Podcast
Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
- History chart
- #14
- Episodes
- 137
- Releases
- Twice a week
- Typical length
- 52 min
- On air since
- 2024
- Latest episode
- 2 days ago
Episodes
137 episodes, newest first
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49 min
The Middle Ages: Europe’s Most Challenging Era?
Episode 135
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Jo SteerTonight, explore the history of the Middle Ages — Medieval times — often thought to be a period of regression, but in reality, a time of transformation for Europe.
Includes mentions of: Politics, Political Violence, The Black Death, Plagues,
#History #Sleep #Middleages #medievaltimes #Europe
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion.Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
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1 min
Sleepy History Premium: 90 Days Free Bonus
Show notes
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55 min
Louis XIV: In the Court of the Sun King
Episode 134
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Jessika Gossl
Written By: Jo SteerLearn how the French king Louis XIV - Europe’s longest-reigning monarch - cemented his power, ruling from the Palace of Versailles.
Includes mentions of: Politics, War, Pregnancy, Children, Death, Religious Traditions
#History #Sleep #Louis #XIV #France
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion.
Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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49 min
The Cottingley Fairies: The Hoax that Shocked the World
Episode 133
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Jessica Miller
Discover the story behind the pictures that captivated Britain in 1917 - photographs taken by two young cousins that appeared to show real-life fairies.Includes mentions of: Fantastical Creatures, Folklore, Children, Popular Culture
#History #Sleep #Cottingley #Fairies #Fairy #folklore
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion.
Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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48 min
Jack the Ripper: Why Was London’s Most Notorious Serial Killer Never Caught?
Episode 132
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon MattacksWritten By: Alexandra Turney
Explore the disturbing case of Jack the Ripper, and find out why the identity of the serial killer remains a mystery.Includes mentions of: Violence, Violence against Women, Death, Mystery, Prostitution, Discrimination
#History #Sleep #Serial #Killers #Murder #Mystery #True #Crime #Mystery #ripper #Jack
About Sleepy HistoryExplore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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53 min
The Fall of the Aztecs: How Did the Aztec Empire Fall So Fast?
Episode 131
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Arif Hodzic
Written By: Alexandra Turney
Discover why the Aztec Empire collapsed in 1521, as we explore the role of Spanish conquistadors, Indigenous warriors, and a deadly disease.
Includes mentions of: Colonization, War, Violence, Death, Smallpox, Disease
#History #Sleep #Aztecs #Colonization #War #traditions
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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53 min
Jack O’Lanterns: Why Do We Carve Spooky Pumpkins at Halloween?
Episode 130
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Arif Hodzic
Written By: Alicia Steffann
Tonight, let's trace the winding history of the mysterious jack o’lantern, from Irish folklore to the autumnal traditions of rural Americans.
Includes mentions of: Magic, Children, Nostalgia, Eerie scenes, Death, Autumn, Fantasy, Witches, Devil
#History #Sleep #Halloween #Pumpkin #carving #witchy #fantasy #folklore #Irish
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
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50 min
The Black Death: London, 1348
Episode 129
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Jo Steer
Trace the spread of the Black Death throughout Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa in the 1300s and learn how it helped shape the societies it impacted.
Includes mentions of: Death, Disease, Science, Plague
#History #Sleep #Death #Plague #Bubonic #disease
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
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3 hr 10 min
The American Revolution: How Did 13 Colonies Defeat an Empire?
Episode 128
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Heather Foster
Written By: Alicia Steffann
Learn about the key factors that allowed the American Colonists to beat British forces and gain independence - including international alliances with the French, Spanish, and Dutch.
Includes mentions of: War, Politics, American Revolution
#History #Sleep #America #Revolution #War
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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40 min
Afternoon Sweet Tooth: The German Ritual of Coffee and Cake
Episode 127
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Jo Steer
In tonight's episode, unwind with the story of a German tradition - the relaxing afternoon ritual of “Kaffee und Kuchen,” or “coffee and cake.”
Includes mentions of: Baking, Coffee, Christmas, Food
#History #Sleep #Christmas #Kaffee #und #Kuchen #Germany #coffee #Bakery
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 hr
Sea Monsters: What Did Sailors Actually See?
