Guided Sleep Meditation & Sleep Hypnosis from Sleep Cove

Christopher Fitton created Sleep Cove after struggling with his own sleep issues, and the podcast has since crossed 25 million downloads, making it one of the most popular sleep-focused shows available. The format leans heavily on sleep hypnosis, which distinguishes it from podcasts that rely primarily on stories or meditation. Fitton uses progressive relaxation techniques, guided imagery, and hypnotic suggestion to help listeners move through the stages of letting go — releasing muscle tension, quieting mental chatter, and eventually drifting into sleep. Episodes also include bedtime stories and traditional guided meditations, so the variety keeps the content fresh even for daily listeners. The hypnosis episodes follow a consistent structure: a brief induction phase, a deepening sequence, and then the main content, which might focus on stress relief, confidence building, or simply clearing your mind for rest. The production is clean with ambient background sounds layered beneath Fitton's calm narration. Premium members get access to over 400 ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, and full audiobook recordings including classics like Alice in Wonderland. The free feed includes regular episodes with minimal advertising. Sleep Cove works particularly well for people who have tried basic meditation apps and found them too short or too surface-level. The hypnosis approach goes deeper, and the longer episode lengths give your body more time to genuinely unwind.