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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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United States

Description:

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.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Heaven | Gentle Reading for Sleep

2/22/2026
Relax with calm bedtime reading about Heaven to ease insomnia and invite deep sleep. This calm bedtime reading offers steady comfort for sleep while softly soothing insomnia and quieting a restless mind. In this episode, Benjamin explores the history and meaning of Heaven across cultures, religions, and philosophical traditions. You’ll discover how different beliefs describe heavenly realms and what those visions reveal about hope, morality, and the human longing for peace—all delivered in a soothing, unhurried cadence designed to help you unwind. There’s no whispering—just clear, fact-filled calm education shared at a gentle pace to ease insomnia, reduce stress, and settle anxiety at the end of the day. As you listen, your mind can gradually slow while you learn something meaningful and timeless. Press play, get comfortable, and let this peaceful bedtime reading guide you toward deep rest and steady breathing. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Heaven, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heaven), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:48

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Finger Lakes | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

2/19/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading about the Finger Lakes as you settle into sleep and ease insomnia. This calm bedtime reading invites sleep while offering gentle relief from insomnia and sleeplessness. Tonight, Benjamin explores the long, narrow lakes of upstate New York formed by ancient glaciers, sharing their geography, history, and quiet natural beauty at an unhurried pace. You will learn about the region’s landscapes, communities, and cultural significance while your mind gradually unwinds. His steady, soothing cadence guides you through fact filled, peaceful education, never whispering, just calm storytelling designed to soften stress and quiet anxious thoughts. If restless nights, stress, or racing thoughts have been keeping you awake, this gentle journey through the Finger Lakes offers a comforting space to relax and let go. Press play, settle in, and allow your breathing to slow as knowledge and calm carry you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Finger Lakes, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finger_Lakes), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:23

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Alarm Clocks | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

2/17/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading to help you sleep through insomnia and restless nights. This calm bedtime reading for sleep offers gentle relief from insomnia while guiding your thoughts somewhere steady and simple. Tonight, Benjamin traces the history of alarm clocks, from early mechanical timekeepers to the familiar bedside companions that guide our mornings. You’ll discover how these small but powerful devices evolved, shaped daily routines, and reflected changing technology—all while relaxing beneath a steady, unhurried voice. There’s no whispering here, just fact-filled, soothing education delivered at a peaceful pace to help with insomnia, stress, and anxiety. Let the simple story of ticking gears and morning chimes give your thoughts something light to rest on as your body unwinds. Press play, get comfortable, and allow yourself to drift gently toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Alarm clock, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alarm_clock), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:33:09

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Chairs | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

2/15/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading designed to help you sleep through insomnia and restless nights. This calm exploration of chairs turns bedtime reading into a gentle path toward deep sleep and relief from insomnia. Tonight, Benjamin softly explores the history, design, and everyday purpose of chairs. From ancient stools to modern ergonomic seating, you’ll discover how something so ordinary has shaped daily life in quiet, fascinating ways. His steady, soothing cadence guides you through facts and details—no whispering, just calm, educational storytelling meant to relax your mind. As you learn, your thoughts can slow, your breathing can soften, and the weight of the day can gently lift. Perfect for easing insomnia, stress, and nighttime anxiety, this episode offers a peaceful space where curiosity and comfort meet. Press play, settle in, and let yourself drift off. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Chair, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chair), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:38:45

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Tardigrades | Gentle Facts for Sleep

2/12/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading that supports sleep and eases insomnia as we gently explore the remarkable world of tardigrades. This calm bedtime reading for sleep and insomnia offers a peaceful way to unwind while your mind settles into rest. In this episode, Benjamin shares simple, fascinating facts about these tiny “water bears,” letting you learn something new while relaxing deeply. His steady, soothing cadence creates a peaceful atmosphere without whispering or hypnosis, just calm, educational storytelling designed for bedtime. It’s ideal for restless nights, stress, anxiety, and anyone looking for a gentle routine that supports better sleep and relief from insomnia. Press play, get comfortable, and let your thoughts drift as the facts slowly fade into the background. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Tardigrade, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tardigrade), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:32:13

