In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson interviews adaptive-fashion pioneer Marilyn “Mari” Anderson — founder of Bee Human Design and Mad Drool. They trace her journey from small-town roots to starting an inclusive apparel line, highlighting how empathy, creativity, and honest feedback shape accessible fashion. Mari describes how Mad Drool’s stylish bandanas combine function and dignity, and teases an upcoming collaboration with Alycia: a future where fashion meets accessibility.

In this episode, Alycia talks with adaptive fashion designer and entrepreneur Marilyn Anderson, founder of Bee Human Design and Mad Drool. Marilyn shares how losing her corporate role pushed her to finally launch her own inclusive brand, rooted in empathy, collaboration, and years of adaptive design experience. Together, they explore fit sessions over Zoom, drool-friendly fashion bandanas, pet companions, and why truly inclusive design always starts with deeply listening to disabled people.

In Episode 116 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson welcomes YouTube star and accessibility advocate Winston Ben Clements, who shares how he turned his journey with osteogenesis imperfecta into a global platform for change. He explores redefining accessibility, the power of inclusive content, and how fatherhood and marriage shape his mission beyond limitations. This compelling conversation reveals why universal design should be the baseline—not the exception.

In this episode of her podcast, the host interviews Winston Clements—a global speaker, YouTuber, and accessibility consultant living with osteogenesis imperfecta. Their conversation covers his journey through hundreds of fractures, embracing disability as identity, shifting from tech to advocacy, and building a family while tackling online prejudice. Winston explains how “your limitations are an illusion,” and shares a mantra: focus on the next right thing rather than staring at a future of “what-ifs”.

In this episode, Alycia sits down with advocate Becky Curran to trace a journey through loss, disability, and unyielding empowerment. Becky opens up about achondroplasia, navigating health hurdles, confronting bias, and reclaiming dignity in media representation. She shares boundary-setting strategies, safety-first responses to harassment, and how community, allyship, and motherhood shaped her leadership. Listeners leave with practical actions to challenge ableism, champion inclusion, and turn ‘no’ into a path forward.

In Episode 115’s transcript, Alycia interviews advocate Becky Curran on achondroplasia, media portrayals, and confronting public bias. Becky shares health challenges, motherhood, and loss—and how grit, support, and boundaries fueled resilience. She explains transforming “no” into opportunity, setting safety-first responses to harassment, and centering dignity in representation. This candid conversation offers strategies for allyship, access, and empowerment while celebrating Becky’s leadership and unyielding advocacy. Courage, candor, and practical steps shine.

In Episode 114, I explore the unique dynamic of twin leadership with my entrepreneur partner and sister Regina. We’ve built thriving businesses side-by-side. We’ve dived into identity, teamwork, authenticity, and how being literate in both “me” and “we” strengthens female leadership. From shared visions to individual voices, our story challenges solo norms and elevates women in business and leadership. Tune in for insights on collaboration, empowerment, and creating impact together.

In this full transcript of Episode 114, I sit down with my twin sister and entrepreneur, Regina, to navigate identity, business and leadership side-by-side. We explore how collaboration can amplify women’s voices, the dance between “me” and “we,” and why shared leadership shifts the paradigm. From launching ventures together to elevating inclusion in business, our story is an inspiration. Expect candid truths, bold challenges, and a celebration of how twin power raises women in leadership.

In Episode 113, Alycia sits down with living legend Theo Braddy, executive director of NCIL, to explore leadership, NDEAM, and the relay of advocacy across generations. Theo reflects on paralysis at fifteen, mentors like Justin Dart and Ed Roberts, and today’s urgent threats to disability rights. The conversation centers on confronting ableism, changing attitudes, building allyship, and passing the baton so the next generation leads with courage, unity, and action.

In this Episode 113 transcript, Alycia welcomes living legend Theo Braddy—Executive Director of NCIL and member of NCD—to explore NDEAM, ableism’s attitudinal barriers, and the relay of leadership across generations. Braddy reflects on paralysis at fifteen, mentorship from Justin Dart and Ed Roberts, and why real inclusion demands relationships, not just ramps. It’s a masterclass in courage, advocacy, and passing the baton so emerging leaders can carry the movement forward.