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Skinner’s Locker RoomUnpacking the Science: Behavior Analysis in Sports and Beyond with guests Dr. Justin Leaf and Dr. Joe CihonWelcome to another engaging episode of Skinner's Locker Room. Join hosts Amy and Jimmy as they dive deep into the world of behavior analysis beyond autism, with a special focus on sports. Joining them are two esteemed guests, Dr. Justin Leaf and Dr. Joe Cihon, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conversation. In this episode, they explore the application of behavioral analysis in coaching, sports performance, and even team fandom.
Discover how behavioral principles are utilized to enhance coaching techniques, improve athletic performance, and understand the dynamics of sports fandom. The conversation also d...
2025-03-101h 09
It Has To Be SaidThe Artful Practitioner: Behavioral Artistry in ABAPreviously known as Rants with Justin & Joe, It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is a monthly podcast during which Justin, Joe, and their guests discuss topics that are pertinent to behavior analysis and intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Each episode involves an open and frank discussion about the topic. It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is available wherever you stream podcasts! Donations are appreciated (www.classy.org/give/237784). Your donation helps support research projects and free training products like our free 40 hour RBT training and 8 hour Supervisor training – every litt...
2024-10-171h 02It Has To Be SaidAnother Brick in the Wall: Challenges and Opportunities in Higher Education and Behavior AnalysisPreviously known as Rants with Justin & Joe, It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is a monthly podcast during which Justin, Joe, and their guests discuss topics that are pertinent to behavior analysis and intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Each episode involves an open and frank discussion about the topic. It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is available wherever you stream podcasts! Donations are appreciated (www.classy.org/give/237784). Your donation helps support research projects and free training products like our free 40 hour RBT training and 8 hour Supervisor tra...
2024-09-1959 minIt Has To Be SaidA Mentors JourneyPreviously known as Rants with Justin & Joe, It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is a monthly podcast during which Justin, Joe, and their guests discuss topics that are pertinent to behavior analysis and intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Each episode involves an open and frank discussion about the topic. It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is available wherever you stream podcasts! Donations are appreciated (www.classy.org/give/237784). Your donation helps support research projects and free training products like our free 40 hour RBT training and 8 hour Supervisor training – every litt...
2024-08-1358 minIt Has To Be SaidA Lifelong Journey: ABA and Support for Autistic AdultsPreviously known as Rants with Justin & Joe, It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is a monthly podcast during which Justin, Joe, and their guests discuss topics that are pertinent to behavior analysis and intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Each episode involves an open and frank discussion about the topic. It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is available wherever you stream podcasts! Donations are appreciated (www.classy.org/give/237784). Your donation helps support research projects and free training products like our free 40 hour RBT training and 8 hour Supervisor tra...
2024-07-1856 minIt Has To Be SaidAre Emergent Relations Really Emergent?Previously known as Rants with Justin & Joe, It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is a monthly podcast during which Justin, Joe, and their guests discuss topics that are pertinent to behavior analysis and intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Each episode involves an open and frank discussion about the topic. It Has to be Said with Justin & Joe is available wherever you stream podcasts! Donations are appreciated (www.classy.org/give/237784). Your donation helps support research projects and free training products like our free 40 hour RBT training and 8 hour Supervisor tra...
2024-06-2054 min2024-04-301h 05It Has To Be SaidThe PBAAC: Performance-Based Certification in Progressive ABADuring this episode we chat with Jessica Piazza and John McEachin. Jessica is the Project Manager for Certification for the Progressive Behavior Analyst Autism Council® (PBAAC®) and John is the President of the PBAAC. The PBAAC was established to provide credentials in the field of ABA as it applies to progressive intervention for individuals diagnosed with ASD. We ask Jessica and John about all things PBAAC including how it differs from other certifications in the field, what the future looks like for the PBAAC, and how others can learn more about the PBAAC and progressive ABA.
2024-03-2157 minIt Has To Be SaidNot the inverse of Social InvalidityDuring this episode we had the privilege to talk with Malika Pritchett. Malika is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. We discuss all thigs social validity and invalidity. More specifically we discuss what social invalidity is and is not, and, surprise, it is not just the inverse of social validity. CEU OBJECTIVES: Listeners will be able to define social validity and identify the process of assessing social validity. Listeners will be able to define social invalidity. Listeners will be abl...
2024-02-2258 minIt Has To Be SaidLet’s Talk About Sex – Part DeuxDuring this episode we had the privilege to talk with Jessica Cauchi. Jess is the director at Atlas Behavior Consultation and has over 25 years of experience using applied behaviour analysis to teach children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Jess’ passion in clinical work is driven by a need to provide highly individualized clinical services, in a respectful instructional format. She is most focused on the development of real-life skills, choose targets for teaching that will matter for her clients and help improve their short and long term quality of life. We chat with Jess about her...
