We're Not Stumped - Centering on life stories of the Limb Loss / Amputee and Disabled Communities Podcast Por Mike Bolland arte de portada

We're Not Stumped - Centering on life stories of the Limb Loss / Amputee and Disabled Communities

We're Not Stumped - Centering on life stories of the Limb Loss / Amputee and Disabled Communities

De: Mike Bolland
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We’re Not Stumped is more than just a podcast—it's a platform dedicated to celebrating resilience, inclusion, and the indomitable human spirit. Hosted by Mike Bolland, a one-handed cancer survivor and the first person with limb loss to compete on the PBA tour, the podcast delves into the real-life stories of individuals who have turned adversity into strength.


Launched in 2022 after Mike retired from a successful career at Discount Tire, the podcast was born out of his desire to give back to the amputee community. Alongside starting the Joe & Marie Bolland’s Helping Hands nonprofit—which aims to help amputees obtain the prosthetics they need to live a full life—Mike created We’re Not Stumped to share the journeys of those who, like him, have faced challenges head-on.


Each episode features candid conversations with amputees, family members, medical professionals, and advocates, shedding light on topics like adaptive living, inclusive employment practices, and the latest in prosthetic technology. With authenticity, compassion, and a touch of humor, Mike ensures that no question is off-limits, fostering an environment where guests can share their experiences openly.


Beyond the podcast, Mike has embraced stand-up comedy, performing across Arizona and the Southwest, using humor as a tool to connect and inspire. His multifaceted approach to advocacy underscores a central message: challenges don't define us—our responses do.


Join us as we amplify voices, break down stigmas, and build a community where no one feels like they're going it alone. Because here’s the truth:


We’re not stumped.
Not by limb loss. Not by fear. Not by anything life throws our way.

© 2025 We're Not Stumped Podcast and host Mike Bolland Ciencias Sociales Desarrollo Personal Éxito Personal
Episodios
  • Born This Way vs. Life-Changing Day – Two Sides of the Limb Loss Journey

    Born This Way vs. Life-Changing Day – Two Sides of the Limb Loss Journey
    May 22 2025

    What’s it like to grow up with a limb difference compared to losing a limb later in life? Host Mike Bolland—who was born without his right hand—dives into these two distinct paths, highlighting how they shape identity, resilience, and daily life.

    Through personal insights and stories from guests like Stevia Walker, who became an amputee in 2023, Mike explores how both congenital and acquired limb loss present unique challenges—and unexpected common ground.

    Whether you’re living with a limb difference, adjusting after an amputation, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers real talk, encouragement, and connection.

    Send Mike a Message!

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    Want to be considered as a guest? Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/contact-amputee-podcast/

    Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/
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    7 m
  • Finding Her Voice: Jessica Frew on Advocacy, Loss, and Disability Representation

    Finding Her Voice: Jessica Frew on Advocacy, Loss, and Disability Representation
    May 20 2025

    In this heartfelt episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes actress, model, and disability advocate Jessica Frew. Born with cerebral palsy and using an eye gaze machine to communicate, Jess opens up about the emotional journey of finding her voice—from early hesitations and a painful regret about her late father to becoming a powerful force for disability awareness.

    She and Mike discuss the challenges of being nonverbal in a world that often underestimates her, her experiences on the Runway of Dreams, and her mission to bring authentic disability representation to fashion and entertainment. Jess also introduces her book The Disabled, or the Nonverbal Princess and shares details about her upcoming love story and a TV pilot featuring an inter-abled couple.

    Tune in for a moving conversation about identity, inclusion, and using your voice—however it sounds—to create change.

    Send Mike a Message!

    Support the show



    Want to be considered as a guest? Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/contact-amputee-podcast/

    Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/
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    12 m
  • “Why Me” to “Watch Me”: Kijuan Amey’s Powerful Comeback After Tragedy

    “Why Me” to “Watch Me”: Kijuan Amey’s Powerful Comeback After Tragedy
    May 13 2025

    After a devastating motorcycle accident changed his life forever, Kijuan Amey could have stayed stuck in the question, “Why me?” Instead, he chose a path of healing, faith, and unshakable resilience. In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, Kijuan shares the raw truth of his journey—from the trauma of blindness to the triumph of reclaiming purpose. Whether you’re facing your own setback or simply need a dose of inspiration, Kijuan’s story is a reminder that miracles are possible when you keep moving forward.


    https://ameymotivation.com/

    Send Mike a Message!

    Support the show



    Want to be considered as a guest? Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/contact-amputee-podcast/

    Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/
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    36 m
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