

The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast
Mollie McGlocklin, Mollie Eastman
The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast, exists to transform the conversation around sleep on the planet! Each episode is a conversation with industry leaders designed to deliver practical takeaways to improve your sleep. The intention is to shift the paradigm of wellness to make SLEEP the #1 focus in our journey towards great health.
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For years, my sleep was a problem in my life. When I went through my own challenging period of insomnia while traveling internationally, I felt like there was nowhere to turn. After obsessively learning all that I could about chronobiology and circadian rhythms — what I learned changed my life and I’m committed to sharing what I've learned (and continue to learn!).
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Creator Bio:
Mollie Eastman (McGlocklin) is the creator of Sleep Is A Skill, and the host of The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast. Sleep Is A Skill is a company that optimizes people’s sleep through a unique blend of technology, accountability, and behavioral change. After navigating insomnia while traveling internationally, she created what she couldn’t find - a place to go to learn the skill set of sleep. With a background in behavioral change from The Nonverbal Group, she became fascinated with chronobiology and its practical application to sleep and our overall experience of life. Knowing the difference between a life with sleep and without, she’s now dedicated her life to sharing the forgotten skill set of sleep. In the spirit of that goal, she has created the #2 sleep podcast, written a popular weekly sleep newsletter for over four years, partnered with luxury hotels & lifestyle brands, and has appeared on over 150 podcasts.
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For years, my sleep was a problem in my life. When I went through my own challenging period of insomnia while traveling internationally, I felt like there was nowhere to turn. After obsessively learning all that I could about chronobiology and circadian rhythms — what I learned changed my life and I’m committed to sharing what I've learned (and continue to learn!).
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Creator Bio:
Mollie Eastman (McGlocklin) is the creator of Sleep Is A Skill, and the host of The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast. Sleep Is A Skill is a company that optimizes people’s sleep through a unique blend of technology, accountability, and behavioral change. After navigating insomnia while traveling internationally, she created what she couldn’t find - a place to go to learn the skill set of sleep. With a background in behavioral change from The Nonverbal Group, she became fascinated with chronobiology and its practical application to sleep and our overall experience of life. Knowing the difference between a life with sleep and without, she’s now dedicated her life to sharing the forgotten skill set of sleep. In the spirit of that goal, she has created the #2 sleep podcast, written a popular weekly sleep newsletter for over four years, partnered with luxury hotels & lifestyle brands, and has appeared on over 150 podcasts.
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Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 6min
233: Seth Jones, CEO of Superstratum: From Sick Homes to Healing Sleep: A Step-by-Step Detox Guide
Seth Jones, CEO of Superstratum, a company turning home detoxification into a simple, DIY process from everyday cleaners to whole home protocols. Seth’s story is wild: he went from DJ nights in L.A. to battling mold and mycotoxin exposure in his own home, then building science backed solutions that help families breathe (and sleep) easier.SHOWNOTES:😴 From DJ to building science: How Seth’s mold crisis changed his life and sleep😴 Are your sleep problems linked to unseen indoor air issues?😴 Mold vs. Mycotoxins: Why toxins matter more for sleep😴 Did modern airtight homes trade energy savings for poor air?😴 Basement truth: Much of your home’s air rises from below😴 The remediation gap: Why mold removal doesn’t end the problem😴 Super Stratum’s 3-step system: Clean, gas, and long-term coat😴 Air cleaning decoded: Filters vs. ionization explained😴 Multi-cluster ionization: Why some sleep better right away😴 HVAC mistakes: Oversizing, humidity swings, hot-cold cycles😴 The Goldilocks target: ~50% humidity for sleep and health😴 Testing without stress: When to swab, inspect, or act😴 Morning light magic: How open blinds reset circadian rhythm😴 Yoga at sunrise: A 10-minute flow boosting energy and sleep😴 Cleaning habits as part of sleep hygiene😴 https://superstratumlabs.com/?ref=sleepisaskill Enjoy 10% discount use code: SLEEPISASKILL SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill ☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: https://superstratumlabs.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superstratum.co/DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Sep 25, 2025 • 44min
