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Sleep JunkiesAdvertisers are coming for your dreamsImagine if corporations could place adverts for their products inside your dreams. It may sound like far-fetched science fiction, but amazingly, science and technology has reached the point where this possibility may be around the corner.Earlier this year, the beer company Molson-Coors tried an experiment based on cutting edge research known as 'targeted dream activation'. Amazingly participants reported dreaming more of Coors beer after consuming audio and video content specifically designed to 'induce' images of their beers into the participant's dreams.Concerned about the possibilities of dreams becoming the playground for unscrupulous marketers, or...2021-07-2655 min
Sleep JunkiesA unified theory of dreaming?Despite our millennia-old fascination with dreams, their meaning, and their roles in our lives, it wasn't up until the late 20th century that scientists really began to make big leaps into investigating the possible biological functions of dreams.But despite a now vibrant and eclectic body of research and evidence of scientific theories of dreaming, their relationship to memory, cognition and our emotional lives, up until now we've failed to come up with an overarching framework, a 'big idea' to describe the biological function of our dream lives.In a new book, When Brains Dream...2021-06-141h 16
Sleep JunkiesSleep Supplements: science or snake oil? - Part 2In the second part of our deep dive into sleep supplements we take a look at the overlapping subjects of nutrition, delivery methods, dosages, a run-down of the different categories of sleep supplements including plant-derived substances, vitamins, amino acids and more. Plus we look into the future towards the prospect of a new era of 'nutritional sleep medicine.'You can listen to Part 1 here: https://sleepjunkies.com/sleep-supplements-part-1/This episode’s guest:Jesse Cook is a 4th year Clinical Psychology graduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the active Sleep Research So...2021-04-2044 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep Supplements: science or snake oil? - Part 1When we're seeking solutions to health problems we generally look to doctors and scientists for the best advice. But what happens when the experts don't actually know the answers?This is often the case when we talk about sleep supplements. This rapidly growing market comprises a dizzying array of off-the-shelf products blending plant extracts, micronutrients, amino acids, vitamins and minerals, all of which purport to be able to help alleviate sleep problems in one way or the other.The problems stem from the fact that whilst there exists a modest body of scientific literature showing...2021-04-1256 min
Sleep JunkiesPregnancy and baby sleep - beyond the mom blogsIn today's episode we discuss all things pregnancy and baby sleep with physician, host of the award-winning Savvy Psychologist and new mum Dr Jade Wu.This episode's guest:Jade Wu, PhD, DBSM, is a Board-certified sleep psychologist and researcher at Duke University School of Medicine. She earned her PhD from Boston University and completed her clinical training at Duke. Her current research focuses on treating sleep disorders in those with chronic illness. In the clinic, her approach is grounded in both science and compassion.Website: https://www.jadewuphd.com/Savvy Psychologist...2021-03-291h 00
Sleep JunkiesDocumentary: Big Golf, science and the battle for Standard TimeA special documentary to celebrate our 50th episode. Featuring multiple guests, archive material, original music and plenty of intrigue, follow the labyrinthine narrative of Daylight Saving Time, the new science of chronobiology, and the clandestine monied interests pushing to extend daylight hours into then evening.Guests in order of appearanceBarry Mitzman - http://www.barrymitzman.com/Kimberly Honn, PhD - https://medicine.wsu.edu/overview/faculty-and-staff/kimberly-honn-ph-d/Jay Pea - https://savestandardtime.com/Dr Michael Grandner - https://www.michaelgrandner.com/about.htmlEmily Manoogian, PhD...2021-03-1425 min
Sleep JunkiesBeyond sleep tracking - the future of sleep technologyOnly a few years ago, the phrase consumer sleep technology was synonymous with sleep trackers, devices that monitor your nocturnal behaviours to give you insights into the mysteries of your non-waking hours.Fast forward to 2021, where we're in the middle of an innovation explosion of all type of gadgets, wearables, apps, smart home technologies which not only track, but also actively attempt to promote better sleep.In today's episode we talk to friend of the podcast, Dr Michael Grandner about this important distinction between sleep technology that measures, and tech that intervenes in our sleep.2021-03-0154 min
Sleep JunkiesRethinking Sleep In Modern American Life MatthewWolf-Meyer PhD is Associate Professor of Anthropology at Binghamton University. His work focuses on medicine, science, and media in the United States, and draws on history, contemporary experiences, and popular representations of health and illness.work focuses on how medicine, science and media in the U.S. make sense of major modern-era shifts in the expert practices of science, medicine and popular representations of health. His first book, "The Slumbering Masses," offers insights into the complex lived realities of disorderly sleepers, the long history of sleep science and the global impacts of the exportation of American sleep.2021-02-1557 min
