Why do we sleep, how much does it matter, how much sleep do we really need, to what extent do lifestyle factors like coffee, alcohol and technology affect our ability to sleep? Today we’re talking to Matthew Walker, the award winning author of bestseller ‘Why We Sleep’ about sleep, getting to grips with our sleep cycles, the connection between sleep and our ... Show More
Yesterday
Beat the 3pm Slump, Survive a Bad Night’s Sleep & The Low-Down on Lie-Ins
How can we beat the dreaded 3pm slump? Could 20 minutes of exercise really help after a terrible night’s sleep? And should we actually stop feeling guilty about a weekend lie-in? This week, we share simple ways to boost energy as we head into autumn, from spreading protein across ... Show More
54m 24s
Sep 7
Can Inflammation Affect Your Mood? Healthy Ageing & The ‘Ferritin Face’ Trend
Can inflammation really affect our mood and mental health? Could eating more plants help us age better? And what on earth is “ferritin face”? This week, we explore the fascinating connection between our immune system, inflammation and mental health, and unpack new research sugges ... Show More
53m 13s
May 2025
From The Vault: Neuroscientist Matthew Walker On Why Sleep Is Your Superpower
Dr. Matthew Walker is a world-renowned neuroscientist, sleep expert, and the bestselling author of “Why We Sleep.” In this conversation, we explore sleep not as a passive state, but as the biological foundation of life itself—the platform from which wakefulness emerges. We dive i ... Show More
3h 2m
Aug 2020
#126 – Matthew Walker, Ph.D.: Sleep and immune function, chronotypes, hygiene tips, and addressing questions about his book
<div> <p>In this episode, sleep expert Matthew Walker returns by popular demand to dive deeper into many sleep-related topics, starting with what we've learned about sleep through the lens of the COVID-19 pandemic and how sleep impacts the immune system. He then covers topics suc ... Show More
1h 41m
Jan 2020
Matthew Walker: "The Shorter Your Sleep, The Shorter Your Life" | Zeitgeist 2019
This episode is with neuroscientist and sleep diplomat Matthew Walker on how your brain, heart, immune system, and genetics can be negatively affected by even an hour less of sleep each night, and how to sleep better for a longer, healthier life. Dr. Matthew Walker is a former Pr ... Show More
21m 59s
Dec 2024
The Science Of Perfect Sleep - Dr Matthew Walker - #883
Dr. Matthew Walker is a neuroscientist, professor at UC Berkley, and author. Many of the mental and physical challenges you might be facing could have a surprisingly simple solution: more sleep. But why is sleep so essential? What happens when we sleep, and how can we optimize ou ... Show More
2h 43m
May 2024
196: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
Sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity. Today’s author promises us a revolutionary exploration of sleep, examining how it affects every aspect of our physical and mental well-being. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to ... Show More
1h 32m
Jun 2019
#58 – AMA with sleep expert, Matthew Walker, Ph.D.: Strategies for sleeping more, sleeping better, and avoiding things that are disrupting sleep
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29m 1s