Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman
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5 days ago
5 days ago
This conversation explores the development of the first graduate-level Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) program at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Florida A&M University. The discussion highlights the importance of HBCUs in addressing the educational needs of African-American students, the collaborative efforts of faculty and community members, and the program's commitment to inclusivity and cultural perspectives in behaviour analysis. The team emphasizes the significance of practicum partnerships, research opportunities, and support for international students, aiming to create a diverse and accessible ABA program that meets the needs of underrepresented communities.
This project would not be possible without the support of :
Dr. Jermaine Robertson, FAMU Psychology
Dr. Valencia E. Matthews, FAMU, CSSAH
Dr. Allyson Watson, FAMU Provost
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Contact:
Dr. Neico Slater Sa-Ra
Website
https://www.drslatersara.com/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/neico-slater-sa-ra-ph-d-509728187
Dr. Sharlyn Crump
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sharlyn-crump-bcba-iba-lba-232a4a6a
https://www.bestabaprogram.com/
Tia Glover
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiadglover/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/tiagloverbehavioralhealth/
https://www.instagram.com/tia_dann/?hl=en
Adrienne Bradley
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-bradley-m-ed-bcba-lba-2845aa180
Instagran
https://www.instagram.com/xoxo.contingencynerd/
My interview with Adrienne
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/
Links:
Florida A&M University Psychology
https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/index.php
Black Men in Behavior Analysis
https://bmbanetwork.org/
IMHOTEP Conference
https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/imhotep.php
International Behavior Analyst Organization
https://theibao.com/
Savannah State University Behavior Analysis Program
https://savannahstate.edu/programs/behavior-analysis/
Association for Professional Behavior Analysts
https://www.apbahome.net/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 223: Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-223-building-community-in-behavior-analysis-with-dr-jewel-parham/
Episode 171: Empowering Black Voices in Autism Research with Dr. Brian Boyd
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-171-empowering-black-voices-in-autism-research/ with Dr. Brian Boyd
Episode 98: Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/
Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/
Episode 76: The Next Generation of Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis with Adrienne Bradleyhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/
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Friday Sep 26, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
In this episode, Rea Vuksan shares her journey from Canada to Croatia, where she has dedicated her career to disseminating Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) in a region where it is still developing. She discusses the importance of mentorship in her career, the challenges faced in autism services in Croatia, and the cultural responsiveness required in her practice. Rea also highlights her work in Montenegro, where she has trained thousands of professionals in ABA, and her current efforts in Denmark to further expand the reach of ABA. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the need for trust and understanding in working with families and the importance of adapting practices to fit cultural contexts.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n5iPr5mL5Ko
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LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rea-vuksan-09891844/?originalSubdomain=hr
Links:
Dr. Anne Cummings
https://obituaries.thestar.com/obituary/anne-cummings-1088206454
Surrey Place Center
https://www.surreyplace.ca/
Brock University
https://brocku.ca/programs/graduate/mads/
Rosemary Condillac
https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-disability-studies/people-in-the-department/rosemary-condillac/
Nirvana Kos
https://abacroatia.com/

Friday Sep 19, 2025
Friday Sep 19, 2025
Este es el primer episodio de muchos que contará con diferentes presentadores entrevistando a invitados en sus propios idiomas para amplificar voces y perspectivas en todo el mundo. En nuestro primer episodio, una de mis colegas de CBI Consultants, Natalia Florez, entrevista a la analista de conducta colombiana Johanna Ávila Meza sobre el análisis de conducta en Colombia. Johanna habla sobre el excelente trabajo que realiza con ABA Pro Columbia para capacitar a profesionales para que puedan obtener su certificación internacional en análisis de conducta. Johanna comparte información sobre su nuevo libro, su próxima conferencia sobre ABA en Colombia y mucho más.
This is the first episode of many that will feature different hosts interviewing guests in their own languages to amplify voices and perspectives across the globe. In our first episode, one of my colleagues here at CBI Consultants, Natalia Florez, interviews Colombian behaviour analyst Johanna Avila Meza on the topic of behaviour analysis in Colombia. Johanna discusses the great work she is doing with ABA Pro Columbia to train professionals so they can qualify for their international behaviour analyst certification. Johanna shares information about her new book, her upcoming conference on ABA in Colombia, and more!
