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Mike and Chris explore the world of rec league sports in Canada and around the world. From basketball to softball, soccer to ultimate frisbee, and even a few more eclectic sports, we cover all the sports that people play for fun and exercise. Each episode features a new sport and our observations from the rec sports world. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, Slipped Disc has something for you. Join us as we celebrate the joy of playing sports for the love of the game.
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"We're Not Stumped" Podcast: Inspiring Stories and Empowerment for the Amputee Community Welcome to the "We're Not Stumped" podcast, hosted by Mike Bolland, an inspiring individual born without a right hand. This podcast is dedicated to sharing the stories, challenges, and triumphs of amputees, offering support and empowerment to the amputee community. What You'll Discover: Inspiring Personal Stories: Listen to heartfelt stories from fellow amputees who have overcome incredible odds. From da ...
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🎙️ We're Not Stumped - Breaking Records and Building Hope: Inspiring Amputee Stories and the Future of Artificial Limbs Join host Mike Bolland, a one-handed advocate for resilience and adaptability, in this episode of "We're Not Stumped" as he discusses three uplifting stories about the amputee community and the future of prosthetics. 🌟 In this epi…
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We're Not Stumped - Breaking Barriers: Inspiring Stories of Amputees Achieving the Impossible Join congenital right hand amputee host Mike Bolland in this episode of "We're Not Stumped," where we dive into three incredible stories of amputees who have defied the odds and achieved remarkable feats. 🌟 In this episode, we explore: 1. The First Female …
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In this remarkable episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland sits down with Chris and Kim Casteel, the visionary owners of Anew Life Prosthetics and Orthotics. Chris, an amputee himself, lost his left leg in a motorcycle accident, turning his personal tragedy into a mission to help others. 🌟 Join us as we explore: Chris Casteel’s Inspiring …
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Welcome to "We're Not Stumped," the podcast where Mike Bolland explores the stories of resilience, innovation, and community within the limb difference world. In each episode, Mike introduces you to individuals and organizations making a profound impact on the lives of those with limb loss and limb differences. In this episode: Lively Limbs Amputee…
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In this special episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland sits down with the members of The Resilient, a band composed of talented musicians who have turned their personal challenges into powerful music. 🌟 Join us as we explore the journey of these incredible artists who, despite facing adversities, have created a unique and impactful sound…
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In this powerful episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland, we share three remarkable stories of resilience, determination, and triumph. 🌟 Join us as we explore: A Double Amputee's Journey: Discover the story of a man who lost both legs after contracting sepsis but continues to inspire others with his unbreakable spirit. Read more abou…
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Join us for an inspiring episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland, as we welcome two incredible guests: Dan Moses, a bilateral below-knee amputee, and Rachael Simukonda, a left below-knee amputee. 🌟 In this episode, we dive into the importance of peer support and adaptive living for the disabled community. Dan and Rachael share their …
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In this impactful episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland, we explore three diverse stories that highlight resilience, courage, and safety in the amputee community. Join us as we discuss: Top Books by Amputees in 2024: Dive into the best books authored by amputees in 2024, offering unique perspectives and inspiring stories that you w…
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In this episode of We're Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Rocky Batzel, the visionary behind SnapSlide. Rocky shares the inspiring story of how SnapSlide was born out of a personal challenge and evolved into a groundbreaking assistive technology that empowers people with limited hand dexterity. They delve into the journey of innovation…
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In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland, who was born without a right hand, sits down with Jakob Kepka to discuss his remarkable journey. Jakob's life took a drastic turn after a workplace injury in 1979, leading to years of treatments, including repeated Cortisone shots, and ultimately six knee replacements between 2001 and 2013.…
