Homes—we spend so much time in them that we often miss many of their intricate details. Tonight, as you drift off to sleep, explore the architecture and history of the diverse styles of houses found in the United States, from the Craftsman bungalow to the Pueblo Revival home.
Narrated by: Heather Foster
Written by: Ivan Suazo
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The Fall of the Aztecs: How Did the Aztec Empire Fall So Fast?
✨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: Colonizati ... Show More
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The Black Death: London, 1348
✨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 ... Show More
50m 25s
May 2023
Memories of a Mid-Century Home
Narrator: Heather Foster 🇺🇸
Writer: Adrienne Albregts ✍️
Sound design: birdsong 🐦
Includes mentions of: Nostalgia, Spring, Gratitude, Americana, Architecture.
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight's story is about a house in Austin, Texas, which was built many years ago. The h ... Show More
52 m
Nov 2024
The Sleepy History of Quilting (Bonus)
Narrator: Heather Foster 🇺🇸
Writer: Alicia Steffann ✍️
Sound design: crickets 🌾
Includes mentions of: Nostalgia, Birthdays, Religious Traditions, Americana, Military History, Art History, US History, Fashion, Work, Parents, Family, Creativity, Slavery & Abolition, Colonialism, ... Show More
57m 35s
Mar 2025
The history of British homes: everything you wanted to know
What was history's worst furnishing trend? Why, in 1953, were you more likely to own a television than a fridge? And how can you learn more about the history of your own house? Deborah Sugg Ryan joins Ellie Cawthorne to talk about the history of British homes, taking listeners on ... Show More
48m 21s
Sep 2023
The Sleepy History of Pyjamas
Narrator: Heather Foster 🇺🇸
Writer: Alicia Steffann ✍️
Sound design: crickets 🌾
Includes mentions of: Nostalgia, Children, History, Swimming, Military History, Shopping, US History, Smoking, Americana, Undergarments, Fashion.
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, we'll trace ... Show More
1h 2m
Apr 2024
Introducing: The Curious History of Your Home
Noiser presents a brand new podcast: The Curious History of Your Home.
In this taster episode of Noiser’s new podcast, join domestic historian Ruth Goodman as she guides you through the surprising, often epic stories behind everyday objects in your home, starting with the wallpa ... Show More
33m 50s
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The Sleepy History of Beds
Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧
Writer: Jessica Miller ✍️
Sound design: crickets 🌾
Includes mentions of: Romance, History, Insects.
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight's story is rather befitting of our show - we'll explore the fascinating history of beds, travelling through millen ... Show More
57m 35s