In this groundbreaking first episode, three passionate black male professionals in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) come together to share their unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs.
From navigating a predominantly white field to building their own businesses, these men offer raw, honest insights into diversity in ABA. They discuss the power of mentorship, community, and representation while tackling tough topics like working with aggressive older children and cultural barriers.
Get ready for an eye-opening conversation that goes beyond textbook ABA and dives deep into the real-world experiences of these inspiring trailblazers.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Beyond the Science podcast
00:50 Who are the hosts of the podcast?
02:00 Mission and vision of the Beyond the Science podcast
03:46 Jeron Trotman, the founder of Black Men in Behavior Analysis
04:49 Jeron Trotman, the founder of Black Men in Behavior Analysis
10:05 Joseph Adams, the owner of Adams Behavior Consulting LLC
12:48 The importance of hearing diverse voices in ABA
19:08 Challenges faced by black male ABA professionals
23:52 The power of community and mentorship
29:50 A podcast as a safe space to share information and insights
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