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CBA: 0.5 Diversidad Cultural/Cultural Diversity
Contacto/Contact
SERVIMEDAS
Instagram: @servimedas_sas
Pagina web: www.servimedas.com.co
ABA PRO COLOMBIA
Instagram: @aba_pro_colombia
Pagina web: www.abaprocolombia.com
Natalia Flórez Marín
https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalia-fl%C3%B3rez-mar%C3%ADn-943914104/
Links:
International Behavior Analysis Organization
https://theibao.com/
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Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Salma Abdelrahmanabdalla shares her inspiring journey as an international behaviour analyst, childhood coach and consultant. She discusses her multicultural upbringing, educational background, and the importance of culturally responsive behaviour analysis. Salma highlights the challenges faced by autism services in Sudan, especially in the wake of war, and emphasizes the need for systemic change and community-driven solutions. Her vision for the future includes rebuilding autism infrastructure in Sudan, advocating for neurodiversity, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential and thrive.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xkbWLfxijDo
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https://neurobloomconsulting.com/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/salma_abdelrahmanabdalla_phd/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/salma-abdelrahmanabdalla-84a443372/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 78: The Lived Experiences of Syrian Refugee Parents of Autistic Children with Abdullah Bernier
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-78-the-lived-experiences-of-syrian-refugee-parents-of-autistic-children-with-abdullah-bernier/
Episode 94: Behaviour Analysis in Lebanon and Qatar with Rola El-Annan
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-94-behaviour-analysis-in-lebanon-and-qatar-with-rola-el-annan-med-bcba/
Episode 139 Addressing Trauma Amid War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzoukhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/
Episode 228: The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-228-the-nubian-egyptian-behaviour-analyst-with-nehal-siam-mped-bcba-rba-ont/

Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Jessica Sangiq Ullrich shares her journey as a tribal citizen of the Nome Eskimo community in Alaska, discussing her background, the significance of cultural identity, and the impact of intergenerational trauma on Indigenous communities. She emphasizes the importance of connectedness in promoting Indigenous well-being and highlights her research methodology, which focuses on community engagement and spirituality. Jessica advocates for language preservation and community workshops as essential tools for healing and empowerment, ultimately envisioning a future where Indigenous communities thrive through cultural practices and interconnectedness.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5k6TZAxZWMI
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Contact:
https://ireach.wsu.edu/people/jessica-saniguq-ullrich/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-saniguq-ullrich-302896213/
Links:
The Institute for Research and Education Advancing Community Health (iREACH)
https://ireach.wsu.edu/
The Nome Eskimo Community
https://www.necalaska.org/
Native Village of Wales
https://kawerak.org/our-region/wales/
Láaganaay Tsiits Git’anee
https://nationalfolklifenetwork.org/liz-medicine-crow/
Articles Referenced:
Ullrich, J. S. (2019). For the love of our children: an Indigenous connectedness framework. AlterNative: An International Journal of Indigenous Peoples, 15(2), 121-130. https://doi.org/10.1177/1177180119828114
Chase, Y.E., Ullrich, J.S. A Connectedness Framework: Breaking the Cycle of Child Removal for Black and Indigenous Children. Int. Journal on Child Malt. 5, 181–195 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42448-021-00105-6
Wesner, C. A., Around Him, D., Ullrich, J. S., Martin, L., Denmark, N., Russette, H., Lee, K. S., Sarche, M., Asdigian, N. L., Barnes-Najor, J., Whitesell, N. R., & the Tribal Early Childhood Research Center Early Relational Wellbeing Community of Learning. (2025). Co-creating a conceptual model of Indigenous relational wellbeing in early childhood: Planting seeds of connectedness. Infant Mental Health Journal, 46, 115–132. https://doi.org/10.1002/imhj.22149
Ullrich, J. S., Young, J. C., Wilbur, R. E., Nguyen, T., Johnston, P., White, L. F., Bright, J., Contreras, A., Alowa, E., & Tobuk, L. (2025). “It Makes My Heart Smile When I Hear Them Say, ‘Hi Grandpa, We’re Home!’”: Relationality, Alaska Native Wellbeing and Self Determination in Tribal Child Protection. Genealogy, 9(3), 85. https://doi.org/10.3390/genealogy9030085
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 220 Decolonizing Mental Health with Dr. Julie Smith Yliniemi
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-220-decolonizing-mental-health-with-dr-julie-smith-yliniemi/
Episode 210 Indigenous Cultural Revitalization with Dr. Haley Shea
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-210-indigenous-cultural-revitalization-with-dr-haley-shea/
Episode 182 Healing The Disconnect: Culture, Climate, and Community with Dr. Emma Elliott
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-182-healing-the-disconnect-culture-climate-and-community/
Episode 177 The Arctic Rose Foundation with Susan Aglukark
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-177-susan-aglukark-and-the-arctic-rose-foundation/
Episode 150 Education Is The New Buffalo: Healing and Wellness for the Piikani Blackfoot People with Angela Grier
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-150-education-is-the-new-buffalo-healing-and-wellness-for-the-piikani-blackfoot-people/

Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Episode 229: Behavior Analysis in Kyrgyzstan with Dr. Anastasiia Iun
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Anastasiia Iun shares her journey from Kyrgyzstan to becoming a licensed psychologist in Alaska. She discusses her diverse experiences in psychology, including her work in behavior analysis and school psychology. Anastasiia emphasizes the importance of understanding systems in mental health and the challenges faced byparents of children with special needs in Kyrgyzstan. She highlights the emergence of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in her home country and its impact on parenting stress and social emotional development. Dr. Joon shares her response to the Russian-Ukrainian war, detailing her efforts to provide free training and support to the community.
