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Functional Relations
Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, PhD, BCBA-D
Fréquence : 1 épisode/54j. Total Éps: 46

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#37 - Pavlovian Conditioning for the Applied Behavior Analyst w/ Dr. Michael Domjan
Épisode 37
lundi 1 décembre 2025 • Durée 01:24:59
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 purchase them 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
Things to check out from the episode:
Dr. Domjan's Youtube channel:
Introduction to Learning and Behavior: Key Concepts
Dr. Domjan's textbooks discussed during the episode:
The Essentials of Conditioning and Learning, Fifth Edition
Amazon.com: The Principles of Learning and Behavior: 9781285088563: Domjan, Michael P.: Books
References:
- Breland, K., & Breland, M. (1961). The misbehavior of organisms. American psychologist, 16(11), 681.
- Groves, P. M., & Thompson, R. F. (1970). Habituation: a dual-process theory. Psychological review, 77(5), 419.
- Skinner, B. F. (1965). Science and human behavior (No. 92904). Simon and Schuster.
- Weinert, C., Maier, C., Laumer, S., & Weitzel, T. (2022). Repeated IT Interruption: Habituation and Sensitization of User Responses. Journal of Management Information Systems, 39(1), 187–217.
- Wolpe, J., Brady, J. P., Serber, M., Agras, W. S., & Liberman, R. P. (1973). The current status of systematic densitization. American Journal of Psychiatry, 130(9), 961-965.
#36 - Did Skinner Meditate? Behaviorism Meets Contemplative Living w/ David Roth
Épisode 36
samedi 1 novembre 2025 • Durée 01:32:29
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 library of CEs and access exclusive behind the scenes content for $79/yr. https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com/subscription/membership
Things to check out from the episode:
- David Roth's Podcast w/ Dr. David Palmer: Dialogues on Verbal Behavior - Podcast - Apple Podcasts
- Consider checking out the work of the B.F. Skinner Foundation:
B. F. SKINNER FOUNDATION – Better Behavioral Science for a More Humane World - Link to BF Skinner Foundation bookstore to purchase Reflections on Behaviorism and Society: Behaviorism and Society: https://www.bfskinner.org/product/reflections-on-behaviorism-and-society-extended-edition/
- Link to pdf for Mindfulness in Plain English: https://cdn.bookey.app/files/pdf/book/en/mindfulness-in-plain-english.pdf
- David's ResearchGate publication profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/David_Roth11?ev=hdr_xprf
- Link to Skinner's article What Religion Means to Me: https://secularhumanism.org/1987/04/what-religion-means-to-me/
David Roth gifted 50 of our listeners 3 free months of Sam Harris's Wake Up meditation app.
Promo code: WU7A-6C28129A2A
Redeem: wakingup.com/redeem
This unlocks full access to the Waking Up app, including:
- 28-day introductory course
- Robust library of guided meditations
- In-depth talks on philosophy, science, and more
- Conversations with leading scholars and teachers
References:
- Gunaratana, B. H. (2010). Mindfulness in plain English. ReadHowYouWant. com.
- Hanh, T. N. (2012). Old Path White Clouds: The Life Story of the Buddha. Random House.
- Skinner, B.F. (1980). Notebooks, B.F. Skinner. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc
- Skinner, B. F. (1987). What religion means to me.
#27 - The Future of ABA is Now: AI, VR, and Ethics w/ Dr. Ellie Kazemi
Épisode 27
samedi 1 février 2025 • Durée 01:02:46
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, 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., Erath, T. G., Brand, D., & Novak, M. D. (2018). Guidelines for using behavioral skills training to provide teacher support. Teaching Exceptional Children, 50(6), 373-380.
Hineline, P. N. (1983). When we speak of knowing. The Behavior Analyst, 6(2), 183.
Lotfizadeh, A. D., McCoy, E., & Kazemi, E. (2024). Robots as behavior change agents: Can robots teach behavior technicians to implement differential reinforcement?. Behavior Analysis: Research and Practice.
