Tea with T-cells is a science communication podcast where we break down the mysteries of the complex science over a cup of tea. From everyday health to cutting-edge research and paths that lead to the world of science. Using this channel, we make complex biology clear, engaging, and fun.
Tea with T-cells is a science communication podcast where we break down the mysteries of the complex science over a cup of tea. From everyday health to cutting-edge research and paths that lead to the world of science. Using this channel, we make complex biology clear, engaging, and fun.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Stephen Emegbo, a leading expert in sleep physiology with over 25 years of clinical, research, and academic experience.
From hospital sleep labs to elite sports performance, Dr Emegbo’s career path into academia is anything but unusual, and that’s exactly what makes this conversation so fascinating.
We explore his journey through clinical sleep medicine, including some of his most memorable patient stories, and unpack the science behind how and why we sleep the way we do.
đź’¤ In this episode, we cover:
· Dr Emegbo’s unconventional path into academia and sleep science
· What life is really like behind the scenes as a clinical scientist
· How he completed a part-time PhD alongside full-time clinical work and family life
· His most unusual, surprising, and memorable patient stories from sleep clinics
· How men and women differ in their sleep changes as they age.
· Sleep apnoea, snoring, and what’s actually happening in your body when you sleep
Whether you’re curious about sleep science, struggling with your own sleep, or just love hearing behind-the-scenes stories from clinical practice, this episode is packed with insight, humour, and eye-opening facts.
🎧 Listen now and rethink everything you thought you knew about sleep.