Links to Dr. Iun's FREE training for Russian Speakers:
Ссылки на БЕСПЛАТНОЕ обучение доктора Юна для русскоговорящих:
https://www.abapsy.com/abapsy-podcast
https://www.abapsy.com/abapsy-podcast
https://www.youtube.com/@abapsy
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Contact:
Dr. Anastasiia Iun
https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/academics/college-of-arts-and-sciences/departments/psychology/faculty/iun.cshtml
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasiiaiun/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 216 Behavior Analysis in Slovenia With Majia Simnjanovskil
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-216-behavior-analysis-in-slovenia-with-maja-simnjanovski/
Episode 191 Behavior Analysis in Belarus with Hanna Kalinouskaya
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/
Episode 184 Behavior Analysis In Ukraine with Alla Moskalets
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Episode 175 Autism in Serbia with Dr. Marjia Colic
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-175-autism-in-serbia-with-dr-marija-colic/

Friday Aug 15, 2025
Friday Aug 15, 2025
In this conversation, Nehal discusses her experiences with cultural heritage, language loss, and the importance of preserving Nubian identity. She reflects on her family's history in Egypt, the challenges of maintaining cultural ties in a new country, and the efforts to revitalize the Nubian language. Nehal also shares her journey as a behaviour analyst, influenced by her brother's autism. She discusses the stigma surrounding autism, the challenges faced by immigrant families, and the importance of advocacy. The conversation highlights the significance of cultural humility in education and the need for community support in preserving cultural identities.
Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/dj7YyXh6F5A
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Contact:
Nehal Siam
https://durhamcollege.ca/faculty/nehal-siam
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehal-siam-22b64663/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 207 Language, Learning and Culture in the Quechua Community with Jessica Huancacuri
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/language-learning-and-culture-in-the-quechua-community-with-jessica-huancacuri/
Episode 136 on Antiracism in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Sonia Levy
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-136-from-bias-to-balance-antiracism-in-behavior-analysis-with-sonia-levy-phd-bcba/
Episode 15 Behavior Analysis in Egypt with Radwa Eltanab
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-15-behaviour-analysis-egypt-with-radwa-eltanab-msc-bcba/

Friday Aug 08, 2025
Episode 227: Code-Switching with Dr. Myles Durkee
Friday Aug 08, 2025
Friday Aug 08, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Myles Durkee discusses his journey into psychology, focusing on the dynamics of race, culture, and identity. He shares insights from his dissertation on racial microaggressions and the concept of 'acting white,' exploring how these experiences affect young adults. He explores the concept of code switching, its implications in professional settings, and the unique challenges faced by Black professionals, particularly Black women. The discussion also touches on the impact of DEI policies on research, the intersectionality of identities, and the experiences of Black psychologists. Dr. Durkee emphasizes the need for open conversations about code switching, especially for younger generations, and highlights the potential for a future where code switching is a voluntary practice rather than a necessity.
Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/yR6nHfr16Mo
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Contact:
Myles Durkee
https://lsa.umich.edu/psych/people/faculty/mdurkee.html
Relevant Research
Durkee, M.I., Perkins, T.R. and Smith, R.E., II (2022), Longitudinal Effects of the “Acting White” Accusation and Racial Identity Development Among Black College Students. J Res Adolesc, 32: 191-207. https://doi.org/10.1111/jora.12708
McCluney, C. L., Durkee, M. I., Smith II, R. E., Robotham, K. J., & Lee, S. S. L. (2021). To be, or not to be… Black: The effects of racial codeswitching on perceived professionalism in the workplace. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 97, 104199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jesp.2021.104199
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 224 Colorism in Context with Dr. Danielle Jeudyhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-224-colorism-in-context-with-dr-danielle-jeudy/
Episode 170 A smiling Racisn : Reflections on Racism in Canada with Danni Reid, Juliet Musonge, and Michelle Upshawhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-170-a-smiling-racism-reflections-on-racism-in-canada/
Episode 115 Microaggressions: A Primer with Dr. Brea Bankshttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-115-microaggressions-a-primer-with-dr-brea-banks/
Episode 98 Black Liberation Psychology: A Conversation with Dr. Evan Auguste
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/

Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
This conversation explores the challenges and developments in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Portugal. The speakers discuss staffing issues, training for new therapists, and the importance of family involvement in therapy. They highlight the collaboration with schools and the bureaucratic hurdles faced in providing services. The conversation also touches on the age range of services offered, the lack of support for autistic adults, and the need for professional development opportunities. Cultural insights into Portuguese family dynamics are shared, along with the upcoming ABA conference in Lisbon and future goals for the ABA community in Portugal.
Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/w4cXTXttYOg
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Contact:
Oficina do Comportamento
https://oficinadocomportamento.pt/aba
Denise on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-carvalho-06397944/
Rita on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-goncalves-46653230/
Associação de Análise e Modificação Comportamental
https://aamcportugal.com/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 217 Behavior Analysis in Germany with Elif Chorengel
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-217-behavior-analysis-in-germany-with-elif-chorengel/
Episode 208 Behavior Analysis in Greece with Stephania Zampanka
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-208-behavior-analysis-in-greece-with-stefania-zampanka-msc-bcba/
Episode 109 Behavior Analysis in Brasil with Valeria Parejo
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-109-behaviour-analysis-in-brasil-with-valeria-parejo/

Friday Aug 01, 2025
Friday Aug 01, 2025
In this conversation, Marissa Weiler joins me to explore the complexities of Jewish identity in the field of applied behavior analysis. Marissa shares personal stories of heritage, acceptance, and the significance of community within the Jewish behavior analysis field. Marissa also opens up about her personal experiences with ADHD, emphasizing the unique ways it can manifest in women. She highlights her advocacy for creating a supportive community for Jewish clinicians through the newly established Jewish Organization for Behavior Analysis. The discussion also highlights the need for cultural competence in behavior analysis and the role of behavior analysts in addressing social issues.
Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/srlLLaG3Lqg
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Contact:
Jewish Organization for Behavior Analysis
https://www.instagram.com/jewishbaorg/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1033353237818135
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mweiler-aba/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 136 From Bias to Balance: Anti-racism in Behavior Analysis
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-136-from-bias-to-balance-antiracism-in-behavior-analysis-with-sonia-levy-phd-bcba/
Episode 115 Microaggressions: A Primer with Dr. Brea Banks
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-115-microaggressions-a-primer-with-dr-brea-banks/
Episode 67 Humility, Compassion, and Reflection with Dr. Nasiah Cirinzione Ulezi and Dr Jonathan Tarbox
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-67-humilty-compassion-and-reflection-with-dr-nasiah-cirincione-ulezi-and-drjonathan-tarbox/

Friday Jul 25, 2025
Episode 224: Colorism in Context with Dr. Danielle Jeudy
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Friday Jul 25, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Danielle Jeudy discusses her journey into behaviour analysis and her research on colorism, exploring its impact on education, employment, and societal beauty standards. She shares personal experiences and insights into the implications of skin tone bias, the practice of skin bleaching, and the historical context of colorism. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding these dynamics in various cultural contexts and the need for broader conversations around privilege and identity
Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/3MmLL8T6_d8
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Contact:
Dr. Danielle Jeudy at Navigate Behavioral Health
https://www.navigatebh.com/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-s-jeudy-phd-bcba-d-lba-14a69b3a/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/behaviordj/
Links:
Upcoming Registered Behavior Technician Training
https://continuinged.middlesexcc.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=4247616
Black Applied Behavior Analysts Conference 2025
https://babainfo.org/conference/
Articles Referenced:
Jeudy, D.S., Andrews, M., Mittelman, C., & Beck, C. (2025). Changing the Narrative: A Contextual Behavioral Science Approach to Colorism. Journal of Colorism Studies, 6 (1), 0_1-27.
