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Episodes
Patrick McKeown & James Nestor: The Power of Breath
Patrick McKeown and James Nestor meet face-to-face for the first time to discuss the science of breathing, functional breathing methods, and how nasal breathing transforms sleep, health, and well-being.After years of correspondence—Zoom calls, Instagram Lives, emails, voice notes—they finally sit down together. What was meant to be one episode ran long. They kept talking well into dinner.TOPICS CO
Running Marathons at 80 with Mouth Taped | Patrick McKeown with Dr Bill Hang Podcast
What if the key to running further, calmer, and healthier wasn't in your legs — but in your nose?In this episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with Dr. Bill Hang: orthodontist, airway pioneer, and marathon runner approaching his 80th birthday.After hearing Patrick speak 15 years ago, Bill made two decisions that changed his life — taping his mouth at night and running with his lips sealed.He's since
Scott Baptie Explains Nutrition Like You've Never Heard
Consistently Good, Not Occasionally Perfect: Nutrition, Habits & Breathing with Scott Baptie In this episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with nutritionist, author, and recipe creator Scott Baptie to explore simple, realistic nutrition, sustainable weight loss, and how breathing became the “missing piece” in Scott’s own health routine. They cover: Why simplicity and accessibility matter more tha
The Anatomy of Functional Breathing | Patrick McKeown & Tom Myers
Discover how modern life is radically reshaping the way we breathe. In this in‑depth conversation, Patrick McKeown (Oxygen Advantage) and Tom Myers (Anatomy Trains) explore the hidden links between our environment, posture, jaws, emotions, and breathing patterns. You’ll learn: - Why we’ve “made a zoo and now live in it” – and how tech, sitting, and urban living drive anxiety and dysfunctional brea
Addiction, Prison & Recovery — The Power of Breath | John O’Hegarty
What happens when an overactive mind, guilt, and addiction take over completely?In this episode, Patrick McKeown speaks with John O’Hegarty about a life that moved from philosophy and curiosity… into addiction, bank robberies, prison — and eventually recovery through breath, movement, and meaning.John shares, in a very real and unfiltered way, how addiction changed his thinking, how rationality di
Breathing Techniques That Transform Athletic Performance - Patrick McKeown and David 'Jacko' Jackson
Discover how changing your breathing can transform your running performance, recovery, and overall enjoyment of the sport. In this conversation, Patrick McKeown (author of The Oxygen Advantage) interviews David “Jacko” Jackson, former professional rugby player, strength & conditioning coach, and author of “Breathe Smarter, Run Stronger” (out March 12, 2026). They explore: How Jacko accidentall
Eating Disorder to World-Class Strongwoman | Sandra Bradley on Mindset, Breath & Oxygen Advantage
Can strength training, breathwork, and self-awareness completely transform a life shaped by bullying, low confidence, and an eating disorder? In this powerful conversation, professional strongwoman and strength & performance coach Sandra Bradley shares how she became one of the world’s leading strongwomen and how tools like Oxygen Advantage® breathing, mindfulness, and process-focused training
Season 6 Finale: Nitric Oxide, Nasal Breathing & Ultra Endurance
As we close out Season 6 of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, this special finale brings together five standout moments that capture the depth and diversity of conversations we’ve had this past few years. Featuring:• James Nestor on the lost art and power of nasal breathing• Dr. Nathan Bryan on nitric oxide and whole-body health• Ihor Verys on breath as a tool for world-class endurance• Dr. George Da
Patrick McKeown meets James Nestor, Author of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
Patrick McKeown meets James Nestor, author of Breath The new science of a lost artJames Nestor is the author of a new book on breathing called:Breath: The new science of a lost art : https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/breathJames Nestor is an author and journalist who has written for Outside Magazine, Men's Journal, The Atlantic, National Public Radio, The New York Times, Scientific American and more.N
Jiří Procházka’s Breathing Coach Reveals His Training Secrets | Oxygen Advantage® x UFC 320
In this special Oxygen Advantage® conversation, Patrick McKeown speaks with Rostislav Václavek, Master Instructor for Oxygen Advantage® and Buteyko Clinic International®, and the breathing coach of UFC fighter Jiří Procházka.Together, they explore the science and practice of breath training — from recovery and focus to repeated sprint ability and endurance under fatigue.Rostislav shares insights f
