I Can’t Sleep
Episodes
Rick & Morty
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the TV series Rick & Morty. I've always found it fascinating to learn a...
Fog
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about fog. I grew up near a river and remember foggy days throughout the year...
Caves
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about caves. One of the fascinating aspects of this topic is that some people...
Rosetta Stone
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the Rosetta Stone. This episode explores the rich history of where th...
Andromeda Galaxy
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the Andromeda galaxy. It would be so cool to visit another galaxy and p...
Percy Jackson
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about Percy Jackson. Percy, the son of Poseidon, embarks on thrilling adventures ...
Stream
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about streams. I initially thought this topic would be straightforward, but I...
Interstellar Medium
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off to sleep while learning about the interstellar medium. Discover the fascinating, yet complex...
Crystal
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about the fascinating world of crystals. Before reading this article, I hadn’...
Chicken
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about chickens. We had chickens growing up and would feed them and collect eg...
Glacier
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about glaciers. These slow-moving mammoth ice structures are pretty sleep-ind...
Baking
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about baking. The smell of homemade bread is probably my favorite in the en...
Tide
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about tides. We've learned so much about how tides work over the centuries, y...
RAM 1500 (DT)
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the RAM 1500 (DT). I don't know what the DT stands for, but now I want ...
Sand Dunes
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Immerse yourself in the peaceful world of dunes, where the wind dances across vast stretches of sand, creating ever-changing landscapes. In this episo...
Ducks
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about ducks. We cover everything you need to know about ducks—from their d...
History of Sugar
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the history of sugar. While I learned several things about the origins ...
Aurora
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about auroras. I've avoided this topic for a long time because of how diffic...
Coral Reef
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about coral reefs. Did you know that coral reefs are part of the same class a...
Balloon
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about balloons. Learn how these colorful floating wonders evolved from simpl...
K-Pop
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, learn about the global phenomenon known as K-pop. Originating in South Korea, K-pop is a genre of popu...
Adventure Time
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, explore the whimsical world of Adventure Time. This beloved animated series, created by Pendleton Ward...
Fox
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about foxes. All I can recall from this article is that there are many types of...
Deep Sea
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the deep sea. I love that we are learning more and more about the dept...
Skateboarding
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about skateboarding. Skateboarding, a popular recreational activity and spor...
Bulgaria
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Bulgaria. We explore the history, culture, and geography of this fascin...
Clothing
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered about the history of clothing but never had the time to explore? Join me in this relaxing episode as we journey through the evolution of...
Magnesium
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Magnesium is a fascinating mineral that’s essential to human health, and yet most of us know very little about it. In this episode, we’ll explore ...
Sephiroth
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Sephiroth from Final Fantasy VII. Known as one of the most complex and...
Map
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off as we delve into the world of maps. We'll cover the basics of cartography, touching on the his...
Sokka
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Sokka from Avatar: The Last Airbender. This hilarious, non-bending ch...
Premier League
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the Premier League in soccer. Don't get too excited about this one. Al...
Long-term Potentiation
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about long-term potentiation. I read every word in this recording and still h...
New Daytime Podcast: I Can’t Relax
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this BONUS episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, I’m excited to introduce my new daytime podcast, I Can’t Relax, designed to help you during ...
USB
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about USB. I’m usually fascinated by technology and thought this might be...
Comet
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about comets. Surprisingly, comets are less reflective than asphalt, making ...
Whale Shark
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about whale sharks. These beautiful creatures have been on my I'm-totally-no...
Penguin
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about penguins. Did you know that penguins are not found in the arctic? What...
Candy
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can’t Sleep Podcast, drift off to sleep while learning about candy. My favorite road trip candy is a big bag of Kit Kats. T...
User Experience
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the “I Can’t Sleep” podcast, fall asleep while learning about user experience. I’ve spent years of my professional life wor...
Hockey
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the “I Can’t Sleep Podcast,” fall asleep while learning about hockey. One of the most intriguing things I discovered is a var...
Kaladin
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about a character from the Stormlight Archive named Kaladin. He's a primary ...
Motorcycle
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about motorcycles. I often take for granted the advanced motorcycles we have to...
MRI
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about magnetic resonance imaging machines. There's a lot of science in this ...
State of Matter
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about states of matter. How many are there? I'm curious to see what you find...
Rainbow
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about rainbows. I was fascinated by the new insights I gained from this arti...
Algorithm
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about algorithms. I get pretty excited about narrowing down problems to their...
Area 51
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Area 51. I'm not going to lie, I thought there was going to be a lot m...
Analysis
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about analysis. You might be thinking at this point, "Wow, Benjamin! What's u...
Jeans
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about jeans. Who knew that jeans had such an interesting history? I sure did...
Rammed Earth
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about rammed earth. This building style has fascinated me for a few years be...
Egyptian Hieroglyphs
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Egyptian hieroglyphs. While I find just about everything Egyptian to b...
