SleepWorld Podcast Network

This podcast episode is featuring Drs. Stacy, Tracy, and Michelle from the ASAP Pathway and their guest, Dr Mike DeLuke, of The Doc Podcast. The discussion centers on the evolving role of dental professionals in addressing airway issues in patients. The conversation highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among orthodontists, pediatric dentists, and restorative dentists, parti...

This week the STT Crew talks with 2 time TEDx Speaker, author, Adjunct Professor, sleep scientist, and clinical psychologist, Wend Troxel, PhD. Wendy M. Troxel, PhD is an internationally recognized sleep expert. She is a Senior Behavioral and Social Scientist at the RAND Corporation and holds adjunct faculty positions at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Utah. A licensed clinical...

In this podcast episode, hosts Drs. Stacy and Tracey sit with Dr. Maggie Graham discuss the intersection of dentistry and airway health, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and education in this field. The conversation highlights the initiative, "The Untethered Way," a comprehensive course designed to help dental professionals integrate airway-focused principles into their practices...

This week the SleepTech Talk crew discusses the big sleep conference, SLEEP 2025. We were lucky enough to meet up once again at this conference and there was a lot to take in... and there's a lot to talk about! Tune in as we discuss our take aways from the show.

What if you could have a CPAP mask that was made exactly for you? That’s what Vayu Sleep has set out to do. In this episode, the STT Crew talks to David Walton, CEO and Co founder of Vayu Sleep, about his journey into sleep medicine and mask design.  Listen as David discusses the step by step process one can get a mask made to fit for them. The process leverages AI and the latest technology to mak...

In this podcast, speakers Drs. Becker, Weddle and Covington, discuss the complexities and challenges faced by dental practitioners, particularly in the fields of airway management and temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The conversation highlights the confusion patients experience due to conflicting advice from various practitioners, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach in dentistry. ...

Michael DiDomenico, publisher of SleepWorld Magazine, invites Racheal Graham, RCP, CRT, RPSGT, and Deborah Panza, RRT, RPSGT, from ACHC, to explore the common gaps in sleep practices during accreditation surveys. They share effective strategies for boosting standards and offer advice on earning national accreditation for your sleep facility. Find out more about Sleep accreditation. Download Survey...

Drs. Stacy, Tracey and George discuss the significance of corticotomies in periodontal practice, emphasizing their role in enhancing orthodontic treatments. The conversation highlighted the need for collaboration between periodontists, orthodontists, and oral surgeons to improve patient outcomes. George, a periodontist, explained that corticotomies involve surgical techniques that can expedite too...

In this podcast, Dr Stacy Becker and guest, Dr Christian Leonhardt, discuss the evolution of dental practices, particularly focusing on airway health and patient-centered care. The conversation reflects on Christian's journey from dental school to recognizing the importance of treating patients holistically rather than just focusing on dental mechanics. They emphasize the need for collaborati...

In this podcast, Dr Stacy Becker and guest, Dr Christian Leonhardt, discuss the evolution of dental practices, particularly focusing on airway health and patient-centered care. The conversation reflects on Christian's journey from dental school to recognizing the importance of treating patients holistically rather than just focusing on dental mechanics. They emphasize the need for collaborati...

You talk to THE Sleep Doctor, of course! It’s episode 100, folks! Thank you so much for making us the most popular sleep technology podcast out there! To celebrate this milestone, we talk to The Sleep Doctor himself, Dr Michael Breus! Michael J. Breus, Ph. D., is both a double boarded Clinical Psychologist and a Clinical Sleep Specialist. He has the distinction of also being a Diplomate of the Ame...

In this podcast, speakers include Host, Dr Stacy Becker and Orthodontist, Dr Bill Harrell. The discussion focused on airway-centered orthodontic diagnosis and treatment, particularly in relation to TMJ disorders and sleep apnea in children. The conversation highlighted the importance of collaboration between dental and medical professionals to address these complex issues, emphasizing that orthodo...

In this podcast episode, Drs. Becker and Gominak,  discussed the critical role of vitamins D and B in addressing sleep issues and overall health, particularly in children and families. The conversation highlighted the importance of a healthy gut microbiome, which acts as a vital organ influencing nutrient absorption and overall well-being. The Part 1 discussion took place in October, building on p...

How do you build a successful healthcare business? This week, the STT Crew is moving in a slightly different direction. We talk to Zach Gantt, CEO of Encore Healthcare, about his journey in the respiratory and acute care space. We dive into how he was literally born into the healthcare world and learned from the beginning. We also talk about how he started his own company, Encore Healthcare.

What’s better than the current CPAP? Well, let’s talk to a couple of really smart guys about why we’ve been doing it backwards for 35 years! The STT Crew talk to Peter Gay, MD and David White, MD, from the Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School respectively, about Kairos PAP (KPAP), its current developments, and what’s next. They will be having a webinar on May 12, 2025 along with Bill Noah, MD di...

In this podcast, Dr. Ben Miralgia, a general dentist with over 31 years of experience, discusses the evolution of orthodontics and the importance of early intervention in children's dental health. He shares his journey from traditional restorative dentistry to discovering expansive orthodontics, which focuses on jaw development rather than just aligning teeth. The conversation highlights the...

Drs. Stacy and Tracey meet today for a part 2 discussion with Dr. Doug Young.  They discuss the importance of fluoride in dental health, particularly its role in preventing tooth decay. They emphasized that fluoride is a key component in a "recipe" for maintaining oral health, encouraging the growth of beneficial bacteria while inhibiting harmful ones. The conversation also touched on th...

In this two-part episode of Sleep Is My Waking Passion, I sit down with Chris Thomas—a pharmacist, MBA, and ultra-marathon paddler—to talk about what happens when the body is pushed to its absolute limits in multi-day paddle races like the Yukon 1000 and Alabama 650. We cover everything from cognitive fog, hallucinations, and recovery science to training your brain for extreme sleep loss. Chris br...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Stacy Becker talks with Peter Beckwith, a thought leader in holistic and airway-focused care, shared his transformative journey from overcoming addiction to launching successful businesses in his 50s. The discussion centered on the importance of resilience and community in healthcare, particularly in airway health, and how professionals can differentiate themselves in...

Anthony Russomano is an endurance coach, ultra-runner, and the founder of Mano Wellness. In this episode of Sleep Is My Waking Passion, host Dr. Alison Kole sits down with Anthony to explore how athletic performance, sleep quality, mindset, and nutrition are all connected. From coaching ultra-athletes to building sustainable wellness routines, Anthony shares both personal experiences and professio...

Magic pill for OSA?  No mask? No hose? No implant? What's going on? The STT crew talks to John Cronin, MD, Senior Vice President, Apnimed. Dr Cronin tells us about his journey in the field of sleep medicine and his current project at Apnimed. Dr Cronin tells us where Apnimed is in the process of getting their novel pharmaceutical treatment for OSA to the market. Listen in and learn more about...