Dr. Alicia Naser, Ph.D., BCBA-D

The Behavior of Sport

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The Behavior of Sport podcast is a behavioral sports psychology podcast exploring the psychology and behavioral aspects of high performance, mental performance, athlete mental health, coaching, and all things high-level sport. Each episode examines how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors show up under pressure, on the ice and in competition across all sports. From navigating mistakes and expectations to managing pressure in high-stakes moments, this podcast breaks down what actually drives performance when it counts. Grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis, Contextual Behavioral Science, and real-...

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Dr. Alicia Naser, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Episodes

Performance Insights and Athlete Mental Health with FIFA Agent, Guilherme Von Cüpper 30.03.2026 49:30

In this episode of The Behavior of Sport podcast, Dr. Naser sits down with Guilherme Von Cüpper, licensed FIFA agent and the Director of Berlin Sports Group. Guilherme shares his extensive experience the within the global football industry. Discover how mental health is transforming from taboo to essential in high-performance sports and learn the importance of holistic athlete care. Timestamps: 00...

Scouting, Talent and the Intangibles in the NHL with Mike Futa 23.03.2026 54:10

In this episode of Blades & Behavior™️ Dr. Alicia Naser sits down with Mike Futa, former Assistant GM of the LA Kings and and current co-host of Sportsnet The FAN Hockey Show, exploring the nuances of talent evaluation, character, and mental toughness in hockey. They share rich stories from Futa's career, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, courage, and environment in developing elite...

Mental Performance and NBA Coaching 16.03.2026 25:33

In this episode of Blades & Behavior™️, Dr. Naser sits down with Scott Morrison, Assistant Coach for the Utah Jazz, to discuss maintaining peak performance behind the scenes in professional basketball. They explore the often overlooked role of support staff in high-performance environments and the mental and emotional skills required to consistently operate at an elite level. Scott shares insi...

Supporting High Performance, Insights from a NHL Manual Therapist 09.03.2026 27:29

In this episode of Blades & Behavior™️, Dr. Naser sits down with Mike Maresca, manual therapist for the Carolina Hurricanes, to discuss what it takes to support elite athletes behind the scenes. They explore the often overlooked role of support staff in the NHL and the mental skills required to operate in a high performance environment. Dr. Naser and Mike discuss mental resilience, emotional r...

Mental Performance and Coaching in the AHL with Harry Mahesh 24.02.2026 55:30

Harry Mahesh, Assistant Coach of the AHL Abbotsford Canucks delves into the role of a coach and the strategies used to manage and support players. It explores the challenges of balancing player urgency with growth, identifying skill deficits versus mental blocks, and adapting coaching to individual player needs. The importance of communication and accountability in coaching is also highlighted. Th...