Get Sleepy History

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Get Sleepy History is a history podcast designed to... well... help you fall asleep ZZZ. Whether you are a history buff or just curious, this show appeals to everyone. It’s accessible, well-produced, and covers such a wide range of topics that there is something for every listener. No ads in the middle to wake you — just one quick ad at the start, then uninterrupted, sleepy history until you doze off.

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How Genghis Khan Engineered Military Efficiency 14.12.2025 5:29

In this episode, we look at the structure and organization behind Mongol forces. We explore how these systems created unmatched battlefield performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Salamis: Greece's Strategic Masterstroke 13.12.2025 4:36

In this episode, we unpack the clever planning that drew Persia into a trap. We show how this strategic win changed the war’s outcome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spartacus Builds a Rebel Army 12.12.2025 4:25

In this episode, we explore how an unlikely coalition formed under Spartacus. In this episode, we analyze how it threatened Roman control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Caesar’s Legions Ended the Republic 11.12.2025 5:23

In this episode, we analyze why the loyalty of Rome’s armies shifted from state to general. In this episode, we show how that shift accelerated the Republic’s end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thermopylae: The Spartan-Led Resistance 10.12.2025 5:55

In this episode, we highlight the coalition that fought alongside the Spartans. We discuss how their combined effort shaped the battle’s legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexander’s Three-Continent Empire Surge 09.12.2025 5:27

In this episode, we look at how Alexander expanded his reach across vast territories with remarkable speed. We highlight the decisive maneuvers that drove his momentum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hannibal’s Cannae Victory That Terrified Rome 08.12.2025 4:39

In this episode, we explain how the outcome of Cannae sent shockwaves through the Republic. We analyze what made the defeat so fear-inducing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Building Rome’s Elite Fighting Machine 07.12.2025 5:34

In this episode, we break down the steps Rome took to create elite soldiers. We explore the systems that kept its forces strong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul the Apostle: Rise of a Missionary 07.12.2025 33:32

Journey back to the first century in Paul the Apostle: Rise of a Missionary . This immersive series tracks the radical transformation of Saul of Tarsus—from a violent persecutor of Christians to their greatest advocate. Follow his perilous expeditions across the Roman Empire, braving shipwrecks, riots, and imprisonment to spread a controversial new faith. Through dramatic storytelling and expert i...