Is mouth taping actually safe? And does nose breathing really improve sleep? In this episode, I break down key insights from Mollie Eastman’s interview with breathing expert Patrick McKeown on Sleep As a Skill. We cover why waking up with a dry mouth is a red flag, how nasal breathing supports airway stability, the difference between full-seal and vented mouth tape, and who should avoid taping altogether. Plus, I share practical daytime nose-breathing habits—like walking with your mouth closed—to make nighttime breathing easier and more natural.

Stayed up later than planned and wondering whether to sleep in or power through the day? In this episode of Night Shift with Justin S. King, we break down what leading sleep experts like Matthew Walker, Michael Breus, and Sara Mednick say about naps — when to take them, how long they should be, and how to recover lost sleep without disrupting tonight’s rest.

Learn the two smartest recovery options after a late night, why timing matters, and how a simple 20-minute nap can reset energy, focus, and mood without harming your sleep schedule.

Short, practical, and science-based — this episode will change how you think about naps.

Can diffusing lavender really help you sleep better? What about taking it by mouth? In this episode, we break down the real research in simple language. You’ll learn how lavender affects stress, how it may support sleep quality, the difference between diffusing and ingesting it, and a simple 7-night experiment you can try tonight to see if it works for you.