The Lucid Dreaming Podcast

In this episode, I speak with Karen Konkoly, a Ph.D. student researching Lucid Dreaming at Northwestern University who has recently led a study on 2-way communication in lucid dreams. Show notes: Tech for Dreaming Meetup Tech for Dreaming YouTube Karen’s publications Study: Real-time dialogue between experimenters and dreamers during REM sleep Northwestern Cognitive Neuroscience Lab […]

In this episode i speak with Dr. Denholm Aspy, a scientist studying lucid dreaming at the University of Adelaide, Australia. We cover his recent studies, how conducting lucid dreaming science has changed, the effects of vitamin B6 on dream recall, and different methods of dream journaling and their effectiveness, and more. Show notes: Matt Walker […]

In this episode I expand a bit more on meditation and lucid dreams and give a run down of my basic core components of lucid dreaming practice and describe my favorite induction method.

In this episode I interview Jayne Gackenbach who is a researcher and author of several books about lucid dreams and videos games. We discuss the intersection of videos games, dreams, nightmares, lucidity and how they are connected. Show notes: Jayne’s Website Jayne’s Podcast Control Your Dreams Book Lucid or Bust – Podcast, Website, My Write […]

In this episode I discuss the recent lucid dreaming device showing up on crowdfunding campaigns plus an interview with Craig Weiss, the Founder of CEO of Aladdin Dreamer, a company making a brain stimulation lucid dreaming device. Show Notes: Aladdin Dreamer Kickstarter – Aladdin Website iBand Kickstarter The Lucid Dreamer Kickstarter

In this episode I talk to Daniel Love, a life long lucid dreamer and lucid dreaming researcher. We discuss his perspectives on lucid dreaming, his 2013 book, his current kickstarter project The Lucid Dreamer’s Guide to the Cosmos and many other things. Show notes: My interview on MeaningOfLife.tv with Nikita Petrov The Lucid Dreamer’s Guide […]

In this episode I talk to Mike Lamberti, an avid lucid dreamer, an internet friend, and the new writer on lucidsage.com. We discuss techniques, sleep labs, the snooze button, learning your dream landscape, and mediation for lucidity. Show notes: Lucid Dreaming and the Snooze Button Ep 14 – Dream Yoga Teacher Andre Holecek Mike’s website […]

In this episode I interview Kelly Bulkeley, a dream researcher, author, and creator of  the Sleep and Dream Database (SDDb). We discuss dream journals, dream analysis, dreams in cultures, the experience realism of in dreams and more. Show Notes: Kelly Bulkeley’s Website and Twitter. Palo Alto Dream Tech Panel with Kelly and Jennifer video Kelly’s Sleep and Dream Database (SDDb) Event […]

In this episode I interview philosopher Evan Thompson, who is a Professor of Philosophy at University of British Columbia, mainly in the fields of cognitive science, philosophy of mind and Phenomenology. He is the author of the book Waking, Dreaming, Being: Self and Consciousness in Neuroscience, Meditation, and Philosophy. We discuss a wide range of topics, the aspects of consciousness […]

In this episode I interview Dr. Kristen LaMarca, an associate at the Lucidity Institute and a clinical psychologist who incorporates lucid dreaming in her practice. We discuss a variety of topics including research, psychology and supplements. Show Notes: Dr. Kristen LaMarca’s Website Kristen’s Blog Kristen on Twitter The Lucidity Institute Galantamine Sleeping, Dreaming and Dying by […]

In this episode I confess to my deteriorating sleep quality and it’s cascading affect on my dreaming practice. Sleep trackers rant, plus update on the gadget prototype. Show Notes: The OURA Ring Kickstarter What is Neurofeedback The Transformative Technology Conference Waking, Dreaming, Being by Evan Thompson Get a Free Audiobook from Audible at www.audibletrial.com/LucidDreaming Audiobook Recommendation: […]

In this mishmash of an episode I give some updates on my latest adventures, look at the latest technology and kickstarters for sleep gadgets and talk about the importance of sleep for lucid dreaming as well of general health and wellbeing. Show Notes: My interview on the Entrepreneurs in Training Podcast My interview on BBC4’s […]

Coming back from a long break with an interview with the 3 co-founders of Finite Films, the creators of Anamnesis, a short film and web series about Lucid Dreaming. Show Notes: Finite Films Website Anamnesis Series Website Finite Films YouTube Channel Anamnesis on Facebook Anamnesis on Twitter Random Mentions: The book Are You Dreaming? by Daniel […]

This episode covers the most common myths and misconceptions about lucid dreams and tries to clarify some fact from fiction. Also an exciting study at the University of Wisconsin is looking for expert lucid dreamers. Show Notes: Lucid Dreaming for Alpine Endurance Athletes More info about the University of Wisconsin Study To learn more or […]

