ASMR Mythology: Pandora's Box, Danaïdes, Sisyphus and Icarus (Soft Spoken Story for Sleep)

In this soft spoken ASMR bedtime story, I tell you about four Greek myths:
- Pandora and her jar (or box), that according to Hesiod contained countless plagues that she let escape, providing a backstory for the existence of suffering in human life. This myth works as a "theodicy" (a backstory or an argument that explains why evil is part of human condition, when God(s) would have the power to avoid it). It is also connected to the biblical character of Eve, and scratching the surface by looking at different versions of this myth reveals a more ambivalent figure.
- The tragedy of the Danaïdes, daughters of king Danaus condemned to a futile task forever for the murders of their husbands.
- Sisyphus, the king of Corinth who was sentenced to another eternity of useless work for defying Zeus and cheating death. He was punished for his hubris: the overconfidence that made him lost touch with the reality of his condition.
- Icarus, the young man who flew too close to the sun and fell, in another example of hubris.
Links to Lights Out Library: a reboot has taken place after this video was recorded and the narrator is now Olimpia, but otherwise it is the same concept:
- KZbin: / @lightsoutlibraryov
- Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2KZFL3L...
- Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
- Amazon Music: music.amazon.com/podcasts/17b...
Credits: Script and narration by the French Whisperer, visuals by the French Whisperer, under Wikipedia Commons, or under license from Panthermedia, Canstock, Shutterstock and Freepik. Sound effects and music from the KZbin Audio Library for Creators.
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Timestamps:
0:00 4 Mythology Stories
0:53 Pandora (Story)
14:16 Lights Out Library
16:20 Cautionary Tale, Theodicy, Similarities with Biblical Eve
34:44 The Danaïdes (Story)
42:16 Sisyphus (Story)
55:48 Icarus (Story)
1:03:00 Fireplace Sounds, No Talking

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Timestamps and links to Lights Out Library: a reboot has taken place after this video was recorded and the narrator is now Olimpia, but otherwise it is the same concept: - KZbin: kzbin.info/door/Na6KSDhYttemECVadSzcAg - Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2KZFL3Lzi64OC0SjZeNoyo - Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lights-out-library-sleep-documentaries/id1715193758 - Amazon Music: music.amazon.com/podcasts/17b0b79f-a273-4c1c-b8ca-86a7c76d5738/lights-out-library-sleep-documentaries 0:00 4 Mythology Stories 0:53 Pandora (Story) 14:16 Lights Out Library 16:20 Cautionary Tale, Theodicy, Similarities with Biblical Eve 34:44 The Danaïdes (Story) 42:16 Sisyphus (Story) 55:48 Icarus (Story) 1:03:00 Fireplace Sounds, No Talking Slumber App free trial (30 days): slumber.fm/fw (this is a paid promotion if you become a paying member after the trial). If you cannot access the extended free trial (if the app offers only the standard 7 days), try closing the app after installation and clicking this link again. Aura App free trial (30 days): aurahealth.io/guestpass/the-french-whisperer (this is a paid promotion if you become a paying member after the trial).

[@RichMitch]

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[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

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[@deannaworld]

Hallo!

[@Diomedes_XXII]

Halo

[@t_tkuro]

As a Greek viewer, I can say I am grateful for this kind of work and effort. Keep it up mister, and enjoy the video everyone! 👌

[@trieshardgaming]

The best ASMR creator. That velvet French voice. Knocks me out every time. Thank you for all you do !

[@thegingerx]

I’m fascinated with greek mythology and listen to ASMR every night. This is perfect ☺️

[@mendagy]

Today has been such a stressful day... But just as soon as I popped my ear buds in & heard this amazingly deep, melodious voice, I smiled, knowing sleep would come soon! Thank u!!!!❤

[@MommaP-gy1bv]

Your fireplace 🔥 is the very best I have heard on YT. I used to listen to fire sounds before I found ASMR.

[@MommaP-gy1bv]

You are so much part of my sleep routine! A favorite voice of learning and relaxation.❤❤❤

[@jadealeixo]

I’m from Brazil, I love your videos so much 💙 please never delete them, I’ve watch this one so many times that it’s countless. I’m a big fan of Greek mythology and how the gods were big assholes. Your channel is the best in storytelling.

[@victoriagage515]

I went through a few other videos to find a relaxing voice like this. The French accent is a bonus and surprisingly relaxing. Will stick with the French Whisperer from now on. Love the stories.

