Podcast &
Media

TEDx Cary Women

Tara's TEDx talk on overcoming the loss of her son and discovering the science of sleep as a path to healing. Viewed by thousands worldwide.

Tim Ferriss — Tools of Titans

ChiliPad was featured in Tim Ferriss's bestselling book 'Tools of Titans' as one of the top products for better sleep, leading to a major sales spike.

Forbes

Selected as a Forbes Business Council member, recognized for expertise in sleep technology innovation and entrepreneurship.

Forbes

ChiliPAD was named Best Wellness Product for Powerful Moms in Business by Forbes, recognizing the innovation in sleep technology.

Inc. Magazine

Kryo Inc. (parent company of ChiliSleep) ranked #615 on the 2020 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies.

First For Women Magazine

Featured expert interview debunking the myth that everyone needs exactly eight hours of sleep, explaining the science of individual sleep needs.

Authority Magazine

In-depth feature interview covering Tara's journey from physicist to sleep scientist, the loss of her son, building ChiliPad, and her vision for changing how the world sleeps.

Bulletproof Radio with Dave Asprey

Deep dive into how water-based cooling technology helps the body settle into optimal sleep temperature for deeper, more restorative rest.

Revolution Health Radio with Chris Kresser

Discussion on the science of temperature regulation as a means of improving sleep quality, covering circadian rhythms and thermoregulation.

Wellness Mama Podcast (#270)

Explaining how the ChiliPad system supports the body's natural sleep needs with science-backed approaches to temperature optimization.

Sleep Is A Skill Podcast (#012)

The backstory of inventing ChiliPad, why nocturnal body temperature is crucial to sleep, and practical tips for optimizing your sleep environment.

Myers Detox Podcast (#375)

Comprehensive breakdown of the top 10 actionable tips from Reprogram Your Sleep, focusing on light exposure, temperature, and stress management.

The Rest Factor Podcast (#167)

The recipe for effective sleep — breaking down the science of sleep architecture and how to optimize each stage for maximum recovery.

From Doctor To Patient Podcast

Exploring the fusion of physics and sleep science — how temperature manipulation can transform sleep quality for patients and practitioners alike.

Stop Chasing Pain Podcast (#209)

Deep conversation on sleep science, the impact of temperature on recovery, and practical strategies from the book Reprogram Your Sleep.

I AM Healthy & Fit Podcast (#90)

Practical gadgets and science-backed ideas for improving sleep, from temperature regulation to light management and stress reduction techniques.

Sleep Science Today

Exploring the revolutionary impact of temperature-based sleep technology and the future of personalized sleep optimization.

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast (#033)

Biohacking sleep through temperature manipulation — morning vs. night body temperature patterns and how to use them for optimal performance.

The Life Stylist Podcast with Luke Storey (#405)

Breaking down sleep myths, the science of circadian rhythms, and top tools and power practices for mastering sleep and life performance.

Brandon Turner Podcast

Making sleep accessible again — cutting through the noise of sleep optimization to find what actually works for busy professionals.

Health Optimization Podcast

The biggest leverage points in sleep optimization — what you do in the last three hours before bed and the first 30 minutes of the day.

The Mike Dillard Podcast

The full entrepreneurial journey — from garage invention to Inc. 5000 company, the cram-down, and why giving up was never an option.

Uncommonality Podcast

The realities of building in a highly competitive wellness and sleep industry — challenges, breakthroughs, and the mindset it takes to keep going.

ONKEN Podcast with Nick Onken

Todd and Tara Youngblood on figuring out your sleep switch, how sleep really works, and building a company around a kitchen-table invention.

MLB.com / Cincinnati Reds

Official sleep tech collaboration with the Cincinnati Reds, helping players optimize recovery through temperature-regulated sleep across the grueling MLB season.

MLB.com / Seattle Mariners

Partnering with the Seattle Mariners to bring science-backed sleep technology to professional athletes for peak performance and recovery.

NASCAR / Bubba Wallace

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace called ChiliSleep his 'unfair advantage' over other drivers, crediting temperature-optimized sleep for his race-day performance.

Sorinex Exercise Equipment

Partnering with pioneering exercise equipment brand Sorinex to deliver sleep recovery solutions to the performance market.

Iredell County EDC / Industry Press

The merger of ChiliSleep and Ebb Therapeutics, combining temperature-based body cooling with clinically proven forehead cooling technology.

PR Newswire / National Press

The launch of OOLER, the next-generation sleep system from the makers of ChiliPAD, featuring app-controlled temperature scheduling.

Actualize Women's Conference 2026

Keynote on reinvention, grit, and grace — blending neuroscience with the entrepreneurial journey at the 4th Annual Actualize Women's Conference in Statesville, NC.

National Sleep Foundation

Presenting on the science of temperature and sleep at the National Sleep Foundation's annual Sleep Show, the premier sleep industry event.

Skookum Tech Conference

Speaking on the intersection of technology, physics, and sleep science at the Skookum Tech conference.

Health Optimization Summit

Presenting on sleep optimization and longevity at the Health Optimization Summit, connecting temperature science with peak human performance.