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S2 - #9 Stephanie Romiszewski: It's Time to Rethink Everything You Know About Sleep

October 21, 2026 · 50 min

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From bedtime routines and sleep trackers to the pressure of getting the "perfect" eight hours, there’s no shortage of advice when it comes to sleep. But what if some of the things we’ve been told are actually making sleep harder?

In this episode, I’m joined by sleep physiologist Stephanie Romiszewski, who has spent more than 20 years helping people better understand and improve their sleep. Stephanie has worked with over 10,000 people, from Olympians and Premier League footballers to shift workers, tired parents and those living with chronic sleep difficulties. Her experience spans Harvard Medical School, specialist NHS sleep centres and circadian rhythm research supporting NASA missions.

Stephanie is also the author of the international bestselling book Think Less, Sleep More, which challenges many of the common rules and assumptions surrounding sleep.

Whether you're struggling with your sleep or simply curious about what the science really says, this episode might just change the way you think about rest.

Order Steph's book here - https://www.sleepyheadclinic.co.uk/products/

Follow Steph on Instagram - @stephsleepyhead

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