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🎙️ We're Not Stumped - Real Stories of Resilience: Amputee Veterans, Cyclists, and New Mom Welcome to another compelling episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland! In this episode, we delve into three powerful stories that highlight the strength and resilience of individuals facing unique challenges. 🌟 Join us as we discuss: Amputee Ve…
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Welcome to "We're Not Stumped" with your host Mike Bolland! In this episode, we bring you three incredible stories of resilience and triumph. Diveheart Deep Pool Project: Discover how Diveheart is creating transformative opportunities for adaptive diving, helping individuals with disabilities experience the freedom of underwater exploration. Sports…
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Welcome to another powerful episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland! In this episode, we have the honor of speaking with Hugh Boyle from Doable Agency. Join us as Hugh shares his inspiring journey of resilience and determination. After a right leg below-the-knee amputation, Hugh not only overcame personal challenges but also founded …
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Welcome to "We're Not Stumped," the podcast where Mike Bolland delves into the inspiring stories and groundbreaking advancements in the world of limb difference / limb loss and prosthetics. Each episode, Mike introduces listeners to extraordinary individuals and organizations making a profound impact on the lives of those with limb loss. In this ep…
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In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," we feature the inspiring Todd Key, a one-legged cyclist who demonstrated extraordinary determination and resilience. Todd’s journey began at age 7 with a severe injury to his right hand, followed by the amputation of his right leg due to muscle cancer at 17. Despite years of frustration and confusion, Todd ne…
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In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland delves into the incredible journeys of three remarkable amputees who have defied the odds and achieved extraordinary feats. First, meet the Marine veteran amputee who formed a rock band, using music as a powerful tool for healing and resilience. Discover how this inspiring individual turned …
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the "We're Not Stumped" podcast with your host, Mike Bolland! This week, we're spotlighting stories that showcase incredible adaptations, pioneering efforts, and inspiring achievements within the amputee community. In this episode, Mike discusses: 1. Recycler Adapts Loader for Amputee Employee Discover how a r…
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Join us on this episode of the "We're Not Stumped" podcast as we welcome a special guest from United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona (UCP), Gail Stelling and Robin Emerson. For over 70 years, UCP has been a cornerstone of hope and support for individuals with disabilities in Arizona. Though their name highlights their work with cerebral palsy, UC…
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Welcome back to the "We're Not Stumped" podcast with your host, Mike Bolland! This week, we’re diving into some incredible stories that highlight the resilience, determination, and sometimes the humor in the face of life's challenges. In this episode, Mike discusses: 1. Scottish Quadruple Amputee Takes on the Inca Trail Meet Corinne Hutton, a remar…
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In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland engages in a heartfelt conversation with Nick Pryor, the inspiring Athletics Program Manager at Ability360. Nick opens up about his journey from a small town in Dunkirk, Indiana, with a population of just 2,300, to becoming a pivotal figure in the world of adaptive sports. Nick’s story begin…
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Listen as host Mike Bolland picks three limb loss/amputee headlines for the week and discusses them in these 'Headlines" episodes. Headline #1: Michael Palin says he still talks to his late wife: ‘It’s a bit like losing a limb’ Sir Michael Palin has opened up about life without his late wife, Helen Gibbins, saying he still talks aloud to her. The 8…
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On this episode of "We're Not Stumped," we welcome Ashley Ramirez, an inspiring individual whose life took an unexpected turn on November 1st, 2023. A severe car accident left Ashley as an above-knee amputee on her left leg. Now, she embarks on a courageous journey of rehabilitation and adaptation, sharing her experiences and triumphs with the worl…
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Welcome back to the “We’re Not Stumped” podcast! Host Mike Bolland introduces an exceptionally inspiring guest, Jonathan Cowley. Jonathan’s story is a profound example of resilience and determination in the face of formidable challenges. Jonathan's journey began in early 2013 when he discovered a small lump on his right hand. With a young child at …
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In the latest episode of the "We’re Not Stumped" podcast, the spotlight is on Dave Gibson, an inspiring individual from Arizona who shares his powerful story of resilience and humor in the face of life's daunting challenges. Dave was born and raised in Southern California and moved to Arizona in the spring of 2004. He loves riding motorcycles, play…