Breathing Through Burnout: Simon Fogarty’s Journey to Balance
In this episode, Patrick McKeown interviews Simon Fogarty about his personal and professional journey, focusing on the challenges of career burnout and the importance of aligning work with personal values. Simon shares his experience of moving from a long legal career into yoga, coaching, and breathwork after facing burnout and discovering the impact of stress and unmanaged mental health. The conv
Busy and Wrecked: Finding Peace in a Hectic World
In this candid and insightful episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with Dermot Whelan—comedian, broadcaster, and author of "Busy and Wrecked"—to explore the realities of stress, burnout, and the relentless pace of modern life. Dermot shares his personal journey from panic attacks and overwhelm to discovering the transformative power of meditation and mindful breathing. Together, they unpack the conc
Elite Marathon Secrets from 'The Silver Bullet' | Marcel Hug & Patrick McKeown Reveal All
In this powerful and inspiring conversation, Paralympic legend Marcel Hug sits down with Patrick McKeown to reflect on his remarkable journey in wheelchair racing. With six Paralympic Games, seven gold medals, and six world records to his name, Marcel shares the mindset, training strategies, and personal philosophy that drive his success.Born with Spina Bifida, Marcel transitioned to a wheelchair
The Mindset of Champions: TJ Reid's Guide to Personal and Professional Growth
In this powerful conversation, GAA hurling legend TJ Reid shares transformative insights on passion, personal development, and peak performance. Discover how elite athletes approach challenges, build resilience, and maintain mental and physical health. TJ discusses strategies for overcoming workplace stress, developing a winning mindset, and prioritizing self-care. Whether you're an aspiring athle
Yoga Off the Mat: Real-World Mindfulness Strategies
Join Patrick McKeown and Hannah Barrett as they dive deep into the transformative power of yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness. Discover how simple techniques can revolutionize your mental health, reduce stress, and create lasting personal change. Hannah shares her incredible journey from corporate actuary to renowned yoga instructor, offering practical insights for anyone seeking balance and wellne
Breathe Wrong, Perform Poorly: The Shocking Truth About Oxygen
This audio is taken from Patrick McKeown's talk at the Health Optimisation Summit in Austin, Texas, April 2025.Unlock the Hidden Power of Breathing with Patrick McKeownAre you breathing correctly? Most people aren't. In this groundbreaking presentation, breathing expert Patrick McKeown reveals how your breath dramatically impacts:🧠 Brain PerformanceIncrease blood flow to the brain by 6-9%Improve m
Nitric Oxide: The Forgotten Gas That Could Transform Your Health
Patrick McKeown sits down with Dr. Nathan Bryan, a world-leading expert in nitric oxide research, to uncover the critical role of this often-overlooked gas in human health. Discover how nasal breathing, diet, and lifestyle can dramatically impact your body's nitric oxide production and transform your overall well-being.Learn how nitric oxide:- Improves cardiovascular health- Enhances respiratory f
Manifestation Secrets: How to Transform Your Life with Positive Thinking
Discover the transformative power of manifestation with Nicola O'Neill, a spiritual teacher who went from personal chaos to mastering the universal laws of attraction. In this eye-opening podcast, Nicola reveals how your thoughts create your reality, sharing practical techniques to:Understand the science behind manifestationShift from negative to positive thinkingUse gratitude and affirmations to
Breathing on the Ball: Inside the Mental Game with Jack McMillan
In this podcast, Patrick McKeown sits down with Jack McMillan, a former professional footballer, Advanced Oxygen Advantage® Breathwork Instructor, and founder of Optima Performance. The discussion focuses on breathing techniques for elite athletes, the importance of breath training in sports performance, and how functional breathing can be a game-changer in both pre-performance preparation and in-
Breathing, Running, and The Ultra Endurance Mindset
Season 6 of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast kicks off with a conversation that will change the way you think about running, endurance, and most importantly - breathing.In this episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with Sid Garza-Hillman - author, coach, and Oxygen Advantage instructor - to explore the intersection of breathing, endurance, and everyday life. Sid shares his journey from musician to nutri
Mastering the Breath: An Olympian's Secrets to Enhancing Sport and Life