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 223 Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-223-building-community-in-behavior-analysis-with-dr-jewel-parham/
Episode 214 Cultural Humilty in Behavior Analysis with Quintara Tucker
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-214-cultural-humility-in-behavior-analysis-with-quintara-tucker/
Episode 136 From Bias to Balance: Anti-racism in Behavior Analysis
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-136-from-bias-to-balance-antiracism-in-behavior-analysis-with-sonia-levy-phd-bcba/
Episode 68 Racism, Feminism. And Behavior Analysis in Brasil with Dr. Táhcita Medrado Mizael
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-68-racism-feminism-in-brazil-with-drs-tahcita-medrado-mizael/
Our first episode: A Behaviour Analyst’s Experience with Racism in Canada with Danielle Reid
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-1-racism/

Friday Jul 18, 2025
Episode 223: Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham
Friday Jul 18, 2025
Friday Jul 18, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Jewel Parham shares her journey as a behavior scientist, her experiences as a first-generation PhD graduate, and her passion for values-based living. She discusses her insights on burnout in the field of behavior analysis, the importance of community, and the implications of algorithmic bias in AI systems. Dr. Parham emphasizes the need for self-reflection and collective values in building strong communities, particularly within the context of behavior analysis and education.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjewelparham/
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Links:
Coded Bias Movie
https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/coded-bias/
Women in Behavior Analysis 2025 Workshop
https://behaviorlive.com/conferences/wiba2025/events/from-burnout-to-balance-using-acceptance-and-commitment-training-actr-to-culti
Black Applied Behavior Analysts Conference 2025
https://babainfo.org/conference/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 67: Humility, Compassion, and Reflection with Dr. Nasiah Cirincione-Ulezi and Dr. Jonathan Tarbox
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-67-humilty-compassion-and-reflection-with-dr-nasiah-cirincione-ulezi-and-drjonathan-tarbox/
Episode 81: The Burnout Epidemic: Understanding the Root Causes in Behavior Analysis with Cammie Williams
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-81-the-burnout-epidemic-understanding-the-root-causes-in-behavior-analysis-with-cammie-williams-msc-bcba-lba/
Episode 158: Behavior Analysis and Artificial Intelligence with Gerron Cooper
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-158-behavior-analysis-and-artificial-intelligence/
Episode 214: Cultural Humility in Behavior Analysis with Quintara Tucker
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-214-cultural-humility-in-behavior-analysis-with-quintara-tucker/

Friday Jun 27, 2025
Episode 220: Decolonizing Mental Health with Dr. Julie Smith-Yliniemi
Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
In this conversation, Julie Smith-Yliniemi shares her journey as an Indigenous educator and health professional. She discusses her background from the White Earth Nation, the significance of her traditional name, and the impact of growing up on the reservation. Julie emphasizes the importance of cultural identity, community support, and language revitalization in her work. She reflects on her path to behavioral health and academia, highlighting the challenges and transformative experiences that shaped her commitment to her community and the Indigenous health field
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/HqzGUwDLsto
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Julie Smith-Yliniemi
University of North Dakota
https://campus.und.edu/directory/julie.smithyliniemi
LinkedIn Profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-smith-yliniemi-phd-59b409239
Links:
White Earth Nation
https://www.whiteeartcoh.m/
Johnson O’Malley Act
https://www.bie.edu/landing-page/johnson-omalley
Sam Rock, Ojibwe teacher
