Podcasts about Alycia

On Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson welcomes guest Jessica Buchanan, a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, podcast host, and kidnapping survivor, to discuss resilience, mental health, and purpose after trauma. Buchanan recounts how a teacher from Ohio came to work in Somalia in mine risk education for the Danish Demining Group, ignored her intuition after feeling pressured to travel, and was kidnapped at gunpoint with a Danish colleague, held hostage outdoors for 93 days, threatened with being sold to Al-Shabaab, starved, isolated, and fearful of losing her mind. She describes the January 25, 2012 rescue by SEAL Team Six ordered by President Obama and the call Obama made to her father. Buchanan shares her PTSD recovery, therapy and medication, her concept of “surviving survival,” how writing and speaking evolved from her first book Impossible Odds to How to Survive Survival, and her mission to help others turn pain into purpose. Moment by Moment Through Survival  00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:25 Meet Jessica Buchanan 03:13 From Ohio to Somalia 05:47 The Kidnapping 09:18 93 Days Captive 12:55 SEAL Team Rescue 17:09 Accessibility Check Break 20:15 Aftermath and PTSD 24:15 Reclaiming Her Story 30:39 Building a Platform 34:46 Mission and Legacy 36:25 Pushing Forward Mantra  Quotes from Jessica “Listen to my intuition, trust my intuition, and stop deferring to other people to make decisions about my safety and my life.” ~ Jessica Buchanan “The rescue was only part of it. There's a second survival phase that comes in the aftermath of your trauma experience.” ~ Jessica Buchanan “There can be more than one hero in a story.” ~ Jessica Buchanan The Heartbeats of This Conversation 

Alycia and Katey are BACK and they pinky promise to stop ghosting you. Katey is fully, irreversibly in her Bravo era and this week she's dragging Alycia into Summer House drama whether she likes it or not.Kyle and Amanda's divorce. A love triangle. A reunion meltdown. Ciara said what she said (“snakes in the grass,” iconic, no notes), Amanda felt absolutely nothing apparently, and we have THOUGHTS.

This week, Alycia TwoBears; the brilliant poet, artist, author, educator, and overall fantastic human being stopped by. We dive into many subjects focusing on anti-racism and celebrating our queerness and bisexuality. We have a beautifully open conversation about our queerness and how much it means to us the more we accept ourselves in whole. Alycia, thank you so much for your love and vulnerability.

Alycia Anderson shares an update after a recent medical scare and is interviewed by her sister Corinna from the Slay & Pray podcast. After years without major interventions but with extensive internal reconstruction from her disability, Alycia developed severe abdominal pain and vomiting after eating a large carrot and went to the ER, where a CT scan showed an intestinal obstruction. She was admitted for four days with an NG tube to decompress her stomach, hoping to avoid risky surgery due to prior abdominal operations and scar tissue; her bowels eventually resumed function and the tube was removed. The conversation covers fear, family trauma, accepting support from Marty, Regina, and niece Ella, vulnerability about “invisible” disability issues, postponing work as an entrepreneur, and committing to slower living, dietary changes, and prioritizing health and family. From ER Scare to Healing Victory: The Moments That Made This Story Unforgettable  00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:27 Medical Scare Update 01:08 Meet The Sister Host 02:26 Health History Context 06:00 Carrot Triggered Pain 07:50 ER Diagnosis Obstruction 10:01 Family Panic Support 14:21 Hospital Tube Ordeal 15:27 Motivation Goals Board 17:19 Vulnerability With Ella 21:12 Hospital Humor Breakthrough 22:23 Let People Show Up 24:00 Marty The Rock 25:12 Colorado Sepsis Warning 26:31 Business Forced Pause 27:35 Community Love Online 29:23 Vulnerability And Stigma 31:17 Tube Out Victory 33:28 Recovery Reset Mindset 34:51 Slow Down And Prioritize 37:01 Pushing Forward Farewell  Best Quotes “The invisible stuff that goes on is the harder part of my disability.”  ~ Alycia Anderson “That does not make me think any other way about you. Never, not one time.”  ~ Corinna  The Real Life Lessons Hidden Inside a Five Day Hospital Stay 

David and Krystal are joined by a repeat guest, the one, the only, Civics&Coffee! Join the trio in discussing the Haymarket Murders and workers' rights. Don't forget to support us and Alycia wherever you listen and interact with podcasts!

Alycia Anderson welcomes her mentor and former Chico State professor, Dr. Rebecca Lytle, who has spent 35 years building programs, publishing research, securing grants, and expanding adaptive physical activity and education locally and globally. Alycia shares how Dr. Lytle helped her overcome insecurity as a disabled student and how their early meeting led Alycia into adaptive PE. Dr. Lytle explains her drive for equity and access, shaped by growing up before Title IX, and describes organic program development at Chico State, including adult disability programs, youth programs, and an autism clinic. They discuss adaptive PE as foundational to confidence and independence, offer strategies for inclusive general PE through varied game formats, reflect on ongoing challenges in inclusion and DEI, and highlight international work in India and the UAE. Dr. Lytle's closing “pushing forward” mantra is to be open to opportunities, take them, and create them. Lessons for Leaders & Doers

