Episodes

The Connection Between Executive Functioning and Student Behavior with Mitch Weathers
Nov. 12, 2025

The Connection Between Executive Functioning and Student Behavior with Mitch Weathers

What if the key to unlocking student success isn’t more motivation—but better systems? In this inspiring episode of The Language of Behavior , Joshua Stamper sits down with educator, author, and Organized Binder founder Mitch...
47. How Small Moments Reveal Big Stress in Schools
Nov. 4, 2025

47. How Small Moments Reveal Big Stress in Schools

Sometimes it’s not the crisis itself that breaks us—it’s the little moments afterward. The forgotten email. The sharp tone. The student who suddenly shuts down. In this heartfelt November episode of The Language of Behavior ,...
46. The Ripple Effect of Emotional Contagions
Oct. 28, 2025

46. The Ripple Effect of Emotional Contagions

Are our emotions contagious to other people? In this episode of The Language of Behavior , Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck explore the unseen force that shapes every classroom and staff meeting: emotional contagion . The tone ...
Special Episode: Thriving Under Pressure
Oct. 21, 2025

Special Episode: Thriving Under Pressure

In this special crossover episode, Josh Stamper welcomes listeners to the Language of Behavior Podcast—and introduces the launch of Charlie Peck’s bold new show, “Thriving Under Pressure.” As the very first guest, Josh flips ...
When Caring Hurts How Educators Can Manage Secondary Trauma
Oct. 14, 2025

When Caring Hurts How Educators Can Manage Secondary Trauma

In this deeply honest episode of The Language of Behavior , Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck dive into a powerful question from a first-year assistant principal: “How do I handle the emotional weight of supporting students in c...
44. Tackling Rising Referrals with Compassion and Cohort Support
Oct. 8, 2025

44. Tackling Rising Referrals with Compassion and Cohort Support

In this week's episode of The Language of Behavior Podcast, hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper dive deep into a pressing question from a school administrator: how can teachers shift their mindset when facing an increase in ...
43. When Help Escalates the Problem with Student Behavior
Sept. 30, 2025

43. When Help Escalates the Problem with Student Behavior

In this episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper unpack a common scenario in schools: a student becomes dysregulated, an administrator is called in to help, and instead of calming the situation, th...
42. Turning Conflict into Connection with Productive Conversations
Sept. 23, 2025

42. Turning Conflict into Connection with Productive Conversations

In this episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle a thoughtful listener question: How do I confront an issue with someone so it’s a productive conversation? Using brain-based research, storie...
41. Charle and Joshua at the School Behavior Solutions Summit 2025!
Sept. 18, 2025

41. Charle and Joshua at the School Behavior Solutions Summit 2025!

In this inspiring conversation from the School Behavior Solutions Summit 2025 , Brad Waid sits down with Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper—co-authors of the award-winning book The Language of Behavior —to explore how schools can...
40. Isolation Isn’t Regulation for Student Behavior
Sept. 9, 2025

40. Isolation Isn’t Regulation for Student Behavior

When a student is melting down, many educators default to the same response: “Take it to the hallway.” But does this actually help? In this episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper unpack why isola...
39. Reintegration with the Creation of a Mental Health Team
Sept. 2, 2025

39. Reintegration with the Creation of a Mental Health Team

When a student returns to school after time in a mental health facility, the transition can feel like walking a tightrope for the child, their family, and the educators who want to help. In this episode of The Language of Beh...
38. Why Student Behaviors Spike After the First Few Weeks of School
Aug. 26, 2025

38. Why Student Behaviors Spike After the First Few Weeks of School

In this episode of The Language of Behavior , co-hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle a timely listener question: “Now that we’ve been in school for a few weeks, I’m starting to see new behaviors. What may be the cause...
Brag Tags, Herd Mentality, and the Power of Connection with Kim Gameroz
Aug. 19, 2025

Brag Tags, Herd Mentality, and the Power of Connection with Kim Gameroz

What does it really take to create a school community where both teachers and students thrive? In this energizing episode of The Language of Behavior , co-hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper sit down with educator, author, a...
37. Why Punishment Alone Fails: Teaching Skills for Lasting Behavior Change
Aug. 12, 2025

37. Why Punishment Alone Fails: Teaching Skills for Lasting Behavior Change

Fresh off inspiring events in Ohio and Colorado, co-hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle one of the biggest misconceptions in education: the belief that punishment alone changes behavior. Spoiler—it doesn’t. This episo...
36. Stronger Together: Building Parent-Teacher Partnerships for Neurodivergent Students
Aug. 7, 2025

36. Stronger Together: Building Parent-Teacher Partnerships for Neurodivergent Students

Fresh off the VIBE EDU conference in California, Josh and Charle reunite to answer a powerful audience question: Should parents of neurodivergent students reach out to teachers at the start of the school year—and how can they...
35. Push in Power: Effective Behavior Solutions from the 2025 MTSS Conference
July 29, 2025

35. Push in Power: Effective Behavior Solutions from the 2025 MTSS Conference

In this special episode of The Language of Behavior , hosts Josh and Charlie reunite after an inspiring trip to the 2025 MTSS conference in California. They share personal reflections on connecting with passionate educators a...
Conversations That Empower Confidence in Every Student
July 22, 2025

Conversations That Empower Confidence in Every Student

What if the most powerful academic tool isn’t a textbook—but a relationship? In this episode, Charle and Joshua respond to Velma Knowles’ heartfelt question: “How do you empower students to believe that they can achieve their...
33. The role of Suspensions While Keeping Accountability in Sight
July 15, 2025

33. The role of Suspensions While Keeping Accountability in Sight

When students misbehave, emotions run high—for teachers, administrators, and the students themselves. In this episode, Charle and Joshua dive into the complex, often misunderstood world of school suspensions. What role do In-...
32. Rewriting the Impact of Behavior on Student Learning
July 8, 2025

32. Rewriting the Impact of Behavior on Student Learning

Not all behavior supports are created equal—and some do more harm than good. In this episode, Charle and Joshua dive into the listener question: “What behavior supports most influence student learning?” Using John Hattie’s re...
31. Pushing Forward Without Pushing Back
July 1, 2025

31. Pushing Forward Without Pushing Back

In this episode, Charle and Joshua tackle a timely question from an administrator planning for the year ahead: How do we make real progress when the pressure from the state, district, or politics seems to get in the way? With...
30. What Are They Really Telling You?
June 24, 2025

30. What Are They Really Telling You?

Sometimes the biggest cries for help are the quietest ones. In this episode, Charle and Joshua respond to a listener’s powerful question: What subtle signs indicate that a child or adult is struggling emotionally or behaviora...
29. Strategies to Enhance Staff Mental Health and Campus Culture
June 17, 2025

29. Strategies to Enhance Staff Mental Health and Campus Culture

What happens when school staff are emotionally exhausted, unsupported, and silently burning out? In this episode, Charle and Joshua answer a powerful listener question: How does school culture contribute to behavioral issues ...
28. Helping Students Build Better Peer Connections
June 11, 2025

28. Helping Students Build Better Peer Connections

When students clash, shut each other out, or stir up conflict, it can ripple through your classroom culture. In this episode, Charle and Joshua unpack the listener question, “What do we do when students display negative inter...
27. Noticing the Unnoticed Struggles
June 3, 2025

27. Noticing the Unnoticed Struggles

Not every cry for help is loud. In this episode, Charle and Joshua respond to a listener’s important question: What subtle signs indicate that a child or adult is struggling emotionally or behaviorally? Together, they explore...