In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland explores three remarkable stories of courage, recovery, and inclusion:
đȘ 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.
đŸ Feline Fighter: Meet the senior cat who survived a leg amputation after being rescued from a hoarding situation and now thrives against all odds.
âł 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. Donât miss this uplifting conversation!
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In this inspiring episode of Weâre Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Angela Calzone, President & CEO of Inroads to Opportunities, as the organization celebrates its 66th anniversary. With a bold goal to double the number of individuals servedâfrom 400 to 800âover the next decade, Angela shares her passion for breaking down misconceptions about hiring people with disabilities and her mission to create lasting workforce inclusion. From her 35+ year career in the for-profit sector to leading one of the most impactful nonprofits in the disability community, Angela opens up about the challenges of funding, the critical need for employer partnerships, and the real business benefits of inclusive hiring. She also shares powerful success stories, the impact of Inroadsâ vocational training programs, and why their largest-ever fundraiser was a milestone moment for the agency. Whether youâre an employer, advocate, or simply someone who believes in the value of diversity in the workplace, this episode will inspire you to see whatâs possible when communities come together to create opportunities.
The Amputee Coalition is undergoing another major transition with the resignation of President & CEO Cass Isidro, who announced her last day will be August 22nd. In her farewell message, Isidro stated that her work had been about ârestoring the Amputee Coalition to its original purpose with deeper community engagement.â That statement raises difficult questions: đ Why did the Coalition need to be ârestoredâ in the first place? đ Has the organization lost focus on directly serving amputees? đ What does this leadership change mean for peer support, advocacy, and resources moving forward? In this episode of Weâre Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland dives into the resignation news, shares community concerns, and examines whether the Amputee Coalition is truly on track to support the limb loss and limb difference communityâor if amputees should be worried about its direction. Listeners are invited to join the conversation as the podcast takes on tough questions about the Coalitionâs mission, leadership, and future.
In this episode of Weâre Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Meegan Winters, CEO and founder of AbleVu, the innovative accessibility search platform making the world easier to navigate for everyone. Meegan shares her inspiring journeyâfrom special education teacher to tech entrepreneurâand how her friendship with Jessica, a power wheelchair user, sparked her mission to improve accessibility for all. Mike and Meegan explore AbleVuâs evolution from virtual tours to a âTripAdvisor for accessibility,â the business model that empowers contributors, and why accessible information benefits both consumers and businesses. Along the way, Meegan opens up about leaving a stable career, overcoming the challenges of building a startup, and the fulfillment that comes from creating real-world impact. Discover how technology and empathy intersect to make the world more inclusive.
