How I Make My Money: The business of sleep in South Africa

How I Make My Money: The business of sleep in South Africa

July 20, 2026 · 22 min

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Stephen Grootes interviews Dr Alison Bentley about the business of sleep and its economic implications in South Africa.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Alison Bentley, one of South Africa's leading sleep medicine specialists, about the growing business of sleep and why quality rest has become a critical economic and public health issue. From the rise of sleep clinics and wearable technology to the hidden costs of sleep deprivation on workplace productivity, they explore how poor sleep affects businesses and the broader economy. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.     Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show     Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk     For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or…

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