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Benjamin Boster


    • Aug 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 411 EPISODES

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    The I Can't Sleep Podcast is a lifesaver for anyone struggling with insomnia or looking for a soothing way to relax and fall asleep. Benjamin's calming voice and the content of his episodes have been incredibly effective in helping me overcome my sleep troubles, particularly when I was pregnant and experiencing horrible insomnia. The podcast can be compared to a lullaby, as it distracts you from your thoughts and gently lulls you into a peaceful slumber. In fact, I find it even more effective than traditional meditations. It not only helps me fall asleep but also provides a background soundtrack for napping or simply creating a calm atmosphere.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Benjamin's soothing voice. It has an incredible ability to relax your mind and body, making it easier to drift off to sleep. His delivery is just the right balance of calmness and monotony that helps to quiet your racing thoughts without becoming dull or boring. Additionally, the choice of topics in each episode is interesting enough to engage your attention momentarily but not stimulating enough to keep you awake. From episodes about space and cosmology to educational topics like geometry or historical figures, there is something for everyone's interests.

    As with any podcast, there are some minor drawbacks that can be improved upon. One issue that some listeners have reported is occasional volume fluctuations, wherein certain parts may suddenly increase in volume and disrupt their sleep. While this does not happen frequently, it would be beneficial if this issue could be addressed to ensure uninterrupted rest for all listeners. Additionally, some individuals with special reading interests might find certain episodes less boring than others due to their personal preferences.

    In conclusion, The I Can't Sleep Podcast has been an absolute game-changer for those struggling with insomnia or seeking relaxation techniques. Benjamin's calming voice and the carefully selected content make it the perfect companion for falling asleep peacefully or creating a serene ambiance for napping or relaxation purposes. While minor volume fluctuations and personal reading preferences may come into play, these do not detract significantly from the overall effectiveness of the podcast. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone in need of a good night's sleep or a tranquil escape from their thoughts.



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    Kelp Forests for Peaceful Sleep Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 32:46


    Tonight, we quietly explore the enchanting underwater world of kelp forests—towering aquatic gardens that sway gently beneath the ocean's surface like nature's own lullaby. These magnificent marine ecosystems create peaceful sanctuaries where golden-brown kelp fronds dance in the currents, supporting countless sea creatures in their tranquil embrace. Benjamin Boster gently guides us through the serene beauty of these underwater cathedrals, their vital role in ocean health, and the fascinating creatures that call them home. Happy sleeping! Want More?Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topicAd-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsorsJoin the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Kelp Forests, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Kelp Forests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Electron Transport Chain for Peaceful Sleep Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 35:09


    Tonight, we quietly explore the elegant molecular machinery of the electron transport chain—a vital cellular process that powers life itself through the gentle flow of electrons and energy. Benjamin Boster softly guides us through this fascinating biochemical pathway, where tiny particles dance through protein complexes to create the energy our cells need to thrive. Happy sleeping! Want More?Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topicAd-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsorsJoin the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Electron Transport Chain, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Electron Transport Chain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Religion

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 36:25


    Tonight, Benjamin Boster gently guides you through the unfolding story of religion—how early spiritual practices shaped human culture and thought. With a calm look at ancient traditions and the role of belief across civilizations, this episode offers a peaceful journey into timeless themes. Happy sleeping! Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Religion, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Religion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Egyptian Hieroglyphs (Remastered)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 34:19


    Tonight, we quietly explore the rich and fascinating history of Egyptian hieroglyphs—a language of symbols that once adorned temples and tombs. Benjamin Boster gently guides us through their origins, meanings, and mysterious beauty. Happy sleeping! Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Egyptian Hieroglyphs, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Egyptian Hieroglyphs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dinosaurs (Remastered)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 31:40


    Tonight, we gently explore the mysterious world of dinosaurs—those ancient creatures that once ruled the Earth. With Benjamin Boster as your guide, you'll drift through soft reflections on fossil records, prehistoric landscapes, and the science of paleontology. Happy sleeping! Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Dinosaurs, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Dinosaurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    F1 (Film)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 35:01


    This episode offers a soothing journey into F1 the Film, blending cinematic flair with the high-speed universe of Formula One. Join host Benjamin Boster as you drift through reflections on the film's themes, racing history, and the science of speed. Happy sleeping! Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on F1 (Film), available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - F1 (Film) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jellyfish (Remastered)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 33:46


    Jellyfish drift through the oceans like translucent ghosts with questionable decision-making skills. Their entire vibe is vaguely threatening but mostly just slow, making them oddly perfect for a bedtime story that induces drowsiness and existential apathy in equal parts. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Jellyfish, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Jellyfish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Policy Governance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 43:05


    Sleep comes easily when someone else is managing things. Tonight we delve into Policy Governance, a model for running boards that assumes micromanagement is bad and accountability is somehow achievable. A soothing choice for bedtime stories about control. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Policy Governance, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Policy Governance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Clarinet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 37:08


