Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt
by R.A. Spratt
From the publisher
This is a weekly podcast of funny stories for kids. There are side-splitting versions of my own fractured fairy tales. Also short stories from some of my best-selling books, featuring characters from 'The Adventures of Nanny Piggins' and 'Friday Barnes, Girl Detective'.
What Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt is recognised for
Tops this collection — the show whose reviews point at it most strongly, weighted by how well it's rated. One award per show, so this is the only one it holds.
Binge-worthy
Rated 4.6 or better AND 300+ episodes. Episode count alone says nothing — plenty of shows are long and mediocre — so this is the two together: worth getting into, with somewhere to go.
Hidden gem
Rated 4.75 or better from between 20 and 350 ratings, with at least 15 written reviews — adored by the people who found it, but nowhere near a chart. Kept rare on purpose.
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What parents actually say
High confidence · 87 detailed reviewsPlenty of detailed reviews to work from, so these patterns are pretty dependable. We summarise the 87 reviews long enough to describe the show, out of 144 in total — one-line raves don't tell you much.
Why parents put it on
The moments it actually gets used for.
- Works at bedtimeTop5
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- “Hi I love this podcast it is awesome and it helps me go to sleep as well as my brother.Have you done a story on the birth of Athena or How she fought to gain rule over Athens I’…”
- “When I listen to the podcast when I go to bed I have good dreams and go to sleep laughing.”
- Great for car rides3
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- “Me and the kids love listening in the car when traveling and my husband always laughs at all the funny jokes keep up the good work!!!”
- “We were long-time fans of Nanny Piggins, found Friday Barnes at our library, and found the podcast on a road trip.”
- Great voices & acting3
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- “You are amazing you have changed our life and you are so funny and such an amazing writer and those voices are top notch.”
- “So entertaining, so funny and RA Spratt has an amazing voice for storytelling!”
- Works for mixed ages2
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- “These books are especially good for road trips, except if your siblings are yelling and you can’t focus on the book.”
- “So thankful for ones we can listen to that are entertaining and fun for all ages.”
What it's about
What comes up when parents describe it.
- Storytelling & adventureTop49
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- “Hello I was wondering if you could do a story about Hestia she is an Ancient Greek goddess and if not could you do Nike.”
- “We right ideas because we are sharpening positive feedback and giveing our ideas on more stories she could write to make it better also you can suck it if you think we don’t kno…”
- Humor & silliness18
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- “From hilarious desert loving nanny piggins to Friday Barnes which always keeps me at the edge of my seat as well as pesky kids and don’t forget the tall tales!”
- “So funny and cool.”
- History & mythology8
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- “Hello I was wondering if you could do a story about Hestia she is an Ancient Greek goddess and if not could you do Nike.”
- “Also a while ago nanny piggins promised a story on the ancient Olympics where all the contestants were nude and her relative was involved.”
- Imagination & creativity3
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- “A magical book series”
- “The creativity is amazing.”
- Mystery & problem solving3
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- “I also want to be a detective like Friday barnes.”
- “Even for cooking I listen to Friday Barnes or a Nanny piggins story while doing a puzzle.”
- Original songs & music3
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- “Good plots and story’s but theme music is very sharp and screechy and also there’s a lot of talking at the beginning and end when I just want to hear the story in total I give i…”
- “Love your podcast, I saw a couple other comments asking for this too but could you pls make a Hamilton nanny piggins tale (possibly even including some of the songs)!”
What it feels like
The mood parents describe.
- FunnyTop17
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- “From hilarious desert loving nanny piggins to Friday Barnes which always keeps me at the edge of my seat as well as pesky kids and don’t forget the tall tales!”
- “So funny and cool.”
- Educational4
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- “😱like, I learned about it like, today!!!”
- “Because I learned that she writes Friday Barnes and The Peski Kids too as well as tall tales.”
- Calming3
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- “I think this is such an amazing and relaxing podcast and I love to listen to it when I’m doing chores or like doing anything.”
- “Amazing so funny and relaxing I listen to them every night and I have gone through then all I love them so keep up the good work”
- Exciting3
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- “I am absolutely in love with every book you write, and would recommend R S Spratt to anyone willing to take an a journey through all different books like adventurous Nanny Piggi…”
- “R.A spratt’s stories are so funny😂😂😂, entertaining , and exciting.”
Who's actually listening
From the 6 reviews that name a child's age.
- Tweens (9-12)4
- Teens (13+)3
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About Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt
In the publisher's own words, as they describe the show on its feed.
This is a weekly podcast of funny stories for kids. There are side-splitting versions of my own fractured fairy tales. Also short stories from some of my best-selling books, featuring characters from 'The Adventures of Nanny Piggins' and 'Friday Barnes, Girl Detective'. The stories are perfect for bedtime, long car rides or even if you're just stuck waiting a really long time at the doctor's office. They're written for 7-11 year olds but these are tales the whole family can enjoy. The silliness is ageless. I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as I enjoy recording it. After years of being a children's author, typing away in my office with only my goldfish for company, I was bursting to tell my stories out-loud and with lots of silly voices! So please - sit back, get comfy and enjoy some amazing, some silly and some just plain ludicous tales direct from my imagination to you.
