Thoughts & Rants of a Behavior Scientist
In the Thoughts & Rants of a Behavior Scientist Show, Dr. Paul “Paulie” Gavoni looks at common issues or phenomena in our personal and professional lives, gives you his thoughts, sometimes rants about it, and provides you with practical solutions rooted in the science of human behavior.
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Episodes
36 episodes
Enhancing Behavior Analysis through Motivational Interviewing: Building Connections and Preventing Burnout with Dr. Monica Gilbert
How can behavior analysts build better relationships and avoid burning out? In this episode, Dr. Monica Gilbert and I dig into the game-changing power o...
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Episode 36
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Building a Culture of Kindness: Strategies to Combat Bullying
In this episode, I’m tackling a topic that’s incredibly close to my heart: "Breaking the Cycle: A Behavior-Based Approach to Bullying Prevention." Growing up, I experienced just a small amount of bullying—so few incidents I could probabl...
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Episode 35
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Transforming Lives Through Behavioral Science: Kendall Ryndak Samuel Samuel on Empowerment and Innovation
Ever wondered how behavioral science can change lives? Join us as we sit down with the insightful Kendall Ryndak Samuel, a dedicated behavior analyst who transitioned from an aspiring school counselor to a pioneer in the field of behavioral sci...
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Episode 34
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Harnessing Passion and Integrity for Leadership and Growth with Troy Burg
Ever wondered how a background in nutrition can lead to a flourishing career in Applied Behavior Analysis and Organizational Behavior Management? Behavior analyst Troy Burg shares h...
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Episode 33
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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing RBT Training and Supervision through OBM and Mentorship with Stephanie Waldon
In this episode I dig into the importance of improving training standards for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) with special guest Stephanie Waldon, a recent master's graduate in...
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Episode 32
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Decoding Criminal Behavior: Forensic Behavior Analysis and Jeffrey Dahmer with Presley Wanner
Unlock the secrets of the criminal mind with behavior scientist Presley Wanner, as we navigate the intriguing intersection of behavior analysis and forensic investigation. Imag...
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Episode 31
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Shaping Corporate Success through Organizational Behavior Science with Francisco Gomez
In this episode, my good friend and Vice President at Aubrey Daniels International, Francisco Gomez, breaks down the application of Organizational Behavior Management ...
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Episode 30
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Revolutionizing Professional Sports: Brett Yaris on Behavior Analysis in the NFL
Dive into the revolutionary world of professional sports through the lens of behavior analysis with my guest, Brett Yaris. Brett is breaking the mold by integrating Applied Behavior Analysis w...
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Episode 29
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Building Resilience: A Compassionate Approach to Treating Emotional Adversity
In this episode, David Roth and I emphasize the critical need for the field of behavior analysis to delve deeper into the concept of resilience. While the concept of resilienc...
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Episode 28
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The Art and Science of Navigating a Struggling Relationship: Insights from Relationship Expert Lee Wilson
Ever been dumped? Remember that pain? Being broken up with is something that most people experience at some point in their life. Many learn and continue to move forward. But for some, it's a painful experience they try to avoid but end up...
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Episode 27
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Exploring the Dynamics of Addressing Behavior Challenges in Schools with Dr. Merrill Winston
Dive headfirst into the intriguing world of behavior analysis with my good friend, Dr. Merrill Winston. In this fascinating discussion, we challenge the norms of traditional fu...
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Episode 26
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Creating Equitable Workplaces: The Role of Behavioral Science and Humane Leadership with Portia James
What does it mean to create healthier, equitable workplaces? How does behavioral science play a key role in this transformation? Join us as we welcome the insightful Portia James to answer these questions. Portia, a prominent leader in the fiel...
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Episode 25
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Niche + Passion + Science: Crafting Your Unique Journey in Applied Behavior Analysis with Dr. Antonio Harrison
Hey there, fellow behavior analysts and seekers of knowledge! Get ready to dive into an eye-opening episode with Dr. Antonio Harrison, a true maverick in the field of applied behavior...
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Episode 24
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Trauma Informed Care: Some ThingsYou Should Know
From a behavior analytic perspective, trauma can be seen as an aversive event or series of events that have led to maladaptive behavior patterns or reactions to certain stimuli. When we understand that an individual's behaviors might be a...
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Episode 23
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Using ABA to Improve Sleep Performance and Organizational Outcomes with Dr. Emily Ice
As an entrepreneurial Behavior Analyst, Dr. Emily Ice has participated in founding organizations within the non-profit and profit sectors for over two decades. Additionally, she has exper...
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Episode 22
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Following Your Passion, Defining Success, and Leveraging Business Intelligence with Dr. Nick Green
In the episode, Dr. Nick Green and I dive into issues related to finding the right career, determining what success is, and effectively using data to improve and sustain organizational success. Email Nick:
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Episode 21
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Behavior Analysis and Leadership: A Primer for BABA Con 2023
In this episode, Dr. Bruce Tinor and I talk shop about leadership in schools and organizations. We will be presenting on leadership in education at the sold-out
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Episode 20
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RESULTS: Science-based approaches to better productivity, profitability, and safety with Dr. John Austin
Achieving results in any organization requires behavior. But too often, leaders do not know how to get critical behavior going and keep it moving to achieve desired outcomes. In this episode,
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Episode 19
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Punishment on Trial in Behavior Analysis
There have been a lot of concerns about the use of punishment regarding the appropriateness and effectiveness of it as a behavior-change tool. And rightfully so, as the use of punishment can have a number of unintended side effects like emotion...
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Episode 18
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Trauma-Informed Care, Assent, and Compassion - A Call for Nuance in ABA
In his book Beyond Freedom and Dignity, Skinner (1971) reminds us that “culture is the social environment that shapes and maintains the behavior of those who live in it. A given culture evolves as new practices arise, possibly for irrelevant re...
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Episode 17
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Assent and Compliance - When to Use Which with Steve Ward
The concept of assent has garnered a lot of attention in recent years. And rightfully so. Engaging learners in their treatment is extremely important. Like you, they don't want things done "to" them but done "with" them. ...
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Episode 16
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Examining Organizational Justice through a Behavior Analytic Lens with Rob Scalise
Organizational Justice refers to employee perceptions of fairness in the workplace. But while the concept has been around for close to four decades, c...
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Episode 15
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Reaching Results through Behavioral Leadership with Dr. John Austin
In this episode, Dr. John Austin and I talk behavior science, leadership, and practical approaches for improving climate, culture, and reaching results. Dr. Austin is an internati...
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Episode 14
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You can't find leadership in a book: Reflections of a leader with Leigh Martin
Some people talk the leadership talk. But when you lift the hood, there is misalignment with their say-do as they aren't walking the walk. In this episode, I interview my best friend of almost 50 years,
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Episode 13
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