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The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria

Matt Cicoria
Behavior Analysis
Autism
Applied Behavior Analysis
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Professional Development
Artificial Intelligence
Skills-Based Treatment
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Motivational Interviewing
Verbal Behavior Conference
Functional Behavioral Assessment
Compassionate ABA
Venezuela
Neurodiversity
Restraint and Seclusion
Primary Care Behavioral Pediatrics
Parenting Styles
Naming Bidireccional
Practical Functional Assessment
Public Schools

The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria is an interview-based show that features conversations with innovative scientists and practitioners in the field of Behavior Analysis. The podcast covers topics such as Autism, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Functional Communication Training, Verbal Behavior, and more!

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Latest Episodes

Featuring Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni and Matt Cicoria

What happens when staying home from school becomes more reinforcing than attending? And how can educators, behavior analysts, and school leaders help students return without inadvertently making t... more

What happens when an organization responds to a productivity problem by lowering its billable-hour requirement?

In Session 340 the Behavioral Observations Podcast, Matt Linder, Chief Operating Officer of First Children's Services, and Founder and C... more

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What exactly do we mean when we say we're "fading" a prompt? Is a physical prompt inherently more intrusive—or more difficult to eliminate—than a gestural or verbal prompt? And what does "errorless learning" actually tell us about the teaching proced... more

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What does it look like to assess and treat severe problem behavior when safety concerns have become so significant that a student can no longer participate successfully in their typical school environment?

In this episode, Dr. Cory Whelan joins me ... more

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Recent Guests

Paulie Gavoni
Internationally known behavior analyst and school leadership consultant.
Heart & Science International
Episode: When Staying Home Works: Understanding School Refusal and Chronic Absenteeism
Matt Linder
COO of First Children's Services; CEO/founder of Desired Effects
First Children's Services
Episode: Less Pressure, More Productivity: Rethinking BCBA Billable Hours | Session 340 with Matt Linder
Cory Whelan
Doctoral-level clinician with dual training in SLP and BCBA-D
Seasons Behavioral Services
Episode: Safety, Dignity, and Clinical Judgement in Skills Based Treatment: Session 338 with Cory Whelan
Kathleen Oppenheimer
Speech Language Pathologist with a background in Linguistics and Language Science
Episode: What is Gestalt Language Processing? Session 337 with Kathleen Oppenheimer
Jason Travers
Behavior analyst and researcher discussing FC and RPM; author/lecturer
Episode: What is Facilitated Communication? BOP Rewind | Session 199/336 | Jason Travers
Janet Enriquez
Doctora, especialista en conducta verbal y cofundadora de OMPAD
Organización Mexicana de Practicantes de Analisis Conductorial Aplicado (OMPAD)
Episode: Conducta Verbal: Cultura, Contexto y Comunicación Funcional | BOP en ESP 18 con Janet Enriquez
Kristina Montgomery
BCBA at Victory Academy; consultant and trainer for Essential for Living (EFL)
Victory Academy; Essential for Living (EFL)
Episode: Essential for Living in Action: Building Meaningful Skills Through Everyday Events | Session 334 with Kristina Montgomery and Emily Beal Wilkinson
Emily Beal Wilkinson
BCBA at Victory Academy; consultant and trainer for Essential for Living (EFL)
Victory Academy; Essential for Living (EFL)
Episode: Essential for Living in Action: Building Meaningful Skills Through Everyday Events | Session 334 with Kristina Montgomery and Emily Beal Wilkinson
Sarah Richling
Clinical associate professor; researcher on mastery criteria
Auburn University
Episode: Beyond 80% Correct: Rethinking Mastery Criteria in ABA: Session 333 with Sarah Richling & Dan Fienup

Host

Matt Cicoria

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 857 ratings
  • Absolutely the Best!

    I enjoy this podcast so much. It provides timely content that is directly relevant to my work and is presented in an easily consumable, “friendly conversation” type format. Some Bonus Points!!! The show also provides me with access to so many knowledgeable professionals including many absolute LEGENDS in the field!

    Thanks Matt Cicoria! Please keep doing what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grateful for this Content
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Show

    I really enjoyed that

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Claudiaboystown
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    The host is amazing and comes with wonderful questions that allow the guest to expose their knowledge and unveil the side of behavioral analysis that they are experts in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJT6421
    United Statesa year ago
  • Episode 309

    I just listened to episode of 309 and I am so thankful that these conversations are being had. It was an eye opening conversation because it provided examples of how misinterpretation of behaviors can have adverse and sometimes deadly effects on people who have autism. Autism training and awareness should be required in law enforcement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loritori!!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Absolute favorite

    Matt Cicoria is my absolute favorite podcaster. He has a variety of topics and variety of interviewees which all support behavior analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Polkyj7710
    United States2 years ago

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Students and early-career practitioners find the conversations accessible and useful for coursework, professional development, and career planning.
A few reviewers find some discussions over-explained or too specialized for audiences outside behavior analysis.
Listeners value the relaxed, friendly interviews and describe the host as warm, prepared, and effective at drawing out guests.
Reviews highlight practical, relevant learning from knowledgeable guests across a wide range of behavior-analysis topics.
Some listeners raise concerns about how behavior analysis engages with speech-language expertise and the effects of interventions on children.

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When Staying Home Works: Understanding School Refusal and Chronic Absenteeism
Q: What have been some of the conditions that you've seen that increase the likelihood of school refusal?
Students may avoid bullying, stressful social situations, tests, presentations, or other difficult school experiences, while home offers relief, preferred activities, or adult attention. Housing instability and family circumstances can also make attendance difficult.
When Staying Home Works: Understanding School Refusal and Chronic Absenteeism
Q: Can you define what chronic absenteeism is, percentage?
It generally means missing 10% of school days year to date, regardless of the reason for the absences.
Less Pressure, More Productivity: Rethinking BCBA Billable Hours | Session 340 with Matt Linder
Q: How was the new model designed and what did it change?
They lowered the billable hour targets, kept salaries the same, and introduced tiered bonuses for supervising technicians and for exceeding hours; they created a calculator to show individuals how changes would affect pay.
Less Pressure, More Productivity: Rethinking BCBA Billable Hours | Session 340 with Matt Linder
Q: What prompted the organization to rethink the compensation model?
The organization faced chronic turnover and low billable hour fulfillment; leadership realized the costs and service impact of the old system and sought a model that aligned incentives with client care and staff retention.
Are we thinking about prompts all wrong? Session 339 with Andy Bondy
Q: How should we think about prompts versus cues and the concept of fading within a gradualism approach?
He distinguishes prompts from cues by focusing on whether the change actually improves performance. Fading is one specific method within gradualism—adjusting a measurable feature of a prompt (distance, volume, time, etc.)—but simply changing prompt type (A to B) and calling it fading is misleading; the aim is to remove the prompt and rely on cues that will occasion the desired response.

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What is The Behavioral Observations Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Interview-based conversations connect behavior analysis research with practical work in clinics, schools, homes, and human services organizations. Regular host Matt Cicoria speaks with researchers, clinicians, educators, and organizational leaders about topics including autism, communication, skill development, assessment, staff training, health and wellness, and the evidence behind contested practices. Spanish-language conversations and conference panels extend the range of voices and settings represented.

A distinctive feature is the emphasis on translating behavioral principles into decisions practitioners can use, while also making room for research methods, ethics, interdisciplinary perspectives, and organizational challenges. Guests ... more

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