232: Jonny Miller, Founder of Nervous System Mastery: Why Chasing Sleep Fails and What Your Nervous System Needs Instead
BIO:Jonny Miller is the founder of Nervous System Mastery, a course that has helped hundreds of founders and tech leaders cultivate calm, reduce nervousness, and elevate their sense of aliveness.SHOWNOTES:😴 How grief sparked Johnny Miller’s path to nervous system mastery😴 Why “Sleep is a Skill” starts with the nervous system, not the pillow😴 What top-down, bottom-up, and outside-in self-regulation really look like😴 How to break the insomnia anxiety loop with practical downshifts😴 Why humming and extended exhales can nudge you into parasympathetic mode😴 How environmental design creates conditions where sleep can arise😴 What the surfing analogy teaches us about letting sleep “come to you”😴 Which light habits after sunset quietly make or break your nights😴 How data (like HRV) helps you run tiny experiments that actually stick😴 What “emotional debt” is and how it fuels dysregulation and poor sleep😴 How to spot hyper vs. hypo arousal and avoid ping-ponging between them😴 Why NSDR/Yoga Nidra can train the “downshift” muscle in 20 minutes😴 How morning sunlight, movement, and breath set up better sleep at night😴 Why progress means shortening the “half-life” of reactivity, not never reacting😴 What to know about somatic work, from gentle breath to guided journeys😴 Highlights from Johnny’s 5-week cohort and what changes participants report😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: https://nsmastery.com/SLEEPISASKILLInstagram: http://instagram.com/jonnym1llerX: twitter.com/jonnym1llerLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonnym1llerDISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Sep 20, 2025 • 57min
231: Dr. Christy Sutton, DC & Author of The Iron Curse Why Both Low & High Iron Can Wreck Your Nights
SHOWNOTES:😴 Low vs. high iron: What’s the real difference in symptoms, and why can both wreck your sleep?😴 Ferritin ranges decoded: Why Dr. Christy keeps it under ~100, and how men vs. women differ😴 Your iron panel & action steps: Which labs to request, what ranges to note, and how to talk to your clinician😴 High iron, low ferritin: When can genes or hemolysis create this confusing picture?😴 Hemochromatosis wake-up call: How can unaddressed iron overload hit brain, liver, hormones—and sleep?😴 Brain on Iron: How do Gaba and melatonin suffer when iron goes too high?😴 Supplement timing: Why morning b vitamins and the right magnesium type matter for sleep😴 Metabolic rhythm: How blood sugar swings, cortisol spikes, and protein timing shape your nights😴 Sleep discipline & devices: Could routine and phone boundaries move the needle more than hacks?😴 Sleep alliance, not “sleep divorce” (see our podcast with Dr. Troxel for more on this) What if separate rooms or staggered bedtimes save everyone’s sleep?😴 How did progesterone become Dr. Christy’s surprise sleep needle-mover?😴 Learn more: Dr. Christy’s book “the iron curse”, courses, and ongoing resources for complex cases😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill Enjoy 15 % Discount☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: https://www.drchristysutton.com/Instagram: @drchristysuttonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drchristysutton/DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Sep 15, 2025 • 57min
230: Dylan Gemelli, Fitness Creator (1.5M+ IG Followers) & Biohacking Advocate: The Cost of Bad Sleep: Stress, Screens, and Self-Sabotage