Alycia Two Bears practices birthing as ceremony and sees support for pregnant and birthing bodies as key to healthy communities. Through her work and as a mother of five, she advocates for home births, midwifery, and informed access to birthing choices. Alycia recently won University of British Columbia's Carol Hird Memorial Award for dedication to practice in underserved communities. Alycia is a Two-Spirit storyteller and an award winning poet. Her work has appeared in Red Rising Magazine's matriarchy issue and has been recognized through the Kemosa Scholarship for Indigenous Mothers in Alberta. She speaks about identity, kinship, and connection in ways that are grounded, expansive, and important for all of us. Also check out Alycia as host of our 2025 Aunties Emergent visit with Otakwan of Métisse, Otipemisiwak Nationan who is educator, supermodel, producer, and activist. The two talk discuss how to take on bullying, and the Big Love they have for each other. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026, Alycia and Marty host Shawn Jordison (“The Accessibility Guy”) to discuss why digital accessibility is not just compliance but innovation and human impact. Shawn shares his path from an 18-year-old student worker creating braille and alternate media at a community college to leading accessibility roles across California's 116 community colleges, then launching his YouTube channel and accessibility business. He describes living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and recounts a pivotal experience helping a student with a learning disability use text-to-speech to succeed in college. They address common organizational barriers—time, money, overwhelm, and inaccessible tools—and recommend starting with accessible authoring tools, using built-in features like headings and alt text, testing with NVDA, and inventorying content before tackling legacy work. Shawn also explores AI's growing role in access and ends with “be an accessibility champion” and “accessibility equals usability,” alongside plugs for Own It Mastery Collective and The Accessibility Check. The Takeaways That Make Inclusion Usable

Alycia Anderson welcomes Elizabeth Ansell, founder of #NotJustFatigue, a nonprofit advancing awareness, research, and policy for ME/CFS, and discusses how Elizabeth has driven advocacy and federal policy work while bedbound. Elizabeth shares becoming ill at 26 while working in New York City, years of misdiagnoses, and being dismissed as psychosomatic. She explains teaching herself medicine before being diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome, defined by post-exertional malaise and many possible symptoms. She describes launching her organization after learning the disease's history and stigma. They cover misconceptions tied to the “chronic fatigue” name, the need for education and funding, policy wins including ME/CFS language in the Long COVID Recovery Initiative, and an NIH reporting requirement tied to a 2024 research roadmap. She then explains ways to get involved for May 12 ME/CFS Day using “millions missing,” sharing stories, and donating. From Challenge to Change

Alycia Anderson welcomes Mindy Henderson, who is a speaker, author, VP of Disability Outreach and Empowerment at the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and editor-in-chief of Quest Media, to discuss disability advocacy, especially accessible air travel. Mindy explains why adding wheelchair spots on airplanes is complex due to regulation, safety testing, and staff training. They reflect on their shared experiences spending 20 years in tech while trying to “hide” disability. Mindy also describes how job loss pushed her into writing The Truth About Things That Suck and building a speaking platform centered on honest storytelling. Insights You Can Use

Are you wrestling with church hurt, spiritual abuse, or disappointment in pastoral care and church leadership? In this gospel-centered episode of Shepherd's Heart, Stewart and Alycia White gently but boldly unpack the crucial differences between a biblical church and a church as business. We explore how unhealthy church structures, CEO pastors, and corporate church models can lead to spiritual trauma, abuse of power, and a crisis of accountability, leaving wounded believers searching for healing, restoration, and trustworthy discipleship.Learn how to recognize seven clear signs your church may be operating as a business rather than following Christ's call to gospel-centered care and authentic biblical counseling. We discuss red flags such as NDAs (non-disclosure agreements), church discipline handled as HR, treating members as customers, mega church dynamics, partiality toward influential members, misuse of church discipline, avoidance of church crisis conversations, and prioritizing brand over people.You'll gain insight into real biblical discernment; how to spot unhealthy church organizations, navigate church discipline, seek wise accountability, and evaluate your own healing journey. Whether you've experienced toxic church leadership, spiritual neglect, or are a leader seeking a healthy church model, Stewart and Alycia point you to the hope of Christ, the comfort of Scripture, and practical next steps for your healing and restoration.If you need resources or support, we highly recommend reaching out to BeEmboldened:BeEmboldened Ministries website — https://www.beemboldened.com/BeEmboldened YouTube channel — https://www.youtube.com/@beEmboldenedContact beEmboldened: https://www.beemboldened.com/contactWorkshops for churches, survivor groups, and more are available— https://www.beemboldened.com/programsEpisode Summary:Seven warning signs that point to a business-minded church structure and how these relate to spiritual abuse, trauma, and neglect.How CEO pastors, mega church growth, and legal tools like NDAs signal a shift from gospel-centered discipleship to corporate priorities.Why biblical counseling, scriptural accountability, and honest pastoral care must anchor every healthy church.How to recognize and respond wisely to partiality, power imbalances, and crisis management driven by business interests rather than love for Christ.Steps for your healing journey: approaching church leadership with grace, processing hurt through a biblical lens, and discerning when it may be time to seek restoration or a new church community.The essential marks of a truly healthy, biblically faithful church.Key Scripture:John 10 highlights Jesus as the Good Shepherd who cares for, restores, and protects His flock, contrasting godly pastoral leadership with the dangers of false shepherds and business-focused church organizations.Care and Encouragement:If you are navigating spiritual trauma, abuse of power, or crisis in your church, know you are not alone. Shepherd's Heart is not a substitute for local pastoral care, Biblical counseling, or professional counseling where necessary, but comes alongside you on your healing journey with truth and compassion.Final Encouragement & Call to Action:If this episode helps you discern, heal, or grow, please subscribe, share, and comment with your questions or experiences. Stewart and Alycia take every story seriously—it's our honor to pray for you.Reach out below if you would like support, have suggestions for future topics, or need help taking your next step toward restoration.You are seen, loved, and cared for by the Good Shepherd. There is hope after church hurt—and real healing can begin.TIMSTAMPS:0:00 - Why Jesus Flipped Tables (And Where He Did It)0:42 - We Love the Church! Here's Why This Conversation Matters5:07 - Sign #1: The Pastor Acts More Like a CEO Than a Shepherd11:35 - Sign #2: Members Are Treated Like Customers or Stockholders18:23 - Sign #3: The Service Points to the Church Instead of Christ25:50 - Sign #4: Missions Become a Brand-Building Sizzle Reel29:06 - Sign #5: Crisis Response Looks Like Corporate PR, Not Pastoral Care38:54 - Sign #6: The Speed of Response Reveals the Heart47:14 - Sign #7: NDAs and Legal Silencing in the Church50:29 - What To Do If You're Seeing These Red Flags52:45 - Sign #8 (BONUS!): When All Counseling Gets Outsourced53:46 - Closing Thoughts and Prayer RequestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shepherd-s-heart--4100466/support.

