About this podcast

This episode, part of a special six-part series, features Dr. Matthew Walker, a distinguished professor of neuroscience and psychology and founder of the Center for Human Sleep Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Walker shares basic and advanced, zero-cost behavioral strategies to significantly enhance sleep quality and its restorative power. The discussion covers the critical influence of environmental factors like temperature, light, and darkness, as well as lifestyle choices including caffeine, alcohol, cannabis, nutrition, and medications on sleep. Listeners will gain practical tools for managing poor sleep, developing effective wind-down routines, navigating technology in the bedroom, overcoming insomnia, and fostering sleep confidence. This episode is essential for anyone seeking to optimize their sleep for improved mood, energy, daily performance, and overall well-being through scientifically backed methods.