How To Sleep

Mike Shafer
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I'm here to help you fall asleep, one instruction manual at a time. Each episode features a full read through of the instructions of everyday products like toilets, typewriters, board games, with the occasional food package thrown in for good measure.

  1. Pour a Perfect Concrete Slab

    04/24/2021

    Pour a Perfect Concrete Slab

    The show returns with a topic near and dear to my heart: pouring a concrete slab, or driveway. I hail from a long line of brick masons and have poured many a driveway and basement. Whether helpful to aid in your sleep or DIY house needs, I hope you enjoy.    Follow along: http://www.copesandgravel.com/how-to-build-concrete-driveway.html https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/how-to-pour-a-perfect-slab/   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    36 min
  2. Crosley Record Player

    02/14/2021

    Crosley Record Player

    I spent all day Saturday cleaning the house and listening to the sweet sounds coming from my Crosley Record Player. That's all the inspiration I needed for this week's episode. I hope you can find the time to put on your favorite music and relax and have fun like I did. Enjoy!   Follow along: https://www.manualslib.com/manual/33650/Crosley-Crosley-Traveler-Turntable-Cr49.html   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    30 min
  3. Super Bowl Sunday Recipe Extravaganza!

    02/07/2021

    Super Bowl Sunday Recipe Extravaganza!

    It's not Super Bowl Sunday without an endless supply of delicious snacks. Numerous recipes are covered, from deviled eggs to chicken wings to winter sangria. It might be best to listen on a full stomach. Enjoy!   Follow along: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sandra-lee/deviled-eggs-recipe-1942616 https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/guacamole-recipe-2011673 https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a11044/seven-layer-dip-recipe-ghk0911/ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/classic-hot-wings-recipe-2107280 https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/68461/buffalo-chicken-dip/ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a32690/bbq-brisket-tacos/ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a35022/how-to-make-muffuletta/ https://www.averiecooks.com/ham-cheese-sliders/ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sunny-anderson/winter-sangria-recipe-2014048 https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/marshmallow-crispy-treats-recipe-2102549   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    34 min
  4. Campfires and S'mores

    01/31/2021

    Campfires and S'mores

    A recent trip to North Georgia led to a cold night, a warm fire, and tasty s'mores. Thus, an inspired look into building various types of campfires effectively and efficiently, and once the fire's going, cooking the perfect s'more. Enjoy!   Follow along: https://smokeybear.com/en/prevention-how-tos/campfire-safety/how-to-build-your-campfire https://koa.com/blog/how-to-build-the-perfect-campfire/ https://www.campersandgear.com/tips/how-to-make-the-perfect-smore/ https://skillet.lifehacker.com/how-do-you-make-perfect-smores-1827635164   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    34 min
  5. Sleep and the Theories of Its Causes (FLASHBACK)

    01/24/2021

    Sleep and the Theories of Its Causes (FLASHBACK)

    Hello! My birthday weekend has been a blast but all-encompassing. Thus, a flasbhack to one of my favorite episodes. I hope you enjoy as well.  Original show notes: The Scientific American Supplement is back again, this time from 1898, with an article offering various theories on the causes of sleep.  Read along at https://www.gutenberg.org/files/18265/18265-h/18265-h.htm#art08. With host Mike Shafer.    If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    28 min
  6. Sanus Full-Motion Wall Mount

    01/17/2021

    Sanus Full-Motion Wall Mount

    Whether you're binging another TV series, catching up on old movies, or watching the NFL playoffs, it's a joy to do it on a mounted TV. I mounted my TV a few months back and have been meaning to feature the manual from my Sanus Full-Motion Wall Mount. The time has come. Enjoy!   Follow along: https://www.sanus.com/assets/products/lmf115/documents/LMF115_191111.pdf   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    34 min
  7. Balance Basic Body Composition Scale

    01/10/2021

    Balance Basic Body Composition Scale

    The calendar flips to 2021 and health resolutions abound. While I do believe in a year-long focus on health, I'm like plenty of others who slack from time to time during the year, notably from mid-November through December. Therefore, when I glanced down in my bathroom and thought of a recent attempt at capturing my goals for the year, I realized the perfect manual was staring back at me: my scale. Enjoy!   Follow along: https://media.greatergoods.com/assets/1k391c924p.pdf   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    31 min
  8. Scientific American Supplement, Architects and Builders Edition: Selected Readings

    01/03/2021

    Scientific American Supplement, Architects and Builders Edition: Selected Readings

    I have forever been fascinated and entertained by the buiding process. This Scientific American Supplement, Architects and Builders Edition, shares many examples of construction from the late 1800s. I've selected and read several of them for a sleep aid and your listening pleasure. Enjoy!   Follow along: http://www.gutenberg.org/files/50927/50927-h/50927-h.htm   With host Mike Shafer.  If you like the show, please subscribe, review, share, and send over requests for other product manuals to: Facebook Instagram

    55 min
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About

I'm here to help you fall asleep, one instruction manual at a time. Each episode features a full read through of the instructions of everyday products like toilets, typewriters, board games, with the occasional food package thrown in for good measure.

Information

  • Creator
    Mike Shafer
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2021
  • Episodes
    92
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mike Shafer
  • Show Website
    How To Sleep