The Heart & Science of Leadership
Episodes
Leadership When Life Hits Back: The Paul Anthony Episode
03 Nov 2025
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Send a textMost people brag about leadership when things are working. When the check clears, the metrics are green, and applause is still flowing. But...
Change Isn’t Optional: What Every Leader Needs to Know
09 Aug 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of The Heart & Science of Leadership Podcast, Dr. Paulie and Aj tackle one of the toughest challenges leaders face: ...
The Science of Effective Feedback
21 Jun 2025
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Send us a textImagine leadership without feedback. It's like trying to navigate a ship without instruments or stars – virtually impossible. In ...
Clear and Compelling: Leading with Vision, Voice, and Authenticity with Salvatore J. Manzi
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with communication strategist and leadership coach Salvatore J. Manzi, author of The Clear and Compelling P...
Inside the Mind of a Fortune 10 Leader: Kyle McDowell on Leading with WE
09 May 2025
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Send us a textIn this compelling episode, Dr. Paulie and co-host AJ Rinaldi engage with Kyle McDowell, a former Fortune 10 executive turned leadership...
Observable, Measurable, Impactful: Redefining Leadership with Behavior Science
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLeadership isn’t a title—it’s a behavior. And while there’s no shortage of leadership theories floating around, this episode goe...
The Leadership Language: How to Communicate for Influence, Trust, and Success
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wonder why some leaders instantly command respect while others struggle to get their message across? The secret lies not in what th...
From Hiring to Inspiring: The Art & Science of Team Development
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJohn Maxwell once said, “If you think you're leading and no one is following, you're just taking a walk.” Leadership isn’...
Redefining Leadership: What It Truly Means and Why It Matters
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the secrets to impactful leadership with insights from Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni and AJ Rinaldi. Discover how real lead...
Revolutionizing ABA Clinics: Harnessing AI and Technology for Enhanced Care with Michael Gao and Christina Morales
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBCBAs and RBTs enter the field to create meaningful change for learners, but more and more is being dumped on their backs, draining thei...
Enhancing Behavior Analysis through Motivational Interviewing: Building Connections and Preventing Burnout with Dr. Monica Gilbert
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow can behavior analysts build better relationships and avoid burning out? In this episode, Dr. Monica Gilbert and I dig into the game-...
Building a Culture of Kindness: Strategies to Combat Bullying
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I’m tackling a topic that’s incredibly close to my heart: "Breaking the Cycle: A Behavior-Based Approach to Bu...
Transforming Lives Through Behavioral Science: Kendall Ryndak Samuel Samuel on Empowerment and Innovation
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how behavioral science can change lives? Join us as we sit down with the insightful Kendall Ryndak Samuel, a dedicated beh...
Harnessing Passion and Integrity for Leadership and Growth with Troy Burg
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how a background in nutrition can lead to a flourishing career in Applied Behavior Analysis and Organizational Behavior Ma...
Bridging the Gap: Enhancing RBT Training and Supervision through OBM and Mentorship with Stephanie Waldon
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode I dig into the importance of improving training standards for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) with special gues...
Decoding Criminal Behavior: Forensic Behavior Analysis and Jeffrey Dahmer with Presley Wanner
09 May 2024
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Send us a textUnlock the secrets of the criminal mind with behavior scientist Presley Wanner, as we navigate the intriguing intersection of behavior a...
Shaping Corporate Success through Organizational Behavior Science with Francisco Gomez
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, my good friend and Vice President at Aubrey Daniels International, Francisco Gomez, breaks down the application of Orga...
Revolutionizing Professional Sports: Brett Yaris on Behavior Analysis in the NFL
24 Feb 2024
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Send us a textDive into the revolutionary world of professional sports through the lens of behavior analysis with my guest, Brett Yaris. Brett is brea...
Building Resilience: A Compassionate Approach to Treating Emotional Adversity
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, David Roth and I emphasize the critical need for the field of behavior analysis to delve deeper into the concept of r...
The Art and Science of Navigating a Struggling Relationship: Insights from Relationship Expert Lee Wilson
13 Oct 2023
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Send us a textEver been dumped? Remember that pain? Being broken up with is something that most people experience at some point in their life. Many ...
Exploring the Dynamics of Addressing Behavior Challenges in Schools with Dr. Merrill Winston
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDive headfirst into the intriguing world of behavior analysis with my good friend, Dr. Merrill Winston. In this fascinating discussion, ...
Creating Equitable Workplaces: The Role of Behavioral Science and Humane Leadership with Portia James
15 Sep 2023
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Send us a textWhat does it mean to create healthier, equitable workplaces? How does behavioral science play a key role in this transformation? Join us...
Niche + Passion + Science: Crafting Your Unique Journey in Applied Behavior Analysis with Dr. Antonio Harrison
26 Aug 2023
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Send us a textHey there, fellow behavior analysts and seekers of knowledge! Get ready to dive into an eye-opening episode with Dr. Antonio Harrison, a...
