Classic fairy tales meet modern adventure in The Land of Stories. A bedtime story… if bedtime stories had portals, magic, and an epic quest. Perfect for dozing off while dreaming of enchanted lands. 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 The Land of Stories, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - The Land of Stories. 🎧 Sneak Peek: Next Week on I Can’t Sleep Podcast 🎧 Drifting off with me this week? Here’s what’s coming up next: 📖 Grammar – The rules we all follow… or ignore. 👗 Vivienne Westwood – A fashion rebel who changed the industry. 🐑 Wool – A soft, cozy fiber with a surprisingly deep history. New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 12 AM. See you then—until then, happy sleeping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stamps: the unsung heroes of snail mail and philatelists’ obsessions. From penny posts to rare collectibles, we explore how these tiny pieces of paper power the postal world—just in case you needed something extremely soothing to think about before sleep. Want More? 🔹 Request an episode: 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 Postage Stamp, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Postage Stamp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buttons: tiny, mighty, and often lost in the laundry. From their ancient origins to modern fashion, we explore these small but essential fasteners—perfectly dull 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 This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Buttons, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia – Buttons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samurai: disciplined warriors or just really well-dressed swordsmen? Explore their history, Bushido code, and legendary duels—all in a soothing, sleep-inducing tone. For more sleep-friendly content, visit icantsleeppodcast.com. Show Notes 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 Wikipedia Attribution This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Samurai, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Samurai. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Columbia River has shaped empires, powered cities, and taken its sweet time doing it. Settle in for a slow ride. This episode is sponsored by Alice Merriwether—big thanks to Alice for making sleep even more accessible! If you enjoy drifting off to the calming cadence of Wikipedia, consider supporting the podcast at icantsleeppodcast.com. Now, close your eyes, relax, and let the story of the Columbia River guide you to sleep. Show Notes: Want to request a topic? Visit: 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 Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on the Columbia River, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Columbia River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From ancient temple courtyards to today’s backyard barbecues, gardens have evolved as places of beauty, power, and sometimes just a place to put a hedge maze. Explore their history and drift off to the soothing sounds of landscape design through the ages. For more sleepy content, visit icantsleeppodcast.com. Want More? 🌿 Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic 😴 Listen ad-free & support: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm 🛒 Sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on History of Gardening, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - History of Gardening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Naps: the cure for sleep deprivation or just an excuse to check out mid-day? We dive into the history of napping, why short naps boost brain function, and how they help with insomnia. For more sleep-friendly content, visit icantsleeppodcast.com. Show Notes: 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 Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Napping, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Napping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noise-canceling sleep headphones are great—until you can’t find them. In this episode, we explore the evolution of headphones, how they block noise, and whether blasting music before bed is wrecking your sleep cycle. Show Notes: Want More? Request a Topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen Ad-Free & Support the Show: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Headphones, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Headphones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gandalf: wise old wizard or the most dramatic travel guide ever? We explore his origins, his role in The Lord of the Rings, and why he’s basically Middle-earth’s alarm clock. Show Notes: Listen to more episodes at icantsleeppodcast.com Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Shop sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Support & listen ad-free: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Gandalf, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Gandalf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saunas: hot, sweaty, and weirdly good for you? This episode covers the history of saunas, their sleep benefits, and why some people think sweating in a wooden box is the key to relaxation. Need more ways to drift off? Visit icantsleeppodcast.com for more episodes and sleep-friendly content. Want More? 