Commune with Jeff Krasno

In this episode of Sleep Essentials, we step beyond the human bedroom and into the animal kingdom to explore how different species rest, dream, and survive. From insects that pause in rhythmic waves to birds that nap mid-flight, dolphins that sleep with half their brain awake, and octopuses that dream in color, sleep reveals itself as a biological negotiation between vulnerability and protection. We also explore animal dreaming — how rats replay mazes, birds rehearse songs, dogs relive scent and memory, and what these nocturnal rehearsals suggest about learning, memory, and evolution itself. The episode closes with a simple invitation: to observe how animals rest, and to reflect on what modern life may have taught us to override — our own instincts for stillness, safety, and surrender.

In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Aurora Solá, author of Manifesto on the Future of Food, and Camilla Fayed, founder of Farmacy, a plant-forward restaurant and regenerative food project built around organic, biodynamic sourcing and the belief that “food is medicine.” Together, they explore how our food system became disconnected from soil, ecology, and human health, and what it will take to restore it. Aurora and Camilla walk through the origins and principles of regenerative agriculture, explaining how practices rooted in biodiversity, soil restoration, and ecological balance can rebuild resilience in both ecosystems and communities. Rather than framing the issue through blame or fear, they focus on practical pathways forward, from supporting local farmers to rethinking how we relate to food altogether. This conversation is an invitation to see food not just as fuel, but as a relationship, one that shapes our health, our environment, and our collective future.  This podcast is made possible by: Igniton Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠igniton.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use code Commune75 for $75 off your order of two bottles or more. LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Mimio Get 25% off with code COMMUNE25 at Mimiohealth.com Tia Join Tia today at ⁠⁠⁠AskTia.com⁠⁠⁠ and enter promo code COMMUNE25 and get the first 3  months of your annual membership FREE. Bon Charge  Get 15% off when you order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠boncharge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use promo code COMMUNE

In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff explores how to transform your bedroom into a true sleep sanctuary — a space that signals safety, softness, and rest. Drawing on both ancient traditions and modern sleep science, he explains how light, temperature, scent, sound, and even clutter shape the nervous system and influence how deeply we sleep. Long before sleep trackers and wearables, people understood that the environment itself was medicine — and Jeff brings that wisdom into a modern context. Jeff also shares simple ways to shield yourself from modern sleep disruptors like artificial light, noise, and screens, and offers practical guidance for creating a space that feels calm and nurturing. From cooling the room to darkening the space to creating evening rituals that gently separate day from night, this episode shows how small, intentional changes can have an outsized effect on sleep quality. If you’ve struggled with falling asleep, waking in the night, or simply want to deepen your rest, this episode offers a clear, accessible roadmap for building a bedroom — and a nightly ritual — that truly supports your mind and body. This podcast is made possible by: LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at ⁠⁠⁠DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE⁠⁠⁠  Stemregen Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Tia Join Tia today at ⁠AskTia.com⁠ and enter promo code COMMUNE25 and get the first 3  months of your annual membership FREE. Bon Charge  Get 15% off when you order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠boncharge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use promo code COMMUNE Igniton Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠igniton.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠and use code Commune75 for $75 off your order of two bottles or more.

As winter sets in, our immune systems are under new kinds of stress. In this special mashup, Jeff revisits three powerful conversations that explain how the immune system actually works — and how to support it through food, sunlight, sleep, and daily habits. Dr. Jeffrey Bland explores the immune system as a dynamic, adaptive network that’s constantly learning from how we live. Dr. William Li reveals how the microbiome communicates with immune cells and how the foods we eat shape that conversation. And Dr. Roger Seheult shares how vitamin D, rest, and gentle exposure to heat and cold can help the body build resilience and fend off infection. Think of it as your winter immunity playbook — practical, science-backed tools for staying strong this season. This podcast is made possible by: LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at ⁠⁠DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE⁠⁠  Stemregen Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Tia Join Tia today at AskTia.com and enter promo code COMMUNE25 and get the first 3  months of your annual membership FREE. Bon Charge  Get 15% off when you order at ⁠⁠⁠boncharge.com⁠⁠⁠ and use promo code COMMUNE Igniton Visit ⁠⁠⁠igniton.com ⁠⁠⁠and use code Commune75 for $75 off your order of two bottles or more.

In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff explores the architecture of sleep — the repeating nightly cycles that carry us from light sleep into deep restoration and vivid REM dreaming. He breaks down N1, N2, and N3 sleep, explains why deep sleep is essential for physical repair and immune function, and describes how REM helps us process emotion, creativity, and memory. Along the way, Jeff highlights the science behind hypnagogia — the imaginative threshold between waking and sleep that inspired minds like Einstein and Dalí — and how understanding these stages can help you wake with more clarity and ease. Whether you struggle with groggy mornings, restless nights, or inconsistent energy, this episode offers a clear and grounded roadmap for understanding your sleep patterns — and aligning your life with the rhythms your body already knows. This podcast is made possible by: Bon Charge  Get 15% off when you order at ⁠boncharge.com⁠ and use promo code COMMUNE Mimio Get 25% off with code COMMUNE25 at ⁠⁠Mimiohealth.com⁠⁠ Igniton Visit ⁠igniton.com ⁠and use code Commune75 for $75 off your order of two bottles or more. LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at ⁠DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE⁠  Stemregen Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD