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 ...
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You might know me for my disability activism on social media, but there's only so much I can fit into a 90 second TikTok or Instagram reel. So I created this podcast to give you a closer look into my life! Come chat about life, love, disability, and everything in between!
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Welcome to The Adapter’s Advantage: Breakthrough Moments that Lead to Success, the podcast that brings you insider stories of the moments that mattered—turning points on the sometimes rocky road to success. Our guests are leaders in sales, training, enterprise learning, and academia, who share how they’re adapting to the changing world. These interviews are informative, inspirational, and based on real-world experiences to help listeners learn how their organizations can adapt to change. The ...
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Welcome to CJ's Podcasts! Tune in to ESPN 1280 The Ticket on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. PST to hear what CJ has to say. Podcasts are uploaded every week after the completion of the show.
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Disabled and Unapologetic (feat. Alycia Anderson)
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send me a message :) In this episode, I talk to my friend and incredible disability advocate Alycia Anderson! We talk a little bit about her life story, how she got to be where she is today, her recent travels to watch the Paris Paralympics and roll down the runway in New York Fashion Week, and so much more! Alycia's Website: https://alyciaanderson…
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NDEAM 2024: Chris Ruden, Powerlifting Champion and Motivational Speaker
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Welcome, Chris Ruden! In episode 67 of Pushing Forward with Alycia / A Disability Podcast, Alycia Anderson sits down with Chris Ruden, an elite powerlifter/weightlifter, motivational speaker, and disability advocate. Born with a congenital limb difference and living with Type 1 diabetes, Chris shares his journey of overcoming adversity to become a …
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The CJ Silas Show (Stacey Ritter) 10-2-24
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Concussion Specialist Stacey Ritter joins CJ to discuss NFL safety, assessment, recovery, & rehabilitation. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnaz…
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send me a message :) In this episode, I tell four different outrageous stories that have happened to me and Champ while he's been working. My Merch: https://cassidy-huff.myspreadshop.com/ My Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/casshuff My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cass_huff/ My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@casshuff My YouTube: https://…
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Top players in the Central Coast Tennis Classic, Robin Anderson & Elisabeth Mandlick, join Cj to talk about their passion for tennis & the big match. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Be…
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Kam Redlawsk | From Monsters to Masterpieces, The Art of Healing
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Welcome, Kam Redlawsk In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, Alycia welcomes Kam Redlawsk, an artist and disability advocate who brings her lived experiences with Rare Progressive Muscular Dystrophy GNE Myopathy into the spotlight through her signature “monster” character. Kam has faced significant challenges. Despit…
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The CJ Silas Show (Robin Anderson) 9-25-24
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Top players in the Central Coast Tennis Classic, Robin Anderson & Elisabeth Mandlick, join Cj to talk about their passion for tennis & the big match. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Be…
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Unlocking the Future of Work: Mary Shea on Sales, AI, and Innovation
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In this episode of The Adapter's Advantage podcast, host Mark Magnacca sits down with Mary Shea, General Manager at HireQuotient and a globally recognized thought leader in the future of work. Mary shares her insights on the evolving landscape of sales and revenue enablement, the transformative power of generative AI, and the critical role of upski…
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Jess Gregory: Using Poetry to Heal From Medical Gaslighting
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Welcome Jess Gregory In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, Alycia Anderson chats with Jess Gregory, a disabled poet, writer, and patient advocate who uses her experiences with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and medical gaslighting to fuel her poetry and advocacy work. Jess, author of Burns Unit: Poetry to Heal the Wo…
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send me a message :) In this episode I give you an update -- a pupdate if you will, about how Champ's surgery went this week! I also tell you about an exciting event that I'm going to be a part of this next week! RSVP for the Unite for America Call with Oprah: http://uniteforamerica2024.com/ Venmo: cass_huff_2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cas…
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World Series MVP & Cy Young winner Bret Saberhagen vistied the studio to chat about his "Annual Strike Out Events" fundraiser next month & life after baseball. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy o…
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Cassidy Huff's Unexpected Viral Influencer Status
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Cassidy Huff's Influencer Status In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, Alycia Anderson sits down with the extraordinary Cassidy Huff, a disability rights activist, author, and content creator. Diagnosed with congenital scoliosis, and Goldenhar syndrome, Cassidy has undergone over 40 surgeries and emerged as a powerf…
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The CJ Silas Show (Bret Saberhagen) 9-11-24
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World Series MVP & Cy Young winner Bret Saberhagen vistied the studio to chat about his "Annual Strike Out Events" fundraiser next month & life after baseball. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy o…