Talking about My sister and Friends podcast, pushing forward with Alycia and our sister, Ali Stroker, who was the guest yesterday.

Alycia Anderson welcomes Tony Award-winning actress and disability advocate Ali Stroker, reflecting on their first meeting at a mobility expo where they bonded over making wheelchairs more fashion forward. Ali shares her story of becoming disabled at age two after a car accident that caused a C7–T2 incomplete spinal cord injury, and explains how theater—discovered at age seven—helped her reclaim the “gaze” and build identity, confidence, and purpose. They discuss not waiting for permission, pushing through inaccessibility and others' fear, and the impact of Ali's Broadway milestones, including her debut in Spring Awakening and her Tony-winning role as Ado Annie in Oklahoma. Ali talks about writing middle-grade and children's books for representation, prioritizing health and aging, and why motherhood and marriage are her greatest accomplishments. She closes with a favorite Marianne Williamson quote about embracing one's power. Broadway Beats from Ali Stroker 

On Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson welcomes writer and teacher Molly Gaudry, founder of Lit Pub and author of We Take Me Apart and Fit Into Me: A Novel: A Memoir, to discuss storytelling, identity, and memory. Molly shares being born in Korea, adopted, and growing up in northeast Ohio, where early language acquisition and school support shaped her love of reading and writing. Molly recounts a 2011 concussion that led to months of double vision and sensory overload. She eventually addressed it through vision therapy and an exploratory study at the University of Utah that taught coping strategies rather than a cure. She reflects on how the injury reshaped her boundaries, pace, and happiness. From Challenge to Change

In this episode, Stephanie is joined by Alycia, a Gestational Diabetes Nutritionist who has spent the last couple of years building her business one foundation at a time, all while working at her full-time job and running a household with little ones at home.  They talk about what a real week in Alycia's business actually looks like, how niching down to gestational diabetes completely changed her traction, and the tools and systems she has put in place to make it all work without burning out. This one is for you if you're in the early or middle stages of building your nutrition business and wondering how other nutritionists actually make it happen day to day.   In this episode, you'll learn: How niching down to gestational diabetes changed everything for Alycia's leads, content, and confidence What a real week looks like when you're building a nutrition business alongside a full-time job and a young family The Instagram and email strategy Alycia uses to attract leads and move them toward a discovery call without chasing anyone Why she added an application form before discovery calls and how it almost completely eliminated no-shows Links and resources mentioned: Get 50% OFF Launch Your Nutrition Biz between April 20-24   Follow Alycia on Instagram   Flodesk   ManyChat   That Clean Life   Practice Better  

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Alycia Anderson welcomes Peri Finkelstein: Emmy-winning marketing consultant, keynote speaker, recent TEDx speaker, marathon participant, and founder/CEO of the Team Peri Foundation. Peri explains how assistive communication evolved from Proloquo4Text to 11 Labs AI voice technology, helping her be understood on podcasts and stages despite bias and past bullying. She shares growing up with nemaline rod myopathy, navigating surgeries, pain, fatigue, and a nontraditional childhood, and credits her mom as her primary support and collaborator. Peri describes how her May 2025 TEDx talk sparked a new commitment to vulnerable storytelling through Substack and a memoir. She also details the foundation's scholarship and Peri Project, which provides caregiver kits in pediatric ICUs and plans hospital expansion through 2026. She closes with motivation to embrace differences, find what you love, and create your own path. The Entrepreneurial Throughline

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance.In this episode we explore all things equestrian and insurance with guest Alycia Port, Equine Underwriter at Convex.Alycia explains how equine insurance works and the importance of having it, sharing her experience as both an event rider and equine underwriter.We hope you enjoyed this episode, if you did please subscribe to be notified when new episodes release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alycia Anderson welcomes Lawrence Carter-Long, Director of Engagement at ReelAbilities International, onto Pushing Forward with Alycia to discuss how disability narratives in media shape public understanding, possibility, and policy. Lawrence shares his background growing up with cerebral palsy, being a 1970s “poster child,” and how that early exposure taught him the power of media and communication. He explains ReelAbilities as a disability-forward film festival and year-round platform where “film is the front door” to community, conversation, and cultural change, emphasizing accessibility through open captions and audio description. They discuss moving beyond “tragic or heroic” tropes by elevating authentic stories and changing who writes, produces, directs, and greenlights projects, citing work like Best Summer Ever and Out of My Mind. Lawrence also describes the festival dates, sample programs, affiliate festivals, and his mantra: “go through the doors that open.” Rewriting the Narrative: Core Themes from Episode 136  