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In this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, I have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Eric Gabriel, a bi-lateral above-knee amputee for the second time. Born and raised in Levittown, Long Island, NY, one of the first pre-planned housing developments in the United States, Eric enjoyed a childhood filled with school and baseball. Later in life, he dis…
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In this episode on the We're Not Stumped podcast, I'm honored to have Elysia Everett, founder and CEO of Friendly Like Me. Friendly Like Me is an innovative app dedicated to finding and reviewing accessible places. Its mission is to enhance accessibility in public spaces and make it easier for everyone to discover accessible locations, ensuring mor…
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Today's special guest on the We're Not Stumped podcast, Carrie Bono, is on a mission—a mission to uplift and motivate others through sharing her personal journey on her YouTube channel, "Where Did My Foot Go." Following a series of life-altering events, including a bike accident and diabetes, Carrie experienced the loss of her left leg below the kn…
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Season three is a wrap, and what a great season! In this season 3 finale, I give a brief overview of all this season’s episodes. I then talk about three upcoming season four episodes and my one-man show called "I'm not Stumped. Season three: 1. Above Knee Amputee Podcast Eric Gabriel: https://werenotstumped.com/were-not-stumped-bilateral-above-knee…
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Carter Viss was raised in Denver, Colorado, where his childhood was filled with adventures catching fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects near his home. With several saltwater aquariums to his name, his affinity for aquatic life was unmistakable, a destiny perhaps hinted at by his surname, which translates to "fish" in Dutch. Pursuing his passion…
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Freedom’s Wings Arizona, a non-profit organization operated by individuals with disabilities, whether physical or developmental, has the mission of introducing the exhilarating world of soaring to such individuals. Their objectives include: Introducing individuals with disabilities to the soaring experience through Therapeutic Recreation, offering …
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In this episode of the We're Not Stumped podcast, I welcome John Werner. Mr. Werner, who retired from Xerox after 41 years in the fall of 2018, faced an unexpected challenge shortly after his retirement. Just a couple of months into his retirement in January 2019, he began experiencing severe pain in his ankle, leading to the amputation of his righ…
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The North American One - Armed Golfer Association president Dan Aldrich is the latest guest on the We're Not Stumped podcast. Dan was a teenager in late 1980s Los Angeles, competing as a high-speed international water skier until a fall at nearly 100 mph caused complete nerve detachment in his left arm, deemed irreparable. This injury, affecting th…
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Help if you can. Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-victoria-as-she-fights-sepsis From the GoFundMe site: "Hello everyone! We urgently need your support for 2nd-grade student Victoria. On Thursday, February 29th, Victoria was admitted to the hospital due to a severe fever and vomiting that quickly escalated into a blood infection. She is current…
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Terry Tucker is a renowned international podcast guest, specializing in motivation, self-development, and mindset. With a diverse background spanning from being an NCAA Division I college basketball player to serving as a SWAT Team Hostage Negotiator, Terry brings a wealth of experience to his speaking engagements. He firmly believes in the transfo…
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In this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, I welcome right above-knee amputee (RAKA) Tracy Gariepy LaMarche. Tracy wasn't your typical athlete. In fact, she didn't even dip her toes into the world of physical fitness until she reached her thirties. But when she finally embraced it, she did so with an unwavering commitment. A series of events…
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Are you a #prosthetist? Do you find vintage #prosthetics interesting? Then this special edition 40th episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast is a must see! I will show you some of my oldies – prosthetics from a different era that I just found after many years. My starter #prosthesis, which is a rubberized mitt and my very first hook I was able to …
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Since the age of three, Kara Skrubis has practiced ballet. Throughout her youth, she traveled the nation, showcasing her ballet prowess. Alongside her performances, she commenced teaching ballet and started her studies as a dance major at University at Buffalo. However, her trajectory took an unforeseen twist during her inaugural semester at UB. In…
