Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, PhD, BCBA-D
Functional Relations
An ABA podcast where Dr. Zachary Bird and Dr. Caleb Davis set aside time to have engaging conversation with experts in the field of behavior analysis to explore topics like ethics of functional analysis, effective supervision practices, translating research to practice, and others. BACB, IBAO, and QABA CEUs are available for listeners. To purchase, visit www.functionalrelationspodcast.comTo deliver social praise or aversive stimulation, you can email us at functionalrelationspodcast@gmail.com
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Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, PhD, BCBA-D
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Latest episode
Jul 1, 2026
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Episodes
S3E5 - The Supervisor Experience: Using ABA to Support Trainees w/ Dr. Diana Parry-Cruwys and Dr. Jackie MacDonald 28.01.2022 1:13:28
In the fifth episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss updated fieldwork requirements and recent research on systems for promoting successful fieldwork experiences with Dr. Diana Parry-Cruwys and Dr. Jackie MacDonald. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled "The Experience". Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience. 1 supervision l...
S3E4 - The Student Experience: Understanding Selectionism 27.09.2021 39:57
In the fourth episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the concept of selectionism. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled "The Experience". Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the student experience. No CEs are available for this episode. If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of...
S3E3 - The Supervisor Experience: Delivering Thoughtful Feedback w/ Dr. Ellie Kazemi 02.08.2021 1:05:15
In the third episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss ways to thoughtfully deliver feedback that may inspire new performances with Dr. Ellie Kazemi. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled "The Experience". Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience. 1 supervision learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at http...
S3E2 - The Student Experience: Understanding Determinism 18.06.2021 33:41
In the second episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the concept of determinism. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled "The Experience". Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the student experience. No CEs are available for this episode. If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of A...
S3E1 - The Supervisor Experience: Becoming an Effective Supervisor w/ Dr. Tyra Sellers 01.06.2021 1:04:58
In the first episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss the process of becoming an effective supervisor with Dr. Tyra Sellers. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled "The Experience". Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience. 1 supervision learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelati...
Season 3: The Experience 15.05.2021 3:16
On June 1st 2021, Functional Relations returns with Season 3! In Season 3, Zach and Caleb will be focusing on the supervision experience. There will be two types of episodes. The first type will be for BCBAs interested in Supervision CEs. The second type will be for trainees who are looking for supplemental study content.
S2E8 - Social Interaction Preference Assessments w/ Dr. Casey Clay 15.10.2020 57:58
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss social interaction preference assessments with Dr. Casey Clay. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com . If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from t...
S2E7 - Assessing and Treating Childhood Feeding Problems w/ Dr. Bill Ahearn 01.09.2020 1:03:17
This episode Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Bill Ahearn about his research and clinical work assessing and treating childhood feeding problems. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelat...
S2E6 - Anxiety and Autism w/ Dr. Keira Moore 01.08.2020 1:10:33
This episode Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Keira Moore about her research and clinical work assessing and treating anxiety with individuals diagnosed with autism. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon...
S2E5 - Teaching Problem Solving w/ Dr. Judah Axe 02.07.2020 1:00:22
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss teaching problem solving with Dr. Judah Axe. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com . If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast References: Axe, J. B., Phelan, S. H., & Irwi...
S2E4 - Planning and Leading Effective Meetings w/ Dr. Linda LeBlanc 01.06.2020 1:05:49
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss how to plan and lead more effective meetings with Dr. Linda LeBlanc. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out fr...
S2E3 - Sleep Treatments w/ Dr. Keira Moore 01.05.2020 1:09:46
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss research and clinical considerations regarding implementation of sleep treatments with Dr. Keira Moore. 1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrela...
S2E2 - Telehealth Considerations w/ Dr. Kelly Schieltz 08.04.2020 1:03:54
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss research and considerations regarding the delivery of telehealth services with Dr. Kelly Schieltz. 1 FREE learning CE is available for this episode. You can "purchase" them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functional...
S2E1 - RUBI Parent Training w/ Dr. Karen Bearss 01.04.2020 1:02:17
In the first episode in the "From Research to Practice" themed Season 2, Zach and Caleb discuss parent training. They are joined by Dr. Karen Bearss to discuss the RUBI parent training system. 1 Learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider...
Season 2: "From Research to Practice" 24.03.2020 2:02
On April 1st, Functional Relations is back with Season 2! The theme for Season 2 is "From Research to Practice". The show is hosted by Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, MS, BCBA. You can visit us on Facebook , Instagram , Youtube , or www.functionalrelationspodcast.com . Let's do this!
S1E6 - Evidence-based Practice and Social Validity: Can We Have Both? 22.12.2019 1:58:18
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the balance of social validity with empirically-supported interventions. They are joined by Dr. Pat Friman, Dr. Bob Ross, and Dr. Paulo Guilhardi. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, ple...
S1E5 - Ethics of Social Media: Perks and Pitfalls 01.12.2019 1:55:01
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of social media. They are joined by Dr. Amanda Kelly (Behaviorbabe) and Dr. Megan Miller (#DoBetter). 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things to chec...
S1E4 - Punishment and Its Fallout 14.11.2019 1:48:28
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of punishment and implications for some often-used procedures (e.g., DRO or positive practice). They are joined by Dr. Joshua Jessel, Dr. Robert Ross, and Dr. Paulo Guilhardi. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our sill...
S1E3 - "Follow-Through ABA": Impacts and finding alternatives 21.10.2019 2:00:09
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of escape extinction and alternative procedures. They are joined by Dr. Megan Miller and Dr. Pat Friman. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast Things...
S1E2 - Ethics of Using (Or Not Using) Functional Analysis 06.10.2019 1:47:42
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of functional analysis. They are joined by Dr. SungWoo Kahng and Dr. Sarah Bloom. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www. functionalrelationspodcast.com To further support us, check out our silly video at https://www.patreon.com/ functionalrelationspodcast Things to check out from...
Special Episode - Top 3 Reasons to Support Professional Organizations (non-CE episode) 29.09.2019 39:19
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the the top 3 reasons to support professional organizations. They are joined by Dr. Stacie Bancroft, the president of BABAT. No CEs are available for listening to this episode. To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast . Things to check out from the episode: https://babat.org/
S1E1 - Can I Take That Glass of Water? 22.09.2019 1:57:28
This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics of accepting gifts. They are joined by Dr. Phil Chase and Dr. Paula Kenyon. 2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at www.functionalrelationspodcast.com . To further support us, check out our silly video at www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast . Things to check out from the episode: BACB Professional and Ethical C...
Coming Soon: Functional Relations Podcast 26.08.2019 1:31
On September 22, a new ABA podcast, Functional Relations , will launch. The show is hosted by Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, MS, BCBA. You can visit us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or www.functionalrelationspodcast.com . Hope you enjoy!
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