Episode
#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
2:56:04
Published: Wed Aug 11 2021
Description
Matt Walker is a sleep scientist at Berkeley, author of Why We Sleep, and the host of a new podcast called The Matt Walker Podcast. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Stamps.com: https://stamps.com and use code LEX to get free postage & scale - Squarespace: https://lexfridman.com/squarespace and use code LEX to get 10% off - Athletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/lex and use code LEX to get 1 month of fish oil - BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/lex to get 10% off - Onnit: https://lexfridman.com/onnit to get up to 10% off EPISODE LINKS: Matt's Podcast: https://themattwalkerpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Matt's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sleepdiplomat Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmattwalker Matt's Website: https://www.sleepdiplomat.com/ PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexfridman - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (09:56) - Putin moment: Lex takes Matt's sunglasses (10:17) - Fascination with sleep (14:26) - Why do we sleep? (22:58) - Computer vision for driver assistance (32:19) - Consciousness is fundamental (40:25) - Lex on human to robot connection (42:52) - Scent of a Woman is better than "John Wick" (54:33) - Distinction between coffee and caffeine (1:20:17) - The science of 'sleeping on it' (1:34:10) - Lex on his sleeping schedule (1:59:14) - Chronotypes (2:06:44) - How to overcome insomnia (2:24:07) - Diet and sleep (2:33:03) - Where do dreams come from? (2:46:41) - How sleep affects emotions (2:53:35) - Meaning of life
Chapters
Neuroscientist and author of Why We Sleep, Matt Walker, discusses the importance of getting enough sleep for a healthy life with wide-ranging conversations.
00:00 - 02:10 (02:10)
Summary
Neuroscientist and author of Why We Sleep, Matt Walker, discusses the importance of getting enough sleep for a healthy life with wide-ranging conversations.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker enjoys a cold drink that has a slushy-like texture, and takes an alpha-brain when they need to focus on a difficult task.
02:10 - 09:57 (07:46)
Summary
The speaker enjoys a cold drink that has a slushy-like texture, and takes an alpha-brain when they need to focus on a difficult task. They recommend a website with easy-to-use templates to help create various designs.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast discusses the vital importance of sleep, the different stages of sleep and the evolutionary process that has led to the sleeping patterns we have today.
09:57 - 21:59 (12:01)
Summary
This podcast discusses the vital importance of sleep, the different stages of sleep and the evolutionary process that has led to the sleeping patterns we have today.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Eye tracking technology may become a new tool to help prevent car accidents caused by drivers experiencing microsleeps, with auto manufacturers already beginning to integrate cameras into their vehicles to monitor driver behavior and pupil size.
21:59 - 29:15 (07:16)
Summary
Eye tracking technology may become a new tool to help prevent car accidents caused by drivers experiencing microsleeps, with auto manufacturers already beginning to integrate cameras into their vehicles to monitor driver behavior and pupil size.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The question of whether consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the human mind is explored in the context of sleep research.
29:17 - 37:13 (07:56)
Summary
The question of whether consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the human mind is explored in the context of sleep research. The nature of conscious states and their relationship to the unconscious processes of the brain are discussed.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode discusses rethinking the idea of artificial intelligence and avoiding the replication of human consciousness as the ultimate goal.
37:13 - 44:17 (07:03)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses rethinking the idea of artificial intelligence and avoiding the replication of human consciousness as the ultimate goal. The idea of engineering consciousness is explored, along with the realization that our notions about this topic may be viewed as silly in the future.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses their personal experience with imposter syndrome and their fear of not trying.
44:17 - 51:07 (06:50)
Summary
The speaker discusses their personal experience with imposter syndrome and their fear of not trying. They also express admiration for the open-mindedness required to embrace the messiness of scientific exploration.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The health benefits of coffee turn in the opposite direction if the intake surpasses three cups a day.
51:07 - 59:37 (08:30)
Summary
The health benefits of coffee turn in the opposite direction if the intake surpasses three cups a day. However, it is the coffee bean that provides great health benefits, not caffeine.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The brain needs sleep before and after learning to effectively store and solidify memories.
59:37 - 1:09:21 (09:43)
Summary
The brain needs sleep before and after learning to effectively store and solidify memories. There are four steps to memory formation: learning, maintaining, memorizing, and forgetting.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
During wake, we have one version of associative processing, however, dream sleep can help with the assimilation of ideas by forcing us to speak to those we have no obvious connection with.
1:09:22 - 1:20:49 (11:26)
Summary
During wake, we have one version of associative processing, however, dream sleep can help with the assimilation of ideas by forcing us to speak to those we have no obvious connection with. This podcast explores the benefits of this type of processing and how it can improve memory retention.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The story behind the famous rock and roll riff, and the breakthrough of the periodic table of elements, both of which were inspired by dreams.
