Fossilized grass beds clue us into the ancient sleeping habits of our ancestors. But how advanced were their beds and mattresses - and were they comfortable? In this episode I delve into what humans did before beds and what came before the soft, plush mattresses we know today.
I also explore some unusual sleeping habits of our ancestors - who used to love sharing beds with each other…whether friends, colleagues or complete strangers. And why some believe we should revisit an old habit of “biphasic” sleeping.
Chapters:
(01:00) Why do we sleep?
(01:51) Nature’s first mattresses
(3:43) First beds and platforms
(4:58) Ancient sleep practices
(8:44) The evolution of mattresses
(11:56) Are modern beds always better?
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