201: The Circadian Roundtable: Sleep, Light & Glucose with Danielle Hamilton & Kristin Weitzel

201: The Circadian Roundtable: Sleep, Light & Glucose with Danielle Hamilton & Kristin Weitzel

Author: Mollie McGlocklin, Mollie Eastman March 24, 2025 Duration: 1:36:30

😓  Why light is medicine—and also a potential toxin

😓 The importance of ā€œbookendingā€ your day (Mollie’s signature phone shut-down ritual)

😓 Danielle’s take on blood sugar drops at 3AM and what to do about it

😓 The sneaky ways stress spikes glucose (even from doing laundry!)

😓 How modern lighting wrecks melatonin—and what to do about it

😓 Easy, low-cost upgrades to make your home circadian-friendly

😓 Why eating earlier = better blood sugar, better sleep, better YOU

😓 The mindset piece: why ā€œI’m just a night owlā€ might be the most dangerous label of all

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😓 How to lovingly navigate these lifestyle upgrades with your partner, kids, or skeptical roommate

😓 And many more!
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Hosted by Mollie McGlocklin and Mollie Eastman, The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast grew from a personal struggle with insomnia into a mission to fundamentally change how we think about rest. It moves beyond generic advice, framing quality sleep as an active, learnable practice essential to every aspect of our lives. Conversations with a diverse range of experts-from scientists and physicians to philosophers and fitness innovators-explore sleep’s profound connections to culture, society, and personal performance. You’ll hear nuanced discussions that treat sleep not as an isolated chore, but as a central pillar of wellness intertwined with our daily routines, beliefs, and environment. The dialogue is geared toward actionable insights, offering tangible strategies you can apply immediately, whether you’re dealing with jet lag, stress, or simply seeking deeper, more consistent rest. This podcast operates on the conviction that by prioritizing and skillfully cultivating our sleep, we unlock a more resilient, healthy, and focused existence. Tune in for thoughtful explorations that demystify the science and art of rest, providing a comprehensive toolkit for anyone ready to make transformative shifts in their health and overall well-being.
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