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EPISODE · May 22, 2025 · 3H 2M

From The Vault: Neuroscientist Matthew Walker On Why Sleep Is Your Superpower

from The Rich Roll Podcast · host Rich Roll

Dr. Matthew Walker is a world-renowned neuroscientist, sleep expert, and the bestselling author of “Why We Sleep.” In this conversation, we explore sleep not as a passive state, but as the biological foundation of life itself—the platform from which wakefulness emerges. We dive into the architecture of sleep, its vital role in immune function, disease prevention, memory, mood, and performance. We also touch on dreams, sleepwalking, and the hidden costs of even modest sleep disruption. I share my own long, complicated relationship with sleep—and what I’ve learned in the process. Matthew is brilliant. His insights are profound. And this re-released conversation just might change your life. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up   Today’s Sponsors: On: On: High-performance shoes & apparel crafted for comfort and style 👉on.com/richroll ZOE: Download the ZOE Health app today for free. Just search for "ZOE food scanner" in your app store 👉joinzoe.onelink.me/XebC/92yh967w   Momentous: 35% OFF your first subscription👉livemomentous.com/richroll                      Go Brewing: Use the code Rich Roll for 15% OFF 👉gobrewing.com          AG1: Get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs 👉drinkAG1.com/richroll                           Modern Elder: Join Chip Conley and me in LA on June 5th to design your next chapter. Early bird pricing is available until May 20th. Go to www.meawisdom.com/richroll to learn more. OneSkin: Get started today with 15% off using code RICHROLL at oneskin.co   Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors   Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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