Two BA’s on A Pod

In this episode, Alex and Ashley discuss the controversy of socioeconomic status and "healthy eating". It is highlighted that fast foods, ultra processed foods, and liquor stores are concentrated in lower income neighborhoods, but does this mean these populations are destined to unhealthy eating behaviors? Listen to anecdotes from the hosts who grew up with families that were ignorant to healthier options and how they were able to change their own trajectory to promote a healthier lifestyle. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

Alex and Ashley discuss the controversy of RBT's having too much autonomy in the field through their EO's and AO's of the week before they dive into the behaviors of the sex work industry. This conversation is based off of personal experience as well as anecdotal observation! Listen to the 2 BA's talk about their experience with meeting people in the sex industry and how they hypothesize the four basic functions of behavior connected to sex work. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

Listen and get into another True Behaviors of Crime with Alex and Ashley. Ashley covers one of the worlds worst anesthesiologists who was caught red handed taking care of some of the most vulnerable patients possible. Listen to Alex and Ashley dive in to this monster's behavior from an objective perspective. RESEARCH for this case was found at https://eurweb.com/2022/07/15/doctor-arrested-after-sexual-assault/ Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, we interview a fellow BCBA trailblazer, Coach Jocelyn! She has been in the field of ABA for almost a decade and has recently made a career shift from the traditional BCBA role into applying her knowledge of health, wellness and ACT (i.e., Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) with individuals seeking to make positive changes in their life. Jocelyn speaks on her personal journey which includes two career burn outs, living up to other's expectations, body and health obsession, and the tragic diagnosis of her sister's cancer diagnosis. Listen to find out how she was able to get out of the mundane corporate life and into a fulfilling and purposeful one. Stick around to end to find out how you can get started with Coach Jocelyn and her free giveaway! Also, the Two BA's are giving away a $10 gift card to those who leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Find our guest Jocelyn on Instagram @JourneywithJoc and DM her for her Freebie, just say you listen to Two BA's on a Pod. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, the two BA's get stood up by their guest and go off the cuff! Alex and Ashley talk about their personal experiences being Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) . They speculate on why there is a high turnover rate of RBT's and how they can self advocate for themselves in their work place. If you are a RBT or thinking of becoming one, this is a great episode to listen to. Task Analysis Breakdown : H - Selecting and Implementing Interventions H-6 Monitor client progress and treatment integrity. AND H-7 Make data-based decisions about the effectiveness of the intervention and the need for treatment revision. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

The Two BA's begin the podcast with an extended intro of the EO/AO of the week. Where they talk about life updates on their eating habits, thoughts on nutrition priviledge, testing materials for the BACB's exam, and so much more. After the intro, the BA's go into their own experiences dealing with imposter syndrome. Why they believe their upbringing and family contributed them to prove their own creditability to themselves. Listen for ways you can end imposter syndrome and start believing in yourself! More Information on Imposter Syndrome and where we received our resourced information at https://www.apa.org/gradpsych/2013/11/fraud (https://www.apa.org/gradpsych/2013/11/fraud) For the Task Analysis Breakdown we dissected task list item H-6 Monitor client progress and treatment integrity, as well as H-7 Make data-based decisions about the effectiveness of the intervention and the need for treatment revision. You can find the BACB 5th Edition Task List at https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/BCBA-task-list-5th-ed-211019.pdf (https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/BCBA-task-list-5th-ed-211019.pdf) Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, Alex and Ashley bring back the one and only ANGRY BEHAVIOR ANALYST, Kayla! We can talk to Kayla all day every day about so many things so we were super excited to have her back and discuss professionalism in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. We discuss all the amazing things Kayla has coming up including her 2 CEU's that will be featured on Study Notes ABA and we get controversial around what professionalism even means. You can also find Kayla on instagram @thenagrybxanalyst and check out her agency website at http://www.thenagrybehavioranalyst.com/ (www.thenagrybehavioranalyst.com) Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, the two behavior analysts narrate the rise and fall of the infamous, "diaper astronaut". Together they discuss the unexpected behaviors leading to her downfall and possible functions of her unbelievable behaviors. Lisa Nowak achieved her childhood dreams of becoming one of the few female NASA astronauts. She was high ranking in her miltary career, completed successful space missions and was well respected by her collegeaues. All until she drove over 900 miles on a frenzied road trip determined to confront her ex's lover wearing a trenchcoat, sunglasses, wig and you guessed it... a diaper. Show Notes: Leave us a review! Send in topic recommendations or case recommendations at abaonapod@gmail.com! Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this Episode, Two Behavior Analysts discuss drug use from a Behavior Analytic perspective. Alex and Ashley dive into the functions of why people begin doing drugs and what their behaviors become reinforced by. We use real life examples to relate to people suffering from addiction and discuss how Applied Behavior Analysis could functionally fit and assist in the treatment of substance abuse. For more Information on Substance Abuse and wtf it does to our brains and bodies at https://americanaddictioncenters.org/ Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, Two Ba's welcome Emily Varon, BCBA and sleep expert. Emily has dedicated her career to teaching and educating the autism community on the importance of getting a good night's rest. Listen to behavior analysts dissect why sleep is a behavior and how we can manipulate our environment to ensure we get a quality 8 hours each night. Show Notes: You can find Emily at Readysetsleep.com. For the task analysis breakdown this week we are going to be taking an item from the task list from section G, Behavior-Change Procedures. We will specifically be discussing G-8 : Use Chaining. Today's question is what are the 3 different types of Chaining used in Applied Behavior Analysis Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

