - are the housewives still a thing?2017-12-211h 25The Working Experience022. Sleeping With Drew AckermanDrew Ackerman, creative force behind the Sleep With Me podcast, joins me to discuss his days of cleaning the apartments of the elderly and delivering a mattress to a three hundred pound pig. F*cking LA!2017-12-1857 min
podcastcoachLessons and Observations from PodConI attended the first ever PodCon in Seattle this weekend. It was cofounder by Hank and John Green who are You tubers who have a successful Dear Hank and John show, Joseph Fink from Welcome to Nightvale, Justin and Travis McElroy (My brother, My brother and Me). I went to the opening ceremonies with close to 1000 people in the room that reported any of these people came on the stage. They had other podcasters as well. They were asked questions and were all very witty. When asked about any weird jobs they had done in the past one person answered “Yo...2017-12-1239 min
School of Podcasting - Podcast Tips to Plan, Launch, Grow Your PodcastLessons and Observations from PodConI attended the first ever PodCon in Seattle this weekend. It was cofounder by Hank and John Green who are You tubers who have a successful Dear Hank and John show, Joseph Fink from Welcome to Nightvale, Justin and Travis McElroy (My brother, My brother and Me). I went to the opening ceremonies with close to 1000 people in the room that reported any of these people came on the stage. They had other podcasters as well. They were asked questions and were all very witty. When asked about any weird jobs they had done in the past...2017-12-1140 min
Jamie and Travis Present...PodCon 2017 Saturday!We attended day 1 of PodCon 2017! We discuss our exceeded expectations, cosplay, and Drew Ackerman. (Don't Forget To Be Awesome) Make to check out our archive of episodes at www.jamieandtravispresent.com
2017-12-1019 min
One Dish, One MicDeer Treaty OpponentsThe best thing in a time of disagreement is to look for common ground in the interest of reasonable discourse...this show isn't that. Sean and Karl are right on the money though. If you don't think the opposition to Indigenous rights being practiced in Shorthills is super-racist then go listen to Drew Ackerman or something because this isn't your show. If you like to support fun, funny, informative urban Indigenous podcasters giving a modern take on what's wrong with some people who miss the point then click play now.2017-11-0754 min
Podcast NinjaHow Drew Ackerman Built a Top Ranked Podcast with 50M+ Downloads Drew Ackerman is the host of Sleep With Me Podcast. During the episode, Drew will share how he turned his passion into a successful podcast that reaches millions around the world. Learn how you can grow your audience, engage with your listeners, and profitably monetize your show. Listen to the end to find out how to get friends, family, and strangers to tune in. Click below to subscribe for new episodes: Podcastninja.net/11 PN11 Show Notes: Drew’s Links: Sleep With Me Podcast @dea...2017-10-0141 minSchool of Podcasting - Podcast Tips to Plan, Launch, Grow Your PodcastIt's a Lot of Work To Sound This Boring - Drew Ackerman of Sleep with Me PodcastToday I talk with Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me Podcast. I met him at Podfest.us and I was amazed at the amount of detail he puts into a show that has a singular goal of putting you to sleep. In the interview you will hear: How Drew started his show with not the best of equipment His "Let's See What Happens" attitude How he picks the not too boring, not too entertaining topics. How he pushed through when he thought about quitting What inspired him to start the podcast How he takes it seriously, but no...2017-07-0350 min
podcastcoachIt's a Lot of Work To Sound This Boring - Drew Ackerman of Sleep with Me PodcastToday I talk with Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me Podcast. I met him at Podfest.us and I was amazed at the amount of detail he puts into a show that has a singular goal of putting you to sleep. In the interview you will hear: How Drew started his show with not the best of equipment His "Let's See What Happens" attitude How he picks the not too boring, not too entertaining topics. How he pushed through when he thought about quitting What inspired him to start the podcast How he takes it seriously, but not too se...2017-07-0349 min
The School of PodcastingIt's a Lot of Work To Sound This Boring - Drew Ackerman of Sleep with Me PodcastToday I talk with Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me Podcast. I met him at Podfest.us and I was amazed at the amount of detail he puts into a show that has a singular goal of putting you to sleep. In the interview you will hear: How Drew started his show with not the best of equipment His "Let's See What Happens" attitude How he picks the not too boring, not too entertaining topics. How he pushed through when he thought about quitting What inspired him to start the podcast How he takes it seriously, but not too se...2017-07-0349 min
Trekabout: A Star Trek PodcastTrekabout Special 5: Sleep with MeWhoa, another Trekabout special? Hold us back! This time, we’re happy to have on the show Drew Ackerman, creator and host of the thrice-weekly sleep aid podcast Sleep with Me. Billed as a “A Lulling, Droning, Boring Bedtime Story to Distract Your Racing Mind”, Drew recounts TNG episodes as bedtime stories. This week he’s telling the ...2017-06-2500 min