    Woodwind enthusiasts and light sleepers alike may appreciate the clarinet, a single-reed instrument with far too many keys and just enough trivia to lull you into a restful fog. Expect a slow drift through pitch ranges, embouchure tips, and bedtime-level acoustics. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Clarinet, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Clarinet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Area 51 (Remastered)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 42:38


    Widely assumed to be full of aliens, lasers, or both, Area 51 is actually a secretive U.S. military installation where they test planes and make people drowsy with redacted documents. Ideal material for bedtime stories and the casually paranoid. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Area 51, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Area 51. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Georg von Trapp

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 44:59


    Austro-Hungarian naval officer Georg von Trapp commanded submarines before settling into the more tranquil role of family man. From wartime strategy to musical houseguest wrangling, this quiet drift through his life offers mild intrigue and insomnia relief. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Georg von Trapp, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Georg von Trapp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Birthday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 33:56


    For those hoping birthday traditions might lull them into sleep, prepare to be mildly disappointed. From ancient Roman candles to modern gift-wrapping fatigue, it's a slow stroll through the history of celebrating getting older. Perfect for bedtime stories or insomnia relief. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Birthday, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    CERN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 34:00


    Longing for sleep and subatomic particles? Tonight we wander through the labyrinth of CERN, where scientists smash protons and hunt invisible things with names like “boson.” It's all very relaxing, assuming you find particle physics mildly therapeutic. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on CERN, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - CERN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Galaxies - Remastered

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 64:43


    Even sleep has a center of gravity. Galaxies, those sprawling cosmic suburbs of stars and dust, come in convenient spiral, elliptical, and irregular shapes. They're big, old, and mostly indifferent—perfect for a little insomnia relief. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleeppodcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Galaxy, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Galaxy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Chicago "L"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 38:58


    If the sound of trains helps you sleep, this one's a dream. The Chicago “L” has been looping around since 1892, connecting the city via elevated tracks, subway tunnels, and the occasional headache. Ideal for fans of bedtime stories involving transit maps. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Chicago “L”, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Chicago “L”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Norse Mythology

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 35:19


    Sleep comes easily when gods behave badly and fate is a tangled mess. Tonight, Norse mythology drones on about Odin's questionable parenting, Thor's hammer issues, and Loki being Loki. Drift off to tales older than your insomnia. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Norse Mythology, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Norse Mythology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dr Pepper

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 39:33


    Dr Pepper, born in Waco, Texas in 1885, is fizzy relaxation in a bottle—23 secret flavors that predate Coca‑Cola, perfect for bedtime stories or insomnia relief if you're the sort who naps to soda lore. It's uniquely pepper‑sweet, historically “not a cola,” and sleep‑inducingly mundane. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Dr Pepper, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY‑SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Dr Pepper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Geoglyphs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 37:01


    Giant lines scratched into the earth for reasons we're still guessing. From Nazca to Kazakhstan, geoglyphs are big, mysterious, and ideal for a bedtime story that won't keep you up. Archaeology as insomnia relief. You're welcome. Want More? Request a Topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Ad-Free Episodes: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Geoglyph, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Geoglyph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Surfing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 34:25


    Surfing, the ancient art of standing on wood while water moves under you, has somehow endured from Polynesian rituals to Olympic events. From Peruvian reed boards to the chilled-out surf culture of today, it's a long, sleepy paddle through history—perfect for bedtime stories and insomnia relief. Want More?Visit to request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topicListen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsorsJoin the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Surfing, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Surfing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Homeostasis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 35:07


    Maintaining internal stability in the face of life's relentless chaos, homeostasis is your body's way of keeping things boring—which, fortunately, is perfect for sleep. From blood sugar to body temp, it's all about not rocking the boat. Ideal for bedtime stories, relaxation, and insomnia relief. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Homeostasis, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Homeostasis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Quality Management Systems

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 38:57


    If your idea of a relaxing bedtime story involves process audits and ISO compliance, you're in luck. Tonight's episode meanders through the riveting world of quality management systems—because nothing lulls you to sleep quite like risk-based thinking, internal controls, and continuous improvement cycles. Ideal for insomnia relief or anyone who finds comfort in bureaucracy. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Quality management systems, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Quality management systems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Edinburgh, Scotland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 35:55


    Sleep comes easily when the topic is Edinburgh, a city where volcanic rock, medieval alleys, and Enlightenment thinkers all somehow coexist without making too much noise. This bedtime journey through Scotland's capital delivers a gentle mix of royalty, architecture, and vague weather references—ideal for insomnia relief and fans of historical ambiance who are already half-asleep. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Edinburgh, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Edinburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Steampunk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 33:54


