

Behavior Bitches
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Ever wonder why guys always assume you’re down to get dirty within 3 seconds of meeting them? Why you keep making the same bad decisions and getting back with your crummy ex? Why you can’t stick to a diet? Well, there’s a reason and we’re ready to be direct AF with you by behaviorally breaking down the situation and identifying the function in a way that any average Joe or Jane can understand.
Liat Sacks, a badass Behavior Analyst and your soon to be BFF, makes this “random” world make sense through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Liat Sacks, a badass Behavior Analyst and your soon to be BFF, makes this “random” world make sense through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
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Mar 16, 2020 • 1h
How to get what the F you want with Zabeen Mirza Head Negotiator
We were #luckyAF to sit down and chat with Zabeen Mirza. Zabeen heads the North American division of the Schranner Negotiation Institute and brings twelve years of business management, corporate strategy, and new venture development experience to the table. She climbed her way up the rankings being the youngest woman of color to do what she has done. This makes for one badass bitch (this means alot coming from THE Bitches themselves). Her grit and determination is evident in every word that comes out of her mouth. Our favorite line she said was, “ You don’t have to like me, you don’t even have to respect me. However, you do have to negotiate with me.” After listening to this episode you will never settle for anything less than the best.
Show notes:
For more information on the Women’s Negotiators Conference in NY
https://www.schranner.com/events/details/2020/06/15/seminars/i-do-it-my-way-no-excuses-new-york
Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/deadlock/
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Go to www.patreon.com/behaviorbitches
Love ya. Mean it.

Mar 9, 2020 • 46min
SOS: Purell is sold out #CoronaVirus
We decided to take a break from our usual guests, and tune into what’s going on in the world right now: CORONA VIRUS. If you haven’t heard about it you may be living under a rock. If social media hasn’t made you #ScaredAF, then congrats, but seriously. The country is up in arms, Purell is sold out, toilet paper is like gold, and we’re terrified to leave our house. But, hey we are behavior analysts after all. There has to be some behavioral changes we can make to aid the situation. Instead of scaring the F%#k out of you, we decided to take a different approach and discuss what we can do instead. Tune in or miss out. Love ya. Mean it.
Show notes:
https://theconversation.com/coronavirus-how-behaviour-can-help-control-the-spread-of-covid-19-132247
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/03/03/our-lack-paid-sick-leave-will-make-coronavirus-worse/
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/mar/05/even-as-behavioural-researchers-we-couldnt-resist-the-urge-to-buy-toilet-paper
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www.patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast
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Mar 2, 2020 • 58min
“Covering almost every item on the task list with Dr. Steven Kurtz”
This episode is full, and we mean FULL, of behavioral principles. Dr. Steve Kurtz reached out to us after hearing guest Chelsea (Outloud Podcast) talk about Selective Mutism. Steve in an internationally recognized expert #BFD in child psychology. He is also the founder of the Selective Mutism Programs at both the NYU Child Study Center and the Child Mind Institute. In his email to us he said let’s talk about “awesome ABA implemented in a non-autistic context.” It was almost like he knew what we did over here at BBP. Steve instantly became one of our favorite guests and an honorary Behavior B. Steve also sent us both pins that say, “Get Comfortable, Being Uncomfortable.” I mean this guy is the real deal. You are going to love this conversation as much as we did, promise. Love you. Mean it.
Show Notes:
Selectivemutismlearning.org
https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/

Feb 24, 2020 • 1h 2min
This sh*t is cray-Human Behavior Hacking with: Susan Ibitz
In episode 38 sh*it gets real. Our guest is Susan Ibitz, a Human Behavior Hacker at the Human Behavior Lab. She has Over 28 years of experience working and training in the US, South America, Caribbean, Mexico & Europe. She developed the first training incorporating Face Reading, Statement Analysis-Linguistic, Micro Expressions, & Body Language. She is also a hostage negotiator (clearly we like this topic). She told us this: “I'm just a bitch with a couple certifications” and that's totally cool with us. This episode gets emotional AF as Susan reads Casey’s face for the first time. If you want to get to know us even better, tune in to this one. We love you. Mean it.
Show notes:
www.linkedin.com/in/susan-ibitz
humanbehaviorlab.com
https://humanbehaviorlab.com/webinar/
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Feb 17, 2020 • 38min
The Hustle of Entrepreneurship with Zo Rana from Theralytics
On today’s show, episode 37, we have CEO and Founder of Theraytics on to talk all about starting and running a business in ABA. Zo talks about the #hustle and #struggles as well as the benefits of working for yourself. Zo Rana is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has been in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for over 14 years. With his extensive background in ABA and software development, Zo decided to create a user-friendly, robust, and affordable platform; cue Theralytics! He is passionate about helping other agencies streamline their business so they can continue to provide high quality services to their clients. Zo keeps it transparent and relatable just like us. **This episode is sponsored by Theralytics
Show notes.
This episode is sponsored by Theralytics.
https://www.theralytics.net/
www.patreon.com/behaviorbitches

