Dialogues on Verbal Behavior
B. F. Skinner Foundation
David C. Palmer, PhD, and David Roth provide chapter-by-chapter in-depth analysis of B. F. Skinner's classic, VERBAL BEHAVIOR.
Episodes
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Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 26min
Chapter 4: Verbal Behavior Under the Control of Verbal Stimuli
Chapter 4, Verbal Behavior Under the Control of Verbal Stimuli, is analyzed.
Sep 18, 2024 • 55min
Chapter 3: The Mand
Discussion moves to Part II of the book, Controlling Variables. Dave Palmer and David Roth talk about Chapter 3, The Mand.
Sep 18, 2024 • 2h 6min
Chapter 2: General Problems
Dave Palmer and David Roth wrap up the conversation on Part I of Verbal Behavior, A Program. Chapter 2, General Problems, is discussed.
Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 49min
Chapter 1: A Functional Analysis of Verbal Behavior
Join Dave Palmer and David Roth as they delve into the fascinating world of Skinner's Verbal Behavior. They tackle the challenges posed to behaviorism, discussing early criticisms and anecdotes from linguistics classes. Explore Skinner's empirical work, the importance of auditory feedback, and the unique properties of verbal behavior. They highlight the mediator role of listeners and critique traditional interpretations, advocating for objective descriptions grounded in established principles. It's a deep dive into the intersection of language and behavior!
