Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman

91:42

Teaching Behaviour Analysis by Living It with Dr. Don...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/10/02

Dr. Don Togade came to behaviour analysis through a deeply personal journey, one that began with trying to better understand himself.Don and Ben explore how that journey now shapes the way he teaches future behaviour analysts, from mindfulness, gratitude, and self-monitoring to cultural humility, feedback, and interdisciplinary collaboration. They also discuss AI, professional regulation, Mindful Seeds, and what Don sees as perhaps the most meaningful outcome of his career: becoming a kinder

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106:43

Why Reconciliation Must Move at the Speed of Trust: A...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/09/25

In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Ben Reiman sits down with Indigenous educator, consultant, speaker, and entrepreneur Len Pierre. Grounding the discussion in his Coast Salish identity and his roots in Katzie First Nation, Len shares his journey of cultural reclamation, receiving his ancestral name, and learning to navigate both Indigenous and colonial worlds. Len explores the history and teachings of Katzie territory, the importance of language revitalization, and the role of

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86:45

From Sudan to Systems Change: Two Sisters Using...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/09/18

What happens when community, culture, behavioural science, and public health intersect?In this inspiring conversation, Ben Reiman sits down with sisters Ruaa Hassaballa and Ithar Hassaballa, two behavioural scientists whose journey began in Sudan and evolved into careers dedicated to health equity, systems change, community engagement, and global health. The sisters share how their upbringing in Sudan, immigration to the United States, and the influence of parents rooted in teaching, anthropology,

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111:37

The Hidden Cost of Masking: Autism, Identity and...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/09/15

In this conversation, Dr. Amy Pearson shares her personal and professional journey in autism research, discussing her experiences as a late-diagnosed autistic individual and the impact of her lived experience on her research. She explores the challenges of navigating the academic landscape as an autistic researcher, the importance of neurodiversity affirming practices, and the need for a shift from deficit-based models to a more inclusive understanding of autism. The discussion highlights the

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58:27

Compassion Before Compliance: Training Behaviour...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/09/11

What if the most important skill in behaviour analysis isn't a technical skill at all? In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben Reiman sits down with BCBA and PhD candidate Preeti Vogel to discuss compassionate care, cultural responsiveness, and the crucial role these skills play in effective behaviour support. Drawing on over a decade of experience working across India and Australia, Preeti shares how her professional journey shaped her understanding of behaviour analysis and ultimately influenced

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90:10

Relationship-Centered ABA, Clinical Humility, and...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/25

In this episode, Ben sits down with behaviour analyst and entrepreneur Sara Silsilah to discuss her remarkable journey from Saudi Arabia to Columbia University and back again. Sara shares how a chance encounter during a university fire drill led her into the field of autism and behaviour analysis, and how her grandmother's lifelong commitment to supporting children with disabilities shaped her values and career path.The conversation explores the evolution of ABA practice, the importance of autistic

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90:19

Building ABA in Nepal: From Parent Advocacy to...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/21

In this episode, Ben Reiman speaks with Pragya Shrestha Pradhan, a parent, founder, advocate, and behaviour analyst working to expand autism and ABA services in Nepal. Pragya describes how her daughter Avaani’s autism diagnosis introduced her to a world of limited services, long waitlists, and cultural stigma around disability. That experience eventually led her to training in India, involvement in parent education, the founding of Avaani Foundation, and later her certification as a behaviour

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72:33

Bridging ABA, Speech Pathology, and Cultural Humility...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/18

In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben welcomes Mei-Hua Li, BCBA-D and speech-language pathology clinical fellow, for a discussion that sits at the intersection of behaviour analysis, communication, and cultural responsiveness. Drawing from her unique dual training in applied behaviour analysis and speech-language pathology, Mei-Hua explores how collaboration between BCBAs and SLPs can improve outcomes for autistic individuals and others with communication needs.The conversation examines AAC and

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68:28

Compassionate ABA for Adults: Dr. Olivia Hird-Partlow...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/14

In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Dr. Olivia Hird-Partlow offers a thoughtful and deeply practical conversation about ABA across the lifespan. Originally from Canada and now based in Maryland, Olivia Hird-Partlow describes her path into ABA through early training at Kennedy Krieger, her work across clinics, homes, schools, and residential settings, and her current teaching role at McDaniel College, where she teaches ABA courses within a master’s program in human services. A major focus of the

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82:31

Urban Indigenous Health, Kinship & Cultural...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/11

In this powerful conversation, Meena Richardson, an Assistant Scientist at the Center for Indigenous Health at Johns Hopkins University, shares her work supporting urban Indigenous communities through community-based participatory research, cultural connectedness, and Indigenous-led approaches to healing. Drawing from her experiences as a citizen of the Haliwa-Saponi Tribe and her Indo-Fijian heritage, Meena explores how identity, kinship, and relationships serve as mechanisms for wellness and

