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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What Life Was Really Like Inside a Medieval Castle
#3 trending · History
✨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, a
Sep 20 46 min
Ancient Rome: What Was It Like to Live There?
#40 trending · History
✨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 e
Sep 17 53 min
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 f
Sep 13 50 min
Cleopatra: Why Did She Gamble Everything on Rome?
✨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
Sep 10 51 min
Beer: The World’s Oldest Drink?
✨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 dri
Sep 6 52 min
Easter Island: Who Really Built the Moai?
✨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 th
Sep 3 1 h 00 min
The Sleepy Bookshelf: Just Jane - Mansfield Park, Part 1 of 36
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 o
Sep 2 46 min
The Mars Missions: Could There Be Life on the Red Planet?
✨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 t
Aug 30 1 h 09 min
Women’s Suffrage: How Women Fought for the Right to Vote
✨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 wh
Aug 27 51 min
Astrology: When It was a Science
✨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
Aug 23 51 min
The Tudors: Were the Tudors the Worst Family in the History of England?
✨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 r
Aug 20 50 min
The International Space Station: How Humans Live in Outer Space
✨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 In
Aug 16 48 min
The Taj Mahal: Why Was It Really Built?
✨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 mo
Aug 13 57 min
Charles II and the Stuart Restoration: Why Did England Kill One King and then Crown His Son?
✨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
Aug 9 53 min
The Pony Express
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 pod
Aug 6 37 min
Robin Hood
✨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
Aug 2 49 min
Psychedelics
✨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
Jul 30 55 min
Christopher Columbus
✨Sleepy History is written and narrated by humans. ✨Narrated By: Simon MattacksWritten By: Alexandra Turney
Explore the extraordinary life of the navigator Christopher C
Jul 26 52 min
Summer Camp
✨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 expe
Jul 23 49 min
Evolution
✨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 Is
Jul 19 51 min
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Where Sleepy History ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 22, 2026).
A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
I hear this often. Use this blessing to help you sleep. This is phenomenal. Frequent uploads, and a good length to make sure I get to sleep before it ends.
RainbowOrangeCatShenanigans · Sep 2026
Between my two young kids and newborn, I’m up many times all night long. This podcast is the only thing that allows me to fall back asleep after night feeds and sleep interruptions. It calms my mind and is just interesting enough to keep my focus off stressing about lack of sleep, and before I know it I’ve somehow drifted off yet again. Thank you for making this gem of a podcast!!!
rsd1102 · Aug 2026
So glad I found this podcast! I rely on it most every night to help me sleep. And paying the subscription for no ads is totally worth it. Thanks to the writers, host and voice talent!
JanellenV · Aug 2026
It’s wonderful that you have different writers with different styles, and that the topics are wide-ranging. I especially love your focus on the history of things that are currently in the news, like the Strait of Hormuz and vaccines. In fact, “Vaccines” is one of my favorites!
Tracyene · Jun 2026
I like this podcast. Human readers and interesting content. However, I can’t tolerate the background sounds. I’m assuming it’s some type of binaural beats. For some reason, my brain finds the frequency they use really annoying. A voice only version would be nice.
DBHill777 · Aug 2026
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