Adam Burgess is a silver medalist Olympian and a passionate advocate for the transformative power of breathing. As a full-time professional canoeist, Adam has dedicated his career to pushing the boundaries of athletic performance, but it was his exploration of breathing that unlocked a new level of holistic wellness and success.After struggling with breathing challenges early in his career, includ
Breath of Transformation: Redefining Yoga and Wellness with Robin Rothberg
Meet Robin Rothberg, a yoga therapist with over forty years of experience and a unique approach to breathing and wellness. Robin’s journey began with her own struggles with chronic pain and respiratory issues, leading her to explore beyond traditional yoga practices. With deep insights into the science of breathing, Robin emphasizes the importance of functional, nose-based breathing techniques, dr
Breathe Better, Live Stronger: How Nasal Breathing Fights Cardiac Fibrosis and Boosts Performance
Dr. George Dallam holds the rank of Distinguished Professor in the School of Health Science and Human Movement at Colorado State University – Pueblo (CSUP). He has taught a wide variety of classes in exercise physiology, research and statistics, behaviour facilitation, sport psychology, kinesiology, biomechanics, management, exercise assessment and prescription, swimming, running and triathlon. He
Nasal Breathing, Running & PTSD | How They Are Connected
Evan Birch, a first responder and dispatch operator for over two decades, discusses his transition to running and the importance of nose breathing. He highlights his experience with PTSD and how breath work, including nose breathing, helps him manage stress and improve performance.Evan shares his journey from mouth breathing to nose breathing, noting significant improvements in his running speed a
Patrick McKeown meets THE MOST SOUGHT-AFTER PROFESSIONAL WORLDWIDE IN PT AND ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE.
In this month's episode of The Oxygen Advantage Podcast, Patrick McKeown talks to Dr. Charlie Weingroff.They discuss the significance of language in yoga and coaching, the challenges of communicating effectively in manual therapy, and the scientific basis of manual therapy techniques. They also delve into the nuances of breathing and respiration, challenging common misunderstandings and emphasizin
Using Sports & Breathing to Help Troubled Youths in London | Oxygen Advantage
Patrick McKeown and James Stirling discuss the transformative potential of sport and fitness in helping at-risk youth find themselves and improve their mental and physical health. James shares his experience using football as a tool to help young people involved in gangs, crime, and drugs, while Patrick emphasizes the importance of accessibility and enjoyment in personalized fitness approaches. Th
"Your Mouth Shouldn't Be Used For Breathing" | RTÉ Radio 1 Interview with Patrick McKeown
Patrick was interviewed on Ireland's National Radio Station, RTÉ Radio 1, this week. It was an amazing interview, and great to hear so many Irish supporters tuned in. Here is the full interview.
Breathwork is Everywhere, but What is the Science? | Health Optimisation Summit 2024
Patrick McKeown speaking at the Health Optimisation Summit 2024 in London. June 16th 2024.Patrick McKeown is a prominent figure in the field of breath training. His background, having personally experienced respiratory issues like asthma, rhinitis, and sleep-disordered breathing, adds a unique dimension to his expertise. 21 years experiences are reflected in his written works, with ten books on br
Balance Your Hormones Using Breathing Techniques | Oxygen Advantage Podcast with Health with Holland
In the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage podcast, health coach Becca Holland joins Patrick McKeown for a discussion on women's health, stress management, and hormonal balance. Becca, a former PE teacher from Ireland, shares her journey from teaching to health coaching, focusing on the vital role of stress regulation and hormone understanding. The conversation dives into practical strategies f
Bringing Quietness To The Mind With Yoga & Breathing
Eddie Stern is a yoga teacher, author, and researcher based in New York City. He has a multi-disciplinary approach to yoga which includes studying traditional texts and combining the application of the practices contained within them to science, research, technology, and collaboration. He is involved in evidence-based research in the healing capacities of Yoga, recently completing a masters in sci
"For the first time in my life, I nose breathed.. because of Patrick McKeown's MyoTape" - The Chris Evans Breakfast Show
This week on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, Patrick McKeown was a guest. The discussed all things nasal breathing and its importance. Patrick gave Chris a pack of MyoTape to try and it was a success! Listen to what he said on his following show.