1:20:49 - 1:25:25 (04:36)
Summary
The story behind the famous rock and roll riff, and the breakthrough of the periodic table of elements, both of which were inspired by dreams.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
How can we optimize sleep, diet and relationships to maximize happiness and performance?
1:25:25 - 1:39:26 (14:01)
Summary
How can we optimize sleep, diet and relationships to maximize happiness and performance? This podcast discusses the importance of intentional optimization without over-optimizing.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The benefits of discovering one's passion are extolled, but a recent study out of Harvard shows that less than six hours of sleep nightly is linked to poorer physical, cognitive and mood outcomes, as well as an increased risk of developing calcification of the coronary artery, which can be a detriment to the heart.
1:39:27 - 1:46:21 (06:54)
Summary
The benefits of discovering one's passion are extolled, but a recent study out of Harvard shows that less than six hours of sleep nightly is linked to poorer physical, cognitive and mood outcomes, as well as an increased risk of developing calcification of the coronary artery, which can be a detriment to the heart.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker encourages a balance between being healthy and inspired by great heights while acknowledging that reaching great heights may require sacrifice of health.
1:46:21 - 1:52:53 (06:31)
Summary
The speaker encourages a balance between being healthy and inspired by great heights while acknowledging that reaching great heights may require sacrifice of health. Healthy now means longevity and optimum performance over a prolonged period of time.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker encourages the audience to think about how they want to live to ensure they make informed decisions without feeling regret later on.
1:52:53 - 1:59:49 (06:56)
Summary
The speaker encourages the audience to think about how they want to live to ensure they make informed decisions without feeling regret later on. By placing oneself at the point of future mortality, one can retrospectively look back and make informed choices.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker highlights his sleep schedule and how as a sleep researcher he knows what to do to control his insomnia.
1:59:51 - 2:06:34 (06:43)
Summary
The speaker highlights his sleep schedule and how as a sleep researcher he knows what to do to control his insomnia.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Avoid sleeping in late mornings and napping too late into the day as it can affect your ability to sleep at night leading to anxiety and insomnia.
2:06:34 - 2:12:28 (05:54)
Summary
Avoid sleeping in late mornings and napping too late into the day as it can affect your ability to sleep at night leading to anxiety and insomnia.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker shares their sleep habits, which include an average of six hours of sleep per 24 hours and stretches of a month with irregular daily routines.
2:12:29 - 2:16:50 (04:20)
Summary
The speaker shares their sleep habits, which include an average of six hours of sleep per 24 hours and stretches of a month with irregular daily routines. They stress the importance of having a wind down routine to help relax and quiet the mind before bed.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The productivity of some people increases after having kids, proving how meaningful parenting is for them.
2:16:50 - 2:24:03 (07:13)
Summary
The productivity of some people increases after having kids, proving how meaningful parenting is for them. Long work hours and lack of sleep can lead to cognitive impairment, affecting work performance.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Time restricted eating can have many health benefits, but it doesn't seem to have any positive effects on sleep according to three studies conducted on animals.
2:24:04 - 2:32:04 (07:59)
Summary
Time restricted eating can have many health benefits, but it doesn't seem to have any positive effects on sleep according to three studies conducted on animals. Deficiency in wake-promoting chemical, arexin, can lead to narcolepsy which causes an unpredictable sleep schedule.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Dreams are not random and useless, but they serve functions of learning, cognition and memory integration, according to sleep expert Matthew Walker.
2:32:04 - 2:44:12 (12:08)
Summary
Dreams are not random and useless, but they serve functions of learning, cognition and memory integration, according to sleep expert Matthew Walker. By understanding the importance of dreaming, it could be integrated into AI systems for a better approach to learning and problem-solving.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses the relationship between sleep and emotions, stating that sleep can act as a catalyst to shift from a bad time to a very bad time.
2:44:13 - 2:54:20 (10:06)
Summary
The speaker discusses the relationship between sleep and emotions, stating that sleep can act as a catalyst to shift from a bad time to a very bad time. He also notes how fasting combined with sleep deprivation can help identify areas in one's life that are not going well.
Episode#210 – Matt Walker: Sleep
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this podcast, Nikola Tesla's sleep schedule is discussed as he was known for sleeping very few hours a night.
2:54:20 - 2:55:56 (01:35)
Summary
In this podcast, Nikola Tesla's sleep schedule is discussed as he was known for sleeping very few hours a night. Despite this, he was still able to achieve great things through his brilliant mind and important work.