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435 – The Enchanted Bluff

Zzz. . . Sleep soundly to this mid-week short story – "The Enchanted Bluff" by Willa Cather For an ad-free version of Sleepy, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/sleepyradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate $2! Or click the blue Sleepy logo on the banner of this Spotify page. ... Show More

56m 59s

Jul 6

434 – A Girl of the Limberlost

Zzz. . . Drift away to this lovely novel – " A Girl of the Limberlost" by Gene Stratton Porter zzz For an ad-free version of Sleepy, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/sleepyradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate $2! Or click the blue Sleepy logo on the banner of this Spotify ... Show More

48m 59s

Jul 2

433 – Mary and Martha

Zzz. . . Conk out to this snoozy short story by Sarah Orne Jewett – "Mary and Martha" zzz For an ad-free version of Sleepy, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/sleepyradio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate $2! Or click the blue Sleepy logo on the banner of this Spotify page. Aweso ... Show More

53m 59s

Mar 2024

Easter

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about Easter. Honestly, I expected more discussion on the holiday's significance. Instead, we're wandering through the less exciting details about Gregorian versus lunar calendars. Perfect for drifting off. Happy ... Show More

41m 59s

Dec 2024

Christmas Knickknacks – A Festive Lullaby for Sleep

Candy canes, tinsel, snow globes, and Rudolph—quietly twinkling in the background of holiday nights. Unwind with the soothing history of these Christmas classics, perfect for a peaceful bedtime story. Want More?Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topicLis ... Show More

36m 33s

Nov 2024

Economics

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off to sleep while learning about economics. Did you know the word economics comes from the Greek word for... zzzzzzzz. Wait, what was I saying? Oh, right—economics is sure to do the job of putting you to sleep. The only thing I ... Show More

30m 39s

Oct 2024

Baking

In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about baking. The smell of homemade bread is probably my favorite in the entire world. And a delicious pumpkin spice donut from the shop down the street is a must this time of year. But I guess none of that ... Show More

31m 20s

Nov 2024

Snowflake

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about snowflakes. This article turned out to be way more interesting for me to read than I expected. Brace yourselves! You might stay awake a little longer than normal on this episode. I'll help a little: sn ... Show More

35m 4s

Jun 2024

Canada

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Canada. I thought for sure I'd learn a lot of fun facts about Canada by reading this article. However, Wikipedia has a wonderful way of providing non-exciting material to read about most things. Good l ... Show More

33m 39s

Dec 2024

Road Surface Marking – Lines, Symbols, and Sleep-Inducing Trivia

Ever wondered about those lines on the road? Probably not. But tonight, we’ll lull you to sleep with a deep dive into road surface markings—the unsung heroes of traffic control. Relax as we explore their meanings, history, and why they’re more interesting than they have any right ... Show More

33m 3s

Dec 2024

Currency Reform of 1948

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off to sleep while learning about the currency reform of 1948. Where to even begin with this one? It’s dull—perfect for falling asleep. Honestly, I don’t remember much of what I read, so that’s promising. Will you fall asleep? A ... Show More

37m 58s

Jul 2024

Cubit

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about cubits. I figured learning about the ancient way in which we have learned to measure things sounded like the perfect snooze fest for tonight; I hope it doesn't disappoint. Happy sleeping! Ad-Free Episo ... Show More

28m 57s

Aug 2024

Whale Shark

In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about whale sharks. These beautiful creatures have been on my I'm-totally-not-afraid-of-the-deep-ocean bucket list to see and interact with up close. Thanks to Madison (a listener on Spotify) for recommendin ... Show More

29m 2s

430 – Diary of a Provincial Lady