Shows
Functional Relations#33 - Student Episode: Mentalism vs Radical BehaviorismIn this episode, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand radical behaviorism and pragmatism, and how these perspectives compare to mentalism. No CEs are available for this episode. Become a member to get access to our entire library of CEs and access exclusive behind the scenes content for $79/yr. https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com/subscription/membership References: Cooper, J. O., Heron, T. E., & Heward, W. L. (2020). Applied behavior analysis (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Moore, J. (2008). Conceptual foundations of radical behaviorism.
2025-08-0136 min
Functional Relations#32- Is Private Equity Good for ABA? w/ Dr. Cody MorrisIn this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss private equity as an ownership structure and its implications for ABA companies w/ Dr. Cody Morris. 1 Ethics CE (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member to get access to our entire library of CEs and access exclusive behind the scenes content for $79/yr. https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com/subscription/membership References: Morris, C. (2025). Private Equity in Behavior Analysis: A Reckoning. Perspectives on Behavior Science, 1-7. Morris, C., Grauerholz-Fisher, E., Ellsworth, M. E., & Crocker, C. E. (2024...
2025-07-011h 09
Functional Relations#31 - Challenging the 4-Function Worldview w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" RajaramanIn this episode Zach and Caleb are joined by Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman where the discussion focuses on challenging the 4-function worldview in the context of assessing and treating problem behavior. 2 CEs (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast To connect with Dithu and the FTF team for a number of different types of s...
2025-06-011h 48
Functional Relations#30 - Cultural Selection and Living a Good Life w/ Dr. Dave PalmerIn the episode, Zach and Caleb discuss cultural selection and how it can be used to make improvements to your life with Dr. Dave Palmer. Check out all the things going on at the B.F. Skinner Foundation: https://www.bfskinner.org/ 1 CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Skinner, B. F. (1984). Selection b...
2025-05-011h 20
Functional Relations#29 - Enhance Your Supervision w/ Dr. Ellie KazemiIn this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss how to plan and structure supervision with Dr. Ellie Kazemi. 1 Supervision CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Dr. Kazemi’s book on supervision: https://www.springerpub.com/fieldwork-and-supervision-for-behavior-analysts-9780826188724.html Discount Code: AUTHOR30 Dr. Pat Friman Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyClJpztOSshttps://m.yout...
2025-04-011h 05
Functional Relations#28 - How YOU Can Bring ABA to Hospitals w/ Dr. Casey ClayIn this episode, Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Casey Clay about how behavior analysts can bring ABA to hospital settings. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Allen, K. D., Barone, V. J., & Kuhn, B. R. (1993). A behavioral prescription for promoting applied behavior analysis within pediatrics. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 26(4), 493-502. Friman, P...
2025-03-0159 min
Functional Relations#27 - The Future of ABA is Now: AI, VR, and Ethics w/ Dr. Ellie KazemiIn this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss new technology with Dr. Ellie Kazemi, and its implications for training, ethics, and the future of ABA. Bill Gates discussing the internet with Letterman in 1995: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBSLUbpJvwA&ab_channel=TheQuantumRecord To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Chang, A. A., Kazemi, E., Esmaeili, V., & Davies, M. S. (2024). The effectiveness of virtual reality training: A systematic review. Journal of Organizational Behavior Management, 44(3), 214-232. DiGennaro Reed, F. D., Blackman, A. L., Er...
2025-02-011h 02
Functional Relations#26 - Behavioral Economics for Real-World Interventions w/ Dr. Brent KaplanIn this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss using behavioral economics for real-world interventions with Dr. Brent Kaplan. Check out Dr. Kaplan’s Website to access copies of his publications, try out his behavioral-oriented software, and view other projects he’s working on: https://codedbx.com/ To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Kaplan, B. A. & Reed, D. D. (2012). The matching law: A tutorial for practitioners. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 4(2), 15-24. doi: 10.1007/BF03391780 Reed, D. D., Niileksela, C., & Kaplan, B. A. (2013). Behavioral econ...
2025-01-011h 05
Functional Relations#25 - Matching Law in Real-Life Interventions w/ Dr. Brent KaplanIn this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss using the matching law in real-life interventions with Dr. Brent Kaplan. Check out Dr. Kaplan’s Website to access copies of his publications, try out his behavioral-oriented software, and view other projects he’s working on: https://codedbx.com/ To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast. References: Kaplan, B. A. & Reed, D. D. (2012). The matching law: A tutorial for practitioners. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 4(2), 15-24. doi: 10.1007/BF03391780 Reed, D. D., Niileksela, C., & Kaplan, B. A. (2013). Behav...
2024-12-011h 06
Functional Relations#24 - Using Motivating Operations Like a Pro w/ Dr. Sarah FramptonIn this episode, Zach and Caleb talk with Dr. Sarah Frampton about teaching mands, “deprivation” as an ABA term, indicating responses, interrupting chaining procedures, and the ethics of mand training. Apply to learn from Dr. Frampton and others in the University Nebraska at Omaha ABA master’s program: https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-arts-and-sciences/psychology/academics/graduate-programs/aba-program/index.php Mand training role play scenario supplemental materials: https://static-content.springer.com/esm/art%3A10.1007%2Fs40617-024-00985-3/MediaObjects/40617_2024_985_MOESM1_ESM.docx To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon...
