Behind the ABA Talk Podcast

Lisa Gurdin

Join host Lisa Gurdin, founder of LSGurdin Consulting, for heart-to-heart conversations with expert speakers from the LSGurdin Consulting Continuing Education program

  1. Jul 3

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 10 - Behind the Scenes with 2026 WIBA Hall of Fame Inductee Dr. Gina Green: Lessons from a Legend on Research, Mentors, & Impact

    She's one of the most recognized names in behavior analysis and a 2026 WIBA Hall of Fame Inductee — and today, she's pulling back the curtain. The extraordinary Dr. Gina Green opens up about her career journey, shares advice for young behavior analysts, and offers her perspectives on evidence-based practice vs. pseudoscience. Learn what Dr. Green loves to read and whether she is an early bird or a night owl. This is an unbeatable in-depth episode that will inspire you and make you smile.  Much gratitude to co-host, Janet Lund, and our partners, BehaviorLive and WIBA. Go to www.thewiba.com for information about the 2026 WIBA Conference and the WIBA Hall of Fame.  Thank you to our episode sponsor, Fiesta Health. Fiesta helps families with autism find their path forward with a collaborative approach from diagnosis to treatment that truly meets every child's needs. Learn more at FiestaHealth.com. Follow, Connect, Reach Out: www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 10 - Behind the Scenes with 2026 WIBA Hall of Fame Inductee Dr. Gina Green: Lessons from a Legend on Research, Mentors, & Impact

  2. Jun 15

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 9 - Seeing the Whole Child: Cultural Humility in School-Based Practice with Kim Edwards

    As a licensed speech pathologist and trained behavior analyst, Kim Edwards, M.Ed., CCC-SLP has dedicated her career to ensuring SLPs and BCBAs know exactly how to do that. In this episode, hear Kim's insights on cultural humility, why it matters for school professionals, and tips for enhancing your culturally responsive practice.  If you want to learn more about cultural humility in schools and earn 1.5 BCBA Ethics CEUs, watch this on-demand panel conversation, Practicing ABA in Schools with Cultural Humility, with Kim Edwards, Mary Jane Weiss, Ksenia Gatzunis, Brian Connors, and Adriana Rodriguez.  For more solutions on supervising staff positively and supportively, watch this on-demand supervision panel with Kim Edwards, Susan Ainsleigh and Hanna Rue: Enhancing Supervisory Skills: A Supervision Panel for BCBAs. Earn 1.5 BCBA Supervision CEUs.  Be sure to listen to the end of the podcast for a special discount code valid for both CE webinars. Connect with Kim:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-edwards-m-ed-34aa8219a/ Follow, Connect, Reach Out: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-r-9a327434/ www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 9 - Seeing the Whole Child: Cultural Humility in School-Based Practice with Kim Edwards

  3. May 11

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 8 - Pediatric Anxiety Disorders: What Behavior Analysts Need to Know with Dr. Hanna Rue

    In this episode, we dive into the world of pediatric anxiety with Dr. Hanna Rue. As a clinical psychologist, behavior analyst and leader in the field of ABA, Dr. Rue shares her take on how behavior analysts, clinicians, educators, and parents can transform the lives of children grappling with anxiety. This conversation is packed with valuable tools and perspectives to help you support your favorite young people along their journey toward emotional resilience.  Links to Hanna's On-Demand CEU events: Pediatric Anxiety: What Every Behavior Analyst Should Know Enhancing Supervisory Skills: A Supervision Panel for BCBAs Connect with Hanna via LinkedIn Follow, Connect, Reach Out: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-r-9a327434/ www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 8 - Pediatric Anxiety Disorders: What Behavior Analysts Need to Know with Dr. Hanna Rue

  4. Mar 27

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 7 - Efficiency Meets Ethics: How BCBA's Can Responsibly Leverage AI Tools with Guest Jennifer Magnuson

    Join Lisa Gurdin, founder of LSGurdin Consulting, for heart-to-heart conversations with expert speakers from the LSGurdin Consulting Continuing Education program. In this episode, Jennifer Magnuson, BCBA, shares her journey in ABA and provides practical insights on how behavior analysts can responsibly integrate emerging technologies into their practice.  With over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, Jennifer has spent the last two years intentionally designing programs that support young adults transitioning out of high school and into adulthood. Her approach focuses on partnership, goal achievement, and creating a higher quality of life, while also building inclusive networks and communities where people with autism can contribute and thrive. Register now for Jennifer Magnuson's CE event: Efficiency Meets Ethics: How BCBAs Can Responsibly Leverage AI Tools onApril 3, 12-1:30 PM EST. This event will also be available for on-demand CEUs.  Register at https://behaviorlive.com/organizations/lsgurdin/LiveEvents  Connect with Jennifer:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-magnuson-5529a6176/ https://www.runthegamut.org Follow, Connect, Reach Out: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-r-9a327434/ www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 7 - Efficiency Meets Ethics: How BCBA's Can Responsibly Leverage AI Tools with Guest Jennifer Magnuson

