In this episode of Sunlight Matters, hosts Dave and Georg welcome Swedish sleep and light researcher Dr. Arne Lowden for a fascinating conversation about the science of light, circadian rhythms, and how our bodies and minds are profoundly shaped by solar exposure.

Dr. Lowden, author of the book Survive the Winter, shares powerful insights into how lack of natural light affects sleep, mood, and long-term health, especially in northern climates. We explore the hidden costs of indoor living, the realities of “social jet lag,” and the rising demand for light therapy as a natural solution to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Whether you're designing a sun-filled home, optimizing your daily habits, or just trying to shake the winter blues, this episode offers practical, research-backed guidance to help you reconnect with the sun and realign with your natural rhythm.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• Why sunlight matters for physical and mental health
• How snow cover increases daylight exposure in winter
• The link between circadian rhythms and modern urban life
• Light therapy tips for beating seasonal depression
• How teenagers, shift workers, and the elderly are impacted by light deprivation
• The role of architecture and home design in maximizing natural light
• When to use blue light and when to avoid it
• Is red light therapy worth the hype?
• Why even 10 minutes of daylight in the morning matters.

So find your spot in the sun, tune in, and give it a listen!

Welcome to the second episode of Sunlight Matters. In this episode, we explore the fascinating connection between real estate, artificial intelligence, and the importance of sunlight with Giulio, the founder of Masterkey. Masterkey is revolutionizing the home buying experience by giving buyers the tools to make more informed decisions through AI-powered property analysis.

One of the most exciting features of Masterkey is its integration of sunlight mapping, a game-changer for anyone looking to understand how natural light affects a home. Sunlight plays a crucial role in real estate, influencing everything from property values to daily comfort and even well-being. In cities like New York where high-rise buildings cast long shadows, knowing how much sunlight a property gets can make all the difference.

In this conversation, we dive into how AI is helping home buyers analyze properties more efficiently, why sunlight is a key factor in making a smart investment, and how tools like ShadowMap provide valuable insight into a home’s exposure to natural light. Whether you are in the market for a new home or just fascinated by the role of sunlight in urban living, this episode is packed with insights you will not want to miss.

In this episode of Sunlight Matters, host David Wallace interviews Georg, the founder and CEO of Shadowmap, a platform designed to visualize sunlight and its effects on various environments. Georg shares his personal journey, the technological innovations behind Shadowmap, and its applications in real estate and health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of sunlight for well-being and how Shadowmap can help users make informed decisions about property and solar energy.