In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland talks ith Ryan Wilson—founder of Team Trust Productions—for a conversation about how adaptive athletes are using the power of media to change the narrative around disability.

Ryan shares his journey from discovering adaptive sports at the University of Illinois to launching a creative agency that centers disabled voices through authentic storytelling and inclusive marketing. He opens up about the challenges of building a business as a wheelchair user, the impact of his Disability Marketing Guide, and why empathy and representation are key to reshaping public perception.

You’ll hear how Team Trust Productions is growing, how Ryan balances entrepreneurship with health, and why he believes adaptive athletes should be recognized not for their struggles, but for their strength, skill, and spirit.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

• How media empowers adaptive athletes
• The story behind Team Trust Productions
• Challenges and wins in accessible entrepreneurship
• How inclusive storytelling connects brands with real impact
• Ideas for collaborating in the adaptive sports world

🌐 Want to work with Ryan or explore inclusive marketing?
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In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland highlights two incredible stories of perseverance and progress in the world of limb loss and mobility:

🏃‍♂️ From Tragedy to Olympic Dreams
After losing both legs in a devastating accident, one athlete is refusing to let adversity define him. He’s now chasing a spot in the Paralympic Games—training hard, staying focused, and inspiring others along the way.

🌍 Mission Gait: Changing How the World Walks Again
We also spotlight Mission Gait, an organization empowering patients and professionals through advanced gait rehabilitation programs. Their mission: help every person facing walking challenges regain independence and confidence—whether in local clinics or around the world.

✨ Whether you’re living with limb loss, work in the rehab field, or simply love a story of resilience, this episode is for you.

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In this powerful episode of We're Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland speaks with Eric Ford, a resilient father and amputee whose life changed forever in 2009 after a drunk driver struck his car in Atlanta. Eric opens up about the aftermath of the crash, including enduring over a dozen surgeries, the emotional strain on his family, and the moment he chose amputation to reclaim his life.

Eric shares how he embraced a new path—navigating life with a prosthetic leg, diving into rehabilitation, and drawing strength from his children to keep moving forward. His story is a candid look at the realities of trauma, recovery, and the power of perseverance.

🎧 Topics in This Episode:

• Surviving a devastating car accident
• Elective amputation and the road to healing
• Adjusting to life with a prosthetic limb
• Mental health and emotional recovery
• Finding strength through fatherhood
• Tips for mobility and prosthetic adaptation
• Support systems for amputees

Whether you're living with limb loss, supporting a loved one, or simply drawn to stories of resilience, Eric’s journey will inspire and empower you.

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#Amputee #ProstheticLeg #LimbLossRecovery #DrunkDrivingSurvivor #AmputationStory #AmputeeSupport #InspiringRecovery #AdaptiveLiving #WeAreNotStumped #MotivationalStories

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