Sleep JunkiesCannabis and sleep: from prehistory to the 21st centuryPretty much every week, we get an email from a new cannabis startup, promoting their latest CBD or THC remedy to treat any number of health conditions, including sleep problems.This boom in new, legal cannabis products is the result of recent legislation to start the process of widespread marijuana decriminalisation, and eventually full legalisation. But whilst the consumer demand is fuelling massive growth in the global cannabis industry, currently, there's little, verging on zero clinical evidence to firmly substantiate many of the health claims made by the new wave of cannabis products hitting the market.2020-08-031h 06
Sleep JunkiesRobots, innovation and the sleep economyTechnology and sleep have a troubled relationship. On one hand, doctors and therapists remind their patients to banish every gadget and gizmo from the bedroom, lest they act as addictive, irresistible slumber-stealing distractions.On the other side however, there's a fast growing cohort of innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and sleep practitioners who recognise the unbounded potential of technology to improve, rather than detract from our sleep.In this episode we talk to Julian Jagtenberg, co-founder of Somnox, a company at the vanguard of the vibrant, innovative 21st century consumer sleep technology industry. We talk to Julian...2020-06-2955 min
Sleep JunkiesAI, wearables and the future of sleep medicineArtificial intelligence is the vanguard of a new technological revolution that will affect all aspects of human society.Our work, our health, the cars we drive, even the media we consume - all will be radically transformed in the coming years and decades by 'intelligent machines'. Essentially, these are computers that have learnt how to do many of the tasks we thought only humans were capable of. But the difference is, AI can do things quicker, more accurately, and of course, without needing human intervention.Sleep medicine will not be an exception to this march...2020-06-081h 08
Sleep JunkiesDo dreams have a social function? - A COVID-19 Special ReportThis week we explore 'pandemic dreaming' - a phenomenon where people around the world, experiencing lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic, have reported an uptick in incidences of dreaming and more vivid dreams.We talk to two academics who, for several years have been undertaking an art/science project, DreamsID in which individuals recall a dream, which is then transformed in real time to a work of art.We talk about some of the reasons behind 'Covid dreams', art, symbolism and metaphors, an overview of contemporary theories of dreams' functions, and explore new theories of how...2020-04-2754 min
Sleep JunkiesScreen time and sleep - it's not just about the blue lightIn recent years we've been bombarded with advice warning of the dangers of sleep-stealing blue light emitted from smartphones, tablets and computer screens.But scientists and health experts are slowly coming to realise that the melatonin-blocking function of short-wavelength light is only part of the story regarding the reasons why technology keeps us awake at night.In this episode we talk to renowned sleep expert Dr Michael Grandner about the complex and nuanced ways that technology can contribute to a lack of sleep - discussing not just the role of blue light, but also the...2020-03-3152 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep, immunity and coronavirusA special episode focussed around coronavirus COVID-19, we talk to Dr Jonathan Cedernaes about the roles that sleep plays in our immune system, fighting infections, and how environmental factors such as physical exercise, sunlight and diet impact our circadian clocks.This episode's guest:Jonathan Cedernaes MD, PhD is a senior researcher at Uppsala University where he completed both his medical degree and his PhD in the Department of Neuroscience.Uppsala: https://katalog.uu.se/profile/?id=N7-789ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jonathan_CedernaesLinkedIn: https://www.l...2020-03-1943 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep, diet, obesity and weight gain: Part 2The second instalment of a wide-ranging conversation with associate professor of neuroscience, Christian Benedict on the fascinating, complex and still as yet fully unravelled associations between sleep, obesity, diet and weight gain.This Episode's GuestChristian Benedict Ph.D. is an Associate Professor in neuroscience at Uppsala University where he heads up a team of scientists at the Benedict lab, which studies the effects of circadian disruption and sleep loss on health and performance, with a particular focus on the relationship between sleep loss and metabolism. Christian holds a Master's degree in nutritional s...2020-03-0950 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep, diet, obesity and weight gain - Part 1Does a lack of sleep lead to a higher risk of obesity? Or does being overweight lead to more likelihood of sleep problems? Around the world, scientists have been trying to unravel this chicken and egg problem for decades. What's clear so far is that to understand the associations between sleep loss, diet, obesity and weight gain, sleep scientists have to confront a dizzying array of knowledge domains including psychology, neuroscience, epidemiology, genetics, endocrinology and more.Today, in a two-part episode we speak to associate professor Christian Benedict, a sleep research who has spent almost two decades in...2020-03-0244 min
