Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman
Episodes

Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
In Episode 164, Ben chats with Gitxsan-born Indigenous developmental disabilities advocate Frankie (Sii Lu Yee) Abel. Frankie works as an Indigenous Practice Advisor for Community Living BC in rural remote British Columbia while attending Simon Fraser’s Beedie School of Business in the Indigenous Executive MBA program. She is passionate about advocating for Indigenous people and vulnerable adults and children who don't have their voices yet. Frankie hopes to focus her career on bridging the gap between Indigenous people and the rest of the world.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.gitanmaax.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankie-abel-8bab06234/
https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/about-us/indigenous-relations/
Links:
Residential schools
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/first-person-facing-genocide-mohawk-institute-la-tuque-residential-school-1.6527631
The Indian Residential Schools Surivivors Society
https://www.irsss.ca/
The 60s scoop
https://indigenousfoundations.arts.ubc.ca/sixties_scoop/
Indigenous Day school
https://irshdc.ubc.ca/learn/indian-day-schools/
Indigenous Foster Care
https://themedium.ca/disproportionate-suffering-indigenous-children-and-ongoing-discrimination/
The Gift Of Being Different
https://aidecanada.ca/resources/learn/asd-id-core-knowledge/the-gift-of-being-different
Shikabe Makwa
https://www.camh.ca/en/driving-change/shkaabe-makwa
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Rachelle Gladue
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-132-culturally-safe-harm-reduction-with-rachelle-gladue-pisimoyapiy-ka-nipawit/
Grant Bruno
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-37-the-realities-of-autism-in-first-nations-communities-in-canada-with-grant-bruno-phd-candidate/
Louis Busch Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba/
Links:
DMV Association of Black Behavior Analysts (DMV ABBA)
https://www.dmvabba.org/
Black Men in Behavior Analysis
https://bmbanetwork.org/
Black Applied Behavior Analysts
https://babainfo.org/
Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community (MOBBAC)
https://www.mobbac.org/
TAP: The ABA Pathfinders
https://www.mobbac.org/tap-the-aba-pathfinders
Black Women in Behavior Analysis (BWIBAAD)
https://bwibaad.org/
ABA Verzus Block Party
https://www.linkedin.com/company/abaverzus-block-party/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced:
Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/
The Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community with Kelly Baird
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-86-the-missouri-black-behavior-analysis-community-mobbac-with-kelly-baird-ma-bcba-cctsi/
Behaviour Analysis in Ghana and Nigeria with Josephine Akure and Joy Oviojie
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-91-behaviour-analysis-in-ghana-and-nigeria-with-josephine-akure-and-joy-oviojie/
Culturally Responsive Screening Tools for Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities in Nigeria with Dr. Eziafakaku Nwokolo
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-120-culturally-responsive-screening-tools-for-autism-andor-intellectual-disabilities-in-nigeria-with-dr-eziafakaku-nwokolo/
Artificial Intelligence and Behaviour Analysis with Dr. Marc Lanovaz
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-8-artificial-intelligence-and-behaviour-analysis-with-marc-lanovaz-phd-bcba-d/
Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/

Friday Jun 14, 2024
Episode 162: Decolonization of the Mind with Dr. Michael Yellow Bird
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Episode 161 is a humbling, wonderful conversation with Dr. Michael Yellow Bird. Dr. Yellow Bird works with Tribal and Indigenous Peoples to bring mindfulness and neurodecolonization approaches to these communities for the purposes of healing and improving wellness. He uses neuroscience research to examine how mindfulness approaches and traditional Indigenous contemplative practices can train the mind and positively change the structure and function of the brain. He also studies how experiences and perceptions change the brain (neuroplasticity); shape our DNA and affect the expression of our genes; activate different brain regions, change our brain waves, shape specialized brain cells such as mirror neurons; and alter our neurotransmitters and modulators. Dr. Yellow Bird uses his work as a means of translating the neuroscience of mindfulness and neurodecolonization to Tribal and Indigenous communities so they can understand why and how mindfulness and Indigenous contemplative practices work.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.0 EthicsIBAO: 1.0 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.indigenousmindfulness.com/
Links:
2 Crees in a Pod Interview with Dr. Yellow Bird
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ceremony-and-the-brain-with-dr-michael-yellow-bird/id1517083728?i=1000477932025
Jessica Barudin
https://www.jessicabarudin.com/

Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Episode 160 features a conversation with Kim Trottier, founder of Culturally Committed. The purpose of Culturally Committed is threefold: first, it creates a pathway for client feedback, so providers can learn what Indigenous Peoples want and need to create trusting relationships. Second, it provides a list of providers who are demonstrating a desire to offer culturally safe services, so clients can choose offices where they know cultural safety is a priority. Finally, they offer ongoing learning opportunities, facilitated by mentors, Elders, and experts in the field of cultural safety and humility, with the intention of supporting providers in expanding their knowledge around cultural practices, barriers to care, and to educate on what safe care looks and feels like to Indigenous Peoples
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.culturallycommitted.com/
Links:
First Nations Health Authority
https://www.fnha.ca/
Len Pierre Consulting
https://www.lenpierreconsulting.com/
Jessica Barudin
https://www.jessicabarudin.com/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-the-tonowanda-seneca-behavior-technician-with-jordyn-burleson-rbt/
Links:
DMV Association of Black Behavior Analysts (DMV ABBA)
https://www.dmvabba.org/
Black Men in Behavior Analysis
https://bmbanetwork.org/
Black Applied Behavior Analysts
https://babainfo.org/
Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community (MOBBAC)
https://www.mobbac.org/
TAP: The ABA Pathfinders
https://www.mobbac.org/tap-the-aba-pathfinders
Black Women in Behavior Analysis (BWIBAAD)
https://bwibaad.org/
ABA Verzus Block Party
https://www.linkedin.com/company/abaverzus-block-party/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced:
Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/
The Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community with Kelly Baird
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-86-the-missouri-black-behavior-analysis-community-mobbac-with-kelly-baird-ma-bcba-cctsi/
Behaviour Analysis in Ghana and Nigeria with Josephine Akure and Joy Oviojie
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-91-behaviour-analysis-in-ghana-and-nigeria-with-josephine-akure-and-joy-oviojie/
Culturally Responsive Screening Tools for Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities in Nigeria with Dr. Eziafakaku Nwokolo
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-120-culturally-responsive-screening-tools-for-autism-andor-intellectual-disabilities-in-nigeria-with-dr-eziafakaku-nwokolo/
Artificial Intelligence and Behaviour Analysis with Dr. Marc Lanovaz
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-8-artificial-intelligence-and-behaviour-analysis-with-marc-lanovaz-phd-bcba-d/
Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/

Friday May 24, 2024
Episode 155: Behavior Analysis in Puerto Rico
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
In Episode 155, Ben chats with Dr. Yaniz Padilla Dalmau. She has a specialty in the assessment and treatment of challenging behavior using an applied behavior analytic (ABA) approach. Yaniz has a passion for improving access to behavior analytic services for underserved populations through novel models such as telehealth and through consideration of cultural variables within assessment and treatment. One of her life’s missions has been to bridge the service gap in the area of ABA for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Puerto Rico.
Yaniz has received training at the University of Iowa and the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins University’s Neurobehavioral Outpatient Unit. She has practiced at the Virginia Institute of Autism’s outpatient behavioral services and Seattle Children’s Hospital Biobehavioral Program and Pediatric Feeding Program.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Registration is now open for PRABA 2024!
https://behaviorlive.com/conferences/praba/registration
Contact:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaniz-padilla-dalmau-phd-bcba-d-57ab1041/
https://flamboyanbehavior.com/?lang=en
Links:
Puerto Rico ABA
https://behaviorlive.com/conferences/praba/home
https://iba.abainternational.org/2023/10/17/puerto-rico-association-for-behavior-analysis/
https://www.facebook.com/PuertoRicoABA

