- 14
- Episodes
- 9
- Ratings
- 2023
- First episode
About iLearn ABA's Podcast
iLearn ABA presents a podcast focused on the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Publisher
- iLearn ABA
- Category
- arts
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 2 Feb 2023
- Latest episode
- 15 May 2024
Latest episodes
14 episodes in the feed.
15 May 2024
#14 Dr. Gina Green: ABA: Past, Present and Future.
In today's episode of the iLearn ABA podcast Nick, Mike, and CJ have the honor of having an in depth discussion about many areas within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis with Dr. Gina Green. Dr. Green shares her extensive knowledge within the field of ABA. The conversation spans accross topics such as ABA as a science, ABA and Developmental Psychology, ABA’s evolution in San Diego, SB 946, ABA and Private Equity, and ABA as treatment outside of ASD, and more. Our special guest, Dr. Gina Green with a cameo by Dr. CJ Conard. Do not miss this opportunity to listen in on a discussion with one of the foremost minds in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Guest: Dr. Gina Green Ph.D Today's Team: Nick Ascolese Mike Rubio Dr. CJ. Conard Ph. d Tech: Troy Beyer
14 Sept 2023
#13 Dr. CJ Conard Interview - Hierarchy of needs / 7 Dimensions of Behavior
In today's episode of the iLearn ABA podcast Nick, Mike, and Troy have the honor of having an in depth discussion about many areas within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Dr. CJ shares his vast knowledge of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, the origins of ABA (“in the beginning was the response”), Personalized System of Instruction (PSI), the 7 Dimensions of Behavior, and so much more. Do not miss this opportunity to listen in on a discussion with, not only one of San Diego's foremost educated mind in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, but also a mentor and colleague of our very own contributors. This one time student of the giants of the field at the University of Kansas describes his philosophy of the science of human behavior; a primer on ABA that should not be missed. Today's Team: Nick Ascolese Mike Rubio Troy Beyer Guest: Dr. CJ. Conard Ph. d
20 Aug 2023
#12 / Are Private Equity Firms Bad or Good for ABA as a Field?
In this episode of the iLearn ABA podcast Nick, Mike, Kristian, and Troy discuss the impacts of Private Equity firms on the field of ABA. They discuss a combination of article responses to Private Equity (P.E.), personal experiences, and recent legal troubles surrounding P.E firms. If you've ever heard stories of large equity firms buying up things like chain restaurants or nursing homes only to fire staff, raise profits, and gut the businesses for money, this is an episode that may interest you. The team: Nick Ascolese Mike Rubio Kristian Giordano Troy Beyer
20 Jun 2023
Episode #011 Does ABA Need More Compassion? / Article Review
In this episode the team welcomes the often silent member Kristian to the microphone. Kristian is the business manager in the group and adds insanely valuable insights into how finances have potentially played a major role in the industry of ABA losing some of its "compassion" as discussed in tonights article. The team also digs deep into what it could take for the field of ABA to gain more trust in the compassion we know already exists, and how to show that compassion more clearly. This is a great listen, don't miss it. The team: Nick Ascolese Mike Rubio Kristian Giordano Troy Beyer See below for tonights article details. Article: Soft Skills: The Case for Compassionate Approaches or How Behavior Analysis Keeps Finding Its Heart Jessica L. Rohrer1 & Kimberly B. Marshall1 & Colleen Suzio1 & Mary Jane Weiss1 Accepted: 9 February 2021 / Published online: 22 March 2021 # Association for Behavior Analysis International 2021
26 May 2023
Episode #10 How much ABA is enough ABA? A review of the research
In this episode the team of BCBA's, Nick, Mike, and Troy discuss what the research says about how the intensity (hours per session and week) of ABA intervention equates with successful outcomes. This topic is one of the most research topics in the field of ABA and there is a lot to dig through. The team focusses in on several specific studies that provide valuable insight as to how much ABA is enough. This is yet another don't miss episode as the team also interjects their real world experiences in the school, home, and clinical setting. Each setting has its own set of context and add's a new perspective to the understanding of how ABA can and should be provided. It's clear that most research is done in the clinical setting, however the team asks and discusses the questions "shouldn't ABA be practiced in the real world?" and "What is the value of parent training to the effectiveness of ABA?" Articles: “An evaluation of the effects of intensity and duration on outcomes across treatment domains for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder” (E. Linstead, et. al. 2017) "Moderate Effects of Low-Intensity Behavioral Intervention" (Amin D. Lotfizadeh1 , Ellie Kazemi2, Paula Pompa-Craven1, and Sigmund Eldevik; 2020) Outcomes of Behavioral Interventions for Children with Autism in Mainstream Pre-School Settings (Sigmond Eldevik, Richard P. Hastings, Erik Jahr, and Carl Hughes. 2011)
5 May 2023
Episode #009 The iLearn ABA Origin Story / Kristian's First appearance
In this unique episode of the iLearn ABA Podcast the whole iLearn team tells their origin storiy. This is the first time the 4th member of the team Kristian Giordano, iLearn's business guy, is welcomed to the podcast. This is a fun conversation between four men who have a passion to further the field of ABA from the inside out. They discussed iLearn's mission to provide an educational platform within the field of ABA that actually uses ABA tools and strategies in its educational practices. The team discusses the projects that are in process, close to being launched, and the reason iLearn ABA was created. Hosts: Nick Ascolese Miguel Rubio Kristian Giordano Troy Beyer
20 Apr 2023
Episode #008 A Tribute to Jack Michael
In this episode the team discusses the great contribution to the field of ABA that Jack Michael had. They discuss how Jack Michael has helped further define the understanding of Motivating Operations and so much more. Get ready for a slightly technical and application based discussion on why vocabulary is important and how understanding that vocabulary is the key to further understanding behavior and the individuals we serve. Citations: A Bibliographic Tribute to Jack Michael Barbara E. Esch John W. Esch 2016 Repertoire-Altering Effects of Remote Contingencies Jack Michael Western Michigan University 1986 What Every Student of Behavior Analysis Ought to Learn: A System for Classifying the Multiple Effects of Behavioral Variables Jack Michael Western Michigan University 1995 Text Book Concepts and Principals 2nd Edition 2004
30 Mar 2023
Episode #007 Interview with Parents of a Child with Special Needs / Poem Review
In this episode of the iLearn ABA podcast the team discusses the joys and hardships of raising and supporting a child with special needs. The team sets the stage by reading the poem "Welcome to Holland" written by Emily Perl Kingsley . The power and truths brought forth by the poem is powerful and insightful. The team also interviews Nick's parents, who raised a daughter with Down's Syndrome. This interview is packed with wisdom and insight from two amazing parents. This episode is a must listen! Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com Citations: Welcome To Holland By Emily Perl Kingsley Website: https://www.emilyperlkingsley.com/welcome-to-holland
16 Mar 2023
Episode #006 Richard M. Foxx Book Chapter Review / Fads, Pseudoscience, etc...
