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Human Sleep Expert: Don't Pee In The Middle Of The Night & Why Night Time Sex Isn't A Good Idea!

9 Feb 2026 · 2 h 24 min

Episode Human Sleep Expert: Don't Pee In The Middle Of The Night & Why Night Time Sex Isn't A Good Idea!

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Are you always tired? Sleep Expert Dr. Michael Breus breaks down the 4 chronotypes to master your sleep, how to fix insomnia, the truth about sleep apnea, and why the 8-hour myth is wrong!

Dr. Michael Breus is a clinical psychologist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine. He has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, served as a WebMD sleep expert, and is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Sleep Drink Breathe’.

He explains:

▪️The 4 chronotypes that dictate your ideal daily schedule

▪️Why waking up at 3am is a biological temperature spike

▪️The "3-2-1 Rule" for the perfect evening wind-down

▪️How alcohol blocks the brain’s glymphatic toxin clearance

▪️The exact pillow checklist to fix neck pain and snoring Chapters

• 00:00:00 Intro • 00:04:14 What Your Dreams Say About Your Mind and Personality • 00:08:57 The "Caffeine Nap" That Supercharges You for 4 Hours • 00:12:50 Why You Need to Know Your Sleep Chronotype Now • 00:14:11 The Ideal Time to Have Sex—Backed by Science • 00:16:27 When to Drink Coffee for Maximum Focus and Energy • 00:21:03 Are You a Bear? Why Some Chronotypes Thrive Late Morning • 00:25:50 Does Aging Make Us Grumpier? The Sleep Connection • 00:26:46 Are Early School Start Times Hurting Our Kids’ Performance? • 00:31:03 The #1 Parenting Tip to Prevent Sleep Issues in Children • 00:33:43 How to Drink Alcohol Without Wrecking Your Sleep • 00:36:33 The Best Time to Drink—According to Your Chronotype • 00:37:48 What Happens When You Eat Right Before Bed • 00:39:20 Proven Relaxation Exercises That Help You Fall Asleep • 00:43:32 What the Ideal Sleep Environment Actually Looks Like • 00:47:14 How the Military Falls Asleep in 2 Minutes Flat • 00:52:39 These Smart Earphones Sync With Your Brainwaves to Improve Sleep • 00:57:06 Why Sleep Might Be in Crisis by 2026 • 01:00:26 Ads • 01:02:16 1 in 7 Have Sleep Apnea—and Most Don’t Know It • 01:04:31 6 Hidden Signs You Might Have Sleep Apnea • 01:06:05 Should Couples Sleep Together or Apart? The Surprising Data • 01:07:28 Why Sleep Apnea Symptoms Differ Between Men and Women • 01:11:09 The Scary Health Dangers of Chronic Sleep Deprivation • 01:13:43 The Most Common Myths About Insomnia—Debunked • 01:18:45 How Sleep Problems Fuel Depression (And Vice Versa) • 01:20:40 The Big Lies You’ve Heard About Melatonin • 01:25:56 Kids Are Overdosing on Melatonin—Here’s What Parents Need to Know • 01:27:36 How to Beat Jet Lag Like a Pro Traveler • 01:31:35 The Hidden Dangers of Taking Melatonin Every Night • 01:34:13 This Is the Most Researched Sleep Supplement Ever • 01:36:14 Can Ashwagandha Really Calm Nighttime Overthinking? • 01:37:06 The Turkey and Milk Combo That Actually Promotes Sleep • 01:39:43 This Simple Banana Hack Could Help You Fall Asleep • 01:42:20 Why Vitamin D Is Crucial for Your Body’s Internal Clock • 01:43:27 Ads • 01:45:42 How to Build a Sleep Routine That Actually Works • 01:46:54 Should You Be Using a Wearable to Track Sleep? • 01:50:03 What Dreams Are Trying to Tell You (And Why It Matters) • 01:53:40 How to Reprogram Recurring Nightmares and Sleep Better • 02:00:06 The First Night Effect Is Real—Here’s Why You Should Care • 02:01:55 Why Fighting Before Bed Could Be Destroying Your Sleep • 02:06:18 The Most Surprising Time of Day to Fall in Love • 02:07:38 How to Find the Perfect Pillow in Just 4 Steps • 02:16:29 How to Prep Your Bedroom for Deep, Restorative Sleep • 02:20:12 What One Thing Would You Change About Healthcare?

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