Sleep is My Waking Passion

Dr. Funke and I chat about Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) affecting both kids and adults, highlighting their differences, underscoring why we should care, and pinpointing moments when it’s crucial to advocate for oneself and family members. Dr. Funke is board-certified in Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, and specializes in improving sleep for your child. She is available...

Find out about how lifestyle change can positively impact chronic diseases, how sleep is one of many pillars necessary for optimal health, and how you can better handle the inevitable stressors we face on the daily, with Dr. Liz Munoz. Dr Munoz is the founder of Liz Munoz Coaching LLC, and her Lifestyle Coaching approach is holistic and evidence-based focusing on whole food plant-based nutrition,...

Dr. Kevin Trice is a Board Certified Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine specialist from Louisville, KY and a terrific speaker. Together we discuss what narcolepsy is, why is happens, and what you can do about it. 

Anyone who spends enough time around kids is reminded of the magic of childhood all over again. Kids are observers of the world, free of ego, capable of absorbing so much information and inferring from their environment. To kick off Season 2 of the Sleep Is My Waking Passion podcast, I am joined by my daughter, Lily, who managed to provide me with 10 awesome recommendations for sleep in what felt...

Season 2 will explore insomnia as a symptom of other deeper issues and sleep disorders. It is all about circadian misalignment, sleep apnea, rare central disorders of hypersomnia, and beyond.  Wellness is about maintaining our health as long as possible, and maximizing our potential for restful sleep is a critical part of the equation. Have a listen! 

Women are underrepresented in medicine, both as patients and providers. Even less addressed is our unique biology. Dr. Val schools us on how sleep evolves over a woman's lifetime, as we highlight some of the unique features of sleep during perimenopause. A definite must listen! 

Dr. Mike and I give you our un-biased assessment of how a life with consumer wearables can be both helpful and potentially harmful to your sleep. If you are considering incorporating sleep self-monitoring to your repertoire, have a listen before you jump in.  

I discuss micro practices you can do in your daily life right now to reduce your stress and optimize your chance for a better quality sleep with holistic psychiatrist and sleep specialist Dr. Nishi Bhopal. 

I explore the science of sleep and mental health, and address Sleep FAQs with my Oak Health Center partners Andrew Brewer and Dr. Esther Park.

I get deep with Dr. Michael Yurcheshen on burnout and my transition to a telemedicine Sleep practice, and we discuss the risks and benefits of this technology in the post-COVID era. 

Concerns about sleep in kids? Listen and learn as I chat with pediatric sleep specialist Lourdes Delrosso about what to look for, when to seek advice from a specialist, and sleep in teens. 

I chat with author and Sleep expert Dr. Pedram Nevab on the potential risks and benefits of using natural supplements and over-the-counter medications to help you sleep. 

I chat with Dr. Karin Johnson from UMass-Baystate on the fallacy of Daylight Savings Time, why the Sunshine Protection Act is dangerous to our health, and what you can do about it. 

I discuss with insomnia guru Dr. Jennifer Martin what cognitive behavioral therapy is and why it is the best drug-free method for fixing insomnia.

I chat with Infectious Disease specialist Erica Kaufman to better understand how sleep can affect the function of our immune system, and how infection can affect our sleep. 

Internal Medicine and Sleep Specialist Dr. Valerie Cacho and I discuss sleep and it's effect on our food choices and weight, and she provides her top 5 sleep-promoting foods. 

Practical ways to improve your sleep naturally. Season 1 coming May 2023!