💤 Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic 😴 Listen ad-free & support: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm 🛒 Shop sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Sauna, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pokémon GO got people walking outside—remember that? We take a look at how this mobile game changed augmented reality, encouraged movement (which actually helps sleep), and made people chase Pikachu into traffic. Want More? • Request a Topic: Have a subject you’d like us to explore? Submit your suggestions here. • Listen Ad-Free & Support Us: Enjoy our episodes without interruptions and support the podcast by subscribing here. • Shop Sleep-Friendly Products: Discover products designed to enhance your sleep experience at our sponsor’s page. Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Pokémon Go, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Pokémon Go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever tried Vegemite and thought, ‘This tastes like a mistake’? We explore the history of umami, why Australians swear by this salty spread, and whether it has any actual sleep benefits (spoiler: doubtful). Want more sleepy content? Visit icantsleeppodcast.com for more episodes and ad-free listening. Want More? • Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic • Listen ad-free & support the show: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm • Shop sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia articles on Vegemite and Umami, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full articles: Wikipedia - Vegemite | Wikipedia - Umami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cecilia Payne figured out what stars are made of—and got ignored for years. This episode covers her discovery, her fight for recognition, and why space facts are weirdly relaxing. Show Notes:  00:00 - Welcome and episode introduction 00:35 - Introduction to Cecilia Payne 02:17 - Early life 02:56 - Education 09:40 - Career 13:50 - Legacy 15:44 - Personal life 18:05 - Honors and awards 20:18 - Astronomer intro 21:08 - Types 22:40 - Academic 26:34 - Amateur astronomers 27:38 - Harvard college observatory intro 28:46 - History 30:43 - Publications Want More? Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm Shop sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia articles on Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin, Astronomer, and Harvard College Observatory, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full articles: Wikipedia - Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin Wikipedia - Astronomer Wikipedia - Harvard College Observatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eating a massive pile of carbs before bed? Respect. We explore the history of lasagna, its Italian origins, and whether late-night pasta actually ruins sleep. For more bedtime stories, visit icantsleeppodcast.com. Show Notes: ⏳ Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to the podcast 00:32 Intro to lasagna 01:26 Etymology 04:34 Origins and history 04:41 Variations 08:34 Intro to ragù 09:33 Varieties 10:58 History 13:20 Béchamel sauce 13:33 Adaptations 14:50 Variants 15:03 Uses 15:46 Ricotta 17:16 History 18:40 Mozzarella 20:00 Etymology 20:19 Types 21:46 Parmesan intro 23:16 Production 28:03 Industry 29:14 Consumption 30:23 History 💤 Want More? • Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic • Listen ad-free & support the show: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm • Shop sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors 📖 Wikipedia Attribution This content is derived from the Wikipedia articles on Lasagna, Ragù, Béchamel sauce, Ricotta, Mozzarella, and Parmesan, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sweater or sweatshirt—what’s the difference, and why does it matter? We break down the history of cozy fashion, why warm clothes help regulate sleep, and how trends keep repeating. Want more sleepy content? Visit icantsleeppodcast.com for additional episodes and sleep-friendly resources. Show Notes: 00:00 - Welcome to I Can’t Sleep 00:26 - Sweater overview 01:20 - Etymology 03:21 - Types and design 05:15 - Nomenclature 08:25 - Customary wear 10:19 - Care 11:02 - Ice hockey 11:28 - Sweater design intro 12:24 - Criteria 14:21 - Functional role as criterion 15:06 - Comfort criterion 15:42 - Fitting sweater 20:08 - Shaping 22:54 - Choosing the yarn 24:03 - Choosing colors 25:59 - Choosing shapes 26:55 - Choosing an overall pattern 27:26 - Choosing accent patterns 28:11 - Embellishments 29:38 - Sweatshirt intro 30:11 - History Want More? Request a topic: icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support the show: icantsleep.supportingcast.fm Shop sleep-friendly products: icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia articles on Sweater, Sweater Design, and Sweatshirts, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full articles: Wikipedia - Sweater, Sweater Design, Sweatshirt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A sport invented for people who hated running? Sounds ideal. We look at volleyball’s history, its Olympic journey, and whether spiking a ball is an acceptable stress-relief method. Looking for more bedtime-friendly content? Visit icantsleeppodcast.com for additional episodes, ad-free listening, and sleep-friendly products. Show Notes: [00:00] - Welcome