Sleepy Business Stories

In this calming sleep podcast, we gently explore the life of Sam Walton and the steady growth of Walmart - from a single small-town store in Arkansas to one of the world’s largest retailers. Told in a soft, unhurried tone, this bedtime-friendly business story reflects on Walton’s humble beginnings, his dedication to customers, and his belief in treating employees as partners. Designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off, it’s ...

Drift off to the calming story of how Twitter quietly emerged from a failing podcast startup into a global platform that reshaped communication. This relaxing podcast episode offers a soft-spoken business case study of Jack Dorsey, Biz Stone, and their team, who turned 140 characters into a cultural force. Perfect for listeners seeking a soothing bedtime story, gentle narration, and peaceful storytelling about startups, pivots, and...

In this calming sleep podcast, we trace the patient rise of Microsoft — from a dorm room in Harvard to one of the most powerful technology companies in the world. This bedtime-friendly business story follows Bill Gates and Paul Allen as they build a quiet software empire through persistence, partnerships, and strategic decisions. Let the soft-spoken narrative guide you through decades of innovation, from BASIC to Windows to the clo...

In this relaxing bedtime podcast, we gently explore the origin story of YouTube—a platform that started with a dinner party video and evolved into a global stage for creativity. Perfect for sleep podcast listeners and fans of business storytelling, this calming story takes you behind the scenes with Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim as they build a product that changed how we share and watch video. With a soft voice and slow...

Drift off to the soothing story of Tesla, the electric car company that started as a bold startup and transformed the automotive world. In this relaxing business bedtime story, we explore Tesla’s origins, from Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning’s early vision to Elon Musk’s hands-on leadership. You'll follow the gentle arc of challenges, innovation, and quiet persistence that helped shape a new era in sustainable transportation. P...

In this calming sleep podcast, we explore the quiet beginnings of Google — a bedtime-friendly story of two Stanford students who set out to organize the world’s information. This soft-spoken business case study follows Larry Page and Sergey Brin as they build a search engine from their dorm room, resist quick exits, and shape the future of the internet. Designed to help you unwind, this relaxing podcast blends history, innovation, ...

In this relaxing business bedtime story, we explore the rise of YETI — the premium cooler company that became a billion-dollar lifestyle brand. Told in a calming, sleep-friendly tone, this episode highlights how two brothers transformed frustration into innovation, built customer trust, and stayed true to their values while growing from a garage startup to a public company. Ideal for listeners seeking a soothing way to unwind while...

In this calming sleep podcast, we explore Nvidia’s remarkable journey—from a Denny’s napkin sketch to becoming the silent force behind gaming graphics and the AI revolution. Drift off to the gentle tale of how Jensen Huang and his co-founders built Nvidia into a trillion-dollar company through vision, resilience, and innovation. Designed to soothe your mind and help you fall asleep, this bedtime business story highlights persistenc...

In this calming sleep podcast, we explore how The Joe Rogan Experience quietly grew into one of the most influential media platforms in the world. This soft-spoken business story traces Joe Rogan’s journey from stand-up comedy and martial arts to pioneering long-form podcasting. Told in a slow, soothing tone, the episode invites you to relax, reflect, and fall asleep to the story of curiosity, persistence, and authentic connection....

In this relaxing sleep podcast, we share the inspiring bedtime story of Spanx founder Sara Blakely — from selling fax machines to reshaping an industry with a pair of scissors. This calming, slow-paced business case study gently explores how persistence, creativity, and customer focus built a billion-dollar brand. Perfect for fans of soft-spoken storytelling, entrepreneurship podcasts, and anyone looking to unwind with a thoughtful...

In this calming sleep podcast, we tell the story of FedEx — from Fred Smith’s Yale paper to building a global logistics empire. This soft-spoken bedtime business story traces the challenges and triumphs behind overnight delivery, highlighting Smith’s persistence, bold vision, and operational brilliance. Designed to soothe the mind and ease insomnia, this relaxing case study blends startup grit with slow storytelling to help you unw...

In this calming bedtime podcast, we gently explore the inspiring origin of Warby Parker — a startup born from frustration with expensive glasses and a desire to make vision care more affordable. Told in a soft, sleep-friendly tone, this relaxing business case study follows four friends from business school to billion-dollar success, highlighting their commitment to innovation, social responsibility, and customer experience. Perfect...

In this relaxing sleep podcast, we explore the quiet beginnings and patient evolution of Apple — from a humble garage in Los Altos to global tech leadership. This calming bedtime story gently traces the journeys of Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, early triumphs like the Apple II, and the revolutionary impact of the iPhone. Designed to soothe the mind and help you fall asleep, this soft-spoken business case study offers a thoughtful, ...

Drift off to the soothing story of Warren Buffett, the legendary investor from Omaha, whose patient, principled approach built Berkshire Hathaway into a quiet empire. In this calming bedtime podcast for business-minded dreamers, we explore Buffett’s early life, his philosophy of value investing, and the steady transformation of a struggling textile company into a global powerhouse. Perfect for fans of relaxing podcasts, soft-spoken...

In this gentle bedtime episode, we explore the Spotify story—a calming business case study for those seeking a relaxing podcast to unwind. Discover how two Swedish entrepreneurs turned the chaos of music piracy into a global streaming revolution. Told in a soft, soothing voice, this narrative highlights the quiet persistence, startup lessons, and vision that shaped Spotify into a platform used by millions. Perfect for fans of busin...

Drift off to sleep with this gentle business case study of Patagonia, the beloved outdoor brand that redefined purpose-driven entrepreneurship. In this relaxing podcast episode, we explore how Yvon Chouinard turned a passion for climbing into a movement for environmental responsibility — one soft-spoken decision at a time.

Perfect for winding down your day, this sleep-friendly story blends business insights with a calming narrative...

Fall asleep to the gentle, true story of how three friends turned air mattresses into a global hospitality revolution. This relaxing business podcast episode traces Airbnb’s humble beginnings, creative struggles, and steady growth — all told in a soft, slow voice ideal for bedtime listening. Whether you’re seeking a calming podcast to unwind or a sleep-friendly case study on startup perseverance, this episode delivers soothing stor...

In this debut episode of Sleepy Business Stories, we drift back to the late 1990s to explore the rise and fall of Pets.com—a dot-com-era startup that captured hearts with a sock puppet and a dream of disrupting pet care. Told in a soothing, unhurried tone, this bedtime business story unpacks the hope, hype, and hard lessons of an ambitious e-commerce pioneer.

No breaking news. No hot takes. Just a thoughtful tale of innovation, opt...

If you love business but struggle to sleep, Sleepy Business Stories was made for you. In this trailer, host Andrew Berg explains how this podcast came to life—born out of a restless curiosity for companies, strategy, and startups, and a need for something better to fall asleep to.

You’ll get a feel for the show’s tone, format, and what to expect in upcoming episodes. Calmly told, thoughtfully written, and always business-focused—th...