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“This podcast helped me a lot in improving my sleep and positively change my life. I found him in the Masterclass app and continue to follow him. Please make a podcast(s) about lucid dreaming and anything you can say about REM sleep. Thank you and I can’t wait to hear more!”
wallyhenry via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/24
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“The content is fine at best, rudimentary at worst, if you can stomach the ad time, which sometimes runs nearly half of the duration of the episode”
AdamGoegs via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/21/24
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“Автор в очень простой но понятной форме рассказывает о жизненно необходимой вещи как сон !!!”
contributorFrom2014 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
04/11/24
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“Following Dr. Walker’s wisdom has improved the quality of my life, in particular, my mood and ability to focus.
He breaks down the science to make to help the public make informed decisions.
Dr. Walker, you might consider changing your cover art. You are a well-known public intellectual. I...”Read full review »
LLB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“Matt looks better.
Is he getting more sleep?”
CheckpointC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/24
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“Dear Matt, Love the show. Just a note: you are not boring but your self effacing is. It gets old. Stop making the listener carry the burden of dealing with your self image and go to therapy instead. 💖”
trigve via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/24
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“This is really a great podcast. The information is given in small enough bites that I have time to listen to the entirety, and he is just now getting into some information that is helping me better understand the sleep info that I get from my garmin watch ( not that this info is particularly...”Read full review »
GoGreen930 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“I’ve read your book and watched everything I could find. I have rem sleep behavioral disorder and have found very little on the subject Could you please do an episode on that. I’m thrashing and yelling and talking and sleep walking. During rem sleep so I’m not getting the rest I need. I need help!”
roll ast via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/24
“Thank you for your podcast and your book Why We Sleep. Also, for keeping us updated in your scientific knowledge of sleep. I have purchased your book to give to my MD. Most of my doctors don’t seem to appreciate how difficult it is to carry on with work and life when you can’t sleep. In my...”Read full review »
C. Light via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/23
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“I really love this podcast, so I’m not downgrading the star rating. However, the recent ‘ask me anything’ episodes were problematic. There was a very knowledgeable guest Eti who was simply never allowed to speak. When she did, Matt Walker mansplained her several times. He kept saying how...”Read full review »
Agrajagdent via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/25/23
“Love this podcast and information that many of us need desperately. Sleep + exercise has become a second thought in society, and that's going to cause a ton of problems.
Thanks Matt Walker for inspiring me to start getting my degree in health science at 23 years old so I can join the...”Read full review »
Boltbot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/23
“I’m 17 and joking call my bedroom a sleep lap lined with infrared sensors and a core body temperature. I bought an 8 sleep mattress and want to make sleep my life’s work, absolutely obsessed with it since I was a kid. Hopefully one day I’ll get to meet him in person 🙏”
Add Free 2029 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/23
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“I love the deep dive into sleep in its sectors. Especially loved the episode where Dr. Walker gets into coffee’s pros and cons and its relationship with sleep!”
Anon02384 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/29/23
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“Such a great podcast. Really enjoyed the book as well. All we need now is some bedtime stories read by Dr. Walker!”
SteSim via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/19/23
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“Matt, I love your style! Made me smile so hard. You didn’t even hesitate, but continued on speaking as if you said nothing unusual 😁
Keep going. You ARE funny 👍🏻
Fabulous info delivered in a fun way.”
Scotdot via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/12/23
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“Stunning efforts of a scientist who cares about ppl’s well- being! Thank you matt!”
IKIGAI 2018 via Apple Podcasts ·
United Arab Emirates ·
08/23/23
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“## Life Changing Podcast and Advice
Matthew Walker's podcast is nothing short of a revelation. As a sleep expert and the author of the life-changing book "Why We Sleep," Walker has a unique ability to break down complex concepts into easily digestible and actionable insights. His...”Read full review »
Alias3800 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/23
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“I’m listening to this podcast to study English and sleep science.
Matt always speaks clearly and slowly, which I think is great for English language learners to have a deeper understanding of sleep.”
英会話？ via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
07/31/23
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“Matt does a fantastic job of explaining the topics. He always mixes in a bit of light humor and keeps you engaged. Very pleasant to listen to…well recorded and so well spoken.”
Blondeqtpie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/23
“A so great podcast !! It has helped me to improve my sleep (specially the coffee episodes). Matthew is very kind and explains complicate things in a simple and easy to understand way. Your learn thousands of things. On top of this, being French with average English level, it helps a lot to get...”Read full review »
rguinamard via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
07/18/23
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“This podcast has changed how I think of sleep- in a positive way. It’s especially answered questions I didn’t know how to ask about napping, caffeine, and working out. Great listens, always.”
