The Doc Analyzes Anything | The Chameleon (Frédéric Bourdin)

This week, the gang dives into the unbelievable story of Frédéric Bourdin—known as The Chameleon—who impersonated children and adults hundreds of times across the globe before finally getting caught. From his wild deceptions to the families, investigators, and systems he fooled along the way, this case is stranger than fiction. We break it down from a behavioral perspective, exploring the patterns that drove his choices, how reinforcement and consequences shaped his strategies, and what this case reveals about deception, trust, and human behavior.

🔎 Topics we cover:

How Bourdin pulled off so many impersonations

Why people believed him, even against the odds

The behavioral principles behind deception and identity theft

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The gang discusses self-diagnosis; what it is, why it might be gaining popularity, and the pros and cons from both a behavioral standpoint and cultural perspective. They explore how self-identifying can impact access to resources, mental health awareness, and social support, while also considering potential pitfalls like misinformation or mislabeling. Join us for a nuanced conversation that looks beyond the buzzwords and dives into the real-world implications of self-diagnosis.

Episode 9 – The Doc Analyzes Anything: Progress

What does it really mean to call something “progress”? In this episode, we break down the idea of human progress—where we’ve advanced, and where we may have fallen behind. From rapid technological breakthroughs to lingering poverty rates and the decline of critical thinking, the conversation asks: are we truly moving forward? Join Dr. Steve Sparks, Kyle Steury, and Brad Clements as they dig into the paradoxes of progress and explore how we define success as a society.

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In this episode of The Doc Analyzes Anything, Dr. Steve Sparks, Kyle Steury, and Chad Ever dive into a topic that's often misunderstood: the difference between Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU). Spoiler alert: they are not the same thing.

We explore:

This one’s for true crime fans, behavior nerds, and anyone curious about how behavior science really works.

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Dr. Steve, Dr. Brad and Kyle (not a doc) talk the age-old debate: do I suck at sports because of my genes or because my dad didn't encourage me to give 110%? We'll dig into what behavior analysts, geneticists, and psychologists each bring to the table when we talk about why we are the way we are. Citing several twin studies, genetics, epigenetics and behaviorism, we'll unpack how nature and nurture interact—and why the debate might be a bit outdated.

Also who you got? Brad or Chad? #bradorchad

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

Brad and Steve join live from the lake for some holiday weekend banter—expect some lag, a few audio hiccups, and plenty of Fourth of July energy.

A blend of science, skepticism, and just enough chaos to keep it fun.

🎙️ 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 motivating operations tie in. 🔍 Topics include: The emotional appeal of true crime How suspense and uncertainty act as powerful motivators The role of attention, escape, and problem-solving in listener behavior Ethical considerations in entertainment based on real human tragedy Whether you're a BCBA, a true crime junkie, or just curious about human behavior—this episode will keep you hooked. 🧠 Like, subscribe, and comment with your favorite true crime podcast—or one that freaked you out the most. 📩 For inquiries or topic suggestions: [email protected] #TrueCrime #BehaviorAnalysis #TheDocAnalyzesAnything #PodcastPsychology #BehaviorScience

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 own spice mix instead of grabbing those store-bought blends? You should....

Tune in for laughs, insight, and all the dignity you can handle.

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 phrase “drink the Kool-Aid.”

This podcast is a project of Sparks Behavioral Services. For more information, visit sparksbehavioralservices.com