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About Matt Cicoria, MS, BCBA<\/h1>\n

Hi, I\u2019m Matt Cicoria<\/strong> \u2014 behavior analyst and podcast host.<\/p>\n

I launched the Behavioral Observations Podcast<\/em> in 2016 as a way to explore the science and practice of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) through long-form interviews with thought leaders, innovators, and front-line practitioners. Since then, the show has grown into one of the most trusted and widely downloaded podcasts in the field of behavior analysis.<\/p>\n

But let\u2019s rewind a bit.<\/h2>\n

I\u2019ve been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)<\/strong> since 2002, with clinical experience spanning schools, residential programs, and in-home and clinic-based early intervention. I\u2019ve worked with individuals of all ages and abilities, but my interest has always been in connecting the dots\u2014between research and real-world practice, between professionals across specialties, and between the science of behavior and the art of helping people.<\/p>\n

Why I Started the Podcast<\/h2>\n

After years in the field, I realized that some of the most valuable insights weren\u2019t coming from textbooks\u2014they were coming from conversations. The Behavioral Observations Podcast<\/em> was born from the simple idea that meaningful dialogue, shared widely, can elevate our entire field.<\/p>\n

The goal?<\/strong> Make behavioral science more accessible, more conversational, and more relevant to both seasoned professionals and those just entering the field.<\/p>\n

Each episode is a deep dive\u2014not just into the \u201chow\u201d of behavior analysis, but also the \u201cwhy.\u201d Whether we\u2019re discussing verbal behavior, organizational behavior management, severe problem behavior, or personal health habits, the guiding principle is always the same: evidence-based practice delivered in an accessible, conversational format.<\/p>\n

A Few Things I Believe<\/h2>\n