Best Attentional Variability Podcasts (2025)

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542 – Training to Maintain, Skill Retention & Decay 13:55

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How quickly does a skill decay if we don’t practice? How does it depend on factors such as complexity? What are the best ways to maintain skill? Articles:Procedural skill retention and decay: A meta-analytic review. An extended challenge-based framework for practice design in sports coaching My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web pa…

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541 – Task Simplification, Simplexity & Further Evidence Against the Need for Fundamentals 20:20

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What is Simplexity? How does it relate to Task Simplification? And a look at another study providing evidence against the fundamentals first approach. Articles:The impact of task simplification in skill acquisition for young children from a simplexity approach My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos…

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540 – How Does Variability of Practice Influence Search? 14:54

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How does search in task and joint space (for an interception task) differ in blocked and random practice conditions? Articles:Random and Blocked Practice Schedule Affect Search for New Movement Coordination Patterns Differently My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/App…

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Do you trust that others (especially those in power) will help you? 16:10

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So with news articles and headlines about how folks with ADHD need to get off their meds or go outside or be 'cured', there's something of a big misunderstanding and gaps in perspectives on ADHD and what it actually means. Including our shared values as a real ADHD culture, especially around how people or authority figures will relate to us. David …

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539 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 11 and 12 (JC51) 1:20:11

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On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson and Marianne Davies to discuss chapters 11 and 12 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gat…

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Do folks with ADHD 'stim' (and what is it)? 28:04

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Isabelle and David talk 'stimming'-AKA "Self-stimulating behavior": what is this word, where does it come from, and what does it mean to 'stim'? Perhaps spoken of more in the autism community, stimming applies to ADHD also, and can connect to not just how we use sensory inputs as ballasts or balance systems, but also unique indicators of a ADHD cul…

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538 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 9 and 10 (JC49) 1:06:07

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On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson to discuss chapters 9 and 10 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my ar…

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537 – Representative Design & Sampling from the Competitive Environment 18:20

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How do basketball shots differ when practicing unopposed vs against a defender? Does playing 1 vs 1 take a good “slice” or sample of the competitive environment, or do we need to practice with larger numbers? Article:Sampling perception-action couplings from competition create representative basketball shooting tasks: A replication and extension of…

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536 – The value of opposed and unopposed practice, Tom Parry 51:46

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An interview with Tom Parry from Butler University to discuss his new paper looking at the value of opposed vs unopposed practice in ecological dynamics. Article & Links:The value of opposed and unopposed practice: An ecological dynamics rationale for skill development https://x.com/kestrelpsych https://kestrelpsychology.wixsite.com/kestrelpsycholo…

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Can you be super empathic and autistic? (um...YES) - Neuropsychs Explored Part IV 17:26

3M ago17:26

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Isabelle finishes sharing her neuropsych results, including recommendations for ADHD and autism (HINT: unmask! WHAT?) From the categorization of ADHD like a storm warning system (Mild/moderate/severe) to how job interviews might be the one place to mask (and how David does his interviews), David and Isabelle spelunk around how certain measures, lik…

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535 – Individual Differences in the Benefits of Linear and Non-Linear Pedagogy Approach to Skill Training 24:51

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Does “it depend” when choosing between using a nonlinear vs linear pedagogy approach to coaching? Do some learners benefit from a prescriptive, linear approach? A look at the potential mediating role of adaptability. Article:The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogy on motor skill performance: the moderating role of adaptability http://percept…

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534 – Is the Distance Effect Found in Focus of Attention Research Spatial or Temporal? 14:44

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A review of the paper: “The Distance Effect in Focus of Attention: Spatial or Temporal Distance?” by Kevin Becker and colleagues. What matters: whether a cue is closer to the body or during vs after execution? Article:The Distance Effect in Focus of Attention: Spatial or Temporal Distance? http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of…

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533 – The Integrated Anatomy of Pitching, Randy Sullivan 1:00:21

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An interview with Randy Sullivan and Frans Bosch to discuss Randy’s new book “The Integrated Anatomy Pitching”. The science of movement variability, motor control, and injury prevention like never before. Links: https://floridabaseballarmory.com/product/integrated-anatomy-of-pitching-hardcover-edition/ https://www.amazon.com/Integrated-Anatomy-Pitc…