Trauma Informed Care: Some ThingsYou Should Know
28 Jul 2023
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Send us a textFrom a behavior analytic perspective, trauma can be seen as an aversive event or series of events that have led to maladaptive behavior ...
Using ABA to Improve Sleep Performance and Organizational Outcomes with Dr. Emily Ice
15 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs an entrepreneurial Behavior Analyst, Dr. Emily Ice has participated in founding organizations within the non-profit and profit sect...
Following Your Passion, Defining Success, and Leveraging Business Intelligence with Dr. Nick Green
28 Jun 2023
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Send us a textIn the episode, Dr. Nick Green and I dive into issues related to finding the right career, determining what success is, and effectively ...
Behavior Analysis and Leadership: A Primer for BABA Con 2023
03 Jun 2023
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Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Bruce Tinor and I talk shop about leadership in schools and organizations. We will be presenting on leadership in e...
RESULTS: Science-based approaches to better productivity, profitability, and safety with Dr. John Austin
21 May 2023
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Send us a textAchieving results in any organization requires behavior. But too often, leaders do not know how to get critical behavior going and keep ...
Punishment on Trial in Behavior Analysis
06 May 2023
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Send us a textThere have been a lot of concerns about the use of punishment regarding the appropriateness and effectiveness of it as a behavior-change...
Trauma-Informed Care, Assent, and Compassion - A Call for Nuance in ABA
31 Mar 2023
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Send us a textIn his book Beyond Freedom and Dignity, Skinner (1971) reminds us that “culture is the social environment that shapes and maintains th...
Assent and Compliance - When to Use Which with Steve Ward
22 Jan 2023
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Send us a textThe concept of assent has garnered a lot of attention in recent years. And rightfully so. Engaging learners in their treatment is ex...
Examining Organizational Justice through a Behavior Analytic Lens with Rob Scalise
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOrganizational Justice refers to employee perceptions of fairness in the workplace. But while the concept has been around for close to...
Reaching Results through Behavioral Leadership with Dr. John Austin
22 Dec 2022
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Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. John Austin and I talk behavior science, leadership, and practical approaches for improving climate, culture, and r...
You can't find leadership in a book: Reflections of a leader with Leigh Martin
13 Dec 2022
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Send us a textSome people talk the leadership talk. But when you lift the hood, there is misalignment with their say-do as they aren't walking ...
An Intellectually Honest Discussion about Punishment and CESS
03 Dec 2022
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Send us a textIn the episode, David Roth and I tackle the very controversial and sensitive topic of punishment and CESS. It is broken down into 3 se...
This Guy Challenged Me on LinkedIn: Here is What Happened
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIf you follow me, you are likely aware that I make numerous posts. Now, 99.9% of the time I receive positive feedback on them. But s...
7 Tips for Delivering Tough Feedback
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPoor performance happens. Sometimes it might be related to skill, and other times, will. Even in the greatest organization, people a...
Want to Improve your Relationship? Try these 3 Tips Grounded in Practical Behavior Science
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWant to develop, sustain, or repair any relationship? Some people seem to be engaged in happy relationships, the reciprocal nature of wh...
The Organizational Behavior Management of Skinner's Walden Two Community
17 Sep 2022
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Send us a textIn this episode, David Roth and Dr. Nic Weatherly chat about the principles of Skinner's Walden Two as they relate to Organizatio...
Keep it Simple with Behavior Science
10 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textI’d like to talk to you about one of the simplest yet most powerful approach for creating success. And in our personal or professional...
Dr. Bruce Tinor on Experiencing and Analyzing Racism as a Behavior Scientist of Color
27 Aug 2022
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Send us a textIn this episode, Behavior Analyst Dr. Bruce Tinor breaks down then compares and contrasts racism from racist through a behavior anal...
The Shame of American Education and the Approach for Accelerating Student Achievement from 2 to 8 times Faster
13 Aug 2022
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Send us a textDid you know there is an instructional approach that can accelerate student learning from 2 to 8 times faster than current instructional...
The Tone of your Texts & Emails - Is it Hurting or Helping? What You NEED to Know
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCommunication is very complex. Even the slightest change in tone, volume, or cadence can alter the communicative intent as experienced...
Overcoming Internal Obstacles like Fear & Anxiety
29 Jul 2022
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Send us a textStruggling with internal obstacles like fear and anxiety? Well, you aren't alone. Unfortunately, most of us have not been prope...
The Amazing Power of Questioning as a Motivational Tool
23 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThere are lots of well meaning people who give instructions and advice as a means of helping people; unfortunately their "telling&q...
Positional Authority Ain't Leadership: A Good Job Title Doesn't Equate to Good Leadership
16 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIf you are tired of people in leadership positions engaging in behaviors that leave you frustrated, downtrodden, and otherwise make you ...