Sleepy History
Hosted by Slumber Studios
About this Show
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
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 of Spanish conquistadors, Indigenous warriors, and a deadly disease. Includes mentions of: Colonization, War...
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, from Irish folklore to the autumnal traditions of rural Americans. Includes mentions of: Magic, Children, ...
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 Africa in the 1300s and learn how it helped shape the societies it impacted. Includes mentions of: Death, Disea...
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 British forces and gain independence - including international alliances with the French, Spanish, and Dutch....
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 relaxing afternoon ritual of “Kaffee und Kuchen,” or “coffee and cake.” Includes mentions of: Baking, Coffee, C...
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 Serpent and the kraken to Trunko and modern globsters. Includes mentions of: Science & Nature, Science Fict...
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 Britain, and became an icon. Includes mentions of: History, War, Battle, Religion, Violence #History #Sleep ...
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 of the Dewey Decimal system of classification, which is used in libraries around the world. Includes menti...
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 who left their mark on Europe, and even reached North America. Includes mentions of: Battle, War, Slavery,...
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 Magellan in the 16th century - an eventful journey that resulted in the first circumnavigation of the globe. Inc...
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 its roots in ancient Mesopotamia, through conflicts and power struggles, all the way to the present day. ...
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 1955, local activists, including Martin Luther King Jr., began a yearlong boycott of city buses, which ultima...
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 lord and lady in their bustling household in 13th century Wales. The primary source for this episode was “Life...
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 years of Roman history - from the city’s foundation to the fall of the Roman Empire. Includes mentions ...
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 endurance from the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. Includes mentions of: Travel, Exploration, Science, Natu...