[@legendof1leg446]

I want you to know that you are at the top of all my subs. I watch you more than anyone else! You rock frenchie!!!❤

[@elladoppke5372]

oh my good i’m literally so excited to go to sleep now, mythology videos are always my favorites!

[@dashsmash2665]

Yeah always interesting, i liked the norse mythology the most imo!

[@Medusa.0.o]

I do so love the soothing tone of your voice and the calm cadence. You could read a phone book (do they still make those?) and I would still watch your content. However, I've loved the Greek and Roman myths since they were introduced to me in school.

[@averto]

Les vidéos en Français me manquent… mais je suppose que cela prend un temps fou de faire des vidéos d’une telle qualité! C’est toujours un plaisir de vous écouter!

[@littlevoice_11]

Thank you for returning with mythology stories. These are ALWAYS the best with tales, meaning and history uniquely blended to create the ultimate mind soothing bedtime story that soothes even the most racing mind. Thank you 🙏 I look forward to your next mythology story soon. Hopefully you'll explore more native American and African stories soon as you mentioned previously that the stories from these beautiful cultures are so vast.

[@luna7207]

Sir...I dont know what kind of magical spell you have hidden in your voice...but as soon as I start listening...my eyes get instantly heavy. I dont make it longer than 15 minutes and I'm fast asleep. I sincerely thank you. ❤

[@whaat01]

Your voice is so smooth, i hear you and instantly relax 😴😴😴

[@AK-jt7kh]

I rarely comment due to unconsciousness, but this channel has single-handedly solved my sleep problems. Almost any time I have trouble sleeping & I turn this on, I'm asleep within minutes. It's more powerful than any drug. It lets me stop thinking & just listen and relax.

[@mega77]

Love these Greek mythology stories. I'm glad to discover and rediscover these myths. Keep them coming 😀

[@cube1007]

Hey, suggestion here : could you make a whole video with the background music you use in the beginning ? I really think it could add something, or at least be even more enjoyable (for me and hopefully for others too). Anyways great video !!

[@porgeous88]

Fantastic, love the Greek myths, been learning about Minotaurs recently, and listening to your previous myths of course, and 🍄 🍄. Merci beaucoup.

[@williamking-wilson846]

As always, an utter delight.

[@alexanderjacobs3627]

one must imagine sisyphus sleepy

[@mellymel6268]

Mythology from Fench, my favorite!

[@brandonespenhain6013]

Love ❤️ this Channel.. your getting better All the Time. Good 👍 Work. Thanks Again ❤

[@JED-DogsBestFriend]

Nice. Really looking forward to this one. Thx FW 😊

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Love your videos! Hope more ppl find your channel

[@user-pu1cw6oc8q]

i love these but would love it even more with music continuing to play thoughout the storytelling!! thank you for the stories nonetheless 😄🙏

[@deepquake9]

Thank you so much.

[@joaog.9497]

One must imagine Sisyphus sleeping

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[@romeaschbrenner4554]

please do more space themed videos! thanks for the great content as always

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I’ve been watching you since you started all the years ago😊, your videos are incredible❤️😊

[@vincentwise3188]

I love the mythology videos!

[@maaike3868]

Yay!!!a new story❤ "start of summer vacation" present 😊😊 goodnight!😴💤💤💤💤

[@angiemariam1397]

Thank you for making such amazing videos

[@DuskAdventures]

It was a pleasure to listen, thanks!

[@ktulenko]

Thanks as always!

[@baptm727]

Incredible content

[@AbbySmithVSVEVG]

Another great story ❤

[@rachelwitter]

I’m so glad to hear your own voice.

[@isekaibarnskye2125]

Every time you say Danaus, my brain can't help but hear "dead ass"

[@capturedasteroid]

Thank youuuuu ❤❤❤❤❤

[@claudiascott6654]

Oh, French Whisperer.. what a lovely episode. Greek Mythology is one of my favorites and I think it should be taught in school so people could learn that current religious thought is based on a great deal of it... ( Pandora, the original Eve (' let's always blame the gal, guys') .. although I confess I do open my husband's mail! Thank you so much.

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Thank you Claudia!

[@aw7331]

So good

[@dorianmezil]

Bonsoir! Bonne vidéo! Es-ce possible de refaire de nouvelles vidéos en français ? Ce serait génial ça nous manques!

