Welcome Samuel Benifield-Chivore In this episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast,” Alycia Anderson speaks with Samuel Benifield-Chivore, a remarkable teenager living with Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM). Diagnosed at age three, Samuel has undergone numerous surgeries and therapies but continues to thrive academically and personally. Samuel, an honor roll student and the creative … read more… Episode 49 – Building Success | How a Teenager is Turning an AVM Diagnosis into a Successful Lego Business

In Episode 49 of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Alycia Anderson interviews Samuel Benifield-Chivore, a teenager thriving despite his AVM diagnosis. Samuel, an honor roll student and founder of Samuel’s Bricks, discusses overcoming challenges, turning hobbies into a business, and the importance of family support. His mother, Benita, joins to share her advocacy efforts. Samuel emphasizes self-advocacy and finding new interests, like acting in school plays, while pursuing future goals.

In Episode 48 of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Ryan Hudson-Peralta, founder of “Look Mom, No Hands,” shares his journey overcoming congenital limb deficiency. As a designer, speaker, and advocate, Ryan turns challenges into creative solutions, emphasizing that the only limits in life are self-imposed. He discusses founding Equal Accessibility, enhancing inclusivity in physical and digital spaces, and introduces his new product, “Door Nub,” for improved accessibility.

In Episode 48 of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Ryan Hudson-Peralta, founder of “Look Mom, No Hands,” shares his journey of overcoming congenital limb deficiency. Ryan, a designer, speaker, and advocate, discusses how he transforms challenges into creative solutions, advocates for equal accessibility, and inspires future generations. His story emphasizes living without limits and reshaping the world for greater inclusion. Ryan also introduces his new product, “Door Nub,” enhancing daily accessibility.

In Episode 47 of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Alycia Anderson and Marsten “Marty” Anderson celebrate Mother’s Day by sharing stories about their mothers’ impactful lives. Alycia reflects on her mother Marsha, who passed away when Alycia was seven, highlighting her mother’s resilience and love. Marty honors his mother Peggy’s dedication as a single mother of nine, emphasizing her advocacy and strength. Both stress the importance of family and lasting legacies.

In Episode 47 of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Alycia and her husband Marty honor their late mothers, Peggy and Marsha. Marty shares Peggy’s journey from valedictorian to resilient mother of nine, emphasizing her strength and dedication. Alycia reflects on Marsha’s brief but impactful life, highlighting her kindness and love. They discuss the profound lessons their mothers imparted, focusing on resilience, love, and the importance of family.