The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast

Mollie McGlocklin, Mollie Eastman
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16 snips
Dec 7, 2023 • 55min

148: Ryan Blaser, Founder and CEO of Test My Home: Building Biology - How Your Home Enviroment Might Be Sabotaging Your Sleep!

Ryan Blaser, the Founder and CEO of Test My Home, dives deep into building biology and how our home environments influence sleep. He shares his inspiring journey from suffering health issues due to mold exposure to becoming an expert in environmental wellness. Listeners learn actionable tips for optimizing sleep spaces, such as improving ventilation and minimizing electronic interference. Ryan also discusses the importance of creating a dedicated sleep sanctuary and the surprising link between diet and sleep quality.
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Dec 4, 2023 • 54min

147: Bill Tancer, co-founder of Signos: Understand How Your Blood Sugar May Be Impacting Your Sleep Quality & Wakeups!

😴 Glucose regulation and sleep😴 Metabolic health and weight loss😴 Oatmeal and sleep experimentation😴 The interface on the Cygnos app😴 Behavioral change and sleep😴 Different chronotypes and carb spikes😴 Nightly sleep routine😴 Impact of sleeping with light😴 Morning meditation and email boundaries😴 Quality of sleep and snoring😴 The impact of mindset😴 Remembering dreams😴 Using technology to improve health😴 Discover how your body responds to what you eat, and make small changes to hit your health goals. Check out SIGNOS   and  Enjoy 20% OFF SPONSOR:🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea    Code: SLEEP10 🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night…https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​ GUEST LINKS:Website: www.signos.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-tancer-986683/ DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Nov 30, 2023 • 48min

146: Nicole Moyen Ph.D, Science & Clinical Research Director at Eight Sleep: The HUGE Impact Of Temperature On Sleep…And What You Can Do

BIO:Nicole Moyen is the Director of Science & Clinical Research at Eight Sleep and is an expert in thermoregulation and exercise science. She got her Ph.D. from Stanford University and has 30 peer-reviewed publications.  SHOWNOTES:😴 Temperature and sleep😴 Temperature regulation and sleep😴 Sleep and temperature regulation😴 Cold therapy and heat therapy😴 Brown fat and improving sleep😴 Improving deep sleep with heat😴 Clothing and bedding for better sleep😴 Temperature patterns during the menstrual cycle😴 Managing sleep and bedtime routines😴 Men and women need different temperatures😴 Physiology and sleep improvement😴 Temperature and sleep patterns😴 Continual improvement and learning😴 The intelligent sleep system of Eight Sleep Pod automatically cools or warms your bed based on your body and environment, for perfect sleep, every night. Enjoy $150 off using the code "sleepisaskill" Limited Time Only. Check out Eight Sleep HERE!SPONSOR:🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night…https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​GUEST LINKS:Website: https://www.eightsleep.comInstagram: @eightsleepTwitter: @eightsleepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eightsleep/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicolemoyenDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Nov 13, 2023 • 53min

145: Aaron Bromberg, CEO of StimScience. Somnee: First Electronic Sleep Aid Headband — 1.5x More Effective Than Ambien?!

BIO:Aaron Bromberg is the Chief Executive Officer of StimScience. He has over sixteen years of experience launching and managing new hardware and software products at Amazon, Bose, and other startups. He earned a B.S. in Operations Research from Cornell University and an MBA from Duke University. Aaron joined StimScience to apply his experience with consumer devices to help people to sleep better, and to use neuroscience to improve their lives. SHOW NOTES: 😴 Personalized neuroscience for better sleep😴 Sleep benefits and Somnee usage😴 Stimulating brain for optimal sleep😴 Safer alternatives to sleep aids😴 Niche market and sleep deprivation😴 Closed loop personalization😴 Personalized sleep improvement techniques😴 Sleep trackers and closing the loop😴 Sleep advice and lifestyle😴 Sleepwear that looks like sleepwear😴 Books for bedtime vs beach😴 Improving sleep components😴 Improve your sleep quality with Somnee – just 15 minutes at bedtime. Learn more about Somnee and get a discount!SPONSOR:🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILL GUEST LINKS:Website: https://trysomnee.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/try.somnee/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronbromberg/Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronbromberg DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Nov 9, 2023 • 48min

144: Dr. Nishi Bhopal, Integrative Psychiatrist, Sleep Doctor, & Founder of Intrabalance: Educating Physicians, Therapists, & Patients On All Things Sleep!