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send me a message :) In this episode I explain Champ's new health problems and why he'll need dental surgery in a few days. Venmo: cass_huff_2 Check out my merch: https://cassidyhuff.myspreadshop.com Facebook: / casshuff Instagram: / cass_huff X: https://x.com/cass_huff TikTok: / casshuffBy Cassidy Huff
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Best selling author, Christine Brennan chats with CJ about her upcoming book on Caitlin Clark & covering the Olympics for 40 years. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore…
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Bonjour! Alycia and Marty's 2024 Paris Paralympic Adventure
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Episode Summary: In this special episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, host Alycia Anderson, joined by her husband Marty Anderson, takes listeners on an exciting journey as they explore the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Alycia and Marty share their experiences on watching live at this monumental event, highlighting their pas…
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The CJ Silas Show (Christine Brennan) 9-4-24
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Best selling author, Christine Brennan chats with CJ about her upcoming book on Caitlin Clark & covering the Olympics for 40 years. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore…
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World Champion boxer Alycia Baumgardner ("The Bomb") joins CJ to discuss mental health in sports and inspiring the next generation. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore…
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🎾 Dana Mathewson’s Road to the 2024 Paris Paralympics - Wheelchair Tennis 🎾
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Welcome Dana Mathewson, wheelchair tennis Paralympic Athlete In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson sits down with Dana Mathewson, a two-time Paralympic athlete who is currently preparing for the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Dana shares her incredible journey from being diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis at age 10 to becomi…
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The CJ Silas Show (Alycia Baumgardner) 8-28-24
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World Champion boxer Alycia Baumgardner ("The Bomb") joins CJ to discuss mental health in sports and inspiring the next generation. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore…
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Not "Disabled Enough" for Disney (feat. My Boyfriend)
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send me a message :) In this episode Kaz and I tell you about our most recent trip to Disneyland and how I got denied for the Disability Access Service. We also talk about our theories as to why we think I was denied, other people's stories that we've heard regarding DAS, and a very cute story about an interaction we had with a family!…
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WNBA Dallas Wings HC Latricia Trammell joins CJ to discuss the growth of the league and her personal shoe collection. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recove…
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Julie Sowash on Inclusive Hiring and Neurodiversity Awareness
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Welcome Julie Sowash In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, host Alycia Anderson sits down with Julie Sowash, a dedicated disability advocate, award-winning business leader, and co-host of the Changing Minds and Changing Lives podcast. Julie shares her personal journey with neurodiversity and mental health, and how t…
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The CJ Silas Show (Latricia Trammell) 8-21-24
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WNBA Dallas Wings HC Latricia Trammell joins CJ to discuss the growth of the league and her personal shoe collection. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recove…
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send me a message :) In this episode, I take you through what exactly my disabilities are, the medical intervention that I've had throughout my life, when I got my different mobility aids and much more! Enjoy this week's episode!By Cassidy Huff
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Author Jayne Mattingly | Body Grief , Disability Advocacy, No Back Gap
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Welcome Jayne Mattingly In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast, host Alycia Anderson sits down with Jayne Mattingly, a dynamic disability advocate and author. Jayne opens up about her life-altering journey through multiple brain surgeries and her diagnosis with Ehlers Danlos syndrome. She shares how these experiences …
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send me a message :) In this episode I take you through my mental health journey. From being a child and experiencing bullying to being an adult and getting on antidepressants, I talk about it all today! Enjoy this week's episode!By Cassidy Huff
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NBC's Ahmed Fareed chats with CJ about his experience as a studio host in Paris, and how much work goes in to the TV production of the Olympic Games. #NewHouseMafia #SyracuseUFamily Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athl…
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Lisa Cox | How a Life Altering Brain Hemorrhage Combined Advertising with Disability Inclusion
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Episode Overview In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson speaks with Lisa Cox, a globally published writer and a leading advocate for disability inclusion. Lisa shares her powerful journey from experiencing a life-changing brain hemorrhage to becoming a prominent voice in the media and advertising industry. Her insights…
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NBC's Ahmed Fareed chats with CJ about his experience as a studio host in Paris, and how much work goes in to the TV production of the Olympic Games. #NewHouseMafia #SyracuseUFamily Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athl…
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CJ closes the Giants chapter in her #RoadToTheMajors and celebrates Carloyn McArdle! Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers…
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From New York to Singapore: Mastering International Sales With Neil Patwardhan
