
The Write Brain is a podcast that explores the intersection of mental health and the music industry. Hosted by singer/songwriter Ellis Melillo and functional neurologist Dr. Robert Melillo, each episode features intimate conversations with musical artists about their mental health journeys. With insights from Dr. Melillo on brain health and Ellis' personal experiences, the show uncovers the challe... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music InterviewsMusicHealth & Fitness | |||

Abby Anderson joins The Write Brain podcast for a raw, honest conversation about creativity, anxiety, control, and what it really means to be gifted.
In this episode, Abby opens up about:
Growing up feeling “too sensitive”
Why creative people stru... more
Memory isn’t what most people think it is.
In this episode of The Write Brain podcast, Ellis and her dad dive into how memory actually works — and why so many creative, right-brained people feel like they “don’t remember anything.”
We talk about:
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In this episode of The Write Brain podcast, we sit down with Stephen Astephen, founder of The Familie, a sports and music management agency, to talk about right brain entrepreneurship, dyslexia, insecurity, and vision.
Steve shares his story — strug... more
In this first episode of the year, we’re talking about manifestation, identity, and the right brain way of creating a life.
We dive into why so many creatives, entrepreneurs, and big-picture thinkers struggled in traditional school systems — and how... more
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I loved this episode! I’m an S2C practitioner and am so thankful that yall are talking about these amazing spellers!
And the father/daughter combo is the sweetest! Keep up the great work!
As a practicing therapist and now co founder of a center that uses the Melillo Method, I’ve been aware of the way the brain handles Trauma, but not to the degree described here. I’ve also worked with a woman who had experienced trauma as a young child and “repressed” it, but had a panic attack when the actor on a commercial in the pediatrician’s waiting room resembled her attacker. While I was able to help her, I never could have explained the mechanics of why she had the panic attack quite th... more
This is the definition of functional neurology in the real world. What an amazing father son duo!
I LOVE this podcast! I have been following Doctor Melillo’s work for a few years now. I have purchased one of his at home Adult ADHD courses and struggle to complete the 3 month of protocol. But I can absolutely see the big picture and believe this will help me in so many ways . I have often come back to his instagram or YouTube to get motivated to try again but they are so since heavy I feel like I won’t be able to achieve following throw with his protocols. But listening to this podcast with h... more
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The content explores the intricate relationship between mental health and the music industry, focusing on the challenges faced by artists in maintaining their well-being while pursuing creative expression. With a blend of personal anecdotes and expert insights from a functional neurologist, episodes feature candid conversations with musicians who share their struggles with mental health issues such as PTSD, anxiety, and OCD. Unique to the series is the emphasis on actionable strategies for mental health, drawing connections between personal experiences in the music industry and broader themes of resilience, healing, and personal growth.
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Recent guests on The Write Brain include:
1. Dallas Alexander
2. Johnathon Schaech
3. Bonner Black
4. Jen Cooke
5. Roman Alexander
6. Emma Zinck
7. Taylor John Smith
8. Emmy Russell
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