

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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Jan 28, 2026 • 54min
250: Jonathan Robinson, Psychotherapist & Best-selling Author: MDMA Therapy and the Nervous System Reset
Jonathan Robinson is a former psychotherapist and author of 16 books. He has been a frequent guest on Oprah and CNN, and is well known for his groundbreaking work with MDMA assisted therapy. He has led over 600 MDMA sessions with people over a 40 year period. His books about MDMA include "Ecstasy as Medicine" and "Ecstasy for Couples."
SHOWNOTES:
😴 What happens when sleep tips aren’t enough
😴 Can ecstasy as medicine support sleep, trauma healing, and nervous system regulation?
😴 Why unresolved trauma can teach the body that sleep isn’t safe
😴 How fight-or-flight helps quiet when the brain won’t power down at night
😴 Why MDMA feels different from other psychedelics
😴 Who should (and should not) consider MDMA safety, including key medication contraindications
😴 What a well-supported MDMA protocol actually looks like
😴 How relationship stress can transform and why couples healing matters for sleep
😴 Why integration and accountability are what make lasting change stick, long after the session
😴 Learn more about MDMA: MDMAtraining.net and Jonathan’s book: Ecstasy as Medicine /Ecstasy For Couples
😴 And many moreSPONSORS:
🧠 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
GUEST LINKS:
Website: MDMAtraining.net
Use code: SLEEPISASKILL for $250 OFFInstagram: @jon2ric
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

Jan 22, 2026 • 45min
249: Emily Sardi, NP, Women’s Health Expert: Estrogen Loss Is Ruining Your Nights
Emily Sadri is a double board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife. She studied at the University of Pennsylvania and began her career in New York City, drawn to midwifery for its deep focus on relationships and walking with women—not in front of them.After a decade in conventional medicine, frustrated by the limits of insurance-based care, Emily founded Aurelia—a telehealth practice for women in midlife—on the belief that real care starts with time, trust, and connection.A mother of four, Emily lives what she teaches: that women deserve healthcare that sees them, hears them, and stands beside them through every stage of life. At Aurelia, she’s rewriting the rules—and helping women do midlife better™.SHOWNOTES:😴 Meet Emily Sadri: How did a UPenn nurse midwife become a women’s health & sleep specialist?😴 The hidden cost of burnout culture and being celebrated for exhaustion😴 The covid curveball: what changed when she finally slept at night?😴 Cycle fall apart vs. hormone decline explained😴 Perimenopause sleep signals you shouldn’t ignore😴 Estrogen rhythm as the primary circadian driver😴 Progesterone cliffhanger and why it’s not always the answer😴 3–4 a.m. wakeups linked to estrogen shifts😴 Career change as the ultimate sleep intervention😴 The biggest sleep shift estrogen optimization as a life changing lever after 35😴 And many moreSPONSORS:🧠 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 GUEST LINKS:Website: www.emilysadri.com/sleepisaskill Free Perimenopause Guidebook and up to $250 off a programInstagram: @emilysadri_np and @aureilawomenshealthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/emilysadri.np.ohioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-sadri/ 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

Jan 19, 2026 • 46min
248: Ashley Williams, DPT: How Daytime Posture Shapes Nighttime Sleep
Ashley is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 20 years of expertise in seating, posture, and pressure management. She began her career leading a pediatric seating clinic before bringing her knowledge to the wheelchair manufacturing industry, where she thrived in clinical sales and training, mentoring new therapists in foundational seating principles.Her career has been built on a deep understanding of how the way we sit affects everything from musculoskeletal health to long-term function and comfort. Ashley has spoken at regional and international conferences, guest lectured at universities, and now leads the Ambassador Community at Anthros—an ergonomic seating company rooted in spine science.Known for her high energy, humor, and ability to connect with anyone, Ashley is on a mission to fix the way people sit—and help others feel and function at their best, wherever they are.SHOWNOTES: 😴 Could your workspace /chair be wrecking your sleep more than your mattress?😴 Why pain management actually starts the moment your workday begins😴 Is sitting the new smoking, or is it how you sit that matters most?😴 Pelvis first: the missing link between posture and breathing😴 Why most office chairs support the spine in all the wrong places😴 Try this: hunch and breathe… then sit tall and feel the difference😴 How poor posture quietly locks your nervous system into fight-or-flight😴 Micro-movements, major payoff: small breaks that lead to better sleep😴 A realistic movement rhythm you can actually maintain during workdays😴 The posture audit: what a single photo can reveal about sleep issues😴 Why a dysregulated day can’t magically calm down at night😴 What would change if you invested in how you sit as much as how you sleep?😴 Check out Anthros Chair https://glnk.io/2o78n/Sleepisaskill. Enjoy $200 off😴 And many 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 GUEST LINKS:Website: anthros.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthroschair/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthroschairTwitter: https://x.com/Anthroschair 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