2024-01-181h 01
Behaviour Speak with Ben ReimanEpisode 133: Meet The Cihons: Siblings in Science with Drs. Traci and Joe CihonIn Episode 133, Ben chats with brother and sister behaviour analysts and researchers, Drs. Joe and Traci Cihon. From their early years growing up in a blended family to working nights at the local watering hole the Cihons shared their origin stories of how they found behavior analysis, the directions they chose to go, and the many interactions with each other and many, many great behaviour analysts along the way including Shahla Alai-Rosdales, Nancy Neef, Justin Leaf, Mary Jane Weiss, Jesus Rosales-Ruiz, Sigrid Glenn, Janet Ellis and many more!
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2024-01-171h 47
Autism LiveThe Autism Partnership Foundation Hour 21 of the Autism Network Podcastathon In this hour Dr. Justin Leaf and Dr. Joe Cihon discuss what progressive ABA is, why it is important to implement progressive ABA, how to implement progressive ABA, and how to train professionals to implement progressive ABA. They will talk about how this approach can lead to meaningful and amazing outcomes for autistic/individuals diagnosed with ASD. They will also share the different research and training endeavors of Autism Partnership Foundation. Donate to APF Annual Giving (classy.org) Justin B. Leaf, Ph.D., CPBA-AP, BCBA-D
2023-06-0358 min
It Has To Be SaidLet’s Talk About SexThis month's episode will welcome Dr. Bobby Newman and Jessica Cauchi to discuss the topic of Let's Talk About Sex. Affectionately known as the Dark Overlord of ABA, Bobby is the first author on 13 books regarding applied behavior analysis, the philosophy of behaviorism, autism spectrum disorders, and utopian literature. He has published over two dozen articles in professional journals, as well as numerous popular magazine articles, and has hosted two series of radio call-in shows. Jessica is the Director of Atlas Behaviour Consultation and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She received her Master of Sci...
2021-07-0158 min
It Has To Be SaidDesigning Curriculum Vol. 2The 8th and final chapter of our second season is bringing back Christine Milne, Jeremy Leaf, and Jonathan Rafuse for another round of curriculum discussion! The panelists will expand on the previous discussion about the development of innovative curriculum for ABA-based intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with ASD. Like last time, the audience will be encouraged to ask our guests questions about the development and scope and sequence of curriculum. CEU OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at least one new approach to targeting learning how to le...
2021-05-2159 min
It Has To Be SaidWhat Does it Mean to be an Effective Advocate?Chapter 7 of Rants with Justin and Joe will feature special guest Amanda N Kelly (aka Behaviorbabe). Justin, Joe, and Amanda will chat about what it means to be an advocate. The discussion will include the conditions under which advocacy is commonly sought, the qualities that are important to be an effective advocate, and common challenges an advocate might encounter.Learning Objectives: 1. Following this podcast, the audience will identify three behavior analytic skills that an advocate needs to display when working with autistics/individuals diagnosed with ASD.2. Following this podcast, the audience will identify...
2021-05-1156 min
It Has To Be SaidClinical Supervision: Are you a supervisor, mentor, case manager, trainer or just directing the technician?Chapter 6 of Rants with Justin and Joe will feature special guest Melissa Saunders. During this Rants, Justin, Joe, and Melissa will discuss the complicated role of a behavior analyst providing supervision. Today’s supervision context for behavior analysts can be a complex endeavor creating many challenges for the supervising behavior analyst. The discussion will include challenges unique to behavior analysts providing supervision, tips to address these challenges and maximize the effectiveness of your supervision, and any questions from the live audience.CEU OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the...
2021-04-2458 min
It Has To Be SaidPast, Present, & Future: Experiences of Behavior Analysis Graduate StudentsChapter 5 of Rants with Justin and Joe will feature special guests Anna Dotson, Asim Javed, Danielle LaFrance, & Wes Lowery. Each of the guests will provide their unique experiences as being current and past graduate students of behavior analysis. Justin and Joe will ask the guests to provide any insight and advice for anyone interested in seeking a graduate degree in behavior analysis. Our special guests will also field any questions from the audience related to the graduate school experience.FREE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FOR A STUDENT! During this episode we will be selecting o...
2021-03-2555 min
It Has To Be SaidThe 2022 Ethics Code and Changes from Current DayChapter 4 of Rants with Justin and Joe will feature special guests, Mary Jane Weiss and Thomas Zane!! Justin, Joe, Mary Jane, and Tom will discuss the recent update to the BACB ethics code. Differences between the current code and the 2022 code will be highlighted as well as the BACB’s rationale for the changes. The panelists will also discuss ways in which the new code should influence ethical behavior of behavior analystsCEU OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the discussion the audience members will list the major components of the 2022 eth...