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/2155832/samuel-j-rock
Healing Our Spirit Worldwide
https://www.fnha.ca/about/news-and-events/news/healing-our-spirit-worldwide-concludes-international-event
https://www.facebook.com/IICHOSW
World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference
https://www.facebook.com/WISPC2024/
National Board For Certified Counselors
https://nbcc.org/
Two Eyed Seeing
https://www.2eyedseeing.ca/
University of North Dakota Indigenous Trauma and Resilience Research Center
https://med.und.edu/research/itrrc/itrrc.html
Dr.Nicole Redvers
https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/epibio/people/faculty/core_appointees/dr_nicole_redvers.html
Dr. Brynn Luger
https://campus.und.edu/directory/brynn.luger
Dr. Mel Nadeau
https://campus.und.edu/directory/melanie.nadeau
Dr. Shawnda Schroeder
https://campus.und.edu/directory/shawnda.schroeder
Articles Referenced:
Malott, K. M., Smith-Yliniemi, J., Ali, L., & Darazsdi, Z. (2025). Decolonizing Adolescent Interventions: From Marginalization to Liberation. Journal of Child and Adolescent Counselling, 1–24. https://doi.org/10.1080/23727810.2025.2517521
Smith-Yliniemi, J., Malott, K. M., Riegert, J., & Branco, S. F. (2024). Utilizing Collective Wisdom: Ceremony-Assisted Treatment for Native and Non-Native Clients. Professional Counselor, 13(4), 448-461.https://tpcjournal.nbcc.org/utilizing-collective-wisdom-ceremony-assisted-treatment-for-native-and-non-native-clients/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 210 Indigenous Cultural Revitalizaton with Dr. Haley Shea
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-210-indigenous-cultural-revitalization-with-dr-haley-shea/
Episode 181 Indigenizing Higher Education with Dr Robin Zape Tah Hol Ah Minthorn
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-181-indigenizing-higher-education-with-dr-robin-zape-tah-hol-ah-minthorn/
Episode 152 Counselling In Native American Communities with Dr. Courtney Copeland and Dr. Katy Leigh-Osroosh
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-152-counselling-in-native-american-communities-with-dr-courtney-copeland-and-dr-katy-leigh-osroosh/
Episode 147 Culturally Responsive Care in Indigenous Communities with Dr. Jaxcy Turietta
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-147-culturally-responsive-care-in-indigenous-communities-with-dr-jaxcy-turietta/
Episode 130 Exploring Indigenous Identity in Behavior Analysis with Jordyn Burleson
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-exploring-indigenous-identity-in-behavior-analysis-with-jordyn-burleson/
Episode 112 The National Native Children’s Trauma Center with Dr. Maegan Rides At The Door
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-112-the-national-native-children-s-trauma-center-with-dr-maegan-rides-at-the-door-phd-lcpc/
Episode 111 The Sweetgrass Method : A Culturally Responive Approach Among American Indian/Alaska Native Peoples with Dr. Mark Standing Eagle Baez
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-111-the-sweetgrass-method-a-culturally-responsive-approach-among-american-indianalaska-native-peoples-with-dr-mark-standing-eagle-baez/
Episode 107 Indigenous School Psychology with Dr. Lisa Aguilar, Bryanna Kinilicheene, and Wamuga-Win (Kiva Sam)
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-107-indigenous-school-psychology-with-lisa-aguilar-bryanna-kinilicheene-and-wamnuga-win-kiva-sam/

Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
In this conversation, Ben speaks with Robin Williams, Wendy Toribio-Baez, and Vanessa Bethea-Miller about the intersection of trauma-informed practices, behavior analysis, and parenting, particularly in the context of colonization and historical trauma. They explore how these factors influence parenting styles, the importance of self-reflection, and the need for cultural humility in practice. The discussion emphasizes the significance of understanding historical trauma and its impact on behavior, especially in at-risk youth, and the role of intersectionality in shaping experiences and identities. The speakers also highlight the importance of community support and ongoing education in addressing these complex issues.
