BIO: Arjen is a PhD aerospace engineer (NASA, Ferrari, Nikon, ASML). He likes to use engineering to make a positive impact. SHOWNOTES: 😴 How Arjen leveraged his aerospace and acoustics background to revolutionize sleep environments 😴 The origin story of AirTulip — a smart headboard that creates a "clean air bubble" around your sleep zone 😴 Why traditional air purifiers fall short and how AirTulip uses laminar airflow to prevent air mixing 😴 The powerful impact of air quality on deep sleep, allergies, snoring, asthma, and recovery 😴 Surprising fact: indoor air is typically 5x dirtier than outdoor air 😴 AirTulip's noise level breakthrough: designed using jet engine software to be ultra-quiet (~26 dB!) 😴 EMF-conscious design: shielded and grounded motor, zero wireless connectivity 😴 How the AirTulip reduces triggers for snoring and allergy-induced sleep disruptions 😴 AirTulip use cases: from parents with kids and pets to athletes tracking recovery data 😴 The overlooked role of airflow direction in your bedroom and why your pillow area matters most 😴 Bonus: The real story behind the name "AirTulip" (yes, it involves a giant 8-foot tulip-looking purifier!) 😴 And many more! SPONSORS: 🪟 Ublockout — Can you still see your hand in front of your face when you are in bed? Well, you NEED to know about this company that will get on a Zoom call with you and help you measure your windows for a custom AND affordable blackout solution! Enjoy 10% OFF. Code: SLEEPISASKILL 🛌🏻 Transform your sleep with Eight Sleep ’s cooling mattress—personalized temperature control for deep, restorative rest every night. Code: sleepisaskill 🧠 If you “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” at night… https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill GUEST LINKS: Website: $200 discount on Air Purifying Headboard with the code: SLEEPISASKILL on our website https://airtulip.co/ Twitter: https://x.com/AirTulipInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjendejong-phd/ DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter 8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimize Sleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcasts LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A