[@EvilDuck81400]

Grave ! je demande sous toute les vidéos qui sortent il finira peut etre par le voir

[@dorianmezil]

@@EvilDuck81400 ce serait vraiment génial

[@dylanmaline3895]

I love Greek mythology

[@gabriellecunningham7196]

Divine. 🌹 Nite-Nite Everyone from Melbourne 🇦🇺

[@sjm9876]

Not enough people are liking the video before they fall asleep!!!

[@IcarusMundi]

Icarus is my favorite myth (if you couldn’t tell.) His hubris lead him to be humbled in the most ironic way. It was unfortunate, yes, but his sacrifice leads me (to this day) to reign myself in to avoid a fate like his. My hubris remains checked, due to Icarus.

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Sleepy Time!

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i love your videos!

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What an early birthday gift

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Happy early birthday wishes

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[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Happy birthday!

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@@TheFrenchWhispererASMR thanks 🙏 so awesome to have one of my favorite KZbinrs comment

[@sensorama1981]

Excelente recomendación de KZbin. Saludos desde Chile!

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Gracias. Saludos desde Chile también!

[@sensorama1981]

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[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Pero no es broma, aunque suene improbable vivo en Santiago 😅

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@@TheFrenchWhispererASMR mucha coincidencia!!! ... y el otro día vi a una niña que también hace ASMR caminando en Lastarria

[@TheLiquidlane]

JUST IN TIME

[@grace-arrow]

I would like to hear the French version as well😊

[@ita40200]

Came so early just to get a reaction from TFW

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Ooh la la

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😂

[@obcl8569]

Well done! That's one excellent reaction you got yourself ☺️

[@Wotan-Born]

Prometheus, the hero of humanity 🔥⚡️

[@angelicagarcia8868]

Mythology yayy

[@melazazael6374]

Bonjour intriguing subject we have pass lives..or how we don't remember because we live and we go through death..but it's realy hard but not impossible to find out how to REMEMBER can you do a video about Memory🤓🙃✌💜.I love your videos thank you❤ for sharing 😂❤

[@olivier6699]

Just commenting to give you visibility. Will watch you tonight !

[@samanthaburt9447]

Have you considered doing Dante's Inferno and the different levels of Hell?

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A spanish video please, i miss that so much 😢

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You might as well be the SandMan. You’re the best

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Just checking. I'll be back as soon as I'm in bed.

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God bless

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Your channel deserves to be monetized!

[@EvilDuck81400]

Un retour des videos en français a prévoir ? sa serais genial sa nous manque a toute la commu francophone

[@coreymason3272]

Kinda bummed about this one being an hour. ... I'd prefer 7-8 but, nonetheless, well done sir!

[@RRECUSANT]

Tres bien

[@knightowl5868]

Are you not uploading new stories on Spotify anymore? The last upload is Australian myths.

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

I have queued all of them since then, but there has been distribution problems. I hope they are fixed soon, sorry for that.

[@knightowl5868]

@@TheFrenchWhispererASMR Ah OK, that's too bad. Thanks for the update.

[@MagicByEli]

Can you do a video on the history of artificial intelligence

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❤️

[@keex1000]

When will new stories be available on Spotify?

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

I hope soon, the guys who post them for me have been having technical problems for weeks. Unfortunately I cannot do anything more, I have already sent everything.

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I love your videos and I'm curious were are you from...I'm in Montreal canada 🤓

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One of the most mesmerizing channels I know of. Let me know if you want to collab.

[@claudiascott6654]

Thanks!

[@justaregularfnffan]

I'm getting very eepy I need a good slep Goodnight... :•)

[@plasticreplica]

Merci pour cet épisode et merci de prendre le temps d encourager ton publique à penser à ces mythes qui peuvent refléter des comportements de société misogynes extrêmes. Je t'adore encore plus ❤

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Hello you hunk of delightfulness

[@Shaa-Gi]

😂 00:01 scared me

[@mayoluck]

I read that as syphilis....😂 The Greek God of Pain.

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🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@itavii]

Like and comment first, sleep later ❤

[@obcl8569]

Always ❤️

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Please more spanish asmr 😢

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Hello sexy voice! Glad you are back!!! 😊

[@melazazael6374]

Do you know anything about the Fallen angels it's a intriguing subject specialy Azazel..🤓

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[@QueenMahaon]

Greetings from Greece!! You should do asmr about Ancient Greek mythology love stories. Eros and Psyche Narkissos Afrodite and Adonis Excellent narration!!

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Halo everyone

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Halo ☺️😌🥱