True Behaviors of Crime Episode 3 takes a behavioral analytic perspectice t0 the tragice Columbine High School Massacre. On April 20th in 1999, two high schools students, Dylan Klebold and Eric Harris coordinated and executed a mass murder suicicde in their very own high school. What is the behavioral analytic perspective to such a horrific crime? Listen to two Behavior Scientists take a deep dive into this case and the precursor behaviors surrounding it all. Alex and Ashley will then discuss possible functions to all the behaviors discussed along the way. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

True Behaviors of Crime Episode 2 takes a behavioral analytic perspective on the twisted and bizarre kidnapping of Sherri Papini. In 2016, loving mom of two young children and doting wife, mysteriously goes missing during her afternoon jog. Listen to find out who takes Sherri, what happened during her kidnapping and what is the reasoning behind the entire abduction. Ashley and Alex then hypothesize the function of behaviors for everyone involved. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

Today Alex and Ashley have a special bad ass BCBA on the show. Kayla is real and not afraid to speak the truth about our field and the controversies within it. So that is exactly what the three of us came together to do! If you are feeling some type of way about the sensitive nature of our society and our field as a whole, this is the episode for you. We dive into "New ABA" and what that even means along with the changes in culture and compassion that need to happen in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis as well as the real world we live in. Show Notes: You can also find Kayla on Instagram @thenagrybxanalyst and check out her agency website at www.canvasbehaviorconsulting.com Task Analysis Breakdown: H - Selecting and Implementing Interventions / H:3 Recommend intervention goals and strategies based on such factors as client preferences, supporting environments, risks, constraints, and social validity. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

The homeless crisis is objectively worsening as each year passes. Ashley and Alex discusses the crisis through a behavioral analytic lense and get personal about their own experiences with homelessness. They discuss why they believe their parents poor choices led them to a unstable living conditions and why the homelessness crisis is not going to fix itself without real efforts and understanding the root of the problems. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

Today Alex and Ashley are going to be talking about mental health, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, the body positivity movement, and the overt and covert behaviors surrounding it all. Please know, we will be diving deep into these topics with discussions of personal experience and struggle, so this is a warning if mental health talk, relationships with food, and or body image struggles are something that triggers you. We have a guest who is super special to us, who will be openly discussing struggles surrounding these topics with Alex and Ashley. Please welcome Ashley's ittle sister, Jo, to the show. Task Analysis Breakdown: G-20 Use self-management strategies. : Today for our task analysis breakdown we will be asking a question from the section G Behavior-Change Procedures with an emphasis on G-20 (self-management strategies). We will give a scenario and you must tell us which self-management strategy the person is using. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In the episode, Ashley and Alex discussed the case of the heinous murders committed by Chris Watts. His victims were his pregnant wife and two small children. The hosts provided a behavioral analytic perspective on the crimes committed and theories of Chris' motivation and reasoning behind the murders. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, Ashley and Alex having an open and honest discussion with Alycia, a BCBA and Mom who uses the science in her parenting styles every day. This amazing Mom and BCBA has been working in the field of ABA for 13 years. Her roles have consisted of the clinical setting, school setting, in-home services, 1:1 consultation, and adult workshops. Our guest graduated with her M.A. from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and currently focuses her practice on parent training while working with both neurodiverse and neurotypical children, toddlers, and teens! Please give a warm welcome to Alycia. Together we discuss the science of ABA and all the controversy around our field when it comes to parenting. Show Notes: Task Analysis Breakdown: TASK LIST E-1 : E-1.05 Practice within Scope of Competence Please find Alycia on her instagram @parentgraph Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode, Ashley and Alex discuss how to apply ABA strategies on yourself to reach health and fitness goals. We give tips about actionable steps you can take when working on living a healthier lifestyle and provide a relatable perspective around mental health, food, and exercise. Analysis Breakdown: TASK LIST C1 Establish operational definitions of behavior. Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com/ (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode we meet with narcissist expert and transformation love coach,Denise. She has 22 years of personal experience dealing and living with a narcissist. Through her experience she has become a support system for other women who are escaping the cycle of abuse. This interview will take a deeper dive into who Denise is, what she does and how ABA can be applied into toxic relationships and getting out. Show Notes: *EO/AO of the week *Task Analysis Breakdown: TASK LIST B-5 : Define and Provide Examples of Schedules of Reinforcement Please find Denise on her instagram @lifeafternarcissism_111 and through her website https://trueloveaftertoxiclove.com/ (trueloveaftertoxiclove.com) Follow us on Instagram: @ABAONAPOD Alex: @objectiveoutcomes Ashley: @behaviorwithash Website: https://objectiveoutcomesaba.com (objectiveoutcomesaba.com)

In this episode you will get a brief introduction on who we are and how we got into the field. We disseminate the science of Applied Behavior Analysis and describe ways the field can improve and grow within its current practice. This episode expands on ways we can practice ABA outside of Autism and how important it is to do so to keep our field alive. Show Notes: Instagram: @ABAONAPOD @objectiveoutcomes @behaviorwithash Websites: objectiveoutcomesaba.com https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/BCBA-task-list-5th-ed-211019.pdf

Two BA's on A Pod is an open, honest, and relatable discussion between two Behavior Analysts around the field of ABA. Together, Alexandria and Ashley address past and current controversies in the field as well as successes and diversities. New episodes will drop on Fridays, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!