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Episode 18 – A mother’s unbreakable bond: The Dani Izzie Story


Published: Thursday October 19, 2023
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Dani Izzie, a powerhouse woman who is also a quadriplegic, shares how she navigated the complexities of motherhood with unwavering determination, inspiring us all. Her remarkable journey, has been turned into a poignant documentary, Dani’s Twins, and it defies the misconceptions surrounding disability and parenthood. Dani champions inclusivity in the disability consumer marketplace through her pioneering venture, Access Social, a company that she has created to provide her digital marketing expertise to the world.

Episode 18 Transcript


Published: Thursday October 19, 2023
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In this episode of Pushing Forward, Dani Izzie shares her journey as a mother, entrepreneur, and disability advocate. Living with a spinal cord injury, she navigates life as a wheelchair user and a mother of twins. Dani discusses her documentary, Dani’s Twins, her advocacy for disabled parents, and the importance of representation in media and marketing for the disability community, emphasizing the need for inclusive and accessible business practices.

Episode 17 – Flight for Equality: Disabled Travelers Unite


Published: Thursday October 12, 2023
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Welcome to Pushing Forward with Alycia, where we embrace the power of resilience, ambition, and conquering adversity. Our community believes in the boundless potential within every individual. Today, Marty, Alycia’s also disabled husband and road warrior, joins the podcast to share the challenges when traveling on an airplane. Travel, for them, often requires sacrificing a … read more… Episode 17 – Flight for Equality: Disabled Travelers Unite

Episode 17 Transcript


Published: Thursday October 12, 2023
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Title:Flight for Equality: Disabled Travelers Unite Subtitle:Overcoming challenges in the skies together Transcript: Alycia Anderson: Welcome to Pushing Forward with Alycia, a podcast that gives disability a voice. Each week we will explore topics like confidence, ambition, resilience and finding success against all odds. We are creating a collective community that believes that all things … read more… Episode 17 Transcript

Episode 16 Transcript


Published: Thursday October 5, 2023
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Title:The Power of Communication: Celebrating NDEAM with Dustin Giannelli Subtitle:Dustin Giannelli: Championing DEI and Turning Disabilities into Superpowers Transcript: Alycia Anderson: Welcome to Pushing Forward with Alycia, a podcast that gives disability a voice. Each week we will explore topics like confidence, ambition, resilience and finding success against all odds. We are creating a collective … read more… Episode 16 Transcript

Episode 15 – The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the Younger Sister ❤️


Published: Thursday September 28, 2023
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In this heartwarming episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, join Alycia and her younger sister, Corinna Busciglio, as they journey down memory lane. Discover how sibling bonds, support, and unique perspectives have shaped their lives. A Tale of Two Sisters Explore the dynamic between Alycia, a motivational speaker advocating for disability inclusion, and her younger … read more… Episode 15 – The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the Younger Sister ❤️

Episode 15 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 28, 2023
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Title:The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the younger sister ❤️ Subtitle:Alycia and Corinna’s Story of Sisterhood Transcript: Alycia Anderson: Welcome to pushing forward with Alycia. A podcast that gives disability a voice. Each week we will explore topics like confidence, ambition, resilience and finding success against all odds. We are creating a collective … read more… Episode 15 Transcript

Episode 14 – A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller


Published: Thursday September 21, 2023
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Breaking Barriers with Music Get ready for an uplifting episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia” as host Alycia Anderson welcomes the extraordinary Amy Wang-Hiller, a violin virtuoso who has transcended the boundaries of music and disability. Champion of Resilience Dive into Amy’s advocacy journey, where she fearlessly battles her genetic disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and Postural … read more… Episode 14 – A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller

Episode 14 Transcript


Published: Thursday September 21, 2023
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Title:A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller Subtitle:Amy Wang-Hiller’s Inspirational Journey through Music and Disability Transcript: Alycia Anderson: Welcome to pushing. Forward with Alycia, a podcast that gives disability a voice. Each week we will explore topics like confidence, ambition, resilience and finding. Success against all odds. We are creating a collective community that believes … read more… Episode 14 Transcript