David C. Palmer
Behavior analyst and scholar with expertise in Skinnerian analysis and verbal behavior; provides detailed tutorial-style explanations on selectionism and related concepts in the episode.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 39min
The Evolution of Verbal Behavior. Part 1.
In this insightful discussion, David C. Palmer, a behavior analyst and expert in Skinnerian analysis, dives into the evolution of verbal behavior and selectionism. He explores how Darwin's selectionism offers an understanding of order without supernatural design. Palmer illuminates the role of reinforcement in shaping behavior and connects cultural practices to survival strategies. Through examples like hygiene and weaponry, he reveals how cultural traits are selected over generations, highlighting the blurred lines of cultural selection in our interconnected world.
Mar 29, 2019 • 1h 31min
Verbal Behavior and Relational Frame Theory: Session 80 with David Palmer and Josh Pritchard
David Palmer, a veteran behavior analyst and scholar known for his work on verbal behavior, teams up with Josh Pritchard, an expert in ABA service scaling. They discuss the distinctions between Skinner's approach and Relational Frame Theory (RFT). Palmer critiques RFT while championing problem-solving as a means to analyze relational responding. Pritchard highlights RFT's utility in interpreting language nuances. The conversation shifts to practical applications for clinicians, emphasizing the importance of data-based decisions and flexible training methods.
