Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep. Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.
Latest episodes
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53 min
The Fall of the Aztecs: How Did the Aztec Empire Fall So Fast?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Arif Hodzic Written By: Alexandra Turney Discover why the Aztec Empire collapsed in 1521, as we explore the role o…
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53 min
Jack O’Lanterns: Why Do We Carve Spooky Pumpkins at Halloween?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Arif Hodzic Written By: Alicia Steffann Tonight, let's trace the winding history of the mysterious jack o’lantern,…
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50 min
The Black Death: London, 1348
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Jo Steer Trace the spread of the Black Death throughout Europe, Asia, and parts of Afri…
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49 min
The American Revolution: How Did 13 Colonies Defeat an Empire?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Heather Foster Written By: Alicia Steffann Learn about the key factors that allowed the American Colonists to beat…
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40 min
Afternoon Sweet Tooth: The German Ritual of Coffee and Cake
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Jo Steer In tonight's episode, unwind with the story of a German tradition - the relaxi…
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60 min
Sea Monsters: What Did Sailors Actually See?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Jacobe Duarte Siel Trace the fascinating history of sea monsters, from the Norse World…
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49 min
Boudica’s Revolt: The Queen Who Burned London to the Ground
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Jessika Gossl Written By: Jo Steer Find out how a Celtic queen led a revolt against the Romans in 1st century Brit…
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51 min
Dewey Decimal: The Surprising History of the Man Behind the System
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Heather Foster Written By: Alicia LeVesque Tonight, learn about the librarian Melvil Dewey - the American inventor…
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51 min
The Vikings: Were the Vikings the Fiercest Warriors of All Time?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Jo Steer Discover the true story of the Vikings - the warriors, navigators, and traders…
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54 min
Ferdinand Magellan: He Died Trying to Sail Around the World
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Arif Hodzic Written By: Alexandra Turney Learn about the expedition led by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magel…
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51 min
Iraq: The Rise of the World’s First Cities
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Alexandra Turney In tonight's episode, discover how the nation of Iraq developed, from…
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3 h 08
Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott: Fighting to End Segregation
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Heather Foster Written By: Laila Weir After Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama bus in…
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46 min
What Life Was Really Like Inside a Medieval Castle
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Alexandra Turney Discover what daily life was like in a medieval castle, as we join a l…
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53 min
Ancient Rome: What Was It Like to Live There?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Arif Hodzic Written By: Jo Steer Find out how Rome became a major power in the ancient world, as we explore 1,000…
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51 min
Antarctica: The Daring Race to the South Pole
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Alexandra Turney Discover the history of this fascinating continent, and feats of endur…
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52 min
Cleopatra: Why Did She Gamble Everything on Rome?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Jessika Gossl Written By: Jo Steer Discover the story of one of the most remarkable women in history - Cleopatra,…
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53 min
Beer: The World’s Oldest Drink?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Alexandra Turney Discover the story of one of the world’s most ancient drinks - a journ…
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1 h 00
Easter Island: Who Really Built the Moai?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Arif Hodzic Written By: Jo Steer Explore the fascinating history of Rapa Nui — Easter Island — and the intrepid ex…
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47 min
The Sleepy Bookshelf: Just Jane - Mansfield Park, Part 1 of 36
In the first episode of a brand-new show from Slumber Studios, Elizabeth reads chapters 1 and 2 of Mansfield Park, first published in 1814. 📖 😴 Watch, listen & follow on Apple Pod…
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1 h 09
The Mars Missions: Could There Be Life on the Red Planet?
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Laila Weir From Spirit and Opportunity to Mangalyaan and Nozomi, explore the story of t…