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 a soothing, steady cadence. No whispering or hypnosis—just peaceful, fact-filled ... Show More
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Language | Can’t Sleep? Learn How Humans Learned to Talk
Human language may have started with gestures, sounds, and early attempts to cooperate long before written history existed. This episode explores theories about how humans learned to communicate, how spoken language evolved alongside civilization, and why every culture developed ... Show More
34m 50s
May 11
Shenandoah National Park | Sleep Podcast for Insomnia
Shenandoah National Park stretches along the Blue Ridge Mountains with a road that was basically built for people who like scenic views without leaving their car. This episode walks through the park’s creation, its famous Skyline Drive, the mix of forests and wildlife, and why it ... Show More
34m 26s
May 8
Candles | Educational Sleep Podcast
Candles are simple objects with a surprisingly long history of being useful, decorative, and occasionally dramatic. In this episode, we explore how candles work, what they’re made from, and why people kept improving them long after better lighting came along. It’s a practical lit ... Show More
36m 53s
Feb 2024
On the Origin of Species, by Charles Darwin, Part 5
<p class="MsoNormal">In our annual celebration of Darwin Day, let's enjoy a relaxing read from this foundational text of science. This time, we finally get to natural selection, what it is, what it isn't, and why birds are so very, very pretty.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p c ... Show More
55m 58s
Feb 2024
The Dimpled Dumpling & The Croissant Moon 🌝🥐 Calm Kids Story For Sleep
In tonight's bedtime story for kids, we're heading to the dimpled dumpling café, which has just opened up in Lower Starry Skies. The owner, Uma, a mysterious lady from a far off land, has plenty of stories to share- but only if someone orders the correct combination from the menu ... Show More
28m 36s