Tonight, we unwind with a soothing SleepWise story about the origins and rise of YouTube, and how it quietly rewired the way the world consumes media. We begin in the mid-2000s, when video files were heavy, websites were slow, and sharing a simple clip still felt difficult. Then, almost suddenly, an upload button appeared — and the internet learned to play.We trace YouTube’s early growth, the first viral moments, and the pivotal Google acquisition that helped the platform scale into a global home for video. From there, we gently explore the shift from broadcast schedules to on-demand watching… and the rise of the creator economy, where everyday people became storytellers, teachers, entertainers, and entrepreneurs.We also reflect on how YouTube reshaped television, music, news, and learning — becoming a place people search when they want answers, comfort, or company. And we drift into the present day, where YouTube lives not only on phones, but on living-room TVs, alongside the fast rhythm of YouTube Shorts, and in conversation with newer platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels.This episode is calm, factual, and unhurried. You don’t need to follow every detail. Just listen, breathe, and let the story carry you gently toward sleep.Links for Ad-Free Audio:Spotify: https://spotify.link/VjqOKaf0HXbApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3Ndku9D----SleepWise, Sleep Stories, Bedtime Stories, Guided Sleep, Relaxation, Mindful Sleep, Calm Narration, Science for Sleep, ASMR Sleep, Deep Relaxation, Falling Asleep, Sleep Meditation, Guided Meditation, Sleep Podcast, Soothing Voice, Peaceful Storytelling, Night Routine, Sleep Aid, Mindfulness, Restful Night, Relaxing Audio, Gentle Storytelling, Sleep Channel, Meditation for Sleep, SleepWise Podcast, Sleep Narration, Calming Stories, Rest and Relaxation, Sleep Help, Tranquil Nights