Beyond The Science Podcast

What Our Mothers Never Told Us | Mother’s Day Special

In this special Mother’s Day episode of Beyond the Science, we honor the women who carried us through life with love, sacrifice, strength, and grace. We welcome our mothers onto the show for an honest and emotional conversation about motherhood, family, faith, resilience, and the sacrifices that shaped our lives. Filled with laughter, gratitude, tears, and reflection, this episode is a celebration of the women whose love held everything together — even during the hardest seasons. Together, we reflect on: * The sacrifices our mothers made behind the scenes * Growing up through difficult times * The strength and beauty of Black motherhood * Faith, resilience, and family values * Emotional conversations between sons and mothers * Lessons passed down through generations * Gratitude for the women who gave us everything Happy Mother’s Day to every woman whose love became the foundation for someone else’s life. Timestamps (00:00) – Mother’s Day Special Introduction (02:03) – Mothers’ Introductions & Personal Journeys (09:56) – The Challenges of Motherhood (14:39) – Celebrating Their Children’s Achievements (17:36) – Sons Reflect on Their Mothers’ Sacrifices (24:23) – Moments of Struggle & Sacrifice (31:39) – Straight Talk with Mom (36:45) – Favorite Family Traditions & Holidays (41:46) – Reflections on Motherhood, Legacy & Faith (46:04) – Advice for Other Mothers (52:48) – Final Reflections & Mother’s Day Message #BeyondTheScience #MothersDaySpecial #BlackMotherhood #MotherhoodJourney #FamilyLegacy #FaithAndFamily #MentalHealthConversations #EntrepreneurMindset #PersonalGrowth #PodcastClips

AI’s Rapid Rise in ABA: Are We Ready for It?

Is AI about to change behavior analysis forever? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Adam Ventura, founder of Intraverbal AI, to unpack what’s really happening at the intersection of artificial intelligence and ABA and what it means for clinicians, researchers, and practice owners right now. We explore: * Whether AI could become part of your ABA treatment team * The ethical concerns the field can’t ignore * How AI is transforming session notes, reports, and research * Why ABA may be moving faster than it’s ready for * A bold prediction for where AI and ABA are headed by 2030 We also go beyond technology, diving into leadership, decision-making, parenting, and what it means to build something that lasts. If you’re a BCBA, RBT, clinic owner, student, or simply curious about the future of ABA, this conversation will challenge how you think about AI. 🎧 Watch now and decide for yourself: Is AI a breakthrough tool… or a risky shortcut? Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:38 Personal Updates & Adam’s Big News 02:44 What Is Intraverbal AI 04:02 Balancing Product Development vs Sales 05:37 Favorite Tools in the Intraverbal Toolbox 08:04 AI in ABA Hype Vs. Reality 12:27 AI Ethics and Accountability Concerns 16:56 AI Agents Developing Their Own Language 20:10 Elon Musk, Robots and the Future of AI 20:50 Could AI Join ABA Treatment Teams? 25:08 New Research Initiative and Literature Analysis 28:27 AI and New Discoveries in Behavior Analysis 31:43 Straight Talk With Joe 33:51 Arguing in Front of Kids 37:39 Marriage, Society & Modern Dating 39:59 The Benefits of Marriage 44:55 Healthy vs Unhealthy Arguments 52:00 Intraverbal Updates and Predictions 55:22 Coop’s Off The Clock

Beyond the Software: How Office Puzzle Is Simplifying ABA Operations Without Burning Out Providers

