Our National Parks, by John Muir, Part 3
Let's continue our relaxing hike through Yellowstone National Park, marvel at geysers and hot springs, imagine prehistoric forests, and appreciate the beauty off the beaten path. Dreamy! Help us sta...
28 Aug 202352min
The Book of Household Management, by Mrs. Isabella Beeton, Part 10 - Soups and More Soups
Let's learn more from Mrs. Beeton about vegetable soups and their ingredients, all of which will be ruined by hours-long boiling. Also, the Prince of Wales is honored with tiny turnip balls. Help us...
21 Aug 202352min
The Hive and the Honey-Bee, by Rev. L.L. Langstroth, Part 3
Tonight, let's relax with more from the fascinating world of bees and learn all about murderous queens, busy workers, growing larvae, and lazy drones. It's all sweet honey for your sleepy mind. Help...
14 Aug 202354min
Mount Everest, the Reconnaissance of 1921, Part 3
Let's continue our sleepy sojourn to Everest and enjoy the flowers of Tibet, pursue timid gazelles, visit monasteries, endure a mutiny and a tragedy, and fire some drunken cooks. Adventurous! Help u...
7 Aug 20231h
Ecclesiastical History of Britain, by The Venerable Bede, Part 1
Let's relax with the spread of Christianity in Britain, penned by a saint who was actually there. But first, a preface, an intro, and a biography of the blessed Bede! We do get to the history eventual...
31 Jul 202358min
Hand-book on Cheesemaking, by George Newell, Part 1
Let's relax and sleep to more 19th-century know-how, and learn how to set up a cheese factory, get milk to curdle, and appreciate our buddy, lactic acid. Help us stay ad-free and 100% listener-suppo...
24 Jul 202353min
Our 250th Episode! Sears Roebuck and Co. Modern Homes Catalog, Part 1
Let's take a relaxing shop through some of Sears' lesser-known offerings—houses! From Craftsmans to cottages or an entire apartment building, it can all be delivered to you, guaranteed. Help us stay...
17 Jul 202352min
The Natural History of Pliny the Elder, Part 2
Let's return to Pliny's relaxing opus and learn about the seasons, planting schedules, and the best time to buy a winter cloak so you don't get price gouged. It's all written in the stars! Help us s...
10 Jul 202352min