BIO:Dylan Gemelli is a prominent figure in the fitness and biohacking industry. He is known for his expertise in health, fitness, and performance enhancement. Dylan is the creator of the Dylan Gemelli Podcast, which features enlightening discussions with experts and influencers in the health and wellness space. His work focuses on improving the quality of life through biohacking, fitness, and longevity strategies. He is currently working on his masters degree in dietetics along with certifications as an integrative health professional and cellular health advisor. Dylan is a God first family man that has his sights set on not only helping others to improve their health, wellness and quality of life but to also be an inspiration to everyone!SHOWNOTES:😴 From athlete to biohacker: What Dylan's winding path taught him about sleep😴 Why “I fall asleep fast” can still hide a sleep problem😴 What really wakes you at 3 a.m.: Stress loop, screens, or physiological triggers😴 Eat earlier, sleep deeper: How evening calories quietly hijack recovery😴 Blue light done right: Daytime harmony vs. nighttime block—what’s the difference?😴 Data as a mirror: How tracking nudges real behavior change😴 Undiagnosed and common: Why testing for sleep disorders is essential😴 Social jet lag at home: Does your weekend schedule undo your week’s progress?😴 How to craft your circadian day😴 Timeless nights: Ditch the clock to stop the 3 a.m. spiral😴 Bedroom audit: darker, cooler, quieter, what’s your next 1% upgrade?😴 Workout timing matters: Why finishing earlier smooths sleep onset and duration😴 Evening wind-down & Morning momentum that works😴 Break the late-night loop: Shifting from 3–4 a.m. to 10:30–11 p.m.😴 Progress over perfection: The mindset that keeps Dylan’s change moving😴 And so much more!SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill ☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: https://peptidepro.ioInstagram: @dylangemelliFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DylanGemelli/DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Sep 11, 2025 • 25min
229: Dr. Upneet (Neety) Chawla, MD, Double Board-Certified in Internal & Sleep Medicine: Sleep Apnea Myths That Keep People Sick and Exhausted
BIO:Dr. Upneet (Neety) Chawla, MD, is a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine. She serves as an Assistant Professor at Rush University Medical Center with roles in both the Departments of Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine. Her efforts are dedicated to merging the fields of sleep health with hospital medicine and extending this knowledge to the public. Dr. Chawla completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center in Ohio and her fellowship in Sleep Medicine at Rush University Medical Center.Beyond her clinical and academic roles, Dr. Chawla aims to simplify the complexities of sleep medicine for the general public. She is an avid advocate for the importance of sleep health, using her expertise to educate and connect with a broader audience. Through her presence on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok (@sleeping.beauty_MD), she provides valuable insights, tips, and a behind-the-scenes look into the life of a sleep medicine expert.Dr. Chawla is committed to ensuring that everyone has access to sleep health information, advocating for its integration into comprehensive medical care and public health awareness.SHOWNOTES:😴 What is sleep apnea really and why it’s not just about weight or age?😴 Snoring, waking up to use the restroom, daytime fatigue… Could these be overlooked warning signs?😴 Home sleep test vs in lab study: Which one is right for you?😴 Sleep apnea basics: What’s the difference between mild, moderate, and severe?😴 CPAP therapy in 2025: Still bulky or now sleek and comfortable?😴 Are there alternatives to CPAP: From oral appliances to positional devices😴 Can you really see results within days of starting treatment?😴 How behavioral sleep medicine can help you adjust to CPAP and break through resistance😴 What is central sleep apnea and how does it differ from obstructive sleep apnea?😴 Why you should keep your threshold low when deciding whether to see a sleep physician😴 A surprising resource: How Project Sleep’s free hotline can guide you to the right help😴 Dr. Chawla’s morning routine for better sleep: Walking, daylight, and the power of a 10,000 lux light😴 Dr. Chawla’s biggest aha moment: How consistency in routines transformed her sleep😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskill GUEST LINKS:Instagram: @sleeping.beauty_MDYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@aurowellnessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aurowellnessTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@auro.wellness?_t=8nrXA1jnFeM&_r=1DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Sep 8, 2025 • 49min
228: Dr. Nayan Patel, Author Advancing Root-Rause Solutions for Sleep, Stress, Sleep & Cellular Health: Tired but Wired? The Oxidative Stress Fix You Haven’t Tried