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In this episode of The Adapter's Advantage podcast, Neil Patwardhan, Senior Vice President of Sales at Accenture, shares his experiences navigating cultural differences in B2B sales. Neil discusses his unique career journey from the United States to Singapore, highlighting the importance of adapting sales strategies to different cultural contexts. …
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Welcome National Disability Influencer, Andraéa LaVant
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Welcome Andraéa LaVant In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson sits down with Andraéa LaVant, a renowned disability inclusion expert and CEO of LaVant Consulting. Andraéa shares her journey from being diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy to becoming a leading voice in disability advocacy. Discover her work in the accl…
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The CJ Silas Show (Update on CJ's #RoadToTheMajors) 7-31-24
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CJ closes the Giants chapter in her #RoadToTheMajors and celebrates Carolyn McArdle! Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers…
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Welcome to the Family! (feat. My Boyfriend and Our New Addition)
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send me a message :) In this late night episode we tell the story of how we adopted our new kitten, Monty! We explain his rough start to life and how we're handling his health challenges and disabilities! Enjoy this week's episode!By Cassidy Huff
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CJ and the Interns discuss the excitement around this year's Summer Games. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers Big Siste…
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Welcome Angelea Yoder In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson sits down with Angelea Yoder, a trailblazing Nashville-based photographer. Angelea shares her deeply personal journey with VACTERL and her commitment to using photography to highlight diversity and inclusion in the fashion industry. Discover more about her im…
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CJ and the Interns discuss the excitement around this year's Summer Games. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers Big Siste…
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We'll NEVER Do This Again! (feat. My Boyfriend)
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send me a message :) In this chaotic episode we introduce you to our new kitten and recap our trip to Las Vegas trip where we made the biggest mistake EVER! Enjoy this week's episode!
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Collegiate National Coach Larry Lee joins Cj to celebrate Brooks Lee's call up to the majors. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big…
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Becoming rentABLE | Making Travel Accessible
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An Emerging Solution for Challenges Faced by Disabled Travelers - Becoming rentABLE In this episode of “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” Alycia Anderson explores some of the significant challenges faced by disabled travelers in finding accessible lodging accommodations while traveling. She introduces an emerging solution via conversation with Lorraine…
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Collegiate National Coach Larry Lee joins Cj to celebrate Brooks Lee's call up to the majors. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big…
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Innovating for Accessibility | Dhaval Patel
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Welcome Dhaval Patel We recently spoke with Dhaval Patel, founder and CEO of Lotus, on the "Pushing Forward with Alycia" podcast. Dhaval is committed to creating technology that prioritizes accessibility, as exemplified by his company's innovative smart home device. The Genesis of Lotus Dhaval’s journey began with a personal challenge. Born with tw…
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Enhancing Sales Enablement: Tailored Onboarding, Training, and Effective Metrics | Ben Purton
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In this episode of The Adapter’s Advantage podcast, host Deniz Olcay, Vice President of Marketing at Allego, welcomes Ben Pertton, Senior Director of International Enablement and Global Onboarding at RingCentral. Ben, an expert in sales enablement with a decade of experience, delves into the critical aspects of modern sales enablement. He discusses…
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4-time NCAA & WNBA champ Morgan Tuck joins CJ to talk Connecticut Sun Basketball. Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach, Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers Bi…
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Reflecting on a Year of Pushing Forward with Alycia
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Episode Description: In this celebratory episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast', Alycia Anderson welcomes her husband, Marty on the show to commemorate the one-year anniversary of PFWA. They reflect on their journey, detailing the hard work and significant achievements, while highlighting the stories and impact made by thei…
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4-time NCAA & WNBA champ Morgan Tuck joins CJ to talk Connecticut Sun Basketball. Plus, the Minnesota Twins call up 3B Brooks Lee, Cal Poly Grad. TCJSS celebrates his MLB debut! Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic…
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Meet Kaylee Bays: Wheelchair Ballerina from SYTYCD
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Kaylee Bays: SYTYCD's first ever wheelchair dancer In this inspiring episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia," Alycia Anderson welcomes Kaylee Bays, the first wheelchair dancer to ever grace the stage of "So You Think You Can Dance". Alycia shares her admiration for Kaylee, by sharing a vulnerable story of how Kaylee reminded her of the ballerinas …
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send me a message :) In today's episode I talk about dating before I met my boyfriend! I delve into my thoughts and opinions surrounding dating and relationships when I was younger, and my dating experiences in high school and college! Enjoy this week's episode!By Cassidy Huff
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CJ honors Willie Mays & his contribution to baseball on Juneteenth. She is excited about celebrating the Negro Leagues with a game at Rickwood Field! Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Be…
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