What happens when poetry, culture, and science collide? This episode reveals the story behind Black Male BCBA Day and the movement transforming the field of behavior analysis. You’ll hear powerful insights on mentorship, representation, and overcoming challenges as the first Black male BCBAs. From brotherhood to everyday lessons, it’s a look at how breaking barriers is reshaping the future of ABA.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:30 Poetry performance

01:10 Meet Andre Anderson

03:10 Personal connections, support, and recognition

05:07 Excitement about the summit

08:22 Ben Crump’s message of support

10:10 Reflections on mentorship & inspiration

12:20 Origins of Black Male BCBA Day

17:59 Statistics on representation in ABA

18:14 Grandmother’s influence, poetry, and ABA

24:00 Challenges as the first Black male BCBA in Tennessee

27:43 Advice for RBTs entering the field

30:45 Function-based interventions & friendships

35:04 Applying ABA principles in marriage & family life

36:53 Blending poetry, hip hop, and behavioral science

39:05 Quick-fire questions with Andre

40:21 Message for young professionals in ABA

42:27 Straight talk on fatherhood & raising daughters

45:41 Gratitude and legacy in ABA

47:39 Closing remarks