In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson chats with Adam Keys, an Army veteran and comedian, about his incredible journey of resilience, comedy, and advocacy. Adam shares his experiences as an Afghanistan war survivor, his transition to stand-up comedy, and the importance of humor in dealing with life's challenges, not in that particular order. He also discusses accessibility issues, the impact of his injuries on his identity, and his bold approach to tackling tough topics on stage. Tune in for a real conversation filled with laughter and valuable insights on perseverance.

Press Play Roadmap

00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia

00:25 Meet Adam Keys: Comedian and Veteran

01:39 Rapid Fire Questions with Adam

03:09 Adam's Journey: From Army to Comedy

08:05 Life After Injury: Embracing a New Reality

10:53 Advocacy and Humor: Breaking Barriers

14:48 Turning Frustrations into Comedy

15:32 Travel Challenges and Solutions

17:29 Dating Adventures Post-Injury

19:07 Performing for Different Audiences

24:32 Booking Challenges as a Disabled Comic

26:28 Upcoming Shows and Final Thoughts

A Quote from Adam

“ Whatever your fight may be, just keep fighting, but don't be weird.” ~ Adam Keys

Big Picture & Bold Moves

🎤 A First-time Comedian Guest

🎖️ Adam’s Story: From Military to the Stage

😂 The Role of Comedy as Therapy

🎭 Tackling Tough Topics with Humor

♿ Insights on Accessibility and Representation

💑 Navigating Personal Relationships

❤️ The Heart of Stand-Up

🔮 Looking Forward

🤔 Challenging a Common Assumption About Disability

⚡ Surviving the Unthinkable: A Life Transformed Overnight

🗣️ Embracing “My Truth”: A Bold Stand on Authenticity

🚀 Embrace Boldness: Just Go For It!

✈️ Travel Realities: Why I Carry Extra Brakes on Flights

📱 Dating in the Digital Age: Let’s Cut to the Chase!

🎬 Keep Showing Up: A Comic's Journey to Breaking Barriers

🥊 Keep Fighting, But Don’t Be Weird

Connect with Adam Keys

Adam’s Website | Adam’s Instagram | Adam’s Twitter

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