Are the soothing sounds you use to drift off to sleep actually working against you? This week, we dig into groundbreaking research that suggests pink noise — the ambient sound often compared to rainfall — may reduce the very stages of sleep your brain and body need most.

Brent is joined by Professor Delwyn Bartlett, psychologist and insomnia specialist from the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, with over 30 years’ experience helping Australians sleep better.

Tune in as we explore:
• What pink noise is and how it differs from white noise.
• How environmental and pink noise can reduce REM and deep sleep.
• Why earplugs may be a surprisingly effective alternative.
• What this means for millions of Australians using sleep apps and sound machines.
• Tips from a leading sleep expert on protecting your sleep health.

If you rely on sound to get a good night’s rest, this episode will make you rethink your bedtime routine. Don’t miss it — your brain (and sleep!) will thank you.