The Behaviour Speak Podcast
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3 days ago
3 days ago
In this conversation, Dr. Haley Shea, a citizen of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, discusses her work at the Myaamia Centre, focusing on cultural and language revitalization efforts. She shares insights into the history of the Myaamia people, the significance of the Heritage Award Program at Miami University, and the impact of language on community wellbeing. The conversation highlights the importance of community engagement, assessment, and evaluation in fostering cultural identity and growth within the Myaamia Tribe.
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Contact:
Dr. Haley Shea
https://www.dr-shea.com/
The Myammia Center
https://miamioh.edu/centers-institutes/myaamia-center/index.html
Articles Referenced:
Shea, H., Mosley-Howard, G. S., Baldwin, D., Ironstrack, G., Rousmaniere, K., & Schroer, J. E. (2019). Cultural revitalization as a restorative process to combat racial and cultural trauma and promote living well. Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology, 25(4), 553–565. https://doi.org/10.1037/cdp0000250
Shea, H. A., Mosley-Howard, G. S. & Hirata-Edds, T., (2023) “A community-driven approach to assessing language and cultural revitalization”, Living Languages 2(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.7275/9918-c506
Baldwin, D., Mosley-Howard, G., Ironstrack, G. & Shea, H. (2022). Chapter 7 Community-Engaged Scholarship as a Restorative Action. In C. Barnes & S. Warren (Ed.), Replanting Cultures: Community-Engaged Scholarship in Indian Country (pp. 169-201). SUNY Press. https://doi.org/10.1515/9781438489957-009
Snowshoe, A., Crooks, C. V., Tremblay, P. F., Craig, W. M., & Hinson, R. E. (2015). Cultural Connectedness Scale (CCS) [Database record]. APA PsycTests.
https://doi.org/10.1037/t39610-000
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes:
The Sweetgrass Method 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/
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/
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/
Links:
Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
https://miamination.com/
Miami Nations of Indians of the State of Indiana
https://www.miamiindians.org/
Dr. Susan Mosley Howard
https://miamioh.edu/profiles/ehs/susan-mosley-howard.html
Dr. Daryl Baldwin
https://miamioh.edu/profiles/myaamia-center/daryl-baldwin.html
The Heritage Award Program
https://miamioh.edu/miami-tribe-relations/myaamia-students/myaamia-heritage-award-program.html
The Algonquin Conference
https://algonquianconference.atlas-ling.ca/
Dr. Maria Crouch
https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/maria-crouch/
Dr. Melissa Lewis
https://medicine.missouri.edu/faculty/melissa-lewis-phd
National Breath of Life Program
https://mc.miamioh.edu/nbol/
PSYPACT
https://psypact.gov/
The Society of Indian Psychologists
https://www.nativepsychs.org/
Fitness Blender
Dr. Shea's Page
https://www.fitnessblender.com/team-members/haley
https://www.youtube.com/user/FitnessBlender
https://www.fitnessblender.com/

6 days ago
6 days ago
In this conversation, Nipa Bhupthani discusses her journey in the field of behavior analysis, highlighting the development and implementation of the Competent Learner Model (CLM) and its trauma-informed approach to education. She reflects on the legacy of Dr. Vicci Tucci, the challenges faced in the UAE regarding behavior analysis, and the importance of building strong relationships with learners. The conversation emphasizes the need for ongoing research and the future directions for CLM and ABA practices.
Watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3te9csTrJ3I
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Contact:
www.abtinstitute.org
www.facebook.com/ABTInstitute/
www.instagram.com/abtinstituteuae/
www.linkedin.com/company/applied-behavioral-training-institute/
Links:
Vicci Tucci
https://tuccionline.com/
The Competent Learner Model
https://thecompetentlearnermodel.org/

Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Episode 208: Behavior Analysis in Greece with Stefania Zampanka, MSc., BCBA
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
In this conversation, Stefania Zampanka shares her journey in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and attachment parenting, discussing the challenges and opportunities within the Greek context. She highlights the importance of early diagnosis for autism, the current state of ABA in Greece, and the need for compassionate approaches in therapy. Stefania also emphasizes the significance of mentorship and collaboration among professionals, as well as the cultural considerations necessary when working with Greek families. Her future goals include disseminating positive information about ABA and building a support system for families in Greece.
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/ySCFMiAZrL4
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Contact:
Stefania Zampanka
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefania-zampanka-0890b775/
https://www.inbehaviour.gr/
Links:
Hellenic Community for Behavior Analysis
https://www.behaviorism.panteion.gr/index.php/en/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes From Global Perspectives
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/category/global-perspectives

Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
In this conversation, Jessica Huancacuri shares her journey as a Quechua woman adopted into a family of European descent. She discusses her research on the Quechua people of Peru, focusing on identity, cultural context, and the role of family in children's education. Jessica highlights the rich mathematical practices embedded in Quechua culture and emphasizes the importance of Indigenous perspectives in developmental psychology. She also reflects on her experiences with adoption, language learning, and the Quechua diaspora.
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/W8l2EOQyDSA
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Contact:
Jessica Huancacuri
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-huancacuri/
https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/programs/developmental-psychology/student-experience/jessica-huancacuri
https://www.cfdmelzi.org/current-members
Links:
Exploring Indigenous child development in the Quechua Runa
https://as.nyu.edu/research-centers/clacs/research/field-notes/exploring-indigenous-child-development-in-the-quechua-runa.html
Narratives from the Ayllu: A Look Inside Qoricha
https://www.loc.gov/item/2024698068/?loclr=blogloc
Living Quechua Short Filmhttps://film.twn.org/products/living-quechua
Quechua Collective of New Yorkhttps://www.nyquechuacollective.org/
https://www.facebook.com/QuechuaCollective/#
Inka Kusi Sonqo
https://queenseagle.com/all/queens-based-inkarayku-brings-andean-arts-and-culture-to-beat-of-the-boroughs
https://inkarayku.bandcamp.com/album/inkarayku-inka-kusi-sonqo
Kichwa Hatari Radiohttps://www.kichwahatari.org/
Quechua Projecthttps://quechuaproject.com/
Quechua Alliancehttps://thequechua.org/
https://www.instagram.com/thequechua/?hl=en
Americo Medoza-Morihttps://web.sas.upenn.edu/quechua/americo-mendoza-mori/
https://scholar.harvard.edu/americo/home
Articles Referenced:
Halpin, E., Huancacuri, J., & Melzi, G. (2024). Exploring the Language Attitudes of Dual-Language Latine Preschoolers. Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 46(3), 150-175. https://doi.org/10.1177/07399863241283065
Gallagher, G., Huancacuri, J., & Condori Arias, N. (2024). Phonetic variation in Southern Bolivian Quechua: dorsal lenition and vowel elision. Letters (Lima) , 95 (142), 74-90. http://revista.letras.unmsm.edu.pe/index.php/le/article/view/2586
Melzi, G., Prishker, N., Kawas, V., & Huancacuri, J. (2022). Multilingual Parenting in the United States: Language, Culture and Emotion. In A. Stavans & U. Jessner (Eds.), The Cambridge Handbook of Childhood Multilingualism (pp. 515–536). chapter, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes on Related Topics
172 Qienes Somos - An Exploration of Latinidad with Dr Corinia Jimenez Gomez, Dr. Sarah Lechago and Dr. Denice Rioshttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-172-quienes-somos-an-exploration-of-latinidad/
Episode 173 The Science of Learning Foreign Languages with Dr. Juliana Sequeira Cesar De Olveira https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-173-the-science-of-learning-foreign-languages-with-dr-juliana-sequeira-cesar-de-oliveira/
Episode 182: Healing the Disconnect: Culture Climate, and Community with Dr. Emma Elliotthttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-182-healing-the-disconnect-culture-climate-and-community/

