Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Problems of Philosophy, by Bertrand Russell, Part 3
Let's calm our minds and relax with more deep thoughts about the nature of reality, what knowledge is, whether the past exists at all, and why the su…
2 years, 6 months ago
Cottages; or Hints on Economical Building, Part 2
Let's relax with more advice about building cozy cottages, decorating with simplicity and style, and how to dig a well that doesn't fill with poisono…
2 years, 6 months ago
On the Origin of Species, by Charles Darwin, Part 5
In our annual celebration of Darwin Day, let's enjoy a relaxing read from this foundational text of science. This time, we finally get to natural sel…
2 years, 6 months ago
The Voyage of The Bounty to the South Sea, by William Bligh, Part 2
Let's continue the infamous voyage of HMS Bounty, which so far isn't too exciting. This time, lots of latitude and longitude marking, Fletcher Christ…
2 years, 6 months ago
Bicycling for Ladies, by Maria E. Ward, Part 3
Let's relax and sleep to advice about the latest fad, bicycling! We learn the art of efficient pedaling, passing safely, and climbing a hill with pow…
2 years, 7 months ago
Astronomy for Young Folks, by Isabel Martin Lewis, Part 8
Tonight, we relax and sleep with knowledge about Earth's magnetism, why the sky is blue, how rainbows happen, and the origin of auroras that paint no…
2 years, 7 months ago
A Short History of the World, by H.G. Wells, Part 7
In tonight's relaxing read, we cover the philosophies of Buddha, Confucius, and Lao Tse, then swing back to the origins of the Roman Empire, all in l…
2 years, 7 months ago
Our Cats and All About Them, by Harrison Weir, Part 2
Let's fall asleep to more about nature's supreme relaxers—cats! This time, we learn about the trainability of cats, the traits of three longhair bree…
2 years, 7 months ago
Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to Antiquities, Part 6
Let's kick off 2024 with another sleepy stroll across the sands of time to ancient Egypt. This time, we unravel the labyrinth of Saqqara, see how pyr…
2 years, 7 months ago
Where the Forest Murmurs, by Fiona Macleod, Part 1
Let's set aside the commercial noise of the holidays and relax with this walk through the forest, appreciate the glories revealed by winter, and cons…
2 years, 8 months ago