Haute couture—where fashion becomes art, and every stitch tells a story of elegance, innovation, and craftsmanship. Born in the ateliers of Paris, haute couture represents the pinnacle of design, with garments made by hand for only a select few. But how did this luxurious tradition begin, and what makes it so enduringly iconic? Tonight, step into the world o ... Show More
Jul 6
Gunpowder
Gunpowder—an invention that forever changed the course of history. From its ancient, accidental discovery in China to its powerful role in warfare, exploration, and celebration, this simple mixture of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal reshaped empires and redrew maps. But how was i ... Show More
1h 1m
Jun 15
Queen Elizabeth I
Queen Elizabeth I—a monarch of unmatched intellect, resilience, and style, who led England through a golden age. Rising to power in a time of turmoil, she became a symbol of strength and stability, guiding her nation through political intrigue, cultural blossoming, and global exp ... Show More
58m 46s
Dec 2024
The Sleepy History of the Titanic
Tonight, listen to Elizabeth on our brand new podcast, Sleepy History. Enjoy her read about the captivating history of the Titanic, or explore another topic, like the Silk Road, Stonehenge, the Roman Gladiators.
Follow the links below to listen, or just search for 'Sleepy Histor ... Show More
1m 59s
May 11
Agatha's Untold Mysteries: The Wrong Book ✨ Relaxing Bedtime Story
In tonight's bedtime story with Karissa, we're going to visit the elegant Harrogate hotel where mystery writer, Agatha, seeks lodgings and a little time to herself. There, Agatha finds a new mystery to fill her time, bound up between the pages of a doctored book. Join Sleep Wave ... Show More
45m 39s
Apr 22
Cleopatra's Needles - Music Free
In London on the banks of the Thames near the houses of parliament, there is an Egyptian obelisk, flanked by two enormous sphinxes. In Central Park in New York there is another, and both a covered in magnificent hieroglyphics.Did you know these are real and are called Cleopatra's ... Show More
34m 18s
Feb 2025
The Sleepy History of the White Wedding Dress
Narrator: Vanessa Labrie 🇨🇦Writer: Alicia Steffann ✍️Sound effects: gentle birdsong 🐦⬛Includes mentions of: Nostalgia, Weddings, Fashion, WWI, WWII, US History, Undergarments.
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, we’ll take a romantic journey back through time to find out whe ... Show More
1h 6m
Aug 2024
Gulbadan Begum: princess, explorer, author
Gulbadan Begum was meant to live a quiet life in a Mughal harem. Instead she set off on a daring pilgrimage to Islam's holy cities and, on her return, wrote an extraordinary account of her dynasty. In conversation with Spencer Mizen, Ruby Lal explores the life of a princess who t ... Show More
29m 41s
Oct 2024
Aladdin - An Arabian Nights Mystery
Join us for a mysterious and enchanting story from the worlds most famous collection of classic tales, Arabian Nights. So, get comfy on your bed, chair or magic carpet and prepare for this wonderous and mysterious tale.
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1h 1m