Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep with Tara Youngblood

Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep with Tara Youngblood

Author: Marcylle Combs September 23, 2026 Duration: 38:10

Tara Youngblood shares expert insights on sleep, debunking myths, and practical tips to improve sleep quality for better health and productivity. She has spent well over a decade researching the science of sleep, particularly how temperature affects sleep quality, recovery, and overall health. Her background combines physics, engineering, sleep diagnostics, and integrative health. She has been involved in developing patented sleep technologies and has become a recognized speaker on sleep optimization, recovery, and wellness.

Dr. Tara Youngblood is a clinical psychologist, and internationally recognized sleep scientist. As the Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Geli Sleep, she has dedicated more than 10,000 hours to sleep research and holds more than 50 patents in sleep technology. Known as the "Sleep Geek," Dr. Youngblood is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author of Reprogram Your Sleep, and a leading voice in functional and holistic health focusing on restorative sleep and women’s health. She combines scientific rigor with a deeply personal mission to help people optimize their health through better sleep.

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Hosted by Marcylle Combs, 50% with Marcylle Combs is built on the belief that women's voices and leadership are essential to every conversation. This podcast moves beyond surface-level interviews to explore the full spectrum of a leader's life. In each episode, Marcylle sits down with a woman who is actively shaping her field and community, delving into the real texture of her journey. You'll hear about the pivotal moments that defined her path, the obstacles that reshaped her direction, and the hard-won insights gathered along the way. These are not just success stories; they are honest accounts of professional and personal evolution, offering tangible advice for anyone looking to lead. By focusing on this depth, the podcast creates a platform where the diverse and inspiring narratives of women from various backgrounds, industries, and sectors take center stage. Tuning into this podcast means gaining access to a repository of experience, a source of solidarity, and a clearer understanding of what it means to build a meaningful career and life. It’s where ambition meets reflection, and where listening feels like joining a candid, necessary dialogue about progress and purpose.
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