Nursing Graduate: Connor Baker's Narcolepsy Story - Rising Voices EP 29

Episode 29 February 09, 2026 00:44:36
Nursing Graduate: Connor Baker's Narcolepsy Story - Rising Voices EP 29
The Project Sleep Podcast
Nursing Graduate: Connor Baker's Narcolepsy Story - Rising Voices EP 29

Feb 09 2026 | 00:44:36

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Show Notes

Connor Baker is a recent nursing graduate from Aurora University in Illinois. He was diagnosed with narcolepsy with cataplexy at 20 years old. Now, as a trained speaker with Project Sleep’s Rising Voices program, he wants to share his story to help spread awareness and end stigma surrounding narcolepsy.

The Rising Voices Series features a variety of first-hand stories from people living with sleep disorders around the world. At Project Sleep, we believe in the power of storytelling to raise awareness and break down stigma. This is why we train people with sleep disorders on how to share their experiences through the Rising Voices program. To request a Rising Voices speaker or apply for an upcoming training, visit: https://project-sleep.com/rising-voices/

Please note: this audio was originally recorded in 2020. For up-to-date facts about narcolepsy treatment options, visit https://project-sleep.com/facts-about-narcolepsy/

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