Boring History For Sleep takes you on a quiet and oddly fascinating journey into the bizarre sleep habits of medieval people. From sleeping in two shifts to bizarre bedtime superstitions, this episode uncovers the strange ways our ancestors approached nighttime rest.
Perfect for relaxing at night, this slow-paced narration helps calm your mind with strange- ... Show More
Jul 28
Boring History For Sleep | Why You Wouldn't Last a Day in The Roman Empire and more
You’d Beg for Modern Life After This | Boring History For Sleep is not your typical bedtime story. In this slow, soothing narration, we journey back to the harsh streets of the Roman Empire—where waking up meant survival, and comfort was a foreign concept. Perfect for history lov ... Show More
37m 35s
Jul 17
Boring History For Sleep | Why it Sucked to Be a Medieval Assassin and more
Boring history for sleep – the miserable life of a medieval assassin is not the tale of shadowy heroes from Hollywood. In this slow-paced, sleep-inducing episode, we reveal the harsh realities of what it actually meant to be an assassin in the Middle Ages—disease, betrayal, starv ... Show More
34m 24s
Dec 2024
Roman Gladiators
The Roman gladiators have fascinatingly complex history, from paintings on cave walls to the Colosseum and the silver screen. These warriors, both celebrated and condemned, left behind a legacy of bravery, brutality, and spectacle. Who were they, and what did their lives truly en ... Show More
53m 18s
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
56m 46s
May 18
Olive Oil
Olive oil—golden, rich, and steeped in history. For thousands of years, it has been cherished not just as a food, but as a symbol of peace, health, and prosperity. From ancient groves to modern kitchens, olive oil has nourished both body and culture. Tonight, journey through the ... Show More
45 m
Jan 2025
534. Emperors of Rome: Sex Secrets of the Caesars (Part 1)
The Roman historian Suetonius’ The Lives of the Caesars, written during the early imperial period of the Roman Empire, is a seminal biography covering the biographies of the early emperors of Rome, during two spectacular centuries of Roman history. Delving deep into the personal ... Show More
55m 41s