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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Podcast host Mike Bolland is looking to connect with individuals willing to share their experiences with prosthetists and prosthetic care. If youâve ever faced challenges with a prosthetist, received a prosthetic that didnât meet your needs, or discovered a provider who went above and beyond, your story can make a difference. On his show, Weâre Not Stumped, Mike engages in open, honest conversations about life with limb loss, prosthetics, and advocacy. His mission is to give a voice to the limb loss community, spotlight real experiences â both the good and the bad â and work toward improving the system for everyone. Mike invites you to be part of this important dialogue, knowing that your insights could help others navigate their own prosthetic journeys with greater confidence and support. đ© Interested in being a guest? Visit: https://werenotstumped.com/were-not-stumped-limb-loss-podcast-guest-guide/
In this heartfelt and uplifting episode of Weâre Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Katie Thomas for a conversation filled with honesty, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. Born without her right arm below the elbow, Katie began receiving care at Shriners Hospital in Tampa at age 3 and experimented with various prosthetics throughout her childhood. Over time, she discovered that prosthetics were a helpful toolâbut not essential for her to live a full, capable life. Now a devoted parent, Katie opens up about raising her son, who has Witteveen Colk syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. She shares her journey through early intervention services, advocating for genetic testing, and ensuring her child receives the support he needs. Her advice to parents? Trust your instincts, push for answers, and never hesitate to speak up for your child.
Jeanette Jones returns to the Weâre Not Stumped podcast with host Mike Bolland for a powerful conversation that goes beyond music. She shares a shocking and emotional story about the accessibility barriers she and her partner Frank encountered at a Def Leppard concert at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. From steep hills to discriminatory treatment by staff, their experience sheds light on how accessibility still falls shortâeven in 2025. But thatâs just the beginning. Jeanette also opens up about her own journeyâsurviving childhood cancer, transitioning from prosthetics to a wheelchair, and the incredible resilience of her partner Frank after his life-changing accident. This episode is about more than one bad nightâitâs a call to action for accessibility, empathy, and real change.
