Hi, I'm Josh, but you can just call me Max & Blake's dad.
The Bedtime Scientist is a non-fiction podcast that offers gentle, documentary-style audio journeys into scientific wonders. It was created as a sensory-friendly, voice-only experience with a simple promise: no ads, no music, and no jarring sound effects. Ever.
This project began on a quiet night with a simple question. My son, Max, has a wonderfully busy and curious mind that often struggles to settle down. After we grew frustrated with bedtime audio full of loud ads and unsettling AI voices, I decided to do what I think Mr. Rogers would have done. I turned to my son and asked him, "What would actually help you feel calm and ready for sleep?"
His answer was simple: "Your voice."
That was the spark. We know from a scientific perspective that a calm, predictable human voice can signal safety to a neurodivergent child's nervous system. His request was a plea for that safety.
That is my mission: to create a quiet, trustworthy corner of the world for any family who needs it. Each episode is a gentle exploration of a real, wondrous idea, designed to turn bedtime from a battle into a moment of shared curiosity and calm. And every episode ends with the same direct message to your child:
"...I like your mind, just the way it wonders."
Thank you for being here, and for the trust you place in my voice.