Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchOreos | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Sandwich Cookie That Became the World's Best-Selling Biscuit
Season 7 Episode 417
In this episode, Benjamin reads about Oreos — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading desi…
10 months ago
Color Theory | Can't Sleep? Learn How Artists and Scientists Think About Color
Season 7 Episode 416
Relax with a calm, educational bedtime reading on color theory. From the science of perception to the history of pigments, you’ll learn fascinating d…
10 months ago
Politics of the UK | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Westminster System That Governs Britain
Season 7 Episode 415
Unwind with a calm, slow-paced bedtime reading about the politics of the United Kingdom. Learn how this system of government works while your mind re…
10 months ago
Laundry Detergent | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Chemistry Keeping Your Clothes Clean
Season 7 Episode 414
Drift off with a calm, slow-paced bedtime reading about laundry detergent. Learn how tiny soap molecules lift dirt, the history of washing, and the q…
10 months, 1 week ago
Rowing | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Oldest Propulsion Sport in the Olympics
Season 7 Episode 413
Relax with a gentle, educational bedtime reading about the sport of rowing. Explore its history, techniques, and traditions while your mind drifts in…
10 months, 1 week ago
Giant Panda | Can't Sleep? Learn About China's Most Famous Animal
Season 7 Episode 412
In this episode, Benjamin reads about Giant Panda — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed readin…
10 months, 1 week ago
Elements of Style | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Little Book That Changed How Americans Write
Season 7 Episode 411
Ease into rest with a slow-paced bedtime reading from the classic writing guide, The Elements of Style. Discover timeless principles of grammar and c…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Studio Ghibli | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Japanese Studio Behind Spirited Away
Season 7 Episode 410
In this episode, Benjamin reads about Studio Ghibli — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed read…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Italian Bread | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Regional Breads That Define Italian Culture
Season 7 Episode 409
In this episode, Benjamin reads about Italian Bread — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed read…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Kelp Forests | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Underwater Rainforests of the Ocean
Season 7 Episode 408
Unwind with a slow-paced bedtime reading about kelp forests. Discover these underwater ecosystems, their role in the ocean, and the life they support…
10 months, 3 weeks ago