WHALES, BREATH AND BEING: James Nestor inspires Lowland Hum to create a song about Freediving

Podsongs is the unique podcast where musicians interview inspirational people as inspiration for a new song. This episode, with writer James Nestor and the musical duo Lowland Hum, covers an expansive range of topics including the significant roles of breathing in enhancing both physical and mental health as advocated by Nestor, the creative and transformative journey of artists, and the deep intricacies of interviewing and engaging with diverse subjects. Detailed explorations include a breathing experiment led by Dr. Jayakar Nayak at Stanford exploring nasal versus mouth breathing, the attempt to communicate with marine animals through AI, and the concept of creating inclusive and meaningful retreats and musical experiences. The discussions provide rich insights into the interconnectedness of creativity, wellness, and scientific exploration, emphasizing the power of breathing and genuine engagement in fostering artistic expression and deeper understanding across various disciplines. https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/ www.lowlandhum.com 00:00 Welcome to Podsongs: Introducing James Nestor and Lowland Hum 00:27 Musical Connections and Collaborations 01:50 The Evolution of Lowland Hum's Sound 02:52 Recording Challenges and Creative Processes 09:43 The Art of Album Covers with Lauren Goins 10:12 The Realities of Touring and Creative Tensions 15:36 Exploring the Impact of Breathing on Health and Creativity 23:53 James Nestor Joins the Conversation 37:40 The Journey of Writing 'Breath' 42:29 Creative Processes and Collaborative Dynamics 49:49 The Paradox of Confidence and Insecurity in Creativity 50:25 The Privilege and Pressure of Artistic Creation 51:19 The Impact of Expectations on Art and Performance 55:03 Navigating the Challenges of Travel and Work-Life Balance 01:17:38 Exploring the Depths of Human and Animal Communication 01:27:28 The Universal Language of Breathing 01:29:34 Creating Unique Musical Experiences 01:36:31 The Power of Intergenerational Connections and Legacy // SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL // Newsletter, donations and download the song for €/$1 @ https://podsongs.com // LINKS // Website: https://podsongs.com Podcast episodes: https://podsongs.com/podcast-episodes Songs: https://podsongs.com/music Spotify artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/32FYyRx1y1ex3jHHAgLMC7?si=4Nv7WW85SbSPZvCsj1o7Ig Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6sN1viy82HPiNTVX2YBxpq?si=1b84c2b9bdea4656 // SOCIAL // Twitter: https://twitter.com/podsongs Instagram: https://instagram.com/podsongs Facebook: https://facebook.com/podsongs