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 • 18 episodes
Deep Thoughts With Michelle Handy
Latest Episodes
AI and the Future of UX Research: Impact, Skills, and Careers with Thomas Stokes
In this episode, I’m joined by Thomas Stokes, UX research thought leader and co-founder of Drillbit Labs consultancy.Together, we explore the state of AI adoption in UX research today—from the hype in job postings to the real, uneven use...
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The Evolution of UX Research: A 20-Year Industry Veteran on AI, Layoffs, and What's Next
What happens when you've spent over two decades in UX research—witnessing everything from eye-tracking rigs strapped to foreheads to today’s AI-powered research tools?In this episode, I’m joined by Nick Cawthon, founder of Gauge a...
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Trusting the Leap: Stephanie Beams on Intuition, Interior Design, and Reinventing Your Career
What makes a space feel right? Why do certain environments help us thrive while others drain our energy? And how does our intuition—not just logic—guide us in career transitions?In this episode, I sit down with Stephanie Beams, ...
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The Future of Humanity in an AI World — A Deep Conversation with Nick Smallman
What does it mean to stay human in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence?In this episode, I’m joined by Nick Smallman, founder and CEO of Working Voices, whose decades of work with global organizations (JP Morgan, Sony, ...
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Making the Hard Stuff Fun: Dr. Jacqui Nortje on Gamification That Actually Works
Gamification isn’t just about badges and points—it’s about designing systems that make difficult behaviors feel doable, even fun. In this episode of Deep Thoughts with Michelle Handy, we’re joined by Dr. Jacqui Nortje, a behavioral sci...
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