Sleep

Yale University psychology professor Laurie Santos teaches the university's renowned happiness course. She offers up a few small things that can help bring more happiness to our everyday lives.  Video, Audio

Science correspondent Siouxsie Wiles looks at how an improved supercooling method could extend the life of donated organs by a day, the genetic mutation that makes people feel rested on just six hours… Audio

The do's and don'ts of being wide awake in the middle of the night. Audio

A new study suggests that extreme early risers are simply listening to what their bodies are telling them. Dr Louis Ptácek joins the show to explain why there are night owls, extreme larks and… Audio

The British Government may be looking at giving guidance on required sleep each night. A leaked draft of a UK public health green paper due to be published by the Health Secretary Matt Hancock shows… Audio

We all need it, some crave it constantly, others find it elusive. We're talking about sleep as it's World Sleep Day today. In a few weeks time, Daylight saving will end. So what does Daylight Saving… Audio

At least 20 percent of the population doesn't sleep well. Tony Fernando's session from the 2018 Raising the Bar night will enlighten you on the myths and current findings about the science of sleep… Audio

Early bird or night owl? Professor Timothy Grayling of the University of Exeter Medical School explains the health implications of our sleep patterns. Audio

The summer heat has impacting sleep patterns recently, and with parents trying to get their children back into regular bedtimes compatible with the school year, we're looking at some solutions. Sleep… Video, Audio

A few listeners told William this podcast puts them to sleep. But you know what? He's just happy to help. If you'd like William to put you to sleep in person: book a FREE ticket to our live podcast… Audio

Researchers at the University of Florida have surveyed 962 women about their bed sharing situations.. ie with a human, a cat or a dog - and the differences in sleep quality. Audio

How much sleep do teenagers really need and why do they feel the urge to stay up so late? Teenagers need more sleep than adults and their circadian rhythms are actually different, says parenting… Audio

New research says woollen clothing regulates body temperature and keeps you in a 'thermal comfort zone', whether you need to be hot or cold. And this is brilliant for getting better sleep. Audio

The prescription of drugs designed to treat conditions such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, and symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions has increased in New Zealand by almost 50% in less… Audio

What music is best to fall asleep to? Upbeat provides some suggestions. Because... soon you will be able to finally fall asleep to music without needing headphones. The Flexound Humu – a pillow that… Video

Sleep is essential for children, but each child is different and the key for parents is to be responsive while also looking after themselves, researcher and commentator Nathan Mikaere Wallis says. Audio

Dr Katharina Lederle is a sleep expert, a human fatigue and sleep specialist. She's also the author of Sleep Sense and says sleep deprivation has become a health epidemic in the Western world. Audio

Dr Lora Wu answers your sleep questions, including whether cheesemares are true and why so many of us wake in the night and can't get back to sleep! Audio

Many insomniacs are asleep but think they're awake. And for a good night's sleep go solo. Audio

Children aged under-11 are suffering from sleep deprivation because of late nights and inconsistent sleep patterns. Audio