Alycia Anderson introduces an episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia focused on “glass children,” siblings of disabled kids who often advocate naturally while sometimes feeling invisible, and interviews Meghan Connolly Haupt, founder of Inclusive Saratoga. Meghan shares how her 13-year-old daughter's question sparked Meghan to use her 30-year social impact marketing background to help businesses and communities improve disability inclusion. They discuss how “separate but equal” still limits shared experiences, how loneliness and separation affect disabled people daily, and why barriers are often cultural as much as physical. Meghan explains an empathy-plus-creativity approach, offers low-cost accessibility fixes, and outlines the business case and closes with “relentless forward progress.” The Heart of this Episode

In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson speaks to parents, teachers, and caregivers about how to talk to kids about disability and why we shouldn't shut down their curiosity. She shared a joyful interaction with a six-year-old at her niece's recital who was excited about her wheelchair, asked questions, and even said she'd always wanted one. She contrasts that with a store experience where a mom's fearful comment instantly made her child retreat, illustrating how adult cues teach ableism, exclusion, and lowered expectations. She encourages using honest, safe language, modeling comfort, focusing on capabilities, and inviting respectful conversation so kids grow into inclusive adults who build workplaces, schools, and communities where everyone belongs. What Shaped the Dialogue

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Alycia Anderson celebrates Women's History Month on Pushing Forward with Alycia by welcoming her sisters, twin Regina and Corinna, to discuss women's empowerment, history-making moments, and lessons from their lives. In rapid-fire prompts, they share defining words, women they'd invite to dinner, what women should stop apologizing for, and their empowerment anthems. Regina recounts the life-changing emergency C-section birth of her daughter Ella, while Corinna shares a pivotal choice to call her future husband. Alycia reflects on leaving her corporate job, their father's influence, and grief around losing their parents. They close with hopes to be remembered for kindness, love of family, and inspiring others. Lessons for Leaders & Doers

Pushing Forward with Alycia introduces Lynsey Chediak, a disabled woman and rare disease advocate whose lived experience has shaped work spanning government, global health policy, and biotech. Lynsey shares growing up with arthrogryposis alongside an unaffected twin sister, realizing her difference at school, while also navigating chronic pain, limited medical answers, and systems not built for patients. Additionally, she speaks about how insurance barriers before the Affordable Care Act impacted access. Lynsey discusses rare disease priorities, which includes faster diagnosis, better treatment access, and policy change. Her role at BioMarin involves work to remove prior authorization in California and urging listeners to meet their local representatives. She also recounts ignoring neck pain that resulted in surgery, underscoring self-advocacy, and closes with her mantra that people are stronger than what doctors and medical charts suggest. Mindset Shifts & A-ha's ⚡ An Instant Connection

What happens when you decide you're done living the same year twice? In this powerful Women's History Month episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Kristina Watts⁠ shares the raw, disciplined, identity-shifting journey that changed everything. This isn't just a story about weight loss. It's about betting on yourself before anyone else understands. It's about quieting the noise. It's about standing at mile five of your life and realizing, I belong here. Kristina is a wife, mom of three, multipreneur, and founder of a multiple seven-figure life insurance agency. But three years ago, she was 274 pounds, rebuilding financially after losing a business, and facing the hardest opponent of all: Herself. From using GLP-1 medication amid criticism… To losing 130 pounds… To running her first marathon at the Every Woman's Marathon… To completing Andy Frisella's 75 Hard and then extending it to 365 days… This episode is about discipline, identity, leadership, and declaring your own “I Did It” year.

Pushing Forward with Alycia welcomes award-winning singer, songwriter, actor, writer, and Georgetown Law graduate James Ian, who lives with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) type 3. Alycia Anderson and James talk about meeting at New York Fashion Week 2024 during Runway of Dreams and what it meant to see disabled models represented on the runway. James shares how access barriers at Georgetown motivated him toward law school to fight for disability rights, and how experiences performing music—including falling on stage and disclosing his disability—helped him realize he could advocate through art. He also talks about his performance at the DRA Gala (Disability Rights Advocates) in a room that included Hillary Clinton, and discusses the limited opportunities for disabled musicians, widespread venue inaccessibility, and the extra labor of education and advocacy alongside creative work. James details SMA basics, how type 3 has progressed for him, and complications from his cervical stenosis surgery that led to C5 palsy, major loss of arm strength, requiring rehab and forcing him to relearn his body. This episode dives into so much more with reflections on grief, gratitude, learning to accept help and more on his songs including “Spaces,” “Lift Me Up” honoring Judy Heumann, and his collaboration “Unconditional Love” with disabled artist Tap Waters. What Shaped Our Dialogue ✨ When Advocacy Meets Artistry ⚖️ From Law to Lyrics

Send a textWhat if the very thing the world told you to downplay is actually your greatest leadership advantage?In this powerful episode, Alycia Anderson, who is an international keynote speaker, disability advocate, and Founder & CEO of The Alycia Anderson Company, shares how embracing identity is the foundation of transformational leadership. A lifelong wheelchair user and former multifamily VP of Sales, Alycia brings both lived experience and executive insight to the conversation. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyciaranderson/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alyciaspeaking/Website: https://alyciaanderson.com/We talk about: ✨  Growing up “watched” while navigating a world not built for her  ✨  The breadcrumbs that led her to the stage  ✨  Why disability is the inclusion conversation that bridges us all  ✨  How small, brave moments create extraordinary change This episode is about identity, self-advocacy, and building workplaces where people don't just fit in, they fully belong.Smart insights. Honest leadership. Human conversations that move the industry forward.Connect with us!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliemathisStreamline Website: https://www.streamlinemultifamily.comEmpowHER Website: https://empowhermultifamily.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/empowhermultifamily https://www.instagram.com/streamlinemultifamilyThis podcast is brought to you by Streamline Multifamily Group, a specialized consulting partner offering asset management services, training, social media management, and more. Visit streamlinemultifamily.com to learn more and reach out to Leslie at LMathis@StreamlineMultifamily.com for more information. And if you enjoyed the show, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review, we truly appreciate it!

