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

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

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32:18

Dating & Relationships After Limb Loss with Neomi Flores

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2026/04/07

What does dating look like after limb loss? In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Neomi Flores to talk about relationships, confidence, and navigating the dating world as an amputee. Neomi shares her journey after losing her leg in 2022, including the emotional challenges, when to disclose limb loss to potential partners, and the impact of past relationships on moving forward. This honest conversation explores self-perception, resilience, and the importance of...

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8:21

2 Missions. 1 Purpose. + How You Can Make an Impact

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2026/04/02

What does real support look like in the limb loss community? In this solo episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland shares the missions behind Joe & Marie’s Helping Hands and Enable Review—a platform where amputees share real experiences about prosthetists and clinics to help others make more informed decisions. Plus, Joe & Marie’s Helping Hands is currently seeking board members (Treasurer, Secretary, and Social Media Manager). If you’ve been looking for a way to give back, this cou...

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48:07

Surviving COVID, Losing Her Legs, Finding Purpose |...

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2026/03/31

What happens when you survive COVID… but wake up to a completely different life? In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Brianna Heitzman, a certified employment specialist with Down Syndrome of Louisville, whose life was forever changed after a severe battle with COVID-19. After being placed on a ventilator and ECMO, Brianna faced an unimaginable outcome—the loss of her legs. But her story doesn’t end there. This is a conversation about resilience, ide...

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18:59

When You’re the “Limb Loss Friend” Everyone Texts

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2026/03/26

What happens when a limb loss story hits the news—and suddenly everyone you know is texting you about it? If you’re part of the limb loss community, you know exactly what that feels like. In this solo episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland dives into the experience of being “the limb loss friend”—the person people turn to when they don’t fully understand what they’re seeing, but want to connect. This episode goes beyond the texts to explore what those moments reveal: the gap between ...

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30:59

Support Arizona Heat Power Soccer | Stacy & Courtney...

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2026/03/24

Stacy and Courtney Walker aren’t just teammates—they’re the only known mother-daughter duo in wheelchair power soccer… and they represent Arizona Heat Power Soccer. Now, they—and their team—are working toward competing at Power Soccer Nationals, and they need your help to get there. On this episode of We're Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Stacy and Courtney to talk about their journey into adaptive sports, what it’s like competing side by side, and what being part of Arizona Heat

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42:22

From Limb Loss to Leadership: Marc Burkom on Sports,...

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2026/03/16

What does it take to turn a life challenge into a lifelong passion for sports and coaching? On this episode of We're Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland talks with Marc Burkom, a double below-knee amputee born with fibular hemimelia who has built a life around athletics, coaching, and helping others reach their potential. Marc shares how his parents made the difficult decision to amputate his feet when he was just two months old — a choice that allowed him to grow up active in sports like soccer, ...

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20:08

Scott Martin Returns: Soccer Coach and Author of Play...

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2026/03/10

Scott Martin returns to the We’re Not Stumped Podcast for a powerful follow-up conversation with host Mike Bolland. Scott shares the story of the life-threatening illness he survived in 1993 that resulted in the amputation of his hands and feet, and the long journey of rebuilding his life afterward. From facing discrimination and depression to rediscovering confidence and purpose, Scott reflects on the emotional and physical challenges of life after limb loss. Mike and Scott also discuss Scot...

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26:23

From Muscular Dystrophy to Robotics Founder: Building...

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2026/03/03

What if the future of assistive technology is being built by the very people who need it most? In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Owen, an entrepreneur living with muscular dystrophy who turned his lived experience into innovation. After struggling with limited rehabilitation tools, Owen co-founded a company developing a simple, home-based exoskeleton to make therapy more accessible. They discuss universal design, customer discovery, and the challenges of buildi...

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40:46

Choosing Amputation at 22: Lindsay’s Journey of...

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2026/02/24

In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike sits down with Lindsay to share her courageous decision to choose amputation at age 22 — and the emotional and physical challenges that followed. Lindsay opens up about navigating identity after limb loss, the support of her parents, and the mindset that helped her move forward. She shares how setting a goal to walk unassisted by Christmas gave her focus during recovery and how resilience continues to shape her life today. 🧡 If Lindsay...

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15:12

Starfish Surgery & VR Breakthroughs: New Hope for...

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2026/02/17

On this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Dr. Glenn Gaston, an orthopedic hand and upper-extremity surgeon who’s helping redefine what’s possible in amputee care. Dr. Gaston shares how a single patient encounter sparked his mission to improve outcomes for people with limb loss — leading to innovations like the Starfish Procedure, which restores individual finger control for partial hand amputees, and a newly FDA-cleared virtual reality therapy that significantly reduces...

