
Trouble sleeping? You could count sheep, or let I Can’t Sleep do the heavy yawning for you. Host Benjamin Boster reads slow-paced, fact-filled content on science, history, and everyday oddities with zero plot twists and even less urgency. It’s calm. It’s consistent. And yes, you might accidentally learn something. So get comfy, press play, and let your brain wander off without you.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 577 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Alternative HealthHealth & FitnessMental Health | |||

When winter arrives and food becomes scarce, some animals have a remarkable way of waiting it out. This episode explores how hibernation works, what happens to an animal’s body during long periods of inactivity, and the different ways animals conserv... more
The cosmos contains everything we know, from planets and stars to galaxies stretching across unimaginable distances. This episode explores the structure of the universe, how our understanding of it has changed over time, and the enormous scales that ... more
Doughnuts have taken many forms across cultures and centuries. This episode explores the history of doughnuts, how they’re made, and the many varieties that have developed around the world. Along the way, you’ll hear about glazed doughnuts, jelly-fil... more
Easter Island is one of the most isolated inhabited islands in the world, famous for the enormous stone statues known as moai. This episode explores the island’s Polynesian settlement, the creation and transportation of the moai, and the culture that... more
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I use this most nights to fall asleep since I can’t sleep in silence. Recommended it to my dad, who has insomnia, and he likes it too. My only complaint is the ads, but I’m just happy they aren’t in the middle of the episode.
I used to listen EVERY night untillll they added all the annoying ads and promotions from narrator.
I love this podcast to help me sleep and tech me new random information. Apple’s new mandatory ads ruined it. They are loud and ruin the vibe. When I’m about to fall asleep it wakes me up, which is the opposite of what the show is supposed to do. I’m going to have to look for a new platform or go back to audio books. It’s too bad because I was so happy when this show became part of my sleep routine.
This help me a lot especially adding the fact that I have crippling anxiety and that I have a hard time sleeping so this reeeeeeeaaaaaaalllllllly helps, and you know what they say: you learn something new every day. :)
I don’t care for whispery voices or background music. I love this podcast for being the most easy listening show out there. Mr Boster’s voice is calm and (best of all) clear and his subject matter is always intriguing.
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A calm, sleep-oriented show that delivers slow-paced, fact-filled explorations across science, history, and everyday oddities. Episodes cover a wide range of topics—from Easter Island and snow leopards to tea history, philosophy, and mythical labyrinths—always presented as a relaxed, solo narration designed to ease listeners into rest while sparking curiosity. Noteworthy traits include a single-host, lecture-like format with thorough, approachable explanations and a steady cadence that helps many listeners drift off, sometimes interrupted by sponsor reads or ads. The show stands out for its unusually diverse topic mix and consistent, soothing storytelling that makes it a reliable sleep companion for curious adults.
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