(Disclaimer: Adult language and content.)

In this episode of the Frankie & Jess Podcast, we welcome Ed Harrold—breath coach, author, and creator of Breath AS Medicine—for a conversation that unfolds slowly, intentionally, and right where it needs to.

Ed shares his journey from growing up on the East Coast to eventually finding his way to Utah, drawn by space, nature, and the ability to finally breathe—literally and mentally. What began as a love for movement and athletic training eventually led him to a deeper realization: slowing down the body and breath unlocked something far more powerful than pushing harder ever did.

We talk about rock bottom as a starting point, ego and competitiveness, sensitivity as a strength, and how breath became the shortcut that helped Ed rebuild his life. He breaks down the science behind breathing—why mouth breathing signals panic to the brain, how nasal breathing calms the nervous system, and why the speed of your breath often mirrors the speed of your thoughts.

Ed also explains the difference between stress-based breathing practices like Wim Hof and more functional, everyday breathwork you can actually use in real life—at work, in traffic, or standing in line. We dive into brainwave states, the role of the lungs in regulating emotion, why slowing your inhale can help you become the “CEO of yourself,” and how simple awareness can shift how you show up in the world.

To learn more about Ed, his work, and his breath training programs, visit:

👉 https://linktr.ee/edharrold

This episode is part science, part story, and part reminder that maybe what we’re all really searching for… is space to breathe.

Take a breath—and listen.

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