zgoode01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/23
“I like to hear it, to learn and hopefully treat my body better …”
Miguel de Aquis gran via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
07/05/23
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“I loved your book why we sleep but wanted more in depth information. I love the organization of the podcast into the sub-categories related to sleep & the deep dive you do into them. I also love that they are in bite-size pieces. Matt Walker does an amazing job at making very complex topics,...”Read full review »
Wishithadcrossfitworkouts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/23
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“I have been losing the battle of sleep for years. Natural night owl, but always feeling like I had to get up. Living my life on “tired” had become the norm. I was losing the will continue on like this. This was not living. I will now be staying in bed sleeping my full 8 hours. It’s like you gave...”Read full review »
kimrieg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/23
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“For some time I’ve been trying to figure why I crave unhealthy snacks around bedtime but almost have to remind myself to eat breakfast. I haven’t been feeling revitalized when I wake up and I’ve been laying in bed awake for too long. Other than these issues things are going swimmingly (not). This...”Read full review »
ImSammo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
“I love it, keep up the great work.”
joaocdaveiga via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
05/25/23
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“Thank you Dr. Walker for sharing such valuable information! I’ve become an avid listener of your podcasts. I have sleep apnea and use a cpap machine, I don’t really like using it but after listening to your podcast, I won’t complain about it anymore. On a different sleep topic, I wonder if you...”Read full review »
MartiniG09 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/23
“The podcast is a great companion to Dr. Matt Walkers book “WHY WE SLEEP” which I am currently also reading. Really loving both. Recommending both for sure. Especially, the first episodes are great at providing the essence of the book. Thank you so much for providing so much information about...”Read full review »
Brini0408 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
04/18/23
“I had read Dr Walker’s book a couple of years ago (excellent!) and was happy to find out about this podcast. It’s a great complement to the book and brings additional and updated information. He sometimes apologizes for his “personality”, which is completely unnecessary…his idiosyncratic style...”Read full review »
AMetricFan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“I love this podcast especially as one who struggles with sleep. I felt both vindicated and relieved by the series on chronotypes because I have tried and failed many times to shift my night owl sleep schedule. And the host is charmingly kind and self-effacing. I appreciate his reassurances of no...”Read full review »
Spellrider via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
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“Thank you Dr Matt! This is a wonderful podcast. The richness of the content along with your soothing voice and marvelous manner of speaking have moved me to recommend to several of my friends and holistic health colleagues. 🔥💕”
Princesaapacible via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/23
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“A sleep scientist recommended Matt’s book to me some years back, and I’ve been learning about sleep on and off ever since. Matt is an excellent communicator of sleep science, and I enjoy listening to this podcast when I need a reminder that it’s okay to prioritize my sleep. In terms of future...”Read full review »
michaelpfriesen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/22/23
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“Excellent information in an easy to listen format and length, have often listened to parts 1, 2 and 3 together but good to have them separate for short car journeys etc. Appreciate the need for the adverts to support the podcast and get the information out there.”
Lilmissneat via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/09/23
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“I absolutely love this informative and digestible sleep podcast. The information is delivered in such a simple-to-understand way. I would adore a topic on optimising sleep as a parent of young children!!”
Elle.T.G via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/17/23
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“Small time investment for such terrific information that you’re not going to get anywhere else. I would love to know how to stop taking Ambien and get a good nights sleep. i’ve been taking it for a long time but I’m just finding out about the terrible effects of it. I would like to know what Dr....”Read full review »
deguylo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/23
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“Love this podcast. Would love a series on sleep and Women’s health, particularly perimenopause and stages in a woman’s monthly cycle where sleep can be disrupted due to changing hormones. Thank you. Keep up the great work!”
MsLiteBlue via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/23
“This is a Fantastic podcast! I have attended countless lectures on sleep and treated hundreds of patients with sleep disorders, this podcast is by far and away the most complete and easy to understand of all time. Each episode is limited to 10-12 minutes and confined to a single sub topic. ...”Read full review »
Boomer Doc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/23
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“Like many other reviewers of this podcast, my introduction to Dr. Matt Walker was via his extraordinarily interesting book “Why We Sleep.” I recently found his podcast and it is fabulous! The podcasts are brief, usually around 10 minutes each and are very informative and engaging. Dr. Walker’s...”Read full review »
IndependentMitch via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/23
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“As a long time to suffer with insomnia, finding good and trustworthy sources on ways to deal with it can be a challenge. He may not be a doctor, but he is a scientist and that is what I am more interested in because he really knows about your subject! This is very easy to listen to and I love the...”Read full review »
Yellowyak2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/23
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“Thank you for this excellent content and for the incredibly accessible way I which you present it. Good sleep is something I took for granted when I was younger, and something that has grown increasingly difficult to attain as I get older. I’ve found your research incredibly useful.
I apologize...”Read full review »
Vermont sleep via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/23
“This podcast provides extremely useful and fascinating information about the value of and recommendations for maximizing sleep. Sleep is examined from a variety of angles and in relation to a number of biological and environmental factors. I also find it extremely helpful that most of the podcast...”Read full review »
JT-MA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/22
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“Just started reading Why We Sleep and really enjoying it. I was happy to learn there is a podcast as well. Love learning about sleep !”
DDWens via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/22
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“My sleep has improved after listening to Matt’s podcast and applying the information. Love the shorter time frame content and topics. Thank you.”
WCHall via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/22
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“You are amazing…your personality is Amazing, your book is amazing and I am just grateful for everything you are sharing. You have a simple (and very kind) way of sharing the science and making things so understandable for those of us who love to dig deep and understand everything…yet maybe...”Read full review »
maitrigirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/22
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pbx090 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/22
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