The Doc Analyzes Anything
The Doc Analyzes Anything Welcome to The Doc Analyzes Anything — the podcast where curiosity meets chaos (with a touch of credentials). Join Dr. Steve Sparks, BCBA-D, along with Kyle Steury (BCBA) and Brad Clements (actual veterinarian, occasional philosopher) as they take stabs at analyzing all kinds of human behavior — from the quirky to the downright confusing - using science and behavior analysis as their basis. Ever wonder why people clap when a plane lands? Or why your uncle insists on shouting during Zoom calls? We don’t have all the answers... but we’re happy to pretend we do. Powered by science. Driven by nonsense. Occasionally about cats. Disclaimer time: Remember, we’re here for curiosity and conversation, not clinical consultation. We break down behavior the best we can from a deterministic, science‑based perspective for education and, more importantly, entertainment purposes only. Nothing you hear should be taken as personal advice, diagnosis, or treatment — so relax, enjoy the analysis, and consult a qualified professional for any individual concerns. Subscribe, laugh, and learn something weird — because The Doc Analyzes Anything. Literally. Anything.
Episodes
In this episode of The Doc Analyzes Anything, Dr. Steve, Kyle Steury, and special guest Chad dive headfirst into the wild world of hustle culture. Is it motivation, attention? Unpack the weird, wacky, and often wallet-draining world of MLMs (multi-level marketing schemes).
Expect real talk, unexpected insights, and an almost uncomfortable amount of eye contact. Like, a lot. You’ve been warned.
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The Doc Analyzes Anything – Episode 5: Punishment In this episode, Dr. Sparks, Dr. Clements, and Kyle Steury dive into the topic of punishment—not just the everyday kind, but through the lens of behavior analysis. The crew breaks down what punishment actually is (and isn’t), its potential side effects, and whether common disciplinary strategies like time-outs, grounding, or “gentle parenting” actually change behavior in the ways pe...
🎙️ Episode 4 – True Crime Podcasts: Why Are We So Obsessed? Welcome back to The Doc Analyzes Anything! In this episode, Dr. Steve Sparks joins co-hosts Brad Clements and Kyle Steury to dive into the psychology and behavior behind the true crime podcast craze. Why do millions of people unwind with stories of murder, mystery, and mayhem? What keeps us coming back for more? And how do behavior analytic principles like reinforcement m...
Episode 3 - Dignity | The Doc Analyzes Anything
Join Dr. Steve Sparks, Kyle Steury, and Brad Clements as they dive into a fascinating behavioral analysis of pride and dignity—what they mean, how they show up differently in peoples' lives, and why they matter.
Along the way, the crew debates how many cats are too many, and discuss some of their oddest accomplishments that they’re genuinely proud of. Spoiler alert: Do you use your ow...
Episode 2 – Cults
On this episode of The Doc Analyzes Anything, Dr. Steven Sparks, Brad Clements, and Kyle Steury take a deep dive into the fascinating and unsettling world of cults. From the psychology of cult leaders to the vulnerability of followers, they explore what drives people to join—and stay—in high-control groups. Along the way, they unpack famous cases, challenge common myths, and even uncover the true story behind the ...
In our inaugural episode, The Doc breaks down the concepts of determinism and selectionism—cornerstones of science and behavior analysis. What does it mean to say behavior is determined? Do we have free will? How do selection by consequences and evolutionary principles shape our understanding of human behavior? Let’s analyze!
Dr. Steve Sparks, Kyle Steury, and Dr. Brad Clements host.
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