Hosted by professor, speaker, and performance & comeback scientist Dr. Toby Brooks (@drtobybrooks), Becoming UnDone® is where high-achievers come to reckon with rock bottom—and rise again. Every week, we explore what happens when life doesn’t go according to plan. Through raw stories, vulnerable insights, and powerful conversations, we dive into the pain of identity loss, the paralysis of burnout, and the transformative power of coming apart.This isn’t just about failure. It’s about what you do next.Whether you’re an executive questioning your purpose, an athlete facing the end, or a leader…
This episode features Dr. Toby Brooks interviewing Markpain, a producer and songwriter who was one-half of Mark Finesse, a group signed to Michael Bivins' BIV10 Records in the 1990s. The conversation explores Markpain's journey through the East Coast R&B scene, his work with Bivins, and his evolution from performer to…
Worth it if you're interested in 1990s R&B history, BIV10 Records, or personal narratives about creative resilience and industry adaptation, but expect storytelling over technical education.
In this episode of Becoming UnDone, host Dr. Toby Brooks interviews Anna Hertel, a former competitive triathlete and Ironman competitor who has pivoted to become an author and counselor-in-training. Anna shares her journey from Germany to the United States at age 12, her rise through competitive endurance sports (45…
Worth it if you're interested in personal transformation stories, the psychology of identity tied to achievement, or how trauma can manifest through high-performance athletics.
In this episode of 'Becoming UnDone,' Dr. Toby Brooks interviews Alexandria Crow, a former collegiate gymnast and globally recognized yoga instructor who experienced a dramatic career pivot after serious injuries, including a subarachnoid hemorrhage. The conversation centers on Crow's transformation from chasing…
Worth it if you're interested in yoga philosophy, recovering from burnout or perfectionism, or seeking inspiration from someone who rebuilt their career and identity after serious health setbacks.
Dr. Toby Brooks uses the 1986 film Top Gun as a lens to explore resilience and recovery from setbacks. The episode is primarily a personal reflection: Brooks shares memories of watching Top Gun with his father during a formative period in his life, then draws parallels between Maverick's journey—particularly his…
Worth it if you're recovering from a professional or personal setback and respond well to inspirational narratives and mentor-like guidance rather than data-driven frameworks.
