What happens when three ABA leaders turn their vision into a movement?
Jeron Trotman, Joseph Adams, and Darius Cooper open up about how they built Beyond the Science into one of the most impactful voices in behavior analysis. They share the highs of launching new ventures, from group homes to Sapphire AI, and the hidden struggles that come with success: family sacrifices, shifting friendships, and staying grounded while leading a growing community.
🎧 Watch now their honest, inspiring look at brotherhood, ambition, and the real cost of chasing purpose in ABA and beyond.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:48 Welcome Back to Beyond the Science Podcast
01:21 Year in Review & New Ventures
02:57 From Clinician to CEO
06:23 Journey to Entrepreneurship
08:13 The Power of Community
10:55 Behind the Scenes of BNB Summit
12:27 Civil Discourse and Thought Exchange
15:26 Block Party & Fellowship Moments
17:48 Residential Services Vision
20:29 Homelessness and the Autism Spectrum
22:23 Challenges of Starting Group Homes
24:56 Introducing Sapphire AI
31:14 What Makes Sapphire Different
35:14 BACB ACE Provider Changes
37:32 Special Education Funding Cuts
41:51 BCBA at Sea 2027
43:31 Reflecting on the Podcast Journey
45:53 Brotherhood & Mental Health
54:32 The Cost of Success
55:29 Family Sacrifices, Balance & Fatherhood
1:08:40 Closing Thoughts