Friday Apr 04, 2025
Episode 204: Autism Advocacy in Pakistan with Shumyla Noreen, BCaBA, IBA
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
In this episode, Shumyla Noreen shares her transformative journey from a finance professional to an autism advocate and behavior analyst in Pakistan. She discusses the challenges faced by families with Autistic children, including abuse in schools, societal stigma, and the lack of support systems. Shumyla highlights her efforts in establishing a therapeutic clinic, training parents in behavior analysis, and advocating for better services and awareness in Pakistan.
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Contact Shumyla
snsnewera@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shumyla-noreen-bcaba-218623212/
Trusted Support Therapeutic Clinic
https://www.instagram.com/trustedsupport.tstc.pk/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093969896882
Links
Empowering Autonomy Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573067870798#
ABA Reform Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2112586202125278/
BASES Pakistan
https://www.instagram.com/basespakistan
https://basestheraphy.com/
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes
Episode 145 Behavior Analysis in Pakistan with Alia Yasir
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-145-behavior-analysis-in-pakistan-with-alia-yasir-bcaba-iba/
Episode 122: Neurodiversity in the Workplace: A South Asian Perspective with Jagmeet Sangha
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-122-neurodiversity-in-the-workplace-a-south-asian-perspective-with-jagmeet-sangha-ma-bcba/

Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Ruby Mannankara-Cabrera shares her journey in behavior analysis, emphasizing the importance of cultural responsiveness in clinical practice. She discusses her experiences in nonprofit work, the challenges of integrating cultural humility into treatment, and her decision to pursue a doctorate focused on creating a culturally responsive curriculum for behavior analysts. Dr. Mannankara-Cabrera highlights the need for ongoing learning, recognizing biases, and building trust with families in behavior analysis.
This episode is on You Tube! https://youtu.be/PGP68Gb_2z0
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Contact Ruby
Texax A&M University
rcabrera@tamusa.edu
https://apps.tamusa.edu/course-information/my-profile/faculty-Profile.php?ID=1041
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubymannankara/
Articles Referenced:
Mannankara-Cabrera, R. D. (2023). Cultural responsiveness in behavior analytic treatment: a qualitative multiple-case study (Doctoral dissertation).
Narayanasamy, A. (2002). The ACCESS model: a transcultural nursing practice framework. British Journal of Nursing, 11(9), 643-655.
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes
Episode 138 Culturally Responsive Positive Behavioural Interventions and Supports for Black Students with Dr Aaron Rachelle Campbell
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-138-culturally-responsive-positive-behavioral-intervention-and-supports-for-black-students/
Episode 136 From Bias to Balance - 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/
Episodes 102 and 103 on Enhancing Cultural Responsiveness in Behavioral Service Delivery for Latino Families with Natalia Baires, Luisa Cañon, Mariela Castro Hostetler, Sebastian Garcia-Zambrano, and Patricia Guerrero
Episode 102
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-102-enhancing-cultural-responsiveness-in-behavioral-service-delivery-for-latino-families-part-1/
Episode 103
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-103enhancing-cultural-responsiveness-in-behavioral-service-delivery-for-latino-families-part-2/
Episode 63: Equity and Systems Change with Dr. Noor Syed
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-63-equity-and-systems-change-with-dr-noor-syed/

Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
In Episode 111, Ben speaks with Dr. Mark Standing Eagle Baez, an Assistant Professor of Counseling and Clinical Psychology at Bemidji State University and is the President-Elect of the Society of Indian Psychologists. Dr. Baez is of Mohawk/Pawnee/Coahuiltecan and Mexican descent. Dr. Baez uses a culturally responsive approach he developed in 2009 called the 'Sweetgrass Method' which incorporates introspection, collaboration, and continuity that braid essential approaches in mental health and substance abuse issues for clients, communities, and professional staff that are working with clients or communities in those areas.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.0 Ethics
IBAO: 1.0 Cultural/Ethics
QABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact:
Dr. Mark Standing Eagle Baez
mark.baez@bemidjistate.edu
https://www.bemidjistate.edu/directory/facstaff/vp2955ia/
The Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced:
Lisa Agular Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-107-indigenous-school-psychology-with-lisa-aguilar-bryanna-kinilicheenem-and-wamnuga-win-kiva-sam/
Grant Bruno Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-37-the-realities-of-autism-in-first-nations-communities-in-canada-with-grant-bruno-phd-candidate/
Evan Auguste Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/
Links:
Film with Grant Bruno
https://aidecanada.ca/resources/learn/asd-id-core-knowledge/the-gift-of-being-different
Articles Referenced:
Baez, Mark SE PhD and Baez, Carla Allison PhD (2023) "Cultural-Emotional Learning and Mental Health Challenges among American Indian/Alaska Native students," Journal of Indigenous Research: Vol. 11: Iss. 1, Article 1.Available at: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/kicjir/vol11/iss1/1
Baez, Mark Standing Eagle PhD; Baez, Carla Allison PhD; Lavallie, Brittany; and Spears, Whitney (2022) "Sweetgrass Method: A Culturally Responsive Approach among American Indian and Alaska Native K-12," Journal of Indigenous Research: Vol. 10: Iss. 2022, Article 3.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/kicjir/vol10/iss2022/3
Baez, Mark Standing Eagle; Isaac, Patricia; and Baez, Carla Allison (2016) "H.O.P.E. for Indigenous People Battling Intergenerational Trauma: The Sweetgrass Method," Journal of Indigenous Research: Vol. 5: Iss. 2, Article 2.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.26077/6y5z-6w02
Available at: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/kicjir/vol5/iss2/2

Friday Mar 21, 2025
Episode 201: Behavior Analysis in Guatemala with Jessie Arroyave
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
In this conversation, Jessie Arroyave shares her journey in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and discusses the challenges and opportunities for ABA in Guatemala. She highlights the importance of education, mentorship, and community building in advancing the field, as well as the need for more certified professionals and resources to support families with autism. Jessie also talks about her clinic, her upcoming conference, and her vision for the future of ABA in Central America.
This episode is on You Tube! https://youtu.be/YDu_2hLAA_g
For more information on Jessie's Conference: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHHkv5bvb9b/
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Contact Jessie Arroyave
jessiea@cima.gt
https://cima.gt
Instagram
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cimaguatemala/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessie-arroyave-323753b2/
Links:
Esenciales para la Vida (The Essential for Living Practitioner’s Handbook in Spanish)
https://essentialforliving.com/product/esenciales-para-la-vida-essential-for-living-in-spanish/
DIVERSITAD
https://www.instagram.com/diversitad?igsh=MXRoZ3R0bHFnZGh0cg==
Eli E. Pozzi’s website for ABA en Casa who does the Spanish course sequence for QBA and IBAO
https://www.abaencasa.com
ABA España with all of their Spanish and translated publications.
https://aba-elearning.com/publicaciones/
Research Articles Referenced:
de los Santos, M., Hernández Eslava, V., Ávila, M. et al. Regulation of Behavior Analysis in 15 Countries of Latin America: Assessing the Challenges and Opportunities for Implementation of the Science. Behav Analysis Practice (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-024-01004-1
Tefel, J.A. The Waxing and Waning of Establishing Behavior Analysis in a Latin American Country. Behav Analysis Practice (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-024-00923-3
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes
Episode 192 Behavior Analysis in Venezuela With Dr. Mirari Elcoro, Amalix Flores and Corina Jimenez Gomez
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-192-behavior-analysis-in-venezuela-with-dr-mirari-elcoro-amalix-flores-and-dr-corina-jimenez-gomez/
Episode 155 Behavior Analysis in Puerto Rico with Yaniz Padilla Dalmau
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-155-behavior-analysis-in-puerto-rico/
Episode 96 Behavior Analysis in Mexico with Mariana Del Los Santos, Varsovia Hernandez and Janet Enriquez
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-96-behavior-analysis-in-mexico-with-mariana-del-los-santos-ms-bcba-varsovia-hernandez-eslava-phd-bcba-and-janet-enriquez-ms-bcba/

Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
In this conversation, Asmahan discusses the critical need for improved safeguarding strategies in education, particularly in the context of sexual health and behavior management. She emphasizes the importance of cultural responsiveness in her work within the Arab world, highlighting the skills necessary for effective intervention. Asmahan explains the concept of behavioral activation, detailing how it can be adapted to address inappropriate sexual behaviors while respecting cultural values. The conversation also touches on her research findings, which demonstrate the effectiveness of behavioral activation in reducing such behaviors, and the practical steps involved in implementing this approach with families. She emphasizes the role of caregivers in sexual health education, the cultural and legal barriers faced in the Arab world, and the necessity of tailoring sexual health curricula to fit cultural contexts.
This episode is on You Tube! https://youtu.be/BeEcSi5xz6I
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BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
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Contact Asmahan
https://drasmahan.com/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/dr.asmahan.sk/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/asmahan-saleh-ph-d-bcba-d-5737a939/
Zayed University
https://www.zu.ac.ae/
ABA Lebanon
https://abal-lebanon.com/
https://www.facebook.com/abalebanon/
Research Articles Referenced:
Ala’i-Rosales, S., Cihon, J. H., Currier, T. D., Ferguson, J. L., Leaf, J. B., Leaf, R., ... & Weinkauf, S. M. (2019). The big four: Functional assessment research informs preventative behavior analysis. Behavior analysis in practice, 12, 222-234.
Kolu, T. C. (2023). Providing buffers, solving barriers: Value-driven policies and actions that protect clients today and increase the chances of thriving tomorrow. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-20.
Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes
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 139 Threads of Hope: Addressing Trauma Amid War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzouk
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/
Episode 94 Behavior 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/

Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
In this conversation, Rochelle and Rahma share their journeys into the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in the UK, discussing their backgrounds, the evolution of ABA practices, and the current challenges faced in certification and public perception. They explore the role of the UK SBA in promoting ABA services and the importance of representation in the community. They also delve into the differences between Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and ABA, the current state of regulation, and the importance of diversity and representation in the profession.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
Rahma Farah - Prospering Minds Consultancy
https://www.instagram.com/prospering_minds_consultancy/
Rochelle Gray - Piece of Mind Therapies
https://www.pomt.co.uk/who-are-we
Links:
The UK Society for Behaviour Analysis
https://uk-sba.org/
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
https://www.bacb.com/
International Behavior Analysis Organization
https://theibao.com/
Black Applied Behavior Analysts
https://babainfo.org/
Black Men in Behavior Analysis
https://bmbanetwork.org/
Somali Behavior Analysis Association
https://www.instagram.com/sbaa.official/

Friday Feb 14, 2025
Episode 196: Liberating Education with Dr. Erika McDowell
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Erika McDowell discusses the challenges and opportunities within the education system, focusing on school enrollment, the importance of capital in education, and the role of micro-schools and Montessori education. She emphasizes the need for liberatory schools that prioritize freedom and inclusivity, while also addressing the intersection of PBIS and Montessori practices. Dr. McDowell highlights the resilience of educators and the importance of community engagement in navigating political changes affecting education.
Watch the video here!
https://youtu.be/7y3i08Z9A7I
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact Dr. McDowell
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-erika-mcdowell-85499013/
Wildflower Schools
https://www.wildflowerschools.org/
Black Wildflowers Fund
https://www.blackwildflowers.org/
Inspired Minds Collide
https://www.inspiredmindscollide.com/
Links:
Territories on which Erika Resides
https://www.lenape-nation.org/
Rosa Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts
https://www.paterson.k12.nj.us/Page/296
Howard University
https://howard.edu/
Dr. Deja L. Jones
https://www.dejaljones.com
Sep Kamvar - Ted Talk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbB5na0g_6M
Teal Organizations
https://www.iberdrola.com/talent/teal-organisations
Kamontá Heidelburg
https://ehe.osu.edu/educational-studies/directory?id=heidelburg.3
MACTE Accreditation
https://www.macte.org/
American Montessori Internationale
https://montessori-ami.org/
Dr. Ayize Sabater
https://www.morgan.edu/psychology/center-for-predictive-analytics/staff/ayize-sabater
APBS
https://apbs.org/
Dianna Yip Director of P.L.A.I. Behaviour Consulting & CEO of PBSA.Asia
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianna-yip-plai/?originalSubdomain=hk
Behaviour Speak Episodes to Check Out
Episode 195 APBS Executive Director Cheretta Clerkley
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-195-the-association-for-positive-behavior-support-with-executive-director-cheretta-clerkley/
Episode 114 Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-114-equity-belonging-and-inclusion-with-drnikole-hollins-sims/

Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
In episode 194, Ben Reiman interviews Issac Morgan and Wesley Guy, two Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). They share their journeys into the field, discussing their experiences and the challenges they faced, particularly regarding training and identity. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, the need for diversity in the field, and the aspirations of these professionals to bridge gaps between different educational settings. They also emphasize the rewarding nature of their work and encourage others, especially young Black men, to consider a career in ABA.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.0 EthicsIBAO: 1.0 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact Wesley Guy:
https://www.shiftperspectivesbehaviorconsulting.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-guy-252052255/
https://www.instagram.com/est_93wesguy/
https://www.instagram.com/shiftingperspectives_bc/
Contact Issac Morgan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/issac-morgan-90143b131/
Links:
Black Men in Behavior Analysis
https://bmbanetwork.org/
Black Applied Behavior Analysts
https://babainfo.org/
Gereen Francis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gereen-r-francis/
https://www.tangerinebehavioral.com/
The International Behavior Analysis Organization
https://www.theibao.com/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:
Episode 180 The ABA Roundtable: Centering Registered Behavior Technicians
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-180-the-aba-roundtable-centering-registered-behavior-technicians/
The Road to Black Con 2024 Mini Episode 4 The RBT Experience
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-159-the-road-to-black-con-series-mini-episode-4-the-rbt-experience/
Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-159-the-road-to-black-con-series-mini-episode-4-the-rbt-experience/

Friday Jan 24, 2025
Episode 193: Cultivating Authentic Leaders with Dr. Amber Sessoms
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
In this conversation, Dr. Amber Sessoms discusses the complexities of identity and community within the Black experience, particularly in predominantly white spaces. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, the need for intentional conversations at home, and the role of education in challenging harmful narratives. Dr. Sessoms also explores the significance of ancestry and historical trauma, advocating for healing and reclamation of one's heritage. She highlights the power of love and humanity in fostering connections and the importance of applying knowledge in practical ways to create a more inclusive society.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact Dr. Sessoms:
https://www.aninclination.com/about
https://www.instagram.com/natural_inclination/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aninclination/
Links:
Highlander Adult Education Center
https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/highlander-folk-school
Teaching To Transgress by Bell Hooks
https://www.routledge.com/Teaching-to-Transgress-Education-as-the-Practice-of-Freedom/hooks/p/book/9780415908085
All About Love by Bell Hooks
https://www.google.ca/books/edition/All_About_Love/A5ZDDwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0
Uncle Bobbie’s Books - Philadelphia
https://www.unclebobbies.com/
Starting with a love of Organic Chemistry
Dr. Bettina Love
https://bettinalove.com/
Eddie Glaudehttps://aas.princeton.edu/people/eddie-s-glaude-jr
Robin Redman Wrighthttps://harrisburg.psu.edu/faculty-and-staff/robin-redmon-wright
Dr. Dena Simmonshttps://www.denasimmons.com/
My Grandmother’s Hands - Resmaa Menakemhttps://www.google.ca/books/edition/My_Grandmother_s_Hands/OaG4DgAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&pg=PT12&printsec=frontcover
The 1619 Projecthttps://www.google.ca/books/edition/The_1619_Project/B4MhEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&pg=PA2&printsec=frontcover
Research Articles Discussed:
Sessoms, A. M. (2023). The work of bearing witness to the dual pandemics of COVID-19 and white rage. New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 2023, 91–104. https://doi.org/10.1002/ace.20489
Love, B. L. (2016). Anti-Black state violence, classroom edition: The spirit murdering of Black children. Journal of Curriculum and Pedagogy, 13(1), 22–25. https://doi.org/10.1080/15505170.2016.1138258
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:
Episode 114: Equity, Belonging and Inclusion with Dr. Nikole Hollins-Simshttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-114-equity-belonging-and-inclusion-with-drnikole-hollins-sims/
Episode 75 Cultivating Black Excellence and Intelligence in School Psychology with Dr. Celeste Malonehttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-75-cultivating-black-excellence-and-intelligence-in-school-psychology-with-dr-celeste-malone/
Episode 67 Humility, Compassion, and Reflection with Dr. Nasiah Cirincione Ulezi and Dr. Jonathan Tarboxhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-67-humilty-compassion-and-reflection-with-dr-nasiah-cirincione-ulezi-and-drjonathan-tarbox/

