REM Reward

About REM Reward

Our podcasts provide greater insight into the life-changing benefits of sleep psychology. The host, Ryan Shintani, chats with guest speakers ranging from psychologists to sleep professionals. Some notable guests include Sports Sleep Coach Nick Littlehales, Specialist Sleep Physician Dr. David Cunnington, and Associate Professor Dr. George Dragoi from the Yale School of Medicine. If you want to learn more about how sleep can help you improve academically, socially, mentally, and physically, these podcasts are for you! For more tips, check out our website at remreward.org.

Publisher

REM Reward

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Oct 2023

Latest episode

15 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

33 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jun 2026

   Mindfulness, Meditation & Better Sleep – EP 33 w/ Tania Palacios

   In this episode, Ryan speaks with Tania Palacios, an Integrative Mental Health Counselor, Yoga Therapist, Life MAP Coach, Army Veteran, and founder of TLP Wellness. Tania specializes in helping individuals improve their mental, emotional, and physical well-being through a holistic approach that combines mindfulness, movement, breathwork, and lifestyle practices. The conversation explores the connection between stress, the nervous system, and sleep, and why so many teens feel tired but still struggle to fall asleep at night. Tania explains how yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices can help calm the body and mind, making quality sleep more attainable. They also discuss practical ways beginners can get started with mindfulness, common misconceptions about meditation, and simple breathing and relaxation techniques that can fit into even the busiest schedules. Whether you're dealing with stress, struggling to sleep, or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, this episode offers actionable tools to help you slow down, reset, and rest. LINKS: Private Practice Link (https://www.novainitiacounseling.com/) Link for Yoga Therapy Services (https://sofiahealth.com/shop/tania-palacios/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanialpalacios/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TaniaLPalacios) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tlp_wellness/) Connect with REM Reward: ► Website: remreward.org ► Instagram: @rem_reward Listen to our podcasts on other platforms and make sure to subscribe/follow! •⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rem-reward/id1716475851) •⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pwep0tU3AZAyQ0Ax2SryN) •⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9lY2VkOTUzMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw) •⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@REMReward) For more tips, check our website at remreward.org.

2. 

   15 May 2026

   Rest, Mindfulness & Student Wellness – EP 32 w/ Dr. Sudha Wadhwani

   Today on REM Reward, Ryan is joined by Dr. Sudha Wadhwani, a student wellness and mental health advocate who has helped bring creative approaches to rest and mindfulness onto college campuses. Through initiatives like Sereni-tea events and the introduction of nap pods in university libraries, Dr. Wadhwani has worked to create spaces where students can slow down, recharge, and prioritize their well-being in the middle of demanding academic environments. In this episode, they talk about the growing issue of burnout and sleep deprivation among students, how mindfulness and rest can improve emotional resilience and academic performance, and what colleges can do to shift campus culture toward healthier, more sustainable habits. We also discuss the impact of nap pods and student wellness programming, and practical advice for students trying to balance achievement with mental health and recovery. LINKS: Dr. Wadhwani Psychology Today (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sudha-wadhwani-montclair-nj/137896) Connect with REM Reward: ► Website: remreward.org ► Instagram: @rem_reward Listen to our podcasts on other platforms and make sure to subscribe/follow! •⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rem-reward/id1716475851) •⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pwep0tU3AZAyQ0Ax2SryN) •⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9lY2VkOTUzMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw) •⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@REMReward) For more tips, check our website at remreward.org.

3. 

   16 Apr 2026

   Caffeine, Screens & Teen Sleep: What’s Really Keeping Teens Awake – EP 31 w/ Dr. Christina Calamaro

   In this episode, Ryan speaks with Dr. Christina Calamaro, a leading researcher in adolescent sleep and health at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University. Dr. Calamaro’s work focuses on how behaviors like caffeine consumption and technology use impact sleep patterns, learning, and overall well-being in teenagers. The conversation explores why so many teens are not getting enough sleep, how sleep deprivation affects academic performance and daily functioning, and the surprising levels of caffeine consumption among adolescents. Dr. Calamaro also breaks down the complex relationship between screen time, stimulation, and sleep disruption, and shares insights on which factors matter most. They also discuss the real-world consequences of sleep loss, including safety risks and long-term health effects, and what parents, schools, and teens can do to create healthier habits in an increasingly demanding and connected world. This episode offers a clear, research-backed look at one of the most important and overlooked challenges facing young people today. LINKS: Citations from Dr. Calamaro (https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=hUVGqLsAAAAJ&hl=en) Connect with REM Reward: ► Website: remreward.org ► Instagram: @rem_reward Listen to our podcasts on other platforms and make sure to subscribe/follow! •⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rem-reward/id1716475851) •⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pwep0tU3AZAyQ0Ax2SryN) •⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9lY2VkOTUzMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw) •⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@REMReward) For more tips, check our website at remreward.org.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

728

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

37

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

0

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