ASMR Bedtime Story - Ancient Empires of Persia

This soft spoken ASMR video is an exploration of the history of Persia and its ancient empires, from the emergence of civilization in what would become Iran, to the arrival of Iranian peoples, the kingdoms and empires they created (the Achaemenids, the Parthians, the Sassanians), until the Muslim Conquest of the 7th century.
I also tell you about Persian culture, language and architecture, the Greco-Persian wars and the rivalry with Rome and Byzantium, and many other aspects of Ancient Persia.
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Credits: script and narration by the French Whisperer, visuals by the French Whisperer, under Wikipedia Commons, or under web licence from Panthermedia. Music and sound effects from the KZbin Audio Library for Creators.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Ancient Persia
4:28 Mesopotamia and Iranian Plateau
8:14 Civilization of Elam
10:10 Persia or Iran?
14:14 Indo-European origins or Iranian Peoples
17:38 Change in the country's name
19:20 Neo-Assyrian Empire
23:58 The Achaemenid Dynasty
26:25 Cyrus II the Great, Cambyses II and Darius I
31:55 Administrating an empire
34:57 Old Persian language and cuneiform script
38:24 Persepolis
42:06 Zoroastrianism
45:48 Greco-Persian Wars
48:27 Xerxes' Expedition and Thermopylae
52:36 Stagnation until Alexander the Great
56:02 Rise of the Kingdom of Parthia
58:12 The Parthian Empire
1:01:56 The Sasanian Empire
1:05:20 Wars with Rome and Byzantium
1:07:29 The twilight of Ancient Persia

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Timestamps: You can now also listen on streaming platforms: ffm.to/thefrenchwhisperer-ancientempiresofpersia . Patrons can download videos in HD, or audio only, and watch/listen offline. www.patreon.com/thefrenchwhisperer 0:00 Ancient Persia 4:28 Mesopotamia and Iranian Plateau 8:14 Civilization of Elam 10:10 Persia or Iran? 14:14 Indo-European origins or Iranian Peoples 17:38 Change in the country's name 19:20 Neo-Assyrian Empire 23:58 The Achaemenid Dynasty 26:25 Cyrus II the Great, Cambyses II and Darius I 31:55 Administrating an empire 34:57 Old Persian language and cuneiform script 38:24 Persepolis 42:06 Zoroastrianism 45:48 Greco-Persian Wars 48:27 Xerxes' Expedition and Thermopylae 52:36 Stagnation until Alexander the Great 56:02 Rise of the Kingdom of Parthia 58:12 The Parthian Empire 1:01:56 The Sasanian Empire 1:05:20 Wars with Rome and Byzantium 1:07:29 The twilight of Ancient Persia

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[@UnfinishedSwing]

I dislike the ancient Persian civ. but I like you so it's on 👍 good night 🌃

[@grumpy9721]

Enchanting video, but if I can make a "constructive critique"😅 I suggest that you avoid books with light-reflecting covers: 19:21 they may be annoying like flares.

[@inesgonzalez1678]

French Whisperer, would you please consider to read Le Petit Prince in French? I suppose that many would love it!

[@Pinakij]

I love this channel😊

[@pooyahimself7961]

As an Iranian i wish we weren't so cut off from the world so i could support your channel but unfortunately that's not possible for me all i can do is thank you for all the great and relaxing work you do Stay awesome 🤟 Ps:today (7th of Aban in persian calendar) is the day of cyrus the great

[@tarottortoise]

Greetings from Scotland! I only recently started reading about Ancient Persia and am finding it fascinating. You have such an incredible heritage.

[@MrBenbaruch]

Sorry Iran has been cut off from the world, love your culture.

[@daimonioshellene]

I wish the best for Iran

[@d.m.hubble2591]

Wish we could sit for Chai and converse as brothers. Space and politics may lay between us but here we just listen and relax together.

[@mathonamoore123]

Hi, why cabt you support his channel. You're using technology to text now or do you mean, it's a monetary matter. You just don't make sense and I am not being rude or nosy.

[@thodkats]

As a Greek person, i was always amazed by the Persian civilization. Huge respect since they were a very advanced society !

[@msa6662]

And on the opposite side, i was always fascinated by your history lol... with your great mythologies, philosophers and futuristics ideas you must've been ahead of the time as well...

[@thodkats]

@@msa6662 Thanks for your kind words. On a side note : take a look at Greece now. :'(

[@ryanmc2175]

@@msa6662 I want to come to Iran

[@usertv7356]

Persians used to rule the world.

[@Imperius_Rex_753]

Traitor to your ancestorsbut ok cool

[@ssorayaya]

me, an iranian experiencing a wave of relief when you said didn't say "iran" as "eye ran"

[@mdstanton1813]

I ran, I ran so far away...i couldn't get away Now you've got that song stuck in my head 😊❤

[@nataliebutler]

Eye-talian is a thing too!