This episode of the iLearn ABA podcast include a broad discussion centered around a book titled: "Controversial therapies for autism and intellectual disabilities: Fad, fashion, and science in professional practice, second edition" Authors: Richard M. Foxx, James A. Mulick (2016) The specific chapter the team discussed is Chapter 25: "Why ABA is not a Fad, a Pseudoscience, a Dubious or Controversial Treatment, or Politically Correct." Author: Richard M. Foxx Podcast presented by "iLearn ABA" an organization dedicated to teaching and furthering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com Mentioned Articles: - Jenkins & Reed 2013, p. 738
9 Mar 2023
Eppisode #005 Friman Article Review "Come on in, the Water is Fine"
This episode of the iLearn ABA podcast has been nicknamed "iLearn PeePee" because the main focus of Patrick C. Friman's article is how the field of ABA can be useful in the medical field by supporting those with diurnal enuresis. This essential means helping, mostly children, who have troubles controlling urination. This is a must listen podcast for many reasons. The team discusses how the field of ABA can elevate itself to be allowed a seat at the medical table and because the team discusses Friman's article and the specifics of how the field of ABA can be of great use specifically helping those (and families of those) who have urination weaknesses. Podcast presented by "iLearn ABA" an organization dedicated to teaching and furthering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com Aticle Details: Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2867503/ Come on in, the Water is Fine: Achieving Mainstream Relevance through Integration with Primary Medical Care Patrick C Friman (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Friman%20PC%5BAuthor%5D)
2 Mar 2023
Episode #004 - Interview with Chris a man who received ABA Therapy
In this episode of the iLearnABA podcast, Troy and Nick interview one of Nick's past clients (over 2 years removed). This podcast digs into what it's like to grow up with Autism and what it's like to be a client receiving ABA supports. This interview is truly a unique and rare experience. Chris was gracious and brave enough to allow Troy and Nick to ask real and deep questions about his life. Podcast presented by "iLearn ABA" an organization dedicated to teaching and furthering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com
23 Feb 2023
Episode #003 / Article Discussion "Richard M. Foxx"
Mike Rubio, Nick Ascolese, and Troy Beyer discuss a great article by Richard M. Foxx, where Foxx defines 7 character traits that make a great behavior technician. This conversation was a lot of fun to record and the content has a wide range of value to many fields including education and any other field where helping others is involved. Article: The Jack Tizzard Memorial Lecture Decreasing Behaviours: Clinical, Ethical, and Environmental Issues Richard M. Foxx To cite this article: Richard M. Foxx (1985) The Jack Tizzard Memorial Lecture Decreasing Behaviours: Clinical, Ethical, and Environmental Issues, Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 11:4, 189-199, DOI: 10.3109/13668258508998639 To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.3109/13668258508998639 Podcast presented by "iLearn ABA" an organization dedicated to teaching and furthering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com
9 Feb 2023
Episode #002 / Article Discussion and Analysis
Troy Beyer, Nick Ascolese, and Mike Rubio discuss an article written in 2019 titled: How much compliance is too much compliance: Is long-term ABA therapy abuse? Aileen Herlinda Sandoval-Norton & Gary Shkedy | To cite this article: Aileen Herlinda Sandoval-Norton & Gary Shkedy | (2019) How much compliance is too much compliance: Is long-term ABA therapy abuse?, Cogent Psychology, 6:1, 1641258, DOI: 10.1080/23311908.2019.1641258 To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.1080/23311908.2019.1641258 Podcast presented by "iLearn ABA" an organization dedicated to teaching and furthering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com
2 Feb 2023
Episode #001 / Article Discussion and Analysis
Troy Beyer, Nick Ascolese, and Mike Rubio discuss an article written in 1996 titled "Twenty Years of Applied Behavior Analysis in Treating the Most Severe Problem Behavior: Lessons Learned. " Written by: Richard M. Foxx / Penn State University, Harrisburg. Podcast presented by "iLearn ABA" an organization dedicated to teaching and furthering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Music provided by Dive Bar Saints. They can be found at: https://divebarsaintsband.com
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