In this episode, I am speaking with Benjamin Baird, a Research Assistant Professor at The University of Texas at Austin, and one of the leading researchers in the field of lucid dreaming science. We cover a wide range of topics, from philosophy and consciousness, some of the reasons to study lucid dreams, the science and […] The post Episode 32 – Benjamin Baird appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode, I speak with Karen Konkoly, a Ph.D. student researching Lucid Dreaming at Northwestern University who has recently led a study on 2-way communication in lucid dreams. Show notes: Tech for Dreaming Meetup Tech for Dreaming YouTube Karen’s publications Study: Real-time dialogue between experimenters and dreamers during REM sleep Northwestern Cognitive Neuroscience Lab […] The post Episode 31 – Karen Konkoly appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode i speak with Dr. Denholm Aspy, a scientist studying lucid dreaming at the University of Adelaide, Australia. We cover his recent studies, how conducting lucid dreaming science has changed, the effects of vitamin B6 on dream recall, and different methods of dream journaling and their effectiveness, and more. Show notes: Matt Walker […] The post Episode 30 – Dr. Denholm Aspy appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I interview Jayne Gackenbach who is a researcher and author of several books about lucid dreams and videos games. We discuss the intersection of videos games, dreams, nightmares, lucidity and how they are connected. Show notes: Jayne’s Website Jayne’s Podcast Control Your Dreams Book Lucid or Bust – Podcast, Website, My Write […] The post Episode 29 – Jayne Gackenbach appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I discuss the recent lucid dreaming device showing up on crowdfunding campaigns plus an interview with Craig Weiss, the Founder of CEO of Aladdin Dreamer, a company making a brain stimulation lucid dreaming device. Show Notes: Aladdin Dreamer Kickstarter – Aladdin Website iBand Kickstarter The Lucid Dreamer Kickstarter The post Episode 28 – Craig Weiss – Aladdin Dreamer appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I talk to Daniel Love, a life long lucid dreamer and lucid dreaming researcher. We discuss his perspectives on lucid dreaming, his 2013 book, his current kickstarter project The Lucid Dreamer’s Guide to the Cosmos and many other things. Show notes: My interview on MeaningOfLife.tv with Nikita Petrov The Lucid Dreamer’s Guide […] The post Episode 27 – Daniel Love appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I talk to Mike Lamberti, an avid lucid dreamer, an internet friend, and the new writer on lucidsage.com. We discuss techniques, sleep labs, the snooze button, learning your dream landscape, and mediation for lucidity. Show notes: Lucid Dreaming and the Snooze Button Ep 14 – Dream Yoga Teacher Andre Holecek Mike’s website […] The post Episode 26 – Mike Lamberti appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I interview Kelly Bulkeley, a dream researcher, author, and creator of the Sleep and Dream Database (SDDb). We discuss dream journals, dream analysis, dreams in cultures, the experience realism of in dreams and more. Show Notes: Kelly Bulkeley’s Website and Twitter. Palo Alto Dream Tech Panel with Kelly and Jennifer video Kelly’s Sleep and Dream Database (SDDb) Event […] The post Episode 25 – Dream Researcher Kelly Bulkeley appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I interview philosopher Evan Thompson, who is a Professor of Philosophy at University of British Columbia, mainly in the fields of cognitive science, philosophy of mind and Phenomenology. He is the author of the book Waking, Dreaming, Being: Self and Consciousness in Neuroscience, Meditation, and Philosophy. We discuss a wide range of topics, the aspects of consciousness […] The post Episode 24 – Philosopher Evan Thompson appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I interview Dr. Kristen LaMarca, an associate at the Lucidity Institute and a clinical psychologist who incorporates lucid dreaming in her practice. We discuss a variety of topics including research, psychology and supplements. Show Notes: Dr. Kristen LaMarca’s Website Kristen’s Blog Kristen on Twitter The Lucidity Institute Galantamine Sleeping, Dreaming and Dying by […] The post Episode 23 – Dr. Kristen LaMarca appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this episode I confess to my deteriorating sleep quality and it’s cascading affect on my dreaming practice. Sleep trackers rant, plus update on the gadget prototype. Show Notes: The OURA Ring Kickstarter What is Neurofeedback The Transformative Technology Conference Waking, Dreaming, Being by Evan Thompson Get a Free Audiobook from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/LucidDreaming Audiobook Recommendation: […] The post Episode 22 – Sleepless in Los Angeles appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

