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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Host Mike Bolland welcomes Brittany Dejean, founder of Inclusion Jumpstart and former Airbnb accessibility leader. Brittany opens up about how her fatherās spinal cord injury at age 12 inspired her lifelong passion for disability inclusion. She shares insights from her 6.5 years at Airbnb working on accessibility and diversity initiatives, her nonprofit work with Able Thrive, and her current mission as an entrepreneur and advocate. Brittanyās training programs help people overcome awkwardness around disability and build more inclusive, empathetic spaces in both personal and professional settings.
In this episode of Weāre Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland gets real about the challenges of finding a job while living with a disability. Born without his right hand, Mike has firsthand experience navigating interviews, workplace bias, and the self-doubt that can creep in during the job search. He shares tips that helped himāand that can help youāstand out for the right reasons, from understanding your rights under the ADA to deciding when (or if) to disclose your disability. If youāve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or unsure where to start, this episode offers encouragement, strategies, and real-world advice from someone whoās walked the walk. š ļø Topics include: How to highlight your strengths, not your limitations Disability-friendly job boards and resources Why owning your story is your greatest strength Whether you were born with a disability or acquired one later in life, this episode is for anyone ready to pursue meaningful work and thrive.
In this uplifting episode ofĀ We're Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomesĀ Latonyia Billops, aĀ bilateral above-knee amputee, who shares her remarkable story of surviving a traumatic car accident that changed her life forever. While helping a stranded motorist, Latonyia was struck by a truck that crossed the highway medianāresulting in the loss of both her legs. Despite unimaginable trauma, Latonyia never lost her faith. She opens up about how her spiritual foundation guided her recovery, her refusal to fall into depression, and how sheās used her experience to advocate for others navigatingĀ prosthetic careĀ andĀ life with limb loss. Latonyia also shares insights into theĀ adaptive equipmentĀ she uses to maintain independenceāsuch as a sliding board, bath bench, and commode topperāand how these tools have helped her live with greater comfort and dignity. Plus, she reveals her dream of entering aĀ wheelchair pageant, showcasing her confidence and self-love.