  5. Feb 20

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 6 - Performance Management in Practice: Building and Sustaining Motivation with Dr. Jennifer Ruane

    Join host Lisa Gurdin, founder of LSGurdin Consulting, for heart-to-heart conversations with expert speakers from the LSGurdin Consulting Continuing Education program. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Ruane shares her journey from counseling to organizational behavior management in clinical settings and discusses the importance of creating a supportive work environment that emphasizes connection and collaboration.  Listen now and mark your calendar for Dr. Ruane's CE event: Performance Management in Practice: Building and Sustaining Motivation, on March 6, 12-1:30 PM EST. This event will also be available on-demand.  Register at https://www.lsgurdinconsulting.com/ or https://behaviorlive.com/organizations/lsgurdin/LiveEvents  Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-r-9a327434/ www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep. 6 - Performance Management in Practice: Building and Sustaining Motivation with Dr. Jennifer Ruane

  6. Feb 2

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep.5 - Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Multiple Diagnoses with Dr. Rebecca Markovits

    Join host Lisa Gurdin, founder of LSGurdin Consulting, for heart-to-heart conversations with expert speakers from the LSGurdin Consulting Continuing Education program. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Markovits shares her journey in behavior analysis and discusses the importance of a supportive work environment in order to effectively address the complex needs of individuals with multiple diagnoses. Dr. Markovits also offers advice for building and maintaining resilience and connection while doing this incredible work.  Listen now and mark your calendar for Dr. Markovits' CE event: Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Multiple Diagnoses on February 6, 12-1:30 PM EST. As with all LSGurdin CE events, this presentation will be offered live and on-demand for BCBA CEUs. Click HERE to register. Follow us: www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Behind the ABA Talk Ep.5 - Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Multiple Diagnoses with Dr. Rebecca Markovits

  7. Jan 12

    Special Series Ep. 7 - The Professional Journeys of Janet Lund & Lisa Gurdin

    Welcome to a special edition of Behind the ABA Talk podcast. In this series, host Lisa Gurdin and BehaviorLive co-founder and WIBA executive director, Janet Lund, have heart-to-heart conversations with ABA experts, thought leaders, and change-makers who are speaking at the WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference. On January 15 and 16 (2026), this virtual live and on-demand conference will feature women in behavior analysis who are expanding the field of ABA with passion, innovation, and intentionality.  In this podcast episode, Janet and Lisa share their professional journeys, the lessons they learned along the way, and what motivates their efforts to build communication and connection in the field of behavior analysis. Listen now and mark your calendar for the inspiring WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference.  Podcast & Episode Links: https://www.lsgurdinconsulting.com/podcast WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference Janet Lund's LinkedIn Follow us: www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Special Series Ep. 7 - The Professional Journeys of Janet Lund & Lisa Gurdin

  8. 12/31/2025

    Special Series Ep. 6 - Highlighting WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference Presenters with co-host Janet Lund

    Welcome to a special edition of Behind the ABA Talk podcast. In this series, host Lisa Gurdin is joined by BehaviorLive co-founder and WIBA executive director, Janet Lund, to have heart-to-heart conversations with ABA experts, thought leaders, and change-makers who are speaking at the WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference. On January 15 and 16, this virtual live and on-demand conference will feature women in behavior analysis who are expanding the field of ABA with passion, innovation, and intentionality.  In this podcast episode, Janet and Lisa talk with Dr. Sarah Lichtenberger about the behind-the-scenes realities that shaped her professional journey and how she learned the importance of humility, self-compassion, and daily ethical practice. At the Women Behaving Boldly conference, Dr. Lichtenberger will explore how self-compassion and intentional ethical practice help behavior analysts lead with humility and grace. Through practical examples and prompts for daily practices, she will  help fellow behavior analysts reframe mistakes as opportunities to strengthen integrity and build teams where people can learn openly and ethically together. Welcome to the show! Listen now and mark your calendar for the inspiring WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference.  Podcast & Episode Links: https://www.lsgurdinconsulting.com/podcast WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference Sarah Lichtenberger's LinkedIn Janet Lund's LinkedIn Follow us: www.linkedin.com/in/lsgurdinconsulting https://www.tiktok.com/@lsgurdin_consulting https://www.instagram.com/lsgurdinconsulting/

    Special Series Ep. 6 - Highlighting WIBA's Women Behaving Boldly Conference Presenters with co-host Janet Lund
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Join host Lisa Gurdin, founder of LSGurdin Consulting, for heart-to-heart conversations with expert speakers from the LSGurdin Consulting Continuing Education program

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  • Creator
    Lisa Gurdin
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Behind the ABA Talk Podcast
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