Jan 9, 2026 • 1h 15min
247: Kristin Weitzel, SHERPA Breath & Cold Founder: MDMA-Assisted Facilitation for Trauma & Sleep Support
Kristin is a health and high-performance maven, nutrition specialist, certified fitness trainer, and leader in the global breathwork and cold exposure space. Her SHERPA Breath & Cold Instructor Training program has trained over 175 coaches and healers across North America and the Caribbean using the transformative power of breathwork and ice plunges.Her trademark wit, wisdom, and female biohacking expertise are shared on international stages as well as in her 'Warrior Woman Mode' coaching programs that guide women to optimal health and vitality.Kristin also hosts the WELLPOWER Podcast which blends biohacking and wellness subject matter expertise, inspiring guests, and practical application of tools to lead clients and listeners alike. As a progressive voice, dynamic leader, and health optimization champion, she questions how far the human body can go, and helps others realize their capacity for greatness. SHOWNOTES: 😴 What happens when a Sleep Is a Skill expert gets humbled by insomnia again?😴 Could MDMA-assisted facilitation be a missing link for trauma, hypervigilance, and sleep?😴 Why wake-ups, rumination, and anxiety often signal a nervous system that doesn’t feel safe😴 How stored trauma lives in the body and quietly drives night-time scanning and overthinking😴 Why tools and supplements aren’t always enough to resolve insomnia😴 How hypervigilance can be both a survival superpower and a sleep saboteur😴 What Internal Family Systems (IFS) work reveals about the inner “watchmen” that keep you awake😴 How fear extinction may support nervous system safety and deeper rest😴 What current sleep research suggests about improved sleep quality after MDMA-assisted psychotherapy😴 Why intentional facilitation and screening matter more than the medicine itself😴 Why integration work is essential for lasting nervous system and sleep changes😴 Why circadian basics like light exposure, timing, and routines still make or break sleep😴 And many 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 GUEST LINKS:Website: https://www.wellpower.life/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biohacking.breath.coldFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/warriorwomanmode 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

Dec 30, 2025 • 58min
246: Dr. Donald Shrump Jr, (DC, MS, CSCS) Founder, CORE Performance Labs: Circadian Biology For Ultimate Sleep & Performance Optimization!
Dr. Donald (DC, MS, CSCS) works with high-output leaders and pros who want steady energy, sound sleep, and clear decision-making under pressure. Trained as a scientist and former decathlete, he runs a diagnostics-first process: measure first (labs, sleep architecture, HRV, cognitive speed, recovery), act second (light and rhythm, training, sleep, nutrition, travel), then track the deltas in plain numbers. He blends East + West methodologies - nature’s tools before prescriptions - and aligns each client’s MD, trainer, and nutrition so the plan runs as one roadmap. His practice is referral-led and confidentiality is standard. Current work includes select 1:1 advisories and a small, invite-only cohort for leaders who want a clear, sustainable system for health and performance.As a fruit of his labor, CORE Performance Labs is on the way - an evidence-led program built from his vast experience. If you’d like an early look, follow Dr. Donald on LinkedIn to stay in the loop. SHOWNOTES: 😴 How circadian biology determines when your body is actually ready for sleep😴 Why sleep timing matters more than sleep duration😴 How chronotypes explain night owls, early birds, and persistent sleep struggles😴 How elite performers protect sleep while competing late at night😴 When sleep tracking helps—and when it creates anxiety😴 Why the sleep environment often matters more than supplements😴 How cortisol & melatonin and blood sugar disruptions ruin sleep quality😴 Why glucose spikes at night trigger middle-of-the-night wake-ups😴 How light exposure and body temperature control sleep depth😴 Why sleep routines borrowed from others can backfire😴 How morning routines quietly shape nighttime melatonin release😴 Why personalized sleep strategies outperform one-size-fits-all advice😴 And many 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 GUEST LINKS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshrump/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drshrump/ 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

