Sleep Is Non-Negotiable: Dr. Matthew Walker | Rich Roll Podcast

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:07 - Evolutionary Perspective on Sleep
00:05:00 - Sleep as a Biological Necessity
00:14:07 - What is Sleep? Stages of Sleep? - Long Clip
00:18:21 - All Stages of Sleep are Essential - Short Clip Option
00:21:43 - The Health Consequences for Sleep Deprivation
00:30:37 - The Plantpower Meal Planner
00:32:13 - Alzheimer’s and insufficient sleep
00:38:37 - “The Shorter Your Sleep, The Shorter Your Life"
00:42:24 - The Relationship Between Sleep and Cardiovascular Health
00:47:26 - Lack of Sleep and Weight Gain
00:52:13 - Sleep and Addiction Disorders Pt 1
00:54:46 - Rich's History with Sleep-Health - "It's Never Too Late to Start Sleeping Better"
01:01:02 - Neurogenesis: Brain Repair During Sleep
01:02:45 - Lack of Sleep for Doctors and the Medical Field - Story of Sir William Halstead
01:13:12 - Sleep and Addiction Disorders Pt 2
01:16:18 - Chronic sleep deprivation in teens and young people
01:22:46 - Sleep and Brain Development
01:26:14 - When Should School Start in the Day?
01:28:36 - SSRI’s / ADHD meds: the implication of over medicating kids on sleep
01:32:42 - Can You Hack Sleep? Polyphasic Sleep? Naps? - Long Clip
01:38:04 - Having Trouble Getting a Good Night of Sleep? - Long Clip
01:44:50 - Matthew's Love of Racing Cars
01:45:29 - Rich's Sleep Diagnosis, Tips for Better Sleep
01:48:59 - Tip #1 Temperature
01:54:49 - Tip #2 Regularity
02:03:39 - Tip #3 Caffeine and Alcohol
02:08:59 - The Goal Behind Matthew's Advice
02:11:32 - Tip #4 Darkness - Does the Full Moon Affect Sleep?
02:15:08 - The Role of Melatonin with Sleep
02:18:13 - Light Exposure
02:21:16 - Time Dilation During Sleep and Dreaming
02:24:17 - Dreaming and Memory
02:31:55 - The Perplexing Nature of Dreams
02:34:40 - Sleep Walking
02:37:18 - Treating Insomnia and Other Sleep Disorders
02:41:01 - Studying Sleep as a Tool for Improving Overall Health
02:44:00 - How has Sleep Changed from the Pandemic?
02:50:32 - Wearable Sleep Tracking Devices
02:56:01 - Closing Remarks

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[PetersonJoseph]

I love how Dr Walkers voice doubles as ASMR. I could fall asleep to this guys soothing voice any night.

[hopestreet]

I'm really gonna taper down my coffee intake - didn't think it was affecting my sleep before watching this
Update: 1 week in, I'm down to 1 coffee a day and sleeping 9 hours a night - this podcast changed my life.

[alanmorrice]

People who love what they teach are a joy to listen to.

[Thekidisalright]

His book literally changed my life, I used to be one of those “sleep is for the weak” believer and until I had a good fortune to come across his book, I started sleep regularly and slowly make it mandatory to at least 7 hours a night, I see changes in front of my own eyes, eczema bothers me for two decades is almost completely gone with very occasion flare up, my mood has dramatically improves and migraine is gone for good. I no longer suffers from cold or fever easily, ( in fact I didn’t have fever for at least 3 years) I sincerely wish everyone take the time, read his book, get a good night sleep every night and live a happy and long life.

[spiritualbeing]

Awake since 2:30 am as I am unable to sleep...and this pops up!!!! The universe is at it again!

[luispinheirodosmontes]

In Portugal we have a popular saying that goes "your pillow is your best therapist". After listening to this podcast I truely understand it.

[ConfidentlyUninformed]

Matthew’s voice is so calming, I could probably fall asleep while listening to him

[HAYDENBURDGE]

This episode should be mandatory global viewing

[michaelscoots]

I’ve been listening to RRP since 2012 and have to say this is one of the best episodes in the tank thus far. What a bright and humble guest. If you’re human you need to listen to this one!

[TechOutAdam]

Got to say, listening to Dr. Walker talking about sleep while going to sleep is perfect. Man found his calling and has the voice to speak about this.

[Movtail]

I gotta be honest here Rich. That was the best damn podcast you have released in months and I love roll-on. Matthew Walker's so good at explaining sleep and your questions are spot on. I even forwarded this video to my slack fitness channel so expect some new fans!

[BlazePiffington]

“I can sleep when I’m dead hurr durr”

What if lack of sleep is killing you?
Awesome podcast, stellar topic.

[keenansubramoney]

My whole family thought I was lazy, but I realized that my internal metrics for sleep were off, this man Mathew Walker helped me operate in society again. Before I couldn’t make morning meetings and I even remember staying up for 24H periods without sleep. I’m a lot more healthy now.

[tashaaliya]

When he got so excited about racing in his little Mazda MIATA... I love this man.

[wenzhiquan]

I'm an interior architecture student and I've been sleeping 3-4 hours a night for the past 4 weeks since I started my new full-time job. Definitely needed this as I am literally commenting on this video while cramming to finish my projects for the semester. My goal is to improve my sleep and overall health moving forward. Thank you Rich and Matthew <3

[margarett_b]

This was a 3 hours conversation on science which passed by faster than any lecture during my studies. Vastly inspiring, deeply interesting and incredibly practical - I am ready to optimize even more aspects of my sleep now ;D
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Lots and lots of love for both of you guys. I could honestly listen for a week straight(with some sleep breaks!)!
Stay safe and have a great week ahead!

[Ben-ldqi]

perfect, thank you! Literally nothing more satisfying than laying in bed and falling asleep listening to a podcast with sleep expert Chuck Norris's twin brother.

[YKKY]

When Rich asks Matthew about the full moon, and asks "Have you looked at this?"... and then Matthew replies "We have...", I melt :) He is like a sweet school boy who is just revealing a little secret to you, it's so adorable!

[EntirelyHonest]

AWESOME guest! I heard Matthew on joe rogan time ago, bought his book and really have made sleep a priority in my life. Can't thank Matthew enough for his wisdom and also Rich for his master interviewing skills!

Sleep well folks!

[limisskates]

Thank you for normalizing my 8:30PM / 5:30AM sleep and wake times!!!