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Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

Released: 2025-05-01
© 2023 The Alycia Anderson Company, LLC
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88 Episodes
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88 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2025-05-01
© 2023 The Alycia Anderson Company, LLC
Most Recent Episode
Marisa Hamamoto on Infinite Flow Dance, the Disability Film Challenge and Autism

Marisa Hamamoto on Infinite Flow Dance, the Disability Film Challenge and Autism

Trailblazer Marisa Hamamoto: Breaking Barriers in Disability Inclusion Through Dance and Film In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' guest Marisa Hamamoto shares her incredible journey as a trailblazing keynote speaker, dancer, founder of 'I
Time: 40:27
Trailblazer Marisa Hamamoto: Breaking Barriers in Disability Inclusion Through Dance and Film
In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' guest Marisa Hamamoto shares her incredible journey as a trailblazing keynote speaker, dancer, founder of 'Infinite Flow Dance,' and entrepreneur. A spinal stroke survivor and late-diagnosed autistic, Marisa discusses her intersectional identity as a fourth-generation Japanese American and her mission to promote disability inclusion. Highlights include her impact on the dance world, her journey to self-advocacy, the importance of small actions leading to significant changes, and her latest project for the Disability Film Challenge titled 'Killed It.' Marisa's story is inspiring and highlights the importance of representation and inclusion in various spheres.
Jump to Your Favorite Moments
00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia
00:25 Meet Marisa Hamamoto: Trailblazer and Advocate
01:30 Marisa's Journey: Overcoming Adversity
02:28 Infinite Flow: Redefining Dance and Inclusion
05:07 High School Experience: A Turning Point
08:47 The Power of Small Actions
17:07 Embracing Neurodiversity: Marisa's Late Autism Diagnosis
22:24 Disability Film Challenge: Creating 'Killed It'
32:32 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
33:52 Pushing Forward Moment: Inspirational Advice
A Quote from Marisa:
“What's that one thing that's really important right now to do? Who is left out, what new door could I open?” ~ Marisa Hamamoto
Key Themes from This Episode
🌱 The Power of One Small Action
🗣️ The Power of Sharing Your Story
🎁 Unleash Your Unique Gifts to Change the World
🧩 Embracing Autism: A Journey to Self-Acceptance
💧 From Tears to Triumph: A Stand Against Injustice
🎨 Born to Advocate: The Power of Seven Strokes
🩰 Facing Prejudice in the Ballet World
♿ Revolutionizing Inclusion: Why Disability-First Design Changes Everything
🔍 Inclusivity Matters: Who Are We Leaving Out?
🧠 A Journey into Neurodivergence: Discovering Myself Through Others
💃 A Journey Rooted in Dance and Advocacy
✨ Transformative Power of Dance
🌈 Infinite Flow and Marisa's Vision
👉 Watch, like, and comment on Marisa’s powerful film “Killed It.” on YouTube to help amplify her voice and elevate her entry in the 2025 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV_oUnSZ7bM 🎥💬✨
Connect with Marisa Hamamoto:
Marisa's LinkedIn Profile | Marisa’s Instagram | Infinite Flow Dance Instagram | Marisa’s Website | Marisa’s Email
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
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Episode ID: 1000705648048
GUID: 8a972552-263a-11f0-b7ab-739b6077d151
Release Date: 01/05/2025, 09:30:00

Description

Welcome to "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast"
Hosted by Alycia Anderson, a disability advocate, nationally sought after DEI speaker, trainer, and motivational TEDx speaker. Every episode is a story of empowerment, resilience and breaking barriers from Alycia and her guests.
🌟Featured Episodes:
Meet Alycia Anderson | Disability Advocate: Dive deep into Alycia's inspiring journey and her mission to advocate for inclusivity and accessibility.
Disability Pride Month | Embracing Identity: A celebration of diversity and the power of owning one's identity with pride.
DEI+Disability | Redefining Disability with Etsy’s Beth Wiesendanger: Explore the intersection of Disability, Equity, and Inclusion with insights from Etsy's DEI leader.
Rollettes Founder | Chelsie Hill: Dancing Without Limits: Chelsie Hill shares her story of defying expectations and founding the Rollettes dance team.
Twin Sisters, Forever Advocates 💖💖: Alycia and her twin sister, Regina, discuss their lifelong advocacy and the deep bond they share.
A Symphony of Resilience | Amy Wang-Hiller: Join us for an uplifting conversation with Amy Wang-Hiller about finding strength through music and resilience.
Disabling Ableism | Hello TEDx: Alycia takes us behind the scenes of her powerful TEDx talk on challenging societal perceptions of disability.
The Strength of Sisterhood 💪 | Meet Corinna, the younger sister 💖: Discover the unbreakable bond between Alycia and her sister Corinna, highlighting the strength found in sisterhood.
The Beauty of Friendship | Alycia and Kerri: A heartfelt episode on the transformative power of friendship and support.
Barrier-Free Design | Maegan Blau: Architect Maegan Blau discusses the importance of inclusive and accessible design in creating a world without barriers.
Topics included on Alycia's disability podcast:
Disabling Ableism: What is ableism? A look into the deep-rooted biases in society.
DEI+Disability: What is disability awareness training?
Disability Pride Month: Why Disability Pride Month is important and how to celebrate.
Workplace Inclusion: Inclusion in the workplace and how to build and inclusive atmosphere for everyone.
Workplace accessibility: How to improve accessibility in the workplace
The Power of Inclusion: A focus on the value of becoming a more inclusive employer and the benefits it holds.
Disability Intersectionality: How a person's various marginalized identities work together to impact a person. 
Airlines and Disability Discrimination: Traveling with a disability and the airlines responsibility to accomodate passengers with disabilities.
Join us
"Pushing Forward with Alycia" is more than a podcast; it's a movement towards a more inclusive world. Join us as we celebrate the voices of those who are not just surviving but thriving, by pushing forward, together.
Connect with Alycia:
Feedback | Instagram | LinkedIn | Book Alycia for Speaking | Book Alycia to Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Buy Alycia’s DEI Micro Learning Video Series
Stay tuned for more inspiring conversations on Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast. Open hearts, clear paths. Let's go.

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