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Every book James Nestor recommended on podcasts
Key facts
- James Nestor has recommended or discussed 5 books on podcasts, as of February 20, 2026.
- James Nestor has talked about books on 5 podcasts, as of February 20, 2026.
- Those books came up in 5 episodes, as of February 20, 2026.
- The 3 books James Nestor has mentioned in the most episodes, not counting James Nestor's own, as of February 20, 2026: The Body Electric, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and Why We Sleep.
- The latest episode with a book mention from James Nestor aired on February 20, 2026.
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Across 5 podcasts. Every show James Nestor appears on, in one place — not just one.
James Nestor is a guest and expert appearing on various podcasts to discuss health, wellness, and human physiology. Across multiple media appearances, Nestor has discussed his own written works, such as Breath, where he reflected on speaking at medical schools following the publication of his book, and Deep, detailing his extensive research and writing process. In addition to discussing his own publications, Nestor has recommended books by other authors to listeners interested in alternative health and historical practices. On The Tim Ferriss Show, he recommended Robert O. Becker's book The Body Electric, identifying the author as a doctor who paved the way for bioelectricity research. When appearing on Modern Wisdom, Nestor referenced Matthew Walker's book Why We Sleep to illustrate the negative health impacts that arise when populations abandon traditional lifestyle patterns, such as the regular use of the siesta. Furthermore, during his appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience, Nestor mentioned The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali while explaining the historical origins and ancient codification of traditional breathing and yoga practices.
Books recommended by James Nestor
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The Body Electric
The Body Electric by Robert O.
Recommended“I would say read the body electric by Robert O. Becker, doctor who basically paved the way for Michael Leaven at TUS.”
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Breath
Breath by James Nestor is an eye-opening exploration of how modern humans have lost the ability to breathe correctly and how altering breathing habits can radically transform physical health, mental states, and overall well-being.
Discussed“I thought that there would you know, I was so idiotic when this first when this book first came out. I was talking at medical schools.”
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Deep
Deep by James Nestor is a fascinating exploration of freediving and the extraordinary adaptations of humans and marine mammals in the ocean depths.
Discussed“and then I spent about 2 and 1 half years researching and riding deep”
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The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Patanjali is a foundational ancient text that codifies the philosophical principles, practices, and psychological insights of classical yoga.
Discussed“And they were codified in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.”
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Why We Sleep
Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker is an acclaimed exploration of sleep neurobiology and the critical importance of rest for overall health and cognitive function.
Discussed“but we know in matthew walker's book when they've converted their lifestyles to the typical u.s or uk or north american lifestyle their rates of cancer go way up”
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Books James Nestor wrote
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Other mentions (2: passing, ad reads, own books)
“I didn't discover it. I spent 5 years researching writing the book. I didn't discover. I thought I had covered everything. So, I was able to revise the hard cover for for the paperback, which is which is out, and I include this version.”
“you know i think this book took me so long because i did not believe what i was finding for so many years and this is true even though this stuff was coming out of harvard”