
Welcome to Boring History to Sleep — the only show where falling asleep in the middle is not only allowed… it’s encouraged. Each episode takes you on a slow, uneventful stroll through the most yawn-worthy corners of the past: treaties nobody remembers, kings who ruled for three weeks, and revolutions that never really got started. Delivered in the softest, most sleep-inducing voice we could find, ... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 419 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Social SciencesScience | |||

Long before the rise of Christianity and Islam, an ancient prophet named Zoroaster introduced ideas that would influence religious thought for centuries. His teachings about the struggle between good and evil, moral choice, judgment, and the fate of ... more
Across centuries, a handful of families accumulated fortunes so vast that they influenced governments, financed wars, and helped shape the course of history. Their wealth reached levels that seemed almost unimaginable, creating powerful dynasties who... more
Pasta is one of the world's most beloved foods, but its origins are far more complex than many people realize. From ancient noodles in Asia to the famous dishes of Italy, the story of pasta spans continents, cultures, trade routes, and centuries of c... more
In a world shaped by technology, social media, and constant change, the Amish and Mennonite communities have chosen a different path. Guided by faith, tradition, and simplicity, many continue to live according to customs that have remained largely un... more
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Thank you for the boring stories but a lot of them actually keep me awake because they’re so interesting.
I think you should do a series on Cults.
these slightly obscure tho intriguing topics to pull you in are great. A lot of obvious work put into this show . Thanks
This would be the perfect podcast for me- one I would even pay for- except the loud, annoying ads wake me up, thereby defeating the purpose of the podcast. Such a bummer.
listen to real humans
This podcast is contributing to actual planetary destruction. That’s what AI is doing. Adding insult to injury, the ads ERUPT out of this AI trash, in an obnoxious scream for consumption. Auditory violence.
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The show delivers long-form historical narratives in a soothing, sleep-friendly voice, covering a wide range of topics from ancient to modern times. Episodes mix political power, social norms, and cultural shifts with a calm tempo and a focus on underexplored angles, inviting listeners to wind down while absorbing curious details about how societies evolved. A standout trait is the narration style designed for relaxation, paired with dense, topic-rich content that rewards attentive listening without sacrificing a comforting mood. The format's breadth—from pandemics and public health to revolutions, art, and daily life—offers listeners both breadth and depth in a uniquely lullaby-like history experience.
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Boring History for Sleep launched a year ago and published 419 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Boring History for Sleep include:
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2. Thomas Hartley
3. Edmund Thornhill
4. William Ashton
5. Robert Chaney
6. Eleanor Pemberton
7. Frances Hartwell
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