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Dinosaur National Monument | Gentle Bedtime Reading

2/10/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading designed for sleep and gentle relief from insomnia as we explore Dinosaur National Monument at an easy, soothing pace. This calm bedtime reading for sleep and insomnia offers a peaceful way to relax your mind while learning something quietly fascinating. Benjamin reads with a slow, steady cadence that helps your thoughts unwind as you discover ancient fossils, sweeping canyons, and the long history preserved within this remarkable place. There is no whispering here, just calm, fact-filled education meant to ease insomnia, reduce stress, and soothe anxious thoughts during restless nights. Settle in, press play, and let this gentle bedtime reading guide you toward rest and sleep. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Dinosaur National Monument, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dinosaur_National_Monument), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:58

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Basketball | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

2/8/2026
Drift off with calm, bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This relaxing episode offers calm, bedtime reading that helps quiet the mind for sleep while easing the stress of insomnia and restless nights. Tonight, Benjamin reads about the game of basketball, exploring its origins, basic rules, and cultural impact in a slow, steady cadence meant to help you unwind. You’ll gently learn something new while your body relaxes, making it easier to let go of anxious thoughts and settle into rest. There’s no whispering—just fact-filled, soothing education delivered with care and warmth. This episode is ideal for listeners dealing with insomnia, nighttime anxiety, or stress who want a peaceful focus as they fall asleep. Press play, get comfortable, and allow the rhythm of calm storytelling to carry you into rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Basketball, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basketball), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:39:37

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Air Jordans | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

2/5/2026
Drift off with a calm bedtime reading about Air Jordans, designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This calm bedtime reading blends soothing facts with a relaxed pace, helping quiet a busy mind and guide you toward sleep even on restless nights of insomnia. In this episode, Benjamin explores the history and cultural impact of Air Jordans, sharing how these iconic sneakers shaped sports, fashion, and popular culture, all while maintaining a peaceful, unhurried rhythm. You’ll learn something new as you relax, with no whispering—just calm, fact-filled bedtime reading delivered in Benjamin’s steady, comforting cadence. This episode is ideal for easing stress, reducing anxiety, and helping with insomnia or sleeplessness as you wind down at the end of the day. Settle in, press play, and let your thoughts slow as you drift gently toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Air Jordan, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Jordan), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:44:16

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Eurovision Song Contest | Gentle Sleep Reading

2/3/2026
Relax with calm bedtime reading about the Eurovision Song Contest, designed for sleep and gentle relief from insomnia. Relax with calm bedtime reading that supports sleep and eases insomnia while offering a peaceful way to unwind. In this episode, Benjamin softly explores the history, traditions, and cultural impact of Eurovision, sharing facts in a soothing, steady cadence that helps your mind slow down while you rest. You can learn something new while relaxing, with no whispering, just calm educational reading meant to comfort restless nights and support sleep. This gentle approach can help reduce stress, quiet anxious thoughts, and make sleep feel more natural and welcoming for anyone dealing with insomnia. Settle in, press play, and let this calm bedtime reading carry you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Eurovision Song Contest, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurovision_Song_Contest), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:40

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Echo | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

2/1/2026
Drift off with a calm bedtime reading that supports sleep and gently eases insomnia. This calm bedtime reading helps your mind relax as you settle into sleep and let go of the day. Tonight’s episode explores echoes from a scientific perspective, calmly explaining how sound reflects, travels, and returns in a soothing, easy-to-follow way that lets you learn while unwinding. Benjamin’s steady, calming voice offers gentle, fact-filled narration with no whispering, making this peaceful episode ideal for bedtime listening. Perfect for insomnia, stress, anxiety, or restless nights, this relaxing science reading gives your thoughts something soft and neutral to focus on as you drift toward sleep. Get comfortable, press play, and allow this gentle exploration of sound to guide you into rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Echo, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Echo), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read with permission from Reflection (physics), Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reflection_(physics)), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read with permission from Diffraction, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diffraction), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:35:01