"You Wouldn't Eat With Your Nose, So Why Breathe With Your Mouth" | Patrick McKeown on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show
17 April 2024Patrick was a guest on Virgin Radio's The Chris Evans Breakfast Show talking all things Nasal Breathing. A huge show to appear on as The Chris Evans Breakfast Show has 1,000,000 plus weekly listeners. Check out the interview here!
Barkley Marathon First Finisher, Ihor Verys, Shares His Secret Weapon - Nose Breathing!
Whilst in Las Vegas, Patrick McKeown met with Ultramarathon Runner and Barkley Marathon Winner, Ihor Verys.One of Verys’ trademarks — a secret he’s honed during training — is his ability to breathe through his nose in everything but the most extreme efforts. It helps him regulate his exertion.Verys who met Patrick recently for lunch in Las Vegas learned his secret breathing techniques from Patrick
Patrick McKeown Meets Dr Declan Ryan; Co-Founder of Ryanair | Behind The Mind
In this episode of the Oxygen Advantage Podcast, Patrick McKeown meets with Dr Declan Ryan, co-founder and ex-CEO of RyanairThe Oxygen Advantage Podcast Season 4 Episode 15#ryanair #oxygenadvantage #patrickmckeownTry the free Oxygen Advantage® Breathing App, available now. 📱 Android Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oxygen.advantage📱 Apple store: https://apps.apple.com/
Does Having A Higher VO2 Max Really Mean You Are Fitter?
In this episode of the Oxygen Advantage Podcast, Patrick McKeown chats to Seán Kinane of Health Matters on all things VO2 Max. #oxygenadvantage #patrickmckeown Try the free Oxygen Advantage® Breathing App, available now. 📱 Android Play Store:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oxygen.advantage 📱 Apple store:https://apps.apple.com/ie/app/oxygen-advantage/id1589260950 🔗 CONNECT WITH Pa
How Nasal Breathing Can Help with Trauma
Master Instructors Daniel Pålsson and Bryan Mirabella join host Patrick McKeown this week for the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast.This week they discuss how nasal breathing can benefit those suffering with Trauma. Try the free Oxygen Advantage® Breathing App, available now. 📱 Android Play Store:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oxygen.advantage 📱 Apple store:https:/
Breathing, Consciousness and A New Approach to Healthcare
“When the person’s mouth is open, their ability to digest life significantly reduces.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage podcast, Patrick is joined by speaker, coach and renowned dental expert Dr. Sherry Sami.She is a dual specialist in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics with a wide interest in the whole picture of physical and mental health. Dr. Sami runs Happy Kids Dental Planet pra
Breathing in the Corporate World
“If [companies] implement stress management… magical things can happen.”Welcome back to the Oxygen Advantage® podcast. In the latest episode Patrick is joined by OA Master Instructor Lars Christian Larssen to speak about teaching breathing in the corporate environment and innovation in the ways in which companies deal with the stress and anxieties of their employees. Lars is from Norway, just an h
Benefits of Breathing - Three Experts Examine the Science
“The Foundation of Breathing is, it’s Good for Health, for Relaxation and Rebalancing.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast Patrick and Daniel are delighted to welcome OA Master Instructor and Strength & Conditioning coach Leo Daniel Ryan.Leo is a great example of one of Patrick’s success stories. Prior to learning Buteyko from Patrick, Leo was bedridden with asthma for six m
The Importance of Breathing and Movement: Two Experts Explain
“It’s About Ease of Movement, Ease of Breathing.”In the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, delve into the symbiotic relationship between breath and movement with Patrick McKeown and OA Master Instructor, Gray Caws. Discover how the Oxygen Advantage® programme seamlessly integrates these breath and movement elements, complementing disciplines like Qigong and running. Join us in explor
In Conversation with a Boxing World Champion
“In Belfast, there’s a boxing club on almost every corner… I just wanted to be like my older brothers.”In this week’s edition of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast Patrick is delighted to welcome Irish hero, Olympic medalist and multiple time World Boxing Champion at amateur and professional level, Michael Conlan.The Belfast native is a household name in Ireland after his medal-winning success at the L
Why is Men’s Depression Different? Psychology and Breathing Experts Explain.
