In this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland highlights three incredible stories of innovation, resilience, and community:
🔹 Saving Frostbitten Feet: Explore a groundbreaking new device designed to rewarm frostbitten feet and reduce the risk of amputations, offering hope for those affected by severe cold injuries.
🔹 An Amputee’s Inspiring Horseback Journey: Meet the remarkable amputee riding horseback across America, stopping in East Texas to share his message of perseverance and hope.
🔹 Helping Hands Group: Discover the impactful work of this organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families through advocacy, resources, and education.
✨ These stories showcase the power of human determination and the innovations changing lives.
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Links:
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-device-rewarm-frostbitten-feet-amputations.html
https://helpinghandsgroup.org/
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Ten years after cancer surgery, Mike Bolland found himself on the field at an Arizona Cardinals game, representing all cancers during the NFL’s Crucial Catch recognition. In this personal episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike reflects on the journey from surgery and radiation to pursuing two goals: performing stand-up comedy and bowling on tour one more time. Those decisions helped lead to motivational speaking, a return to competition on the PBA60 Tour, and his message, “Take the Shot Anyway.” Mike also honors the podcast guests who have shared their own cancer journeys, including those who experienced limb loss, and the people whose support helped him through treatment and recovery.
In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, Neomi Flores joins host Mike Bolland for an in-person conversation about traveling and EmpowerFest. Neomi is missing her left leg below the knee and brings her own perspective to the conversation. Neomi and Mike discuss experiences on the road and the connections made through events like EmpowerFest. Recorded together in person, this episode explores the value of meeting people and sharing experiences within the disability community. Have you attended EmpowerFest? What’s your favorite travel experience? We’d love to hear from you.
Everyone has a story worth sharing—and at the 2027 Amputee Coalition National Conference, those stories will take center stage. It’s an honor for We're Not Stumped host Mike Bolland to serve as host and help create a welcoming space for the community’s voices. “Story Slam: Where Every Story Finds Its Light” brings the community together for an evening of laughter, connection, and five-minute stories. Twenty storytellers will be selected at random to share a moment from their lives. There’s no competition, no judging, and no expectation that a story must be inspirational or about limb loss or limb difference. In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland introduces the event and shares what attendees can look forward to.