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
This conversation explores the contributions of three authors of the paper: Behavior Analysis in Venezuela: An Unrecognized Legacy published in the journal, Behavior Analysis in Practice, and outlines their journeys from Venezuela to the U.S., and the socio-political context that shaped their experiences. The speakers discuss the rich history of behavior analysis in Venezuela, the unique Latin American model of education, and the significant role women played in establishing and sustaining behavior analysis programs. They reflect on the importance of community, identity, and tribute in academia, as well as the challenges and adaptations faced in their professional journeys. The conversation concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of behavior analysis in Venezuela and the importance of recognizing and sharing research contributions from the region
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact Mirari Elcoro:
https://www.framingham.edu/our-people/mirari-elcoro-phd
Contact Amalix Flores:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amalix-flores-069581188/
Contact Corina Jimenez-Gomez:
https://tabslab.psych.ufl.edu/corina-jimenez-gomez/
Research Articles Discussed:
Elcoro, M., Flores, A., Jimenez-Gomez, C., Angelucci, L., Burgos, J. E., Contreras, E., ... & Yáber, G. (2024). Behavior Analysis in Venezuela: An Unrecognized Legacy. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-12.
Ardila, R. (1982). Psychology in Latin America today. Annual Review of Psychology, 33, 103–122. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.ps.33.020182.000535
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:
Episode 172: ¿Quiénes somos? An Exploration of Latinidad
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-172-quienes-somos-an-exploration-of-latinidad/
Episode 186 Culturo Behavior Science : A Primer With Dr. Traci Cihon, Dr.
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-186-culturo-behavior-science-a-primer-with-dr-traci-cihon-dr-kyosuke-kazaoka-and-dr-albert-malkin/
Episode 96: Behavior Analysis in Mexico with Mariana del los Santos, M.S., BCBA, Varsovia Hernández Eslava Ph.D., BCBA, and Janet Enriquez, M.S., BCBA
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-96-behavior-analysis-in-mexico-with-mariana-del-los-santos-ms-bcba-varsovia-hernandez-eslava-phd-bcba-and-janet-enriquez-ms-bcba/
Episode 68: Racism, Feminism, and Behaviour Analysis in Brazil with Dr. Táhcita Medrado Mizael, Ph.D.
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-68-racism-feminism-in-brazil-with-drs-tahcita-medrado-mizael/
Behavior Analysis in The Middle East
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/category/arabmena-voices
Behavior Analysis in Eastern Europe
Belarus
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/
Ukraine
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Behavior Analysis in Africa
Nigeria
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-120-culturally-responsive-screening-tools-for-autism-andor-intellectual-disabilities-in-nigeria-with-dr-eziafakaku-nwokolo/
Ghana and Nigeria
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-91-behaviour-analysis-in-ghana-and-nigeria-with-josephine-akure-and-joy-oviojie/
Senegal
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-9-behaviour-analysis-in-senegal-with-adair-cardon-ms-bcba/
Botswana
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-5-bringing-behaviour-analysis-to-africa-a-culturally-diverse-journey-around-the-world-with-maleshwane-mauco-msc-bcba/
Behavior Analysis in Asia
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/category/asian-and-pacfic-islander-voices

Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
In this conversation, Ben Reiman interviews Hanna Kalinouskaya, a behavior analyst from Belarus, who shares her journey from being a musician to becoming the first BCBA in her country. She discusses the political situation in Belarus, the challenges faced by families with children with autism, and the evolution of autism services in the region. Hanna also talks about her experiences during the war, her efforts to create a behavior analysis course, and her aspirations for the future of behavior analysis in Belarus and beyond.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.0 EthicsIBAO: 1.0 EthicsQABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact Hanna:
https://kalinouskaya.com/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kalinovskaya.aba/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/Анна-Калиновская-234bbb1a4/
Links:
International Behavior Analysis Organization
https://www.theibao.com/
Episodes Referenced:
Episode 184 Behavior Analysis in Ukraine with Alla Moskalets
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Episode 180 The International Behavior Analysis Organization wit Dr. Michael Mueller
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/

Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
In Episode 190, Leslie Peters shares her story as a Métis individual, exploring her family history, cultural identity, and the impact of colonization. Leslie discusses her professional role in student support services in the Yukon, her experiences growing up in a mixed heritage family, and the importance of understanding and embracing Métis culture. The conversation delves into the complexities of identity, the historical context of the fur trade, and the significance of cultural practices in parenting. Peters also reflects on the interplay between science and Indigenous knowledge, emphasizing the healing potential of recognizing the shared experiences of both colonizers and the colonized. The discussion transitions into the intersection of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Indigenous approaches, emphasizing the need for culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices. Leslie shares her journey into the field of ABA, highlighting the challenges and misconceptions she faced, and how she aims to integrate Indigenous perspectives into her work.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact Leslie:
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-peters-5b011b44/
Email:
leslieinbc@gmail.com
Links:
Moose Factory Metis
https://www.ontariometisfacts.com/post/major-metis-presence-moose-factory
https://www.ontariometisfacts.com/post/the-turners-a-metis-family
Metis Nation of Ontario
https://www.metisnation.org/
Autism Yukon
https://autismyukon.org/
Neurosequential Model
https://www.neurosequential.com/
Dr. Richard Stock
https://www.capilanou.ca/programs--courses/search--select/explore-our-areas-of-study/faculty-profiles/richard-stock/
Articles Discussed:
Penney, A.M., Bateman, K.J., Veverka, Y. et al. Compassion: The Eighth Dimension of Applied Behavior Analysis. Behav Analysis Practice (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-023-00888-9
Wolf M. M. (1978). Social validity: the case for subjective measurement or how applied behavior analysis is finding its heart. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 11(2), 203–214. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1978.11-203
Beaulieu, L., Kwak, D., Jimenez-Gomez, C., & Morgan, G. (2024). Implementing culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices with checklists and goal setting. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 57(4), 821–839. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.1095
Stack, A., & Lucyshyn, J. (2019). Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Experience of Traumatic Events: Review of the Current Literature to Inform Modifications to a Treatment Model for Children with Autism. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 49(4), 1613–1625. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3854-9
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:
Episode 162 Michael Yellow Bird
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-162-the-decolonization-equation-with-dr-michael-yellow-bird/
Episode 148 Deb Fernando
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-148-behaviour-analysis-in-first-nation-communities-of-australia/
Episode 147 Jaxcy Turietta
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-147-the-chickasaw-behavior-analyst-with-dr-jaxcy-odom/
Episode 130 Jordyn Burleson
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-the-tonowanda-seneca-behavior-technician-with-jordyn-burleson-rbt/
Episode 117
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-117-the-lakota-bcba-with-valerie-clack-ma-bcbalba/
Episode 106 Mari Cerda
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-106-ancient-wisdom-meets-modern-insights-dr-mari-cerda-s-journey-as-an-indigenous-mestiza-autistic-behavior-analyst/
Episode 64 Naomi Tachera
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-64-culture-based-education-with-naomi-k-tachera-ma-bcba-lba/
Episode 11 Louis Busch
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba/
Episode 2 Alexia Stack
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-2-trauma-informed-supports-for-autism/