The Year We Grew Together: Success, Sacrifice & Brotherhood

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 Intro00:48 Welcome Back to Beyond the Science Podcast01:21 Year in Review & New Ventures02:57 From Clinician to CEO06:23 Journey to Entrepreneurship08:13 The Power of Community10:55 Behind the Scenes of BNB Summit12:27 Civil Discourse and Thought Exchange15:26 Block Party & Fellowship Moments17:48 Residential Services Vision20:29 Homelessness and the Autism Spectrum22:23 Challenges of Starting Group Homes24:56 Introducing Sapphire AI31:14 What Makes Sapphire Different35:14 BACB ACE Provider Changes37:32 Special Education Funding Cuts41:51 BCBA at Sea 202743:31 Reflecting on the Podcast Journey45:53 Brotherhood & Mental Health54:32 The Cost of Success55:29 Family Sacrifices, Balance & Fatherhood1:08:40 Closing Thoughts