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 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 - Centering on life stories of the Limb Loss / Amputee and Disabled Communities
We're Not Stumped Podcast Season 3 Finale
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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-amputee-podcast-s3-e1-eric-gabriel/
2. Above Knee Limb Loss Podcast Jeanette Jones, a childhood cancer survivor: https://werenotstumped.com/above-knee-limb-loss-podcast-jeanette-jones/
3. Bilateral Above Knee Jennifer JJ Johnson and Below Knee Dan Moses Limb Loss Podcast: https://werenotstumped.com/bilateral-above-knee-jennifer-jj-johnson-and-below-knee-dan-moses-limb-loss-podcast/
4. Congenital Limb Difference Podcast Angie Sandow: https://werenotstumped.com/congenital-limb-difference-podcast-angie-sandow/
5. 3D Prosthetic Podcast Brent Wright, ABC-certified Prosthetist: https://werenotstumped.com/3d-prosthetic-podcast-brent-wright-abc-certified-prosthetist/
6. Upper Limb Amputee Podcast – J.J. Orsak: https://werenotstumped.com/we-are-not-stumped-upper-limb-amputee-podcast-j-j-orsak/
7. Lisa Strube, MS, LPC, CRC, CST Above Knee Amputee: https://werenotstumped.com/were-not-stumped-s3-e7-lisa-strube-ms-lpc-crc-cst-above-knee-amputee/
8. Bradley Schubert Amputee and Adaptive Golf: https://werenotstumped.com/were-not-stumped-podcast-bradley-schubert-amputee-and-adaptive-golf-s3-e8/
9. Bruce Mezan, Victim of DUI Hit and Run, Below Knee Amputee: https://werenotstumped.com/were-not-stumped-amputee-podcast-bruce-mezan-victim-of-dui-hit-and-run-below-knee-amputee/
10. Kara Skrubis, Osteosarcoma Cancer Survivor & Above Knee Amputee: https://werenotstumped.com/kara-skrubis-osteosarcoma-cancer-survivor-above-knee-amputee/
11. RAKA Podcast with Amputee Bodybuilder Tracy Gariepy LaMarche: https://werenotstumped.com/right-above-knee-amputee-raka-and-bodybuilder-tracy-gariepy-lamarche/
12. Cancer Warrior Terry Tucker, Author: Sustainable Excellence:
Want to be considered as a guest? Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/podcast-guest-information/
Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/
