Latest Behaviorscience Podcast Episodes
43-Reaching Our Potential with Proper Attribution Pt 3.
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - April 01, 2024 11:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsWelcome to Part 3 of our captivating podcast series, “Freeing the Crabs from the Bucket. Reaching Our Potential by Recognizing Others,” from the Global Online Animal Training Series. In Part 1, we uncovered the concept of plagiarism and its benefits to the animal training industry. Part 2 reveal...
42-Reaching Our Potential with Proper Attribution Pt 2
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - March 25, 2024 11:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsWelcome to Part 2 of our podcast series, “Freeing the Crabs from the Bucket. Reaching Our Potential by Recognizing Others,” from the Global Online Animal Training Series. In Part 1, we explored the concept of plagiarism and its benefits to the animal training industry. Part 2 delves into the rep...
41-Reaching Our Potential with Proper Attribution Pt 1
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - March 18, 2024 11:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsAre you a fan of multitasking? I certainly am, and that's why I love audiobooks. They allow me to absorb knowledge while walking my dog or preparing animal diets. In this podcast series, I'm your guide through “Freeing the Crabs from the Bucket. Reaching Our Potential by Recognizing Others.” Thi...
40 - The Role of Assent in Animal Training with Anna Linnehan and Awab Abdel-Jalil
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - February 19, 2024 15:22 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsAssent is a new buzzword in animal training. But what does it really mean? My special guests, Anna Linnehan and Awab Abdel-Jalil, help us understand. These experts in nonlinear contingency analysis and the constructional approach have collaborated, along with others, to publish two articles on a...
39 - Maximizing the Conference Experience
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - October 22, 2023 13:27 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsIn this episode we explore how conferences help you unlock the power of connection. We discover how to maximize the conference experience by delving into networking strategies, hidden learning opportunities, staying healthy to go the distance, and the importance of professionalism. From navigati...
38 - The History of Giraffe Training with Amy Phelps
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - August 30, 2023 16:06 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsAmy Phelps is truly a pioneer in giraffe training. In this episode she shares the inspiring history of training giraffes. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from someone who was there from the beginning, training behaviors for the very first time that have now become standard in the ind...
37 - The Details are in the Data
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - August 20, 2023 23:13 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsThe information I share is frequently inspired by the work done in real life creating behavior change. This episode is no exception. During a recent zoo consultation data collection was essential to address a behavior challenge. Our observations revealed some very interesting results which led...
36 This is Uncomfortable.....
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - August 12, 2023 16:35 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsThis episode was inspired by my own personal journey addressing some discomfort over a much-anticipated upcoming event. While helping myself become more relaxed, I was reminded of some parallels in my work with animals. The word uncomfortable can mean different things to different trainers. Ther...
35 - Reinforcement Tactics. Different Types, What They Look Like, and How You Can Use Them
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - July 30, 2023 17:45 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsThe recently published article Increasing Socially Significant Behaviors for Children with Autism Using Synchronous Reinforcement by Stordahl et al. (2023) has inspired this episode. Synchronous reinforcement, episodic reinforcement, conjugate reinforcement, and demand functions can all play a ...
34 - Animal Trainer Growing Pains
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - July 23, 2023 15:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsWhen innovative ideas emerge in the animal training world it can spark conversation. For some it evokes behavior change, for others not just yet, and maybe not ever. When there is resistance to emerging ideas, it can be frustrating for those who have been reinforced by changing their behavior. B...
33 - Pros and Cons about Talking While Training
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - July 08, 2023 20:31 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsAre you convinced your animals love it when you talk to them? Or perhaps it is the opposite, maybe it seems like your words mean absolutely nothing. In some cases, it may feel like your voice is helpful and in other cases it may seem like talking to them only made things worse. How can this be? ...
32 - 7 Myths About Negative Reinforcement
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - July 03, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsDo you have doubts about negative reinforcement? I understand! I sure did. That was until someone took the time to clear up some misunderstandings I had because of what I had been previously taught. That moment changed my life and how I am now able to help improve animal welfare. Many animals ar...
31-Is The Future of Animal Training Constructional? With Sean Will and Maasa Nishimuta
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - January 11, 2022 02:02 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsHave you been hearing the word “constructional” a lot lately? There is a reason for that! The animal training community is evolving, and it is extremely exciting. It has a lot to do with a different way of looking at behavior change that is known as "the constructional approach". My special gues...
30 - Effective Reinforcement with Jesus Rosales-Ruiz and Mary Hunter
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - July 05, 2021 21:43 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsMy special guests this episode are Dr Jesus Rosales-Ruiz and Mary Hunter. As hosts of the Art and Science of Animal Training Conference, they bring together behavior scientists and animal trainers to inspire both communities and elevate the conversation. The theme of the most recent conference w...
29 - CAT with Kellie Snider
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - June 12, 2021 14:20 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsConstructional Aggression Treatment, also known as CAT, first debuted in the animal training community in 2007 when Kellie Snider made the procedure the focus of her thesis. Since then it has been fine tuned, practiced, applied and successfully replicated countless of times with a wide variety o...
