Deep Thoughts With Michelle Handy
Deep Thoughts with Michelle Handy is where behavioral science, tech, and design converge to inspire personal growth and drive innovation. Join Michelle Handy, Ph.D. and her expert guests as they unpack candid stories, share practical insights, and explore cutting-edge strategies to help you thrive personally and professionally. Perfect for mid-to-senior professionals navigating leadership, creativity, and career transitions.
Podcasting since 2025 • 11 episodes
Deep Thoughts With Michelle Handy
Latest Episodes
From PhD to Industry: Dr. Ashley Ruba on Leaving Academia, Transferable Skills, and Thriving Beyond the Ivory Tower
In this episode, we explore what it means to leave academia and build a fulfilling career outside the ivory tower. Ashley Ruba, PhD, shares her journey from developmental psychology to UX research at Meta and entrepreneurship, founding After Ac...
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Why Work Feels Broken—And How to Fix It: Dr. Mandy Varley on Leadership, Well-Being, and Purpose"
In this episode, we delve into the intersection of behavioral science, leadership, and workplace well-being with Dr. Mandy Varley, a behavioral scientist and executive coach. She shares her insights on building healthier, more effective workpla...
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Women Leading the Future of Behavior Design with Stephanie Weldy
In this episode, we take a behind-the-scenes look at how women are shaping the future of behavior design—from scaling impact in organizations to building powerful professional communities. Stephanie Weldy shares her journey from the public sect...
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52:42
From Resistance to Buy-In: Doug Roerden’s Playbook for Leading Human-Centered Change in Legacy Organizations
In this episode, we explore what it takes to build truly human-centered organizations with Doug Roerden, who brings over 25 years of experience leading customer and user experience transformations. From Fidelity Investments to FM Global, Doug s...
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Dr. Leanne Mauriello on Behavioral Science, Lifestyle Medicine, and Health Transformation
In this episode, we explore how behavioral science and lifestyle medicine are transforming healthcare delivery. Dr. Leanne Mauriello shares insights from her work helping medical providers integrate lifestyle medicine into their practices, and ...
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