Episode 126
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Jacobe Duarte Siel
Trace the fascinating history of sea monsters, from the Norse World Serpent and the kraken to Trunko and modern globsters.
Includes mentions of: Science & Nature, Science Fiction, Literature & Literary History, Underwater Scenes, Animals, Death, Swimming, Myths & Legends, Loch Ness Monster
#History #Sleep #Loch #Ness #Myths #underwater #creatures
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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49 min
Boudica’s Revolt: The Queen Who Burned London to the Ground
Episode 125
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Jessika Gossl
Written By: Jo Steer
Find out how a Celtic queen led a revolt against the Romans in 1st century Britain, and became an icon.
Includes mentions of: History, War, Battle, Religion, Violence
#History #Sleep #Boudica #Rome #military
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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51 min
Dewey Decimal: The Surprising History of the Man Behind the System
Episode 124
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Heather Foster
Written By: Alicia LeVesque
Tonight, learn about the librarian Melvil Dewey - the American inventor of the Dewey Decimal system of classification, which is used in libraries around the world.
Includes mentions of: US History, Libraries, Biography, Discrimination, Mental Health, Harassment
#History #Sleep #Dewey #Decimal #Library #libraries #USA #Classification
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
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51 min
The Vikings: Were the Vikings the Fiercest Warriors of All Time?
Episode 123
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Jo Steer
Discover the true story of the Vikings - the warriors, navigators, and traders who left their mark on Europe, and even reached North America.
Includes mentions of: Battle, War, Slavery, Violence, Religious Traditions
#History #Sleep #Vikings #War #Battle
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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54 min
Ferdinand Magellan: He Died Trying to Sail Around the World
Episode 122
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Arif Hodzic
Written By: Alexandra Turney
Learn about the expedition led by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in the 16th century - an eventful journey that resulted in the first circumnavigation of the globe.
Includes mentions of: Exploration, Colonization, Death, Slavery, Violence, Battle Scenes
#History #Sleep #Ferdinand #Magellan #Colonization #Travel #Exploration
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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51 min
Iraq: The Rise of the World’s First Cities
Episode 121
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Alexandra Turney
In tonight's episode, discover how the nation of Iraq developed, from its roots in ancient Mesopotamia, through conflicts and power struggles, all the way to the present day.
Includes mentions of: Politics, Military History, War, The Bubonic Plague
#History #Sleep #Iraq #War #Military
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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3 hr 9 min
Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott: Fighting to End Segregation
Episode 120
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Heather Foster
Written By: Laila Weir
After Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama bus in 1955, local activists, including Martin Luther King Jr., began a yearlong boycott of city buses, which ultimately led to integration on public transportation.
Includes mentions of: American Civil War, Racism, Violence against women, political violence, segregation, sexual assault
#History #Sleep #Rosa #Parks #Civil #Rights #protest #Boycott #Racism #Segregation
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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46 min
What Life Was Really Like Inside a Medieval Castle
Episode 119
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Alexandra Turney
Discover what daily life was like in a medieval castle, as we join a lord and lady in their bustling household in 13th century Wales.
The primary source for this episode was “Life in a Medieval Castle” by Joseph and Frances Gies (HarperCollins 2015)
Includes mentions of: Alcohol, Hunting, Marriage, Children, Routines, Animals, and Religious Traditions.
#History #Sleep #Medieval #Times #Period #dayinthelife
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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53 min
Ancient Rome: What Was It Like to Live There?
Episode 118
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Arif Hodzic
Written By: Jo Steer
Find out how Rome became a major power in the ancient world, as we explore 1,000 years of Roman history - from the city’s foundation to the fall of the Roman Empire.
Includes mentions of: Roman Empire, Ancient History, Politics, War, Violence
#History #Sleep #Rome #Ancient
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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51 min
Antarctica: The Daring Race to the South Pole
Episode 117
Show notes
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Alexandra Turney
Discover the history of this fascinating continent, and feats of endurance from the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.
Includes mentions of: Travel, Exploration, Science, Nature, Crisis, Discrimination, Death, Climate Change, Mental Illness
#History #Sleep #science #exploration #Antarctica
About Sleepy History
Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep.
Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/
Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: slumberstudios.com/contact
Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
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