Feb 10, 2020 • 1h 6min
From Big Pimpin' to Big Advocate with Former Pimp, Armand King
They say pimpin’ is a habit according to rapper, David Banner. But is it? On today’s episode we have an ex-pimp, Armand King, who has broken that habit and works tirelessly day after day to break that habit for many others who have gone down the same path he once walked. Hearing that someone was pimping females, gives you the immediate reaction of thinking, “I hate this motherf%$ker”. However, once you finish this episode we are pretty sure you’re going to leave loving this guy. Tune in or miss the F out!
Show Notes:
You can grab a copy of Armand’s book, “Raised in Pimp City” below:
https://www.amazon.com/Raised-Pimp-City-Domestic-Trafficking/dp/0578596245/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=raised+in+pimp+city&qid=1580862362&sr=8-1
As always you can find your favorite bitches on:
Instagram: @behaviorbitchespodcast
Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast
Website: www.behaviorbitches.com

Feb 3, 2020 • 43min
Serial Killers: Four Functions of Murder
On today’s episode are talking with a forensic psychologist (and BCBA #fancy) about the four functions of murder/serial killer behavior. If you are a #crimejunkie this episode is for you. Mary Wong, Ph.D, BCBA has lots of experience dealing with adults with forensic backgrounds such as substance abuse and sexual offenses. Tune in. Leave love. Mean it.
www.patreon.com/behaviorbitches

Jan 27, 2020 • 50min
Circle, “Group Message our Listeners” “Sammi is live”, Send Message.
Did The BB’s really get Sammi from Netflix's show “The Circle” on the podcast? Yes they did, you better believe it. Sammi is not only the fan favorite but she is a badass behavior technician who is almost finished with her masters in ABA. She knew how to apply those behavior principles to the game and she earned her way into the top influencer spot more than once. #Yahhhbuddyyyy. She was real Af, and authentic to the core the entire show. Tune in to learn more about the behaviors that go into a reality T.V. show!
Show notes:
Instagram: @itssammiee
www.patreon.com/behaviorbitches

Jan 23, 2020 • 1h 2min
The Science of Happily Ever After with Ty Tashiro
On Episode 33 we bring on a very special guest who we are beyond honored to have the chance to interview. Ty Tashiro has a Ph.D in psychology and is the author of some badass books, including The Science of Happily Ever After, which we go into great detail on this episode. He has been a speaker on TEDx, Harvard Business School, and the American Psychological Association. Ty is also your genie in a bottle and you get three wishes for the characteristics of your ideal mate. If you want to know what you should be prioritizing when looking for your #soulmate you need to tune the F in or miss the F out. Love you. Mean it.
Show notes:
http://tytashiro.com/
http://tytashiro.com/the-science-of-happily-ever-after/
www.patreon.com/behaviorbitches

Jan 13, 2020 • 55min
Finding a Voice: Selective Mutism
Today’s episode sheds light on a topic that many people don’t know much if anything at all about. On this episode, the bitches bring on Chelsea Gamache, a BCBA, who was diagnosed with Selective Mutism at the age of 5 years old. We find out what it was like to grow up with such an extreme anxiety, that no words come out. She gives us the inside scoop on how we can help these individuals struggling to find their voice. Tune in or miss out.
Show notes:
Join us on Patreon www.patreon.com/behaviorbitches
Go follow her at Outloud: The Selective Mutism Podcast
Here is a free online e-course about SM for parents, teachers, therapists: http://www.selectivemutismlearning.org/
Good article explaining what it is:
https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Who-Put-the-C-in-the-CBT-In-Balance-In-Focus-Spring-2016.pdf
The following approaches use positive reinforcement and shaping!
Article about effective therapy Parent-Child Interaction Therapy: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S088761851930091X
Another PCIT article:
https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/PCIT-SM-Chapter-2018-Cotter-et-al-1.pdf
Another Treatment Approach:
https://selectivemutismcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Selective_mutism_communication_anxiety_treatment_children.pdf?fbclid=IwAR25VYAm2E0P2nD4_4D6QVhTJykmW-7PZXP81kSb3srwWi5zTQbwhpWScDU
For more resources go to
Kurtzpsychology.com
https://selectivemutismcenter.org/


