Jamaican Me Sleepy: Recent Episodes
Kaci Hamilton
Sleep. That magical state that eludes little kids, as well as big ones. Fall asleep faster with Shakespearean actress Kaci Hamilton, as she narrates your favourite bedtime stories and fairy tales in a mellifluous Jamaican accent. That's right, mellifluous. And there's even a little pink noise in the background to help seal the deal. Because we all could use a little help with bedtime, mon!
Jamaican Me Sleepy is going into hibernation till the fall. But stay tuned little ones, we'll be back in September with all new stories. So you won't miss a snoozing beat!
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A favourite here at Jamaican Me Sleepy, Toads and Diamonds is a timeless reminder that it always, always pays to always be nice. Imagine if this could really happen?
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Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, that was really thoughtful of Jack to grab the harp and hen as her ran from the giant. Great news, they all made it.
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Did the Sheriff of Nottingham really not recognise him? Perhaps his archery skills are that dazzling...
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Elena wasn't going to let an old woman's prediction determine her destiny, oh no. She took matters into her own hands. And she got the gold.
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On this day of giving, sharing, reflection and rebirth, it's the timeless tale of second chances.
Merry Christmas everyone, and to all a good night!
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Now, Dasher! Now, Dancer! Now, Prancer and Vixen! On, Comet! On, Cupid! On, Donder and Blitzen! Nuff said. 🎅
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They wanted to make Christmas special for each other. But it turns out everyday is Christmas because they have each other. 🎁
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If you love someone - or just really appreciate their stitch-work - set them free. It is Christmas after all. 🎄
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It never gets old: girl is under-appreciated, girl get passed over for all the fun, girl's fairy godmother appears and turns a pumpkin, some field mice and an apron into the most beautiful get up for the ball. Girl gets the love of her life.
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It's not easy holding your head high and walking tall when you're not wearing any clothes. But if the Emperor can do it, so...can...you? 🤔
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Did you know it was a mischievous fishing trip with Maui and his brothers that led to the creation of Hawaii? Listen and learn. Or sleep. Either works.
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The classic tale of the genie in a bottle. What would you do with your three wishes?
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Pocahontas reminds us of the magic that can happen when we put aside our differences and love people for who they are. Now, that's girl power.
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It was Snow White's kind heard that made it all work out in the end. Ok, and maybe a little help from those trusty dwarves.
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To celebrate International Day of the Girl Child, we much prefer this version of The Frog Prince. The princess doesn't judge a book by its cover and accepts the frog for who he is. Lucky him!
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We couldn't think of a better way to kick off International Day of the Girl Child. Hua Mulan is everything awesome about being a girl: brave, selfless, loyal, honourable, fierce, passionate, and humble. And she kicks butt!
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October 11 is International Day of the Girl Child, and we wanted to honour all the amazing little ones out there, with stories that remind us why it's awesome to be a girl. October's stories are dedicated to four amazing ladies, who exhibit compassion, empathy, selflessness, kindness, ingenuity, and bravery. Just a few of the things that make girls great. So tune in on Tuesday October 11 to hear the stories of Pocahontas, The Princess and the Frog, Mulan, and Snow White. Who run the world? Girls!
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With everyone on summer holiday, we decided to take a nap. But now we're back, refreshed, and ready for some stories. And we have a great line up: Maui from Moana, Robin Hood, Cinderella, Jack and his Beanstalk...we even kick things off with a four stories of strong girls kicking butt, just in time for International Day of the Girl Child on October 11. So grab a pillow and get cozy, it's bedtime!
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Jamaican Me Sleepy is taking a little summer holiday! We're going to rest and reset, and come back sleepier than ever. Soon come, mon!
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Bunny thought he would never see those rabbits again; but he got even more than he wished for. With a little love - and the help of a friendly fairy - he became Real.
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Everybody should have a friendship like the boy and Bunny, because it's the best thing in the world to love, and be loved in return. Get ready for sweet, cuddly dreams with part one of The Velveteen Rabbit.
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Aesop does it again with another valuable lesson - slow down, enjoy the ride, and don't worry so much about trying to have it all.
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Bet you didn't think sheep could be reunited with their lost tails...but then again, shepherdesses get things done.
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It's rainy, there's a white cat, a handkerchief full of onions, and a rescue mission involving Old Mr. Bunny. But it all works out in the end for Peter Rabbit's spunky cousin.
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Best be believin' the townspeople didn't believe him. But Aesop was right, you can't go crying wolf willy nilly.
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There's a lot of stuff in the house that Jack built. But Mother Goose makes it sound so rhyming good.
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Spoiler alert: she lets down her hair. But she also rescues the prince. Go Rapunzel!
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No huffing and puffing here! The three pigs battle the big bad wolf and learn that a brick house is the best kind of house, even if it requires a little more work.
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Think you could befriend a lion? All it takes is a little kindness, according to Aesop.
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Root for the precocious Peter Rabbit as he goes on a daring adventure through Mr. McGregor's garden, in Beatrix Potter's timeless story.
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Good things come in small packages! In this Aesop fable, it's the little mouse that saves the day.
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Hans Christian Andersen's time old tale of the misunderstood little duckling. May he bring out the swan in all of us.
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Sometimes the grass isn't greener on the other side. Aesop's classic fable about appreciating what you have, no matter how humble.
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Old Mother Hubbard...and her crazy dog. He's sitting in chairs, feeding the cat! See what else these two are up to in this favourite rhyme from Mother Goose.
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In this premiere of Season 2, we visit the motherland, West Africa, to meet the greatest trickster of Afro-Caribbean lore, Anansi Spider. Listen as Anansi uses his cunning to get Lion to take his place...
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If Goldilocks listened to this episode, she would say it's not too long, and not too short, but just right. Kaci Hamilton narrates the curious case of Goldilocks and The Three Bears. No one's sleeping in your bed but you...
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In Denslow's spin on Humpty Dumpy, our fave egg friend leaves the wall and goes on to travel the world, bringing joy wherever he goes. And you'll really love the way Humpty Dumpty sounds in a Jamaican accent. Sweet dreams...
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Get ready to saw those logs, as Kaci Hamilton narrates the Brothers Grimm classic, Little Red Riding Hood. Sleep tight...
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Welcome to season 1, episode 1 of Jamaican Me Sleepy, the sleep podcast that features your favourite classic tales read in a mellifluous Jamaican accent. In our inaugural episode, actress, voiceover artist, and bonafide Jamaican Kaci Hamilton narrates the classic underdog story of The Tortoise and the Hare. Night night...
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