History For Sleep

By History For Sleep

Each episode gently explores historical events, forgotten civilizations, quiet daily life in ancient worlds, and long-lost stories, told in a calm, steady voice with no drama, no loud music, and no in... more

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The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.

History For Sleep episodes:

February 26, 2026 Normal Behaviors That Were Signs of Mental Illness in Medieval Times
In this episode, we slowly explore how everyday behaviors like grief, introversion, vivid dreams, epilepsy, and mood swings were once misunderstood as signs of possession or madness in medieval times. Over the course of nearly an hour, we gently walk through these stories and beliefs in a calm, soothing way designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off to sleep.

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1h 12min
February 21, 2026Why You Wouldn't Last A Day in Ancient Egypt | History for Sleep
In this episode, we explore the stark reality of daily life in Ancient Egypt, contrasting the popular idealized image with the challenging, often harsh existence of ordinary people. We take a sensory journey through a typical morning, detailing everything from the physical environment to the ubiquitous diet of bread and beer.

Chapters
03:53 Waking Up in a Mudbrick Home
08:12 The Sights and Smells of the Nile
10:12 The Body's Burden
13:09 Bread, Beer, and Flies
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2h 19min
January 22, 2026 The Final Days of World War II
In this episode, we examine how Hiroshima and Nagasaki defined the war’s final chapter. We explain why these bombings ended all negotiations.

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5min
January 22, 2026 The Secret Timeline of the Atomic Bomb
In this episode, we walk through the hidden timeline of how the atomic bomb was developed. In this episode, we show how quickly science advanced under wartime pressure

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5min
January 22, 2026 Manila Became a Battlefield in 1945
In this episode, we examine how everyday streets became front lines during World War II. In this episode, we explain how civilians were caught in the crossfire.

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5min
January 21, 2026 Final Days of the Third Reich
In this episode, we connect Hitler’s final days to the broader collapse of Nazi Germany. In this episode, we explain how the regime unraveled from the inside.

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5min
January 21, 2026 How Nuremberg Redefined Wartime Responsibility
In this episode, we explain how the Nuremberg Trials made wartime actions subject to legal judgment. In this episode, we discuss why following orders was no longer a valid defense.

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5min
January 21, 2026 Ratlines and Nazi Disappearances
In this episode, we explore how ratlines allowed Nazis to disappear completely. In this episode, we explain how new identities helped them blend in.

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4min
January 20, 2026 The Secret Networks Nazi Hunters Followed
In this episode, we explain how escape routes and support systems helped Nazis flee Europe. In this episode, we break down how uncovering these networks led investigators to key targets.

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5min
January 20, 2026 The Supply Chain of the Holocaust
In this episode, we frame genocide as a logistical operation. In this episode, we break down how transportation connected every stage of mass murder.

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4min

FAQs about History For Sleep:

How many episodes does History For Sleep have?

The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.