Friday May 10, 2024
Friday May 10, 2024
In Episode 152 Ben chats with Courtney Copeland, a doctoral student in counseling psychology at the University of Buffalo and an Enrolled Member of the Seneca Nation and Dr. Katy Leigh-Osroosh, an Assistant Professor in the School of Counselling, School, and Educational Psychology at the University of Buffalo.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 CulturalQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Check out Courtney's awesome podcast!! https://thedsmpodcast.podbean.com/
Contact:
Courtney Copeland
https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneysiricopeland/
Katy Leigh-Osroosh
https://ed.buffalo.edu/about/directory/faculty/profile.html?uid=kosroosh
Links
Native American Concerns Group
https://www.multiculturalcounselingdevelopment.org/nativeamerican
The Society for Indian Psychologists
https://www.nativepsychs.org/
Kim Tallbear
https://kimtallbear.com/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Episode 130 Jordyn Burleson
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-the-tonowanda-seneca-behavior-technician-with-jordyn-burleson-rbt/
Articles Referenced
Leigh-Osroosh, K. T., & Copeland, C. (2024). Distributive Justice for Native American Indigenous Peoples within Counseling. Counseling and Values, 69(1), 21-46. https://brill.com/view/journals/cvj/69/1/article-p21_3.xml
Leigh-Osroosh, Katheryne T. and Hutchison, Brian (2019) "Cultural Identity Silencing of Native Americans in Education," Race and Pedagogy Journal: Teaching and Learning for Justice: Vol. 4: No. 1, Article 3.
Available at: https://soundideas.pugetsound.edu/rpj/vol4/iss1/3

Friday May 03, 2024
Friday May 03, 2024
In Episode 151, Ben chats with Dr. Amanda Young. Dr. Young is Hidatsa of MHA Nation and an Anishinaabe of Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, both reservations of North Dakota. Amanda received her PhD in Counselling Psychology from Oklahoma State in 2022. Her current research embraces the stories of Native women who are leaders within the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Movement in what’s colonially known as the U.S. She is hopeful this research will help rewrite the narrative of Native women, as we are more than a statistic. Currently, Dr. Young is completing her Postdoctoral Fellowship at Two Feathers Native American Family Services in Humboldt County, CA
Correction: Near the end of the episode, Dr. Young referenced two recently murdered relatives, Cole Brings Plenty and Trey Allen Glass, who was mistakenly named "Terry Cross" in the podcast.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Trauma-Informed Care
Contact:
https://twofeathers-nafs.org/about-us/staff/
Links
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Social Media Tool Kit
https://www.nativehope.org/toolkit/mmiw
MMIW USA
https://mmiwusa.org/
Sovereign Bodies Institute
https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/
National Indigenous Women's Resource Center
https://www.niwrc.org/resources/report/new-mexico-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women-and-relatives-task-force-report
Native Dads Network
https://nativedadsnetwork.org/
Moosehide Campaign
https://moosehidecampaign.ca/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Piiohskoopanskii/Sings Loudly Far Away (Angela Grier)
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-150-education-is-the-new-buffalo-healing-and-wellness-for-the-piikani-blackfoot-people/
Bukky Akinwale
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-89-tales-by-moonlight-storytelling-for-youths-and-elders-in-a-historically-black-community-with-bukky-akinwale/
Articles Referenced
Dr. Young's doctoral dissertation:
https://shareok.org/bitstream/handle/11244/337337/Young_okstate_0664D_17820.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y
Isaacs, Devon S. and Young, Amanda R. (2019) "Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW): Bringing Awareness through the Power of Student Activism," Journal of Indigenous Research: Vol. 7 : Iss. 1 , Article 2. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26077/5t7q-j016 Available at: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/kicjir/vol7/iss1/2