2024-11-011h 43
Functional Relations#23 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 2In Part 2 of a 2 part interview with Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman, Zach and Caleb discuss using radical behaviorism to set and accomplish goals. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Baum, W. M. (2017). Understanding behaviorism: Behavior, culture, and evolution. John Wiley & Sons. Catania, A. C. (1975). The myth of self-reinforcement. Behaviorism, 3(2), 192-199. ...
2024-10-011h 03
Functional Relations#22 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 1In Part 1 of a 2 part interview with Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman, Zach and Caleb discuss using radical behaviorism to set and accomplish goals. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Baum, W. M. (2017). Understanding behaviorism: Behavior, culture, and evolution. John Wiley & Sons. Catania, A. C. (1975). The myth of self-reinforcement. Behaviorism, 3(2), 192-199. ...
2024-09-011h 00
Functional Relations#21 - Using SPACE to Treat Childhood Anxiety w/ Dr. Shauna LynneIn this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss treating childhood anxiety through a parent training program called “SPACE” with Dr. Shauna Lynne. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: SPACE website - https://www.spacetreatment.net/ Dr. Shauna’s practice - https://www.newbridgetherapy.com O...
2024-08-011h 03
Functional RelationsNew Episode August 1st!On August 1st, 2024, Functional Relations Podcast returns! Zach and Caleb will be back with all new guests and a new website for immediately downloadable CE certificates too! www.functionalrelationspodcast.com
2024-07-2302 min
Functional RelationsS3E5 - The Supervisor Experience: Using ABA to Support Trainees w/ Dr. Diana Parry-Cruwys and Dr. Jackie MacDonaldIn the fifth episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss updated fieldwork requirements and recent research on systems for promoting successful fieldwork experiences with Dr. Diana Parry-Cruwys and Dr. Jackie MacDonald. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience. 1 supervision learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/fu...
2022-01-281h 13
Functional RelationsS3E4 - The Student Experience: Understanding SelectionismIn the fourth episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the concept of selectionism. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the student experience. No CEs are available for this episode. If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Catania, A. C. (2013). Learning (5th ed.). Cornwall on Hudson, NY: Sloan Publishing. Cooper, J. O., He...
2021-09-2739 min
Functional RelationsS3E3 - The Supervisor Experience: Delivering Thoughtful Feedback w/ Dr. Ellie KazemiIn the third episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss ways to thoughtfully deliver feedback that may inspire new performances with Dr. Ellie Kazemi. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience. 1 supervision learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out f...
2021-08-021h 05
Functional RelationsS3E2 - The Student Experience: Understanding DeterminismIn the second episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the concept of determinism. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the student experience. No CEs are available for this episode. If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: The Daily BA - I Didn't Know Her Circumstances w/ Pat F...
2021-06-1833 min
Functional RelationsS3E1 - The Supervisor Experience: Becoming an Effective Supervisor w/ Dr. Tyra SellersIn the first episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss the process of becoming an effective supervisor with Dr. Tyra Sellers. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience. 1 supervision learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: Zac...
2021-06-011h 04
Functional RelationsSeason 3: The ExperienceOn June 1st 2021, Functional Relations returns with Season 3! In Season 3, Zach and Caleb will be focusing on the supervision experience. There will be two types of episodes. The first type will be for BCBAs interested in Supervision CEs. The second type will be for trainees who are looking for supplemental study content.
2021-05-1503 min
Functional RelationsS2E8 - Social Interaction Preference Assessments w/ Dr. Casey ClayThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss social interaction preference assessments with Dr. Casey Clay. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com. If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: Dr. Clay has provided us with additional materials that can help us get started with running social interaction preference assessments. Click to download: Social interaction preference assessment s...
2020-10-1557 min
Functional RelationsS2E7 - Assessing and Treating Childhood Feeding Problems w/ Dr. Bill AhearnThis episode Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Bill Ahearn about his research and clinical work assessing and treating childhood feeding problems. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: Contact Dr. Ahearn directly with questions regarding feeding issues: bahearn@necc.org Zach is hiring Behavior Consultants for his...
2020-09-011h 03
Functional RelationsS2E6 - Anxiety and Autism w/ Dr. Keira MooreThis episode Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Keira Moore about her research and clinical work assessing and treating anxiety with individuals diagnosed with autism. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: Ways to learn more about Dr. Moore’s consulting company and her upcoming continuing education events:
2020-08-011h 10
Functional RelationsS2E5 - Teaching Problem Solving w/ Dr. Judah AxeThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss teaching problem solving with Dr. Judah Axe. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com. If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Axe, J. B., Phelan, S. H., & Irwin, C. L. (2019). Empirical evaluations of Skinner’s analysis of problem solving. The Analysis of Verbal Behavior, 35(1), 39-56. Frampton, S. E., & Alice Shillingsburg, M. (2018). Teaching children with autism to...
