Sleep Expert, Daniel Gartenberg: The Truth About Sleep Tracking That Big Tech Won't Tell You

In this episode, world-renowned sleep scientist Dr. Daniel Gartenberg reveals the surprising truths behind sleep tracking, the real science of deep sleep, and how common mistakes are silently wrecking your recovery, and the future tech of sleep.

Dr. Daniel Gartenberg is a sleep scientist and the founder and CEO of SleepSpace, where he develops innovative solutions to improve sleep quality and health. He is also the Senior Sleep Health Advisor to CPAP.com. With a PhD in cognitive psychology from George Mason University and over 15 years in sleep research, he has secured more than $3.5 million in grants from the National Science Foundation and the National Institute on Aging.

He explains:

◻️️Why chasing a "perfect sleep score" can actually ruin your sleep.

◻️The #1 mistake people make with sleep trackers and how to fix it.

◻️Hidden breathing issues that silently damage your deep sleep and health.

◻️How wearable accuracy works — and what big tech doesn't tell you.

◻️The surprising link between deep sleep and long-term brain health.

◻️Future breakthroughs in sleep technology over the next 5 years.

◻️How to build the ultimate nighttime routine for recovery and focus.

◻️Why melatonin isn't the magic pill you think it is.

◻️The science of waking up naturally and feeling fully recharged.

⏱ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

00:49 – Top tips for better sleep and building a consistent rhythm.

04:29 – Boosting deep sleep with sound tech.

06:20 – How does this small startup beat big tech companies in sleep

tracking accuracy?

08:17 – How do sleep labs measure your brainwaves and sleep stages?

12:59 – The danger of obsessing over perfect sleep scores.

21:02 – The most proven therapy for falling asleep faster and insomnia.

22:34 – How at-home tests uncovered Daniel’s hidden sleep apnea.

40:30 – Myths about night owls and sleep timing.

44:25 – Melatonin myths and better supplement options.

50:26 – Lighting and phone hacks for better sleep.

53:32 – The future of sleep tech and health startups.

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