Sleep4Performance Podcast

In this episode, I talk to Daniela Dudysova from the Czech Republic about her recent publication on "The Effects of Daytime Psilocybin Administration on Sleep: Implications for Antidepressant Action" Read the full paper here for free https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.602590/full Check out her TEDx Youth talk on Editing memories while you sleep https://youtu.be/0WOcf9TMBkQ   C...

In this mini-episode (~20 mins), I explore and discuss the relationship between sleep paralysis, science, mythology and folklore. References/Sources for this podcast Adler SR. Sudden unexpected nocturnal death syndrome among Hmong immigrants: examining the role of the nightmare. J Am Folk 1991; 104: 54–71. Adler SR. Refugee stress and folk belief: Hmong sudden deaths. Sco Sci Med 1995; 40: 1623–16...

In this episode of the Sleep4Peformance Podcast, I speak with Dr Jen Walsh. Jen and I have previously collaborated at the Centre for Sleep Science at the University of Western Australia. I sat down with Jen to discuss their recent publication on treating insomnia with medical cannabis. This was a great conversation and you can read the full paper before or after this episode via this link for free...

In this episode, we welcome back Dr Meeta Singh (MD) Meeta combines her deep scientific expertise with extensive real-world experience working with world-class performance organizations to produce Integrated Sleep Optimization Programs tailored to the unique needs and conditions of individual clients to help them optimize their personal and professional performance. Dr Singh has served as a consul...

In this episode, I speak with Chris Kirk and Carl Langham Evans. We discuss their recent paper led by Chris titled “Quantification of training load distribution in mixed martial arts athletes: A lack of periodisation and load management.” Read all about it here for free https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0251266 Chris is a PhD student at LJMU researching the training...

Dr Israel Halperin Completed his PhD in 2017 at the School of Medical and Health Sciences in Edith-Cowan University, Australia. His PhD thesis focused on augmented feedback as a tool to improve athletic performance, for which he was awarded the most outstanding PhD thesis in the School of Medical and Health Sciences. During his PhD period, Dr Halperin worked as a sports scientist in the Australian...

In this episode, Amy and I discuss Remote Polysomnography Technology. Specifically, we discuss the technology available at Cerebra Health https://www.cerebra.health/ Amy is a past guest on S4P and I would highly recommend checking out her previous episode in relation to sleep and sports.  Dr. Bender is Director of Clinical Sleep Science at Cerebra Medical and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Kine...

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Dr. Grandner is the Director of the  Sleep and Health Research Program  at the  University of Arizona , Director of the  Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic  at the  Banner-University Medical Center , and an Associate Professor in the Department of  Psychiatry  at the  UA College of Medicine , with joint appointments in the Departments of  Medicine,  Psychology  ( UA College of Science ),  Nutritiona...

The legend of Long Island, Mr Brendan Duffy. With a special interest in the realm of sports and fatigue management. Brendan Duffy has over 20 years of experience in sleep medicine as both a sleep tech and a sleep centre manager. He speaks and authors articles nationally on the impact of sleep on athletic competition and preparation. He is an RPSGT and NY State licensed sleep technologist and educa...

Rónán lectures at Letterkenny Institute of Technology and is also a member of the Sport Ireland Institute, Performance Nutrition team.  He currently works predominantly with Irish Sailing having previously worked across a range of national teams including Hockey, Rowing, Boxing, and Paralympics sports. Rónán was the Performance Nutritionist to Irish Olympic medalists Annalise Murphy (Sailing) and...

In this episode, I attempt to answer the question How do I get to sleep after working the night shift?" Ian Dunican Twitter and Instagram @sleep4perform  www.sleep4performance.com

Spencer is a Lecturer in Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin University. His research focuses on characterising the sleep of athletes and understanding the effects of sleep and circadian rhythms on performance and health. He has consulted with elite and professional sporting organisations on strategies for improving and monitoring athlete sleep. Go to Sleep4Performance playlist Friends of S4P Lec...

Kendal Yonomoto is the author of "The Athletic Fundamentals of Golf" a golf instruction book based on my experience training with Olympic sprinters. The book describes a small number of universal terms (principles) for movement and technique, demonstrated with simple Med Ball exercises. Kendal is a coach and consultant to PGA Tour Players: Ryan Moore, David Duval, Stephen Ames, Paul Casey, Vijay S...

Patrick pioneered sleep and fatigue analysis and solutions in professional sports beginning in 2008. His systems have proven to increase performance for athletes, teams and workers, globally. Patrick has improved performance in teams in the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS, AFL and Olympic and National Teams. His systems have also reduced accidents in the industry from the USA to Europe, Asia and Australia...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking to the great Mr Nicholas Buc. Nic is a composer, conductor, arranger, violinist and pianist. He studied Composition with Brenton Broadstock and Dr. Stuart Greenbaum at the University of Melbourne, where he received the inaugural Fellowship of Australian Composers Award. As the recipient of the Brian May Scholarship for Australian film composers, he...

With over 20-years experience in the performance enhancement industry, Brandon Marcello, PhD brings innovation, education, and proven application to the worlds of sports performance, health, fitness, and wellness. Originally from Sarasota, FL, Marcello has worked in the professional, Olympic and top collegiate settings.  He has also served as a consultant to various organizations and media groups....

Director/Principal Consultant Ross Di Corleto is an occupational health professional and a certified occupational hygienist with a diverse international and professional background across Africa, Europe, Canada, US and Australia. He has provided companies with advice and expertise on occupational health risk management systems and processes including problem-solving in existing & potential occupat...

Jason van Schie is a registered psychologist (MApp Occupational Psychology) and managing Director of health technology business People Diagnostix. Over the past decade, Jason has focused his attention on preventative health initiatives for the purpose of increasing wellbeing, productivity, safety, and academic outcomes. In recent years, he has turned to developing technological solutions with the...

Shane Finn is crazier than me. He has run 12 marathons in 12 days, 24 marathons in 24 days and has cycled and ran across America >5000kms. In this episode, we discuss how Shane got into running and endurance activities, what drives him and motivates him, his awesome contribution to charity and how he has seen the direct impact of his work. Shane has a great website with an excellent podcast all of...

Danny is the founder of Sigma Nutrition https://sigmanutrition.com/ and head of content creation for the company. Known for hosting the top-ranked podcast Sigma Nutrition Radio https://sigmanutrition.com/podcasts/ with over 360 episodes. Danny is also a respected educator in the field. He has spoken at conferences and events all over Europe (including London, Dublin, Amsterdam and Vienna), as well...

In this episode, Ben and I discuss his PhD thesis and his vast work experience in this area. Ben's PhD is focussed on seeking to understand how, in high-risk environments, we build up false assurance and false senses of confidence (fantasy planning) in our safety systems, plans, controls and practices which are not aligned to the actual or likely degree of harm/vulnerability. Download: Fantasy pla...

Arthur Lynch is an exercise physiology researcher who recently completed his Ph. D. at the University of Limerick.  Arthur is an accomplished drug-free powerlifter, representing Ireland at the last two IPF World Championships and heading there again this year. He is the current Irish Powerlifting Federation national champion in the -93kg class. Arthur coaches at Sigma Nutrition, working with power...