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31:02

From AMC to the Paralympics: Lera Doederlein’s Double...

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2026/02/10

Lera Doederlein joins Mike Bolland on We’re Not Stumped to share a powerful story of choosing possibility. Born with AMC (arthrogryposis multiplex congenita), Lera grew up in Phoenix using braces and forearm crutches while navigating school, friendships, and the quiet realization that sports might look different for her. As a teenager, she made the bold decision to pursue double above-knee amputations in order to gain independence and improve long-term mobility—and it transformed her life. Le...

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21:44

From Setbacks to Strength: Supporting Amputees...

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2026/02/03

In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike talks with John Cooper, a physical therapist assistant with 18 years of experience, about his journey into physical therapy and his passion for working with lower-limb amputees. John shares how his grandfather’s recovery from brain surgery sparked his career, and how close collaboration with prosthetists helps him address the real-world challenges amputees face every day. He explains why patience matters in rehab, why quality beats quantity...

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10:25

Enable Review Launch: A Community-Powered Platform...

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2026/01/29

In this special episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland shares the story behind Enable Review — a new community-powered platform created to help people with limb loss, limb difference, and caregivers find prosthetic, orthotic, and rehabilitation care they can trust. After a lifetime navigating prosthetics and hearing powerful stories from guests and listeners, Mike explains why real patient experiences matter — and how Enable Review puts those voices front and center. Enable Review isn’t a...

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24:54

Turning Cancer Into Purpose: Risa August’s Advocacy &...

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2026/01/27

In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Risa August — cancer survivor, author of The Road Unpaved, TEDx speaker, and patient advocate — for a deeply honest and uplifting conversation. Risa shares how her diagnosis and cancer treatments reshaped her identity, challenged her physically and emotionally, and ultimately inspired her to create a life of meaning and service. From enduring radiation and its long-term effects to cycling nearly 1,900 miles from Canada ...

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29:23

Four Truths and a Lie: Terry Tucker on Mental...

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2026/01/20

In this powerful and reflective episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Terry Tucker, author of Four Truths and a Lie, for a deep conversation about mindset, mental toughness, and what it truly means to live a significant life. Terry shares the philosophy behind his latest book, which challenges common definitions of success rooted in money, status, and material achievement. Instead, he invites listeners to rethink success through the lens of service, responsibility, and impa...

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24:11

Preventable Amputations: How Early Diagnosis and...

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2026/01/13

In this eye-opening episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland speaks with Dr. Kevin Lie, a vascular and interventional radiologist at Georgia Endovascular, about why so many amputations don’t have to happen. Dr. Lie explains how misdiagnosed or untreated peripheral artery disease (PAD) is one of the leading causes of limb loss—especially among veterans, older adults, and people living with diabetes. He shares how minimally invasive endovascular procedures can restore blood flow, reduce ...

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37:50

Tom Lenoble — Facebook Leadership, Surviving Cancer,...

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2026/01/06

Tom Lenoble’s story is one of remarkable leadership, resilience, and reinvention. In this episode, Tom shares his extraordinary career journey leading customer operations at companies like MCI, Walmart.com, and Palm — and how he helped build Facebook’s first global customer operations team during its explosive early years. He reflects on interviewing with Mark Zuckerberg when Facebook was still a college platform, navigating rapid growth, and leading through constant change. But Tom’s greates...

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28:58

Scott Martin: Life After Losing Both Hands, Soccer,...

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2025/12/30

In this compelling episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Scott Martin, bilateral hand amputee, soccer coach, and author of Play From Your Heart. Scott shares his life-changing experience after a devastating infection in 1993 led to the loss of both hands and parts of his feet, and the emotional journey that followed—including denial, depression, and rebuilding his sense of purpose. Scott discusses continuing to coach soccer, adapting with determination and creativity, and ...

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Merry Christmas from We’re Not Stumped: A Message of...

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2025/12/25

This special Christmas episode of We’re Not Stumped is a heartfelt reflection from host Mike Bolland on resilience, community, and gratitude during the holiday season. Instead of an interview, Mike takes a few minutes to acknowledge the realities many people in the limb loss and disability community face during the holidays — from accessibility challenges and family dynamics to grief, growth, and adapting to change — all with warmth and a touch of humor. Mike also shares what this podcast has...

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26:09

Born Different, Built Resilient: Jason A. Jones on...

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2025/12/23

In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Jason A. Jones—motivational speaker, author, and founder of Positive Pieces—for a powerful conversation about resilience, mindset, and growing up with a congenital hand difference. Mike and Jason share a unique connection: both were born with a difference in their right hand. Together, they explore the realities of childhood, school, friendships, sports, and the challenges of first impressions when living with a ...

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