Let’s raise a glass to Debbie, Jill, and Yael as they reach a milestone of 300 episodes on the fabulous Psychologists Off The Clock podcast! Can you believe it? Six-plus years of incredible conversations, phenomenal guests, mind-blowing ideas, and moments have uplifted us all.
As they share their reflections on this journey, we get a glimpse of how POTC has transformed their understanding and application of psychology, impacted their lives, and connected them with listeners from all corners of the world. And can we stop to appreciate the wisdom, dedication, and passion they bring to this amazingly valuable show?
We are so grateful to be part of this incredible community, and we know Debbie, Jill, and Yael share the same gratitude for all of us listeners who have supported them along the way.
Listen and Learn:
- Yael, Debbie, and Jill marvel at the profound impact the podcast has had on their personal and professional lives
- The early beginnings of POTC
- From guests to co-hosts, Jill and Yael share their story
- Debbie, Jill, and Yael rave about their adoration for the POTC Book Club
- Stories of positive changes POTC has brought to both listeners and co-hosts
- A look back at some of the most memorable and meaningful episodes
- The time Debbie invited Michelle Obama to the podcast
About Jill, Yael, Debbie
Debbie Sorensen, PhD, Co-host

Debbie (she/her) is a psychologist in private practice in Denver, Colorado with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Harvard University. She is co-author, along with Diana Hill, of ACT Daily Journal: Get Unstuck and Live Fully with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She loves living in Colorado, her home state, with her husband, two daughters, and dog. When she’s not busy working or podcasting, she enjoys reading fiction, cooking, traveling, and getting outdoors in the beautiful Rocky Mountains! You can learn more about Debbie, read her blog, and find out about upcoming presentations and training events at her webpage, drdebbiesorensen.com.
Yael Schonbrun, PhD, Co-host

Yael (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist who wears a number of professional hats: she a small private practice specializing in evidence-based relationship therapy, she’s an assistant professor at Brown University, and she writes for nonacademic audiences about working parenthood. She has a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis, a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and completed her postgraduate training at Brown University. In all areas of her work, Yael draws on scientific research, her clinical experience, ancient wisdom (with an emphasis on Taoism), and real life experiences with her three little boys. You can find out more about Yael’s writing, including her book, Work, Parent, Thrive, and about her research by clicking the links. You can follow Yael on Twitter or Instagram where she posts about relationship science or subscribe to her newsletter, Relational, to get the science of romantic partnerships, parent-child relationships, and the relationship between life roles straight to your inbox. Subscribe to learn how to unlock a happier, healthier relational life!
Jill Stoddard, PhD, Co-host

Jill (she/her) is the director of The Center for Stress and Anxiety Management in San Diego. She got her PhD in clinical psychology from Boston University where she trained at the Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders; it was there that her passion for treating anxiety using evidence based methods took root. She also loves to write, speak, and now podcast! She’s written two books based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: The Big Book of ACT Metaphors: A Practitioner’s Guide to Experiential Exercises and Metaphors in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Be Mighty: A Woman’s Guide to Liberation from Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Using Mindfulness and Acceptance. When she’s not writing, counseling her fierce clients, speaking, or podcasting, she’s spending time with her amazing family, friends, and dogs, and feeling grateful for her mighty life.
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- 29. Nutritional Psychology: How food impacts mood, cognition, and brain health with Diana and Debbie
- 45. Rest with Alex Pang
- 48. Practical Wisdom with Barry Schwartz
- 57. Evolution and Behavioral Science with Steven Hayes and David Sloan Wilson
- 76. Gender and Sexual Minorities with Aisling Leonard-Curtin and Matthew Skinta
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- 132. The Joy of Movement with Kelly McGonigal
- 176. Fair Play with Eve Rodsky
- 206. Fair Play Part 2 with Eve Rodsky
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