
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... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 145 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||

✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Arif Hodzic
Written By: Jo Steer
Explore the history of Hannibal, the Carthaginian commander who caused Rome to tremble.
Includes mentions of: Politics, Political Violence, Animals,... more
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Heather Foster
Written By: Christa Adams & Alexandra Turney
Explore the many uses of candles, from religious rituals to birthday cakes, and discover why in spite of electricity, we k... more
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Simon Mattacks
Written By: Alexandra Turney
Find out how the notorious far-right party rose to power under the leadership of Adolf Hitler, turning Germany into a dictatorship by 1934... more
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨
Narrated By: Heather Foster
Written By: Alicia Steffann
Explore the history of the Battle of Little Bighorn, or Battle of the Greasy Grass, often misdescribed as “Custer’s Last Stand,” and discov... more
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Glad I don't have ads. That would ruin this podcast for me. Or maybe just have them at the beginning
Apple Podcasts absolutely skewered this one. The required ads are actually the worst. The podcast itself is a 10. I just don’t get the ads and their points.
Not only are the topics so interesting, but they are so easy and clear to understand. I’m learning more with these than I ever learnt at school. I have some favourite episodes which I listen to a few times a week. It’s escapism and I wouldn’t be able to get to sleep without out them now. ❤️
I’ll save you a Google this “ex” t**s person got s**g**y as an adult in Texas, not as a child, and now runs commercials about it in Ohio. Can’t in good conscience support a podcast based in the UK that will take advertising dollars from people in the US trying to sway the election knowing they won’t have consequences.
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Spotify | #6 | |
Apple Podcasts | #200 | |
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Spotify | #11 | |
Spotify | #184 | |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |
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Calm, carefully narrated stories bring history to life, from ancient civilizations and notable rulers to exploration, everyday life, and the origins of familiar things. Episodes generally take a broad, chronological approach, combining established historical accounts with archaeology, cultural context, and attention to how later generations have interpreted the past. Human narration and soft background music create a reflective, sleep-friendly atmosphere, while the subjects remain detailed enough to reward curious listeners who want to learn as they unwind. The range is a distinguishing feature: military and political history sit alongside topics such as beer, libraries, sea-monster legends, and scientific exploration. The format suits bedt... more
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