Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
Alycia Anderson
116 episodes
7 hours ago
Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
Pushing Forward with Alycia is the weekly podcast that gives disability a voice and welcomes everyone—disabled people, allies, families, and inclusive employers—into a courageous, judgment‑free space to learn, ask questions, and advance access together. Launched June 29, 2023 and dropping new episodes every Thursday, host Alycia Anderson—disabled motivational speaker, DEI educator, entrepreneur, athlete, and storyteller—shares lived experience and amplifies voices across the global disability community. The show began as a safe, respectful space to talk honestly about difference, ableism, and belonging; that welcoming spirit remains its heartbeat today.
What You’ll Hear
From headline issues to everyday wins, we dig into DEI + disability, digital accessibility, workplace inclusion, disabling ableism, Disability Pride Month, intersectionality, airlines & disability discrimination, and so much more. If it shapes how disabled people live, learn, work, travel, play, create, love, and lead—we’re talking about it.
Nearly 100 Episodes (and Counting!)
In just two years we’ve published 98 full episodes (as of July 16, 2025) and are racing toward our 100th celebration. Recent conversations feature boundary‑breaking guests like Marsha Elle (bionic model, Billboard artist), Tiffany Yu (Diversability & The Anti‑Ableist Manifesto), Gigi Robinson (chronic illness creator & strategist), Kristen Anderson (global inclusive leadership champion), Isaac Harvey MBE (East London influencer & entrepreneur), and many more advocates, athletes, artists, policy shapers, siblings, caregivers, and allies you’ll love meeting.
Who It’s For
Whether you identify as disabled, are new to advocacy, support a disabled loved one, or lead teams striving to build a more inclusive workplace, you’ll leave each episode with insight, language, and actionable takeaways you can bring to classrooms, boardrooms, events, and everyday life. Our mission is to be a safe place to learn, share, ask “no wrong” questions, and transform awkwardness into connection.
Listen & Support
Follow, subscribe, share, rate, and review to help amplify disability inclusion. Sign up for release alerts, suggest a guest, and bring Alycia to speak or train your organization in disabling ableism. However you engage, you’re helping open hearts and clear paths for all of us. Open hearts, clear paths. Let’s go.
All content for Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast is the property of Alycia Anderson and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
Pushing Forward with Alycia is the weekly podcast that gives disability a voice and welcomes everyone—disabled people, allies, families, and inclusive employers—into a courageous, judgment‑free space to learn, ask questions, and advance access together. Launched June 29, 2023 and dropping new episodes every Thursday, host Alycia Anderson—disabled motivational speaker, DEI educator, entrepreneur, athlete, and storyteller—shares lived experience and amplifies voices across the global disability community. The show began as a safe, respectful space to talk honestly about difference, ableism, and belonging; that welcoming spirit remains its heartbeat today.
What You’ll Hear
From headline issues to everyday wins, we dig into DEI + disability, digital accessibility, workplace inclusion, disabling ableism, Disability Pride Month, intersectionality, airlines & disability discrimination, and so much more. If it shapes how disabled people live, learn, work, travel, play, create, love, and lead—we’re talking about it.
Nearly 100 Episodes (and Counting!)
In just two years we’ve published 98 full episodes (as of July 16, 2025) and are racing toward our 100th celebration. Recent conversations feature boundary‑breaking guests like Marsha Elle (bionic model, Billboard artist), Tiffany Yu (Diversability & The Anti‑Ableist Manifesto), Gigi Robinson (chronic illness creator & strategist), Kristen Anderson (global inclusive leadership champion), Isaac Harvey MBE (East London influencer & entrepreneur), and many more advocates, athletes, artists, policy shapers, siblings, caregivers, and allies you’ll love meeting.
Who It’s For
Whether you identify as disabled, are new to advocacy, support a disabled loved one, or lead teams striving to build a more inclusive workplace, you’ll leave each episode with insight, language, and actionable takeaways you can bring to classrooms, boardrooms, events, and everyday life. Our mission is to be a safe place to learn, share, ask “no wrong” questions, and transform awkwardness into connection.
Listen & Support
Follow, subscribe, share, rate, and review to help amplify disability inclusion. Sign up for release alerts, suggest a guest, and bring Alycia to speak or train your organization in disabling ableism. However you engage, you’re helping open hearts and clear paths for all of us. Open hearts, clear paths. Let’s go.