Surreal Mundane#10: An Offering in the NightHost Bec Fary has a conversation with Drew Ackerman (AKA Dearest Scooter), host of another sleepy podcast, Sleep With Me.2017-04-0600 min
Fear Based LifeBroad Fears w/ Drew AckermanMel chats up Drew Ackerman from Feral’s new show, Sleep With Me.2017-02-071h 39
We Got This with Mark and Hal#95 - Best Holiday Lights with Drew AckermanHappy Holidays, People of the World! Most of you have probably decorated for the holidays if you were planning on doing it in the first place, but do you need to replace your lights? We sat down with Drew Ackerman, the host of the popular Sleep With Me podcast. Together, we determine which holiday lights reign supreme! See Mark, Hal, and our WorkJuice Player guests LIVE at the SF Punchline on Saturday, January 14th for We Got This during SF Sketchfest! Get tickets here.
2016-12-2156 min
Who Are These Podcasts?Ep37 - Sleep With MeHey America, it's a new episode of WATP! This week we review Sleep With Me, a podcast that helps you fall asleep. Kevin does some Cobra Commander AND what he assumes is a good impression of the Sleep With Me host, Drew Ackerman. Karl debuts his new sleep podcast idea and introduces us to a horrible YouTube video featuring the best artists of 2009. It's a doozy folks! So put down your spray paint and Dump Trump stencils and instead make a sign that says "WATP is neato #1". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...2016-11-1354 min
Harmontown218 - Walter BlancoDrew Ackerman of the Sleep With Me podcast tries to test out his ability to put people to sleep on the Harmontown fan. Speaking of fans, one of the weirdest ones ever takes the stage. Watch the video at harmontown.com/live See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-10-272h 27
HarmontownWalter BlancoDrew Ackerman of the Sleep With Me podcast tries to test out his ability to put people to sleep on the Harmontown fan. Speaking of fans, one of the weirdest ones ever takes the stage. Watch the video at harmontown.com/live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2016-10-272h 06
ADHD reWired135 | Overcoming Perfectionism135 | Overcoming Perfectionism This Week’s Guest: Drew “Scooter” Ackerman is the host of the podcast, Sleep With Me. This podcast is designed to lull you to sleep with stories that are delivered in soothing tones. Drew has never been formally diagnosed with ADHD. He has shared that he has dyslexia and he struggles with sleep. In this conversation, we discuss some of the challenges Drew has with organization and perfectionism with his podcast. We look at these challenges and in the ADHD reWired Hot Seat portion of the episode, I challenge Drew to make a commitment in his podcast editing. Included in...2016-09-271h 24
ADHD reWired135 | Overcoming Perfectionism135 | Overcoming Perfectionism This Week’s Guest: Drew “Scooter” Ackerman is the host of the podcast, Sleep With Me. This podcast is designed to lull you to sleep with stories that are delivered in soothing tones. Drew has never been formally diagnosed with ADHD. He has shared that he has dyslexia and he struggles with sleep. In this conversation, we discuss some of the challenges Drew has with organization and perfectionism with his podcast. We look at these challenges and in the ADHD reWired Hot Seat portion of the episode, I challenge Drew to make a commitment in his podcast editing. Included in...2016-09-271h 24
Half Hour InternInsomniac / Sleep with Me Host (with Drew Ackerman)Sleep is a such an incredibly important part of life. We all know that. Strangely, it may also be the most universally taken for granted part of life that we all share. When we are sleeping good and able to fall asleep easily we hardly give sleep a second thought. It’s just…something you do. When we can’t sleep, our bed can become a source of anxiety, our mind a prison, and our life a nightmare. It’s the number one foundational cornerstone to both physical and mental health. Today’s guest, Drew Ackerman, is very familiar with the pains...2016-08-2900 min
Game of DronesTommen's Journey to Zelv Discoveri Part OneTommen and Pounce head down a road to your sleep riches over the next three episodes. (17:36) Join them over the next three shows as they discover what is really within the Temple of Zelv-Discoveri. Hint you can sleep as it should be already pretty clear. 00:17:26 Episode Begins This episode is sponsored by Linenspa- find the secret word and then use SLEEP25 for 25% off items on the landing page https://www.linenspa.com/sleepwithme Support the show at Patreon http://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/patron Amazon Links http://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/amazon If you don't have Amazon Prime sign up here http://ww...2016-07-131h 35
UncontainedEpisode 021: Drew Ackerman - Adult Bedtime StoriesIn Episode 021 the host of 'Sleep With Me' podcast, Drew Ackerman, AKA 'Dearest Scooter' to his listeners, talks about his podcast and why he decided to create a podcast designed to put people to sleep. If you are an insomniac, or just have trouble falling asleep sometimes, this episode is for you. Drew explains where he comes up with the plots of his adult bedtime stories. Listen in on this one-of-a-kind interview on Uncontained. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-07-0544 min
SleepTalker#10: An Offering in the NightTonight on SleepTalker, we’re saying “goodnight” at the start because we’re listening to a podcast that’s really hard to hear the end of. In this episode, Bec chats to Drew Ackerman, AKA Dearest Scooter, host of Sleep With Me.