Friday Apr 26, 2024
Friday Apr 26, 2024
In Episode 150 Ben chats with Piiohskoopanskii/Sings Loudly Far Away (Angela Grier), a Piikani/Blackfoot registered provisional psychologist in her traditional territory of Mohkinstsis (Calgary, Alberta). For over 25 years, Angela has been working and supporting First Nation/ Indigenous peoples and communities through direct and systemic experience including Indigenous psychology and counselling, Indigenous and child/ youth rights advocacy, adult education/ post-secondary, elected leadership, extensive executive experience, non-profit, public administration and Blackfoot ways of knowing. Her graduate research explored Indigenous Psychology from a Blackfoot experience and embodiment. Piiohsksoopanskii/ Sings Loudly Far Away, is a proud Piikan First Nation member, a mother of four and a grandmother to Meadow.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 2.0 EthicsIBAO: 2.0 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 2.0 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelagrierpiikani/
https://www.ferchopsychologicalservices.com/angela-grier-m-ed-r-psych-provisional/
The Arctic Rose Foundation
https://arcticrose.org/
https://www.mentalhealthacademy.net/team/angela-grier
Links
Piikani/Blackfoot
https://piikanination.com/
https://blackfootconfederacy.ca/
Sandra Grier
https://www.cutbankpioneerpress.com/obituaries/article_0d68d221-07f5-5f6d-840c-52fa11be6b3b.html
https://www.fortmacleodgazette.com/2011/sandra-grier-selected-for-open-heart-award/
Siera Rose Han
https://www.instagram.com/indigenouskwe_siera/
https://linktr.ee/inaabiwinwiigwaas
Michael Yellowbird
https://www.indigenousmindfulness.com/about
Allan Mi'kskimmiisoka'simii "Iron Shirt" Pard
https://www.pinchercreekecho.com/2016/07/13/remembering-a-piikani-cultural-pillar
Indigenous Research Methodology Scholars
Shawn Wilson
https://fernwoodpublishing.ca/book/research-is-ceremony-shawn-wilson
Linda Tuhiwai-Smith
https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/awards-distinctions/honorary-doctorate/tuhiwai-smith.html
Leroy Little Bear
https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/leroy-little-bear
Taiaiake Alfred
https://taiaiake.net/
Willie ermine
https://www.nccie.ca/story/what-is-possible-in-community-reflecting-on-harvest-days-at-sturgeon-lake-first-nation/?lang=fr
Dr Sajek Henderson
https://calloftheearth.wordpress.com/members/james-sakej-youngblood-henderson/
Dr. Cynthia Chambers - University of Lethbridge
https://directory.uleth.ca/users/chambers
Narcisse Blood
https://www.nfb.ca/directors/narcisse-blood/
The Iinni Initiative
https://ipcaknowledgebasket.ca/iinnii-initiative-the-return-of-the-buffalo
The Buffalo Treaty
https://www.buffalotreaty.com/
Forward Summit
https://forwardsummit.ca/
Braden Kadlun Interview with Angela
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG48FaVX90M
Articles Referenced
Oster, R.T., Grier, A., Lightning, R. et al. Cultural continuity, traditional Indigenous language, and diabetes in Alberta First Nations: a mixed methods study. Int J Equity Health 13, 92 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12939-014-0092-4
Angela’s Dissertationhttps://www.proquest.com/openview/ea36a75d504c74b120ec307dca700836/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750

Friday Apr 19, 2024
Episode 149: Behaviour Analysis in Saudi Arabia with Dr. Shahad Alsharif
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
In Episode 149, Ben chats with Dr. Shahad Alsharif, a board-certified behaviour analyst and CABAS Master Teacher. Dr. Alsharif consults with organizations that offer applied behavior analysis therapy to develop their services and train their professionals inside and outside of Saudi Arabia. She consults with government entities, such as the Ministry of Education and the Saudi Health Council on developing initiatives and regulatory guides for the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities and standards of practice.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahad-alsharif-phd-bcba-d-lba-ny-209a497b/
https://www.theseedsofknowledge.com/
https://www.instagram.com/theseedsofknowledge_
Links
ABA Saudi Arabia
https://iba.abainternational.org/2023/10/03/aba-saudi-arabia-2/
Dar Al-Helkma University
https://www.dah.edu.sa/en/academics/hses/programs/Pages/Master-of-Science-in-Applied-Behavior-Analysis.aspx

