Catherine the Great

Sleepy History

Slumber Studios

Society & Culture, Documentary, History

4.5 • 877 Ratings

🗓️ 9 November 2025

⏱️ 48 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Drift off to sleep with the remarkable life of Catherine the Great in this relaxing bedtime history story. From a young German princess to one of Russia’s most powerful and enlightened rulers, Catherine’s reign was marked by ambition, intelligence, and sweeping reform. But who was the woman behind the crown, and how did she leave such a lasting legacy? Tonight, travel back to the grandeur of imperial Russia, as we explore the fascinating story of Catherine the Great, gently guiding you into a deep and restful sleep. Narrated by: Jessika Gössl Written by: Alicia Steffann Includes mentions of: Religious Traditions, Death, Disease, Vaccines, Marriage, Childbirth, Military History #history #sleep #bedtime #story #russianhistory #catherinethegreat About Sleepy History Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep. Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠slumberstudios.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.slumberstudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0	This is Sleepy History.
0:07.3	Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios.
0:12.0	To listen ad-free, get access to bonus episodes,
0:16.3	and support the ongoing production of this show.
0:20.0	Check out our premium feed.
0:25.7	Let's hear from the Chancellor, Jeffrey.
0:28.0	From the Chancellor, Nigel.
0:29.7	Chancellor John Norman, Kenneth, Gordon,
0:32.1	Alastair, George, Philip, Sajid, Rishi, Nadine, Quasi, Jeremy.
0:35.9	And now Rachel Another year
0:38.1	Another budget
0:39.4	Over the past 40 years
0:41.6	We've seen it all
0:42.8	Our experts will continue to filter through the noise
0:45.8	and uncertainty
0:46.7	Helping you make the most of your tax allowances
0:49.4	Hargreys lands down
0:50.8	Helping Britain invest through it all
0:53.1	Capital at risk tax rules applying can change.
0:56.0	Skybet, Acker Freeze.
0:59.0	If an absolute screamer or a howler from their keeper has put you in front,
1:05.0	don't let a lively winger on a mazie runs or your bet.
	...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Previous episode | Next episode

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Slumber Studios, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Slumber Studios and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.