Send a textAlycia and Tyler meet on a flight from Houston to Los Angeles. As they experience extensive turbulence along the way, they distract themselves by sharing intimate secrets with each other.Bernadette Armstrong directs Christine Uhebe as Alycia and David Phurdham as Tyler.Linda Shayne is the playwright. She graduated from UC Berkeley, worked in mental hospitals and published articles about San Quentin State Prison ex-offenders, before she became a writer/director in film and TV. Shayne has written movies for Disney, Showtime, Imagine Entertainment, and directed for Nickelodeon,  Warner Bros, and Paramount. Shayne created a dramedy TV series for Quincy Jones, two animated series for Warner Bros, and a dramedy TV series to film in Thailand. She directed an award-winning documentary playing festivals and adapted a WW2 spy book for a Swiss producer. Recently, Shayne was hired to write/direct a rom-com movie.Support the showFounded by playwright and filmmaker Bernadette Armstrong, Open-Door Playhouse is a Theater Podcast- like the radio dramas of the 1940s and 1950s. The Playhouse launched on September 15, 2020. At the time, Open-Door Playhouse provided Playwrights, Actors and Directors a creative outlet during the shutdown. Since its inception. Open-Door Playhouse has presented Short and One-Act plays from Playwrights across the country and internationally. In 2021 Open-Door Playhouse received a Communicator Award for Content for the Play Custody and in 2023 the play What's Prison Like was nominated for a Webby Award in the Crime & Justice Category.Plays are produced by Bernadette Armstrong, Sound Engineer is David Peters, sound effects are provided by Audio Jungle, and music from Karaoke Version. All plays are recorded at The Oak House Studio in Altadena, CA. There's no paywall at the Open-Door Playhouse site, so you could listen to everything for free. Open-Door Playhouse is a 501c3 non-profit organization, and if you would like to support performances of works by new and emerging playwrights, your donation will be gratefully accepted. Your tax-deductible donations help keep our plays on the Podcast Stage. We strive to bring our listeners thoughtful and surprising one-act plays and ten-minute shorts that showcase insightful and new perspectives of the world we share with others. To listen or to donate (or both), go to https://opend...

In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson chats with Adam Keys, an Army veteran and comedian, about his incredible journey of resilience, comedy, and advocacy. Adam shares his experiences as an Afghanistan war survivor, his transition to stand-up comedy, and the importance of humor in dealing with life's challenges, not in that particular order. He also discusses accessibility issues, the impact of his injuries on his identity, and his bold approach to tackling tough topics on stage. Tune in for a real conversation filled with laughter and valuable insights on perseverance. Press Play Roadmap 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Meet Adam Keys: Comedian and Veteran 01:39 Rapid Fire Questions with Adam 03:09 Adam's Journey: From Army to Comedy 08:05 Life After Injury: Embracing a New Reality 10:53 Advocacy and Humor: Breaking Barriers 14:48 Turning Frustrations into Comedy 15:32 Travel Challenges and Solutions 17:29 Dating Adventures Post-Injury 19:07 Performing for Different Audiences 24:32 Booking Challenges as a Disabled Comic 26:28 Upcoming Shows and Final Thoughts A Quote from Adam “ Whatever your fight may be, just keep fighting, but don't be weird.” ~ Adam Keys Big Picture & Bold Moves

In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' Alycia Anderson welcomes Rachel Shaw, president and founder of Rachel Shaw Incorporated, and a nationally recognized ADA compliance expert. Rachel shares her journey from a novice HR professional to an award-winning strategist, focusing on enabling employers to better accommodate disabled employees. The discussion includes her insights into the evolving understanding of ADA, the importance of communication and process in HR, and how to overcome fear and assumptions in workplace accommodation. Rachel also talks about her book 'Disabled Workforce: What the ADA Never Anticipated' and highlights the need for continual adaptation of the ADA to modern needs. The episode emphasizes empathy, curiosity, and the intent to find 'yes' as central to creating inclusive workspaces. Rachel concludes by stressing the importance of representation and how her work aims to make significant differences in people's lives. Strategy, Grit, and Growth ❓The Why Behind the Work

In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson welcomes Olivia Murphy, a disability advocate, speaker, and podcast host of 'Living My Best Disabled Life.' They discuss Olivia's journey of embracing her disabilities, overcoming internalized ableism, and using her platform to celebrate and advocate for the disability community. Olivia shares her experiences with cerebral palsy and being a late-diagnosed autistic, revealing the challenges and triumphs she encountered. The conversation also delves into the importance of authentic representation in media, Olivia's upcoming children's book 'How Olivia Learned to Live Her Best Disabled Life,' and the significance of creating inclusive environments. This episode highlights the power of disabled voices and the resilience required to thrive in a world not always designed for everyone. Timecoded Table of Contents 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Meet Today's Guest: Olivia Murphy 01:39 Living Your Best Disabled Life 03:16 Olivia's Journey with Disability 07:27 Finding Community and Overcoming Ableism 14:53 Olivia's Podcast and Advocacy Work 17:12 Exciting New Projects: Olivia's Children's Book 19:16 Fun Facts and Final Thoughts A Quote from Olivia “Don't let your disability stop you, but also don't see it as a barrier.” ~ Olivia Murphy Lessons for Leaders & Doers

