Welcome to “We’re Not Stumped,” the podcast where Mike Bolland delves into the inspiring stories and groundbreaking advancements in the world of limb difference and prosthetics. Each episode, Mike introduces listeners to extraordinary individuals and organizations making a profound impact on the lives of those with limb loss.
In this episode:
Camp No Limits: Empowering Kids with Limb Loss
Discover how Camp No Limits provides a life-changing experience for children with limb loss. This camp not only offers a supportive community but also teaches adaptive skills and fosters independence, allowing kids to thrive and dream big.
NubAbility: Introducing Children to the World of Sports Ahead of the Paralympics
Join us as we explore the incredible work of NubAbility, an organization dedicated to introducing children with limb differences to various sports. With the Paralympics on the horizon, NubAbility is inspiring the next generation of athletes to achieve greatness on and off the field.
Detroit Prosthetics Innovator Chris Casteel Honored as BOC’s 2024 Certificant of the Year
Mike shines a spotlight on Chris Casteel, a visionary in the field of prosthetics who has been recognized as the Board of Certification’s 2024 Certificant of the Year. Learn about Chris’s groundbreaking innovations and how his work is transforming lives in Detroit and beyond.
Tune in to “We’re Not Stumped” and get ready to be inspired by the stories of resilience, innovation, and the unyielding human spirit.
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In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland chats with Ryan Wilson—founder of Team Trust Productions—for a conversation about how adaptive athletes are using the power of media to change the narrative around disability. Ryan shares his journey from discovering adaptive sports at the University of Illinois to launching a creative agency that centers disabled voices through authentic storytelling and inclusive marketing. He opens up about the challenges of building a business as a wheelchair user, the impact of his Disability Marketing Guide, and why empathy and representation are key to reshaping public perception. You’ll hear how Team Trust Productions is growing, how Ryan balances entrepreneurship with health, and why he believes adaptive athletes should be recognized not for their struggles, but for their strength, skill, and spirit.
In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland shares two powerful stories of resilience, recovery, and the human spirit: 🏅 A Double Amputee’s Olympic Journey After surviving a devastating accident, this athlete didn’t give up—he set his sights on the Paralympic Games. Learn how he turned trauma into purpose, using adaptive training and relentless determination to pursue a spot on Team USA. 🦿 Mission Gait: Advancing Gait Rehabilitation Worldwide Meet the people behind Mission Gait, a nonprofit transforming the way physical therapists treat patients with complex walking challenges. From educational programs to international outreach, Mission Gait is creating a global movement for mobility. 🎧 Whether you're part of the limb loss community or just need a boost of hope, this episode shows what's possible when we move forward with purpose.
In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Eric Ford to talk about the car accident that changed the course of his life. In 2009, while driving through Atlanta with his children, Eric was struck by a drunk driver. Though his children escaped with only minor injuries, Eric was left with life-threatening damage to his leg. Over the next two months, Eric endured 12–13 surgeries, including skin and muscle grafts, in an attempt to save the leg. When the wound continued to reopen and the pain became unbearable, he made the courageous decision to undergo an amputation. Eric shares the emotional and physical challenges of that decision, and how it ultimately gave him a new lease on life.
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