Creator Gigi Robinson: Chronic Illness and Host of Influence
Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
38 minutes
4 months ago
Creator Gigi Robinson: Chronic Illness and Host of Influence
In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' Alycia welcomes Gigi Robinson, a creator, speaker, strategist, and chronic illness advocate. Gigi discusses her journey with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and endometriosis, highlighting her resilience and hope. She shares insights on navigating dynamic disabilities, balancing health and hustle, and the importance of self-advocacy. Gigi also details her path to becoming a published author with Penguin Random House, starting with her personal photo essay in college. Listeners will be inspired by Gigi's message of breaking down barriers and building bridges, reminding everyone that anything is achievable despite the challenges.
Quick Timeline of Events00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia
00:25 Meet Gigi Robinson: Chronic Illness Warrior
01:30 Gigi's Early Life and Diagnosis
03:21 Living with Chronic Illness: Challenges and Triumphs
06:49 The Decision to Share Her Journey
14:59 Balancing Health, Hustle, and Healing
20:44 The Power of Movement and Mindfulness
25:45 Gigi's Book and Advocacy
35:40 Final Thoughts and Mantras
A Quote from Gigi
“If you don't change something in how people are treating you or how you let them treat you in how you show up…, nothing's going to change.” ~ Gigi Robinson
Themes That Standout
🌟 An Inspiring Message of Hope and Resilience
📊 70% of Americans Live With Chronic Illness—Let's Discuss This
🧭 Navigating Chronic Illness
🤷♀️ Proving My Reality: When No One Believes Your Disability
✍️ You Are the Author of Your Own Life
🗣️ Speak Up and Grow: Overcoming Self-Limitations
💪 Taking Charge: Writing Your Own Life Script
🎉 Embracing Fun & True Enjoyment by Letting Go of Self-Criticism
🏄♀️ Why I Took the Risk: A Journey to Sports Illustrated and Beyond
🧱 Break Walls and Build Bridges: A Mantra for Change
Connect with Gigi Robinson
Gigi’s Website | LinkedIn Profile | Instagram Account | YouTube Channel | Tik Tok
Follow Up with Alycia:
Share Feedback with Alycia About the Podcast | Follow Alycia on Instagram | Connect with Alycia on LinkedIn | Book Alycia for a Speaking Event | Inquire on How Alycia Can Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Buy Alycia’s Disability Inclusion Micro Learning Video Series
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
Pushing Forward with Alycia is the weekly podcast that gives disability a voice and welcomes everyone—disabled people, allies, families, and inclusive employers—into a courageous, judgment‑free space to learn, ask questions, and advance access together. Launched June 29, 2023 and dropping new episodes every Thursday, host Alycia Anderson—disabled motivational speaker, DEI educator, entrepreneur, athlete, and storyteller—shares lived experience and amplifies voices across the global disability community. The show began as a safe, respectful space to talk honestly about difference, ableism, and belonging; that welcoming spirit remains its heartbeat today.
What You’ll Hear
From headline issues to everyday wins, we dig into DEI + disability, digital accessibility, workplace inclusion, disabling ableism, Disability Pride Month, intersectionality, airlines & disability discrimination, and so much more. If it shapes how disabled people live, learn, work, travel, play, create, love, and lead—we’re talking about it.
Nearly 100 Episodes (and Counting!)
In just two years we’ve published 98 full episodes (as of July 16, 2025) and are racing toward our 100th celebration. Recent conversations feature boundary‑breaking guests like Marsha Elle (bionic model, Billboard artist), Tiffany Yu (Diversability & The Anti‑Ableist Manifesto), Gigi Robinson (chronic illness creator & strategist), Kristen Anderson (global inclusive leadership champion), Isaac Harvey MBE (East London influencer & entrepreneur), and many more advocates, athletes, artists, policy shapers, siblings, caregivers, and allies you’ll love meeting.
Who It’s For
Whether you identify as disabled, are new to advocacy, support a disabled loved one, or lead teams striving to build a more inclusive workplace, you’ll leave each episode with insight, language, and actionable takeaways you can bring to classrooms, boardrooms, events, and everyday life. Our mission is to be a safe place to learn, share, ask “no wrong” questions, and transform awkwardness into connection.
Listen & Support
Follow, subscribe, share, rate, and review to help amplify disability inclusion. Sign up for release alerts, suggest a guest, and bring Alycia to speak or train your organization in disabling ableism. However you engage, you’re helping open hearts and clear paths for all of us. Open hearts, clear paths. Let’s go.