“Men perceive or suffer differently from depression and they deal with it differently.”In this week’s episode of the OA podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by Oxygen Advantage® master instructor and psychologist Alessandro Romagnoli and OA instructor, coach, breathwork expert and freediver Angela Leibinger to speak about men’s mental health, freediving and breathing.Angela is involved with brea
Breathing for Women: A Doctor’s Breathing Journey
“Breathing. We do it automatically, but that doesn’t mean it’s automatically efficient.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick is joined by General Practitioner and Breathing Therapist, Dr. Louise Oliver.Having worked with women going through the menopause and contraception for over 20 years, Dr. Oliver is the perfect guest to talk about women’s breathing, the perimenopaus
Facing Life’s Challenges Head On
“There is so much benefit, so much power to just becoming aware of how we are breathing.”In this week’s episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick is rejoined by former guests Dermot Whelan and Caroline McKenna as they prepare for an epic journey up the famed Kilimanjaro mountain in Tanzania. Both Dermot and Caroline have gone through big life changes in the past few months with Caroline mo
Iga Świątek and Mouth Taping for Athletes
“There’s no point in trying to sprint if you can’t walk.”In this surprise bonus episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick McKeown is joined by podcast partner Daniel Pålsson and Ximena Beltrán García to discuss the recent news about Polish tennis ace Iga Swiatek. The world number one tennis player received global media attention recently when she was filmed training for the National Bank O
Create the Lifestyle That Suits You | Gemma Merna
“Don’t ever assume what somebody else is thinking and get furious. Half the time we don’t even know what’s going on inside our own brains.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast Patrick talks with former Hollyoaks star and current yogi, hypotherapist and life coach, Gemma Merna.Despite enjoying a very successful eight-year career with popular TV soap Hollyoaks, Gemma Merna faced ma
First Do No Harm: Breathing Training and Where It Is Going.
“The benefits are there. We can do this safely but it’s not going to be a one-size-fits-all approach.” Patrick McKeown meets Investigative journalist and author Scott Carney.In a slight change from the norm, the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast is a recording from the ‘Scott Carney Investigates’ podcast. It brings together the expertise of Oxygen Advantage® founder and Director of T
Becca Gillen - Facing and Overcoming Adversity
“All you need to do is keep going. Put one foot in front of the other… and you will figure it out.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick McKeown talks to fitness influencer, nutritionist, health coach and breathing practitioner, Becca Gillen.Coming from a nursing background, Becca first started gaining public attention when she would to post about the difficulties of nurs
Gerry Hussey - Forget the Result, Focus on the Process
“Food can be your greatest medicine or your slowest poison.”For the opening episode of Season 4 of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick welcomes writer, speaker and ‘The Soul Coach’ himself, Gerry Hussey.Originally from Galway in Ireland and based in Dublin, Gerry has built a strong reputation for himself over the past few decades from his origins in sport psychology to his current work, spreadi
Guided Breathing and Relaxation for Insomnia (Music)
In our latest audio, Oxygen Advantage® founder and CEO Patrick McKeown leads you through guided breathing and relaxation to help with insomnia.This audio is the same as our previously released audio for Insomnia but the background green noise has been replaced with relaxing music to give you another alternative as you prepare for sleep.Insomnia and sleep difficulties are faced by millions of us ev
Guided Breathing and Relaxation for Perfectionists
In our latest audio, Oxygen Advantage® founder and CEO Patrick McKeown leads you through guided breathing and relaxation for those with perfectionist tendencies. When we have perfectionist tendencies we can often put too much pressure on ourselves to perform. We can also be too self-critical when we do not achieve perfection. While striving for our best can be incredibly useful, when we put too mu