2021-03-161h 01It Has To Be SaidThe Value of Mentorship as a Leadership Skill in Behavior AnalysisSeason 3, Chapter 3 of Rants with Justin and Joe will feature special guests, Daniel Mendoza,Steve Foreman, and Sharon Trew! Justin, Joe, Daniel, Steve, and Sharon will discuss all thingsmentorship including tips for finding a mentor, maximizing the effectiveness of your mentorship,the development mentorship as a leadership skill, the role of mentorship in developing behavioranalysts with cultural humility, and any questions the live audience asks of the panelists.CEU OBJECTIVES1. At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at...
2021-02-271h 04
It Has To Be SaidMy Experience with Autism 2021The second chapter of our third season will feature a special guest appearance by Nicholas Liu,a former client at Autism Partnership Hong Kong. Justin and Joe will talk with Nicholas about hisexperience with autism and receiving behavior analytic intervention. Members of the audiencewill also be invited to ask Nicholas questions about his unique experience from diagnosis, totreatment, to adulthood.CEU OBJECTIVES1. At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify one barrier forwhich Nicholas attributes...
2021-02-1254 min
It Has To Be Said3 of 3 Responding to recent critiques about ABA found on social mediaThe first chapter of our third season will feature special guests Drs. John McEachin and Ron Leaf! During this chapter Justin and Joe will talk with John and Ron about their responses to recent (and past) critiques of ABA attendees are likely to come across on social media. The discussion will highlight concerns expressed from various sources, consider the importance of consumers judgements of goals and intervention selection, discuss balancing concerns with the right to effective behavioral treatment, and consider areas of overlap, reconciliation, and discourse.CEU OBJECTIVES
2021-01-2941 min
It Has To Be Said2 of 3 Responding to recent critiques about ABA found on social mediaThe first chapter of our third season will feature special guests Drs. John McEachin and Ron Leaf! During this chapter Justin and Joe will talk with John and Ron about their responses to recent (and past) critiques of ABA attendees are likely to come across on social media. The discussion will highlight concerns expressed from various sources, consider the importance of consumers judgements of goals and intervention selection, discuss balancing concerns with the right to effective behavioral treatment, and consider areas of overlap, reconciliation, and discourse.CEU OBJECTIVES
2021-01-291h 05
It Has To Be Said1 of 3 Responding to recent critiques about ABA found on social mediaThe first chapter of our third season will feature special guests Drs. John McEachin and Ron Leaf! During this chapter Justin and Joe will talk with John and Ron about their responses to recent (and past) critiques of ABA attendees are likely to come across on social media. The discussion will highlight concerns expressed from various sources, consider the importance of consumers judgements of goals and intervention selection, discuss balancing concerns with the right to effective behavioral treatment, and consider areas of overlap, reconciliation, and discourse.CEU OBJECTIVES
2021-01-2957 minIt Has To Be SaidDesigning CurriculumThe sixth and final chapter of our second season will feature guests Christine Milne, Jeremy Leaf, and Jonathan Rafuse! Justin and Joe will discuss the development of innovative curriculum for ABA-based intervention for autistics/individuals diagnosed with ASD with Christine, Jeremy, and Jon. The audience will be encouraged to ask our guests questions about the development and scope and sequence of curriculum. CEU OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at least one new approach to targeting learning how to learn skills fo...
2020-12-171h 32It Has To Be SaidMy Experience with AutismThe fifth chapter of our second season will feature a special guest appearance by Noah Russell (https://anchor.fm/thebondman007/support)! Justin and Joe will talk with Noah about his unique experience with autism. Members of the audience will be invited to ask Noah questions about his experience and any misconceptions about autism.CEU OBJECTIVES1. At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at least one misconception about autism.2. At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at least on...
2020-12-0256 minIt Has To Be SaidCutural humailty and related topicsThe fourth chapter of our second season will feature a special guestappearance by Patricia Wright & Elizabeth Fong! During this chapter Justin,Joe, Patricia, and Elizabeth will discuss cultural humility and other relatedtopics (e.g., diversity, social justice). Audience members will be encouragedto join in the discussion by asking questions for the panel to discuss.Challenges and pathways forward related to cultural humility, diversity, andinclusion will be highlighted during the discussion.CEU OBJECTIVES1.At the...
2020-11-181h 32It Has To Be SaidOne world view to rule them allThe second chapter of our second season will feature a special guest appearance by Tom Zane, Ph.D., BCBA-D! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Tom will discuss how competing worldviews may result in behavior analysts using nonbehavioral treatments. Throughout the discussion the panelists will define “worldview,” outline a radical behaviorist worldview, and highlight examples of worldviews that may be incompatible or directly conflict with radical behaviorism as well as the effect of those worldviews on practicing behavior analysts.CEU OBJECTIVES1. At the completion of the discussion...
