Nocturnal Worlds – a sound bath for relaxation

Take a 20-minute break from the hustle and bustle of SXSW to restore your nervous system with a Nocturnal Worlds sound bath. This audio journey through nature has been designed for you to replicate anywhere, anytime. Simply close your eyes, take a deep breath and be transported to the nocturnal wonderland of Australia’s unique nocturnal ecosystems. 


There will be 3 x 20-minute sessions. Each session features a different animal’s nocturnal journey – the Mountain Pygmy Possum, the Green Sea Turtle and the Bare Nose Wombat.
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About the podcast:

Nocturnal Worlds is an Audiocraft Original sleep podcast created with the Australian Museum. This series weaves together a symphony of nature sounds and storytelling in an audio experience that highlights Australia’s unique nocturnal ecosystems.

Each episode delves into the hidden lives of iconic Australian animals—the Powerful Owl, Red-Crowned Toadlet, Long-finned Eel, Bogong Moth, Sea Turtle, and Bare Nose Wombat—unveiling their captivating lives and nocturnal behaviours.  

Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape, a restful night's sleep, or want to learn about our amazing natural world, this podcast will transport you to a nocturnal wonderland that exists just outside our doorstep. 


Nocturnal Worlds is written and produced by Olivia O’Flynn with sound design by Laura Brierley Newton. Additional production support from Marcus Costello, Lorna Clarkson, Kate Montague and Megan Lawrence.