Behavior Bitches

A Behavior Analyst's Guide to Parenting with Jenna Mazzillo

You know that moment when you realize your kid’s tantrum is running your whole house? Jenna Mazzillo (aka @ABANaturally) joins us to break down why behavior happens, how to proactively set expectations, and why you might actually be the problem… and the solution. We dive into sibling rivalry, the 95/5 rule, and why function-based parenting is a total game-changer. From sibling drama to extinction bursts, this episode is packed with real-world parenting tools that actually work.Behavior Concepts Covered:Parsimony Errorless teachingReplacement BehaviorFunction of BehaviorAttentionNegative ReinforcementPositive Reinforcement Motivating OperationsPairing Abolishing operationsAntecedent interventionNoncontingent reinforcement MandVerbal operant Extinction Connect With Jenna!@ABANaturally on Instagram@ABANaturally on Facebook@ABANaturally on TikTok @ABANaturally on Youtube Check Out Our Sponsors!beyonddistillingcompany.com@beyonddistillingcompanyConnect with Behavior BitchesInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches PodcastWebsite: BehaviorBitches.comPatreon: Patreon.com/BehaviorBitchesPodcastContact Us: For podcast inquiries, episode ideas, or just to say hi, email us at behaviorbitches@studynotesaba.com Leave us a 5-star review in the Apple Podcast App so we can read it to everyone during our episodes and make us super happy!Looking for BCBA Exam Prep or CEUs?• Whether you need help passing the BCBA exam or are looking to earn CEUs, Study Notes ABA has you covered. Check out our website for comprehensive exam prep materials, prep courses, and CEUs• Test Prep: StudyNotesABA.com• CEUs: CEU.StudyNotesABA.com

Autism Fitness with Eric Chessen

This week, Eric Chessen, founder of Autism Fitness, joins Liat to talk all things fitness, behavior, and creating programs that actually work for the neurodivergent population. From ju-jitsu to bullsh*t detectors and bucket-lists, this episode is full of science, sarcasm, and sweaty truths.Behavior Concepts Covered:7 Dimensions of ABA PairingShapingChainingModelingImitationGeneralization Pragmatism Reinforcement Schedule of Reinforcement Connect with Eric!@TheAutismFitness on Instagram @TheAutismFitness on Youtube AutismFitness.com Check Out Our Sponsors!beyonddistillingcompany.com @beyonddistillingcompany Connect with Behavior BitchesInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches PodcastWebsite: BehaviorBitches.comPatreon: Patreon.com/BehaviorBitchesPodcastContact Us: For podcast inquiries, episode ideas, or just to say hi, email us at behaviorbitches@studynotesaba.com Leave us a 5-star review in the Apple Podcast App so we can read it to everyone during our episodes and make us super happy!Looking for BCBA Exam Prep or CEUs?• Whether you need help passing the BCBA exam or are looking to earn CEUs, Study Notes ABA has you covered. Check out our website for comprehensive exam prep materials, prep courses, and CEUs• Test Prep: StudyNotesABA.com• CEUs: CEU.StudyNotesABA.com

Crohn’s Can’t Stop Her - Kara Shepherd’s BCBA Journey

In this episode, Liat sits down with Kara Shepherd, BCBA & SNABA’s social media manager, Collective instructor, and all-around bada$$ human. Kara gets real about her journey living with Crohn’s disease and how it all shaped her perspective as a behavior analyst and educator. Don’t miss the end of this episode for a special interview with the team from Beyond Distilling, one of our amazing sponsors! Connect with Kara!@mindsetwithkara Check Out Our Sponsors!beyonddistillingcompany.com@beyonddistillingcompany Connect with Behavior BitchesInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches PodcastWebsite: BehaviorBitches.comPatreon: Patreon.com/BehaviorBitchesPodcastContact Us: For podcast inquiries, episode ideas, or just to say hi, email us at behaviorbitches@studynotesaba.com Leave us a 5-star review in the Apple Podcast App so we can read it to everyone during our episodes and make us super happy!Looking for BCBA Exam Prep or CEUs?• Whether you need help passing the BCBA exam or are looking to earn CEUs, Study Notes ABA has you covered. Check out our website for comprehensive exam prep materials, prep courses, and CEUs• Test Prep: StudyNotesABA.com• CEUs: CEU.StudyNotesABA.com

Becoming a Likeable Badass with Alison Fragale

Alison Fragale, author of Likeable Badass, joins Liat to break down what it really takes to be powerful, respected, and still totally likeable at work and in life. Also along for the ride? Liat’s sister Talia, Alison’s biggest fangirl, who may or may not misuse the term “preference assessment” on air. From spotting unlikeable behavior in yourself to mastering reciprocity and owning your voice, this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and badass tips you’ll actually want to use.Behavior Concepts Covered: Fixed Time ScheduleNoncontingent reinforcementPairingTactBehavioral TargetPermanent ProductConnect with Alison: Get the Book! LinkedInInstagramNewsletterAlisonFragale.comCheck Out Our Sponsors!beyonddistillingcompany.com@beyonddistillingcompany Connect with Behavior BitchesInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches PodcastWebsite: BehaviorBitches.comPatreon: Patreon.com/BehaviorBitchesPodcastContact Us: For podcast inquiries, episode ideas, or just to say hi, email us at behaviorbitches@studynotesaba.com Leave us a 5-star review in the Apple Podcast App so we can read it to everyone during our episodes and make us super happy!Looking for BCBA Exam Prep or CEUs?• Whether you need help passing the BCBA exam or are looking to earn CEUs, Study Notes ABA has you covered. Check out our website for comprehensive exam prep materials, prep courses, and CEUs• Test Prep: StudyNotesABA.com• CEUs: CEU.StudyNotesABA.com

Why We're Obsessed with Reality TV with Professor Danielle Lindemann

Why are we so obsessed with reality TV? In this episode, Liat sits down with cultural sociologist and Bachelor Nation expert Dr. Danielle Lindemann to break down the behavioral science behind our favorite trainwrecks. From parasocial relationships and unconditioned reinforcers to casting archetypes and cult-like manipulation, we dive into what keeps us watching — and what it says about us.Turns out, reality TV isn’t just entertaining… it’s a masterclass in behavior.Behavior Concepts Covered: Function of Behavior Reactivity Unconditioned reinforcers PairingEnvironmental ManipulationsCorrelationCausationConnect with Professor Lindemann:Website@djlindee on Bluesky and X@danielle.lindemann on ThreadsCheck out the Book! This episode is sponsored by the Behavior Analyst Resource Center. Learn more at https://behavioranalystresourcecenter.comConnect with Behavior BitchesInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches PodcastWebsite: BehaviorBitches.comPatreon: Patreon.com/BehaviorBitchesPodcastContact Us: For podcast inquiries, episode ideas, or just to say hi, email us at behaviorbitches@studynotesaba.com Leave us a 5-star review in the Apple Podcast App so we can read it to everyone during our episodes and make us super happy!Looking for BCBA Exam Prep or CEUs?• Whether you need help passing the BCBA exam or are looking to earn CEUs, Study Notes ABA has you covered. Check out our website for comprehensive exam prep materials, prep courses, and CEUs• Test Prep: StudyNotesABA.com• CEUs: CEU.StudyNotesABA.com