Dec 22, 2025 • 49min
245: Ryan Gober, Neuroscience PhD: When Your Nervous System Won’t Switch Off
Dr. Ryan Gober, Medical Science Liaison at Electromedical Products International (EPI). Dr. Gober shares his insights on the science behind Alpha-Stim, its clinical applications for anxiety, insomnia, and pain, and the role of non-invasive brain stimulation in mental health treatment.Electromedical Products International (EPI) is a medical device company specializing in developing neuromodulation technologies including its flagship product, Alpha-Stim. Alpha-Stim is a FDA cleared medical device which utilizes a form of non-invasive electrical stimulation to treat symptoms of anxiety, insomnia, and pain. Ryan Gober is a Medical Science Liaison with EPI's Medical Affairs team responsible for sharing scientific and clinical information related to the Alpha-Stim device. Prior to joining EPI, Ryan completed an NIH research fellowship followed by a PhD in translational neuroscience where he performed research on behavioral health conditions and developed an interest in non-pharmacological options for treating mental health conditions, leading him to join Alpha-Stim. SHOWNOTES: 😴 What is Alpha-stim, and how does brain stimulation support sleep?😴 Why are anxiety and insomnia so deeply interconnected?😴 How can drug-free tools help when medications fall short?😴 How does alpha-stim work through cranial nerves and brain networks?😴 Why is reducing rumination key for calming a racing mind at night?😴 How does the default mode network keep people awake?😴 What does clinical research show about insomnia outcomes?😴 How long does it take to see sleep quality improvements?😴 Why is consistency more important than instant results for insomnia?😴 Can daytime use still improve nighttime sleep?😴 What makes alpha-stim different from vagus nerve stimulators?😴 Why might nervous system regulation outperform “knock-you-out” solutions?😴 And many 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 GUEST LINKS:Instagram: https://alpha-stim.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gober-phd-967bb4135/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

Dec 17, 2025 • 51min
244: Mark Dini, Circadian & Quantum Strategies, Why Your Sleep Fixes Aren’t Working
Mark Dini is a decentralized health consultant specializing in quantum and circadian biology, functional medicine, comprehensive blood testing, tissue-specific bioregulator peptides, signaling peptide therapy, and longevity and healthspan optimization. His career is dedicated to advancing holistic and scientific methods to improve health and well-being on a global scale.As a business partner at an innovative health tracker startup in Singapore, Mark is contributing to the development of the world’s first preventive health tracking ring, now in the third stage of seed funding. The initiative aims to revolutionize health monitoring and management by enabling early detection and personalized prevention.In addition, Mark is involved in the development of an AI-driven app in partnership with a longevity clinic in South Africa. This collaboration seeks to enhance the precision of laboratory diagnostics, enabling more accurate analysis and personalized treatment protocols. SHOWNOTES: 😴 How a personal health journey reshaped the way we think about sleep😴 Why western medicine alone often misses the root cause of poor sleep😴 How type a habits can quietly sabotage deep sleep and recovery😴 Why understanding the mind-body connection matters more than routines😴 How nervous system safety unlocks true sleep recovery😴 Why “if you’re not testing, you’re guessing” applies to sleep optimization😴 How to use wearables as tools for awareness, not competition😴 What recovery actually requires beyond workouts and biohacks😴 How light exposure trains your circadian rhythm from morning to night😴 The biggest sleep breakthrough: why getting thoughts onto paper changes everything😴 And many 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 GUEST LINKS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdiniofficial/LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/markdiniDISCLAIMER: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

Dec 3, 2025 • 43min
243: Dr Joseph Dituri, (‘Dr. Deep Sea’!): The Hyperbaric Secret to Better Sleep: What 100 Days Underwater Revealed
Dr Joseph Dituri, also known as Dr. Deep Sea, is a biomedical engineer, former U.S. Navy saturation diver, and professor who lived underwater for 100 days as part of Project Neptune— a groundbreaking scientific mission to study how extended high-pressure environments affect the human body and brain. During his time beneath the sea, Dr. Dituri and everyone who visited him experienced something extraordinary — their deep and REM sleep doubled, reaching an unheard-of 60–66% each night. SHOWNOTES: 😴 What 100 days underwater revealed about deep sleep😴 How hyperbaric oxygen became a surprising sleep breakthrough😴 Which hyperbaric protocols actually work and which don’t😴 Why pressure metabolism can reset your sleep depth😴 How oxygen and pressure may enhance brain repair and memory😴 Why chronic inflammation might be your hidden sleep disruptor😴 How hyperbaric therapy could boost HRV recovery fast😴 The unexpected sleep upgrade that changed his nights forever😴😴 And many 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 GUEST LINKS:Website: Book - The Art and Science of Hyperbaric MedicineInstagram: @drdeepseaLinkedIn: Joseph Dituri, Ph.D.Book - The Art and Science of Hyperbaric MedicineDISCLAIMER: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

