In this heartfelt episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Jeanette Jones, a childhood cancer survivor whose journey is nothing short of remarkable. Diagnosed with cancer at a young age, Jeanette faced years of rigorous treatments in an effort to save her left leg. Despite the challenges, she displayed extraordinary courage and resolve throughout this difficult period.
At just 16 years old, Jeanette underwent a hip disarticulation, a rare and complex surgery involving the removal of her entire leg, including the femur, from the pelvis. While many might see such an experience as insurmountable, Jeanette has turned her challenges into triumphs. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience, positivity, and the human spirit.
In this episode, Jeanette shares her personal journey of adapting to life after amputation, finding strength in adversity, and embracing her new normal with grace and determination. Her insights offer not just inspiration but also practical wisdom for anyone facing life’s trials.
Tune in for a moving conversation that highlights the triumph of the human spirit and the extraordinary ways people can overcome even the most daunting challenges. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
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In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Caitlin Conner, founder of Be More Adaptive, to explore how she’s building a global hub for disability resources designed to empower people with disabilities to live fulfilling, confident, and sustainable lives. Caitlin shares her powerful journey — from surviving a life-changing motorcycle accident while pregnant to becoming a Paralympic-level athlete, model, and outspoken disability advocate. She talks candidly about adapting to life as an amputee, the importance of self-advocacy, and how adaptive sports helped her rebuild her identity, purpose, and strength.
When Drew Ann Long, a stay-at-home mom from Birmingham, Alabama, discovered there were no shopping carts designed for her daughter Caroline — who has Rett syndrome and cannot walk or talk — she decided to create one herself. In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Drew Ann to discuss her journey from frustrated mom to inventor of Caroline’s Cart, an adaptive shopping cart now featured in over 15,000 stores across eight countries, including Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Lowe’s. Drew Ann opens up about overcoming rejection, financial struggles, and even a hacked social media page — all while pursuing her mission to bring dignity and inclusion to families with disabilities.
In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Josh Green, an above-knee amputee, patient advocate, and founder of the Northeast Ohio Amputee Support Group. Josh lost his leg at just 4 years old and has since turned his life experiences into a mission to uplift and educate others in the limb loss community. Josh opens up about growing up with a prosthetic, how his parents’ positive outlook helped him build confidence, and how sports played a major role in his development. Later in life, he faced new challenges but found strength by connecting with other amputees and realizing the power of community. From overcoming early challenges to empowering others through advocacy and education, Josh Green’s story is one of resilience, leadership, and unwavering positivity.
