Welcome to Get Me To Sleep, the history podcast where we put a halt to your never-ending thought spiral by discussing the people, moments, scandals and trends that shaped pop culture as we know it. Each episode delves into the backstory of current online obsessions as well as their unexpected history, so choose to educate yourself tonight while you attempt to get a decent sleep by listening along.
Zendaya went from a shy Oakland theatre kid to the most in-demand star in Hollywood, navigating the spotlight with rare control. This episode traces her path from Disney Channel negotiator to two-time Emmy winner, fashion icon, and undisputed owner of 2026. Settle in for the story of a superstar who conquered everything, then quietly chose the exit.
10 Jun 2026
Michael Jackson: The King of Pop
The story of Michael Jackson, from a steel town in Indiana to the biggest stages on earth, and all the darkness in between. This episode covers the full arc of his extraordinary life and asks why a new Hollywood biopic has a whole new generation rediscovering the King of Pop in 2026. Get Me To Sleep is the podcast for people who like to go to bed a little smarter than they woke up – so settle in, get comfortable, and hopefully you'll be asleep before the credits roll.
26 May 2026
Pop Culture Icons: Carolyn & JFK Jr
This episode dives into the magnetic world of Carolyn Bessette and John F. Kennedy Jr., two people who never asked to be icons but became cultural obsessions anyway. It unpacks the style, fame and obsession that turned a modern couple into America’s most enduring love story – now endlessly reimagined across social media. Today we explore why the world still can't get enough of their story, even decades later.
20 May 2026
Inside the Real Bridgerton Ton
Step inside the glittering world behind Bridgerton as we uncover the real Ton and its hidden rules, whispered scandals, and intense expectations that shaped every debutante’s future. From the unexpected experiences of young women entering the marriage mart to the real-life scandals that saw the entirety of London society consumed in gossip, this episode reveals the world beneath the gowns and on-screen stories. If you’ve ever wondered what the true Bridgerton society looked like, consider this your most cordial invitation to discover the truth.
15 May 2026
Cannes Film Festival
From a brazen 2013 jewel heist to barefoot rebellions and the charged spring of May 1968, this episode peels back Cannes’ red carpet to reveal the messy, high-stakes world where art, commerce and spectacle collide. You'll be taken inside the Palais and the Marché du Film, trace Cannes’ origins and evolution, and unpack why fashion, celebrity and protest continue to shape what the festival means in 2026.
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