In this deeply calming bedtime story, we take a slow, soothing journey back to the curious summer of 1518, when dozens of people in Strasbourg began dancing — and could not stop. Known today as the Dancing Plague, this real historical event unfolds in our story as a meditative, sensory-rich tale filled with quiet cobbled streets, soft cathedral bells, flickering candlelight, and the rhythmic mystery of a dance that seemed to rise from nowhere.

This episode of Sleepy Journeys Through History is designed to lull you into peaceful slumber while gently exploring a remarkable historical phenomenon. Perfect for bedtime, or whenever you need a moment of quiet reflection and rest.

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Highlights of the episode:

• A gentle walk through 16th-century Strasbourg
• A soothing reimagining of the first dancer, Frau Troffea
• Calming depictions of medieval market life and countryside
• Thoughtful exploration of historical beliefs and remedies
• Soft reflections on how the Dancing Plague is remembered today
• A peaceful wind-down into stillness and sleep

🛌 Perfect for:

• Bedtime listening
• Fans of bedtime stories for adults
• People managing insomnia, stress, or racing thoughts

Put on your headphones, get cozy, and let the story lull you into peaceful rest. 💫

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Explore our other Sleepy Journey shows:

📜 Through History – Explore our dreamy past

🧚 Through Fairytales – Classic tales told with a soothing touch

🎶 Through Music History – Relax with stories behind legendary musicians

👑 Through Famous Figures – A gentle look into inspiring lives

🐉 Through Myths & Folklore – Legends and tales, told softly

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In this gentle, meditative episode of Sleepy Journeys Through Famous Figures, we drift through the secret life of Marilyn Monroe.

Known to the world as a glamorous icon, Marilyn also carried a deeply human story — one marked by longing, vulnerability, and quiet strength.

This soothing bedtime story invites you into the hushed spaces of her life: her private relationships, quiet rituals, mental health journey, and the lingering mysteries surrounding her final days.

Told in a slow, calming tone, this episode is designed to lull you into restful sleep while honoring the tender complexity of Marilyn’s story. From her early years to the quiet rooms of Brentwood, you’ll gently follow her journey behind the spotlight, where handwritten notes, soft routines, and whispered truths remain.

Highlights of the episode:

• A peaceful look into Marilyn’s early life and emotional world
• Her quiet routines and bedtime rituals
• Her relationships with Joe DiMaggio, Arthur Miller, and the Kennedy family
• Her therapy sessions, struggles with insomnia, and gentle search for peace
• A soft, respectful walk through the circumstances of her final night
• The enduring echo of her legacy in culture and memory

🛌 Perfect for:

• Bedtime listening
• Fans of bedtime stories for adults
• People managing insomnia, stress, or racing thoughts

Put on your headphones, get cozy, and let the story lull you into peaceful rest. 💫

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Explore our other Sleepy Journey shows:

📜 Through History – Explore our dreamy past

🧚 Through Fairytales – Classic tales told with a soothing touch

🎶 Through Music History – Relax with stories behind legendary musicians

👑 Through Famous Figures – A gentle look into inspiring lives

🐉 Through Myths & Folklore – Legends and tales, told softly

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Connect with us:

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepyjourneys

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Drift into a peaceful slumber as we explore the quiet, unfolding story of The Black Death — a gentle journey through one of history’s most mysterious and far-reaching events.

This soothing bedtime episode guides you through the origins, spread, and lasting effects of the 14th-century plague, with meditative pacing and calming storytelling.

Perfect for winding down, this sleep podcast blends history with tranquility, offering thoughtful insight into how the plague reshaped communities, belief systems, medicine, and the human spirit.

Whether you're managing stress, easing insomnia, or simply seeking a soft voice to carry you off to sleep, you're in the right place.

🌟 Highlights of the episode:

• The quiet beginnings of the plague in Central Asia
• The slow arrival into European ports
• Symptoms and forms of the illness, described gently
• Medieval medical beliefs, apothecaries, and ritual healing
• Spiritual and emotional reactions of towns and individuals
• The long-term legacy — from labor shifts to art and thought

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🛌 Perfect for:

• Bedtime listening
• Fans of bedtime stories for adults
• People managing insomnia, stress, or racing thoughts

Put on your headphones, get cozy, and let the story lull you into peaceful rest. 💫

________________________________________

Explore our other Sleepy Journey shows:

📜 Through History – Explore our dreamy past

🧚 Through Fairytales – Classic tales told with a soothing touch

🎶 Through Music History – Relax with stories behind legendary musicians

👑 Through Famous Figures – A gentle look into inspiring lives

🐉 Through Myths & Folklore – Legends and tales, told softly

________________________________________

Connect with us:

Website: https://www.sleepyjourneys.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepyjourneys

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepyjourneys/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepy.journeys

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sleepy-journeys/

X: https://x.com/sleepyjourneys

Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/SleepyJourneysPodcast/

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