Skinner’s Locker Room
Skinner’s Locker Room is the only podcast dedicated to the intersection of human behavior and sports--perfect for behavior analysts, scientists, economists, and sports and performance enthusiasts. Skinner’s Locker Room is a podcast dedicated to behavior analysis and its application to sports, fitness, health, and wellness.
Episodes

Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Welcome to Skinner's Locker Room, the podcast where Amy and co-host Jimmy O'Brien delve into the science of human behavior, behavior analysis, and the intersections with sports, wellness, and human performance. In this episode, Dr. Shannon Arthur joins the discussion to explore the journey of motherhood while being a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The conversation navigates through the challenges and insights of balancing a professional career with parenting, diving into topics like effective toilet training, sleep training, and the nuances of maternity leave policies. Dr. Arthur shares her personal experiences and professional insights, shedding light on how behavioral science can inform family life and improve existing maternity leave frameworks. Don't miss this engaging discussion as it unpacks the realities of modern-day parenting through a behavioral lens.

Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Welcome to another engaging episode of Skinner's Locker Room. Join hosts Amy and Jimmy as they dive deep into the world of behavior analysis beyond autism, with a special focus on sports. Joining them are two esteemed guests, Dr. Justin Leaf and Dr. Joe Cihon, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conversation. In this episode, they explore the application of behavioral analysis in coaching, sports performance, and even team fandom.
Discover how behavioral principles are utilized to enhance coaching techniques, improve athletic performance, and understand the dynamics of sports fandom. The conversation also delves into the evolution of the field of behavior analysis, its growing applications in various fields beyond autism, and the future potential in areas like health and wellness. Whether you're a behavior analyst, sports enthusiast, or simply curious about the intersection of science and human behavior, this episode offers insights and discussions that will leave you with plenty to ponder.

Sunday Feb 09, 2025
Sunday Feb 09, 2025
In this episode of Skinner's Locker Room, we're joined by ultra runner and podcaster Marty Gardener to discuss addiction, sobriety, sports, and human behavior.

Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Welcome to Skinner's Locker Room! Come and explore the wild world of human behavior and performance. In this episode get to know your hosts Amy and Jimmy, two behavior analysts exploring behavior analysis, human behavior, sports performance, and why you should care at all about this topic. Jump in and get your toes wet. This one is for everyone-- even if you can't spell ABA.