
Animal Behavior Conversations: The Podcast of The ABMA
By Animal Behavior Conversations: The Podcast of The ABMA
The Animal Behavior Management Alliance (ABMA) strives to spread knowledge throughout the animal care field to help enhance animal care through operant conditioning. Each episode we will discuss a topic in the world of animal training and break down the science of behavior change. To achieve this, the podcast’s host, Shane Gorbett, will interview fellow trainers and experts from across the world to discuss all things training, behavior, enrichment, welfare, and much more! This podcast will be a great resource for all trainers. Let's talk some training!

Episode 7: Consequences with Pablo Joury, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Episode 7: Consequences with Pablo Joury, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Animal Behavior Conversations: The Podcast of The ABMAMar 22, 2023
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Episode 7: Consequences with Pablo Joury, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Episode 7: Consequences with Pablo Joury, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
This episode Pablo Joury, Curator of Pinnipeds at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, discusses Consequences and finishes our breakdown of the ABCs of Behavior! We start with a quick run down of reinforcement and punishment and then continue on exploring the many different ways consequences can be applied while training. Tune in for our first in-person podcast and for Pablo's "Training Tale" of training the first ever eye ultrasound on a sea lion! Additionally, stick around until the end of the episode for a one-time new segment; "Fun with French" as Pablo sort-of teaches us how to say "seal" in French. Let's just say that it is seal-ing hilarious. For questions or suggestions about the podcast or to ask Pablo any questions email abc@theabma.org. Let's talk some training!
Mar 22, 202347:25

Episode 6: Antecedents with Chris Jenkins, Natural Encounters, Inc.
Episode 6: Antecedents with Chris Jenkins, Natural Encounters, Inc.
This episode Chris Jenkins of Natural Encounters, Inc. continues our discussion about the ABCs of Behavior with the start of it all: Antecedents! We discuss how antecedents set the stage for successful behaviors and how our business cards should read "Professional Antecedent Rearrangers" since that is such a powerful tool while shaping behavior. Tune in for Chris's fun "Training Tale" about training a Harris hawk with a very unusual reinforcer. Also, learn more about "The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc.", a like-minded podcast hosted by Chris! For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org and to reach Chris contact c.jenkins@naturalencounters.com. Let's talk some training!
Mar 15, 202325:09

Episode 5: The ABCs of Behavior with Nicki Boyd, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Episode 5: The ABCs of Behavior with Nicki Boyd, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
This episode Nicki Boyd, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, discusses the namesake of the podcast: The ABCs of Behavior! Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence and how we can utilize the ABCs of Behavior to help us maintain and train new behaviors. Tune in for some amazing training stories from Nicki about emergency recall training with bears, tigers, polar bears, and gorillas. You can also read more and see videos of the emergency recall training in the Winter 2023 publication of "Engage" on the ABMA's website! For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org and to reach Nicki contact nboyd@sdzwa.org. Let's talk some training!
Mar 08, 202334:20

Episode 4: "Operant Conditioning - Reinforcing for Tomorrow" with Steve Martin, President and CEO of Natural Encounters, Inc.
Episode 4: "Operant Conditioning - Reinforcing for Tomorrow" with Steve Martin, President and CEO of Natural Encounters, Inc.
This episode Steve Martin, President and CEO of Natural Encounters, Inc. and a leader in the field of behavior management, starts our deep dive into the science of behavior change with the crux of it all: Operant Conditioning! We discuss the importance of having the mindset of reinforcing for tomorrow and how the artful application of training includes a dialogue, with two-way communication, between the teacher and the learner. Tune in for some incredible animal training stories from Steve, ranging from "free-flight" orangutans all the way to some quick thinking with a volunteer and a Marabou stork . For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org and to reach Steve contact s.martin@naturalencounters.com. Let's talk some training!
Mar 01, 202335:09

Episode 3: Describe Training in One Word: Relationships with Justin Garner of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Episode 3: Describe Training in One Word: Relationships with Justin Garner of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
This episode Justin Garner, The ABMA Board Member and trainer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, was asked to describe training in one word and his response was: Relationships! We dig deep into the many levels of that answer including the importance of animal-trainer relationships fostered by positive reinforcement training techniques using the most positive, least intrusive effective intervention. Stay tuned for Justin's "Training Tale" where he talks about forming a relationship with a stellar Steller's sea lion. For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org and to reach Justin contact directorjustin@theabma.org or justingarner80@gmail.com. Let's talk some training!
Feb 22, 202332:12

Episode 2: What is The ABMA and Behavior Management with Kelly Elkins of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Episode 2: What is The ABMA and Behavior Management with Kelly Elkins of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
This episode we dive into the history, goals, resources, and community of The Animal Behavior Management Alliance (The ABMA) with the current president of The ABMA, Kelly Elkins! Also, learn more about what behavior management is in practice and why that phrase was chosen for the organization's name. Stay tuned for Kelly's "Training Tale" about her close encounter with manta rays and the importance of connecting with animals and wildlife. For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org and Kelly can be reached at kelkins@sdzwa.org. Let's talk some training!
Feb 22, 202322:43

Episode 1: Introduction to the Podcast with Host, Shane Gorbett of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Episode 1: Introduction to the Podcast with Host, Shane Gorbett of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Welcome to the brand new podcast from The Animal Behavior Management Alliance (The ABMA): "Animal Behavior Conversations"! Our first episode introduces you to your host, Shane Gorbett, who is currently on the Board of Directors for The ABMA, pinniped trainer at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, and self-proclaimed behavior nerd. This episode we will also give an introduction to the podcast. Each week Shane will be joined by another professional in the field of animal training and care as they break down a topic concerning animal training and the science of behavior change. Stay tuned for the end of the episode as each guest will tell a fun "Training Tale". This episode Shane talks about how Rai, the radiated tortoise, went from hiding in his shell around humans to literally sliding towards his caregivers and guests. For questions or suggestions about the podcast email abc@theabma.org. Let's talk some training!
Feb 22, 202330:44