[@hamidsh95]

Amricayia bishtar oonjuri migan🤦‍♂️

[@IRLTheGreatZarquon]

The Persian/Iranian fans are definitely out here for this video, glad to have y'all.

[@Em-._.-]

Wait, is it actually pronounced ee-ran or ih-ran? Is it just Americans who pronounce it Iran? It's really sad to me that I don't know😞

[@Vyzhak9]

Well this is gonna be great to watch for me as a Persian

[@aghasurkhailhaiderqazilbas8570]

For me too as a fellow Persian of qazilbash family😆

[@TankMarst]

I prefer to call it Persia and not Iran, just seems more historical and traditional

[@exodus1111]

I wish at least I'm from spain

[@poetryjones7946]

Who else clicked “like” before they even heard this? ❤️👍🏼

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This reminded me to click like 👍🏻

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Same here 😅

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also me

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@Poetry Jones always

[@KellysMagicalRealm]

Your accent is amazing and so calming!

[@Andernol]

I think I might be slightly dyslexic because I read this as "your scent is amazing"

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a french Peppi

[@thembishop]

Yes. I'm not 100% sure, but I believe his accent is French. 🤔

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[@mathonamoore123]

@@thembishop yes, he is French. He lives in Paris, so im guessing he was born there too. I love Paris. I lived there for 2 years.

[@johnnyutah7994]

Ahoy! Scotland here! Been looking forward to this one since it was announced. Thank you sir!

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[@Minoshka_]

As an Iranian who was born in Shiraz city, kinda near to Perspolis. I'm far from home now, but I just felt such a relief after hearing this ASMR. Thank you.

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thank you to the moon and back 🥺 i hope that France will be blessed these days ❤️❤️ all the love from Egypt😍😍😍😍

[@LibertyJefferson]

I damn near pulled over to take a nap and listen to this when I saw this was uploaded. Persia, Greece, Rome, Carthage, Byzantium, I could listen to your narrations about them on loop and not get tired of it.

[@MissMadelynA]

I’m sure others are feeling the same way right now, things are so stressful and uncertain in the world these days it’s been so nice to have these relaxing videos to escape to (and learn some cool stuff in the process!)

[@shaydahaghighat3722]

Being that I’m only half Persian, there’s so much about Iranian or Persian culture and history that I still don’t know about. And I’m so happy to have found this! Thank you!

[@xierus]

@The French Whisperer ASMR I was among your first subscribers. I have been so impressed to see how your channel has grown and evolved into both a hobby and an income stream. You probably don't remember but I messaged you once back in 2014 or so. In the past year I have been getting into music creation, and seeing how you persevered and made a passion of yours into a full-blown project is admirable. I'd say you're up there with legendary history podcasts like History on Fire and Hardcore History, but you should try adding some opinion and analysis to the facts (just a suggestion :). Add flair like, "This leader made this decision, which if you think about, was pretty stupid because xyz". Sort of like your French lifestyle roleplay, a historical narrative with attitude. Just a suggestion! Anyway just wanted to say I've been using your vids since 2014 to help me fall asleep and practice my french accent. My knowledge of history has benefited as well! Now that I am becoming a content creator, being a subscriber to you and seeing your creative journey is inspiring. Thanks for sticking with the channel and improving it.

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Thanks. I am always interested in analysis and opinions about history and I have plenty of my own, but when it comes to my videos I try to remember that they should also put people to sleep. This is not going to happen if they are in a state of inner debate ;). The other thing is that I make a new topic every 10 days or so. I am delusional enough to think that I can put together a fair overview with a smooth, logical presentation; but not enough to believe that my analysis on a topic I know superficially would bring that much value. I wish people kept that more in mind when they analyse history or politics online 😅. Good luck on your creative projects!

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[@Debbie338]

I love ancient history and I keep trying to make it through this, but I never quite make it. Your voice is too silky and hypnotic.

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[@easternsoul6913]

It's so relaxing to listen to your voice and learn something at the same time. Love from Iran.

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[@cheryl8529]

I'm so glad you made a video about Iran! Thanks alot

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Thank you for both the constant education and the quick sleep with you mesmerizing voice. The best.

[@dixieAQHA]

Great topic! Very excited for this video

[@ASMR-TIST]

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[@maxxie333]

This is awesome!! I love hearing about my culture🙏🏾

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These are actually my favorites to fall asleep to ❤️

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I appreciate your channel. Thank you for this. We need it

[@hannahh8696]

This is such a beautifully rich and interesting area of history. I’ve not finished watching/listening to your previous video yet.. I always fall asleep so quickly. By the way, the feather is super relaxing and tingly! I really, really appreciate the visual ASMR.