Guided Breathing and Relaxation for Athletes
In our latest audio, Oxygen Advantage® founder and CEO Patrick McKeown leads you through guided breathing and relaxation to help prepare you for athletic performance. The prospect of facing sporting competition can be quite daunting. After months if not years of preparation, we can often put pressure on ourselves to perform. This can lead to great success, but it can also cause us to falter in our
Dr. Steven Lin - Nutrition and Dental Health
“Why Are Kids' Teeth Decaying at the Rates They Are? I Wasn’t Convinced with the Answers.” Does mouth breathing change your face? It certainly can. In the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick McKeown speaks to Australian dentist, author and nutrition specialist, Dr. Steven Lin. Dr. Lin is one of the leading voices in dentistry, calling for changes to our nutrition and bre
Guided Breathing and Relaxation for Exam Preparation
In our latest audio, Oxygen Advantage® founder and CEO Patrick McKeown leads you through guided breathing and relaxation to help prepare you for that all important test or examination. Millions of us face standardized testing at a variety of times throughout our lives. Whether in school, college, or upskilling at work, the prospect of facing hours of questions designed to test our skill levels can
Ben Greenfield - Breathing, Spiritualism and Technology
“I think the pros outweigh the cons of where we’re going with technology in healthcare.” On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick McKeown is joined by world renowned author, biohacker, nutritionist and fitness expert, Ben Greenfield. This particular episode was recorded on the fly, with Patrick on the road and Ben on a hike, so we apologize if the audio quality is not perfec
Guided Breathing and Relaxation for Insomnia (Green Noise)
In our latest audio, Oxygen Advantage® founder and CEO Patrick McKeown leads you through guided breathing and relaxation to help with insomnia.Insomnia and sleep difficulties are faced by millions of us every night. When we don’t sleep well at night, we lose our ability to function at our best the following day. This 20-minute video is designed to help ease those difficulties and relax your body a
Guided Breathing and Relaxation for Musicians
In our latest audio, Oxygen Advantage® founder and CEO Patrick McKeown leads you through guided breathing and relaxation to help musicians prepare for a performance.Music performers like instrumentalists and singers have a very difficult profession with many pressures that those of us outside their world may not appreciate. Preforming in front of people can be incredibly stressful and knowing a pe
David 'Jacko' Jackson - Brain Injury & Breathing
“[My] brain has healed itself and I feel… it’s because of the retraining of the breath.” On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick McKeown is joined by former rugby player, OA Master Instructor and someone with first-hand experience of concussion and brain injury, David ‘Jacko’ Jackson.David is a former rugby union player who spent his professional career playing for his home
Michael Italiano - Coaching the Racing Elite
“A clear mind is what we want for optimal performance.”On the latest edition of Season 3 of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick McKeown is joined by Formula 1 performance coach Michael Italiano.Michael, an already established performance coach, entered the sport of F1 after a call from old friend and fellow Australian, Daniel Ricardo, who Michael has known since he was 12. After five years with
Ben Coomber - Achieving High Performance
“Block out negativity… take control and then work towards the goal.” On this week’s edition of The Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick is joined by high performance coach, businessman and author, Ben Coomber.Both as a High Performance Coach and in his own life, Ben specializes in breaking down and examining the parts of our lives that may be stopping us form achieving high performance. He says it’s
Dermot Whelan - Mindfulness and Me
“Everything is vying for our attention… and we need to take the power back.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage podcast, Patrick is joined by TV host, radio personality, comedian, author, and mindfulness teacher, Dermot Whelan. A well-known celebrity in his native Ireland where he has been a permanent fixture of television and radio for well over a decade, Dermot experienced many struggl
