ABA on Tap
The ABA podcast, crafted for BCBAs, RBTs, OBMers, and ABA therapy business owners, that serves up Applied Behavior Analysis with a twist! A podcast for BCBAs, RBTs, fieldwork trainees, related service professionals, parents, and ABA therapy business owners Taking Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) beyond the laboratory and straight into real-world applications, ABA on Tap is the BCBA podcast that breaks down behavior science into engaging, easy-to-digest discussions. Hosted by Mike Rubio (BCBA), Dan Lowery (BCBA), and Suzanne Juzwik (BCBA, OBM expert), this ABA podcast explores everything from Behavior Analysis, BT and RBT training, BCBA supervision, the BACB, fieldwork supervision, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), OBM, ABA strategies, the future of ABA therapy, behavior science, ABA-related technology, including machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), virtual learning or virtual reality, instructional design, learning & development, and cutting-edge ABA interventions—all with a laid-back, pub-style atmosphere. Whether you're a BCBA, BCBA-D, BCaBA, RBT, Behavior Technician, Behavior Analyst, teacher, parent, related service professional, ABA therapy business owner, or OBM professional, this podcast delivers science-backed insights on human behavior with humor, practicality, and a fresh perspective. We serve up ABA therapy, Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), compassionate care, and real-world case studies—no boring jargon, just straight talk about what really works. So, pour yourself a tall glass of knowledge, kick back, and always analyze responsibly. Cheers to better behavior analysis, behavior change, and behavior science!
Episodes
ABA on Tap is so proud to spend some time with the illustrious Portia James. (Part 1 of 2)
As a visionary, a powerhouse of a leader, and a pioneer for women and people of color in her field, Portia James has been shaking conference room tables for nearly two decades. She shares bold perspectives on the lack of representation for black leadership in the workplace and how it impacts decision-making and strategic executio...
ABA on Tap is proud to present Mr. Adam Ventura. (Part 2 of 2)
Adam Ventura, MS, BCBA, is a leader in the integration of artificial intelligence and behavior science. He is the Founder and CEO of Intraverbal AI, a company dedicated to transforming applied behavior analysis (ABA) through AI-powered tools that support ethical decision-making, supervision, and clinical efficiency. Adam's current focus is on leveragin...
ABA on Tap is proud to present Mr. Adam Ventura. (Part 1 of 2)
Adam Ventura, MS, BCBA, is a leader in the integration of artificial intelligence and behavior science. He is the Founder and CEO of Intraverbal AI, a company dedicated to transforming applied behavior analysis (ABA) through AI-powered tools that support ethical decision-making, supervision, and clinical efficiency. Adam's current focus is on leveragin...
ABA on Tap is proud to present Dr. Scott O'Donnell. (Part 2 of 2)
Dr. O’Donnell earned a bachelor’s in Psychology minoring in Cognitive Neuroscience under the mentorship of Dr. Philip Hineline at Temple University where he assisted in conducting an experimental analysis of behavior with rats and pigeons.
Dr. O’Donnell began working with adults with autism and intellectual disabilities in 2013, youth with autism an...
ABA on Tap is proud to present Dr. Scott O'Donnell. (Part 1 of 2)
Dr. O’Donnell earned a bachelor’s in Psychology minoring in Cognitive Neuroscience under the mentorship of Dr. Philip Hineline at Temple University where he assisted in conducting an experimental analysis of behavior with rats and pigeons.
Dr. O’Donnell began working with adults with autism and intellectual disabilities in 2013, youth with autism an...
ABA on Tap is proud to present an interview with Dena Kelly. (Part II)
Dena Kelly, LPC, BCBA, LBS is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 15 years of experience improving children’s eating behavior and quality of life through evidence-based interventions. Founder of Focused Approach, Dena develops ABA-based feeding programs and trains professionals and caregivers nationwide. ...
ABA on Tap is proud to present an interview with Dena Kelly. (Part I)
Dena Kelly, LPC, BCBA, LBS is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 15 years of experience improving children’s eating behavior and quality of life through evidence-based interventions. Founder of Focused Approach, Dena develops ABA-based feeding programs and trains professionals and caregivers nationwide. S...
Part 2 of 2
ABA on Tap is proud to spend some time with Maggie Haraburda, founder and director of Unfurling Littles, a unique treatment center combining ABA with best practices in Early Childhood Education.
