# #641 - Breathing Expert James Nestor

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Podcast: [This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-past-weekend-w-theo-von-444331)
Published: 2026-02-20T10:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

James Nestor is a best-selling author and science journalist known for his focus on breathing and breathwork. The new edition of his book “Breath: the New Science of a Lost Art” is available now. James joins Theo to talk about the link between mouth breathing and braces, why he thinks the rise in ADHD cases has been misdiagnosed, and how some breathing exercises can lead to profound emotional experiences. James Nestor: https://www.instagram.com/mrjamesnestor/ “Breath: the New Science of a Lost Art”: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/547761/breath-by-james-nestor/ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ------------------------------------------------- Sponsored By: Celsius: Go to the Celsius Amazon store to check out all of their flavors. #CELSIUSBrandPartner #CELSIUSLiveFit https://amzn.to/3HbAtPJ Shopify: Go to http://shopify.com/theo to get started with Shopify. Sonic: Go out and try the SONIC $6 Meal All-American Smasher today. A juicy, delicious burger paired with tots or fries and a drink for a deal that speaks for itself! https://www.sonicdrivein.com/deals/ Better Help: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to http://betterhelp.com/theo for 10% off your first month. Valor Recovery: To learn more about Valor Recovery please visit them at https://valorrecoverycoaching.com/ or email them at admin@valorrecoverycoaching. ------------------------------------------------- Music: “Shine” by Bishop Gunn Bishop Gunn - Shine ------------------------------------------------ Submit your funny videos, TikToks, questions and topics you'd like to hear on the podcast to: tpwproducer@gmail.com Hit the Hotline: 985-664-9503 Video Hotline for Theo Upload here: https://www.theovon.com/fan-upload Send mail to: This Past Weekend 1906 G…

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