Unpack This Brain
Arts & Culture Podcasts
We sit with counsellors to unpack and deconstruct stories. Created by the lovely people from GR8 M8S Podcast. Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online @gr8m8spodcast) and Eunice (@eunicecounselling) FIND US: Twitter & Instagram: @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain Listen to us anywhere you get your podcasts. If you love us, why not leave a review and share the love with your friends!
Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Description:
We sit with counsellors to unpack and deconstruct stories. Created by the lovely people from GR8 M8S Podcast. Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online @gr8m8spodcast) and Eunice (@eunicecounselling) FIND US: Twitter & Instagram: @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain Listen to us anywhere you get your podcasts. If you love us, why not leave a review and share the love with your friends!
Language:
English
Episodes
Did we change for good? (Wicked: For Good reaction ep!) | Ep. 79
12/15/2025
In this huge reaction episode, we discuss the analogies of 'Wicked: For Good' and our current socio-political situation, the discourse surrounding the differences of the stage and film version, and more.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:01:15:21
How are Dan & Phil a part of this? (Relationships 4.0 pt. 1) | Ep. 78
12/1/2025
In the last part of this mini-series, we talk about Dan & Phil sharing the news of their relationship publicly.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:19:45
What does counselling look like after an affair? (Relationships 4.0 pt. 2) | Ep. 77
11/17/2025
On this episode, we discuss the Gottmans, a well known marriage and relationship counselling team, and their approach to counselling after an affair.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:26:32
What's dating like now? (Relationships 4.0 pt. 1) | Ep. 76
11/3/2025
We're back exploring relationships, and to kick things off we explore what dating is like now, our experiences navigating dating apps, and how to have conversations with young people about their journey navigating relationships as a teenager.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:49:44
How does burnout affect our relationships? (pt. 3) | Ep. 75
9/8/2025
In this final part of our conversation, we unpack how burnout affects our relationships with friends, partners, and family, and what tangible things can be done to manage it moving forward.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
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Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:21:48
How can we minimise feeling burnt out? (pt. 2) | Ep. 74
8/25/2025
We continue to share our experiences of burnout and discuss ways to minimise the feeling and presence of burnout, acknowledging the complexities of working in a system.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:27:41
What is burnout? (pt. 1) | Ep. 73
8/11/2025
We start this series of episodes exploring the definitions of burnout, and begin unpacking our own experiences going through it.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:21:56
What musicals have shaped us? (Wicked Part 1, pt. 3) | Ep. 72
7/7/2025
In the final part of our conversation, we talk about other musicals that we enjoy, and what we're looking forward to in 'Wicked: For Good'
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:21:29
Is wickedness thrust upon people? (Wicked Part 1, pt. 2) | Ep. 71
6/23/2025
We talk about the complexities that the characters from Wicked have, and the differences between the film and musical versions in conveying a narrative .
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:32:28
How do we feel about our work (Wicked Part 1, pt. 1) | Ep. 70
6/9/2025
Before we unpack our thoughts on Wicked Part 1, we check in and see how we feel about our work.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:26:56
How do we hold lived experience? (Pop psychology pt. 4) | Ep. 69
5/19/2025
In this final part on pop psychology, we discuss the value of lived experience, it's influence in how mental health is discussed on Tiktok, and how, if not carefully, can cause more harm than good.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
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Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:16:30
How can pop psychology be unhelpful? (Pop psychology pt. 3) | Ep. 68
5/5/2025
On this episode, we discuss the issues with an extremely simplified view of mental health, and how it can negatively impact people.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:15:24
What is pop psychology? (Pop psychology pt. 2) | Ep. 67
4/21/2025
Get ready because we unpack the world of pop psychology and how it influences people's perceptions of their own behaviour.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:23:26
How do we get through a cyclone? (Pop psychology pt. 1) | Ep. 66
4/7/2025
Before we explore the world of pop psychology, we check in post-cyclone and how it can impact our mental health.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:26:00
Why is it important to slow down? (Season 6 premiere pt. 3) | Ep. 65
3/17/2025
For the final part of our premiere, we discuss the importance of putting yourself first and not rushing all the time.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review wherever you listen to us, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:23:46
How does travelling allow us to reset? (Season 6 premiere pt. 2) | Ep. 64
3/3/2025
For this episode, we talk about our travels overseas, how our relationship dynamics change when travelling solo vs. with a partner vs. with family, and why connecting with relatives hits different when you get older.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
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Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:30:41
Hello, 2025! (Season 6 premiere pt. 1) | Ep. 63
2/17/2025
We're back for another year of unpacking and much like previous years, we've had a few things change! So, sit back and listen in.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
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Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:13:11
Where will 2025 take us? | Ep. 62
12/16/2024
We round out the year by sharing our reflections on 2024 and what we're hoping will change or stay the same in 2025. Take care of yourselves and we will see you next season!
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
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Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:24:19
Is 'Couples Therapy' representative of actual therapy? (pt. 3) | Ep. 61
12/2/2024
We discuss the representative nature of the docu-series 'Couples Therapy' and briefly talk about the problems with pop psychology.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
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Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:18:57
How would we approach 'Couples Therapy'? (pt. 2) | Ep. 60
11/18/2024
We continue unpacking the docu-series 'Couples Therapy' and discuss the importance of having knowledge of power dynamics and markers of DFV/IPV.
CONTENT WARNING: Some Strong Language. Listen at your own discretion.
Hosted by Josh (@abangpinoy, @makeyourmeaning.online, @gr8m8spodcast) & Eunice (@eunicecounselling)
Twitter @unpackthisbrain | Instagram @unpackthisbrain | #unpackthisbrain
LISTEN to us on almost everything! Rate & review on iTunes, and share us to your friends! Thank you for the love!
Music: "Spirals” by Tanda
Duration:00:18:13