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Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

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.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
27 minutes
Episodes
108
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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🌟 2023 Reflections and Revelations🌟: Alycia and Marty

🌟 2023 Reflections and Revelations🌟: Alycia and Marty

In this episode Join Alycia Anderson and her husband Marty in this special year-end episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," as they take a heartfelt stroll down memory lane, …
00:27:12  |   Thu 28 Dec 2023
The Heart of a Blended Family❤️: Love Beyond Boundaries

The Heart of a Blended Family❤️: Love Beyond Boundaries

A blended families tale Join us in a truly heartwarming episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," as Alycia Anderson, along with her stepmom Lisa and sister Corinna, opens the …
00:23:37  |   Thu 21 Dec 2023
Championing Intellectual Disability Rights: Bill Krebs

Championing Intellectual Disability Rights: Bill Krebs

Bill Krebs Lights the Way for Disability Advocacy Get ready for a conversation that will ignite your own inner advocate! In this episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," Alyci…
00:26:24  |   Thu 14 Dec 2023
Runway of Dreams founder, Mindy Scheier

Runway of Dreams founder, Mindy Scheier

Weaving Accessibility into Style Join us in this heartfelt episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," where Alycia Anderson welcomes Mindy Scheier, the heart and soul behind Run…
00:27:42  |   Thu 07 Dec 2023
Mike Box: Founder of Box Wheelchairs

Mike Box: Founder of Box Wheelchairs

Welcome Mike Box! In this episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," we have the pleasure of welcoming Mike Box, the brilliant mind behind Box Wheelchairs. His innovative approa…
00:19:08  |   Thu 30 Nov 2023
From Medical Malpractice to Champion Athlete: Dez Del Barba Shares His Incredible Story

From Medical Malpractice to Champion Athlete: Dez Del Barba Shares His Incredible Story

In this emotionally charged episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast" Dez Del Barba, a military veteran who became a survivor of medical malpractice after contracting necrotizin…
00:28:53  |   Thu 16 Nov 2023
Adaptive Fitness and Nutrition with Nikki Walsh

Adaptive Fitness and Nutrition with Nikki Walsh

In this episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," Alycia interviews Nikki Walsh, a wheelchair user and personal trainer who is passionate about making fitness and nutrition acc…
00:25:01  |   Thu 09 Nov 2023
A Conversation 💬 on Disabilities, Mental Health and Workplace Well-being

A Conversation 💬 on Disabilities, Mental Health and Workplace Well-being

Welcome back to Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast Where disabilities find their voice. This week Alycia Anderson welcomes her friend, Brian McComak, CEO of Hummingbird Humanity, an …
00:21:33  |   Thu 02 Nov 2023
Alycia Anderson shares her NDEAM Story: From Waitress to Workplace Warrior

Alycia Anderson shares her NDEAM Story: From Waitress to Workplace Warrior

Reflecting on NDEAM: An Inspirational Journey with Alycia & Marty In the latest episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," with Alycia Anderson has something very special in sto…
00:25:12  |   Thu 26 Oct 2023
The Dani Izzie Story: A quadriplegic mother's unbreakable bond

The Dani Izzie Story: A quadriplegic mother's unbreakable bond

In this heartwarming episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, host Alycia Anderson introduces us to an extraordinary individual, Dani Izzie. As a digital marketing expert, Dani …
00:22:24  |   Thu 19 Oct 2023
Flight for Equality:Disabled Travelers Unite

Flight for Equality:Disabled Travelers Unite

Welcome to"Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast", where we embrace the power of resilience, ambition, and conquering adversity. Our community believes in the boundless potential within …
00:22:04  |   Thu 12 Oct 2023
The Power of Communication: Celebrating NDEAM with Dustin Giannelli

The Power of Communication: Celebrating NDEAM with Dustin Giannelli

A Remarkable CEO: Dustin Giannelli's Story In this special episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month by digging into…
00:24:07  |   Thu 05 Oct 2023
The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the younger sister ❤️

The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the younger sister ❤️

In this heartwarming episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast", join Alycia and her younger sister, Corinna, as they journey down memory lane. Discover how sibling bonds, suppor…
00:24:45  |   Thu 28 Sep 2023
A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller

A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller

Breaking Barriers with Music Get ready for an uplifting episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast" as host Alycia Anderson welcomes the extraordinary Amy Wang-Hiller, a violin vi…
00:23:54  |   Thu 21 Sep 2023
The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri

The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri

The Beauty of Friendship In this heartfelt episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast" join Alycia Anderson and her special guest, Kerri A. Vanderbom, Ph.D., for a touching explor…
00:25:31  |   Thu 14 Sep 2023
Twin Sisters, Forever Advocates ❤️❤️

Twin Sisters, Forever Advocates ❤️❤️

Welcome back to Pushing Forward with Alycia Where heartfelt stories of resilience and unity take center stage. In this very personal episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast" , …
00:28:39  |   Thu 07 Sep 2023
The Essence of Empathy | Michael Tennant

The Essence of Empathy | Michael Tennant

Exploring The Power of Empathy with Michael Tennant Step into the circle of empathy and inclusivity with another thought-provoking episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast". In …
00:30:08  |   Thu 31 Aug 2023
Brad Parks  |  Paralympian & Founder of Wheelchair Tennis

Brad Parks | Paralympian & Founder of Wheelchair Tennis

Episode 10: Paralympian Brad Parks In this episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast", Alycia Anderson delves into the life and accomplishments of Paralympian Brad Parks, a name …
00:23:49  |   Thu 24 Aug 2023
Barrier-Free Design | Maegan Blau

Barrier-Free Design | Maegan Blau

Episode 9: Maegan Blau Welcome back to "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast"! In this episode, Alycia opens the conversation into the world of Barrier-Free Design with the super talent…
00:23:20  |   Thu 17 Aug 2023
Embracing Inclusivity: Adaptive Yoga + A.P.E. with Carli Ross

Embracing Inclusivity: Adaptive Yoga + A.P.E. with Carli Ross

In this episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast" Alycia welcomes Carli Ross, an adaptive physical education leader and the founder of Carli B Yoga, to share the transformative …
00:22:32  |   Thu 10 Aug 2023
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