How Sleep Paralysis Works, or The Worst Thing...

You can make a pretty good case that the rise of opinion “news” and filter bubbles on cable tv created the current cultural and political schism that plagues American society. How did it start? Where did it come from? And what the heck can we do about it?See omnystudio.com/listen ...  Show more

Back in the day, broadcasters were bound by law to provide contrasting opinions on political matters. Why? Because of the Fairness Doctrine. What happened to it? Listen to this classic episode and find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

What's the most intense nightmare you've ever had? Have you ever felt trapped in one? Join Ben, Matt and Noel as they explore the phenomenon known as sleep paralysis.

Who sleepwalks the most? Kids. In this episode, Cristen and Caroline explore the odd world of sleep behaviors, including sleep-related eating disorders, the relationship between sleepwalking and depression and more.

Sleep paralysis is a freaky phenomenon that has inspired ghost stories and alien abduction conspiracies. Fortunately, there's a scientific explanation for why it happens, and also ways to prevent it.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the ...  Show more

Some people love to crawl into their cozy beds and doze off to sleep. But for some of us, bed is more like a prison just waiting till our bleary eyes can no longer stay open to trap us. It's when the Old Hag strikes and sleep paralysis sets in. For those of us who fear the dark, ...  Show more