Conservation biologist Dr. JJ Apodaca takes us deep into the Southern Appalachians to meet North America’s smallest and most endangered species of turtle. Through a closer look into the sleep habits of these tiny animals, we explore the evolutionary history that shaped our own temperature requirements for restorative, quality sleep. With the help of cutting edge tech like Sleep Number’s 360 Smart Bed and Sleep IQ, JJ can not only set the ideal conditions for good night’s sleep, but also track his sleep quality with data-driven insights.
Written / Directed by Pikey Holdredge for Sleep Number on CNN
Cinematography by Owen Hamilton and Andrew Smith, produced by Eric Knapp, and edited by Matthew Chao.