Nov 27, 2025 • 56min
242: Andrew Poles, Executive Coach & Ultra-Endurance Athlete: The Hidden Reason You Can’t Sleep: Being ‘Incomplete’
Andrew Poles is an executive coach, leadership strategist, and ultra-endurance athlete dedicated to helping visionary founders scale their businesses without burning out.With 20+ years of experience, Andrew has coached over 10,000 leaders from companies like NASA, Dell, Schwab, Epic Games, and Netflix. After leading and turning around multi-million-dollar businesses, he left the corporate world to launch his coaching practice—hitting six figures in six weeks and doubling year over year since.Andrew’s approach blends neuroscience, leadership psychology, and storytelling, helping first-time founders navigate the leap from individual contributor to visionary CEO.As an ultra-endurance athlete, Andrew also understands high performance on a whole different level—training for and completing the grueling Telluride 100 Mountain Bike Race at 10,000 feet elevation. His upcoming book explores what endurance sports teach about leadership, mindset, and breaking past self-imposed limits.SHOWNOTES:😴 How do unresolved emotions + conversations quietly sabotage your sleep each night?😴 What does it really mean to be “complete + present” — and why does it transform your nights?😴 How can a messy to-do list + calendar create hidden sleep debt you don’t even notice?😴 Where does being out of integrity + alignment show up in your body and your sleep?😴 Why do unfinished relationships + resentments keep waking you up at 3am?😴 How does speaking with truth + intention instantly shift nighttime stress?😴 How can clear promises + boundaries create more calm in your evenings?😴 Why does replacing memory with a real system + capture tool improve deep rest?😴 How does completing your day with reflection + journaling shift your nervous system?😴 Why does “being complete” increase your presence + peace faster than any gadget?😴 And many moreSPONSORS:🧠 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/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: www.andrewpoles.comYouTube: Andrew Poles CoachingLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrewpolesDISCLAIMER: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

Nov 20, 2025 • 50min
241: Part 2: Dr. Raleigh Duncan, Founder and CEO, Clearlight: Sauna Heat: The Missing Link in Deep Sleep & Nervous System Regulation
Dr. Raleigh Duncan is widely recognized for his expertise in infrared therapy and is one of the most significant contributors to technologies that support healing the human body. He is a Board-Certified Doctor of Chiropractic and founded Clearlight over 28 years ago—now a global leader in infrared saunas and innovative wellness solutions.He is considered one of the early pioneers in infrared sauna technology, holding multiple patents and patents-pending for Clearlight’s signature innovations. His work includes developing the patented Carbon/Ceramic infrared heaters and Clearlight’s True Wave™ far infrared and full-spectrum heaters, known for deeper infrared penetration and industry-leading low EMF/ELF levels.Dr. Duncan has a long history of serving the wellness and fitness industries, designing systems and health products from concept to manufacturing with a strong focus on safety, quality, and consumer care.SHOWNOTES:😴 The Ancient rituals behind modern hot–cold therapy😴 How saunas + therapy improve emotional outcomes😴 How infrared therapy impacts inflammation + mood😴 Why cold plunges feel easier after sauna😴 How hot baths support nightly wind-down😴 Why sauna timing depends on nervous system😴 Stacking healing modalities inside your sauna😴 Keeping your phone away improves sleep😴 What does Dr. Duncan’s personal sleep setup looks like and what can we learn from it?😴 How contrast therapy strengthens the body😴 If you’re considering investing in a Clearlight Sauna, Dr. Duncan shares an exclusive Sleep Is A Skill offer, the code SLEEPSKILL is valid for 15% off an order on shop.infraredsauna.com and users can save $600 - $1000 on their sauna on infraredsauna.com through Dec. 1SPONSORS:🧠 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/sleepisaskillGUEST LINKS:Website: https://infraredsauna.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearlightsaunas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saunaworksTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clearlight_life?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clearlight-wellnessDISCLAIMER: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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