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I Can’t Sleep

Benjamin Boster & Glassbox Mediawww.icantsleeppodcast.com
Trouble sleeping? You could count sheep, or let I Can’t Sleep do the heavy yawning for you. Host Benjamin Boster reads slow-paced, fact-filled content on science, history, and everyday oddities with zero plot twists and even less urgency. It’s calm. It’s consistent. And yes, you might accidentally learn something. So get comfy, press play, and let your brain wander off without you.
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Episodes

Worcestershire | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores Worcestershire, the historic county in England, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about its geography, cultural heritage, and notable landmarks, from rolling countryside to historic towns. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms history and place into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Press ...

Nov 20, 202340 minSeason 5Ep. 147

Animation | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and art of animation, helping you relax and find relief from insomnia. You’ll discover how animation began with early experiments, its evolution through hand-drawn classics, and the rise of modern digital techniques. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns the lively world of animation into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This is not whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed t...

Nov 13, 202343 minSeason 5Ep. 146

Zelda Ocarina of Time | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Relax with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time , helping you unwind and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about the game’s development, story, and lasting influence as one of the most celebrated titles in video game history. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms this epic adventure into peaceful storytelling that quiets the mind and reduces stress. This is not whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Pre...

Nov 06, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 145

Hot Chocolate | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the warm and comforting story of hot chocolate, helping you relax and ease the struggles of insomnia. You’ll learn about its origins in ancient Mesoamerica, its introduction to Europe, and how it became the beloved drink enjoyed worldwide today. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns history and tradition into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration...

Oct 30, 202335 minSeason 5Ep. 144

Insomnia | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Ease into rest with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin gently explores insomnia, the challenges it brings, and the history of how people have understood sleeplessness. You’ll learn about the causes, cultural perspectives, and approaches to easing insomnia throughout time. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms this often-frustrating topic into peaceful storytelling that quiets the mind and reduces stress. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide y...

Oct 23, 202339 minSeason 5Ep. 143

Rice | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and importance of rice, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how this humble grain has nourished civilizations for thousands of years, from ancient cultivation to its role as a global staple food today. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns agriculture, culture, and history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed...

Oct 16, 202340 minSeason 5Ep. 142

Harps | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and beauty of harps, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how this elegant instrument has been played across cultures for thousands of years, from ancient origins to its place in modern music. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns music history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Pr...

Oct 09, 202335 minSeason 5Ep. 141

GDPR | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores GDPR—the General Data Protection Regulation—helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how this European privacy law was created, its key principles, and how it impacts businesses and individuals around the world. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns legal details into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Pr...

Oct 02, 202346 minSeason 5Ep. 140

Unicorns | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the legends and symbolism of unicorns, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how these mythical creatures have appeared in folklore, art, and literature across cultures, from ancient times to modern imagination. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns magical tales into peaceful storytelling that quiets the mind and reduces stress. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into re...

Sep 25, 202337 minSeason 5Ep. 139

Astrology | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores astrology, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about its ancient roots, the zodiac signs, and how astrology has been practiced across cultures to interpret the stars and human life. With Benjamin’s soothing cadence, these celestial stories become peaceful narration that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled storytelling designed to guide you toward rest. Press play, l...

Sep 18, 202343 minSeason 5Ep. 138

Middle Ages | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Relax with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the Middle Ages, helping you unwind and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about life in medieval Europe, from castles and knights to art, religion, and daily traditions that shaped the era. With Benjamin’s soothing cadence, history becomes peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you toward rest. Press play, let your thoughts slow, and d...

Sep 11, 202339 minSeason 5Ep. 137

Archaeology | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the fascinating field of archaeology, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how archaeologists study the past through artifacts, excavation, and careful interpretation, uncovering the stories of ancient civilizations. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns the science of discovery into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to ...

Sep 04, 202348 minSeason 5Ep. 136

Mattresses | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and design of mattresses, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how people have rested through the ages, from ancient sleeping surfaces to the modern innovations that bring comfort today. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms details about materials and construction into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to ...

Aug 28, 202330 minSeason 5Ep. 135

Beds | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and design of beds, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how people have slept across centuries, from ancient resting places to modern styles that bring comfort and support. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms practical details about materials, construction, and cultural traditions into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled ...

