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Seven Days Asleep: Inside the World of Competitive Sleeping

Propellant Films Season 1 Episode 13

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This is not your average bedtime story.

Denise Kettler is a regional champion competitive sleeper with a personal best of seven days. She’s faced mall crowds, hushed commentators, and the pressure of state-level competition.

Now she’s headed to the Sleep Number Invitational

In this episode:

  • We break down the rules of competitive sleep
  • Explore nightmare management techniques
  • Debate beach vs. mountain sleep conditions
  • And uncover why she believes darkness is a gift

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