Friday Apr 12, 2024
Episode 148: Behaviour Analysis in First Nation Communities of Australia
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
In Episode 148, Ben chats with Deb Fernando, who is quite possibly the only Indigenous behaviour analyst in all of Australia. Deb is a proud Bigambul, Gomeroi woman with strong connections to far northwest NSW within the Gamilaraay language nation. She has 30 years’ experience working with First Nations communities throughout Australia, including urban, rural, and remote locations.
Deb started her career as a chef, then worked in government organisation troubleshooting major problems in servicing First Nations people in remote communities.
She then went on to work with the University of South Australia where her team of researchers received the Vice Chancellors award for excellence in engaging in communities. Moving from SA back to New South Wales she began working with the SAX institute as the Study manager to progress their First Nations child health research project in urban and rural children's health. Within a short time, they established the project in five major Aboriginal Medical services, which identified the gaps in services to First Nations children within these areas. One highlight was establishing ongoing specialized services such as hearing and speech therapy for First Nations families. At the age of 50 Deb embarked on my academic career completing my BA and Honors in psychological science at Southern Cross University, continuing her studies in 2020 she completed a Master's in Education in Applied Behavioural Analysis at Monash University. Whilst studying she started to work as a positive behavioural therapist practitioner with The Center for Positive Behavioural support where she held a position as a Behavioural support practitioner. Over the years Deb has been looking and searching for the most appropriate services for First Nations peoples to assist in closing the gap between First Nations people and Non-First Nations peoples. Deb has a passion for applied behaviour analysis and therapies that take a holistic approach to addressing the needs of First Nations families. Due to the impacts of cultural loading, she received over her working career she ended her journey of working for others and started her own business “FeatherWay Road”. Here Deb collaborates with families to establish an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and empowered. Working with neurodiverse children, she embraces their unique strengths, their culture, and challenges to cultivate an inclusive and supportive learning environment. ABA has been one of the many highlights of her academic career. I have seen and experienced the solid sustainable results this has on families and individuals.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 2.0 EthicsIBAO: 2.0 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 2.0 Ethics
Contact:
debfern54@hotmail.com
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Grant Bruno
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-37-the-realities-of-autism-in-first-nations-communities-in-canada-with-grant-bruno-phd-candidate/
Louis Busch
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba/
Jordyn Burleson
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-the-tonowanda-seneca-behavior-technician-with-jordyn-burleson-rbt/
Valerie Clack
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-117-the-lakota-bcba-with-valerie-clack-ma-bcbalba/

Friday Apr 05, 2024
Friday Apr 05, 2024
In Episode 147, Ben chats with Dr. Jaxcy Turietta., a Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Doctoral Level from the Chickasaw Nation based in New Mexico. Dr. Turietta works at the University of New Mexico's Sandoval Medical Center where she provides behavioral support services to patients and staff. The conversation starts with a discussion on diagnosing autism and systems of diagnosis. Dr. Turietta talks about her work with the Navajo Nation, autism acceptance in Native American communities, and culturally responsive care in Indigenous communities.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
evaluate505@gmail.com
https://www.timetoevaluate.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaye-jaxcy-turrietta-44509b143/
Links:
Grant Bruno: The Gift of Being Different
https://aidecanada.ca/resources/learn/asd-id-core-knowledge/the-gift-of-being-different
Chickasaw Lifetime Scholarship Article
https://psychology.as.uky.edu/odom-awarded-lifetime-scholarship-chickasaw-nation
Chickasaw on Rosetta Stone
https://www.chickasaw.net/rosettastone
Chickasaw Language App
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/chickasaw-language-basic/id448797486
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Grant Bruno
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-37-the-realities-of-autism-in-first-nations-communities-in-canada-with-grant-bruno-phd-candidate/
Louis Busch
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba/
Jordyn Burleson
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-the-tonowanda-seneca-behavior-technician-with-jordyn-burleson-rbt/
Valerie Clack
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-117-the-lakota-bcba-with-valerie-clack-ma-bcbalba/
Eziafakaku Nwokolo
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-120-culturally-responsive-screening-tools-for-autism-andor-intellectual-disabilities-in-nigeria-with-dr-eziafakaku-nwokolo/
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/

Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Episode 146: Providing Behavior Analytic Services in Brasil
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
In Episode 146, Ben chats with Hilary Amado, an American behaviour analyst living with her psychoanalyst Brazillian husband in Brasil. The conversation starts with a little brevity as Hilary shares some of the interesting conversations she and her husband have about caring for their children as behavior analysis and psychoanalysis philosophies collide. As a founding professional advisory board member of the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO), Hilary has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to providing behavior analytic services outside of North America/Turtle Island and shares her experiences providing those services and the barriers behavior analysts face trying to provide services. The last part of the conversation is focused on Hilary's work providing English instruction services using the principles of behavior analysis.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.0 EthicsIBAO: 1.0 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-hilary-o-gorman-m-a-bcba-iba-lba-7b69aa162/
https://projetoaba.com.br/
https://www.facebook.com/projetoABAautismo/
Links:
https://www.theibao.com/

Friday Mar 22, 2024
Episode 145: Behavior Analysis in Pakistan with Alia Yasir, BCaBA, IBA
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
In Episode 145, Ben chats with Alia Yasir. Alia is a highly experienced and dedicated Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) and International Behavior Analyst with a career spanning over 17 years. She completed her coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of West Florida. Her expertise is further solidified by her completion of extensive training in Verbal Behavior (VB), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), assessment tools, and report generation.
Alia firmly believes in positive behavior support and the importance of providing compassionate care in direct therapy. Alia is one of the few internationally certified Behavior Analysts based in Pakistan, holding certifications from both the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and the International Behavior Analyst Organization (IBAO). She is an approved content provider for both the IBT and IBA credentials, and she actively trains and supervises candidates while advocating for the growth of evidence-based methods in behavior therapy. Additionally, Alia has conducted numerous workshops and seminars to provide support and guidance to parents and professionals.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.0 EthicsIBAO: 1.0 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact:
https://bsentherapy.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alia-yasir-msc-bcaba-iba-617365148/
Links:
Autism Society of Pakistan
https://autismpak.com/
International Behavior Analysis Organization
https://www.theibao.com/

Friday Mar 15, 2024
Episode 144: Mindfulness, Meditation, and Behaviour with Dr. Pranali Hoyle
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
In Episode 144, I chat with the brilliant Dr. Pranali Hoyle, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral Level who studies the effects of mindfulness on parent-child interactions. We dig deep into the origins of mindfulness and meditation from Pranali's early days growing up in India where, as a practicing Hindu, she learned from Buddhist teachings on mindfulness to her current context in New Jersey studying the works of Jon Kabat-Zinn and Dr. Nirbhay Singh. So grab your bolster or blanket, put on your airpods and join us for a peaceful journey of learning!
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pranali-hoyle-ph-d-bcba-d-94795454/
https://neurodiversityofnortheast.com/
Links:
Wherever You Go There You Are - Jon Kabat-Zinn
https://www.amazon.ca/Wherever-You-There-Are-Mindfulness/dp/1401307787
Genetic Syndrome in ABA book
https://books.google.ca/books/about/Genetic_Syndromes_and_Applied_Behaviour.html?id=M9HWAgAAQBAJ&redir_esc=y
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced:
Nicole Neil Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-6-down-syndrome-and-behaviour-analysis-with-dr-nicole-neil-phd-bcba-d/
Rocio Rosales Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-30-a-conversation-with-dr-rocio-rosales-phd-bcba-d/
Denny Reid Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-35-staff-training-and-supervision-with-dr-dennis-reid-phd-bcba-d/
Joe Lucyshyn Episodes
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-42-family-centred-positive-behaviour-support-with-dr-joseph-lucyshyn-phd-bcba-d-part-1/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-44-family-centred-positive-behaviour-support-with-dr-joseph-lucyshyn-phd-bcba-d-part-2/
Chevonne Sutter Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-82-teaching-individuals-who-are-deafblind-with-chevonne-sutter-phd-bcba-d/
Mel Trueblood-Stimpson
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-116-being-romani-with-mel-trueblood-stimpson/

Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Episode 142: Creating a Powerhouse: Forging Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
For the inaugural Black Women in Behavior Analysis Appreciation Day (Feb 21st!) I'm humbled to share episode 142 with the amazing Portia James!
Portia is a visionary, a powerhouse of a leader, and a pioneer for people of color in her field. She shares bold perspectives on the lack of representation for black leadership in the workplace and how it impacts decision-making and strategic execution at the executive level. She is among the few Behavior Analysts featured in Forbes and Harvard Business Review.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact
Website: www.behaviorgenius.com
Instagram: @behaviorgenius; @geniusoperations; @missportiaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/portiacjames/
Links:
Black Women in Behavior Analysis Day
https://www.instagram.com/blackappliedbehavioranalysts/
Black Applied Behavior Analysts
https://babainfo.org/
https://www.instagram.com/blackappliedbehavioranalysts/
Portia and Bridget Taylor Interview
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZamRwcAb82mMGO9yEACe8
Cammie Morgan Podcast Interview
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-81-the-burnout-epidemic-understanding-the-root-causes-in-behavior-analysis-with-cammie-williams-msc-bcba-lba/

Friday Feb 16, 2024
Episode 141: Social Justice and The School Psychologist
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Dr. Williams is an Associate Professor at Marist College. She is also a Licensed Psychologist and Certified School Psychologist in New York State. Dr. Williams mentors students and early-career faculty of color through the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) mentoring program. A practitioner-scholar, Dr. Williams’ years of working with groups of K-12 at-risk learners in both urban and rural communities have given her clear insights into the frustrations, challenges, and joys of working as a school psychologist.
Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)
BACB: 1.5 EthicsIBAO: 1.5 Cultural/EthicsQABA: 1.5 Ethics
Contact:
http://www.stacywilliamsphd.com/
https://www.marist.edu/social-behavioral-science/faculty/stacy-williams
https://twitter.com/scheeatow
Links:
Black Applied Behavior Analysts
https://babainfo.org/
Black School Psychologists Network
https://www.bspninc.com/
Society of Indian Psychologists
https://www.nativepsychs.org/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Nikole Hollins-Sims
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-114-equity-belonging-and-inclusion-with-drnikole-hollins-sims/
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/
Jeron Trotman
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/
Articles Referenced
Williams, S. A, Cooper, J. M., & Shriberg, D. (2021) Social Justice, Anti-Racism and School Psychology: Reconciling with Our Past to Build an Equitable Future. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy, 38 (1), 1-10.
Stacy A.S. Williams, Daria V. Hanssen, Carol R. Rinke & C. Ryan Kinlaw (2020) Promoting Race Pedagogy in Higher Education: Creating an Inclusive Community, Journal of Educational and Psychological Consultation, 30:3, 369-393, DOI: 10.1080/10474412.2019.1669451

