
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 | 66 | Founded | a year ago |
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In this episode, we’re talking about pathological demand avoidance and task avoidance — what they look like, why they get confused, and what may actually be happening in the brain.
A lot of people use these terms interchangeably, but they are not al... more
In this episode, we’re talking about something so many people struggle with but don’t fully understand: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD).
If you’ve ever:
• Taken criticism really hard
• Felt like one comment ruined your entire week
• Constantl... more
This week we have our friend Sydnee Washington on the pod, and this episode is everything we hoped it would be: hilarious, honest, chaotic, vulnerable, and completely unforgettable.
Sydnee is currently on tour with her show My Black Barbie Story, an... more
Welcome back to The Write Brain podcast.
With Autism Awareness Month approaching in April — and World Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd — we wanted to create an episode that gives a clear, big-picture understanding of autism and neurodivergence.
Th... 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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This show centers on the intersection of mental health and creativity in the music world, featuring intimate conversations with artists about personal challenges, coping strategies, and recovery. A functional neurologist provides brain-health context, helping to ground stories in science while keeping discussions relatable and uplifting. Noteworthy angles include neurodivergence, trauma, memory, and the therapeutic power of creativity, with many episodes highlighting vulnerability, authenticity with fans, and practical takeaways for listeners pursuing resilience in high-pressure creative careers.
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The Write Brain launched a year ago and published 66 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Write Brain include:
1. Sydnee Washington
2. Sadie Bass
3. Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath
4. Dr. Robert Melillo
5. Johnathon Schaech
6. Bonner Black
7. Jen Cooke
8. Roman Alexander
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