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Humanizing ChangeDr. Anisha Patel on humanizing change through community outreach (podcast episode #12)On today’s episode, Ari has a conversation with Dr. Anisha Patel, Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University.
Ari’s chat with Anisha covers several topics, including partnering with local organizations in community-engaged research, understanding every step of the process, from assessment to measuring results, and implementing regional AND national change based on community feedback.
The conversation begins with Anisha sharing her early experiences growing up as the only Indian family in rural North Carolina, feeling welcomed and encouraged by her pediatrician growing up, and how she combined that with an interest in anthropology to help...2025-05-1424 minHumanizing ChangeDr. Anisha Patel on humanizing change through community outreach (podcast episode #12)On today’s episode, Ari has a conversation with Dr. Anisha Patel, Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University.
Ari’s chat with Anisha covers several topics, including partnering with local organizations in community-engaged research, understanding every step of the process, from assessment to measuring results, and implementing regional AND national change based on community feedback.
The conversation begins with Anisha sharing her early experiences growing up as the only Indian family in rural North Carolina, feeling welcomed and encouraged by her pediatrician growing up, and how she combined that with an interest in anthropology to help...2025-05-1424 min
Humanizing ChangeDr. Steph Habif on humanizing change around behaviors (podcast episode #11)On today’s episode, Ari has a conversation with Dr. Steph Habif, Behavior Designer at Behavioral Science in organizations.
Ari’s chat with Steph covers several topics, including developing a clear understanding to base change around behaviors, grounding people with sets of specific behavioral terms
The conversation begins with Steph sharing her early experiences with the diversity of people and culture growing up in the New York City suburbs, the psychological aspects of being a student athlete, and how she combined it all into a leadership style rooted in empathy and curiosity. Produced by Ari Abra...2025-04-3040 minHumanizing ChangeDr. Steph Habif on humanizing change around behaviors (podcast episode #11)On today’s episode, Ari has a conversation with Dr. Steph Habif, Behavior Designer at Behavioral Science in organizations.
Ari’s chat with Steph covers several topics, including developing a clear understanding to base change around behaviors, grounding people with sets of specific behavioral terms
The conversation begins with Steph sharing her early experiences with the diversity of people and culture growing up in the New York City suburbs, the psychological aspects of being a student athlete, and how she combined it all into a leadership style rooted in empathy and curiosity. Produced by Ari Abra...2025-04-3040 min
Humanizing ChangeBlair Mann on humanizing change around data and education policy (podcast episode #10)In the tenth episode of Humanizing Change, host Bill Keaggy talks with Blair Mann, Vice President of Communications at the Data Quality Campaign (DQC), about using storytelling and data to drive real change in education policy. Blair shares how her upbringing — shaped by a Special Ed teacher and a TV news director — inspired her passion for connecting people to solutions that work and using narrative to move both people and systems.
Highlights from the conversation:
Turn data into stories: I make complex information relatable by helping people see themselves in the story.
Prioritize clarity: I focus on m...2025-04-1632 minHumanizing ChangeBlair Mann on humanizing change around data and education policy (podcast episode #10)In the tenth episode of Humanizing Change, host Bill Keaggy talks with Blair Mann, Vice President of Communications at the Data Quality Campaign (DQC), about using storytelling and data to drive real change in education policy. Blair shares how her upbringing — shaped by a Special Ed teacher and a TV news director — inspired her passion for connecting people to solutions that work and using narrative to move both people and systems.
Highlights from the conversation:
Turn data into stories: I make complex information relatable by helping people see themselves in the story.
Prioritize clarity: I focus on m...2025-04-1632 min
Humanizing ChangeAhmed Riaz on humanizing change around guidance and exploration (podcast episode #9)In the ninth episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Ahmed Riaz, Global Head of Design at Logitech, about how visualization, empathy, and choice can help guide people through change without forcing them into rigid paths. Ahmed shares how his creative upbringing in Saudi Arabia and his background in industrial design shaped his belief in blending exploration with gentle guidance.
Highlights from the conversation:
I create space for exploration because people need to feel ownership, not just follow orders, to truly embrace change.