Friday Feb 09, 2024
Episode 140: PsychoHairapy with Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
In Episode 140, Ben chats with clinical psychologist, Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka, who has combined her passion for hairstyling with psychology to create a new global mental health movement called PsychoHairapy using hair as an entry point into mental health care.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.0 Ethics
IBAO: 1.0 Cultural/Ethics
QABA: 1.0 Ethics
Contact:
https://www.psychohairapy.org/
https://www.instagram.com/psychohairapy/
https://www.instagram.com/dr_afiya/
Links:
The Story of Wrestler, Andrew Johnson's Dreadlocks
https://andscape.com/features/the-untold-story-of-wrestler-andrew-johnsons-dreadlocks/
The Crown Act
https://www.thecrownact.com/
Podcast on Toxic Black Hair Products
https://www.loe.org/shows/segments.html?programID=20-P13-00036&segmentID=3
Kamala Harris and Keke Palmer Interview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXrLtzsedf4&t=10s
Brandee Younger on NPR Tiny Desk
https://www.npr.org/sections/now-playing/2023/02/23/1157552574/brandee-younger-youre-a-girl-for-one-man-only
Piff Marti
https://www.instagram.com/piffmarti/?hl=en
David Walker’s Appeal
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aia/part4/4h2931.html
David Walker and Nat Turner
https://www.kanopy.com/en/product/david-walker-nat-turner-and-black-immediat
African Meeting House
https://www.britannica.com/topic/African-Meeting-House
BABA
https://babainfo.org/
Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced
Cammie Williams Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-81-the-burnout-epidemic-understanding-the-root-causes-in-behavior-analysis-with-cammie-williams-msc-bcba-lba/
Dr Evan Auguste Episode
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/
Articles Referenced
Mbilishaka, A. M., & Hudlin, M. (2023). “I Remember My First Relaxer”: Black Women Voicing Psychologically Engrained Practices of Chemical Hair Straightening. Journal of Black Psychology, 49(5), 716-741. https://doi.org/10.1177/00957984231191849
Smith, A. M., Humphries, M. L., Mbilishaka, A. M., & Auguste, E. E. (2023). Hair Messages: A Context for Exploring Racial Socialization Among African American Males. Journal of Black Psychology, 49(5), 684-715. https://doi.org/10.1177/00957984231191847
Mbilishaka, A.M. (2021). PsychoHairapy Through Beauticians and Barbershops: The Healing Relational Triad of Black Hair Care Professionals, Mothers, and Daughters. In: Lewis, M.L., Weatherston, D.J. (eds) Therapeutic Cultural Routines to Build Family Relationships. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-83726-6_13
Mbilishaka, A. M., Mbande, A., Gulley, C., & Mbande, T. (2021). Faded fresh tapers and line-ups: Centering barbershop hair stories in understanding gendered racial socialization for black men. Psychology of Men & Masculinities, 22(1), 166–176. https://doi.org/10.1037/men0000317
Afiya M. Mbilishaka & Danielle Apugo (2020) Brushed aside: African American women’s narratives of hair bias in school, Race Ethnicity and Education, 23:5, 634-653, DOI: 10.1080/13613324.2020.1718075
Afiya Mbilishaka; PsychoHairapy: Using Hair as an Entry Point into Black Women’s Spiritual and Mental Health. Meridians 1 March 2018; 16 (2): 382–392. doi: https://doi.org/10.2979/meridians.16.2.19
Mbilishaka, A. M., Clemons, K., Hudlin, M., Warner, C., & Jones, D. (2020). Don’t get it twisted: Untangling the psychology of hair discrimination within Black communities. American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, 90(5), 590–599. https://doi.org/10.1037/ort0000468
Helm, J.S., M.N. Nishioka, J.G. Brody, R.A. Rudel, R.E. Dodson. 2018. “Measurements of Endocrine Disrupting and Asthma-Associated Chemicals in Hair Products Used by Black Women.” Environmental Research. doi:10.1016/j.envres.2018.03.030
Wise, L. A., Wang, T. R., Ncube, C. N., Lovett, S. M., Abrams, J., Boynton-Jarrett, R., Koenig, M. R., Geller, R. J., Wesselink, A. K., Coleman, C. M., Hatch, E. E., & James-Todd, T. (2023). Use of Chemical Hair Straighteners and Fecundability in a North American Preconception Cohort. American journal of epidemiology, 192(7), 1066–1080. https://doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwad079