Blades & Behavior

Blades & Behavior™️ is a behavioral sports psychology podcast exploring the psychology and behavioral aspects of high performance, mental performance, athlete mental health, coaching, and all things high-level sport.Each episode examines how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors show up under pressure, on the ice and in competition across all sports. From navigating mistakes and expectations to managing pressure in high-stakes moments, this podcast breaks down what actually drives performance when it counts.Grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis, Contextual Behavioral Science, and real-world experience, Blades & Behavior™️ delivers practical tools and honest conversations for athletes, coaches, and sport executives.While hockey is at the core of the show, the principles discussed apply across all sports and competitive environments.Hosted by Dr. Alicia Naser, Ph.D., Board Certified Behavior Analyst, the podcast draws on over a decad