On the Origin of Species, by Charles Darwin, Part 5| Listen on Anghami

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Farm Engines and How to Run Them, by James H. Stephenson, Part 8

Let's finish our theme month of "Long-time Favorites" with more from this surprisingly relaxing guide to running powered farm machinery. This time, starting a gas engine, how to hook up a newfangled gadget called a battery, and the many parts of your threshing machine. To the fie ... Show More

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Apr 20

A Short History of the World, by H.G. Wells, Part 10

Let's continue our theme month of "Long-time Favorites" with more from this quickstep march through the history of our world. This time, the revolutionary teachings of Jesus, the rise of the Christian church, barbarian hordes, and the final fall of the Roman Empire, all in less t ... Show More

54m 59s

Apr 13

The Book of Household Management, by Isabella Beeton, Part 12 - Fish Recipes

Let's continue our theme month of "Long-time Favorites" with this most favored work of all things home and comfort. This time, recipes for fish, along with interludes about the life and habits of particular species, and a poem about hermit crabs, because of course there is. Ancho ... Show More

55m 57s

Feb 2024

Cetacea | Gentle Reading for Peaceful Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading designed to help you drift into sleep and ease the weight of insomnia. With a soothing pace, Benjamin reads about cetacea, the group of marine mammals that includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises. As you listen, you’ll learn fascinating deta ... Show More

42m 8s

Feb 2024

Australia | Gentle Reading to Help You Sleep

Ease into sleep with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin shares the story of Australia, helping you unwind and find relief from insomnia and restless nights. You’ll discover the unique geography, rich history, and diverse wildlife of this remarkable continent, all presented in ... Show More

43m 17s

Feb 2024

The Bridge in the Woods

Our story tonight is called The Bridge in the Woods, and it’s a story about a break in the cold weather and the boost that comes from warm sunlight on your face. It’s also about woodpeckers and spring melt flowing fast, the wonders of libraries, and the kindness of people who you ... Show More

31m 41s

Feb 2024

North and South, Chapter 3

Tonight, Andrew reads Chapter 3 of "North and South" by Elizabeth Gaskell, published in 1855. Welcome to Send Me To Sleep, the place to find a good night's rest. My name is Andrew, and I help you fall asleep by reading relaxing books and stories. If ... Show More

40m 21s

Feb 2024

#750 - Dr Rhonda Patrick - The Most Important Daily Habits For Health & Longevity

Dr Rhonda Patrick is an biomedical scientist, researcher and a podcaster. Determining the best actions to take for enhancing our health and extending our lives has grown more challenging. There are an unlimited number of wellness approaches at our disposal, thankfully Dr Patrick ... Show More

2h 57m

Feb 2024

#748 - Rob Henderson - How Privileged Thinking Drives Our Entire Culture

Rob Henderson is a PhD graduate from the University of Cambridge, a US Air Force Veteran and an author. The people who make the rules are not the ones impacted by the rules. Luxury beliefs are ideas and opinions that confer status on the upper class, while often inflicting costs ... Show More

1h 48m

Jun 2018

Colombia: the other Escobar

1994, the whole world is excited about Colombia’s team. But Colombia’s players are under a lot of pressure, and not only to honor their team and their country: Drug lords have heavily financed football in Colombia and expecting big returns on gambling bets their team will win. Un ... Show More

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On the Origin of Species, by Charles Dar...