There’s something magical about slipping into a hot tub – the gentle warmth, the soothing bubbles, and the quiet space it creates away from the demands of the day. It’s your chance to slow down, recharge, and sink into the present moment. But what if you could take that relaxation a step further? Pairing your soak with the right podcast or audiobook turns it into an escape for both body and mind. Whether you’re in the mood to be inspired, entertained, or simply lulled into calm, the perfect listen can elevate your hot tub experience into something truly unforgettable.
Why Pair Soaks with Podcasts & Audiobooks
Multisensory relaxation: When you are in the hot tub, your body is relaxed and soothed by the warm water. Physically you are deeply relaxed and winding down from your day or week. When you add storytelling or conversation, you are also engaging your mind.
Mindful downtime: While a hot tub becomes a perfect location to disconnect, there can still be the temptation to doomscroll as you soak. When you play a podcast or audiobook, you are immersed in something enriching rather than just absorbing mindless information.
Personalized vibe: Your hot tub experience should suit you. When you are choosing what to listen to, you can select something that matches your mood, or to boost it. This is something that only you can determine, but with plenty of options there will be the perfect fit.
Perfect Pairings
Picking the perfect podcast or audiobook for during your hot tub soak will depend on what you hope to achieve from it. Consider the following outcomes and options:
For Stress Relief
If you are looking for a soak to unwind and destress, choose a calming podcast or a mindfulness audiobook. Some to choose from: The Daily Meditaion Podczst, The Miracles of Mindfulness by Thích Nhất Hạnh
For Escapism
Sometimes you just want to pretend the world doesn’t exist and escape from reality. Thrillers or fantasy books can help with this, or narrative-driven podcasts: The Magnus Archives podcast, The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
For Inspiration
If you are trying to encourage inspiration, you can choose a motivational or creative podcasts such as: The Happiness Lab podcast, Atomic Habits by James Clear
For Learning:
A relaxing hot tub soak is the perfect place to broaden your mind and learn more. Choose an educational podcast or a nonfiction audiobook: Stuff You Should Know podcast, Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari
Practical Tips
There are some important things to consider and remember when listening while soaking in your backyard spa.
Choose the right length:
The average hot tub soak is about 20-30 minutes, so choosing a podcast or audiobook chapters to fit your entire soak is important. If you choose to soak for longer, you can get more listening time in!
Waterproofing:
Beachcomber’s QSSS allows for you to connect your phone and play your music via Bluetooth. If your model doesn’t have this feature, try the floating speaker to wrap yourself in the words.
Lighting & setting:
Setting the ambiance can really take your relaxing soak to the next level. Warm fairy lights or candles are a great addition to your yard.
The Takeaway
Pairing your hot tub soak with the perfect podcast or audiobook can transform it into a multisensory escape – one that refreshes your body, stimulates your mind, and nourishes your spirit. All that’s left is to pick your vibe, press play, and sink into the bubbles.
