In this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland shares inspiring stories of courage and resilience. Hear how a six-year-old wrestling champion overcame limb loss from a lawnmower accident to dominate the mat, the journey of Birmingham Fire & Rescue’s first amputee firefighter who embodies determination, and the transformative work of Ignite Adaptive Sports, empowering individuals of all abilities to enjoy outdoor adventures. Tune in for these uplifting stories of strength and triumph.
Wrestling Champ: https://www.newson6.com/story/67958d028cedfc82c6f80b88/six-year-old-survivor-becomes-state-wrestling-champion
Amputee Firefighter: https://www.wbrc.com/2025/01/24/birmingham-fire-rescues-first-only-amputee-shares-story-determination/
Ignite Adaptive Sports: https://igniteadaptivesports.org
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In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland sits down with Jakob Kepka to discuss his remarkable journey. Jakob's life took a drastic turn after a workplace injury in 1979, leading to years of treatments, including repeated Cortisone shots, and ultimately six knee replacements between 2001 and 2013. Listen in as Jakob shares his story of resilience, overcoming physical challenges, and how he's turned his experiences into a mission of hope and inspiration called the "Hoperaising Expedition".