Parent reviews (144)
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Paige (meeeeee) · Oct 2026
MYTHOLOGY IS DA BEST
Hello I was wondering if you could do a story about Hestia she is an Ancient Greek goddess and if not could you do Nike. I looooooove Ancient Greek mythology and I know lots of other people out there who do as well.I love your story’s and hope you can make these suggestions happen
Yaaaaay 29 · Oct 2026
To the person who said this is not fan ideas
We right ideas because we are sharpening positive feedback and giveing our ideas on more stories she could write to make it better also you can suck it if you think we don’t know that she doesn’t read these but it is a nice thought to have that she does read them plus other reviewers read these and they could agree with you so if you want to act so cool and tuff u shouldn’t be here because this is a safe space for story time girlies and guys everywhere.
Juihnhyhbgtvftfc · Sep 2026
Friday Barnes series
I love your stories! I have read almost every single one of your books! I would love for you to do a Captain Cook as told by Nanny Piggins story!! Love from your Biggest_Fan_Ever@2
Biggest_Fan_Ever@2 · Sep 2026
The best!!!
I love all your books! From hilarious desert loving nanny piggins to Friday Barnes which always keeps me at the edge of my seat as well as pesky kids and don’t forget the tall tales! 5 stars.
Your biggest fan 🩷 · Sep 2026
Bedtime’s best stories
I love ❤️ your work and please write a nanny pigense Halloween chapter ❣️and one about the Mona LISA
Ra sprat super fan 🩷❤️🩷📚 · Sep 2026
Amazing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I am absolutely in love with every book you write, and would recommend R S Spratt to anyone willing to take an a journey through all different books like adventurous Nanny Piggins, the mysterious Friday Barns and the Wacky Pesky Kids! My favourite author! Thank you for making very story so memorable! 💗
Book worm girl 📖 · Sep 2026
I like the podcast but can you not do as much talking at the start
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t, d,l · Sep 2026
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Questions parents ask
What age is Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt for?
Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt is aimed at ages 7–11. In their reviews, parents most often mention tweens (9-12) and teens (13+).
How long are Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt episodes?
Most episodes run about 22 minutes, so an episode fits comfortably into a school run or a bedtime routine.
Is Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt any good?
It holds 4.8 out of 5 from 223 ratings, with 144 written parent reviews, which works out to an A on our scale.
Is Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt appropriate for kids?
Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt is marked clean, with no explicit content flag. Parents describe it as funny, educational, calming.
Where can I listen to Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt?
Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and other podcast apps. It's free to listen to.
Why do parents recommend Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt?
The point that comes up most is "works at bedtime" — mentioned in 5 of the 87 reviews we analysed.
Episodes
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Nanny Piggins and the Duel at Dead Man's Gorge
Sep 29, 2026 · 24 min
I have been on tour for the release of Friday Barnes 14 for the last two weeks. I ran out of time to write and record a fresh episode for this week so I'm dropping a rerun of one of my all time favourite Nanny Piggins stories. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buy...
Friday Barnes and the Case of the Radioactive Hair
Sep 22, 2026 · 22 min
My new book FRIDAY BARNES 14, NOTHING TO LOSE came out this week so I've recorded the first two chapters for the podcast. It's a mini-mystery so even if you've never read any Friday Barnes before you'll still be able to enjoy it. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymea...
'Achilles vs the Amazon Queen' as told by Nanny Piggins
Sep 15, 2026 · 23 min
Nanny Piggins continues the story of the Trojan War. She picks up after the death of Hector, when the Amazon army turns up unexpectedly and Achilles volunteers to yet again save the day. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket...
Friday Barnes and the Case of the Prodigal Dad
Sep 8, 2026 · 27 min
When Mr Wainscott turns up at Highcrest Academy to reclaim Ian, Friday is suspicious. Can she get to the bottom of it before her on again off again boyfrienemy is whisked away to the Cayman Islands? Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To b...
'The Revenge of Achilles' as told by Nanny Piggins
Sep 1, 2026 · 18 min
Achilles is very upset that Hector killed his cousin, and he is determined to get revenge. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/
The Elephant's Child
Aug 25, 2026 · 24 min
I'm a bit sick, so to give myself a chance to rest, I've recorded a classic story by Rudyard Kipling. 'The Elephant's Child' was a favourite of mine when I was little. My Mum used to read it to me. I hope you like it too. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.c...
'Achilles and the Lookelike' as told by Nanny Piggins
Aug 18, 2026 · 18 min
When things go wrong for the Greeks on the battlefield it's time to bring out the big guns, but when Achilles has sworn a vow to not help, the next best thing is a lookelike. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket to a live s...
Friday Barnes and the Case at the Embassy
Aug 11, 2026 · 19 min
When Friday is stuck in transit at Geneva airport, she makes a deal with the Swiss authorities. She'll solve their robbery in exchange for a passport. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket to a live show use this link... htt...
'The Battle Resumes and Odysseus Sneaks About' as told by Nanny Piggins
Aug 4, 2026 · 19 min
Nanny Piggins continues to tell her version of the story of the Trojan War, in this episode the battle stops for the night, giving cunning Odysseus the chance to get up to some cunning mischief. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book ...
'The Battle of the Husbands' as told by Nanny Piggins
Jul 28, 2026 · 27 min
Nanny Piggins resumes her telling of the Trojan War, this week she reveals what happened with King Menelaus (Helen of Troy's first husband) and Prince Paris (Helen of Troy's second husband) faced off on the battle field. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.co...
'Macbeth' as told by Nanny Piggins - Holiday Rerun
Jul 21, 2026 · 24 min
I'm on holiday so I'm replaying some of my favourite episodes until I get back. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/
'The True History of Pigthagorus' as told by Nanny Piggins - Holiday Rerun
Jul 14, 2026 · 21 min
I'm on holiday for July, so I'm rerunning some of my favourite episodes until I get back. Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe! Support the show To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/