Alchemy & Newton’s Secret Obsession — Part II

Welcome to Sleepytime History — true stories from the pages of history for a full night's rest.Tonight we drift gently into the long, fascinating story of alchemy and the Philosopher’s Stone, a tranquil history journey that blends history legends, early science, and the greatest minds in history into a soothing narrative designed to help you unwind with history. This audiobook-style exploration of the history of alchemy follows the dream of gold transmutation, the search for longevity, and the origins of early chemistry, all told as history for serenity and harmony. Whether you enjoy audiobooks for relaxation, audio books for quiet background listening, or history to soothe the mind before sleep, this calm retelling of the hermetic tradition, medieval alchemists, Paracelsus alchemy ideas, Isaac Newton alchemy curiosity, and the enduring philosophers stone legend is crafted to help you get sleepy while still learning something meaningful. Think of it as history for sleep, tranquil history that turns complex ideas into a peaceful story — perfect if you love audiobooks, unwind with history content, or simply want a gentle historical companion at bedtime.Let this quiet story of endurance and devotion guide you into a restful night’s sleep.If you're new here, share where you're tuning in from or request a story for a future bedtime episode. And if you enjoy these peaceful history stories, please like and subscribe — it helps us continue sharing calm, true tales from the past.Chapters:00:00:00 - Part Two: Origins of Alchemy & The Philosopher’s Stone00:42:47 - Part One: Origins of Alchemy & The Philosopher’s Stone01:38:01 - Sir Hubert Wilkins’ Doomed Expedition Beneath The Arctic02:28:03 - Mark Twain: American Patriot and Its Fiercest Critic03:24:21 - Joan of Arc: Child, Military Commander, “Heretic”?04:13:28 - Pompeii: Buried, Lost, and Nearly Forgotten04:52:47 - Mutiny on the Bounty & Captain Bligh’s Impossible Story of Survival05:33:17 - The Lost 300-Foot Underground City of Derinkuyu06:21:27 - The Druids: Ancient Sorcerers or Masters of Natural Science?07:05:00 - True Story Behind "The Revenant" & Hugh Glass' Unbelievable Survival (Holiday Re-Release)07:47:39 - Alexander Selkirk: The Real Robinson Crusoe (Holiday Re-Release)Watch on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0KP99A1YtXj7wsHgAd7ukm⁠For early access to new episodes and ad-free listening, join us on Patreon — https://www.patreon.com/SleepytimeHistoryOr Buy Us a Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/sleepytimehistory