What happens when empathy meets smart technology in ABA? In this episode of Beyond the Science, we sit down with Charlene Kurth, COO of Office Puzzle, to explore how one practice management platform is helping ABA providers run smarter, scale sustainably, and reduce daily stress. Charlene shares her path from psychology and analytics into ABA tech, and why Office Puzzle was built to support people, not just data. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why broken systems, not care, hold practices back - How Office Puzzle unifies scheduling, notes, billing, and compliance - Where AI actually helps (and where it shouldn’t) - Why affordable, flexible tools matter for growth - How customer support and community drive success If you’re an ABA provider, clinic owner, or clinician looking for better systems without burnout, this episode is for you. 👉 Watch now and discover a smarter way to run your practice. Timestamps: 00:38 Meet Charlene of Office Puzzle 02:08 Charlene’s background and career path 04:23 Day-to-day role as COO 05:12 Advice for aspiring leaders 06:47 Origin of the Office Puzzle name 08:46 Key pain points Office Puzzle solves 12:48 HIPAA compliance and data security 13:26 AI features and note generation 16:23 Common mistakes business owners make 20:55 The biggest challenge in the field 22:29 Proudest moments and team growth 23:35 Provider success story 25:34 Straight Talk with Joe 28:46 Supporting small and growing practices 30:30 All-in-one pricing and accessibility 32:36 Long-term vision for Office Puzzle 34:17 Expanding services and position in the market 38:20 Georgia pilot program teaser 43:21 Industry perspective and competition 45:10 Empathy and community impact 47:30 Coop’s Off the Clock

The BTS Holiday Special 2025: Chaos, Laughs & Real Talk Returns

This Holiday Special brings all the vibes: laughter, games, and real talk. Jeron, Joe, and Coop are back in their ugly sweaters for a festive episode filled with holiday debates, movie face-offs, and a Christmas dinner draft that gets surprisingly competitive. But between the jokes, they open up about family, loss, and what the holidays really mean to them as fathers, friends, and business owners. In this episode: • Fun holiday showdowns: movies, traditions, music, and the ultimate dinner plate • How dads balance joy, pressure, and family expectations this season • Behind the Sapphire AI launch and what it taught about community • Honest talk on grief, forgiveness, and navigating tough moments during the holidays • Quick insights on Georgia insurance changes every ABA family should know A warm, entertaining, and genuinely heartfelt episode to close out the year. Press play and celebrate the season with the Beyond the Science crew. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:30 Holiday Special Begins 01:42 Parenting, Presence, and Christmas Balance 03:04 Holiday Traditions and Family Life 06:08 Recap of the Sapphire AI Launch 10:21 Coping with Loss During the Holidays 14:39 Holiday Movie Showdown 17:37 Overrated or Underrated Holiday Edition 21:32 Straight Talk with Joe: Georgia Insurance Changes 26:01 One Tip for Starting an ABA Business 27:34 Holiday Dinner Plate Draft 30:20 Coop’s Off the Clock 31:31 Ultimate Artist Showdown

Dr. Bill Ahearn on Stereotypy, Social Skills, and the Future of ABA

🔥 At FABA, one of ABA’s most respected researchers sits down for a rare, unfiltered conversation and the insights are game-changing. Dr. Bill Ahearn, Director of Research at the New England Center for Children, opens up about the state of ABA today, the misconceptions holding practitioners back, and the breakthroughs that could reshape how we understand automatically reinforced behavior, social skills, and early-career supervision. Here’s What We Dive into:✨ Why automatically reinforced behaviors require fresh strategies and how new research is shifting best practices. ✨ How the field is failing early-career BCBAs and what must change to support competent, confident practitioners. ✨ The real reason social-skills training lags behind and how to build interventions that actually transfer to real-world environments. If you care about the future of ABA, or want to sharpen your own practice, this episode is a must-watch.👉 Tune in now and level up your understanding of the field. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:47 FABA Podcast Presentation and Dr. Bill’s Intro 4:24 Dr. Bill’s Research and Excitement 8:56 Challenges and Successes in the Field 16:16 Impact of New RBT Requirements 18:22 Post-COVID Generations and Social Skills Training 25:10 Rapid Fire Questions And Reflections 32:23 Final Thoughts and Appreciation 33:53 Where to find Dr. Bill online