Caroline McKenna - Mental Health, Breathing and A County Down Under
“The sun will always rise again tomorrow and you’re not on your own.”In this episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast Patrick is joined by Caroline McKenna, a mental health advocate, teacher, and host of the ‘A County Down Under’ podcast which she started during her time living in Australia. Originally only visiting Australia for ‘a few months’, Caroline ended up staying seven years. It was during
Flow Research Collective - Achieving Flow States
“Flow starts when you say yes to the fight.” This week on the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick McKeown and Daniel Pållson are joined by Rian Doris and Dr. Michael Mannino of Flow Research Collective, a team of doctors, scientists, athletes and entrepreneurs working to get the best out of human performance by researching the state of ‘flow’. Flow is an optimal state of consciousness where you fee
Dean Gladstone - How Breathing Changed My Life
“It was pretty much the best and worst day of my life.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage® podcast, Patrick is very happy to welcome breathwork colleague, OA Instructor, surfer and star of popular Australian reality show Bondi Beach, Mr. Dean ‘Deano’ Gladstone.Admitting he shares a similar story to Patrick’s, Dean explains that he struggled with asthma from a young age, even being hospi
Dr. John & Dr. Mike Mew - The Mouth, the Teeth and Craniofacial Development
“Chew some gum, stand up straight and shut your mouth.”On the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage podcast, OA founder Patrick McKeown welcomes renowned orthodontists Dr. John and Dr. Mike Mew.Dr. John Mew is the originator of orthotropics, a type of oral posture training designed to prevent poor craniofacial development in children. A lifelong pursuit, Dr. Mew has always been intrigued by the d
Niall Breslin – Don’t Suffer in Silence – Mindfulness & Mental Health
“I was silently fighting this chronic panic disorder from the age of 13.”On this week’s edition of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast Patrick is joined, by musician, author, mindfulness therapist and mental health advocate, Niall ‘Bressie’ Breslin.A former Westmeath Gaelic footballer and Leinster Rugby player, Niall is a well-known celebrity in his native Ireland where he rose to fame as front man for
Dr. Jay T. Wiles – Heart Rate Variability & Resilience
“Does your body recover quickly and get back to ‘normal baseline’, or does it stay there?”The latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage podcast is taken from a recent OA Members Masterclass (05 Jan 2023). Oxygen Advantage founder Patrick McKeown speaks to Dr. Jay T. Wiles, a clinical health psychologist, working as Health Behavior Coordinator for the WJB Dorn VA Medical Center and the Greenville VA C
Michael Boyle – Strength and Conditioning and How It Evolves
“It’s athlete preparation… I’ve been doing this for 40 years and I’m still learning.”This week on the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by lecturer, trainer, author and widely considered one of the foremost authorities on strength and conditioning, Michael Boyle. Beginning his career in the early 80s, Mike struggled to find work full time in the new field of strength and con
Susanna Søberg – Chilling Ourselves to Boost Metabolism
“You cannot study this without trying, so you have to get into the water.” On this edition of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by research scientist, cold immersion specialist and author of new book ‘Winter Swimming: The Nordic Way Towards a Healthier and Happier Life’, Dr. Susanna Søberg PhD. A scientific researcher, Susanna’s studies originally focused on metabolism a
Mads Tömörkènyi – Becoming the Best Version of Ourselves
“Breathing is 50% of movement. Movement is everything.”On the latest edition of the Oxygen Advantage podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by Mads Tömörkènyi, Copenhagen-based author and scientific researcher of biomechanics, neurophysiology and anthropology.Mads is the author of Human Mechanics: Unleashing the Potential of a Highly Advanced Species, where he points to four main pillars of health
Paul Laursen - High Intensity Interval Training
