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Becoming UnDone

Toby Brooks
Dick Tomey
Larry Johnson
Resilience
Leadership
Mental Health
Entrepreneurship
Arizona Wildcats
Personal Growth
Athletic Training
Coaching
NBA
College Football
University Of Arizona
Identity
Olympics
University Of Hawaii
Odessa College
Mental Wellness
Coach Dick Tomey
Football

Hosted by professor, speaker, and performance & comeback scientist Dr. Toby Brooks (@tobybrooksphd), 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,... more

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Dr. Shawn Eagle is an assistant professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, where he is regarded as a global expert on concussion and traumatic brain injury. With more than 150 peer-reviewed p... more

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Sarah Warren is a U.S. Olympic speed skater who competed in the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games. Before embarking on her skating career, Sarah was a Division 1 soccer player at the University of Illinois. Her journey to the Olympics ... more

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Chris McCormick is a former Division 1 strength and conditioning coach who worked at Gardner-Webb University and Florida Atlantic University. Throughout his career, he played a crucial role in athlete preparation and development, ini... more

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Matt Sayman is the head boys basketball coach at Midway High School in Waco, Texas, and a former professional basketball player in Iceland. Previously, he played collegiate basketball at Baylor University during one of its most tumul... more

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Sean Eagle
Assistant Professor and Researcher in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh; world-renowned traumatic brain injury expert
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: 156 | The Concussion That Changed Everything: Dr. Shawn Eagle's Path to Purpose
Sarah Warren
US Olympian, former Division 1 soccer player at Illinois, long track speed skater
US Olympics / Illinois
Episode: 155 | Transforming Trials into Triumphs: US Olympian Sarah Warren's Journey to Becoming Undone
Chris McCormick
Pastor, lead pastor at Reliant Church; former Division I strength and conditioning coach
Reliant Church, Gardner-Webb University, Florida Atlantic University
Episode: 154 | Courageous Career Changes: Embracing Uncertainty and New Beginnings with Pastor & Coach Chris McCormick
Matt Saman
Former Division I basketball player, author of The Leftovers, Baylor, Betrayal, and Beyond
Midway High School (Coach), Author
Episode: 153 | Matt Sayman's Journey from Baylor Basketball Scandal to Redemption
Roger Lipe
Sports chaplain, former FCA Director at SIU Carbondale
Southern Illinois University Carbondale; Nations of Coaches
Episode: 152 | Navigating Grief and Identity After Life's Unexpected Changes with Sports Chaplain Roger Lipe
Jonathan Schwartz
Former top-tier entertainment business manager turned therapist and addiction specialist after serving time in federal prison for embezzlement.
Currently a therapist and program director at Altus Rehab
Episode: 149 | Caught in the Spotlight: Secrets of a Celebrity Business Manager with Jonathan Schwartz
Brandon McCoy
Graphic artist based out of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, owner of Gooch Customs
Gooch Customs
Episode: 146 | Brandon McCoy: Turning Passion for Custom Paint into a Thriving Career
Marissa Nehlsen
Financial strategist, transformational coach, and Maxwell Leadership Mentor
Maxwell Team Leadership
Episode: 145 | From Abuse to Advocacy: Maxwell Leadership Mentor & Entrepreneur Marissa Nehlsen's Journey to Empowerment
Natalie Walsh
Former NCAA Division I Gymnastics Coach and CEO, focusing on mental wellness in sports.
Timber Ridge Ventures and Events
Episode: 144 | Nadalie Walsh: Embracing Change and Championing Mental Wellness in Gymnastics

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Dr. Toby Brooks
Professor, speaker, and performance scientist hosting high-impact conversations on resilience, identity, and reinvention.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Keeps getting better!

    I thoroughly enjoyed the latest episode with Idris Haroon. Powerful story!

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    5
    HubCitySpecial
    United States3 months ago
  • Such a great interviewer!

    Toby is an incredible interviewer! I was a guest on his show and can only attest to the level of professionalism throughout the experience. From his prep to the conversation and the podcast itself. Congratulations on what you created Toby!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilana@Leap
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent content

    Thank you Toby for putting this together. Your content brings a lot of meaning. And the podcast is well put together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkDelaney
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great to Good

    This is very informative and I’ve recommended it to many. I look forward to each new one and have benefited significantly from the podcast. Good to listen to the host because he speaks clearly. Thanks for sharing best podcast Becoming UnDone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richman Author
    United States2 years ago

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156 | The Concussion That Changed Everything: Dr. Shawn Eagle's Path to Purpose
Q: How did mentors or early guidance shape your path into concussion research?
Sean discusses mentors, especially Dr. Hooper and others at Texas Tech, who encouraged publication and research, which opened doors to his first job in research and shaped his trajectory toward modern concussion care.
156 | The Concussion That Changed Everything: Dr. Shawn Eagle's Path to Purpose
Q: Can you describe the moment you knew your athletic career was over and how that continues to impact your work today?
Sean describes a realization that his playing days were ending due to injuries, the emotional and identity impact, and how this fuels his empathy and dedication to helping others through concussion research and treatment.
156 | The Concussion That Changed Everything: Dr. Shawn Eagle's Path to Purpose
Q: What did you want to be growing up and why?
Sean explains a lack of a single clear path at first, eventually landing on a physician's assistant route but pivoting toward athletic training due to the environment and opportunities he encountered, which eventually steered him toward research and concussion work.
155 | Transforming Trials into Triumphs: US Olympian Sarah Warren's Journey to Becoming Undone
Q: How did the support from family and the medical community influence your recovery and decision to pursue orthopedic medicine?
Support from her brother, parents, and mentors provided emotional and practical resilience; shadowing Dr. Brian Cole, who performed the pivotal Plica surgery, inspired her to pursue orthopedics and to use medicine to give back and extend her athletic career.
155 | Transforming Trials into Triumphs: US Olympian Sarah Warren's Journey to Becoming Undone
Q: What did you believe you were capable of when you were younger, and how did that shape your path to sport?
She always wanted to be the best version of herself, starting with hockey and aiming for the highest levels, which kept her focused despite early injuries and later shifts to speed skating; the drive to reach the ultimate level persisted even through setbacks.

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Becoming UnDone features in-depth conversations with high achievers who are navigating rock-bottom moments, burnout, and identity realignment. Across recent episodes, guests share candid journeys—from career upheavals and personal crises to turning points that redefine purpose, with the host offering practical psychology-based insights and performance science perspectives. The show often blends vulnerability with actionable takeaways, focusing on resilience, reinvention, and leadership through adversity. A standout element is the host's integration of research-backed frameworks and faith-driven meaning, helping listeners see setbacks as beginnings rather than endings and providing concrete steps for personal and professional rebirth.

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3. Chris McCormick
4. Matt Saman
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