As long compilations of episodes that can accompany you for several hours were requested, we put this new one together. This is a compilation of three different stories: Maya and Aztec Mythology, Native American Myths (Navajo and Apache), and History of the Incas.
This podcast is entirely scripted and recorded by real people, it includes no AI, and mid-rol ... Show More
Jul 5
Yellow, White, Black: History of Colors
In this new sleepy documentary-style story, we will explore the cultural history of three colors: yellow, black, and white. How were pigments for art and crafts or dyes obtained? What were the meanings, symbolisms, and status of these colors across various ancient cultures and to ... Show More
1h 8m
Jun 28
Review of the Periodic Table (Elements 1 to 12) Sleepy Bedtime Science
In this science talk for bedtime, I review the periodic table of the elements methodically and explain in simple terms plenty of phenomena and concepts about chemistry and physics (for example in this episode: the structure of atoms, valence and reactivity, isotopes, allotropes, ... Show More
1h 5m
Jun 14
Mysteries of the Celts: Druids, Hillforts, Hill of Tara, Gundestrup Cauldron (No AI)
This sleepy documentary is a time travel to the Celtic era to examine historical mysteries and discover more about Celtic culture. I will tell you about the druids: what we know of their emergence, their functions, their cultural importance, and the many aspects of druidism that ... Show More
1h 8m
Feb 2025
The Sleepy History of King Arthur
<p>Check out the newest podcast from Slumber Studios: Sleepy History 😴 📜 </p><p>Tonight, listen to the captivating legends surrounding King Arthur, or explore another topic like the Silk Road, Stonehenge, the Great Sphinx of Giza, or the Roman Gladiators.<br /> </p><p>Follow th ... Show More
1m 49s
Dec 2024
The Sleepy History of the Titanic
<p>Tonight, listen to Elizabeth on our brand new podcast, <i>Sleepy History. </i>Enjoy her read about the captivating history of the Titanic, or explore another topic, like the Silk Road, Stonehenge, the Roman Gladiators.<br /> </p><p>Follow the links below to listen, or just sea ... Show More
1m 59s
Apr 2023
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
May 2023
The Sleepy History of the Universe
Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧
Writer: Laila Weir ✍️
Sound design: cosmic space sounds 🛰️
Includes mentions of: Outer Space, Science & Nature, History.
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight's episode takes us through perhaps the greatest historical journey that there is - the story ... Show More
55 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
Feb 2023
In Search of Ancient Troy
Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧
Writer: Laila Weir ✍️
Sound design: ocean waves 🌊
Includes mentions of: Bodies of Water, Death, Fire, History, Military History
Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, we’ll walk the line between myth and history as we explore the ancient Greek legend o ... Show More
44m 25s