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Arizona Teen Shooting Survivor Needs New Prosthetic to Play Football | Amputee Stories

In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland dives into two powerful stories of resilience and determination. First, we learn about an Arizona teen and shooting survivor who needs a new prosthetic to continue playing the sport he loves: football. Mike explores the journey of recovery, the drive to stay in the game, and the community’s efforts to help him succeed.

Then, hear about the life-changing impact of a generous GoFundMe donation from a Vanderbilt professor for a quadruple amputee. Discover how this incredible act of kindness transformed a life, offering newfound hope and independence. Tune in to hear these inspiring stories and more, only on We’re Not Stumped!

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July 9th, 2024|

Join us on this episode of the "We're Not Stumped" podcast as we welcome a special guest from United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona (UCP), Gail Stelling and Robin Emerson. For over 70 years, UCP has been a cornerstone [...]

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July 6th, 2024|

Welcome back to the "We're Not Stumped" amputee podcast with your host, Mike Bolland! This week, we’re diving into some incredible stories that highlight the resilience, determination, and sometimes the humor in the face of life's challenges. In this [...]

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  • Overcoming Adversity with Nick Pryor of Ability360

July 2nd, 2024|

In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland engages in a heartfelt conversation with amputee Nick Pryor, the inspiring Athletics Program Manager at Ability360. Nick opens up about his journey from a small town in Dunkirk, Indiana, [...]

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Mike Bolland PBA Bound!

What happens when you step back into something you once loved… years later? In this special episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland shares the story behind his bowling comeback — from becoming the first person with limb loss to compete on the PBA Tour to stepping back onto the lanes with a renewed sense of purpose. But this story is about more than bowling. It’s about rediscovering confidence, overcoming fear, finding purpose again, and proving that it’s never too late to chase something meaningful. Whether you’re facing adversity, starting over, or trying to reconnect with something you once loved, this episode is a reminder that your story is still being written.

I Hate to Break It to Woody Harrelson… but I Was the Original Kingpin.

Before the movie Kingpin ever hit theaters, I was already bowling professionally with one hand as the first amputee to compete on the PBA Tour.

Now decades later, at 61 years old, I’m making a comeback. This video is a fun look at the similarities between my story and the iconic movie — except this one’s real.

From bowling with one hand… to stepping back onto the lanes for the PBA60 World Championship… this comeback is about proving it’s never too late to chase something meaningful again.

And yes… I’m still trying to avoid the gutter balls and my hook flying off!.

 

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