2020-11-041h 32It Has To Be SaidAutism Treatment & Big BusinessAbstract:The first chapter of our second season will feature a special guest appearance by Sarah Trautman, M.A., BCBA ! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Sarah will discuss autism treatment in the age of big business. The panelists will take a deep dive into how big business is affecting autism intervention while inviting questions for the audience.Learning Objectives:
At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify what big business is as it relates to autism intervention.
At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at least two...
2020-10-211h 32It Has To Be SaidThe Benefits and Pitfalls of Social MediaThe first chapter of our second season will feature a special guest appearance by Ryan O’Donnell, M.S., BCBA (www.thedailyba.com)! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Ryan will discuss applied behavior analysis and autism intervention in the age of social media. The hosts will provide their perspectives on benefits and pitfalls about the relationship between social media, applied behavior analysis, and autism intervention. CEU OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the discussion the audience members will identify at least two benefits related to applied behavior analysis and social medi...
2020-10-071h 32It Has To Be SaidAutism and Adulthood: Preparing to Master AdultingThis next chapter has a special guest appearances by Dr. Peter Gerhardt and Amy Gravino (www.AmyGravino.com)! During this chapter Justin, Joe, Peter, and Amy will discuss autism and adulthood. The discussion will include the empirical research for adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder ASD, developing meaningful interventions, identifying appropriate goals, and transitions across the lifespan.
2020-09-041h 01It Has To Be SaidColoniality, Diversity, & Social Justice in ABAThis next chapter has a special guest appearance by the amazing Dr. Malika Pritchett! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Malika will discuss coloniality, diversity, and social justice as it relates to applied behavior analysis (ABA). The discussion will include the applied nature of ABA, human rights trends in a prominent behavior analytic journal, considerations of coloniality within ABA, and diversity within and outside of ABA.
2020-09-041h 01It Has To Be SaidCollaboration is Key!This next chapter has a special guest appearance by the amazing Dr. Mary Jane Weiss! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Mary Jane will discuss collaborating as a behavior analyst in multidisciplinary teams. The discussion will include difficulties when collaborating with professionals not sharing a behavior analytic worldview, perceptions of BCBAs from other professionals in multidisciplinary teams, and additional collaboration challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-09-041h 01It Has To Be SaidFact or Fiction: Ivar Lovaas and the UCLA Young Autism ProjectThis next chapter has a special guest appearance by the one and only Dr. Ronald Leaf! Ron Leaf was an instrumental part of the UCLA Young Autism Project and the 1987 outcome study. During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Ron will discuss what happened at the UCLA Young Autism Project and what it was like working with Ivar Lovaas. In doing so we will also be dispelling some common myths about UCLA, Lovaas, and behavioral intervention. The three co-hosts will also discuss how current intervention compares to past intervention and ways to continue to improve the field of ABA and...
2020-09-041h 01It Has To Be SaidA Critical Review Of Acceptance & Commitment TrainingThis next chapter has a special guest appearance by our very own research rockstar Julia Ferguson! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Julia will discuss and critically evaluate Acceptance and Commitment Training from a behavior analytic perspective. This discussion will include a sneak peek at the results of a literature review that is currently under review in a peer reviewed behavior analytic journal. The hosts will provide their perspectives, concerns, and pathways forward with respect to Acceptance and Commitment Training and behavior analysis.
2020-09-041h 01It Has To Be SaidThis Week On Social MediaThis next chapter has a special guest appearance by the one and only Dr. Bob Ross! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Bob will discuss current and past posts on social media related to behavior analysis and intervention for individuals diagnosed with ASD. The hosts will provide their unique perspective on the state of social media, ethical challenges that occur with social media, and how to approach posts on social media with skepticism.
2020-09-0458 minIt Has To Be SaidHuman Rights, The Big 4, Abolition and ColonialityThis next chapter has a special guest appearance by Dr. Shahla Ala’i! During this chapter Justin, Joe, and Shahla will take a deep dive into a variety of topics related to human rights, the Big 4, abolition and coloniality.
2020-08-121h 05It Has To Be SaidSome perspectives of ABA as it relates to ASDThis next chapter has a special guest appearances by Dr. Melissa Olive (www.appliedbehavioralstrategies.com) and Mx. Oswin Latimer (www.divergentminds.org)! During this chapter Justin, Joe, Melissa, and Oswin will discuss their experiences and perspectives on ABA as it relates to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The discussion will include each panelists unique experience with ABA as well as asking our guests how being an autistic trans man or guardian of an individual diagnosed with autism has influenced their perspectives on ABA.
2020-07-2238 min