    Clockwork gears, impractical goggles, and a lot of brass pipes make this alternate-history aesthetic the perfect sedative. Steampunk somehow blends Victorian fashion with speculative tech, and yet still manages to be relaxing enough for sleep or background bedtime noise. Ideal for fans of insomnia relief who enjoy a good monocle. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Steampunk, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Steampunk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Innovation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 39:22


    Ideal for bedtime droning or insomnia relief, this episode quietly wanders through the thrilling mediocrity of innovation—how society defines it, reveres it, and inevitably turns it into a buzzword. Try to stay awake, or don't. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Innovation, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Innovation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Neutron Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 36:29


    Dense, dramatic, and rotating faster than your ceiling fan, neutron stars are what's left when giant stars explode but still can't take a hint. Perfect for anyone needing a slow collapse into sleep, cosmic facts, or insomnia relief. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Neutron Stars, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Neutron Stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Zealand Fairy Tern

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 35:28


    Endangered and elusive, the New Zealand fairy tern is a tiny shorebird whose main hobbies include nesting in inconvenient places and not reproducing enough. It's hard to worry about insomnia when you're worrying about bird extinction. A perfect bedtime story for lovers of relaxation, rare species, and bureaucratically-managed conservation plans. Thanks to Guy for sponsoring this episode! Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on New Zealand Fairy Tern, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - New Zealand Fairy Tern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Swamps & Wetlands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 32:30


    Low-lying, soggy, and mostly avoided—swamps and wetlands offer just enough slow-moving detail to lull your brain into full retreat. Ideal for background noise, insomnia relief, or pondering how plants survive while half-drowning. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Swamp, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Swamp. This content is also derived from the Wikipedia article on Wetland, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Wetland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Chess

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 33:39


    Slow your racing mind with the intricate yet incredibly repetitive world of chess, where pawns dream big and queens do all the work. Ideal for bedtime pondering or insomnia relief, this slow march across 64 squares should do the trick. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Chess, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Chess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Glass

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 33:59


    If you're looking for a relaxing deep dive into something both fragile and oddly durable, this episode about glass should do the trick. From its sleepy silicate beginnings to its many transparent moods, there's plenty here to lull your brain into a gentle stupor. Perfect for fans of insomnia relief, bedtime stories, and long, slow explanations of materials you never think about. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Glass, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Glass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Terrarium

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 37:22


    Perfect for winding down, this bedtime read takes you on a slow, dirt-level journey through the surprisingly meticulous world of terrariums. If miniature glass ecosystems don't put you to sleep, the Latin plant names probably will. A calm, relaxing choice for insomnia relief and fans of low-stakes greenery. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Terrarium, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Terrarium. Next on the I Can't Sleep Podcast: Glass Chess Swamps & Wetlands Which topic do you think will do the trick to put you to sleep? Also, I would love your help to get the podcast in front of more listeners. Leaving a review or following the show goes a long way, and I appreciate all your support. Happy sleeping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Choux Pastry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 35:37


    Flaky, hollow, and suspiciously light, choux pastry is the kind of delicate French dough that somehow became the backbone of everything from éclairs to swans. It's made by cooking the flour before baking, which feels like cheating but makes for excellent bedtime reading. A soothing deep dive into pâte à choux—ideal for pastry fans, sleep seekers, and anyone too tired to whisk anything. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Choux Pastry, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Choux Pastry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mariana Trench

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 34:27


    Deep sea relaxation meets crushing geological indifference as we drift down to the Mariana Trench, Earth's most famous abyss and arguably its least inviting vacation spot. Perfect for insomnia relief or anyone who needs to feel small before bed. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Mariana Trench, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Mariana Trench. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sport Stacking

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 36:28


    Rhythmic clattering and plastic cups might not scream “bedtime,” but the soothing repetition of sport stacking's oddly competitive world just might. Ideal for insomniacs who find NASCAR too subtle, this episode stacks up nicely for sleep. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Sport stacking, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Sport stacking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hedgehog

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 35:55


    If your insomnia demands something with spikes but no real drama, hedgehogs may do the trick. These solitary, nocturnal insectivores bumble through gardens and folklore alike without stirring much excitement. Ideal bedtime material. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Hedgehog, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Hedgehog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hydrogen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 36:42


    Drift off with a calming exploration of hydrogen, the element that somehow manages to be both the most abundant in the universe and the least interesting at dinner parties. This relaxing bedtime story about atomic simplicity, star fuel, and flammable gas is sure to bore your insomnia into submission. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/myhGhVUhn7 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Hydrogen, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Hydrogen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Chengdu

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 31:45


    City sounds too exciting? Don't worry—Chengdu's sprawling history, panda diplomacy, and ancient irrigation systems are somehow still perfect for insomnia relief. Settle in for a bedtime story about tea, temples, and very slow urban development. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/DD9bPShH This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Chengdu, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Chengdu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mercury

