Benjamin Boster

I Can’t Sleep

Health EN ↓ 554 episodes

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.

Author

Benjamin Boster

Episodes

Australia | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Island Continent Filled With Unique Wildlife 24.02.2024 43:17

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Australia — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a top...

Bats | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Only Mammals That Truly Fly 22.02.2024 42:44

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Bats — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic Le...

Grassland | Can't Sleep? Learn About the World's Most Widespread Ecosystems 20.02.2024 48:10

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Grassland — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a top...

Embroidery | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Art of Decorating Fabric With Thread 19.02.2024 41:54

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Embroidery — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a to...

Cosmic Rays | Can't Sleep? Learn About the High-Energy Particles Raining on Earth 17.02.2024 46:50

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Cosmic Rays — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a t...

Valentine’s Day | Can’t Sleep? Learn About the Holiday That Was Invented by Poets 15.02.2024 40:26

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Valentine’s Day — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request...

Yawning | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Contagious Reflex Science Still Can't Fully Explain 13.02.2024 46:42

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Yawning — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic...

The Super Bowl | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Annual Event That America Stops Everything to Watch 12.02.2024 48:48

In this episode, Benjamin reads about The Super Bowl — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request...

US Natural Gas Pipelines | Can't Sleep? Learn How Natural Gas Reaches Your Home 08.02.2024 45:10

In this episode, Benjamin reads about US Natural Gas Pipelines — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind...

Soldering | Can't Sleep? Learn How Electronics Are Joined Together 05.02.2024 48:52

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Soldering — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a top...

Snails | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Slowest Travelers in the Animal Kingdom 01.02.2024 36:58

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Snails — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic...

Mountains | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Peaks That Touch the Sky 29.01.2024 45:16

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Mountains — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a top...

Dragonflies | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Ancient Flying Predators Among Us 25.01.2024 39:26

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Dragonflies — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a t...

Harry Potter | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Boy Wizard Who Made a Generation of Readers 22.01.2024 45:02

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Harry Potter — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a...

Electrons | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Particles That Make Electricity Possible 18.01.2024 40:52

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Electrons — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a top...

Typewriters | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Machines That Preceded the Personal Computer 15.01.2024 43:34

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Typewriters — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a t...

Darts | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Bar Game With Olympic Aspirations 11.01.2024 48:56

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Darts — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic L...

HVAC | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Systems That Keep Buildings Comfortable 08.01.2024 48:08

In this episode, Benjamin reads about HVAC — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic Le...

Tempering | Can't Sleep? Learn How Chocolate Gets Its Snap 04.01.2024 45:36

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Tempering — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a top...

Taylor Swift | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Artist Who Redefined What a Pop Star Can Be 01.01.2024 55:40

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Taylor Swift — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a...

New Year’s Day | Can’t Sleep? Learn About the Holiday That Marks Time Itself 28.12.2023 38:04

In this episode, Benjamin reads about New Year’s Day — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request...

Epiphany | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Feast Day That Ends the Twelve Days of Christmas 25.12.2023 49:50

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Epiphany — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topi...

Elf | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Christmas Movie That Became a Modern Classic 21.12.2023 44:32

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Elf — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic Lea...

Orcas | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Ocean's Most Powerful Predators 18.12.2023 43:10

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Orcas — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic L...

Money | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Invention That Made Modern Civilization Possible 14.12.2023 41:04

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Money — the history, key details, and the parts most people never think to look up. It's a relaxed reading designed to give your mind something steady to follow as you wind down. No whispering, no sudden changes, just a consistent pace to help you drift off. Happy sleeping! — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic L...