Sleep JunkiesThe truth about melatoninIn recent years melatonin has exploded in popularity as a 'wonder drug' - a safe, natural supplement for helping with sleep problems. Whilst there's lots of scientific evidence to back up many of the claims, the fact that melatonin, at least in the United States is classed as a food supplement, rather than a prescription medication, has led to a lack of consistent public health messaging, and a great deal of confusion amongst the millions who take melatonin supplements on a regular basis.In this episode we try to cut through the marketing hype, dispel some myths...2020-01-1356 min
Sleep JunkiesExploding head syndromeWinning the award for the best named sleep disorder ever, exploding head syndrome is an intriguing phenomenon which, although relatively harmless, can nonetheless cause considerable distress for those who suffer the condition.In today's episode we deep dive into the world of exploding head syndrome, with Dr Brian Sharpless, one of the foremost researchers in the field, and explore its symptoms, causes, possible treatments and lots more.This Episode's GuestDr Brian A. Sharpless is a licensed psychologist and author with interests in unusual psychological disorders, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and the history and philosophy...2019-12-0941 min
Sleep JunkiesThe science of sleep and musicMusic has been called the 'purest form of art', but it's also used by many as a way to fall asleep more easily. But at present, science can tell us very little about the mechanisms behind sleep's role as a therapeutic sleep aid.In today's episode we speak to Thomas Dickson, co-author of a recent review examining the existing scientific literature about the different ways music might help us with our sleep, including; relaxation, distraction, entrainment, masking, enjoyment and expectation. In a wide-ranging conversation we discuss how music differs to other audio formats like podcasts a...2019-12-0254 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep and the teenage brainFor a long time, teenagers have been stereotyped as lazy, prone to mood swings, and generally difficult to get on with. Although here's a hint of truth in these types of portrayals, we now know that the adolescent age period is marked by many developmental changes, including the circadian system.These changes to sleep timing are no doubt at the root of the lazy teenager myths, so today we talk to Dr Valerie Crabtree, a sleep researcher, clinical psychologist and mother of two teenagers, about the science of the teenage brain, the risk factors for adolescents who...2019-11-2553 min
Sleep JunkiesDebunking the demons: sleep paralysis explainedThroughout human history, across different cultures, people have told tales about supernatural visitations during the night. We now know that these stories refer to a condition known as sleep paralysis, a hybrid sleep/wake state whereby our muscles are largely paralysed but our brain 'wakes up'.Today we speak to psychology professor Christopher French about this common, and often frightening sleep disorder - how its symptoms manifest, the fascinating cross-cultural background and some strategies to help manage and cope with sleep paralysis This Episode's GuestProfessor Christopher French is th...2019-11-181h 09
Sleep JunkiesThe Sleep CharityAfter experiencing chronic sleep deprivation after the birth of her first child, Vicki Dawson identified a need for social support services to people with sleep issues. Today, Vicki heads up the Sleep Charity, an award-winning organisation that reaches thousands of families with sleep needs, and offers accredited training to individuals and health professionals to further support the needs of the community.This Episode's GuestVicki Dawson is the founder and CEO of The Sleep Charity (formerly, the Children's Sleep Charity). The charity use behavioural approaches to children's sleep issues and offers accredited training to both...2019-11-1145 min
Sleep JunkiesTaking the fear out of insomniaWe speak to author Lois Maharg about her book, The Savvy Insomniac, and the journey to conquering her fear of insomnia.This Episode's Guest Lois Maharg is a health journalist who writes about sleep, exercise, and food. Lifelong insomnia gave rise to her new book, The Savvy Insomniac: A Personal Journey through Science to Better Sleep. Her blog, http://www.thesavvyinsomniac.com, is dedicated to sharing new information about insomnia and sleep. She gives speaking presentations on how to get a better night’s rest.The Book: The Savvy Insomniac: A Per...2019-10-2843 min