Aug 23, 202330 minSeason 5Ep. 134

Brockville | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores Brockville, a charming city along the St. Lawrence River in Ontario, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about its history, landmarks, and cultural significance, from its Loyalist roots to its role as the “City of the 1000 Islands.” Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns local history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed ...

Aug 21, 202349 minSeason 5Ep. 133

Travel | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Relax with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and meaning of travel, helping you unwind and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how journeys have shaped human life, from ancient pilgrimages and trade routes to modern tourism and exploration. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns movement across the world into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Press play, ...

Aug 14, 202342 minSeason 5Ep. 132

Knitting | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and craft of knitting, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how this timeless practice developed across cultures, from early handwork to the art and industry of knitting today. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms yarn, needles, and patterns into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest....

Aug 07, 202350 minSeason 5Ep. 131

Mudbricks | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and use of mudbricks, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how these simple yet durable building materials have been made and used for thousands of years, from ancient civilizations to modern sustainable construction. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns architecture and tradition into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration ...

Jul 29, 202351 minSeason 5Ep. 130

Photons | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift into rest with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores photons, the particles of light, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about their discovery, their role in physics, and how they shape our understanding of energy and the universe. With Benjamin’s soothing cadence, even the mysteries of quantum theory become gentle storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just peaceful, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into s...

Jul 24, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 129

Turtles | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the fascinating world of turtles, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about their ancient origins, unique shells, and the many species that live in oceans, rivers, and on land. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns biology and history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into restful slumber. Press play, set...

Jul 17, 202346 minSeason 5Ep. 128

North Rhine-Westphalia | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s most populous state, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about its history, culture, and landscapes, from industrial roots and historic cities to its role as an economic powerhouse. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns geography and history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to gui...

Jul 10, 202342 minSeason 5Ep. 127

Trains | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and wonder of trains, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how railways transformed travel and trade, the engineering behind locomotives, and the cultural significance of trains across the world. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns movement and mechanics into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you towa...

Jul 03, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 126

Electric Power Distribution | Calm Bedtime Reading

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores electric power distribution, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how electricity travels from power plants to homes and businesses, the systems and infrastructure that make it possible, and the history of its development. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms technical details into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed...

Jun 26, 202346 minSeason 5Ep. 125

Alfalfa | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and uses of alfalfa, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how this ancient crop has been cultivated for thousands of years, its role in agriculture and animal feed, and its importance across cultures. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns farming and history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you in...

Jun 19, 202339 minSeason 5Ep. 124

Cheese | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the history and making of cheese, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how cheese has been crafted for thousands of years, the many varieties found across cultures, and its role in culinary traditions worldwide. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms food history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you in...

Jun 12, 202348 minSeason 5Ep. 123

Woodturning | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the craft of woodturning, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how artisans have shaped wood on lathes for centuries, creating everything from bowls to decorative art. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms technical details and history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Press play, settle in...

Jun 05, 202344 minSeason 5Ep. 122

Squirrels | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the lively world of squirrels, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about their different species, habitats, and clever behaviors, from tree-dwelling acrobats to ground squirrels and flying varieties. Benjamin’s soothing cadence transforms the energy of these curious animals into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to ...

May 28, 202344 minSeason 5Ep. 121

J. R. R. Tolkien | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Unwind with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the life and legacy of J. R. R. Tolkien, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn about his early years, his work as a philologist, and the creation of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings , which shaped modern fantasy literature. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns biography and creativity into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration desig...

May 21, 202348 minSeason 5Ep. 120

Iron | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

Drift off with this calm bedtime reading as Benjamin explores the story of iron, helping you relax and ease insomnia. You’ll learn how this vital element shaped human history, from ancient tools and weapons to its role in industry, construction, and daily life. Benjamin’s soothing cadence turns metallurgy and history into peaceful storytelling that reduces stress and quiets the mind. This isn’t whispering or hypnosis—just gentle, fact-filled narration designed to guide you into rest. Press play,...

May 15, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 119

A New Ad-Free Experience

Welcome to a special episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast! We have some exciting news to share with our listeners. Starting today, we are offering an ad-free experience for our podcast. We understand how important it is to have a peaceful and uninterrupted listening experience, especially when you're struggling to get some much-needed rest. That's why we've decided to offer our listeners the option to enjoy our podcast without any ads. With our new ad-free experience, you can now listen to my so...

May 09, 20232 min
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