In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson and co-host Marty Anderson engage in a detailed conversation with Michael Liner, a Social Security disability attorney who has gained fame on TikTok for his informative and entertaining content. Michael shares his personal journey from facing early educational challenges to becoming a leading disability advocate. He discusses the roles and responsibilities of his law practice, the intricacies of Social Security Disability Benefits, and debunks common myths surrounding the system. Michael also emphasizes the importance of dignity and authenticity in advocacy and offers valuable advice for navigating complex legal frameworks. The episode concludes with light-hearted rapid-fire questions, adding a fun twist to an insightful discussion. In-Depth Timeline of Events 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alicia 00:50 Meet Michael Liner: The Viral Lawyer 02:14 Michael's Journey: From Troubled Youth to Lawyer 04:13 Living the Dream: Michael's Current Life and Work 06:39 The Challenges and Rewards of Disability Law 13:35 Michael's Personal Struggles and Triumphs 18:33 Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits 20:43 Debunking Disability Myths 21:17 Disability Leadership Summit Announcement 22:09 Social Security Disability Trust Fund Facts 24:09 Addressing Fraud and Misconceptions 25:09 Cultural Stigma and Disability Benefits 27:25 Personal Story of Overcoming Stigma 28:56 Disability Inclusion in the Workforce 30:10 Empowering the Disabled Community 32:32 Legal Support and Client Services 36:12 Fun Lightning Round Questions 38:22 Final Thoughts and Mantra A Quote from Michael “ You have rights, you are a human.” ~ Michael Liner Inclusion in Action: Key Threads ✨ Meet Michael Liner: The Influential Attorney

We kick off 2026 interviews with a fantastic guest and some truly world class wines: Alycia Mondavi from Aloft and Dark Matter out of California. Learn more about the Mondavi Sisters here. Thanks to Fine Wine Imports for the chance to taste and chat with Alycia. Make sure to share and comment this episode and subscribe to our podcast.#wine #napavalley #cabernetsauvignon #mondavi

In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson dives into a heartfelt conversation with twins M.E. and Wesley Sanders. The discussion explores themes of confidence, resilience, and ambition as they share their unique journey living with Pfeiffer syndrome. The twins provide an insightful look into their medical experiences, the importance of femininity and self-expression, and the power of sibling support. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their limitations without allowing them to define their life, inspired by M.E. and Wesley's positivity and determination. What's Really Driving the Story

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In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia', Alycia Anderson welcomes Robin Wearley, an innovative entrepreneur and former flight attendant. Robin shares her journey of creating ADAPTS, a portable manual lifting sling designed to assist disabled individuals in emergency evacuations from airplanes and other disaster situations. They discuss the inspiration behind the product, the challenges of bringing it to market, and its broader applications in various settings such as hotels, schools, and arenas. Robin also offers invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly those focused on disability-related products. Tune in to hear about the significance of empowerment, resilience, and community support in driving meaningful change. Quick Jump Index 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Episode Overview: Women Empowerment and Disaster Preparedness 00:48 Meet Robin Wearley: Innovator and Entrepreneur 02:04 The Birth of ADAPTS: From Idea to Reality 07:02 Expanding the Vision: ADAPTS Beyond Airlines 20:10 Challenges and Triumphs in Entrepreneurship 21:57 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 27:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts A Quote from Robin Wearley “If you aim at nothing, you'll hit it every time.” ~ Robin Wearley Insights You Can Use

This week, we're recapping the 2025 Better Events Conference — what worked, what surprised us, and the moments that stuck with us most. We reflect on attendee feedback, lessons learned, and how our goals for the conference showed up in real time.. We're also joined by conference sponsor and friend of the pod Alycia Drube, who conducted a sustainability audit of our in-person day and shares thoughtful insights on what we did well and where we can continue to improve. A behind-the-scenes debrief on building better events, more intentionally.SHOW NOTES:Learn more about Alycia Drube and her business: alyciadrube.comListen to Alycia's Event Sustainability Dog Walk podcast: https://alyciadrube.com/podcastRegister interest for the 2026 Better Events Conference: https://forms.gle/caX87sth8DpgyZPi6Learn more about the pod, Better Events Conference and more: https://bettereventspod.com/the-latestWant our updated free run of show template? Send us an email at bettereventspod@gmail.comTHANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!——FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bettereventspod@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)@epeventsllc (Mary)

In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson introduces poet and author Victor Griggs, who shares insights from his book 'Rolling Through Life: Thoughts about Life Told Through Poetry and Prose.' Victor discusses the challenges and stigmas associated with navigating life in a wheelchair, drawing parallels between his experiences and the broader struggle for dignity and respect. He highlights the themes of resilience and ambition, emphasizing the importance of overcoming fear and self-doubt to pursue one's dreams. Victor also shares his upcoming projects and aspirations, including a sci-fi novel and further public speaking engagements. This episode emphasizes the power of community, inspiration, and the belief that all things are possible for everyone. Play-by-Play Guide 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Introducing Today's Guest: Victor Griggs 01:17 Reading from 'Rolling Through Life' 03:09 Victor's Personal Experiences with Disability 06:30 Inspirations: Basketball and Star Trek 09:41 The Journey to Becoming a Published Poet 12:42 Overcoming Fear and Insecurities 17:18 Future Legs: Victor's Advocacy Platform 20:48 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 22:41 Conclusion and Farewell A Quote from Victor Griggs “ Despite your circumstances, don't be afraid to go after your dreams. You might have to go about it differently than everybody else, but don't be afraid to go after your goals and your dreams.” ~ Victor Griggs Ideas Worth Rewinding