Nishi Bhopal MD is board certified in Psychiatry, Sleep Medicine, and Integrative Holistic Medicine. She is the founder and medical director of Pacific Integrative Psychiatry, an online practice in California where patients receive a whole-person approach to anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders, including nutrition, mindset coaching, psychotherapy, yoga and meditation, and integrative and functional medicine.In addition to her private practice, Dr. Bhopal is the founder of IntraBalance, an educational platform that includes a YouTube channel for physicians and therapists where she teaches evidence-based, integrative tools to optimize sleep and mental health, along with online courses on sleep for both patients and healthcare practitioners. Her passion is making mental wellness and the science of sleep easy to understand and accessible to all.SHOW NOTES: 😴  Struggling with sleep deprivation😴  Lack of sleep education😴  Sleep medicine doctor shortage😴  Optimizing sleep and addressing causes😴  Tracking and its effects😴  Vitamin D and sleep connection😴  Traditional Diets and Ancestors😴  Managing sleep wake-ups😴  Integrative mind-body practices😴  Time management and sleep😴  CBTI resources and accessibility😴  Prioritizing sleep and lifestyle😴  Importance of holistic sleep approach😴  Join Intrabalance Clinical Sleep Kit: Secure your spot on their waitlist now!😴  And More!! SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night…https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 GUEST LINKS:Website: https://intrabalance.com/ Instagram: @intrabalanceLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishibhopal/ DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Nov 6, 2023 • 1h 9min

143: Nathalie Niddam, Peptides Expert: How Peptides Could Improve Sleep & Hormone Balance (Plus New Peptiide Laws)!

BIO:Nathalie Niddam is a holistic nutritionist, human potential and epigenetic coach and the host of the Biohacking Superhuman Performance Podcast.  Nat is also passionate about Peptides and Peptide Bioregulators- compounds that many in the space believe will revolutionize medicine in the next few years.  SHOW NOTES: 😴 Becoming a peptide expert 😴 Peptides and their potential😴 Peptides and weight loss😴 Perfect sleep and DSIP😴 Peptides for improving sleep😴 Anti-aging and growth hormone😴 Bioregulator peptides and gene expression😴 The pineal gland😴 Compounding pharmacies no longer allowed😴 Regulation changes affecting natural supplements😴 Sleep hygiene and routines😴 Sleep and self-care tips😴 Mattress cooling device and hypothermia😴 Essential amino acids for better sleep😴 Nightstand essentials and sleep aids😴 Meal timing and health😴 Slow gastric emptying and GLP-1 agonists😴 Join Nathalie’s membership community: Optimizing Superhuman Performance😴 And More!! SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night…https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10  GUEST LINKS:Website: natniddam.comInstagram: @nathalieniddamFacebook: optimizingsuperhumanperformanceLinkedin: nathalieniddam DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 1min

142: HOST INTERVIEW - Mollie Eastman, Creator of Sleep Is A Skill: Unveiling the Unique Sleep Protocols at Sleep Is A Skill [Pam Nease Interview!]

Pam Nease, a Sleep Training Expert and creator of Pam Nease Sleep, shares her transformative approaches to help parents get their children to sleep effortlessly. The conversation dives into the fascinating relationship between stable blood sugar and sleep wellness. They discuss innovative sleep supplements and emphasize the importance of personal experiences and evolving sleep practices. Nease also explores societal pressures on sleep and offers valuable insights on aligning daily routines with natural rhythms to enhance overall sleep quality.
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Oct 18, 2023 • 54min

141: Dr. Dave Rabin, Apollo Neuro Co-Founder & CMO: Feeling SAFE To Sleep & How New HRV Supporting AI Tech Can Help!