Cubit
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about cubits. I figured learning about the ancient way in which we have lear...
Dark Matter
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to sleep? In this episode, Benjamin Boster explores dark matter—what it is, how we detect it, and why it’s essential to understanding t...
King Arthur
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about King Arthur. Was he a real historical figure, or was he made up? Will y...
Cake
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about cake. This episode also contains bonus material about various confecti...
Lawn Mower
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about lawn mowers. There was once a lawn mower that took a couple of hours to...
Monopoly (game)
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the Monopoly board game. This classic game has an interesting origin s...
Ancient Olympic Games
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about the ancient olympic games. These games have an interesting origin stor...
Bridge
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about bridges. I'll admit that I mostly think of those bridge games you can ...
Atom
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about atoms. Atoms were given this name because we used to think they were i...
Philodendron
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about philodendron. While this plant may have interesting, unique features c...
Aang
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about Aang from the Avatar: The Last Airbender series. I really enjoy this series a...
Canada
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Canada. I thought for sure I'd learn a lot of fun facts about Canada b...
Hypothesis
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about hypotheses. Wait, is that too science-y for you? Well, don't worry; I ...
Wrexham
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about Wrexham. This little town has been around for a long time and is quite ...
Linen
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about linen. I don't think I've ever owned a piece of linen clothing, but it ...
Parrot
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about parrots. These vibrantly colorful birds sound marvelous to interact with, bu...
Fossil
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about fossils. These relics give us a glimpse into what life was like million...
Tornado
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the science behind tornadoes in this relaxing episode of I Can’t Sleep. Host Benjamin Boster calmly walks through how they form, how we trac...
Katara
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about Katara. Katara is a character from the series Avatar: The Last Airbender and...
Health Hacks with Mark Hyman, M.D.
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode Alert! In this special episode, we're excited to introduce you to a fantastic new podcast, "Health Hacks," with Dr. Mark Hyman. An OpenM...
Dance
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about dance. You might be thinking, "Hey, this topic is too energetic for me to get...
Theory
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What makes something a theory? Why aren’t theories just guesses? Fall asleep to this bedtime-friendly exploration of the scientific method, narrated...
Neuron
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off while learning about neurons. This high-brow, sciencey article is perfect for quieting any tho...
Felt
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about felt. Who knew there were so many uses for felt?! It is commonly used i...
Galileo Galilei
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, learn about Galileo Galilei and his groundbreaking discovery that the Earth revolves around the Sun. Dri...
Homing Pigeon
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about homing pigeons. Yeah, I'm so bored with thinking about writing something abo...
Gemstone
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about gemstones. I've never been one for gemstones or jewelry, but now that I've l...
Cicada
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, drift off to sleep while learning about cicadas. Sure, they might not be the most captivating insects, b...
Mario
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the "I Can't Sleep Podcast," drift off while discovering fascinating facts about Mario. I'll be honest—I thoroughly enjoyed recor...
Curling
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about curling. This now olympic sport has many interesting rules and strategies th...
Linux
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about Linux. While I learned a lot more about this computer operating system than ...
Electricity
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about electricity. The harnessing of electricity has changed everything about how ...
Chocolate
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about chocolate. You know, the food that used to be considered currency in South Am...
Ballet
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 'I Can't Sleep Podcast,' drift off while exploring the world of ballet. This magnificent art form is a feast for the eyes, yet ...
Common Sunflower
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 'I Can't Sleep Podcast,' drift off while learning about the common sunflower. Though considered weeds where I grew up, these ra...
Rainforest
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fall asleep to the calming details of rainforests, from biodiversity to global impact. Host Benjamin Boster reads this quiet, fact-filled episode on n...
Bioluminescence
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about bioluminescence. I think it's pretty cool that animals and insects have the ...
Crochet
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about crochet. While you can make a lot of wonderful handmade items with this tech...
Automated Teller Machine (ATM)
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about Automated Teller Machines (ATM). I'm always fascinated by learning how thing...
The Lord of the Rings
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep while learning about The Lord of the Rings. Although it stands as one of the greatest in its...
Corvidae
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about corvidae. What are corvidae? Well, you obviously have to listen to the episo...
Spacetime
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about spacetime. For a moment there I was optimistic that I was going to understan...
Synthesizer
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about synthesizers. There's so much to learn about the epic history of synthesizer...
Bald Eagle
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about bald eagles. These regal and majestic birds look beautiful perched on a tree...
Scientific Method
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about the scientific method. Just imagine your teacher or professor at the front o...
Beard
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about beards. Using your beard as a food catcher is more gross than boring. Good t...
Thought
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about thoughts. You're probably thinking that your thoughts are too interesting an...
Seahorse
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the I Can't Sleep Podcast, fall asleep learning about seahorses. Sure, they look cool on National Geographic and other nature docum...