The unforgiveable abuse and murder of 14-year-old Alycia Mesiti This is a re-release with sped up audio and gaps of silence removed. I found this painful in editing it out so I appreciate you all listening back then when I was very new and still learning! Hopefully this will get more ears on the episode. Discuss this episode in the Stolen Lives Facebook discussion group Share this episode on your social media of choice and subscribe on your favourite podcast app. Listen to my other podcasts - Mysteriously Listed (Mysteriously Listed True Crime - Podcast - Apple Podcasts) and Beyond Your Nightmares (Beyond Your Nightmares - Podcast - Apple Podcasts)  Facebook /stolenlivespodcast Instagram /stolen_lives_podcast Email stolenlivespodcast@gmail.com Research and script writing by Ali Hosting and production by Ali Music by Myuu    

In this New Year's episode of '⁠Pushing Forward with Alycia⁠,' ⁠Alycia Anderson⁠ and ⁠Marty Anderson⁠ reflect on their journey through 2025, highlighting challenges, successes, and personal achievements. They discuss the importance of intention, community, and resilience as they look forward to 2026. Key topics include the development of ⁠the 'Own It' speech⁠, their vision for growing their podcast and business, and the importance of nurturing relationships and staying hopeful. They also share personal milestone moments and set intentions for a year filled with growth, freedom, and impactful work. The episode concludes with messages of gratitude, a call to embrace the future with open hearts, and a commitment to supporting their community. Key Themes Shaping the New Year

Tenure of Office: December 8, 1817 - March 4, 1825 (as Secretary of War); March 4, 1825 - December 28, 1832 (as Vice President); April 1, 1844 - March 10, 1845 (as Secretary of State) Though we come to the end of Calhoun's life and career in this episode, as I and my special guests, Alycia of Civics and Coffee and Alex of the Vice Presidencies series, learn, Calhoun was on the go to the very end with a stint as Secretary of State followed by a return to the US Senate. In our final evaluation of his legacy, will we deem him to be a Cabinet and/or Vice Presidential All-Star? Listen in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alyica Israel AKA Be Your Own Daddy is back on the podcast and we are going to talk about a lot of her business journey but one part in particular when she started to run ads and everything changed. Well not everything but when you listen, you'll understand what changed. The marketing game has changed since 2019 and it's important to keep up with what's working and hearing it from someone who's crushing in our field today is exactly what we are bringing you!   Time Stamps:   (0:10) Be Your Own Daddy Is Back (1:30) What AB Barbell Looked Like Before IFCA (3:40) Stubborn About Mentorship (7:34) Data and The Entrepreneur's Mental and Emotional State (12:55) 2019 vs 2025 Marketing Game (19:50) Ads and The Ego (23:00) Alycia's Ads Journey (28:43) Ads Improve Your Sales and Nurture Skills (41:35) The Fearlessness of Lacey Iskra (44:00) Parting Advice (48:33) Where To Find Alycia ----------

In the final episode of the year on 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' host Alycia Anderson reflects on the podcast's journey over the past two and a half years, expressing gratitude for the community they've built. She shares personal insights about overcoming challenges, the struggles faced in her business, and the lessons learned. Alycia also talks about the significance of the holiday season, family traditions, and her hopes for the future. Emphasizing the importance of self-belief and resilience, she encourages the audience to embrace their unique strengths and enter the new year with renewed passion and purpose. A Sleigh Ride Through the Conversation 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alicia 00:25 Reflecting on the Podcast Journey 03:58 Holiday Preparations and Family Traditions 05:49 Challenges and Growth in 2025 08:42 The Power of Advocacy and Inclusion 10:44 End-of-Year Reflections and Gratitude 12:43 Looking Forward to 2026 18:57 Final Thoughts and Thank You A Quote From Alycia “Diversity and inclusion and equity and disability and our differences is not something that we need to run away from or hide. It's something that we need to realize is just a part of who we are. It's a beautiful part of who we are.” ~ Alycia Anderson Ideas Worth Rewrapping

In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson discusses various facets of disability advocacy with guest Lilly Grossman. Lilly shares her background, detailing her transition from USC classrooms to policy boardrooms, and her experiences navigating systemic barriers in education and employment. She talks about the challenges and joys of being in a dual disability relationship and the importance of interdependence. Lilly also introduces her new initiative, Beyond the Box Advocacy, designed to aid individuals in navigating systemic barriers. They discuss the importance of storytelling in advocacy, the quiet truths of living with a disability, and the urgent need for systemic changes that prioritize accessibility and equity. Pause Points for Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia 00:25 Meet Lilly Grossman: Advocate and Trailblazer 02:04 Lilly's Journey into Social Work and Advocacy 03:25 Navigating Graduate School with a Disability 06:42 Dual Disability Relationships: Love and Interdependence 09:02 Beyond the Box Advocacy: A New Vision 10:41 Systemic Barriers and Disability Justice 13:25 The Power of Storytelling in Advocacy 15:15 Quiet Truths of Disability 17:42 Hopes for Future Generations of Advocates 19:45 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts 21:36 Pushing Forward Moment and Conclusion A Quote from Lilly “Be the person you needed when you were younger.” ~ Lilly Grossman From Challenge to Change