2020-07-021h 00
Functional RelationsS2E4 - Planning and Leading Effective Meetings w/ Dr. Linda LeBlancThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss how to plan and lead more effective meetings with Dr. Linda LeBlanc. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: LeBlanc Behavioral Consulting - http://www.lbehavioral.com/home.html Inside JABA series from Behavioral Observations - https://behavioralobservations.com/the-inaugural-inside-jaba-series-session-102-with-drs-leblanc-st-peter-and-tiger/
2020-06-011h 05
Functional RelationsS2E3 - Sleep Treatments w/ Dr. Keira MooreThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss research and clinical considerations regarding implementation of sleep treatments with Dr. Keira Moore. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: Download Dr. Hanley’s Sleep Assessment and Treatment Tool for free: https://practicalfunctionalassessment.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/satt.pdf Ways to learn more abou...
2020-05-011h 09
Functional RelationsS2E2 - Telehealth Considerations w/ Dr. Kelly SchieltzThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss research and considerations regarding the delivery of telehealth services with Dr. Kelly Schieltz. 1 FREE learning CE is available for this episode. You can "purchase" them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: Center for Connected Health Policy: https://www.cchpca.org References: Barretto, A., Wacker, D. P., Har...
2020-04-081h 03
Functional RelationsS2E1 - RUBI Parent Training w/ Dr. Karen BearssIn the first episode in the "From Research to Practice" themed Season 2, Zach and Caleb discuss parent training. They are joined by Dr. Karen Bearss to discuss the RUBI parent training system. 1 Learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: https://www.rubinetwork.org/ Buy the RUBI curriculum: https://gl...
2020-04-011h 02Functional RelationsSeason 2: "From Research to Practice"On April 1st, Functional Relations is back with Season 2! The theme for Season 2 is "From Research to Practice". The show is hosted by Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, MS, BCBA. You can visit us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or www.functionalrelationspodcast.com. Let's do this!
2020-03-2402 min
Functional RelationsS1E6 - Evidence-based Practice and Social Validity: Can We Have Both?This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the balance of social validity with empirically-supported interventions. They are joined by Dr. Pat Friman, Dr. Bob Ross, and Dr. Paulo Guilhardi. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes- 2.09, 4.01, 4.03, 4.06, 4.07, 6.02 https://www.bacb.com/wp...
2019-12-231h 58
Functional RelationsS1E5 - Ethics of Social Media: Perks and PitfallsThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of social media. They are joined by Dr. Amanda Kelly (Behaviorbabe) and Dr. Megan Miller (#DoBetter). 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes- 1.06, 8.0 https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/BACB-Compliance-Code-english_190318.pdf References: Kelly, M. P., Ma...
2019-12-011h 55
Functional RelationsS1E4 - Punishment and Its FalloutThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of punishment and implications for some often-used procedures (e.g., DRO or positive practice). They are joined by Dr. Joshua Jessel, Dr. Robert Ross, and Dr. Paulo Guilhardi. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes- 4.08, 4.09 https...
2019-11-141h 48
Functional RelationsS1E3 - "Follow-Through ABA": Impacts and finding alternativesThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of escape extinction and alternative procedures. They are joined by Dr. Megan Miller and Dr. Pat Friman. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: #Do Better Movement - https://www.facebook.com/groups/dobettermovement/ BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes- 2.09, 4.02, 4.09 https://www.ba...
2019-10-212h 00
Functional RelationsS1E2 - Ethics of Using (Or Not Using) Functional AnalysisThis episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of functional analysis. They are joined by Dr. SungWoo Kahng and Dr. Sarah Bloom. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from the episode: UPDATE ABOUT FA MANUAL: After recording this episode, Dr. Kahng sent along this reference to a recently published functional analysis manua...
2019-10-061h 47
Functional RelationsSpecial Episode - Top 3 Reasons to Support Professional Organizations (non-CE episode)This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the the top 3 reasons to support professional organizations. They are joined by Dr. Stacie Bancroft, the president of BABAT. No CEs are available for listening to this episode. To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast. Things to check out from the episode: https://babat.org/
2019-09-2939 min
Functional RelationsS1E1 - Can I Take That Glass of Water?This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics of accepting gifts. They are joined by Dr. Phil Chase and Dr. Paula Kenyon. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at www.functionalrelationspodcast.com. To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast. Things to check out from the episode: BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code - 1.06 https://www.bacb.com/ethics/ethics-code/ https://www.abaethicshotline.com/
2019-09-221h 56Functional RelationsComing Soon: Functional Relations PodcastOn September 22, a new ABA podcast, Functional Relations, will launch. The show is hosted by Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, MS, BCBA. You can visit us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or www.functionalrelationspodcast.com. Hope you enjoy!
2019-08-2601 min