Tonight’s episode is a remastered version of one of the first stories ever released on the podcast. The original version covered cosmetics and perfumes; in this new version we expanded the history of cosmetics and left the history of perfumes for a future story.
The new material covers the influence of Hollywood and flapper culture, women who helped build ... Show More
Sep 20
History of Castles | Documentary for Sleep
In this relaxing story, I tell you about the history of castles in Europe, from the first earthworks from the Bronze Age to Roman castra and finally medieval castles. We follow their development from motte & bailey castles to giant fortresses of the 14th century with dungeons, co ... Show More
1h 1m
Sep 13
Historical Mystery Stories: Secrets of the Druids, Lost Cities, Forgotten Gods (Sleep Documentary)
As long compilations of episodes that can accompany you for several hours were requested, we put this new one together. This episode consists of three main topics: - Mysteries of Celtic culture, especially the druids: who were they and what was their role in Celtic societies? - A ... Show More
3h 5m
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
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 History ... 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