Shapiro, M., & Kazemi, E. (2017). A review of training strategies to teach individuals implementation of behavioral interventions. Journal of Organizational Behavior Management, 37(1), 32-62.
#26 - Behavioral Economics for Real-World Interventions w/ Dr. Brent Kaplan
Épisode 26
mercredi 1 janvier 2025 • Durée 01:05:29
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 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 economics: A tutorial for behavior analysts in practice. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 6, 34-54. doi: 10.1007/BF03391790
#25 - Matching Law in Real-Life Interventions w/ Dr. Brent Kaplan
Épisode 25
dimanche 1 décembre 2024 • Durée 01:06:38
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 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 economics: A tutorial for behavior analysts in practice. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 6, 34-54. doi: 10.1007/BF03391790
#24 - Using Motivating Operations Like a Pro w/ Dr. Sarah Frampton
Épisode 24
vendredi 1 novembre 2024 • Durée 01:43:54
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 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.com/functionalrelationspodcast.
References:
Frampton, S. E., Davis, C. R., Meleshkevich, O., & Axe, J. B. (2024). A Clinical Tutorial on Methods to Capture and Contrive Establishing Operations to Teach Mands. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-13.
Frampton, S. E., Axe, J. B., Davis, C. R., Meleshkevich, O., & Li, M. H. (2024). A tutorial on indicating responses and their importance in mand training. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-12.
Shafer, E. (1995). A review of interventions to teach a mand repertoire. The Analysis of Verbal Behavior, 12, 53-66.
#23 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 2
Épisode 23
mardi 1 octobre 2024 • Durée 01:03:50
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 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.
Peterson, S. M., Aljadeff-Abergel, E., Eldridge, R. R., VanderWeele, N. J., & Acker, N. S. (2021). Conceptualizing self-determination from a behavioral perspective: The role of choice, self-control, and self-management. Journal of Behavioral Education, 30, 299-318.
Skinner, B. F. (1984). Selection by consequences. Behavioral and brain sciences, 7(4), 477-481.
#22 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 1
Épisode 22
dimanche 1 septembre 2024 • Durée 01:00:27
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 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.
Peterson, S. M., Aljadeff-Abergel, E., Eldridge, R. R., VanderWeele, N. J., & Acker, N. S. (2021). Conceptualizing self-determination from a behavioral perspective: The role of choice, self-control, and self-management. Journal of Behavioral Education, 30, 299-318.
Skinner, B. F. (1984). Selection by consequences. Behavioral and brain sciences, 7(4), 477-481.
#21 - Using SPACE to Treat Childhood Anxiety w/ Dr. Shauna Lynne
Épisode 21
jeudi 1 août 2024 • Durée 01:03:38
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 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
Our new website - https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com
References:
Lebowitz, E. R., & Majdick, J. M. (2020). SPACE, Parent-Based Treatment for Childhood and Adolescent Anxiety: Clinical Case Illustration. Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy, 34(2).
Lebowitz, E. R., Marin, C., Martino, A., Shimshoni, Y., & Silverman, W. K. (2020). Parent-based treatment as efficacious as cognitive-behavioral therapy for childhood anxiety: A randomized noninferiority study of supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 59(3), 362-372.
Lebowitz, E. R., Omer, H., Hermes, H., & Scahill, L. (2014). Parent training for childhood anxiety disorders: The SPACE program. Cognitive and behavioral practice, 21(4), 456-469.
Rozenblat, S., Shimshoni, Y., Lebowitz, E. R., Perez, M., & Koller, J. (2023). A pilot trial of SPACE (Supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions) in autism. Child Psychiatry & Human Development, 1-15.
Storch, E. A., Guzick, A. G., Ayton, D. M., Palo, A. D., Kook, M., Candelari, A. E., ... & Goodman, W. K. (2024). Randomized trial comparing standard versus light intensity parent training for anxious youth. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 173, 104451.
New Episode August 1st!
mardi 23 juillet 2024 • Durée 02:06
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