BIO:DR. NAYAN PATEL is a sought after pharmacist, wellness expert, and thought leader in his industry. He has been working with physicians since 1999 to custom develop medication for their clients and design a patient specific drug and nutrition regimen. He has been the pharmacist of choice to celebrities, CEOs and physicians themselves. He recently published his first comprehensive book, The Glutathione Revolution: Fight Disease, Slow Aging & Increase Energy. After 11 years of clinical research on the master antioxidant, glutathione, Dr. Patel and his team developed a patented technology to deliver Glutathione topically, changing the game on how best to absorb GSH systemically. From this technology he additionally developed The Auro GSH Antioxidant Delivery System to create a skincare line to deliver antioxidants more efficiently and effectively than ever before at potent concentrations. SHOWNOTES:😴 From pharmacy to sleep: Why Dr. Patel left “forever pills” to chase real healing😴 The two complaints Dr. Patel heard most: “I’m tired” and “I can’t sleep”😴 Menopause and sleep: How balancing hormones (especially progesterone) can be a game changer😴 Oxidative stress 101: Why your brain (2% of body weight, 20% of oxygen use) is ground zero😴 Glutathione, but different: How a topical cellular delivery approach changed the results😴 Not a sedative: How lowering oxidative stress can make sleep show up on its own😴 When wired-and-tired execs can’t shut off: Dr. Patel’s rare, supervised use of low-dose active thyroid (T3)😴 The Endocrine Pyramid: Fix stress first, stabilize diet and insulin next, then tune hormones😴 Magnesium as a first move: Relaxing the body before chasing complex solutions😴 Night routine that works: Books, meditation tracks, and back sleeping😴 Morning priming: Oxygenating breaths, gratitude practice, and visualizing three wins😴 Hyperbaric at home: Why extra oxygen leaves Dr. Patel sleeping deeply and thinking clearly😴 And so much more!SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskill GUEST LINKS:Discover how glutathione works. Read the deep dive: https://aurowellness.com/blog/does-glutathione-helps-with-sleep/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AurowellnessYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@aurowellnessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aurowellnessTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@auro.wellness?_t=8nrXA1jnFeM&_r=1 DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Sep 2, 2025 • 41min
227: Kaely McDevitt, Registered Dietitian Specializing in Women's Health. Sleep, Stress, and Hormones: Unlocking the Hidden Connections
BIO: Kaely McDevitt is a Registered Dietitian specializing in nutrition for women's health. She owns a virtual private practice where she and her team help their clients reclaim their energy, optimize fertility and overcome hormone symptoms through personalized nutrition. Having experienced the pitfalls of a conventional approach to women's health first hand, Kaely is passionate about empowering women to build health from a place of connection: to self, to nature and to community. SHOWNOTES:😴 How do hormones, ovulation, and fertility connect with sleep?😴 What personal health struggles led our guest to pivot into women’s hormone health?😴 Why is sleep often the first “tell” when stress and hormones are out of balance?😴 What role does circadian rhythm play in fertility and hormone balance?😴 How can lifestyle “low-hanging fruit” like light, caffeine, and routines improve sleep?😴 Why are minerals like magnesium, calcium, sodium, and potassium unsung heroes for sleep?😴 How does under-eating or blood sugar instability sabotage sleep and hormones?😴 How does cycle syncing help optimize nutrition, workouts, and even sleep quality?😴 Why is progesterone called the “sleep hormone,” and what happens when it’s low?😴 What morning and evening routines support better sleep for women (and moms!)?😴 What was Kaely’s biggest “aha” moment for healing sleep and hormones?😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🪟Ublockout— Can You STILL See Your Hand In Front Of Your Face When You Are In Bed? Well, you NEED to know about this company that will get on a Zoom call with you and help you measure your windows for a custom AND affordable blackout solution! Enjoy 10% OFF. Code: SLEEPISASKILL 🛌🏻 Transform your sleep with Eight Sleep’s cooling mattress—personalized temperature control that will boost your deep sleep & heart rate variability - all while dropping your wakeups, heart rate, & respiratory rate. Code: sleepisaskill🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: www.kaelyrd.comInstagram: @kaelyrdDISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A

