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.

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The Black Death: London, 1348
Oct 18, 2026
✨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…
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The American Revolution: How Did 13 Colonies Defeat an Empire?
Oct 15, 2026
✨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…
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Afternoon Sweet Tooth: The German Ritual of Coffee and Cake
Oct 13, 2026
✨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…
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Sea Monsters: What Did Sailors Actually See?
Oct 11, 2026
✨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…
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Boudica’s Revolt: The Queen Who Burned London to the Ground
Oct 08, 2026
✨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…
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Dewey Decimal: The Surprising History of the Man Behind the System
Oct 06, 2026
✨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…
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The Vikings: Were the Vikings the Fiercest Warriors of All Time?
Oct 04, 2026
✨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…
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Ferdinand Magellan: He Died Trying to Sail Around the World
Oct 01, 2026
✨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…
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Iraq: The Rise of the World’s First Cities
Sep 27, 2026
✨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…
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Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott: Fighting to End Segregation
Sep 24, 2026
✨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…
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What Life Was Really Like Inside a Medieval Castle
Sep 20, 2026
✨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…
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Ancient Rome: What Was It Like to Live There?
Sep 17, 2026
✨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…
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Antarctica: The Daring Race to the South Pole
Sep 13, 2026
✨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…
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Cleopatra: Why Did She Gamble Everything on Rome?
Sep 10, 2026
✨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, queen of Egypt…
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Beer: The World’s Oldest Drink?
Sep 06, 2026
✨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 journey that takes…
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Easter Island: Who Really Built the Moai?
Sep 03, 2026
✨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 explorers who…
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The Sleepy Bookshelf: Just Jane - Mansfield Park, Part 1 of 36
Sep 02, 2026
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 Podcasts⁠ and…
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The Mars Missions: Could There Be Life on the Red Planet?
Aug 30, 2026
✨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 the…
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Women’s Suffrage: How Women Fought for the Right to Vote
Aug 27, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Heather Foster Written By: Alicia Steffann In this episode, follow the stories of the brave people who campaigned for women’s…
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Astrology: When It was a Science
Aug 23, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Alexandra Turney Discover the story behind sun signs and horoscopes, as we explore 4,000 years of…
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The Tudors: Were the Tudors the Worst Family in the History of England?
Aug 20, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Jessika Gossl Written By: Jo Steer In tonight's episode, learn about the powerful dynasty that once ruled over England, and…
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The International Space Station: How Humans Live in Outer Space
Aug 16, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Laila Weir Explore the cooperative global efforts to build and crew the International Space Station…
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The Taj Mahal: Why Was It Really Built?
Aug 13, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨Narrated By: Arif HodzicWritten By: Jo Steer Enter the Taj Mahal, and discover the story behind one of the world’s most iconic monuments - a…
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Charles II and the Stuart Restoration: Why Did England Kill One King and then Crown His Son?
Aug 09, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Jo Steer Learn about King Charles II’s struggle to take the throne in the aftermath of the English…
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The Pony Express
Aug 06, 2026
This special episode has previously run on Get Sleepy, another podcast produced by Slumber Studios! If you haven't already, check out Get Sleepy wherever you get your podcasts. ✨Sleepy History is…
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Robin Hood
Aug 02, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨Narrated By: Simon MattacksWritten By: Alicia Steffann Trace the fascinating history of Robin Hood, from his possible roots in medieval gang…
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Psychedelics
Jul 30, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Arif Hodzic Written By: Alexandra Turney In tonight's episode, learn about the role of hallucinogenic substances in ancient…
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Christopher Columbus
Jul 26, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨Narrated By: Simon MattacksWritten By: Alexandra Turney Explore the extraordinary life of the navigator Christopher Columbus, whose travels…
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Summer Camp
Jul 23, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨Narrated By: Heather Foster Written By: Alicia SteffannTrace the history of summer camps from the humble outdoor experiences for children in Civil…
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Evolution
Jul 19, 2026
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨ Narrated By: Simon Mattacks Written By: Jacob Duarte Spiel Trace the theory of evolution through the ages, from Islamic biologists and Taoist…
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