Press Release March, 2023

Phoenix, March 14, 2023 – Mike Bolland, one time child actor and first one-handed professional bowler, was recognized by Amplitude Magazine for hosting one of “Six Amputee-Hosted Podcasts to Listen to in 2023”. Bolland, who was born without a right hand, was honored with the thought that his podcast is helping share the journeys of those living with limb loss or limb difference.

“The vision of this podcast was always to share stories of those in a community I belong to as well,” Bolland said. “But getting this honor really brings to light how important this podcast is. As I interview other amputees, I find we are the only people we know who are like us. This podcast helps bring people like us together.”

Bolland, however, has learned that the podcast is more expansive than he first imagined.

“As an amputee myself, I can ask questions of my guests that others may shy away from,” Bolland stated. “This has led to helping many others. For example, people who are just beginning their amputee journey get to hear firsthand accounts of the highs and lows that can be associated with limb loss. Some are still in their hospital beds, trying to figure out what’s next in their new normal. By watching or listening, they are able to glean so much from the ‘We’re Not Stumped’ podcast and the guests that share their journeys. I have received such positive feedback. The podcast and its impact have exceeded my expectations.”

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About the We’re Not Stumped Podcast: Congenital amputee Mike Bolland interviews other amputees, family members of amputees, and people in the prosthetic and support fields. These interviews are both fun and educational, and they will hold nothing back. No question is off limits!

About Mike Bolland: Despite being born without a right hand, his lists of accomplishments are impressive: As a child, he played the part of “Danny” in “The Trial of Billy Jack”, the third highest grossing film of 1974. As a bowler, he earned multiple youth and adult Arizona state bowling titles and is the first one-handed person to compete and cash on the Pro Bowlers Tour. As a recent cancer survivor, Mike now dedicates his life to helping others in the amputee community by founding the nonprofit “Joe & Marie Bolland’s Helping Hand”, a foundation dedicated to helping amputees afford prosthetics. He is also the host of the podcast “We’re not Stumped”, listed as “Six Amputee-Hosted Podcasts to Listen to in 2023” by Amplitude Magazine.

References:

We’re not Stumped website: https://werenotstumped.com/

We’re not Stumped Latest Episode: https://youtu.be/92vzxvYG2cQ/

Mike Bolland Website: https://mikebolland.com

Amplitude Magazine: https://livingwithamplitude.com/article/best-podcasts-hosted-by-amputees-2023/

Media Contact – Todd Gatrel, Communications: Press@mikebolland.com | Contact Mike Direct: 480.450.3440