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63:14

Behaviour Analysis in Russia: Natalia Polikarpova on...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/07

What does behaviour analysis look like in Russia today? In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben welcomes Natalia Polikarpova, behaviour analyst, educator, supervisor, and leader in the Russian-speaking ABA community. Natalia shares her journey from engineering to behaviour analysis, discusses the early development of ABA in Russia, and reflects on the growth of professional training, supervision, and certification opportunities across Russian-speaking countries. She also explores the impact of the

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54:13

Fire Safety for Neurodivergent Learners

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/08/04

In this episode of Behaviour Speak, host Ben Reiman speaks with Sarah Elkami Trdina, Lina Pezzo Szodo, and Camila Grullon from Always Connected Treatment Network (ACTN) about an innovative partnership with Mississauga Fire. The conversation explores how behaviour analysts and fire safety professionals collaborated to create accessible fire safety education for neurodivergent children, youth, and families. The guests discuss caregiver workshops, desensitization protocols for smoke alarms, emergency

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96:34

Katisha Paul: One Heart, One Mind | Indigenous...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/31

This is Part Two of my conversation with Katisha Paul.After exploring her personal journey in Part One, we dive into the work that has made Katisha one of the most recognized Indigenous advocates of her generation. We discuss: Leadership lessons from her ancestors The history and impact of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs Indigenous governance and self-determination Women's leadership and matriarchal responsibility Indigenous representation at the United Nations The Global Indigenous Youth

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66:47

Behaviour Science in Sports: How N'Kayah Kersey Is...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/28

What happens when a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst brings behavioural science into competitive athletics? In this episode, Ben Reiman welcomes N'Kayah Kersey, BCBA, former Division I basketball player, athlete wellness consultant, and founder of Practiced. N'Kayah shares her journey from mentoring at-risk youth at Boys Town to building an innovative consulting practice that helps athletes, coaches, parents, and organizations improve performance through behavioral systems. The discussion explores

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48:35

Katisha Paul : Part 1- Finding Her Voice | Indigenous...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/24

Katisha Paul is one of the most influential Indigenous leaders of her generation. In Part One of this special two-part conversation, she shares the deeply personal story behind her advocacy and leadership.Katisha reflects on her childhood, family, cultural identity, and ancestry. She speaks openly about surviving abuse, growing up in remote communities, and carrying responsibilities far beyond her years. She also discusses how she learned to use her voice after years of silence and why protecting

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61:02

Building Behaviour Analysis in Lebanon: Resilience,...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/22

What does it take to build behaviour analysis in the middle of economic collapse, political instability, and war? In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben Reiman speaks with Christine Der Sarkissian, President of the Association for Behavior Analysis in Lebanon (ABAL), about the remarkable growth of ABA in Lebanon. They discuss parent advocacy, professional certification, culturally responsive practice, inclusion, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the challenges of delivering autism services

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83:28

Building Culturally Responsive Family-Centred PBS for...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/14

For decades, behaviour analysts have worked to develop evidence-based interventions that improve quality of life for children and families. But evidence-based doesn't always mean culturally responsive. In this episode, Ben welcomes Chloe Wang, BCBA and PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia, whose dissertation explores a culturally responsive, group-based Family-Centred Positive Behaviour Support program designed specifically for Chinese immigrant families of children with autism. Chloe

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64:33

Building Autism Services from the Ground Up: The...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/10

When Mafer Chang Espinoza returned to Ecuador after completing her education in the United States, she found a country where autism was poorly understood, ABA was virtually nonexistent, and many families had nowhere to turn. Rather than accepting the status quo, she began building something entirely new. Starting with just a few children, ethical supervision from international mentors, and a vision for accessible services, Mafer founded Centro Enigma—an organization that has spent more than a decade

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72:09

Beyond Compliance: Constructional Exposure Therapy,...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/07

What if severe behaviour isn't something to eliminate—but evidence that important skills or opportunities are missing? Katie Gibson joins Behaviour Speak to explore the Constructional Approach, an increasingly influential framework developed from Israel Goldiamond's work and expanded through Nonlinear Contingency Analysis. Rather than asking how to stop behaviour, Katie explains how clinicians can identify the repertoires that are absent and build those instead. The result is often that severe

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90:48

Building a Legacy: Quatiba Davis, Family, and the...

Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman ·

2026/07/03

Leadership isn't something we inherit—it’s something we model. In this powerful multi-generational conversation, Ben Reiman welcomes Quatiba Davis, along with her daughters, Keniyah Rowe and Kennedy Rowe, for an honest discussion about leadership, resilience, representation, disability, family, and the future of Applied Behaviour Analysis. Quatiba shares the remarkable journey that took her from special education teacher to becoming the first Black Chief Clinical Officer in ABA, overseeing clinical

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