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Do we really need labels like ADHD and AuDHD? - Neuropsychs Explored Part III 20:22

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Isabelle and David continue to explore how an official ADHD or autism or AuDHD diagnosis might be a useful bridge to belong to a community. But what about the people who see these labels as pathologizing, including famous ADHD researchers like Dr. Russell Barkely? David and Isabelle explore some of the ways that thinking of ADHD from the negatives …

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532 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 7 and 8 (JC49) 1:29:11

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On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson and Marianne Davies to discuss chapters 7 and 8 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate …

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How can you trust the world when the world doesn't get you? - Neuropsychs Explored Part II 21:14

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David and Isabelle go into greater depth about neuropsychological assessments--both back in the day and now-for kids, and for adults--and Isabelle's AHA moment about self-disclosing her AuDHD self. From the odd history of the intersection of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD (did you know you couldn't be diagnosed with both for a long long ti…

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531 – The Constraints Led Approach to Soccer Coaching, Simon Schröttle 33:12

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An interview with Simon Schröttle, author of Revolution in Soccer: The Perfect Practice, discussing using the CLA in soccer coaching. Links:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1TV21JT http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Apple Subscribe in Anroid…

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What is a neuropsych anyway? What is AuDHD? - Neuropsychs Explored Part I 26:32

4M ago26:32

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Isabelle shares the results of her neuropsych with David: she is AuDHD! As a grown human learning she has AuDHD (ADHD + Autism Spectrum Disorder), what does it mean to 'get a neuropsych?' What even IS a neuropsych? Who gets one and why? How does high-masking autism look like for Isabelle? Busting myths, calling out fun factoids, and celebrating thi…

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530 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 5 and 6 (JC48) 1:21:43

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On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson and Marianne Davies to discuss chapters 5 and 6 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate …

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Loneliness and Changes to How We Mask - with Marcus Soutra, For the Good Consulting 14:40

4M ago14:40

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Isabelle and David welcome back Marcus Soutra, co-founder of Eye to Eye and founder of For the Good Consulting, and explore the nature of authenticity, "coolness" and the meaning of masking with nation-wide advocacy expert and fellow ADHD and LD-er. How did being "cool" go from being rich and unaffected to being authentic and open about ND/LD ident…

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529 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 3 and 4 (JC47) 1:26:12

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On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson to discuss chapters 3 and 4 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my art…

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From "toughen up" to "the trauma ends with me" - with guest, Marcus Soutra (For the Good Consulting) 26:55

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Isabelle and David welcome back Marcus Soutra, co-founder of Eye to Eye and founder of For the Good Consulting, and ask an interesting question of this nation-wide advocacy expert and fellow ADHD and LD-er: how has life in schools changed for neurodivergent kids, especially now that some of us are parents/educators/in charge? Are kids still afraid,…

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528 – Assessing Progress in the Ecological Approach: The Method of Progessive Constraints 8:38

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How can we assess and measure an athlete’s progress when you use an ecological approach? How do we know whether what we are doing is working or not? Introducing the Method of Progressive Constraints. http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Subscribe in iOS/Ap…

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Why is the transition to sleep so extra hard? 33:44

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Isabelle and David continue to talk with David’s brother’s friend, Aaron, and dig deep into why winding down and going to sleep is the hardest transition of all: because you're staring into a black hole of no dopamine for hours! And also, a lot of traditional sleep hygiene tricks may not work. Folks with ADHD have higher rates of sleep apnea, among…

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527 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 1 and 2 (JC46) 1:12:22

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On another edition of the Perception-Action journal club, I am joined by Andrew Wilson to discuss chapters 1 and 2 from Michael Turvey’s book “Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective” Links:https://www.amazon.com/Lectures-Perception-Perspective-Michael-Turvey/dp/1138335266 http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my art…

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Are folks with ADHD natural promoters? 27:13

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Isabelle and David continue to talk with David’s brother’s friend, Aaron, and contemplate why folks with ADHD can be so enthusiastic and excited about interests, people, etc. Is it because we are like puppies who are starved for reinforcement (dopamine)? Or does it come from living a life on the outside and the joy of connection when it has been mi…

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526 – Why are Balance Bikes More Effective for Learning to Ride than Bikes with Training Wheels? A Variability Analysis 13:11

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Do Balance Bikes lead to more functional variability in postural control when learning to ride a bike? Do they help support the transition from freezing to freeing degrees of freedom? Articles:Learning to Cycle: Why Is the Balance Bike More Efficient than the Bicycle with Training Wheels? The Lyapunov’s Answer My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my arti…

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525 – Variability of Practice & Education of Attention 22:29

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Does adding more variability to practice conditions aid the process of education of attention? Can we predict the trajectory through informational space that occurs during learning? Articles: The Education of Attention as Explanation of Variability of Practice Effects: Learning the Final Approach Phase in a Flight Simulator Learning to control coll…

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524 - Is it better to give a specific performance outcome target or one based on perception of effort? 11:41

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A look at a new study with powerlifters comparing performance when instructed to lift the bar at “maximum velocity” versus a specific velocity target. Articles: Considerations for Velocity-Based Training: The Instruction to Move “As Fast As Possible” Is Less Effective Than a Target Velocity My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web pag…

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What happens when you be more of the person you want to be? 29:22

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Isabelle and David welcome David’s brother’s friend, Aaron, who, as a recently diagnosed ADHDer, brings up the idea of if ADHD is a superpower, it's like the super suit in “Greatest American Hero:” a suit given with a manual that got lost on the first day of use. What happens when you find your ‘ingredient’ for doing the things you previously strug…

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523 – Critical Fluctuations as an Early Warning Signal of Sports Injuries: Proof of Concept 14:40

6M ago14:40

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Can we predict sports injury by monitoring transition points between attractors states of a complex system, or, in other words, points of instability? A test using soccer players. Articles:Critical Fluctuations as an Early Warning Signal of Sports Injuries? A Proof of Concept Using Football My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web pag…

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542 – Training to Maintain, Skill Retention & Decay 13:55

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541 – Task Simplification, Simplexity & Further Evidence Against the Need for Fundamentals 20:20

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540 – How Does Variability of Practice Influence Search? 14:54

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Do you trust that others (especially those in power) will help you? 16:10

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539 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 11 and 12 (JC51) 1:20:11

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Do folks with ADHD 'stim' (and what is it)? 28:04

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538 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 9 and 10 (JC49) 1:06:07

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537 – Representative Design & Sampling from the Competitive Environment 18:20

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536 – The value of opposed and unopposed practice, Tom Parry 51:46

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Can you be super empathic and autistic? (um...YES) - Neuropsychs Explored Part IV 17:26

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535 – Individual Differences in the Benefits of Linear and Non-Linear Pedagogy Approach to Skill Training 24:51

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534 – Is the Distance Effect Found in Focus of Attention Research Spatial or Temporal? 14:44

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533 – The Integrated Anatomy of Pitching, Randy Sullivan 1:00:21

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Do we really need labels like ADHD and AuDHD? - Neuropsychs Explored Part III 20:22

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532 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 7 and 8 (JC49) 1:29:11

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How can you trust the world when the world doesn't get you? - Neuropsychs Explored Part II 21:14

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531 – The Constraints Led Approach to Soccer Coaching, Simon Schröttle 33:12

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What is a neuropsych anyway? What is AuDHD? - Neuropsychs Explored Part I 26:32

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530 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 5 and 6 (JC48) 1:21:43

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Loneliness and Changes to How We Mask - with Marcus Soutra, For the Good Consulting 14:40

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529 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 3 and 4 (JC47) 1:26:12

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From "toughen up" to "the trauma ends with me" - with guest, Marcus Soutra (For the Good Consulting) 26:55

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528 – Assessing Progress in the Ecological Approach: The Method of Progessive Constraints 8:38

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Why is the transition to sleep so extra hard? 33:44

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527 – Turvey, Lectures on Perception: An Ecological Perspective, Chapters 1 and 2 (JC46) 1:12:22

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Are folks with ADHD natural promoters? 27:13

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526 – Why are Balance Bikes More Effective for Learning to Ride than Bikes with Training Wheels? A Variability Analysis 13:11

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525 – Variability of Practice & Education of Attention 22:29

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524 - Is it better to give a specific performance outcome target or one based on perception of effort? 11:41

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What happens when you be more of the person you want to be? 29:22

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523 – Critical Fluctuations as an Early Warning Signal of Sports Injuries: Proof of Concept 14:40