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DO NOT Learn the History of Valentine’s Day 💔 | Boring History for Sleep
11/2/2026 | 4h 2 mins.
Forget chocolates, roses, and cheerful cards. The real history of Valentine’s Day is tangled with execution, forbidden love, religious rituals, and stories that are far darker than the holiday suggests. What began in violence and uncertainty slowly transformed into a celebration of romance, while its origins faded into silence. A calm story about love built on uneasy foundations.

Boring history for sleep – Soft stories about difficult lives.
What If You Competed in the Ancient Olympic Games 🏛️ | Boring History for Sleep
10/2/2026 | 4h 48 mins.
Forget modern stadiums, medals, and fair play. The ancient Olympic Games meant brutal training, dangerous events, religious rituals, and the constant risk of injury or disgrace. Athletes competed naked under the burning sun, facing strict rules, harsh punishments, and glory that could fade as quickly as it came. A calm story about competition in a world where honor mattered more than safety.

Boring history for sleep – Soft stories about difficult lives.
Why You Wouldn’t Survive a Day in the Wild West 💤 | Boring History for Sleep
09/2/2026 | 4h 23 mins.
Forget the dusty movie heroes and dramatic gunfights. The real Wild West was a place of disease, thirst, brutal labor, sudden violence, and constant uncertainty. One bad drink of water, one wrong trail, one quiet night without help—and survival became a matter of luck. A calm story about a world where danger was ordinary and comfort was rare.

Boring history for sleep – Soft stories about difficult lives.
History’s Biggest Cover-Up? The Dark Ages 🌑 | Boring History for Sleep
08/2/2026 | 5h 15 mins.
Forget the clear timelines and confident textbooks. The so-called Dark Ages remain one of the most debated and misunderstood periods in history, filled with missing records, silent centuries, and unanswered questions. Was knowledge truly lost, or was it hidden, rewritten, or forgotten on purpose? A calm story about shadows in the historical record and the uneasy silence between empires.

Boring History for Sleep – Soft stories about difficult lives.
The Odyssey Explained: More Than Just a Journey 💤 | Boring History for Sleep
07/2/2026 | 5h 18 mins.
Forget the heroic battles and mythical monsters. The Odyssey is not just a tale of adventure, but a deeper story of homecoming, struggle, and the human spirit. Behind Odysseus’ epic voyage lies a journey through the psyche, the battles of inner turmoil, and the quest to return to what truly matters. A calm story about an ancient hero's long road home.
Boring History for Sleep – Soft stories about difficult lives.

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About Boring History for Sleep

Welcome to Boring History to Sleep — the only show where falling asleep in the middle is not only allowed… it’s encouraged. Each episode takes you on a slow, uneventful stroll through the most yawn-worthy corners of the past: treaties nobody remembers, kings who ruled for three weeks, and revolutions that never really got started. Delivered in the softest, most sleep-inducing voice we could find, this show is like warm milk with a side of ancient trivia. Perfect for insomniacs, history nerds, and anyone who thinks a Roman tax policy discussion sounds like a lullaby. Lay back, close your eyes

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