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Unpacking the Playlist

Unpacking the Playlist

By: Brittney Crossen & Jai Huntley
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Hosted by Brittney and Jai, Unpacking the Playlist is a soulful, thought-provoking podcast that explores your favorite albums, songs, setlists, etc. one track at a time through a therapeutic lens. Each episode dives into the emotions, themes, and cultural impact behind the music, connecting lyrics to real life experiences like healing, identity, relationships, and growth.


Whether it’s R&B, hip-hop, or a timeless masterpiece before our time, we break it all down with honesty, vulnerability, and a touch of humor. Perfect for music lovers, deep thinkers, and anyone on a journey of self-discovery.

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Episodes
  • RICH GANG: Tha Tour Pt.1

    RICH GANG: Tha Tour Pt.1
    Oct 15 2025

    We’re back!! Life, grief, and everything in between tried to hold us down, but we made it—just in time for Homecoming SZN! This episode is all about love—love for our past experiences and our beloved HBCUs, NC A&T State University and NC Central University. We’re taking a trip down memory lane while breaking down the Rich Gang: Tha Tour Pt. 1 mixtape through a therapeutic lens—talking intimacy, survival, inspiration, and MORE!

    Tune in, vibe out, and get your mind AND spirit right for Homecoming! 🎧🔥

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • BONUS: Beyoncé & the Cowboy Carter Experience

    BONUS: Beyoncé & the Cowboy Carter Experience
    Aug 27 2025

    This week, we’re diving into one of our favorite artists—Beyoncé! We unpack the Cowboy Carter setlist and break down how intentional and strategic Bey was in connecting with her audience through both the music and the production. From the sequencing to the storytelling, we’re talking about all the ways she created an experience that went beyond just a concert.

    Need some feedback on a current stressor or situation? We got you! Use the link to share: https://forms.gle/WmWXxgAbPhnvSphb9

    Are you a therapist or mental health advocate and want to help us analyst an album? Complete the guest request: https://forms.gle/7JM5HpHfL7QNxftL9

    Tap in to see how well we know each other and why these albums tell our stories. 🎧✨

    Follow us on IG 👉🏽 @unpackingtheplaylist to keep up between episodes.

    G.O.O.D. LIFE THERAPY: https://goodlifetherapypllc.com/

    PROTECT YOUR MENTAL: https://protectyourmental.com/


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    54 mins
  • TRADING TRACKS: Unpacking the Hosts Through Music

    TRADING TRACKS: Unpacking the Hosts Through Music
    Aug 20 2025

    We’re kicking things off by letting y’all get to know us, Brittney & Jai. But instead of a regular intro, we used MUSIC to describe who we are. The twist? We didn’t pick for ourselves…we analyzed each other 👀😂. Therapist brains + playlists = some very accurate reads.

    Albums that made the cut: 4:44, CTRL, Thug Motivation 101, Beast Mode, Painting Pictures, Chilombo, Survival of the Fittest, In A Perfect World, and 11:11.

    Need some feedback on a current stressor or situation? We got you! Use the link to share: https://forms.gle/WmWXxgAbPhnvSphb9

    Are you a therapist or mental health advocate and want to help us analyst an album? Complete the guest request: https://forms.gle/7JM5HpHfL7QNxftL9

    Tap in to see how well we know each other and why these albums tell our stories. 🎧✨

    Follow us on IG 👉🏽 @unpackingtheplaylist to keep up between episodes.

    G.O.O.D. LIFE THERAPY: https://goodlifetherapypllc.com/

    PROTECT YOUR MENTAL: https://protectyourmental.com/

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    46 mins
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