In Episode 91 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson engages with Kellie Burke, a social worker and trauma-informed leadership expert. They delve into creating psychologically safe workplaces, the significance of empathy in leadership, and strategies to combat workplace bullying. Kellie also shares her personal journey from aspiring nun to social worker, highlighting how her experiences shape her advocacy for mental health and well-being in professional settings.
In Episode 91 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson engages with Kellie Burke, a social worker and trauma-informed leadership expert. They delve into creating psychologically safe workplaces, the significance of empathy in leadership, and strategies to combat workplace bullying. Kellie also shares her personal journey from aspiring nun to social worker, highlighting how her experiences shape her advocacy for mental health and well-being in professional settings.
In Episode 90 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson spotlights her husband, Marty Anderson, whose journey from a spinal cord injury at 22 months old to becoming a wheelchair tennis champion and entrepreneur is truly inspiring. Marty discusses his early challenges, the transformative power of adaptive sports, and his ventures like Chairsports.com and the Adaptive Athletics Association, emphasizing resilience, advocacy, and the importance of community support in empowering individuals with disabilities.
In Episode 90 of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson spotlights her husband, Marty Anderson, whose journey from a spinal cord injury at 22 months old to becoming a wheelchair tennis champion and entrepreneur is truly inspiring. Marty discusses his early challenges, the transformative power of adaptive sports, and his ventures like Chairsports.com and the Adaptive Athletics Association, emphasizing resilience, advocacy, and the importance of community support in empowering individuals with disabilities.
In this moving episode, Alycia Anderson sits down with Kathryn Swaim, a dedicated PhD student and advocate, to share her courageous journey of being diagnosed with a brain mass. Through candid conversation, they explore the emotional toll, the power of self-advocacy in healthcare, and what Brain Tumor Awareness Month means to Kathryn. Her story is a beacon of hope, resilience, and strength for anyone facing life-altering diagnoses.
In this powerful episode, Alycia Anderson speaks with Kathryn Swaim, a PhD student at North Carolina State University, about her journey with chronic migraines and the unexpected discovery of a brain mass. Kathryn shares her experiences navigating the healthcare system, the emotional impact of her diagnosis, and how she finds strength through research and advocacy. Their conversation sheds light on resilience, identity, and the importance of self-trust in facing health challenges.
In this inspiring episode, Alycia Anderson highlight the upcoming celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the impactful work of WAWABILITY. Through heartfelt conversations, the episode delves into the significance of community, advocacy, and the ongoing journey toward inclusivity. Listeners will gain insights into the progress made since the ADA’s inception and the collective efforts required to continue building accessible spaces for all.
In this compelling episode, Alycia Anderson engages with Warren “Wawa” Snipe—an award-winning hip hop artist and accessibility pioneer—to lift up the upcoming celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Wawa shares his transformative journey from discovering Deaf culture in college to becoming a trailblazer in inclusive entertainment. The conversation highlights the significance of community, advocacy, and the ongoing pursuit of accessibility and representation in the arts.
In this empowering episode, Alycia welcomes Marisa Hamamoto—founder of Infinite Flow Dance—to discuss disability inclusion, autism acceptance, and her groundbreaking entry in the Disability Film Challenge. Marisa shares her personal journey, how dance became her advocacy platform, and why representation matters. Don’t miss this vibrant conversation that challenges norms, celebrates diversity, and invites us all to move together toward a more inclusive future.
Dive into the full transcript of Episode 87 where Alycia Anderson and Marisa Hamamoto explore disability inclusion, the transformative power of dance, and Marisa’s vision behind Infinite Flow and her submission to the Disability Film Challenge. This powerful dialogue unpacks personal journeys, social impact, and the importance of visibility for the disability and neurodivergent communities. Perfect for readers seeking inspiration, advocacy, and authentic storytelling.