Aug 28, 2025 • 59min
226: Campbell Will, Integrative Physiotherapist & Breathwork Educator: Why Your Breath Might Be the Hidden Cause of Your Insomnia
Campbell looks at health from a 'nervous system' first approach, teaching the importance of movement and breathing as it relates to the nervous system. He combines his background in physiotherapy with a specialisation in breathwork that focuses not on the experience, but on the restoration of optimal breathing. His outlook focuses on systems over symptoms and people over problems. SHOWNOTES:😴 How does your breathing during the day influence your ability to fall asleep at night?😴 What’s the difference between “offline” tools: daytime breath practices, and “online” tools: in-the-moment fixes at 3am?😴 How can slow, intentional breathing (SIB) switch your nervous system into recovery mode?😴 Why is remembering moments of relaxation as important as the breath itself?😴 Can short, 2–3 minute practices throughout the day actually improve sleep more than long sessions at night?😴 What role does self-awareness play in breaking the cycle of stress and insomnia?😴 How do unconscious habits like “email apnea” silently disrupt your physiology?😴 Why is training your “breathing autopilot” the secret to long-term resilience?😴 What does outcome-based breath work mean, and how can it reshape your health strategy?😴 Can breath work really support those with sleep apnea or disordered breathing?😴 How does the nervous system’s plasticity mean it’s never too late to change, even after decades of poor patterns?😴 Why is recovery just as crucial as performance, and how can breath work bridge the two?😴 What’s the most powerful daily shift: waiting until bedtime to relax, or sprinkling “mini off-switch” moments across your day?😴 What has been the biggest personal aha moment about breath and sleep from our guest?😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🪟Ublockout— Can You STILL See Your Hand In Front Of Your Face When You Are In Bed? Well, you NEED to know about this company that will get on a Zoom call with you and help you measure your windows for a custom AND affordable blackout solution! Enjoy 10% OFF. Code: SLEEPISASKILL 🛌🏻 Transform your sleep with Eight Sleep’s cooling mattress—personalized temperature control that will boost your deep sleep & heart rate variability - all while dropping your wakeups, heart rate, & respiratory rate. Code: sleepisaskill 🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskill GUEST LINKS:Instagram: @breathbodytherapyFix Your Own Breathing: https://www.breathbodytherapy.com/breath-training-online-courseDISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
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Aug 22, 2025 • 52min
225: Ed Harrold, Author & Public Speaker: The Breathing Mistake That’s Costing You Deep Sleep
BIO:Ed Harrold is an author, inspirational leader, public speaker, coach and educator. Ed’s mastery in the science of mindful breathing blends the fields of neuroscience and the wisdom of contemplative traditions into effective strategies to improve health, well-being and performance. Ed is the author of Life With Breath IQ + EQ = NEW YOU & BodyMindBusiness: The Business Of BE’ing Within.Ed’s Breath AS Medicine Trainings offer Continuing Education in the healthcare, health & wellness, fitness, allied health and sleep medicine communities. His trainings were also a CME course with George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Ed’s breathwork was studied by the Harvard Medical Research team with IEL. Ed is the Breath Expert for Goldie Hawn’s MindUP organization. Ed is a Breath Master on The Breath Source breathwork app (Android & IOS). Learn more about Ed at www.edharrold.com SHOWNOTES:😴 How can breath be the missing link to deeper, restorative sleep?😴 What role does nose breathing vs. mouth breathing play in your sleep quality?😴 Why do racing thoughts at 3 a.m. hijack your rest and how can breath reset your nervous system?😴 Can your diaphragm muscle be the key to better sleep, posture, and emotional balance?😴 How does controlling your breath lower stress hormones and improve immunity for better sleep?😴 What simple breathing practices stop panic when you wake up at night?😴 How can alternate nostril breathing calm anxiety and bring you back to sleep?😴 Why does exhaling longer than you inhale calm your body for deeper sleep?