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Functional Relations

by Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, PhD, BCBA-D

An ABA podcast where Dr. Zachary Bird and Dr. Caleb Davis set aside time to have engaging conversation with experts in the field of behavior analysis to explore topics like ethics of functional analysis, effective supervision practices, translating research to practice, and others.BACB, IBAO, and QABA CEUs are available for listeners. To purchase, visit www.functionalrelationspodcast.comTo deliver social praise or aversive stimulation, you can email us at [email protected]

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Episodes

  1. #47 - Procrastination from a Behavioral Perspective w/ Dr. Zach Bird

    In this episode, Caleb interviews Zach about his research and publication on procrastination and discusses the applied application of the results. 1 General CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a…

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  2. #46 - Pavlovian Conditioning in the Classroom? w/ Dr. Rick Colombo

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss a recent publication on Pavlovian Conditioning in classroom w/ Dr. Rick Colombo. 1 General CEU (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...

  3. #45 - Spreading the Science: Radical Behaviorism for All w/ Dr. Matt Normand

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss a recent paper on radical behaviorism and the dissemination of those ideas with Dr. Matt Normand. 1.5 General CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member to...

  4. #44 - Leveling Up the Respondent-Operant Distinction w/ Dr. Michael Domjan

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss the distinction between operant and respondent behavior with Dr. Michael Domjan. 1.5 General CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member to get access to…

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  5. #43 - Analyzing Complex Teacher-Student Interactions w/ Dr. Corey Stocco and Molly Dwyer

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss analyzing teacher-student interactions with Dr. Corey Stocco (BCBA-D) and Molly Dwyer (BCBA). 1.5 General CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member to get...

  6. #42 - The Status of Radical Behaviorism w/ Dr. Bill Ahearn

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss a recent publication on the status of radical behaviorism with Dr. Bill Ahearn. 1 General CEU (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...

  7. #41 - Student Episode: 7 Dimensions of ABA

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the 7 dimensions of applied behavior analysis from the 1968 article "Some Current Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis" by Baer, Wolf, & Risley. This covers A.5. of the BCBA Test Content Outline (6th ed). No CEs are...

  8. #40 - Rethinking How We Teach Tacts w/ Dr. Judah Axe

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss rethinking how we approach teaching tacts w/ Dr. Judah Axe. 0.5 Ethic/0.5 General CEU (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...

  9. #39 - The Science of Positive Culture Building w/ Dr. Bruce Tinor

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss practices that support building positive cultures within educational settings with Dr. Bruce Tinor. 1 Supervision CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member…

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  10. #38 - Can I Take That $11 Gift Card? w/ Dr. Paula Kenyon

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss the BACB ethics codes related to giving gifts, accepting gifts, and multiple relationships with Dr. Paula Kenyon. 1 Ethics CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become…

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  11. #37 - Pavlovian Conditioning for the Applied Behavior Analyst w/ Dr. Michael Domjan

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss respondent concepts such as habituation, sensitization, and Pavlovian conditioning with Dr. Michael Domjan, and how these processes are relevant in applied clinical practice. 1.5 CEUs (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) are available for this episode. You can…

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  12. #36 - Did Skinner Meditate? Behaviorism Meets Contemplative Living w/ David Roth

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss a behavior analytic interpretation of contemplative practices with David Roth. 1.5 CEUs (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member to get access to our entire...

  13. #35 - Ethics of AI in behavioral services w/ Dr. David Cox

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb are joined by Dr. David Cox and discuss the ethics surrounding the use of AI in the delivery of behavioral services. 1 Ethics CEU (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a...

  14. #34 - Feedback and Leadership w/ Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni

    In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss feedback and leadership with Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni. 1.5 Supervision CEs (BACB, IBAO, and/or QABA) are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com Become a member to get access to our entire library of…

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  15. #33 - Student Episode: Mentalism vs Radical Behaviorism

    In 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…

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  16. #32 - Is Private Equity Good for ABA? w/ Dr. Cody Morris

    In 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...

  17. #31 - Challenging the 4-Function Worldview w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman

    In 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...

  18. #30 - Cultural Selection and Living a Good Life w/ Dr. Dave Palmer

    In 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...

  19. #29 - Enhance Your Supervision w/ Dr. Ellie Kazemi

    In 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…

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  20. #28 - How YOU Can Bring ABA to Hospitals w/ Dr. Casey Clay

    In 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…

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  21. #27 - The Future of ABA is Now: AI, VR, and Ethics w/ Dr. Ellie Kazemi

    In 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,...

  22. #26 - Behavioral Economics for Real-World Interventions w/ Dr. Brent Kaplan

    In 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...

  23. #25 - Matching Law in Real-Life Interventions w/ Dr. Brent Kaplan

    In 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...

  24. #24 - Using Motivating Operations Like a Pro w/ Dr. Sarah Frampton

    In 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...

  25. #23 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 2

    In 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...

  26. #22 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 1

    In 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...

  27. #21 - Using SPACE to Treat Childhood Anxiety w/ Dr. Shauna Lynne

    In 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...

  28. New 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

  29. S3E5 - The Supervisor Experience: Using ABA to Support Trainees w/ Dr. Diana Parry-Cruwys and Dr. Jackie MacDonald

    In 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...

  30. S3E4 - The Student Experience: Understanding Selectionism

    In 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…

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  31. S3E3 - The Supervisor Experience: Delivering Thoughtful Feedback w/ Dr. Ellie Kazemi

    In 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...

  32. S3E2 - The Student Experience: Understanding Determinism

    In 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...

  33. S3E1 - The Supervisor Experience: Becoming an Effective Supervisor w/ Dr. Tyra Sellers

    In 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...

  34. Season 3: The Experience

    On 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...

  35. S2E8 - Social Interaction Preference Assessments w/ Dr. Casey Clay

    This 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...

  36. S2E7 - Assessing and Treating Childhood Feeding Problems w/ Dr. Bill Ahearn

    This 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...

  37. S2E6 - Anxiety and Autism w/ Dr. Keira Moore

    This 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…

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  38. S2E5 - Teaching Problem Solving w/ Dr. Judah Axe

    This 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…

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  39. S2E4 - Planning and Leading Effective Meetings w/ Dr. Linda LeBlanc

    This 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…

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  40. S2E3 - Sleep Treatments w/ Dr. Keira Moore

    This 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...

  41. S2E2 - Telehealth Considerations w/ Dr. Kelly Schieltz

    This 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...

  42. S2E1 - RUBI Parent Training w/ Dr. Karen Bearss

    In 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...

  43. Season 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!

  44. S1E6 - 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...

  45. S1E5 - Ethics of Social Media: Perks and Pitfalls

    This 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...

  46. S1E4 - Punishment and Its Fallout

    This 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...

  47. S1E3 - "Follow-Through ABA": Impacts and finding alternatives

    This 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...

  48. S1E2 - Ethics of Using (Or Not Using) Functional Analysis

    This 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…

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  49. Special 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...

  50. S1E1 - 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...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

An ABA podcast where Dr. Zachary Bird and Dr. Caleb Davis set aside time to have engaging conversation with experts in the field of behavior analysis to explore topics like ethics of functional analysis, effective supervision practices, translating research to practice, and others.BACB, IBAO, and QABA CEUs are available for listeners. To purchase, visit www.functionalrelationspodcast.comTo deliver social praise or aversive stimulation, you can email us at [email protected]

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Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, PhD, BCBA-D

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