Sleep JunkiesPutting sleep apnea 'out of business'The American Sleep Apnea Association was founded in 1990 with a goal to administer and nurture a new model of sleep apnea peer support groups. Adam Amdur has been the Chief Patient Officer since 2014 and in a wide ranging conversation we talk about the work of the ASAA, dispel some of the myths and misperceptions about sleep apnea, and discover how patients can find help and support from the ASAA.This episode's guest:Adam Amdur is the chief patient officer of the American Sleep Apnea Association and co-principal investigator. He was diagnosed with severe obstructive sleep a...2019-10-1444 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep research roundup September 2019 – Dr Jonathan CedernaesWe discuss 4 recent publications from the world of sleep science with Dr Jonathan Cedernaes. Discussing weekend sleep recovery, shift work & cancer, daylight saving time, and the inter-individuality in light response of the human circadian system 1) Ad libitum Weekend Recovery Sleep Fails to Prevent Metabolic Dysregulation during a Repeating Pattern of Insufficient Sleep and Weekend Recovery Sleep.https://www.cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(19)30098-3 2) Why Should We Abolish Daylight Saving Time?https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/07487304198541973) Shift work and cancerCarcinogenicity of shift work...2019-09-3041 min
Sleep JunkiesThe Start School Later MovementFor the last few decades, a grass-roots movement across the United States has been raising awareness and campaigning to change the situation in many schools, whereby early bell times are forcing kids to get out of bed extremely early in order to make it through the school gates on time.With bus times scheduled as early as 5 am, as well as causing disruption to family lives, early school start times fail to recognize the vast body of scientific research demonstrating that adolescent sleep needs are fundamentally different to adults and younger children. In 2011, Dr Terra Z...2019-09-231h 12
Sleep JunkiesRedefining sleep training (hint: it's not all about Cry It Out)Getting a child to sleep through the night is one of the biggest challenges that parents face. In recent years, online wars have erupted between parents who advocate for behavioural sleep training methods and those who choose 'baby-led' parenting styles.
Much of the antagonism stems from the misunderstanding that sleep training is synonymous with so-called 'Cry It Out' techniques (aka extinction), most famously popularised by Dr Richard Ferber. But as our guest Dr Craig Canapari explains in this episode, sleep training encompasses much more than extinction methods, and includes a wide array of strategies and techniques for t...2019-09-161h 20
Smartercoachingllc PodcastEpsiode 029 Catching ZZZZZZs with Sleep4Sport Amy BenderAmy Bender, PhD, joins me to discuss a topic that is near and dear to my heart: sleep.This is near and dear to me because I have struggled with sleep for as long as I can remember. To some extent, I think this is because my chronotype is that of the “owl”—I tend to be more of a night owl. However, the work world does not seem to appreciate we night owls!!!!!Thanks to Amy for being such an engaging guest!Her background as an athlete and scient...2019-07-0100 min
Sleep JunkiesLucid dreaming: a science-based user's guideLucid dreaming is a wildly popular, but often misunderstood phenomenon.
But alongside the fantasy narratives of movies like Inception, and its adoption into mysticism and New Age beliefs, lucid dreaming is also steeped in a rich and diverse body of modern scientific research.
In today's podcast we speak to two guests, who as well as being lucid dreamers themselves, are also at the forefront of the science of lucid dreaming.
We take a wide-ranging, science-based look at exactly what lucid dreaming is, the physiology of the sleeping brain, a brief history of lucid dr...2019-06-031h 10
Sleep JunkiesSleep, ethical behaviour and the workplaceWe all know what it's like to get out of the 'wrong side of bed'. Grumpiness, short temper, slow thinking - these are all traits associated with lack of sleep, or poor quality sleep.
But a mounting body of evidence shows us that poor sleep can also affect our moral and ethical behaviour, our basic sense of what's right and wrong.
Indeed studies have shown that sub-optimal sleep can increase the likelihood of people cheating, lying and even abusive behaviour.In today's episode we talk to management professor Christopher M. Barnes, who specialises in looking...2019-05-2741 min
Sleep JunkiesIntensive Sleep Retraining - a genuine quick fix for insomnia?When it comes to treating insomnia, we're usually told that there are no quick fixes. Although a relatively recent development, the recommended first-line treatment for insomnia is usually cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT-I), a course of treatment which, although highly effective, takes several weeks to complete.
But in the past 10 years, researchers at Flinders University have been researching and testing a novel behavioural therapy for insomnia called Intensive Sleep Retraining which, incredibly, can be administered during a single 24-hour period.
In this episode we talk to Hannah Scott one of the researchers at Flinders, about the t...2019-05-2037 min
Sleep JunkiesASMR: a sleep expert's perspectiveIn just 10 years, ASMR has grown from a fringe Youtube trend into a mainstream cultural phenomenon, boasting billions of video views, and even a Superbowl commercial.
Despite millions claiming that ASMR induces relaxation and helps them to get to sleep, there is still only a tiny body of scientific research to lend any credence to this often bizarre phenomenon.