Neurodiversity Affirming and rooted in compassionate care; this center takes an approach to supporting children of all neurotypes that is play-based and child-led. Unfurling Littles was created out of a desire to d...
Part 1 of 2
ABA on Tap is proud to spend some time with Maggie Haraburda, founder and director of Unfurling Littles, a unique treatment center combining ABA with best practices in Early Childhood Education.
Neurodiversity Affirming and rooted in compassionate care; this center takes an approach to supporting children of all neurotypes that is play-based and child-led. Unfurling Littles was created out of a desire to d...
(Part 2 of 2)--ABA on Tap is proud to pour Michelle Zeman's brew. Michelle is known to the world as 'The Autistic Behavior Analyst' and she is the proud, and esteemed host of 'Safe Space--The ABA Podcast.'
Michelle has experience in everything any BCBA is well versed in, except she also has the personal experience. She discusses her early intervention prior to insurance mandates for autism tre...
(Part 1 of 2)--ABA on Tap is proud to pour Michelle Zeman's brew. Michelle is known to the world as 'The Autistic Behavior Analyst' and she is the proud, and esteemed host of 'Safe Space--The ABA Podcast.'
Michelle has experience in everything any BCBA is well versed in, except she also has the personal experience. She discusses her early intervention prior to insurance mandates for autism tre...
ABA on Tap is proud to present Matthew Storey, Esq. (Part 2 of 2)
Matt became a special education attorney because he saw firsthand the struggles his family went through navigating the education system. Matt's goal has always been to put parents on equal footing with schools and provide effective representation.
In this episode, we discuss all matters from procedural rights, to the intent of IDEA from its origin, ...
ABA on Tap is proud to present Matthew Storey, Esq. (Part 1 of 2)
Matt became a special education attorney because he saw firsthand the struggles his family went through navigating the education system. Matt's goal has always been to put parents on equal footing with schools and provide effective representation.
In this episode, we discuss all matters from procedural rights, to the intent of IDEA from its origin, ...
The landscape of Applied Behavior Analysis has transformed dramatically over the last decade—from how we collect data to how we run our businesses. In this illuminating conversation, Dan and Mike welcome Suzanne Juzwick, BCBA and founder of Innovation Moon, who shares her unique perspective on the technological evolution reshaping our field.
Suzanne's journey from special education teacher to ABA technol...
The field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is evolving at breakneck speed—from practice management (PM) and data collection software to CRM platforms and value-based care models. To stay ahead, ABA professionals must adapt, innovate, and leverage technology to sustain their businesses.
In this must-listen episode of ABA on Tap, Dan and Mike sit down with Suzanne Juzwik, MA, BCBA—CEO of Innovation Moon and an expert i...
ABA on Tap has discussed the ever ubiquitous 'Do This!' as a discriminative stimulus. And of course, once the child imitates correctly, you say "GOOD JOB!" as the standard, overly used and potentially ineffective consequence, dare we say 'reinforcement.'
In this episode, Mike and Dan brew over an article from Dr. Becky Kennedy (see link below). Dr. Becky advises parents to reconsider the ...
Happy New Year! ABA on Tap says 'thank you' for all your support over the last 5 seasons. We offer a 'Year in Review' for 2024 to revisit all the great tasting 'brews' we offered. Enjoy!
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In this episode we are excited to have a discussion with Kim Warma, the President of Pro-ACT, Inc. Pro-ACT is a widely used crisis management curriculum that is implemented in various settings, from schools, to hospitals, to group homes/residential facilities, and many more. Dan and Mike have experience utilizing the Pro-ACT curriculum, with Dan training the principals for over 10 years for multiple ABA companies, an...
AI has been injected into every aspect of our lives and its been a fast and furious deployment. While the speed of the technology is enticing, it quickly raises questions about the individuality and client specificity of AI output, especially for essential artifacts like medical notes. While medical notes are a well-known nightmare to ABA providers---lengthy, confusing, seemingly meant to confound and confuse, and cle...
Clinical Practice in Applied Behavior Analysis--Special Guest Jennifer Fitzpatrick, CPABA Conference
These days, there is no shortage of controversy over ABA treatment. The neurodivergent community, at least specific outspoken members within, often make general claims about ABA, calling it 'evil' and 'abusive.' Experienced and devoted practitioners beg to differ. Enter Jennifer Fitzpatrick and her efforts in organizing and successfully hosting the inaugural CPABA Conference for 2024. Her intent wa...
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