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 37:17


    Mercury spins slowly, scorches in sunlight, and freezes in shadow—perfect conditions for a relaxing bedtime story about planetary extremes. Its lack of atmosphere and general refusal to support life make it oddly peaceful. Ideal for insomnia relief and planetary trivia lovers. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Mercury (planet), available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Mercury (planet) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Multiverse

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 45:50


    If you're looking for sleep, try contemplating the multiverse—an infinite number of universes where you still can't find your keys. Theoretical physics has rarely been so quiet, or so unconcerned with practical application. Ideal for insomnia relief and cosmic-scale bedtime stories. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Multiverse, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Multiverse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Frogs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 35:15


    Cold-blooded and weirdly talented, frogs have been hopping quietly through evolution with their sticky tongues and surprise screams. This episode covers the amphibians' bizarre lives in enough detail to cure even the most persistent insomnia. Perfect for sleep, relaxation, and background bedtime stories. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Frog, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Frog. Next Week on the I Can't Sleep Podcast

    Hot Dogs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 39:40


    Relax into the surprisingly uneventful tale of hot dogs, from old-world sausages to ballpark staples. A sleep-friendly stroll through culinary trivia perfect for bedtime stories, relaxation, and mild curiosity before dozing off. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Hot dog, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Hot dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cummins Diesel Engines

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 37:17


    Heavy-duty diesel engines, fuel systems, and emissions control—everything you never knew could put you to sleep faster than melatonin. Ideal for fans of bedtime stories about torque curves, or anyone hoping to snore through the history of internal combustion. Your insomnia never stood a chance. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Cummins, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Cummins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Uncle Iroh & Zuko

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 32:59


    Sleep through the slow burn of redemption arcs, father issues, and jasmine-scented wisdom—perfect for bedtime, insomnia relief, or firebending cooldowns. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Uncle Iroh and Zuko, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full articles: Wikipedia – Uncle Iroh and Zuko. Coming Up on the I Can't Sleep Podcast

    Dental Hygienist

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 39:23


    Dental hygienist duties like tartar scraping and floss lectures might not scream “bedtime story,” but somehow, here we are. A slow drift into dental monotony for your insomnia relief. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Dental Hygienist, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Dental Hygienist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pure Mathematics – Where Numbers Go to Meditate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 36:06


    Pure mathematics: the tranquil wilderness of logic where numbers frolic without purpose. No real-world applications here—just soothing abstractions to lull you into oblivion. Great for sleep, boredom, or philosophical insomnia relief. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Pure Mathematics, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Pure Mathematics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sand Dollars – Nature's Flattest Coinage for Sleepy Minds

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 33:34


    Sand dollars: those flat, slow sea creatures you vaguely remember from beach trips are here to bore you to sleep with echinoderm trivia. Perfect for bedtime, ocean facts, and surrendering to that nap you've been fighting. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Sand dollars, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Sand dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mochi – A Soft and Sticky Journey Through Rice and Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 35:02


    Mochi: glutinous rice gently transformed into a sticky, chewy tradition that's lasted over a thousand years—perfect for bedtime stories, sleepy facts, and those who enjoy their history slow and mildly sweet. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Mochi, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Mochi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Earth Day – Celebrating the Planet (Quietly, in Bed)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 36:35


    Drift off with a soothing dive into Earth Day—its origins, oddly specific dates, and how it became the planet's favorite low-effort holiday. Ideal for eco-friendly bedtime stories and insomnia relief that's 100% biodegradable. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Earth Day, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Earth Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Good Friday – Somber Traditions and Very Quiet Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 35:55


    Good Friday observances, fasting rules, and calendar math—perfectly solemn content to lull you into gentle, reverent sleep. Ideal for insomnia, not introspection. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Good Friday, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Good Friday. Coming Up on the I Can't Sleep Podcast

    Easter Egg – Painted Ovals and the Ancient Art of Napping

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 32:45


    Easter eggs—those brightly dyed symbols of spring, fertility, and mild holiday stress—are the perfect excuse to drift off. Great for insomnia, less great for carpets. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on [Easter egg], available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Easter egg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ethos & Rhetoric – Fall asleep to Aristotle's PR tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 36:06


    Ethos, that ancient credibility flex, kicks off our soothing stroll through rhetorical persuasion. Perfect for fans of bedtime logic and sleepy speeches. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Ethos, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Ethos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sheep – Fluffy Ruminants and Other Sleep Clichés

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 36:06


    Sheep are wooly, sleepy icons of bedtime boredom. Learn about their grazing habits and social structure while not staying awake for any of it. Perfect for insomnia relief and sleepy trivia buffs. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Sheep, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Sheep. Coming Soon on the I Can't Sleep Podcast

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