Sleep With Me is a podcast of “bedtime stories for grown-ups”. Three times a week, Drew records and uploads lulling, meandering tales to try to help his listeners drift. Head to www.sleepwithmepodcast.com to hear more of Drew’s work.
SleepTalker is produced by Bec Fary. Head to www.sleeptalkerpodcast.com for a transcript of this episode, and to listen to...2016-05-2420 min
Game of DronesRed Woman and Mood Rings | Game Of Drones Season 6 Opener | Sleep With Me #382Tonight's show is sponsored by Reverie- Get an Info Kit about their amazing sleep systems!!! at http://www.reverie.com or GIVE Them A CALL: 888.888.5990 "Amazing Sleep that is customized for life" Game of Thrones returns (starts 19:44) just in time for bed. As you pillow softens we will catch up on Episode One and then learn some stuff. All will be capped off by Tommen, Pounce and the Gods old and new. Thanks to to Lee Nutter who wrote about our Patreon at https://leenutter.com/journal/sleep-with-me/ to Audrey at KALW– http://kalw.org/post/podcaster-tells-boring-bedtime-stories-help-put-you-sleep to Alison and Lindsay a...2016-05-022h 13
Amplify Today: Tech, Social Media and Pop CultureI'll Tell You in a MinuteToday we discuss The Shade Room, Facebook power, What happens on the Internet in a Minute, Drew Ackerman, Sleep with Me, Podcasts, Facebook Tor, Iconspeak, tshirts, Virtuali Tee, Rabble and much more. Let's learn something about our own businesses through these blogging, social media, and tech news.2016-04-2322 min
Word Patriots Archives - WebTalkRadio.netWord Patriots – Diane Ackerman’s One Hundred Names For Love (encore)Due to the hospitalization of my producer Donnie “Turk” Schnars this week, we are re-broadcasting my July interview with the noted poet and naturalist Diane Ackerman. Diane is the author of over two-dozen books. Many know her as the author of the best-selling “A Natural History of the Senses.” She hosted a five-hour PBS television series inspired by that work. Her poetry includes “Origami Bridges: Poems of Psychoanalysis and Fire, “I Praise My Destroyer,” and “Wife of Light.” “One Hundred Names For Love” tells the story of Diane’s husband Paul West’s terrible 2004 stroke. Diane relates how frightening and frustrating the stroke...2012-01-2341 minWord Patriots Archives - WebTalkRadio.netWord Patriots – Diane Ackerman’s One Hundred Names For LoveThis week on Word Patriots@Webtalkradio, my guest is the noted poet and naturalist Diane Ackerman, the author of over two-dozen books of poetry and non-fiction. Many know her as the author of the best-selling A Natural History of the Senses. She hosted a five-hour PBS television series inspired by that work. Her poetry, which has enthralled me since I first read the original version of The Planets: A Cosmic Pastoral as a college student, includes: Origami Bridges: Poems of Psychoanalysis and Fire; I Praise My Destroyer; and Wife of Light. Her nonfiction includes the 2007 Orion Book Award winning...2011-07-1844 min