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Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

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Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast Pushing Forward with Alycia is the weekly podcast that gives disability a voice and welcomes everyone—disabled people, allies, families, and inclusive employers—into a courageous, judgment‑free space to learn, ask questions, and advance access together. Launched June 29, 2023 and dropping new episodes every Thursday, host Alycia Anderson—disabled motivational speaker, DEI educator, entrepreneur, athlete, and storyteller—shares lived experience and amplifies voices across the global disability community. The show began as a safe, respectful space to talk honestly about difference, ableism, and belonging; that welcoming spirit remains its heartbeat today. What You’ll Hear From headline issues to everyday wins, we dig into DEI + disability, digital accessibility, workplace inclusion, disabling ableism, Disability Pride Month, intersectionality, airlines & disability discrimination, and so much more. If it shapes how disabled people live, learn, work, travel, play, create, love, and lead—we’re talking about it. Nearly 100 Episodes (and Counting!) In just two years we’ve published 98 full episodes (as of July 16, 2025) and are racing toward our 100th celebration. Recent conversations feature boundary‑breaking guests like Marsha Elle (bionic model, Billboard artist), Tiffany Yu (Diversability & The Anti‑Ableist Manifesto), Gigi Robinson (chronic illness creator & strategist), Kristen Anderson (global inclusive leadership champion), Isaac Harvey MBE (East London influencer & entrepreneur), and many more advocates, athletes, artists, policy shapers, siblings, caregivers, and allies you’ll love meeting. Who It’s For Whether you identify as disabled, are new to advocacy, support a disabled loved one, or lead teams striving to build a more inclusive workplace, you’ll leave each episode with insight, language, and actionable takeaways you can bring to classrooms, boardrooms, events, and everyday life. Our mission is to be a safe place to learn, share, ask “no wrong” questions, and transform awkwardness into connection. Listen & Support Follow, subscribe, share, rate, and review to help amplify disability inclusion. Sign up for release alerts, suggest a guest, and bring Alycia to speak or train your organization in disabling ableism. However you engage, you’re helping open hearts and clear paths for all of us. Open hearts, clear paths. Let’s go.© 2023 The Alycia Anderson Company, LLC Ciencias Sociales Relaciones
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  • Avery Roberts & Kelly Berger | CMD Advocacy Warriors

    Avery Roberts & Kelly Berger | CMD Advocacy Warriors
    Jul 17 2025
    In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson interviews Avery Roberts and Kelly Berger, two formidable advocates living with congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD). They discuss their journeys in advocacy, the challenges of living with CMD, and the significant role Medicaid plays in their lives. They also touch on the importance of disability representation in media and the arts, with Avery sharing her experience as the first wheelchair user to perform at Radio City Music Hall. Kelly discusses her passion for travel and mentorship within the disability community. The episode concludes with insights into the Cure CMD organization and the upcoming conference in Philadelphia, focusing on education, community, and research updates for congenital muscle diseases. Episode Flow & Milestones 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:47 Meet Our Inspiring Guests: Avery Roberts and Kelly Berger 02:15 The Heart of Advocacy: Personal Journeys 05:24 Understanding Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD) 08:17 Challenges and Triumphs in Advocacy 10:08 Breaking Barriers in Performance and Art 14:33 Travel and Adventure: Empowerment Through Exploration 17:20 Mentorship and Community Support 18:11 Cure CMD and Upcoming Conference 22:02 Final Thoughts and Motivation A Quote from Avery "In terms of people who are outside of the disability community, meet me outside of the box." A Quote from Kelly " Don't stop fighting. It's gonna be hard. It's not easy. Don't let anybody diminish your needs. Just don't stop fighting." Deep Dives from This Episode ✨ The Heart of Advocacy 🧬 Understanding CMD 🌍 Empowering Through Artistry and Travel 🌱 Mentorship and Community Building 🎉 Anticipation for the SIPAIM Conference 🛣️ Finding Your Own Path 🗣️ Raise Your Voice for Real Change 📦 Meet Me Outside of the Box: A Call for Inclusivity 🙏 The Strength in Asking for Help ⚡ Empowerment Defined: Your Disability, Your Rules 🎯 When Advocacy Meets Artistry: Unstoppable Actions Connect with Kelly Berger Kelly's: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Connect with Avery Roberts Avery's ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Follow Up with Alycia: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share Feedback with Alycia About the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Alycia on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Alycia on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book Alycia for a Speaking Event⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inquire on How Alycia Can Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Alycia’s Disability Inclusion Micro Learning Video Series⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Marsha Elle | Bionic Model, Billboard Artist and Social Icon