to the podcast [00:17] - Article overview [03:07] - Origins [05:08] - Refinement and Later Development [07:38] - Rules of the Game [21:01] - Skills 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 Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Volleyball, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Volleyball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we take a soothing journey through the world of Survivor, the reality TV show that changed television forever. From its humble beginnings to its status as a global phenomenon, we’ll explore how Survivor introduced strategy, alliances, and backstabbing to the small screen—all in a way that somehow helps you drift off to sleep. So, get cozy and let the gentle rhythm of reality TV history lull you into relaxation. Want more? Visit icantsleeppodcast.com for additional episodes and ad-free listening options. Show Notes:  00:00 – Welcome to the podcast 00:28 – Survivor overview 03:40 – Format and rules 07:17 – Series overview 08:28 – Production 15:32 – Reception 16:15 – Post-show auctions 17:08 – Merchandise 27:34 - Other media 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 Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Survivor (American TV series), available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Survivor (American TV series). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drift off into the fascinating world of linguistics, the scientific study of language and its structure. From phonetics to syntax, semantics to pragmatics, this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast gently explores how languages evolve, how we acquire them, and the intricate rules that govern communication. Whether you're a word enthusiast or simply looking for a soothing bedtime listen, this episode will lull you into a restful slumber. For more bedtime-friendly content, visit icantsleeppodcast.com. Show Notes:  00:00 - Show intro 00:19 - Linguistics overview 03:15 - Major sub-disciplines 13:33 - Structures 23:38 - Approaches 27:54 - Methodology 35:40 - History 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 Wikipedia Attribution: This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Linguistics, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Linguistics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off as we explore the world of phylogenetics—because nothing says “bedtime relaxation” like evolutionary trees and species relationships. 💤 Did you know that scientists basically play a giant game of “who’s related to whom” but with DNA? If that sounds thrilling, don’t worry—I’ll make sure it’s just boring enough to put you to sleep. So, settle in, relax, and let me lull you to sleep with the history of the tree of life—just don’t expect it to leaf you wide awake. 🌿 📌 Want More? 🔹 Skip the line and request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic 🔹 Listen ad-free & support the podcast: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ 🔹 Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors This content is derived from the Wikipedia article on Phylogenetics, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full article: Wikipedia - Phylogenetics. Happy sleeping! 😴 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wow! Did you know that learning about games can be pretty boring? In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Uno, Skip-Bo, and Last Card. Each of these card games falls into a similar category—shedding card games. I hope you find something interesting before you drift off to this episode. Happy sleeping! Got a topic you’re dying to hear? Skip the line of nearly 400 requests and get yours bumped to the top. Head to my website, throw in your suggestion, and make it official. Your idea could be the star of the next episode. Happy suggesting! Ad-Free Episodes Want an ad-free experience? Follow this link to support the podcast and get episodes with no ads: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Lume Deodorant Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code [ICANTSLEEP] at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod GhostBed Visit GhostBed.com/sleep and use promo code SLEEP for 50% off. ProLon Get 15% off Prolon's 5-day nutrition program at ProlonLife.com/ICANTSLEEP. Factor Head to FACTORMEALS.com/icantsleep50 and use code icantsleep50 to get 50% off. DoorDash Get 50% off up to $20 and zero delivery fees on your first order when you download the DoorDash app and enter code ICANTSLEEP. BetterHelp Visit BetterHelp.com/icantsleep today to get 10% off your first month HelloFresh Go to HelloFresh.com/50icantsleep and use code 50icantsleep for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months. SleepPhones Follow this affiliate link to purchase headphones you can fall asleep with: https://www.sleepphones.com/?aff=793 then enter the code ICANTSLEEP10 at checkout to receive a discount. This content is derived from the following Wikipedia articles: Uno, Skip-Bo, and Last Card. All are available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. These articles can be accessed at https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uno_(card_game).https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skip-Bo, and https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Last_card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices