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.

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Benjamin Boster

Episodes

McLaren | Can't Sleep? Learn About the British Automaker That Lives on the Racetrack 31.03.2025 40:33

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

Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Legend of Zelda Games 28.03.2025 38:30

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom — 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.fmH...

Laughter | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Science of Why Humans Find Things Funny 26.03.2025 33:19

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

Frodo | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Hobbit Who Carried the Ring 24.03.2025 31:52

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

Wool | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Fiber That Kept Humanity Warm for 10,000 Years 21.03.2025 32:46

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

Vivienne Westwood | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Queen of Punk Fashion 19.03.2025 31:32

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Vivienne Westwood — 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...

Grammar | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Rules That Make Language Possible 17.03.2025 44:20

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Grammar — 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 Origins of I Can’t Sleep 16.03.2025 9:24

Ever wondered how a soothing voice, an old app, and a Parks and Rec joke turned into a full-time sleep podcast? Neither did I—but here we are. From a homemade recording booth to nearly 350 episodes, this is the story of how I Can’t Sleep became the bedtime staple you never knew you needed. — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic Learn more about your a...

The Land of Stories | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Fairy Tale Book Series for Young Adults 14.03.2025 34:19

In this episode, Benjamin reads about The Land of Stories — 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...

Postage Stamps | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Small Labels That Made Global Communication Possible 12.03.2025 33:57

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Postage Stamps — 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...

Buttons | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Small Fastener With a Surprisingly Big History 10.03.2025 33:09

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

Samurai | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Warriors Who Defined Feudal Japan 07.03.2025 30:34

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

Columbia River | Can't Sleep? Learn About the River That Powers the Pacific Northwest 05.03.2025 31:11

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Columbia River — 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...

History of Gardens | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Human Obsession With Cultivating Nature 03.03.2025 32:28

In this episode, Benjamin reads about History of Gardens — 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...

Napping | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Science Behind the Perfect Power Nap 28.02.2025 33:42

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

Headphones | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Technology That Brought Music Into Our Heads 26.02.2025 34:22

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

Gandalf | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Wizard Who Guided the Fellowship 24.02.2025 33:58

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

Saunas | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Finnish Tradition That Has Spread Worldwide 21.02.2025 33:36

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

Pokémon GO | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Game That Made the World Go Outside 19.02.2025 35:19

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Pokémon GO — 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...

Vegemite and Umami | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Science of Savory Taste 17.02.2025 34:33

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Vegemite and Umami — 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...

Cecilia Payne | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Astronomer Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of 14.02.2025 33:21

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Cecilia Payne — 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...

Lasagna | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Ancient Italian Dish Layers Deep in History 11.02.2025 35:36

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

Sweaters | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Knitted Garment That Went From Fishermen to Fashion 09.02.2025 33:47

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

Volleyball | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Sport Invented to Be Less Intense Than Basketball 06.02.2025 37:49

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

Survivor TV Show | Can't Sleep? Learn About the Reality Show That Started It All 04.02.2025 32:11

In this episode, Benjamin reads about Survivor TV Show — 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? Reques...