    Marsha Elle | Bionic Model, Billboard Artist and Social Icon
    Jul 10 2025
    In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson welcomes the radiant and unstoppable Marsha Elle, a bionic model, songwriter, actress, and disability advocate. They discuss the transformative power of turning adversity into artistry, the importance of self-acceptance, and the challenges of representation in fashion and entertainment. Marsha shares her journey of embracing her prosthetic leg, the viral success of her second album 'Brave,' and her inspiring song 'I Am Beautiful.' The conversation highlights the vital need for continued advocacy and representation, especially in light of the current pullback from diversity initiatives. Marsha emphasizes the importance of community, creativity, and self-expression, offering powerful advice to young disabled individuals looking to achieve their dreams. The episode celebrates disability pride and spotlights Marsha's significant contributions to advancing inclusivity in music and fashion. Where to Find Each Topic 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Meet Marsha Elle: The Bionic Model 02:04 Marsha's Journey to Self-Acceptance 05:30 The Power of Vulnerability and Community 11:03 I Am Beautiful: The Story Behind the Song 13:07 Breaking Barriers in Fashion 18:19 Advocating for Representation 25:00 Marsha's Projects and Future Plans 28:44 Final Thoughts and Inspiration A Quote from Marsha “ We are not going to wait for a seat at the table. We're starting to build our own seats at the table.” ~ Marsha Elle Essential Lessons & Reflections 🦿 Embracing Bravery: A Bionic Model's Journey 🤝 Finding Community and Purpose 🏆 Making History: The First Accessible Grammys 🎶 Empowering Others Through Music 🎨 Redefining Beauty and Identity 👠 Breaking Barriers in Fashion 📸 The Importance of Representation 👗 The Importance of Representation in Fashion 🌟 Glow Unlimited and Future Endeavors 💼 Building Our Own Seats: Empowerment and Economic Power 🦸‍♀️ Embrace Your Superpower! 💞 Empathy Through Vulnerability 💔 Embracing Vulnerability: The Story Behind 'Brave' 🪞 Embrace Imperfection: When 'Flawed' Goes Viral 🔊 The Power of Affirmation in Music 🛤️ Embrace the Journey: Practice Before Seeking Validation Connect with Marsha Elle Website | Instagram | YouTube | Tik Tok Follow Up with Alycia:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share Feedback with Alycia About the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Alycia on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Alycia on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book Alycia for a Speaking Event⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inquire on How Alycia Can Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Alycia’s Disability Inclusion Micro Learning Video Series⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: Tiffany Yu's Exclusive

    The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: Tiffany Yu's Exclusive
    Jul 3 2025
    In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson kicks off Disability Pride Month with guest Tiffany Yu, a prominent disability advocate and founder of Diversability. Tiffany shares her powerful journey from a car accident at age nine that left her with multiple disabilities to becoming a celebrated para-climber and author of 'The Anti-Ableist Manifesto' The conversation delves into the significance of disability pride, the pivotal moments that shaped Tiffany's advocacy work, the importance of community, and the joy of rediscovering physical activity. Tiffany also discusses the launch of her new book, intended to educate and inspire better support for the disability community. Emphasizing rest and joyful living, this engaging episode highlights the importance of embracing and celebrating all facets of one's identity. Pacing Through the Discussion 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Kicking Off Disability Pride Month with Tiffany Yu 01:32 Defining Disability Pride 02:58 Tiffany's Personal Journey and Second Disability Origin Story 07:28 The Importance of Community 13:58 Behind the Scenes of Advocacy Work 21:47 Discovering Para Climbing 35:49 The Anti-Ableist Manifesto 41:18 Final Thoughts and Pushing Forward Moment A Quote Tiffany Yu “My definition of disability pride is asserting our worth  and value in a society that  tells us that we should feel shame about who we are or devalues us in one way or another. ” ~ Tiffany Yu What Emerged from the Conversation 😊 Disability Pride and Personal Reflection 💪 Defying Ableism: The True Meaning of Disability Pride 💫 Tiffany's Journey and Community Building 🌿 The Essence of Community: Growing Together 🎉 Balancing Advocacy: Making Space for Disabled Joy 🛌 The Power of Rest: Why Self-Care is Key to Sustainability 🧗‍♀️ The Joy of Para Climbing 😤 Overcoming Challenges: Complaining All the Way to the Summit! 🌄 Finding Awe in the Journey 📜 The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: A Legacy of Change 🫶 The Fine Line Between Vulnerability and Oversharing 🚀 Take the Leap: Embrace Excitement and Fear! Connect with Tiffany Yu Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Tik Tok | Twitter/X | Facebook Follow Up with Alycia: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share Feedback with Alycia About the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Alycia on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Alycia on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book Alycia for a Speaking Event⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inquire on How Alycia Can Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Alycia’s Disability Inclusion Micro Learning Video Series⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 m
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