Another mini smorgasbord episode. MIT Media Labs interview with B. Alan Wallace, UMSL research study + Saint Louis Lucid Dreaming Meetup Group, and amazing statistics from an Android Lucid Dreaming App. Show Notes: MIT Media Labs Conversation with B. Alan Wallace stlLD.com – USML Research stlLD.com – Meetup Group Awoken Android App Awoken Statistics Article […]

Back on the podcast where Daniel Schoonover, founder of iWinks, and I get together for a chat about the Aurora, kickstarter campaigns, lucid dreaming in mainstream media and more. Show Notes: Aurora latest updates Oneirics on Kickstarter Latest Wired Article Michio Kaku on the Science of Dreams (and lucid dreams) Medium Article on Stephen LaBerge My […]

Discussion on a new Kickstarter campaign, the positives, the negatives and the oddities of this one. And exploring the how experientially we are living two lives, despite more often than not, we dismiss one as unreal. Show Notes: Oneirics on Kickstarter Oneirics comment section

A mini episode to get back into recording mode. Reflections on the podcast itself, follow up on last episode, app recommendation, book recommendation, feedback and a bunch of little things. This is a smorgasbord episode. Show Notes: Waking Up – Chapter One (Free) by Sam Harris Waking Up in Audiobook and Print Version How do you explain consciousness […]

Conversation with Special Guest Andrew Holececk, an Author and Dream Yoga teacher, about Dream Yoga, Sleep Yoga and Lucid Dreaming as a path to awakening. Show Notes: www.AndrewHolecek.com Dream Yoga – The Tibetan Path of Awakening Through Lucid Dreaming: on Sounds True, Amazon or Audible Meditation in the iGeneration: How to Meditate in a World of Speed […]

This episode is a companion episode to my article The Future of Lucid Dreaming, in which I attempt to predict or envision the coming developments and advancements in the world of lucid dreaming. Show Notes: The Future of Lucid Dreaming Article Dream Yoga NovaDreamer & NovaDreamer2 Remee Aurora NeuroOn Lucid Dreaming through Electric Stimulation Study Personal […]

In this episode I discuss the biggest news in the science of lucid dreaming since the 70’s. How lucid dreams can be induced by an electrical current and the device I am working to do just that. Also follow-up on my second supplements experiment. Show Notes: The Dream Leaf (Website – Amazon) Article in The […]

In this episode I discuss lucid dreaming activities. The basic and common tourist activities and the involved, complex and mind bending “resident” activities. Also follow-up on my first supplements experiment. Show Notes: Translating Dreams Kickstarter The Way of the Lucid Dreamer Kickstarter Dr. Steven Novella’s Article about Supplements on Science Based Medicine

Made it to episode 10! This episode is the first in a series of episodes about supplements and herbs for aiding in lucid dreaming. I talk about various components, their effect on the brain and how they might work in helping achieve lucidity.

Show notes and links at www.lucidsage.com/episode-10

In this episode I explore a new theory of dream recall, dream journaling and dream awareness. What is the absolute minimum level and type of practice to achieve lucidity, and an experiment to test it. Show Notes: Multiple False Awakening reddit discussion The Mutual Dream Experiment new video The Ultimate Lucid Dreaming Movie List The Lucidity […]

In this episode I answer a question about feelings and non-tangible things as dream signs as well as discuss the various paranormal claims often associated with Lucid Dreams and try to look at them from two perspectives. Show Notes: An fMRI study of Out of Body Experience The Mutual Dream Experiment by Dr Rory Mac Sweeney

In this episode I discuss DIY (Do It Yourself) Methods and self created techniques for lucid dreaming. Also in this episode, new feed, new gear, book recommendations, a quick rundown of false awakenings and some thank yous. Show Notes: Dreams of Awakening by Charlie Morley Lucid Dream On Command by Jaime Alexander Rhythm Induced Lucid Dreaming by Harionago The Podcast on […]

In this episode I discuss levels of lucidity and how it manifests in lucid dreams as well as how to use dream activities to practice and improve it. I follow up on dream yoga and the hierarchy of techniques. Show Notes: Dreams of Awakening by Charlie Morley Misconception Cleaner by TheModernNinja Lucidity Institute Update and Survey Nidra Dreaming […]

In this episode I discuss brain waves, the sleep cycle, neurofeedback and their correlation to lucid dreaming and how understanding those better can help achieve lucidity. Show Notes: Video Games Change the Way You Dream – The Verge Brain Waves Graph Open BCI The Muse – Personal EEG Flux – Automatic Screen Light Adjuster Sleep Stages: […]

Episode 3 of the Lucid Dreaming podcast. Another Lucid Dreaming Headband on Kickstarter and an Interview with iWinks, creators of the Aurora Headband.

Episode 2 of the Lucid Dreaming podcast. This week I discuss the dream journal app Dreamboard as well as dream signs and reality checks.

Introduction, intention and future plan/hopes for the podcast
Dream Journal as a core base of Lucid Dreaming podcast
My article about Dream Journals