In today's episode we speak to sleep physiologist Stephanie Romiszewski, who teamed up last year in a video collaboration with popular ASMR content creator Emma Smith aka 'Whispers Red' to produce the first ever sleep education...2019-05-1352 min
Sleep JunkiesMindfulness, meditation and sleepOver the last decade, mindfulness - a secular version of some of the rituals, beliefs and meditation practices originating in ancient Buddhism - has grown into a massive wellbeing trend.
From hugely successful apps like Headspace and Calm to corporate wellness programs and government initiatives, mindfulness and meditation techniques have captured the public imagination.
One of the most popular uses of mindfulness is to facilitate relaxation and help with sleep problems. In today's podcast we talk to mindfulness expert Hope Bastine to explain the origins, the science and the practice of modern mindfulness and the ways i...2019-05-0657 min
Sleep JunkiesWhy sleep is vital to your sports and fitness regimeIn recent years, the world of professional sports and athletics has 'woken up' to the idea that sleep plays a vitally important role in optimizing athletic ability and performance.
Today we're talking to Dr Amy M. Bender, a sleep scientist who has spent her life involved in many competitive sports activities, about the importance of sleep with regards to fitness, exercise and sports, but not just for competitive athletes, but for anyone who wants to ensure they're making the most of their fitness regime.
This episode’s guest:
Dr Amy M. Bender is curr...2019-04-2941 min
Sleep JunkiesHow to optimize your sleep when you work night shiftsDespite the constant warnings about the negative health impacts of shift work, the 20-30% of the workforce who work nights and irregular hours provide a vital function to our modern 24/7 society.
So what are the best practices for shift workers to balance the demands of working shifts, disrupted sleep schedules and all the health, emotional implication this entails?
We speak to Carolyn Schur who has been helping employers and workers develop practical, evidence-based strategies to cope with all the challenges of working shifts and nights.
This episode’s guest:
Carolyn Schur is a...2019-04-2250 min
Sleep JunkiesThe great sleep tracking debate - Part 1How accurate is your sleep tracker? Are consumer sleep wearables good enough to used for research and clinical purposes? Join us as we navigate the complex issues surrounding marketing claims, scientific validation, reliability, raw data and why 'black boxes' technology is an impediment to research.
In this first instalment of a 2-part episode, we talk about the rapid improvement that consumer sleep tracker have made in a short amount of time, and how, compared to expensive validated technology like actigraphy, could potentially unleash powerful new ways to advance sleep science.
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Sleep JunkiesYoga, meditation and integrative sleep therapiesUsing yoga, meditation and a range of complimentary physical therapies, our guest today, integrative sleep therapist and trainer Deidre O'Connor tells the story of her very personal journey to solving her sleep problems.
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2:51 Introduction
4:05 The decision to travel and study yoga in India
4:45 Bihar School of Yoga, travelling to Thailand, Buddhist monasteries
6:46 How yoga, meditation is conceived in India, contrasted with Western notions
8:22 Yoga and meditation, it's not just about the physical practice
9:51 Finding value in stillness, savasana
11:29 Life changes a...2019-04-0129 min
Sleep JunkiesTimeshifter - fighting jet lag with lightCommercial jet travel has been around since the 1950's. But as well as revolutionising the way humans were able to traverse the globe, it brought an unforeseen consequence - jet lag.
Jet lag is a physiological condition that arises from the disruption to our circadian rhythms when travelling east to west across different time zones. For 200,000 years, humans have evolved to live in synchrony with the natural 24 hour cycle of day and night.
When these cycles are disrupted, for instance by crossing the globe to the other side of the world, it plays havoc with...2019-03-1150 min
Sleep JunkiesNatural medicine and sleepDr Josh Corn is a licensed naturopathic doctor and in this episode he tells us about the types of herbs and supplements he uses to treat patients he sees with sleep issues.
Dr Corn works as a primary care provider in the state of Oregon and graduated from National University of Natural Medicine, the oldest accredited naturopathic medical university in North America and a leader in natural medicine education and evidence-based research.
As well as discussing some of the most common natural, plant based sleep remedies, including valerian, passionflower, ashwagandha, chamomile, hops, we talk about...2019-03-041h 00
Sleep JunkiesSolving sleep problems in school-age childrenNew parents are inundated with advice on nurturing their newborn, including hundred of blogs, forums, and books dealing with every aspect of managing your baby's sleep.