“There are three main physiological targets that you can hit when you do any sort of training session; Aerobic Target, Anaerobic Target and Neuromuscular Target.”This week on the OA podcast Patrick and Daniel are joined by author, consultant and expert in high intensity training, Dr. Paul Laursen to talk about his work.An avid sportsman throughout his life, Dr. Laursen describes himself as a “fail
Todd Herman - Global Leader in Peak Performance
“If you are terrified of vulnerability, best of luck having mental toughness.”This week on the OA podcast Patrick and Daniel are joined by author, coach and mentor Todd Herman who trains and educates professional athletes, leaders, and public figures on performance, strategy, mind-set, and execution.Starting a peak performance and coaching service in 1997, Todd has been closely involved in the fie
James Cannings - An Optimistic View at the Future of Sustainable Business
James Cannings “Kids are growing up and are now coming into the workforce. And in another ten years they're gonna make up a big part of that workforce and they're angry.”In this week’s episode, Patrick and Daniel are joined by James Cannings, Sustainability Officer for advertising firm MSQ. James was the co-founder of MMT digital which he grew from a staff of 3 to over 100.The company was acquired
Lucas Rockwood - Hard Yoga equals Easy Life
“When you understand the principles of what you’re actually doing with your nervous system, it’s just a lot more straightforward.”This week on the OA Podcast, Patrick and Daniel speak with yoga master, TEDx Speaker, podcaster, writer, and entrepreneur extraordinaire Lucas Rockwood.Lucas is the successful founder of YOGABODY and since the earliest days of his love affair with yoga he has made it hi
Niclas Wisén - How The Military Train to Better Handle Pressure Situations
“Stress is not just ok, stress is essential.”This week on the OA Podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by Swedish Army Captain Niclas Wisén to speak about how breathing has become an essential part of his life both in and out of the military. A psychologist and captain in the Swedish Armed Forces with over 10 years’ experience, Niclas has been involved in the training and selection of new recruit
Allan Gaarde - Breathing for Professional Soccer | Changing States
“I was not curious anymore.”This week on the OA Podcast, Patrick and Daniel speak with retired Danish footballer Allan Gaarde to talk about how breathing helped bring back focus, motivation and fitness to his life after a career in football.Allan enjoyed a 14-year career as a player in the beautiful game before transitioning back to the sport post-retirement as Sporting Director of top flight Dani
Jules Horn - How to Improve your Mindset as a Professional Model
“The more I’m listening to within, the better it becomes.”This week on the OA podcast Patrick and Daniel speak to German model, health/wellness/breath coach and Oxygen Advantage Instructor, Jules Horn.Jules speaks to Patrick and Daniel about his own life story as well as his own journey with breathing and his discovery of the Oxygen Advantage and the many health and well-being benefits that they h
Anders Olsson - Oxygen Advantage Meets Conscious Breathing
“That’s the thing I’ve probably searched for my whole life, that ability to wind down.”In this week’s episode of the OA Podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by founder of Conscious Breathing, Anders Olsson as the “Three Breathing Nerds” delve into what started his journey into various breathing techniques and how he has used that knowledge to become a world leader on the subject.Originally looki
Magnus Appelberg - Breathing for Cold Exposure Therapy
“This is an amazing new planet you are landing on.”This week on the OA Podcast, Patrick and Daniel are joined by Finnish ice swimmer Magnus Appelberg to discuss his new book, ‘Ice-cold piece of mind’ and his incredible journey through the freezing world of ice baths and ice swimming.He outlines how he trained himself to calm the body’s natural panic state when entering freezing cold water and used
Simon Mantyla - Crossfit Sweden and Breathing Performance
“If I exhale at the wrong part of the movement, I’ll jeopardise my technique and there goes my efficiency.”In this week’s episode, Patrick and Daniel are joined by Swedish CrossFit athlete Simon Mäntylä to discuss his career and the training required to be a top-level competitor. Starting in 2012, Simon had no competitive outlet for the variety of gym work he was doing at the time. Some friends in