[@soxfromthegong6288]

Finally Persia!!! Spotify this please

[@ferstrike2385]

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[@ruabadfish02]

I fell asleep so quickly to this video this afternoon, I have to come back tonight to applaud your efforts. Thank you so very much TFW. ❤️🙏🏻

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The man. The myth. The legend. Is back.

[@sofiaaasworld]

ur videos help me sleep every night thank u so much for calming me!!

[@hamidsh95]

Oh finaly the subject I've been waiting for🤩🤩👌 As a persian person this video is perfect for me🤘 Thank you very much... or as we say "ba tashakorate faravan:)"

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[@the1inAmillionSPERM]

I have been waiting soo for this!!! Happy Iranian 😁😁😁

[@ISayToMyself]

This is going to be goooood. Will listen tonight. Thank you!!!

[@user-ef5nf6ng4d]

I haven't watched yet but, as a Persian I think you've chosen the best story to tell with your wonderful accent so thanks a lot

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Great topic!

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ty for helping us go to sleep 🤲🏽

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I came here seeking comfort in a rough time in my life. I lost a loved one and attempted to overdose, which I did. I was terrified (and still am) that this night would be my last. My heart was racing and I couldn't calm down, but thanks to you sir I left here calm, more relaxed, and with a lot more mental clarity. I am still terrified that I might die, and I hope none of you guys do this, it isn't worth it, just keep dropping hints to friends and parents, they will find out someday I promise! I screwed up and might pay for it with my life! I thank you Mr. TFW for all your beautiful content, you were one of my brightest lights in the darkness.

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You put in much work to your shows. Thus us appreciated

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Looking forward to part 2 of this Persian history video

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This is good content because if you have a good voice and explain an important topic you are learning, listening and sleeping

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I appreciate everything you do so much! These help me sleep almost every night and I am beyond grateful for all the heart and soul you put into these amazing videos :)

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Thank for make this video ♥️

[@deepquake9]

And the war goes on... thank you for the wonderfully accurate history stories.

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As soon as you say "Hello everyone" I'm just like aaahhh and relax.

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My friend, I listen to your stories every night before I fall asleep. When I am asked how I slept, I say “wonderful!” How could I not when I have a dear French friend with a soothing and silky accented voice who reads to me until I fall asleep?” I’ve told many in my circle about you and most of them thank me joyfully! I have never listened during the day, but I did with this one. You are exceptional in your descriptions, your words paint the pictures in my brain! You are truly a treasure and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for putting in all of the countless hours it must take you to research the histories, write your script, set up your “scenery” for you to handle (VERY hypnotic), record, edit……..it exhausts me just typing just the steps out! It leaves me wondering when you find time to eat, spend time with your family, work or any of the things required to live your life! I have never chosen to use patreon, but I will now. You give me countless hours and it’s only right for me to give back. Thank you. From the bottom of my heart, my friend.

[@marcmagallanes4456]

I love history and I really enjoy these stories you tell so does my 2 year old when it's time for nap time or bed time we lay together and listen or watch till we're both out. I think is wonderful having him sorta learn about the history at such a young age Even if it's for sleep time thank you

[@exodus1111]

Super relaxing

[@13crystalsister]

Just getting into bed & I see this video! I'm so excited I don't know if I'll be able to sleep! Yeah! I won't be able to stay awake! Thanks again Mr. French Whisperer for perfect timing & a highly anticipated video!! 😴🧡

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Most underrated asmr channel - change my mind.

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I Love Your Stories & YOUR Voice IS Awesome For ASMR

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Love the mood 👏🏻❤️

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Oh hell yes, I've been waiting for you to do a video on this topic literally since I found your channel. Now if you do one on Ancient Indian history I will truly have a field day!

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So relaxing

[@rayahui3768]

It’s crazy how I often watch ASMR, and I have a huge fascination for ancient summerian culture. This is so niche but so me

[@chrisd6736]

Can’t wait! 😁

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ASMR that educates 👍 p.s. May I ask that you make a video about the other ancient near eastern empires (the Hittites, Babylonians, Assyrians, etc)? Assuming you had not done so already.

[@yourshadowgirl5036]

I'm Iranian (Persian) and I really appreciate this video!

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The most underrated ASMRtist

[@claudiascott6654]

Do hope that you continue this subject up to modern day.. so interesting!

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By far my favorite asmr artist. Best content. I don't think I've listened to a single video all the way through awake lol. But this is probably the only kind of channels where I say you're videos put me to sleep and it's not offensive lol

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I think the one thing i like about your videos over your audio only stuff like spotify is the music which sets the tone of the video.

[@Jegrygerfede]

Finally. Make more videos about Iran

[@ellielynn8219]

I wish you would do another story on the Calm app. Update: Just found you on Spotify and I’m soooo excited!

[@joeyantoine9891]

J'adore tes vidéos mais il faut ABSOLUMENT que tu refasse des vidéos en français elles sont absolument incroyable. Merci pour le travail fourni :D