28 - Improving Animal Welfare with Science with Eddie Fernandez and Rickey Kinley
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - May 10, 2021 22:29 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsDo you have a feeling something you are doing or would like to do could improve animal welfare? Have you thought about collecting data, evaluating your results, and publishing it so others can benefit? My guests in this episode are Dr Eddie Fernandez and Rickey Kinley. They share how zoos can pa...
27 - Training Marine Mammals with Andy Ferris and Maggie Gonio
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - April 21, 2021 20:21 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsWorking with marine mammals is often identified as the dream job for many pursuing a career in animal training. Although I personally went a different direction to learn about training, I have had a number of good friends gain their training chops working with marine mammals. My guests in this e...
26 - Training Orangutans for Cardiac Care
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - February 26, 2021 22:14 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsWhether you work with great apes or not you have to listen to this episode! Here is why. This episode is all about making a difference. It is also a great reminder that everyone has the power to make changes that can have a tremendous impact on animal welfare. As you listen to this episode, I en...
25 - How Trained Birds are Advancing Technology with Dr David Lentink
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - February 01, 2021 20:29 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsI am often reminded of all the incredible things animals and training brings to the world. My guest this episode is the perfect example. You are going to love this fascinating interview with zoologist and engineer Dr David Lentink. David has merged his passion for nature and technology to study ...
24 - Veterinary Behavior with Dr Valli Parthasarathy
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - January 18, 2021 19:57 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsMany animal caregivers seek veterinary advice when their animal is showing undesired behavior. In some cases underlying health issues can be contributing to behavior problems that need to be addressed. However there may be other factors to consider that require the services of a veterinarian who...
23 - Improving Training with Evidence with Dr Erica Feuerbacher
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - January 04, 2021 02:42 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsAre you absolutely convinced your dog loves it when you talk to him? My special guest is behavior analyst Dr Erica Feuerbacher. She explores questions like this and more. Her research has looked at whether dogs prefer petting over praise and what consequences function best as reinforcers. In thi...
22 - Zoo Design with Behavior in Mind with Douglas Richardson
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - December 17, 2020 16:38 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsNo matter what your role is when it comes to animal care, at some point you will likely encounter a situation that will cause you to examine the space in which the animal lives. It may be a behavior problem. It may be the opportunity to redesign an enclosure. It may be changes to your animal col...
21- Elevating Elephant Programs with Gerry Creighton
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - December 06, 2020 18:06 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsElephants have captured the hearts of mankind for centuries, including the heart of Gerry Creighton, Operations Manager for Dublin Zoo and Elephant Care Consultant. As a consultant, Gerry has traveled the world bringing innovation, backed by science to create elephant programs that thrive. Gerry...
20 - Make Medical Care Fear Free for Your Birds
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - September 25, 2020 21:17 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsDiscover how veterinary professionals, trainers and animal caregivers are working together to make fear free medicine a reality for avian patients. Every detail from what you can do at home, to how the patient is welcomed into the clinic, as well as what happens in the exam room is taken into co...
19 - Manage the Environment to Get Behavior
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - August 29, 2020 21:40 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsIn this episode I get into one of my favorite subjects. It's not so much about knowing scientific terminology, but it does require some specialized skill sets. I do think every trainer needs to be a little bit of an engineer, a physicist, an artist and most definitely an ethologist. All these sk...
18 Critical Thinking Skills with Dr Suzanne Hetts and Dr Dan Estep
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - July 17, 2020 19:17 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsAre you one of those trainers who gobbles up as much information about training as you possibly can? Do you ever question that information, or do you immediately accept it as valid? It can be challenging to know how to evaluate resources, especially if you are new to the field or when the inform...
17 Gary Wilson: EATM The College for Animal Trainers
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - June 02, 2020 15:12 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsHave you ever asked the question………”How can I become a professional animal trainer?” My special guest Gary Wilson is here to help. Not only is Gary a professor at the Exotic Animal Training and Management (EATM) Program at Moorpark College, he is a graduate of the program and has been deeply inv...
16 Henrik Futtrup: Training Individual Flocks to Recall in a Aviary
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - May 19, 2020 18:15 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsWhat is your dream behavior to train? I have a feeling for many bird keepers it just might be this one! Imagine having a mixed species aviary in which each flock of birds recalls to a different sound and shifts into their own holding area. This dream is reality for Henrik Futtrup a keeper and tr...
15 When R+ is Coercive and R- is Not. Forget Hierarchies! Behavioral Procedures are Non Linear
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - April 30, 2020 14:18 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsThis is an episode you will want to bookmark, reference and listen to several times over. Dr Joe Layng gives insights that might surprise you into how behavior analytic principles influence behavior. Learn how degrees of freedom and critical consequences can cause positive reinforcement to be ...
14 Progressive Bird Training with Hillary Hankey
Animal Training Fundamentals with Barbara Heidenreich - March 30, 2020 19:50 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsMy favorite kind of animal trainers are those who break the rules!! What I mean by that is that they are the ones who question everything in the name of doing it better. That is why this episode is entitled “Progressive Bird Training.” My special guest Hillary Hankey is one of those trainers who...
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