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Episode Synopsis
When Allié McGuire was 41 years old and learned the reason behind years of unexplained symptoms was Multiple Sclerosis, that moment didn’t silence her.
It sparked a mission.
Today, Allié uses storytelling to elevate voices and causes that often go unseen. She is an award-winning speaker, media producer, and co-founder of AwareNow Media, which is home to AwareNow Magazine – a global platform that reaches more than 8 million readers each month with stories that create awareness and inspire action.
In this episode, we chat with Allié about how MS changed the way she sees the world and how it changed the world she sees. Her message is powerful: when life hands you limits, you can still move forward with impact.
This belief led her to launch the “Because I Can” Virtual 5K, with a bold goal of becoming the world’s largest virtual 5K for MS. Anyone, anywhere, can take part – walking, rolling, running, biking, swimming – whatever movement looks like for you. It’s a way to raise visibility for MS and support others living with this unpredictable disease.
We also explore with Allié:
The moment storytelling became advocacy
How she balances vulnerability and strength as an MS advocate
Why forward movement matters
Allié’s journey is a reminder that every step, both literal and metaphorical, can help someone else see what’s possible.
*****
Remember to rate, review and subscribe to A Couple Takes on MS Podcast for two insightful perspectives on this one multifaceted disease.
It sparked a mission.
Today, Allié uses storytelling to elevate voices and causes that often go unseen. She is an award-winning speaker, media producer, and co-founder of AwareNow Media, which is home to AwareNow Magazine – a global platform that reaches more than 8 million readers each month with stories that create awareness and inspire action.
In this episode, we chat with Allié about how MS changed the way she sees the world and how it changed the world she sees. Her message is powerful: when life hands you limits, you can still move forward with impact.
This belief led her to launch the “Because I Can” Virtual 5K, with a bold goal of becoming the world’s largest virtual 5K for MS. Anyone, anywhere, can take part – walking, rolling, running, biking, swimming – whatever movement looks like for you. It’s a way to raise visibility for MS and support others living with this unpredictable disease.
We also explore with Allié:
The moment storytelling became advocacy
How she balances vulnerability and strength as an MS advocate
Why forward movement matters
Allié’s journey is a reminder that every step, both literal and metaphorical, can help someone else see what’s possible.
*****
Remember to rate, review and subscribe to A Couple Takes on MS Podcast for two insightful perspectives on this one multifaceted disease.
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