The Unpack With Jack Podcast
by Jack Costello
Unpack with Jack is where reflection meets real life. Join Jack as he unpacks the stories, struggles, and lessons that continue to shape him—from emotional burnout to self-acceptance, from unhealthy patterns to personal freedom. With honesty and heart, each episode offers a window into his own journey and the universal themes we all face: growth, vulnerability and the courage to live in alignment with who we truly are.
Episodes
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Be A Better Man | Kieran McMahon
Unpack with Jack explores emotional intelligence, healthy masculinity and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. What does it really mean to become a better man and who gets to define that? This conversation explores purpose, self-belief, leadership, and the values that quietly...
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Paul Mc Bride on Confidence, Coaching and Building a Life on Your Terms
What does it take to build confidence, find clarity, and create a life that actually feels aligned? In this episode of Unpack with Jack, I’m joined by my good friend Paul McBride — mindset and performance coach, football coach, and founder of Modern Mind Coaching. This conversation is a…
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When Success Stops Feeling Like Success | Eric McNamara
Unpack with Jack explores self-leadership, emotional intelligence and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. What happens when the life you built no longer feels aligned with who you are? Eric McNamara - coach, mindfulness practitioner, author of the "Erica’s Light " series and...
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Beyond the Roles We Play | Caoimhe Gibney
Unpack with Jack explores emotional intelligence, healthy masculinity and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. What happens when the roles, relationships, and identity you built your life around no longer feel like you? In this episode, I sit down with Caoimhe Gibney, known to...
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When Success No Longer | Fits Sarah French on Rebuilding Identity
Unpack with Jack explores self-leadership, emotional intelligence and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. What happens when everything you’ve built your identity around no longer reflects who you are and you’re forced to start again? Sarah French - former Royal Australian Navy...
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From Loss to Leadership: Joey Molloy on Healing, Men's Groups and Finding Your Purpose
Unpack with Jack explores emotional intelligence, healthy masculinity and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. What happens when losing your father young quietly shapes everything about who you become - and what you feel called to build? In this episode, Joey Molloy shares how...
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How Grief Can Become a Doorway to Self-Discovery | Jessie Whelan
Unpack with Jack explores emotional intelligence, healthy masculinity and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. What if the most painful losses in your life were actually the doorway to truly finding yourself? In this episode, Jessie Whelan explores how grief, vulnerability, and...
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Why We Self-Sabotage (And What’s Really Driving Our Behaviour) | Dermot O'Donoghue
Unpack with Jack explores emotional intelligence, healthy masculinity and the deeper patterns shaping how we grow, lead and live. Why do we sabotage ourselves even when we genuinely want to change? In this episode, coach Dermot O'Donoghue explains why every behaviour - even self-sabotage - has a...
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When Productivity No Longer Defines You – Leona Johnson on Breathwork and Self-Trust
In this episode of Unpack with Jack, I’m joined by wellness practitioner Leona Johnson of the Embodiedbody as we explore what happens when you step away from productivity, corporate identity and external validation to rediscover who you really are. Leona shares her journey into breathwork and…
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Stephen McGuire: Breathwork & Beyond
In this episode of the Unpack with Jack podcast, host Jack welcomes his first guest, Stephen McGuire of Steady Mind. Stephen shares his journey from Ireland to Australia, his challenges in finding work in disability nursing and his discovery of breathwork as a transformative practice. The...
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Christmas burnout and loss
As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves grappling with the emotional challenges that come with it. In a heartfelt episode of the Unpack with Jack podcast, host Jack opens up about his personal struggles with grief and the stress often associated with Christmas, providing...
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The Struggles of Masculinity and Vulnerability
Summary: In this episode, Jack delves into the complex topics of self-esteem, self-worthand self-love, particularly focusing on the challenges men face in discussing these issues. He explores how societal expectations and traditional masculinity often lead men to suppress their emotions and...
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Unpacking Perfectionism
Summary: In this episode, Jack delves into the complexities of perfectionism, exploring its roots, the cycle it creates and the fear of rejection that often accompanies it. The conversation emphasises the importance of self-acceptance, compassion and taking action despite imperfections. The host...
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Embracing Neurodivergence: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Summary: In this episode of Unpack With Jack, the host delves into the complexities of neurodivergence, particularly focusing on ADHD. He shares his personal journey of self-discovery and acceptance, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding for oneself. The conversation explores...
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oh hello :)
Summary In this inaugural episode of the Unpack with Jack podcast, the host, Jack introduces the theme of overcoming resistance and perfectionism in the pursuit of personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of starting the journey, sharing insights on healthy masculinity and emotional...
About this show
Unpack with Jack is where reflection meets real life. Join Jack as he unpacks the stories, struggles, and lessons that continue to shape him—from emotional burnout to self-acceptance, from unhealthy patterns to personal freedom. With honesty and heart, each episode offers a window into his own journey and the universal themes we all face: growth, vulnerability and the courage to live in alignment with who we truly are.
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Jack Costello
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