The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast

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English Alternative Health Health & Fitness History Places & Travel Society & Culture

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Episodes 42

Avg. Duration 29m

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Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (3)

Since Mar 2025

Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

66%

Hosting

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About This Podcast

Drift into a peaceful slumber with The Restful Record, the perfect blend of history, fascinating true stories, and calming narration designed to help you relax and unwind. Each episode takes you on a slow, soothing journey—exploring intriguing events, remarkable places, interesting true stories and little-known facts—all accompanied by gentle background music to ease your mind. Whether you’re looking to fall asleep, de-stress, or simply enjoy a moment of quiet curiosity, this podcast is your nightly escape into tranquility.

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Recent Episodes

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E13: The Quantum Realm

Jun 07, 2026 33m

In this episode of The Restful Record, we explore the quantum realm—a hidden universe where particles exist in multiple states at once, observation appears to influence outcomes, and reality itself…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E13: Forensics

May 07, 2026 26m Transcript

his episode explores the fascinating—and often unsettling—world of forensic science, where even the smallest trace can uncover the truth behind death, murder, and criminal investigations. ⚠️ Listener…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E12: Criminology

Apr 22, 2026 29m

Step into the world of criminology in this thought-provoking episode of The Restful Record. Beginning with a striking real-life study from 1961, this episode explores how something as simple as a…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E11: Law

Apr 10, 2026 28m

What really happened in the infamous Liebeck v. McDonald's Restaurants case—and why has it been so widely misunderstood?In this episode of The Restful Record, we move beyond headlines and into the…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E 10: Conflict and Peace Studies

Mar 04, 2026 39m

In this episode of the Restful Record, we explore Conflict and Peace Studies through the lived realities of war, identity, escalation, and reconciliation. We examine the causes of war and the…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E9: Linguistics

Feb 18, 2026 20m Transcript

In this episode of The Restful Record, we explore the science of linguistics, beginning with the haunting case of a 19th-century patient studied by Paul Broca whose loss of speech revealed that…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E8: Geopolitics

Feb 05, 2026 26m Transcript

In this episode of The Restful Record, we explore geopolitics — the study of how geography shapes power, conflict, and cooperation between states. Using real-world examples drawn from history and…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E7: Journalism

Jan 21, 2026 24m Transcript

What is journalism—and why does it still matter in an age of propaganda, misinformation, and power?On tonight’s episode of The Restful Record, we take a deep, reflective journey into the history,…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E6: Artificial Intelligence past, present and future

Jan 07, 2026 26m Transcript

What happens when machines don’t just calculate—but surprise us?In this calming yet thought-provoking episode of The Restful Record, we explore the past, present, and possible futures of artificial…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E5: Astronomy

Nov 26, 2025 24m

In this soothing episode of The Restful Record, we explore the fascinating world of astronomy — from stars and galaxies to black holes, planetary motion, and the physics that shape our…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E4: Economics

Nov 13, 2025 19m

In this relaxing episode of The Restful Record, we dive into the fascinating world of economics—from John Maynard Keynes and Adam Smith to Yuval Noah Harari’s reflections on how humans ascribe value,…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E3: Public Health

Oct 30, 2025 29m

In this episode of Restful Record, we journey through the fascinating world of public health — exploring how science, policy, and community action come together to protect populations worldwide. From…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E2: Psychology

Oct 16, 2025 31m

In this episode of The Restful Record: University 101, we explore the captivating world of psychology—the science of the mind and behavior. From Freud’s early theories of the unconscious to the rise…

The Restful Record Sleep Podcast S2 E1: Anthropology

Oct 02, 2025 33m Transcript

In this first episode of The Restful Record Season 2, we explore the fascinating world of anthropology. From the discovery of Lucy and the evolution of early humans like Homo habilis and Homo…

The Restful Record: A Sleep Podcast S1 E27 History of Baghdad, Iraq

Sep 22, 2025 33m Transcript

In this calming episode of The Restful Record, we journey through the long and layered history of Baghdad, one of the world’s most storied cities. Once the dazzling capital of the Abbasid Caliphate…

The Restful Record: A Sleep Podcast S1 E26 History of Mumbai, India

Sep 01, 2025 21m

On tonight's episode of The Restful Record, Unwind beneath the rhythmic pulse of Mumbai, India — a city where ancient traditions meet modern energy. Through soft storytelling, calming breathwork, and…

The Restful Record: A Sleep Podcast S1 E25 History of Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Aug 04, 2025 38m Transcript

In this episode of The Restful Record, we explore the layered history and lush geography of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Settle in as we drift through the city's ancient origins—its rich floodplains,…

The Restful Record: A Sleep Podcast S1 E24 History of: Hanoi, Vietnam

Jul 20, 2025 30m Transcript

Drift into a deep, restorative sleep with tonight’s journey to Hanoi, Vietnam — a city of misty lakes, ancient temples, and thousand year-old history. In this calming episode of The Restful Record,…

The Restful Record: A Sleep Podcast S1 E23 History of New York City, United States of America

Jul 16, 2025 40m Transcript

On tonight's episode of The Restful Record, we dive into the diverse history of New York City - first home to the Lenape people who hunted and gathered on its plentiful waterways and forests, then…

The Restful Record: A Sleep Podcast S1 E22 History of London, United Kingdom

Jun 28, 2025 26m Transcript

In tonight's episode of The Restful Record, step back in time as we explore the captivating and complex history of London, a city forged by empire, survival, and reinvention. From its Roman…

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How many episodes does The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast have?

The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast has published 42 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Alternative Health, Health & Fitness.

Is The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast still active?

The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 29m.