I use visualization to make complex ideas tangible — pictures and models he...2025-04-0229 minHumanizing ChangeAhmed Riaz on humanizing change around guidance and exploration (podcast episode #9)In the ninth episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Ahmed Riaz, Global Head of Design at Logitech, about how visualization, empathy, and choice can help guide people through change without forcing them into rigid paths. Ahmed shares how his creative upbringing in Saudi Arabia and his background in industrial design shaped his belief in blending exploration with gentle guidance.
Highlights from the conversation:
I create space for exploration because people need to feel ownership, not just follow orders, to truly embrace change.
I use visualization to make complex ideas tangible — pictures and models he...2025-04-0229 min
Humanizing ChangeSun Kagami on humanizing change around the inner self (podcast episode #8)In the eighth episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Sun Kagami, Founder of the Center for Deep Self Design, about connecting to the inner self as a way to meet change with calm, clarity, and openness. Sun shares how her early experiences with nature and her desire to break free from traditional expectations led her to help others rediscover themselves and detach from rigid outcomes.
Lessons from the episode:
Reconnect with the inner self: I ground change by cultivating calm, self-awareness, and presence.
Release rigid expectations: I build resilience by meeting life with...2025-03-1836 minHumanizing ChangeSun Kagami on humanizing change around the inner self (podcast episode #8)In the eighth episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Sun Kagami, Founder of the Center for Deep Self Design, about connecting to the inner self as a way to meet change with calm, clarity, and openness. Sun shares how her early experiences with nature and her desire to break free from traditional expectations led her to help others rediscover themselves and detach from rigid outcomes.
Lessons from the episode:
Reconnect with the inner self: I ground change by cultivating calm, self-awareness, and presence.
Release rigid expectations: I build resilience by meeting life with...2025-03-1836 min
Humanizing ChangeJeff Lash on humanizing change around understanding the end user (podcast episode #7)In the seventh episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Jeff Lash, former Senior VP of Global Product Management at Forrester, about why real change starts with truly understanding the end user — whether that’s a customer, a colleague, or an internal stakeholder. Jeff shares how his early experiences with technology and user experience shaped his belief that empathy, research, and people-centered thinking are critical for lasting transformation.
Lessons from the episode:
Focus on real human needs: I prioritize the experiences of the people affected, not just the process or the system.
Empathize internally and...2025-02-2528 minHumanizing ChangeJeff Lash on humanizing change around understanding the end user (podcast episode #7)In the seventh episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Jeff Lash, former Senior VP of Global Product Management at Forrester, about why real change starts with truly understanding the end user — whether that’s a customer, a colleague, or an internal stakeholder. Jeff shares how his early experiences with technology and user experience shaped his belief that empathy, research, and people-centered thinking are critical for lasting transformation.
Lessons from the episode:
Focus on real human needs: I prioritize the experiences of the people affected, not just the process or the system.
Empathize internally and...2025-02-2528 min
Humanizing ChangeRalph H. Groce III on humanizing change around organizational efficiencyIn the fourth episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Ralph H. Groce III, President and COO of Scroobious (and former CIO of Wells Fargo), about leading critical initiatives and driving organizational efficiency without losing sight of the human element. Ralph shares how high expectations for self-sufficiency shaped his leadership style — and why building trust, aligning teams, and adapting communication are essential for creating real change.
Lessons from the episode:
Set clear expectations and build trust: Change succeeds when leaders are clear and empower people to deliver.
Tailor communication to the audience: Different groups ne...2024-11-2637 minHumanizing ChangeRalph H. Groce III on humanizing change around organizational efficiencyIn the fourth episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Ralph H. Groce III, President and COO of Scroobious (and former CIO of Wells Fargo), about leading critical initiatives and driving organizational efficiency without losing sight of the human element. Ralph shares how high expectations for self-sufficiency shaped his leadership style — and why building trust, aligning teams, and adapting communication are essential for creating real change.
Lessons from the episode:
Set clear expectations and build trust: Change succeeds when leaders are clear and empower people to deliver.
Tailor communication to the audience: Different groups ne...2024-11-2637 min
Humanizing ChangeKymyona Burk on humanizing change around education policy (podcast episode #3)In the third episode of Humanizing Change, host Erin Muzughi talks with Kymyona Burk, Senior Policy Fellow at ExcelinEd, about leading change in education policy with honesty, compassion, and a commitment to long-term impact. Kymyona shares how her early experiences as an educator continue to shape her approach to teamwork, leadership, and public perception today.
