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Russell Foster

Professor of circadian neuroscience and head of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. World-leading expert on circadian rhythms and author of the book "Life Time."

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729 snips
Dec 22, 2022 • 1h 17min

7 Lessons I'm Taking Into 2023 - Season 4 Wrapped

In a reflective conversation, Tara Swart, a neuroscientist, shares insights on enhancing brain performance through nutrition and sleep. Entrepreneur Alex Hormozi discusses overcoming ignorance to seize business opportunities. Sleep expert Russell Foster emphasizes the significance of circadian rhythms for mental health. Caspar Lee talks about breaking comfort zones for personal growth, while Timothy Armoo delves into gamification strategies. Relationship expert Matthew Hussey highlights the art of building deep connections, and Lana Blakely offers wisdom on intentional living and mindfulness.
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677 snips
Oct 6, 2022 • 1h 52min

The Science Of Body Clocks: How It Can Revolutionize Your Sleep And Health - Prof Russell Foster

In a captivating discussion, Professor Russell Foster, a leading expert on circadian neuroscience from the University of Oxford, unpacks the intricate workings of our body clocks. He explores how light exposure influences sleep patterns and overall health, emphasizing the importance of morning light. Russell debunks common sleep myths, advises on managing light from devices, and shares personalized sleep strategies. The conversation highlights the profound impact of circadian rhythms on well-being, making it clear that optimizing our internal clocks is key to better health.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 53min

Unlock Better Sleep and Health by Harnessing Your Circadian Rhythm

In this engaging conversation, Russell Foster, a professor of circadian neuroscience and author of Life Time, unveils the mysteries of our internal clocks. He explains how circadian rhythms regulate not just sleep but also physical and mental health. Discover the impacts of light exposure, the perils of night shifts, and strategies to align your lifestyle with your body’s natural rhythms. Foster also discusses chronotypes, optimal exercise times, and the timing of medications for better health outcomes. Tune in to optimize your sleep and well-being!
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Feb 7, 2024 • 2h 11min

How Separate Beds Can Boost Your Relationship, The Truth About Sleep Supplements & Naps, Reducing Night Time Peeing & The New Science Of The Body Clock with Professor Russell Foster #424

In this engaging discussion, Professor Russell Foster, a renowned expert in circadian neuroscience, shares groundbreaking insights into sleep. He highlights how separate beds can actually strengthen relationships by accommodating differing sleep patterns. The conversation dives into the importance of natural light, the limitations of sleep trackers, and the roles of magnesium and melatonin in enhancing sleep health. Foster also addresses common issues like nighttime peeing, underscoring that sleep is dynamic and within our control, leaving listeners with actionable tips for better rest.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 32min

Sleep: How Do We Get More?

Sleep: How Do We Get More? Guests include Pam DeYoung, a lab coordinator, Dr. Brady Riedner, a sleep researcher, and Prof. Russell Foster, a circadian scientist. Not sleeping enough affects our behavior. A sleepy brain is less efficient and slower. Circadian rhythm affects sleep. Melatonin helps regulate our internal clock. Blue light disrupts sleep. Consistent bedtime routines and a sleep-friendly environment improve sleep quality.
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Oct 24, 2024 • 17min

BITESIZE | Do This Every Morning to Optimise Your Health, Boost Your Mood and Improve Your Sleep | Professor Russell Foster #488

In today’s discussion, Russell Foster, a Professor of Circadian Neuroscience at Oxford University, uncovers how light exposure affects our health and mood. He emphasizes the importance of morning light for regulating our biological clock. Foster explains how natural light can enhance mental well-being and improve sleep patterns, presenting light therapy as a promising alternative to medication for mood disorders. The conversation also touches on the detrimental effects of evening screens and the need to align our routines with nature's light cycles for optimal health.
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Dec 14, 2024 • 29min

10. Night Walkers

Join consultant neurologist Professor Guy Leschziner and Professor Russell Foster from the University of Oxford as they delve into the bizarre world of sleepwalking. They share outrageous stories, like a sleepwalker on a motorbike and an artist creating masterpieces in his sleep. The duo explains the intriguing neuroscience behind sleepwalking, exploring sleep phases and triggers like booze and bed squeaks. Plus, they reveal surprising animal sleep behaviors, shedding light on consciousness across species. Prepare for a night of wonder!
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Sep 6, 2022 • 1h 60min

The New Science Of The Body Clock And How It Can Revolutionise Your Sleep and Health with Professor Russell Foster #292

In this conversation, Professor Russell Foster, a leading expert in circadian neuroscience at Oxford, dives into the critical role of our body clocks in sleep and health. He emphasizes how modern life disrupts our natural rhythms, contributing to chronic illnesses like obesity and diabetes. Russell shares strategies to optimize light exposure and align sleep with biological needs. He also discusses the dangers of microsleeps, particularly in night shift workers, and how even small adjustments can significantly enhance overall well-being.
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May 16, 2022 • 42min

The body clock and sleep

Every moment of the day tiny biological clocks are ticking throughout the body, but Russell Foster, world-renowned expert in circadian neuroscience, warns that modern life is playing havoc with these ancient and delicate mechanisms. In his latest book, Life Time: The New Science Of The Body Clock And How It Can Revolutionise Your Sleep and Health, Professor Foster reveals how this essential part of our biology works. He tells Tom Sutcliffe how new understandings about our daily routines could help reset how we live and sleep.ViSiBLE is a professional theatre company dedicated to creating new and provocative works, with and about older people. Its latest performance, Five Characters in Search of a Good Night's Sleep, is at the Southwark Playhouse until 21st May. ViSiBLE’s founder, the playwright Sonja Linden, says the new piece was inspired by the experiences of the actors who as they’ve aged have found sleep more elusive and sleep-inducing techniques more desperate. Ros Holmes is a lecturer in Chinese Studies at the University of St Andrews. Her research focuses on ideas about sleep and insomnia, and how they’ve been represented in the visual culture of twentieth century and contemporary China. From the images of ‘national awakening’ in the early years of the Republic and the always-alert workers of the Cultural Revolution to the cities that never sleep today – sleep deprivation has become part of life in China.Producer: Katy HickmanPhoto Image: 'Five Characters in Search of a Good Night's Sleep' (credit: Bessell Photography)
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11 snips
Mar 15, 2023 • 1h 7min

559: Fix Your Sleep with Russell Foster

The assault on our sleep really only began in earnest 75 years ago as the world became flooded with light, stimuli, shift work, and birthed the concept of a 24/7 world. Today, we're wired and tired, overworked and under rested. This is not news to you, but what might be When we think of high-risk jobs, we often think of underwater welders, fishing boat crew, and oil rig workers. But did you know that all shift work is also high risk? You're unlikely to have physical risks, but the metabolic, mental health, impaired driving ability, and even cancer risks are sky high.  Here's what happens when we don't sleep:  Ghrelin, the hunger hormone goes up Blood glucose and metabolic health suffers  Cardiovascular risk shoots way up Risk of neurodegenerative illness skyrockets  Links Russell’s Book ABOUT RUSSELL FOSTER - Russell Foster is a British professor of circadian neuroscience at Oxford University and the director of the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute (SCNi). He is known for his discovery of non-rod, non-cone ocular photoreceptors that regulate the body’s internal clock. He has received numerous awards for his research, including the Zoological Society scientific medal and the CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire). He is the author of Time Line: Your Body Clock and Its Essential Roles in Good Health and Sleep.