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Tigers | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

1/29/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading about tigers, designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. Relax with calm, educational bedtime reading that invites sleep while giving your mind a peaceful break from insomnia and restless thoughts. In this episode, Benjamin slowly explores the natural history, behavior, and habitats of tigers in a steady, unhurried cadence that encourages relaxation. You’ll learn something new while your body unwinds, with no whispering, just calm, fact-filled storytelling meant to soothe. This episode is ideal for listeners dealing with insomnia, stress, anxiety, or busy minds at night. Press play, get comfortable, and let gentle knowledge carry you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Tiger, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiger), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:35:59

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Statistics | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep

1/27/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading about statistics, designed to ease you into sleep while gently supporting those with insomnia. This calm bedtime reading continues with simple ideas from statistics, offering a peaceful path toward sleep and comfort for restless minds and insomnia as you settle in for the night. In this episode, you’ll explore the basics of statistics—patterns, averages, probability, and how we make sense of data—while learning something new as your body and mind relax. Benjamin reads in a steady, reassuring cadence that’s intentionally not whispered, just calm, fact-filled education meant to soothe, helping ease stress, quiet anxiety, and make sleeplessness feel less overwhelming. Press play, get comfortable, and allow yourself to drift off naturally. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Statistics, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statistics), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:38:25

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Electronic Dance Music | Gentle Sleep Reading

1/25/2026
Relax with a calm bedtime reading about electronic dance music, gently guiding you toward sleep and easing insomnia. This calm bedtime reading blends simple, soothing facts to support sleep during insomnia and restless nights, helping your thoughts unwind naturally. Unwind as Benjamin explores the origins, sounds, and cultural impact of electronic dance music in a steady, comforting cadence that allows you to learn while relaxing. There is no whispering here, just peaceful, fact-filled education designed to ease stress, quiet anxiety, and support restful sleep when insomnia makes nights feel long. Press play, get comfortable, and let this gentle exploration carry you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Electronic dance music, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_dance_music), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:35:29

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Albuquerque | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

1/22/2026
Relax with calm bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This peaceful bedtime reading helps quiet the mind for sleep while offering comfort during restless nights and insomnia. In this episode, Benjamin softly explores the history, culture, and landscape of Albuquerque, sharing clear facts at an unhurried pace that makes learning feel soothing. You’ll discover something new while your body relaxes, your breathing slows, and your thoughts begin to drift. There’s no whispering here, just calm, steady narration meant to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and support better sleep for anyone dealing with insomnia or busy thoughts. Settle in, press play, and allow the gentle rhythm of bedtime reading to carry you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Albuquerque, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albuquerque), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:35:58

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Shine Muscat Grapes | Gentle Reading for Sleep

1/20/2026
Drift off with a calm bedtime reading about Shine Muscat grapes, created to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This calm bedtime reading blends peaceful facts with a relaxed pace that encourages sleep while comforting listeners through insomnia and restless nights. In this episode, Benjamin softly explores the origins, cultivation, and unique qualities of Shine Muscat grapes, offering something interesting to learn while your body unwinds. His steady, soothing cadence creates a relaxing atmosphere with calm, fact-filled storytelling designed to reduce stress and quiet anxious thoughts. If insomnia, tension, or a busy mind keeps you awake, press play, get comfortable, and let this peaceful bedtime reading guide you gently toward sleep. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Shine Muscat, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shine_Muscat), and Grape, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grape), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:35:27

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Esalen Institute | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep

1/18/2026
Drift off with calm bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia as you gently explore the story of the Esalen Institute. This calm, bedtime reading for sleep offers a peaceful way to learn while soothing a restless mind and easing insomnia symptoms. Benjamin reads with a slow, steady, and reassuring cadence, sharing the history and philosophy of this well-known retreat center in a way that feels comforting and unhurried. There is no whispering or guided techniques here—just calm, fact-filled bedtime reading meant to relax your thoughts while you learn something new. This episode is ideal for winding down after a long day, quieting anxiety, reducing stress, and helping insomnia fade into the background. Settle in, press play, and allow gentle learning to guide you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Esalen Institute, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esalen_Institute), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:21

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Cabo San Lucas | Gentle Travel Reading for Sleep

1/15/2026
Relax with calm bedtime reading designed to support sleep and ease insomnia as you gently explore the story of Cabo San Lucas. This peaceful bedtime reading blends soothing facts with a steady rhythm to help quiet your mind, encourage sleep, and soften restless nights caused by insomnia as you unwind. In this episode, Benjamin calmly guides you through the history, geography, and cultural highlights of Cabo San Lucas within the wider Los Cabos region, offering gentle learning without stimulation. His warm, even cadence is perfect for winding down, with no whispering, just calm educational storytelling meant to relax you naturally. This episode is ideal for easing stress, lowering anxiety, and helping your body and mind settle into sleep. Press play, get comfortable, and let your thoughts drift as learning turns into rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Cabo San Lucas, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cabo_San_Lucas), and Los Cabos Municipality, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Cabos_Municipality), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:33:40

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Houseboat | Gentle Reading to Help You Sleep

1/13/2026
Relax with calm, bedtime reading that supports sleep and eases insomnia through gentle learning and soothing narration. This peaceful episode offers calm, bedtime reading for sleep, helping quiet insomnia and settle a restless mind as night falls. Tonight, we explore the simple and fascinating world of houseboats, drifting through their history, design, and everyday life on the water in a way that’s easy to follow and deeply relaxing. You’ll learn something new while listening to Benjamin’s steady, reassuring cadence—no whispering—just calm, fact-filled education meant to soften stress, anxiety, and sleeplessness. If insomnia or racing thoughts keep you awake, this gentle reading is here to keep you company until sleep naturally arrives. Press play, get comfortable, and let yourself drift off. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Houseboat, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Houseboat), and Boat, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boat), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:32:22

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Birch Trees | Gentle Bedtime Reading For Sleep

1/11/2026
Drift off with a calm bedtime reading about birch trees, designed to support sleep and ease insomnia through gentle learning. This peaceful bedtime reading blends calm facts and natural history with a soothing pace that helps quiet the mind for sleep and rest from insomnia, as Benjamin gently explores the world of birch trees—their distinctive bark, habitats, and quiet role in ecosystems—while keeping the tone slow, steady, and comforting. You can relax as you learn something new, guided by a calm, reassuring cadence that never whispers, just simple educational reading meant to soothe. This episode is ideal for listeners dealing with insomnia, stress, anxiety, or restless nights, offering a safe mental focus that encourages relaxation and drowsiness. Settle in, get comfortable, and press play as calm knowledge carries you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Birch, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birch) and Birch bark, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birch_bark), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:30:58

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Battery in Baseball | Gentle Bedtime Reading

1/8/2026
Drift off with a calm bedtime reading that gently supports sleep and helps ease insomnia through quiet learning. This calm bedtime reading is designed for sleep, offering a peaceful focus for minds affected by insomnia and restless nights. Tonight, Benjamin explores the baseball term “battery,” explaining the unique relationship between pitcher and catcher in a slow, soothing way that helps you relax while you learn. His steady cadence and fact-filled delivery create a comforting atmosphere with no whispering, just gentle education meant to quiet the mind. This episode is ideal for listeners navigating insomnia, stress, or anxiety who enjoy drifting off while absorbing something interesting. Settle in, press play, and allow the calm rhythm to guide you toward rest. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Battery (baseball), Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battery_(baseball)), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read with permission from Glossary of baseball terms, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_baseball_terms), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:37:01