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In February 2020, Bruce Mezan faced a near-death encounter due to a DUI driver. While en route to lead a motorcycle safety class at 6:30 a.m., an incapacitated driver in an SUV collided with him at 50 mph as he rode through an intersection in Rancho Santa Fe. Following the accident, Bruce spent most of the next nine months learning to walk again, r…
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This week Mike and Chris get off on a large number of tangents from their topics of the day. In between talking about marathon smoking, how to properly use the word hockey, and the inclusiveness of some sports we discuss the sport of Golf as our main topic. (Oh boy do we have opinions here!). For our What the Heck, we return to our roots - violence…
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Bradley's journey as a below-the-knee amputee began in September 2014 due to a prolonged battle with osteomyelitis and multiple surgeries. His pivotal moment came three weeks prior to the amputation when he accompanied Jeff Linton, then president of Midwestern Amputee Golf Association (MWAGA) , on a ride. This encounter marked the beginning of Brad…
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This week Mike and Chris have a lot of fun discussing many things you can do on a board. Whether its rolling through the parks and streets skateboarding, taking your own life in your hands sledding, or riding the waves on a surfboard! Mike also once again reminds us of his opinion on the Ocean and Chris makes yet another Valley reference. Just in t…
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Mike and Chris are together in person this week to talk about some more wild adventures. Going out and riding fat bikes leads off as a new and exciting sport. Mike is both proud and concerned for his heritage as we discuss Pizza Acrobatics, and we all miss Robin Hood as Archery becomes our International sport of discussion. Check it out this week a…
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In this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, meet Lisa Strube! An unfortunate accident when she was 18 led to an above knee amputation. Lisa is a therapist who has confronted her own challenges. Through the support of therapy, she successfully worked through moments of self-doubt and emerged in a better place. Specializing in relationship ther…
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Both Mike and Chris are perplexed by the idea of running. We don't know why you like it. Mike does and he still doesn't like it! Regardless we talk about running as a rec sport and a social element. You will just have to listen to discover our "what the heck" sport of the week, but let's just say Tim the Tool Man Taylor would be proud. Finally we d…
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In our first week back after the holiday break Mike and Chris start off talking about the great winter sport of skiing. Whether cross country, downhill, or biathlon this winter sport is another opportunity to get outside, get active, and socialize...particularly apres ski! In the WTH section they discuss the ESPN sensation Slippery Stairs! Finally …
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J.J. Orsak was living a great life as he was married to his high school sweetheart, had a long time career as an electrician and celebrating a brand-new grandbaby in December 2018. But all of that changed in an instant on December 22. While doing a task he had done countless times, Mr. Orsak’s life changed. A jolt of electricity raced through his b…
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If you are in the mood to learn about prosthetics, 3D printing, and helping others worldwide, listen to this episode of the We're Not Stumped podcast. This episode features Brent Wright. He's from Raleigh, NC, is as an ABC-certified prosthetist and BOC-certified orthotist at Eastpoint Prosthetics and Orthotics. His journey in this field began at th…
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Its time for some great holiday listening! This week Mike and Chris explore the high pace world of competitive snowmobiling. Then we find warmer weather for the the professionalization of something you probably did with your siblings, we explore Chest Slapping or its Pakistan version, Slap Kabaddi. Finally, you have to listen to understand the grea…
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It's finally here! The episode Chris has been waiting for since day one! Today we dig into God's Greatest Game: Curling. You're going to be enthralled by this one! We also explore the wild dirty world of Cow Chip Tossing, and finally Whitewater Kayaking. This is very much a Ottawa Valley episode!Bởi Mike & Chris
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My guest in this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast is the closest to me than any other guest I’ve had the pleasure to have on. Her name is Angie Sandow, and just like me, she was born without a right hand. What an honor to have her on! As she always does, in this episode she passionately shares her experiences of living with a limb differenc…
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