Benjamin Boster

I Can’t Sleep

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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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Benjamin Boster

Episodes

F1 the Movie | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Movie That Brought F1 to Hollywood 25.07.2025 34:01

In this episode, Benjamin reads about F1 the Movie — 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...

Jellyfish (Remastered) | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Ocean's Ancient Boneless Creatures 23.07.2025 32:46

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Jellyfish — 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...

Policy Governance | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Framework That Defines How Boards Lead 21.07.2025 42:05

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Policy Governance — 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? Reque...

Clarinet | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Woodwind Instrument That Shaped Jazz 18.07.2025 36:08

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Clarinet — 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...

Area 51 (Remastered) | Can't Sleep? Learn About the World's Most Famous Secret Base 16.07.2025 41:38

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Area 51 — 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...

Georg von Trapp | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Real Man Behind The Sound of Music 14.07.2025 43:59

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Georg von Trapp — 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...

Birthday | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Universal Celebration of Having Made It Another Year 11.07.2025 32:56

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Birthday — 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...

CERN | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Particle Accelerator Searching for the Secrets of the Universe 09.07.2025 33:00

In this episode, Benjamin reads about CERN — 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: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Have a topic in mind? https://w...

Galaxies (Remastered) | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Giant Islands of Stars in Space 07.07.2025 1:03:43

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Galaxies — 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: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Have a topic in mind? https...

Chicago L | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Elevated Railway That Defines Chicago 04.07.2025 37:58

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Chicago L — 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: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Have a topic in mind? http...

Norse Mythology | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Gods and Legends of the Vikings 02.07.2025 34:19

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Norse Mythology — 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...

Dr Pepper | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Oldest Major Soft Drink in America 30.06.2025 38:33

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Dr Pepper — 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...

Geoglyphs | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Giant Earth Drawings That Can Only Be Seen From the Air 27.06.2025 36:01

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Geoglyphs — 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...

Surfing | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Ancient Hawaiian Practice That Became a Global Sport 25.06.2025 33:25

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Surfing — 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: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Have a topic in mind? https:...

Homeostasis | Can't Sleep? Learn How Your Body Stays Balanced 23.06.2025 34:07

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Homeostasis — 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: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Have a topic in mind? ht...

Quality Management Systems | Can't Sleep? Learn About How Organizations Ensure Consistent Quality 20.06.2025 37:57

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Quality Management Systems — 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: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/Have a to...

Edinburgh Scotland | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Historic Scottish Capital 18.06.2025 34:55

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Edinburgh Scotland — 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? Requ...

Steampunk | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Aesthetic That Imagines a Victorian Future 16.06.2025 32:54

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Steampunk — 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...

Innovation | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Mysterious Force That Drives Human Progress 13.06.2025 38:22

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Innovation — 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...

Neutron Stars | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Densest Objects in the Universe 11.06.2025 35:29

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Neutron Stars — 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 Zealand Fairy Tern | Can't Sleep? Learn About New Zealand's Rarest Seabird 09.06.2025 34:28

In this episode, Benjamin reads about New Zealand Fairy Tern — 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?...

Swamps and Wetlands | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Ecosystems That Filter Our Water 06.06.2025 31:30

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Swamps and Wetlands — 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? Req...

Chess | Can't Sleep? Learn About the 1,500-Year-Old Game of Strategy 04.06.2025 32:39

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Chess — 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...

Glass | Can't Sleep? Learn About the 3,500-Year History of Glass 02.06.2025 32:59

Tonight, we quietly explore the mesmerizing world of glass—from ancient volcanic obsidian to the delicate artistry of modern glassblowing. We'll drift through thousands of years of human ingenuity, discovering how sand transforms into windows, vessels, and works of art that have shaped civilizations. Benjamin Boster gently guides us through the peaceful science of melting, cooling, and crafting th...

Terrariums | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Glass Gardens That Bring Nature Indoors 30.05.2025 36:22

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Terrariums — 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...