The Nightly — “Sleep is My Boyfriend” w/ Maggie Winters
Podcast: The Nightly (Hatch Podcasts)
Episode Date: April 3, 2026
Host(s): Jacquees and Kristen
Guest: Maggie Winters

Episode Overview

This cozy episode of The Nightly invites comedian Maggie Winters into the "Hatch Pillow Fort" for an evening of bedtime rituals, Midwest vibes, and playful debates. The trio discusses sleep routines, self-care habits, and participates in the hilariously spirited “Sleepy Debate Club.” The conversation is warm, relatable, and peppered with genuine banter—perfect for unwinding before bed.

Main Discussion Points & Insights

1. Introductions & Setting the Scene

• Midwest Connection
  • Maggie: “Hi. Thank you so much for having me in the hatch. I'm so honored to be here.” (01:46)
  • All three share their Midwest roots: Maggie (Chicago - Beverly), Jacquees (West Pullman), Kristen (Minneapolis).

2. Sleep Rituals & Bedtime Hygiene

• Maggie’s Philosophy on Sleep:

  • “I sleep too much. I have a strong relationship to sleep. I prioritize it over maybe everyone in my life. As a single woman...sleep is my boyfriend.” (03:05)
  • Being a comedian means her nights are “nocturnal,” as noted by her niece and nephew.

• Bedtime Routine:

  • Washes face, brushes teeth, applies lotion (especially hand lotion due to eczema and Chicago winters).
  • Signature beverage: hot water with lemon (and sometimes honey), inspired by a TikTok she trusted instantly (05:02).
  • Uses a Hatch device for soothing audio and light—favorites include “sounds from outer space” and rain sounds.
  • Tries to read instead of doom-scrolling: “I'm trying to not doom scroll. So instead, I read a book…” (04:18)

• Group Reflections on Hand Lotion:

  • Kristen is surprised that hand lotion at bedtime is real, not just a movie trope.
  • Jacquees comments on moisturizing: “I don't like to be ashy at no point of the day, even when I'm sleeping.” (06:26)
  • Maggie: “When you have eczema and live in Chicago… you start doing it and it helps.” (06:13)

3. Sleepy Debate Club

Fun, staged debates on classic bedtime topics with Maggie as a special judge.

Debate #1: “You should never set more than one alarm.” (07:43)

• Jacquees (AGAINST — in favor of multiple alarms):

  • Argues that sleep “deserves more respect than just one alarm,” and extra alarms give sleep its “courtesy.”
  • Notable quote: “Your sleep deserves a voice. Your sleep deserves to say, I just need a few more minutes.” (08:23)
  • Humorously reframes alarms as different musical acts, building up to a rooster as the final nudge.

• Kristen (DEFENDING — only one alarm):

  • Multiple alarms don’t work, led to marital stress, and didn’t improve her waking habits.
  • It’s better to focus on sleep hygiene and going to bed earlier.
  • “Setting the multiple alarms didn't work…What really worked was making sure I got to bed early, making sure I wasn't doom scrolling at night, having a beverage that was good for me…” (11:24)

• Maggie’s Judgement:

  • Admits she personally needs multiple alarms as she turns the first off in her sleep.
  • “If I only have one and then I turn it off, I'm done for.” (11:51)
  • Sides with Jacquees, but with humor about the “lie” at hand.

Debate #2: “You should make your bed every morning.” (14:12)

• Maggie (DEFENDING — yes, make the bed):

  • Making the bed starts the day with a sense of accomplishment and order.
  • “If you do one thing that day, making your bed, at least you did something.” (14:39)
  • “Have you ever gone into somebody’s home and seen a bed not made and been like, they're doing great? I don't think so.” (15:41)

• Jacquees (AGAINST — don’t bother):

  • Time is precious; that time making your bed adds up over a lifetime (“42 hours”).
  • “You want extra sleep or do you want to be making beds? … The bed is going to be there no matter what.” (16:23)
  • Humorously likens the unmade bed to an ever-loving partner: “The bed is like, you already had me. I'm yours, you're mine. Get in here.” (17:50)

• Kristen’s Judgement:

  • Chooses Maggie’s argument for the joy and order a made bed brings: “Having that made bed can change everything. They make the apartment look like I'm in charge.” (18:17)

• Appeal:

  • Jacquees launches into a (playful) appeal based on the cumulative lost time, leading to jokes about replacing those minutes with movie-watching. Maggie quips, “There are some movies that need to be missed...” (19:26)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Maggie: “Sleep is my boyfriend. That's your thing.” (03:16)
• Jacquees: “I don't like to be ashy at no point of the day, even when I'm sleeping.” (06:26)
• Kristen: “Have you ever gone into somebody's home and seen a bed not made and been like, they're doing great? I don't think so.” (15:41)
• Maggie: “If somebody’s still in the bed, make it around them. I don’t care. Move them around a little bit. Make the bed.” (15:31)
• Jacquees: “The bed is like, you already had me. I'm yours, you're mine. Get in here.” (17:50)
• Kristen: “Having that made bed can change everything. They make the apartment look like I’m in charge. Who’s in charge here? Not the bed. Me.” (18:17)
• Maggie: “There are some movies that need to be missed. Okay. There are some movies I watch. I say, I regret watching that movie.” (19:26)

Other Highlights

• Maggie plugs her new comedy special “Marguerite” on UCB’s YouTube channel and her handle @saggysplinters. (20:40)
• Each guest/host bids a warm, playful goodnight to Chicago, Minneapolis, and each other, reiterating the episode’s comforting, communal focus. (21:03–21:30)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:05] – Maggie details her sleep routine and “sleep is my boyfriend”
• [04:05–05:31] – Bedtime rituals, use of Hatch device, hot water with lemon
• [06:13–06:34] – Hand lotion discussion
• [07:41–13:52] – Sleepy Debate Club: Single vs. multiple alarms
• [14:12–19:52] – Sleepy Debate Club: Making the bed every morning
• [20:40] – Maggie’s comedy special and socials
• [21:03–21:30] – Goodnight wishes

Tone & Atmosphere

The episode is friendly, authentic, and comforting—like a true slumber party for grownups. The hosts and Maggie share plenty of laughs and relatable anecdotes, with a conversational, slightly silly vibe that balances both sleep insights and bedtime camaraderie.

Ideal for:
Anyone needing sleep inspiration, cozy bedtime company, or just a laugh with pop culture-loving pals who take self-care seriously—but not too seriously.