Tenure of Office: December 8, 1817 - March 4, 1825 (as Secretary of War); March 4, 1825 - December 28, 1832 (as Vice President); April 1, 1844 - March 10, 1845 (as Secretary of State) In the contested presidential election of 1824, Calhoun was without question elected as Vice President. In this episode, I am joined by Alycia of Civics and Coffee and Alex of the Vice Presidencies series to explore his tenure during his nearly (but not quite) two terms in office, how he navigated (and facilitated) the changeover in presidents, and his move from the rostrum to a Senate seat in the midst of a national crisis. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' Alycia Anderson welcomes Eric Harris, an accomplished former wheelchair basketball player and current disability rights advocate. Eric shares his inspiring journey from facing early medical challenges to excelling in sports, law school, and eventually policy advocacy. He discusses his roles in various organizations, including Disability Rights California (DRC), and explores key issues such as homelessness, healthcare, and education for disabled individuals. The episode emphasizes the importance of storytelling, authentic collaboration, and ensuring that those most impacted by policies are involved in decision-making processes. Cue Points for Skimming 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 00:30 Eric's Early Life and Sports Journey 06:36 Transition to Wheelchair Basketball 10:13 From Sports to Advocacy 11:36 Current Role and Policy Work 16:36 Challenges and Solutions in Disability Advocacy 32:54 Closing Thoughts and Inspirational Message Quotes from Eric “When we get away from letting people make decisions for their own lives, the results are never good for our communities.” ~ Eric Harris “All disabled people and all people want opportunities to make their own decisions—live where they want to live, work where they want to work, love who they want to love.” ~ Eric Harris Inclusion in Action: Key Threads

6 years later and Alycia has finally convinced Katey to watch Hallmark's the Spirit of Christmas. This movie changed everything for Alycia and was her gateway drug into Hallmark movies. Listen in to see how if Katey feels the same or if she is about to rock Alycia's world.

Dr. Lock presented a Real Science Lecture Series webinar on June 3, 2025. This episode takes a deep dive into the current science and applications of feeding high-oleic soybeans in dairy diets. You can find the original webinar at balchem.com/realscience. Dr. Lock gives an overview of the evolution of our knowledge of biologically important fatty acids in dairy cows. Much like we think more about amino acids than crude protein these days, we are starting to think about fatty acids rather than crude fat. There are 5 main fatty acids in dairy cow diets: palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, and linolenic. Dr. Lock talks about the importance and role of each, especially that of oleic acid. (6:26)  Dr. Bales shares some of the research she conducted in Dr. Lock's lab during her MS and PhD, including a dose response study, raw versus roasted beans, and roasted beans plus supplemental palmitic acid. All studies have resulted in increased milk fat and milk yield, better feed efficiency, and usually a bump in milk protein. She also notes there is a nice synergistic relationship between the fat and degradable protein in the roasted high-oleic beans, which are high in lysine. (13:59)Nate talks a bit about how the elevator positions high-oleic soybeans to the dairy producers in the area and how different farms have implemented feeding the beans, depending on size, infrastructure, and location. Dr. Bales chimes in with some additional examples. (21:02)The panelists agree that quality control to ensure consistent sources going out into the field is the next big hurdle. Finding the optimal particle size for diets is also needed, as there is a wide variation currently, which may impact cow performance. (31:56)Nate predicts no slowing down in the adoption of this technology in his area in the next few years. Dr. Lock notes there may be some potential for feeding high-oleic oil in areas not suited for growing the beans themselves. The panelists agree that the target groups who should receive high-oleic beans in their rations are fresh cows and high cows. Nate emphasizes the importance of having adequate digestible NDF and a healthy rumen to see optimal results. (37:10)Dr. Lock talks about future research plans into high-oleic soybeans and other fatty acids. The panel comments on the yield of high-oleic soybeans and the availability of seed, both conventional and GMO. (48:48)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (59:15)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

Tenure of Office: December 8, 1817 - March 4, 1825 (as Secretary of War); March 4, 1825 - December 28, 1832 (as Vice President); April 1, 1844 - March 10, 1845 (as Secretary of State) Few figures loom as large in the annals of American history or have left such a challenging legacy with which to grapple than John Caldwell Calhoun of South Carolina. In this episode, I am joined by Alycia of Civics and Coffee and Alex of the Vice Presidencies series to explore Calhoun's early life, his rise to prominence in the US House of Representatives, and his tenure as Secretary of War in the Monroe administration. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by actresses Josie Totah, Alycia Pascual-Pena & Yasmine Hamady (Dare We Say Podcast)  to discuss Richard Ayvazyan and Marietta Terabelian, the leaders of a family fraud ring that collected $18 million in pandemic relief for 151 sham businesses. Plus, a load of jewelry and gems were stolen from a Brink's truck at a truck stop along the I-5. Stay Schemin'! (Originally Released 08/16/2022) CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJosie Totah: @josietotahAlycia Pascual-Pena:@alyciadelsolYasmine Hamady: @childishyasmino  Research By Kaelyn Brandt  SOURCES:​​https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-07-16/covid-fraud-conspiracy-los-angeles-ayvazyanhttps://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-07-21/montenegro-fugitives-ayvazyan-fbi-pandemic-fraudhttps://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-02-23/los-angeles-fugitive-family-members-covid-19-relief-scam-capturedhttps://www.nbcnews.com/investigations/three-fugitives-stole-18-million-covid-relief-loans-captured-montenegr-rcna17375https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11043879/The-27-minute-highway-heist-netted-100-MILLION-Thieves-secretly-tracked-truck-pouncing.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.