Lessons from the episode:
Lead with purpose: I make sure every change effort connects back to why it matters for people.
Build trust through honesty: I communicate openly, especially when trying to shift public perception.
Collaborate to customize solutions: I work...2024-11-1226 minHumanizing ChangeKymyona Burk on humanizing change around education policy (podcast episode #3)In the third episode of Humanizing Change, host Erin Muzughi talks with Kymyona Burk, Senior Policy Fellow at ExcelinEd, about leading change in education policy with honesty, compassion, and a commitment to long-term impact. Kymyona shares how her early experiences as an educator continue to shape her approach to teamwork, leadership, and public perception today.
Lessons from the episode:
Lead with purpose: I make sure every change effort connects back to why it matters for people.
Build trust through honesty: I communicate openly, especially when trying to shift public perception.
Collaborate to customize solutions: I work...2024-11-1226 min
Humanizing ChangeHector Ouilhet on humanizing change around team roles and AIIn the second episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Hector Ouilhet, former VP of Design at Dropbox, about leading teams through change by focusing on identity, coaching, and human-centered design. Hector shares how his early experiences shaped his leadership style — and how making space for both individual and collective growth is key to navigating the evolving role of AI in organizations.
Lessons from the episode:
Define team and individual identity: I help teams understand who they are collectively and individually.
Coach from the background: I lead by supporting others quietly instead of always be...2024-10-1727 minHumanizing ChangeHector Ouilhet on humanizing change around team roles and AIIn the second episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham talks with Hector Ouilhet, former VP of Design at Dropbox, about leading teams through change by focusing on identity, coaching, and human-centered design. Hector shares how his early experiences shaped his leadership style — and how making space for both individual and collective growth is key to navigating the evolving role of AI in organizations.
Lessons from the episode:
Define team and individual identity: I help teams understand who they are collectively and individually.
Coach from the background: I lead by supporting others quietly instead of always be...2024-10-1727 min
Humanizing ChangeAkshaya Murthy on humanizing change around technologyIn the first episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham Tremendousness talks with Akshaya Murthy, Director of AI Transformation at Zendesk, about what it really takes to lead change in a world where technology moves faster than people.
Drawing from his global upbringing and deep experience in tech, Akshaya and host Ari Abraham dig into why real transformation isn’t about the tools — it’s about the people. Trust, curiosity, and safe spaces to learn aren’t just nice to have — they’re essential to making change feel human.
Lessons from the episode:
Center change around people, not...2024-09-2634 minHumanizing ChangeAkshaya Murthy on humanizing change around technologyIn the first episode of Humanizing Change, host Ari Abraham Tremendousness talks with Akshaya Murthy, Director of AI Transformation at Zendesk, about what it really takes to lead change in a world where technology moves faster than people.
Drawing from his global upbringing and deep experience in tech, Akshaya and host Ari Abraham dig into why real transformation isn’t about the tools — it’s about the people. Trust, curiosity, and safe spaces to learn aren’t just nice to have — they’re essential to making change feel human.
Lessons from the episode:
Center change aroun...2024-09-2634 min
Humanizing ChangeHumanizing ChangeWelcome to Humanizing Change, a new show where we discuss the most essential part of any transformation, large or small: the people. Join us each episode as we talk with innovators in their respective fields about their unique journeys and how they humanize change in their own work every day.tremendo.us2024-09-1001 min
Jefferson County Alabama: Podcast for the PeopleEpisode 10: Salute to Our Veterans!Our Veteran's Committee has an event this week for our employees that are Veterans and we took a few minutes to talk to an employee from each branch of service about how their service carries over into their position at the county. We have the Army, Navy, Marines, and Air Force all represented. And, the conversation gets a little lively when we talk about "the best" branch. Hint, you really need them all! Thank you to Akirashanti Byrd (Tax Collector Office), John Sepulveda (Deputy Director at Youth Detention), Darrick Williams (Chief Administrative Analyst, Human Resources), Don Carroll (Assistant County...2022-11-0823 min