Marzipan

Sleepy History

Slumber Studios

Society & Culture, Documentary, History

4.5 • 877 Ratings

🗓️ 7 December 2025

⏱️ 48 minutes

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Summary

Tonight, indulge in the sweet and surprising history of marzipan. Made from almonds and sugar, marzipan has long been a symbol of celebration, luxury, and artistry—from medieval European courts to festive confections around the world. But where did this treat originate, and how did it become so beloved across cultures? Tonight, unwrap the rich and delectable history of marzipan, as you drift into a deep, peaceful sleep. Narrated by: Jessika Gössl Written by: Jo Steer Includes mentions of: Food, Baking, Famine, Religious Traditions, Holidays, Christmas, Easter, Medicine #history #sleep #bedtime #story #baking #marzipan 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

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0:00.0	This is Sleepy History.
0:07.3	Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios.
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0:25.4	Think about cheese.
0:27.5	Make your thoughts cheesier.
0:30.0	Now add 100% chicken breast fillet,
0:32.0	Chipotle sauce and ameta cheese melt,
0:34.1	and it's giving the new cheesy chicken stack at McDonald's.
0:38.1	Did we mention it's cheesy?
0:39.6	Cheese.
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