But once past the infant and toddler years, sleep tends to become more manageable as routines ingrain themselves and habits become established.
However, for many children sleep problems persist beyond the early years into school age and when this happens, help can be harder to find.
Our guest for this episode of our podcast is the esteemed Professor Michael Gradisar who has a wealth of experience in...2019-02-181h 01
Sleep JunkiesWhat is CBT-I? Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia explained - 007CBT-I (cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia) has in recent years become a first line recommended treatment in many countries for treating sleep problems that would have previously been tackled with prescription meds.
The reason for the rise in popularity of CBT-I is that studies have repeatedly shown positive, lasting effects that when patients successfully complete a course of treatment.
CBTI combines a suite of psychological and behavorial tools and techniques, and is designed to challenge the negative thought patterns associated with insomnia, and introduce behavorial changes to reduce the anxieties associated with sleep.
F...2019-02-0458 min
Sleep JunkiesThe art and science of the power napIn the 21st century, napping is making a resurgence. A mounting body of research is slowly starting to counter the age-old stigmas that napping is something fit only for pre-schoolers, the elderly, or the work-shy.
Some of the world's biggest companies like Google are embracing this sleep science as a means of boosting productivity, creative thinking, memory, cognition and combatting the general effects of fatigue in the workplace.
In addition, the world of elite sports is starting to understand how longer naps can be used to stimulate additional recovery in the daytime, allowing for more...2019-01-2948 min
Sleep JunkiesSleep Research Roundup Dec 2018With new scientific discoveries being reported in the news and media on almost a daily basis, it's often hard to keep up with all the latest findings, so join us as we select just 4 recent publications from the world of sleep science, exploring the studies themselves, but also the wider context that new sleep research is reported in the media.
Episode homepage: https://sleepjunkies.com/podcast/sleep-research-roundup-dec-2018/
The four news stories we look at are:
1) "Not just blue light, study says prolonged screen time alone disrupts sleep"
https://www.technochops.com...2018-12-2246 min
Sleep Junkies5 mattress buying mistakes from the BeducatorWe spend a third of our lives in bed so choosing the right mattress is vital to ensuring your get the best quality sleep. We chat with Jerry Cheshire - aka the Beducator - about 5 common mistakes people make when shopping for a new mattress.
The mattress industry was revolutionised when Casper introduced the 'bed in a box' business model in 2014, offering competitive pricing and doorstep mattress delivery, all at the click of a button. But the convenience of buying online comes with a hidden cost.
Instead of selecting a mattress on how good it fe...2018-12-1437 min
Sleep JunkiesMeasuring the sleeping brain - EEG and the future of wearablesEpisode Homepage: https://sleepjunkies.com/podcast/measuring-the-sleeping-brain/
An extremely wide ranging and in-depth talk with Curzio Vasapollo about the practicalities and challenges of measuring the sleeping brain using EEG (electroencephalography). We also discuss what happens in a sleep lab vs tracking your sleep at home, consumer wearables, AI, biotech and loads more.
This episode's guest:
Curzio Vasapollo, developer of Zmax
Curzio (Kurt) Vasapollo is the inventor of Zmax, an EEG-based sleep acquisition tool for monitoring sleep accurately outside of the sleep lab with applications for sleep research, lucid dreaming and bio/neuro-feedback...2018-12-051h 18
Sleep JunkiesA video game to cure snoring? with Dr Brian KrohnEpisode Homepage: https://sleepjunkies.com/podcast/brian-krohn-soundly-snoring-app/
Jeff Mann talks with Soundly CEO Dr Brian Krohn about snoring, innovation, digeridoos and space invaders.. amongst other other stuff
Way back in 2013, I wrote about a fascinating but bizarre sleep study which proved that playing the digeridoo was an effective alternative therapy for treating patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
I forget about this diverting piece of research until I met Brian Krohn at the Somnex Sleep Show in London last month. He was there to talk about his new app Soundly, a natural way...2018-12-0436 min
Sleep JunkiesBusting sleep myths with Dr Neil StanleyJoin us on our inaugural podcast as we sift fact from the fiction and look at some of the most common myths and misconceptions about sleep and sleep health. Joining us is Dr Neil Stanley, who has spent over 30 years involved in sleep research. Here’s a run down of what you can expect to hear:
Episode homepage: https://sleepjunkies.com/podcast/busting-sleep-myths/
This episode’s guest:
Dr Neil Stanley
Dr Neil Stanley has been been involved in sleep research for over 30 years, and describes himself plain and simply as a ‘sleep...2018-12-0157 min