Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
Bedtime History is a series of educational, relaxing stories for kids and families. Learn about inspirational characters such as Jackie Robinson, Sacajawea, Neil Armstrong, and Maya Angelou. Other topics include space exploration, current events, and great feats of engineering such as The Transcontinental Railroad.
Episodes
July 17, 2025 • 10 mins
The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world. Built in the 1600s by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his wife, it’s a masterpiece of white marble and Islamic architecture. This episode explores the love story, artistry, and engineering behind this iconic structure—and why the Taj Mahal still stands as a symbol of eternal love.
💵 Get a free month of Acorns Early: acornsearly.com/bedtimehi...
Mark as Played
July 14, 2025 • 7 mins
Raphael was one of the greatest painters of the Italian Renaissance. Known for his soft, balanced style and graceful figures, he created famous works like The School of Athens and beautiful portraits of the Madonna. Working in Rome, he became a favorite of popes and helped design parts of the Vatican. This episode looks at his short but brilliant life and the art that still inspires people today.
💵 Get a free month of Acorns Ea...
Mark as Played
July 10, 2025 • 9 mins
In the mid-20th century, the United States and the Soviet Union competed to control the future of space. This was the Space Race—an intense rivalry that led to amazing scientific advances, including the first satellite, the first human in space, and the Apollo 11 moon landing. This episode explores how politics, fear, and ambition launched humanity into space—and why the Space Race changed the world forever.
💵 Get a free month ...
Mark as Played
July 6, 2025 • 9 mins
Amelia Edwards was a 19th-century British writer, traveler, and pioneering Egyptologist. After a trip to Egypt changed her life, she dedicated herself to preserving ancient monuments and studying the history of the Nile. Her work helped spark global interest in ancient Egypt and led to the founding of the Egypt Exploration Fund. This episode explores how Edwards combined her love of storytelling and science to leave a lasting legac...
Mark as Played
July 4, 2025 • 7 mins
On the night of December 25, 1776, General George Washington led a daring and risky crossing of the icy Delaware River during the American Revolution. Facing defeat and low morale, Washington’s surprise attack on Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey, became a turning point in the war. With harsh winter weather, dangerous river conditions, and exhausted troops, the crossing was a bold gamble—and it worked. This episode explores the...
Mark as Played
July 3, 2025 • 6 mins
Cowboys are often shown in movies, but what was their real life like? Find out what cowboys did every day, where they worked, and how they became symbols of adventure and the American West.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
July 1, 2025 • 6 mins
While the American Revolution is often told through the actions of soldiers and founding fathers, women played vital and often overlooked roles in the fight for independence. From spies and messengers to nurses, fundraisers, and even battlefield participants, women supported the cause in powerful ways. Figures like Deborah Sampson, who disguised herself as a soldier, and Molly Pitcher, who brought water to troops under fire, showed...
Mark as Played
June 30, 2025 • 10 mins
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari!
In each episode, we’ll journey to a different corner of the world where we’ll learn about he ecosystems, animals, cultures, and the fascinating history that makes each place unique.
Don't worry about Bedtime History, it will keep releasing weekly. But if you enjoy Bedtime History, I think you’re going to love Bedtime Safari!
Click here...
Mark as Played
June 30, 2025 • 8 mins
LeBron James is one of the greatest basketball players of all time—but his story goes way beyond the court. From growing up in Akron, Ohio, to winning championships and starting schools, LeBron has used his talent and voice to make a big impact. In this episode, we’ll follow his journey, learn what makes him a leader, and see how hard work and heart helped him rise to the top.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺...
Mark as Played
June 26, 2025 • 5 mins
Long ago, King Hammurabi of Babylon wrote down a set of laws to keep order in his kingdom. Some were fair, others surprising! Travel back 4,000 years to learn what people thought was right and wrong back then.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 23, 2025 • 9 mins
Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison for standing up to unfair laws in South Africa. When he was finally free, he helped bring peace to a divided country. Hear how one man’s bravery helped change the world.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 16, 2025 • 8 mins
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and a powerful moment in American history. On June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free. That day became known as Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth.” Families and communities began celebrating with music, food, and joy. Today, Juneteenth is a national holiday that honors the end of slavery and reminds us to keep w...
Mark as Played
June 16, 2025 • 8 mins
Picasso didn’t just paint—he changed how people saw the world. From strange shapes to powerful pictures, discover how he used art to express ideas and feelings in bold, new ways.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 12, 2025 • 5 mins
Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote about her life in a log cabin on the American frontier. In this episode, step into her world of prairie life, hard work, and adventure, and learn how her stories became classics.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 12, 2025 • 5 mins
For millions of immigrants, Ellis Island was the first stop on their journey to a new life in America. Explore what they experienced, why they came, and how Ellis Island helped shape the country we know today.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 10, 2025 • 9 mins
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari!
In each episode, we’ll journey to a different corner of the world where we’ll learn about he ecosystems, animals, cultures, and the fascinating history that makes each place unique.
Don't worry about Bedtime History, it will keep releasing weekly. But if you enjoy Bedtime History, I think you’re going to love Bedtime Safari!
Click here...
Mark as Played
June 9, 2025 • 8 mins
Ludwig van Beethoven wrote some of the most famous music in the world—even after he went deaf. Hear the story of this determined composer who never gave up on his passion, and why his music is still played today.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 5, 2025 • 7 mins
From towering stone walls to secret passages, castles are full of surprises! Find out why people built them, how they defended them, and what life was like inside during the Middle Ages.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
June 2, 2025 • 9 mins
Caitlin Clark is changing the game of women’s basketball with record-breaking shots and fearless leadership. In this episode, hear how she rose from a high school star to a college basketball icon, inspiring fans everywhere.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
May 29, 2025 • 6 mins
Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that’s all about skill, strategy, and using your opponent’s moves against them. Learn where it came from, how it works, and why it’s become one of the most popular martial arts in the world today.
🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari!
📺 YouTube
👍 Facebook | Instagram
🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"
Share your thoughts here:
https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7
Mark as Played
Popular Podcasts
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.
Latino USA is the longest-running news and culture radio program in the U.S. centering Latino stories, hosted by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Maria Hinojosa Every week, the Peabody winning team brings you revealing, in-depth stories about what’s in the hearts and minds of Latinos and their impact on the world. Want to support our independent journalism? Join Futuro+ for exclusive episodes, sneak peaks and behind-the-scenes chisme on Latino USA and all our podcasts. www.futuromediagroup.org/joinplus