😴 How can breathwork shift chronic insomnia patterns and retrain your brain?😴 Why does closing your mouth at night dramatically improve sleep and breathing health?😴 What is the connection between sleep, breath, and your vagus nerve?😴 Can slowing your breath rate to 6–8 breaths per minute unlock calm, restorative sleep?😴 Discover how intentional, therapeutic breathing can transform health, wellness, and performance with Ed Harrold’s Breath AS Medicine e-learning series 👉https://www.edharrold.com/breath-medicine-elearning-trainings😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🪟Ublockout— Can You STILL See Your Hand In Front Of Your Face When You Are In Bed? Well, you NEED to know about this company that will get on a Zoom call with you and help you measure your windows for a custom AND affordable blackout solution! Enjoy 10% OFF. Code: SLEEPISASKILL🛌🏻 Transform your sleep with Eight Sleep’s cooling mattress—personalized temperature control that will boost your deep sleep & heart rate variability - all while dropping your wakeups, heart rate, & respiratory rate. Code: sleepisaskill🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskill GUEST LINKS:Website: https://www.edharrold.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/Ed_HarroldFacebook: www.facebook.com/EdHarrold Twitter: www.x.com/EdHarroldLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/EdHarroldGoBeGreat DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
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Aug 19, 2025 • 1h 4min
224: Zora Benhamou, Gerontologist, Health Coach & Biohacker: What Doctors Don’t Tell You About Preparing for Surgery… And How It Can Wreck Recovery
BIO:Zora Benhamou is a gerontologist passionate about aging and longevity. She is on a mission to disrupt ageist stereotypes in social media and is host of the Hack My Age podcast focusing on biohacking for women in menopause.Zora is a 52 year old digital nomad, traveled to over 50 countries, lived in 8, and speaks 6 languages. She founded the website HackMyAge.com, the Hack My Age podcast, and is the author of the Longevity Master Plan and cookbook Eating For Longevity. Her social media and podcast following reaches over 100,000 people and is growing quickly. She is also a member of the Gerontological Society of America and the Aging Society of America.Zora received a Masters of Gerontology at the prestigious University of Southern California. She is a certified sports nutrition coach and an Oxygen Advantage Advanced Breathwork Instructor. SHOWNOTES:😴 How can surgery completely disrupt your sleep, and what can you do about it?😴 What mindset shift helped Zora face not one but two hip replacements with calm and resilience?😴 How did biohacking play a role in preparing for surgery and speeding up recovery?😴 Which supplements, peptides, and protocols supported healing, reduced inflammation, and protected sleep?😴 Can tools like NuCalm, meditation, or breathwork really lower anxiety before surgery?😴 Why protein, muscle mass, and even blood flow restriction training can make or break recovery😴 What does Zora’s current sleep routine look like after two surgeries, and what practices still make the biggest difference?😴 And so much more! SPONSORS:🪟Ublockout— Can You STILL See Your Hand In Front Of Your Face When You Are In Bed? Well, you NEED to know about this company that will get on a Zoom call with you and help you measure your windows for a custom AND affordable blackout solution! Enjoy 10% OFF. Code: SLEEPISASKILL🛌🏻 Transform your sleep with Eight Sleep’s cooling mattress—personalized temperature control that will boost your deep sleep & heart rate variability - all while dropping your wakeups, heart rate, & respiratory rate. Code: sleepisaskill🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. Https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill ☕️ Too wired to sleep? MUD\WTR is a coffee alternative with mushrooms + adaptogens that gives you calm, focused energy, without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption. Start your day and wind down with their morning & evening blends.🛌 Save 15% + get a free frother + meditation app access at www.mudwtr.com/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: http://hackmyage.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/hackmyageFacebook: http://facebook.com/hackmyageTwitter: http://twitter.com/hackmyageLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zora-benhamou-37167017/ DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.
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