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https://bit.ly/Exploring_Intersections
Watch on YouTube!: https://youtu.be/RyilErge2G0
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Contact:
Robin Williams
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifybehavior/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifyBehavior
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simplifybehavior/
Vanessa Bethea-Miller
https://www.vbetheamiller.com/
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.behavior.alchemist/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-b-20618646/
Wendy Toribio-Baez
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labschoolrd/
Links:
Sonic The Hedgehog Story
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8rjNgwa/
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJRmFBBuHWy/?igsh=MTh3bDU5NjRxN20wMA==
Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome
https://www.joydegruy.com/post-traumatic-slave-syndrome
Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw, "Race, Gender, Inequality and Intersectionality"
Books Discussed
Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire
https://www.google.ca/books/edition/Pedagogy_of_the_Oppressed/OrVLDwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Pedagogy+of+the+Oppressed+-+Paulo+Freire&printsec=frontcover
Teaching Community: A Pedagogy of Hope by bell hooks
https://books.google.ca/books?id=GMhQCo4jrD8C&printsec=frontcover&dq=bell+hooks+pedagogy&hl=en&newbks=1&newbks_redir=1&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjf_vLenPyNAxVEJzQIHaW2L5sQ6AF6BAgHEAM
Teaching To Transgress by bell hooks
https://books.google.ca/books?id=fhIiAwAAQBAJ&printsec=frontcover&dq=bell+hooks+pedagogy&hl=en&newbks=1&newbks_redir=1&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjf_vLenPyNAxVEJzQIHaW2L5sQ6AF6BAgIEAM
Spare the Kids: Why Whupping Children Won't Save Black America by Stacey Patton
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34639442-spare-the-kids
How To Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
https://www.ibramxkendi.com/how-to-be-an-antiracist
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 162 Decolonization of the Mind with Dr Michael Yellow Bird
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-162-the-decolonization-of-the-mind-with-dr-michael-yellow-bird/
Episode 132 Rachelle Gladue -Culturally Safe Harm Reduction with Rachele Gladue
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-132-culturally-safe-harm-reduction-with-rachelle-gladue-pisimoyapiy-ka-nipawit/
Episode 181: Indigenizing Higher Education with Dr Robin Zape-tah-hol-ah-minthorn
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-181-indigenizing-higher-education-with-dr-robin-zape-tah-hol-ah-minthorn/
Episode 182 Healing the Disconnect - Culture, Climate and Community with Emma Elliott
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-182-healing-the-disconnect-culture-climate-and-community/
Episode 57 Huddle Up - Collaboration and Mentorship with Landria Seals Green
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-57-huddle-up-collaboration-and-mentorship-with-landria-seals-green-ccc-slp-bcba/

Friday Jun 13, 2025
Episode 218: Behavior Analysis in Morocco with Mina El Qalli, QASP-S, IBA
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Friday Jun 13, 2025
In this conversation, Mina El Qalli, the first international behavior analyst in Morocco, shares her journey and insights into the field of behavior analysis, autism awareness, and inclusive education in Morocco. She discusses the challenges and growth of behavior analysis in the country, the importance of culturally responsive care, and her future goals for community outreach and education.
Watch on YouTube!: https://youtu.be/1S-AwTKHT-Y
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Contact:
Mina El Qalli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mina-14300743/details/experience/
Links:
QABA International Development Committee
https://qababoard.com/pages/international-development-committee/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 15: Behavior Analysis In Egypt with Radwa Eltanab
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-15-behaviour-analysis-egypt-with-radwa-eltanab-msc-bcba/
Episode 149: Behavior Analysis in Saudi Arabia with Dr. Shahad Alsharif
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-149-behaviouranalysis-in-saudi-arabia-with-dr-shahad-alsharif/
Episode 200: Safeguarding Vulnerable Children in the Arab World with Dr. Asmahan Saleh Khalil
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-200-safeguarding-vulnerable-children-in-the-arab-world-with-dr-asmahan-saleh-khalil/
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Friday May 30, 2025
Episode 217: Behavior Analysis in Germany with Elif Chorengel
Friday May 30, 2025
Friday May 30, 2025
In this conversation, Elif Chorengel shares her journey as a behavior analyst, detailing her transition from Turkey to the United States and then to Germany. She discusses the evolution of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Germany, including the challenges related to training and certification, as well as the funding mechanisms for services. Elif also highlights the process of diagnosis and access to services for autistic individuals, the perception of autism and inclusion in Germany, and the role of the Association for Behavior Analysis Deutschland (ABA-D) in promoting the field. She concludes with her vision for the future of her company and the ABA landscape in Germany.
Watch on YouTube!: https://youtu.be/pisKWqlbKYc
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BACB: 0.5 EthicsIBAO: 0.5 CulturalQABA: 0.5 Ethics
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Contact:
Elif Chorengel
https://fokusautismus.de/
https://www.instagram.com/fokusautismus/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elif-c-b218ba21b/
Links:
ABA Deutschland
https://aba-d.de/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
Episode 208: Behavior Analysis in Greece with Stefania Zampanka
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-208-behavior-analysis-in-greece-with-stefania-zampanka-msc-bcba/
Episode 191: Behavior Analysis in Belarus
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/
Episode 184: Behavior Analysis in Ukraine
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Episode 175: Autism in Serbia
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-175-autism-in-serbia-with-dr-marija-colic/
Episode 80: The International Behavior Analyst Organization
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-80-the-international-behavior-analyst-organization-an-interview-with-ibao-co-founder-and-executive-director-dr-michael-mueller-bcba-d-iba/
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