The Sleeping World: Neighborhood Stroll with a Dog

By: Mumble Media, Audible Sleep

Narrated by: Cynthia Kimola

Wind down by escaping into nature. Part soundscape and part bedtime story, The Sleeping World is an intimate journey through ecologies around the world.

Dogs are a familiar and comforting part of many of our lives. In this episode, we take a walk with a pet xoloitzcuintli, or Mexican hairless dog, as he greets his blocks by smell. Along the way, we learn the backstory of squirrels in U.S. cities and observe the very smart and clean neighborhood raccoon.

This is the world in its natural state, defined by seasons, routines, and cycles. By the time this dog is back home, curled up under a blanket and starting to drift off to the patter of rain, you’ll be ready to drift off too.

Produced by Audible and Mumble Media
Written by Cara Ehlenfeldt
Narrated by Cynthia Kimola
Executive Producers for Mumble Media: Cara Ehlenfeldt and Jake Young
Executive Producer for Audible: Anna Stitt
Sound Design and Mix: Mumble Media
The Mumble Media team is Jaymeson Catsouphes, Cara Ehlenfeldt, Chester Gwazda, Liz Mak, Lee Mengistu, Renée Vargas, and Jake Young
Dog Consultant: Dr. Mia Cobb
Fact-Checker: Andrea López-Cruzado
Head of Creative Development at Audible: Kate Navin
Chief Content Officer at Audible: Rachel Ghiazza

Available in Dolby Atmos on Audible.

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Soothing voice about dogs

I love going to sleep thinking about a happy walk with a little dog. I will be able to use this often, without getting bored.

Fell asleep so beautifully

Wonderful! Some of the best sleep stories out there. I love its about the natural world.

Excellent

As a Xolo Mom, I approve of this book (LOL). Very relaxing and interesting.

Poolside naps with Asian Elephants

Magical and so informative. I was transported to a far off country that will come back to me in other quiet moments.

Performance

The reader’s voice had a soothing effect, and the sound effects enhanced the story experience. A great story to drift off into sleep!