Topic: Circadian Rhythm

3 chapters across the catalog

Dig Up Canada!
Episode 1537 3:25 - 5:34

1537: Dig Up Canada!

Daylight Saving Time, Sunshine Protection Act Legislation

Clocks in the United States move forward one hour for Daylight Saving Time, prompting a recurring discussion on the health impacts of the time shift. A bipartisan group of senators continues to push for the Sunshine Protection Act to make Daylight Saving Time permanent and end the biannual clock changes. The transition often disrupts sleep schedules and daily routines, though some individuals report minimal impact on their biological clocks.

The Election Special
Episode 1291 29:40 - 31:18

1291: The Election Special

Daylight Saving Time, Circadian Rhythm Disruption

The transition to Daylight Saving Time is discussed as a tool for social control that disrupts human circadian rhythms. The timing of the clock change just before Election Day is noted for its potential to cause widespread "jet lag" and psychological fatigue in the voting population.

Lone Rat
Episode 748 1:31:49 - 1:33:59

748: Lone Rat

Non-24 Circadian Rhythm, Blindness and Melatonin

A listener provides insight into "Non-24," a circadian rhythm disorder common among blind individuals whose brains do not receive light cues to regulate sleep cycles. The discussion questions whether new medications for the condition are legitimate medical breakthroughs or "scams" designed to repurpose expiring patents.