Exciting Press Release Update! Apollo Neuro Introduces First Wearable with AI-Driven, Personalized Sleep and Stress ReliefMALIBU, Calif. – October 18, 2023 – Apollo Neuro is revolutionizing the wearables category with the introduction of SmartVibesTM. Designed by neuroscientists and physicians to calm the body and restore balance to the nervous system, Apollo delivers gentle, soothing waves of vibration, called Apollo VibesTM, that improve sleep and lower stress. This is also the very first wearable technology to use both predictive and generative AI to learn about a person’s stress levels and sleep quality to proactively deliver soothing vibrations tailored to their body’s specific needs;improving sleep and supporting the body's recovery from stress. Available starting today, Apollo customers who subscribe to a membership will get SmartVibes for sleep, enabling their Apollo wearable to sense when their sleep is disturbed to soothe them back to sleep in real-time. In early November, SmartVibes for stress relief will be available and will integrate with more data sources - starting with Oura Ring - to better understand the body’s readiness, and deliver personalized Apollo Vibes to support stress recovery during the day. BIO: Dr. Dave Rabin, MD, PhD, is a neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health tech entrepreneur & inventor who has been studying the impact of chronic stress in humans for over 15 years. He is the co-founder & chief innovation officer at Apollo Neuroscience, which has developed the first scientifically-validated wearable technology that actively improves sleep, relaxation, focus, and calm, using a novel touch therapy that signals safety to the brain. Dr. Rabin is the Executive Director of The Board of Medicine & the Medical Director of the Apollo Clinic. In addition to focusing on integration therapy, plant and natural medicines, couples therapy, and medicine-assisted psychotherapy, Dr. Rabin specializes in treatment-resistant mental illnesses including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosomatic disorders, personality disorders, chronic pain disorders, insomnia, and substance use disorders using minimal and non-invasive treatment strategies. Dr. Rabin has always been fascinated by consciousness and our inherent ability to heal ourselves from injury and illness. His research focuses on the clinical translation of non-invasive therapies for patients with treatment-resistant illnesses like PTSD and substance use disorders. In addition to his clinical psychiatry practice, Dr. Rabin is currently conducting research on the epigenetic regulation of trauma responses and recovery to elucidate the mechanism of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and the neurobiology of belief. Dr. Rabin received his MD in medicine and PhD in neuroscience from Albany Medical College and specialized in psychiatry with a distinction in research at Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. SHOW NOTES: 😴 Sleep and chronic stress😴 Sleep and mental health😴 Techniques to calm the nervous system😴 Cardio respiratory resonance😴 Sleep and intimacy connection😴 Sleep improvement data😴 Middle of the night wake-ups😴 A.I. revolutionizing personalized medicine😴 Breathing for better sleep😴 Wearing Apollo on the ankle😴 Techniques for managing anxiety😴 Prioritizing skincare and emotional health😴 Misconceptions about sleep😴 Sleep and vivid dreams😴 Neuroscience of psychedelic states😴 Discover Apollo Neuro! , your personal solution for improved sleep and stress relief. It's the first-ever wearable infused with AI technology.😴 And More!! SPONSOR:🎢 If you're waking up at 3 am & suspect blood sugar...​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 🎢 If you want to track your blood sugar for an affordable rate, that ships internationally AND integrates with Oura…Veri Continuous Glucose Monitors Code: VSM-SLEEPISASKILL GUEST LINKS:Website: http://apolloneuro.comInstagram: @ApolloNeuro DISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Oct 16, 2023 • 42min

140: Victoria Bangieva, PhD Clinical Psychologist: Unlocking Better Sleep: Democratizing CBT-I w/DocBotic's Affordable Text-Based Solution

😴 Digital sleep program improves accessibility.😴 Text-based treatment for improving sleep.😴 Improving sleep improves mental health.😴 Importance of a comfortable sleep environment😴 Improving sleep and mental health😴 Prioritize sleep for better productivity.😴 Finding what works for you😴 What could we learn from Dr. Bangieva’s sleep-night habits?😴 Transform Your Sleep with Docbotic! Use SLEEPSKILL for 30% OFF😴 And More!!SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​ ​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10GUEST LINKS:Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/victoria-bangievaInstagram: victoria_bangieva_phdLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-bangieva-phdDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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
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Oct 9, 2023 • 38min

139: Cort Christie, CEO of Sperti Sunlamps: Getting Vitamin D From A Lamp?! Boost Immunity & Sleep Better A Novel Product

🌞 FDA cleared vitamin D lamp🌞 Vitamin D deficiency🌞 Vitamin D supplementation🌞 Health insurance coverage options🌞 Low vitamin D levels and COVID🌞 Sleep and circadian rhythms🌞 Using amber glasses for reading🌞 Proper sleep environment🌞 Light therapy benefits🌞 What could we learn from Cort’s sleep-night habits?🌞 Discover the natural way to get your Vitamin D with the only sunlamp that harnesses UV light! Sperti Vitamin D Sunlamp           code: sleepisaskill🌞 Experience the benefits of bright light therapy with Alaska Northern Light      code: sleepisaskill🌞 And More!!SPONSOR:🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill​​​🎢 If you're waking up at 3 a.m. & suspect your blood sugar...​I drink 'Good Idea' before a meal that I KNOW I'll likely spike from since it has been shown to reduce glucose between 20 & 30 percent!​​Good Idea Code: SLEEP10 GUEST LINKS:Website: www.sperti.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitamindsunlamp/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpertiSunlamps/Twitter: https://twitter.com/VitaminDLampLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cort-christie-1109343/QUOTES:"We have an epidemic of people in this country with low vitamin D levels and we have to figure out what is it going to take to create that awareness and get people to realize that immune health, sleep health, overall health relates to high levels of vitamin D in the body.” - Cort ChristieDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. 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

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