In this mishmash of an episode I give some updates on my latest adventures, look at the latest technology and kickstarters for sleep gadgets and talk about the importance of sleep for lucid dreaming as well of general health and wellbeing. Show Notes: My interview on the Entrepreneurs in Training Podcast My interview on BBC4’s […] The post Episode 21 – Prerequisite for a Dream appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

Coming back from a long break with an interview with the 3 co-founders of Finite Films, the creators of Anamnesis, a short film and web series about Lucid Dreaming. Show Notes: Finite Films Website Anamnesis Series Website Finite Films YouTube Channel Anamnesis on Facebook Anamnesis on Twitter Random Mentions: The book Are You Dreaming? by Daniel […] The post Episode 20 – Finite Films Interview – Anamnesis appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

This episode covers the most common myths and misconceptions about lucid dreams and tries to clarify some fact from fiction. Also an exciting study at the University of Wisconsin is looking for expert lucid dreamers. Show Notes: Lucid Dreaming for Alpine Endurance Athletes More info about the University of Wisconsin Study To learn more or […] The post Episode 19 – Myths and Misconceptions appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

Another mini smorgasbord episode. MIT Media Labs interview with B. Alan Wallace, UMSL research study + Saint Louis Lucid Dreaming Meetup Group, and amazing statistics from an Android Lucid Dreaming App. Show Notes: MIT Media Labs Conversation with B. Alan Wallace stlLD.com – USML Research stlLD.com – Meetup Group Awoken Android App Awoken Statistics Article […] The post Episode 18 – Awoken appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

Back on the podcast where Daniel Schoonover, founder of iWinks, and I get together for a chat about the Aurora, kickstarter campaigns, lucid dreaming in mainstream media and more. Show Notes: Aurora latest updates Oneirics on Kickstarter Latest Wired Article Michio Kaku on the Science of Dreams (and lucid dreams) Medium Article on Stephen LaBerge My […] The post Episode 17 – Daniel Schoonover appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

Discussion on a new Kickstarter campaign, the positives, the negatives and the oddities of this one. And exploring the how experientially we are living two lives, despite more often than not, we dismiss one as unreal. Show Notes: Oneirics on Kickstarter Oneirics comment section The post Episode 16 – Your Two Lives appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

A mini episode to get back into recording mode. Reflections on the podcast itself, follow up on last episode, app recommendation, book recommendation, feedback and a bunch of little things. This is a smorgasbord episode. Show Notes: Waking Up – Chapter One (Free) by Sam Harris Waking Up in Audiobook and Print Version How do you explain consciousness […] The post Episode 15 – Reflections appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

Conversation with Special Guest Andrew Holececk, an Author and Dream Yoga teacher, about Dream Yoga, Sleep Yoga and Lucid Dreaming as a path to awakening. Show Notes: www.AndrewHolecek.com Dream Yoga – The Tibetan Path of Awakening Through Lucid Dreaming: on Sounds True, Amazon or Audible Meditation in the iGeneration: How to Meditate in a World of Speed […] The post Episode 14 – Dream Yoga with Andrew Holecek appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.

This episode is a companion episode to my article The Future of Lucid Dreaming, in which I attempt to predict or envision the coming developments and advancements in the world of lucid dreaming. Show Notes: The Future of Lucid Dreaming Article Dream Yoga NovaDreamer & NovaDreamer2 Remee Aurora NeuroOn Lucid Dreaming through Electric Stimulation Study Personal […] The post Episode 13 – The Future of Lucid Dreaming appeared first on Lucid Dreaming.