In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland explores three remarkable stories of courage, recovery, and inclusion:
šŖ Teen Accident: Learn about a high school athlete who overcame an ATV accident and how the community is coming together to aid in his recovery.
š¾ Feline Fighter: Meet the senior cat who survived a leg amputation after being rescued from a hoarding situation and now thrives against all odds.
ā³ Access Golf Spotlight: Discover how Access Golf is breaking barriers in the sport, making golf accessible and empowering for individuals with disabilities.
Mike brings these heartfelt stories to life, showcasing how challenges can be transformed into powerful narratives of hope. Donāt miss this uplifting conversation!
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In this episode ofĀ Weāre Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland speaks with Neomi Flores, who became an amputee at age 43 after a blood clot changed her life forever. Neomi shares her powerful journey, including: The frightening symptoms that led to her amputation Facing fear and uncertainty before surgery A year in a wheelchair and the challenges of recovery Learning to walk again with prosthetics Drawing strength from her faith, her children, and small victories The meaning behind her tattoo:Ā āDonāt just exist, liveā Her story is one of resilience, gratitude, and determinationāa reminder that even in lifeās toughest moments, itās possible to find purpose and live fully.
Mike Bolland highlights two powerful topics of resilience, and community.Ā Topic 1 ā A Call for Coaches ArizonAbility is launching a basketball clinic for adults with disabilities, and theyāre looking for a passionate coach to lead the way. This isnāt just about basketballāitās about confidence, teamwork, and creating a space where every player can thrive. Mike explains what this opportunity means for the community and how one coach can make a life-changing impact.Ā Topic 2 ā Inspiration from Legapalooza Mike also shares the inspiring story of Legapalooza (https://legapalooza.com/), founded by Tommy Donahue after a life-changing accident. What started as a small charity event has grown into a movement of resilience, connection, and giving back. Tommyās journey reminds us that when we come together, we can turn challenges into opportunities for hope and empowerment.Ā
Host Mike Bolland sits down with Alexia Michittiāa public speaker, athlete, and entrepreneur born without a right hand. Together, they reflect on their shared experiences of limb difference and Alexiaās powerful journey of resilience, determination, and innovation. Alexia shares how sheās breaking barriers in sports and beyondāfrom representing the U.S. in the first Womenās Amputee Soccer World Cup, to filing a patent for adaptive clothing through her brandĀ Em13raceĀ (https://em13race.com/), to finding her voice as a motivational speaker. She opens up about life without a prosthetic, her role models, and her passion for inspiring children with limb differences to embrace their uniqueness.
