Tonight we get to introduce you to Chasing Sleep a new podcast about sleep (and so much more). You can check out the podcast right now in your podcast app or by using this link.
In every episode of Chasing Sleep, they will talk to people whose careers, passions, and locations impact their ability to get what we think of as conventional sleep. As we explore their worlds, we’ll discover how they sleep well so they can live well. Follow fascinating people, including an astronaut, a wildlife photographer, and an endurance athlete, and learn their secrets to getting great sleep wherever they are.
Chasing Sleep is an iHeartRadio podcast in collaboration with Mattress Firm.
The Reality of Gaming
We may not think of gaming and eSports as physical events, but professional gamers like Will Wiggins, who goes by Black Oni on Twitch, condition themselves and their sleep as if they’re professional athletes to enhance performance and extend the longevity of their careers. Neurologist and sleep specialist Dr. Chris Winter, who works with professional sports teams, explains the science of sleep for performance, and how games may be tricking our brains to stay awake, with tips on how to avoid blue light.
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