The AMP'D UP211 Podcast

Nov 15 2024 56 ep. 55 mins 3
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The AMP'D UP211 Podcast is proud to feature extraordinary individuals in the Limb Loss Community. Our Video Podcast episodes feature athletes, celebrities, public speakers, practitioners, and innovators in the world of prosthetics.

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Lost, Found, Forgiven Eric LeMarque

Nov 15 2024 58 mins  
In this gripping episode of The AMP'D UP211 Podcast, host and creator Rick Bontkowski sits down with Eric LeMarque, a former professional hockey player and snowboarder who endured the unimaginable. Trapped in the frozen Sierra Nevada Mountains for eight days, Eric fought against brutal conditions, isolation, and his own inner battles in a journey that would ultimately change his li

MISSION, MUSIC, MOBILITY Billy Brimblecom

Oct 30 2024 59 mins  
Get ready for an unforgettable episode of The AMP'D UP211 Podcast! Join host and creator Rick Bontkowski, a right-leg amputee and passionate advocate, as he sits down with Billy Brimblecom Jr., an unstoppable force in the limb loss community. After losing his left leg to Ewing’s Sarcoma, Billy turned his story into a mission – empowering uninsured amputees to reclaim their live

WHEN COSI TALKS, HEALING BEGINS Cosi Belloso

Oct 15 2024 51 mins  
In this inspiring episode of The AMP'D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski, a right below-the-knee (RBK) amputee, sits down with Cosi Belloso, a renowned physical therapist and breast cancer survivor, with over 23 years of experience helping amputees regain their mobility and rebuild their lives. Cosi, who runs her own outpatient clinic, Palanca, Inc., is also the host of the popul

A LIFELINE FOR LIMBS Marcy Rubic

Sep 30 2024 50 mins  
In this powerful episode of The AMP'D UP211 Podcast, host and creator Rick Bontkowski, a right below-the-knee amputee, sits down with Marcy Rubic, a leader in the nonprofit world and a passionate advocate for limb preservation. With over 25 years of experience, Marcy shares the incredible work being done at the Limb Preservation Foundation, where lives are being changed and limbs a

FORGED BY FAITH Josh Reed

Sep 15 2024 61 mins  
Join host and creator Rick Bontkowski, a right below-the-knee amputee, for an inspiring episode of The AMP'D UP211 Podcast—a show dedicated to empowering and uplifting the limb loss community through powerful stories of resilience and hope. Rick is passionate about breaking barriers and challenging preconceived notions about people with disabilities.In this episode titled "Forged

SURVIVING THE UNTHINKABLE Penny Fisher

Aug 30 2024 66 mins  
Today we have an extraordinary guest who has faced unbelievable challenges and emerged stronger than ever. Penny Fisher, a former model and now an author and motivational speaker, joins us to share her harrowing yet inspiring journey of survival and resilience. Imagine being on a family vacation, enjoying the sunshine, and within days finding yourself in a coma with just a 10% chan

BE MORE ADAPTIVE Caitlin Conner

Aug 15 2024 63 mins  
We are proud to present Caitlin Conner. Raised in a small town in central Texas, Caitlin’s life took a dramatic turn just before her 24th birthday. A motorcycle accident led to the amputation of her left leg while she was newly pregnant, but her resilience and determination have made her a beacon of hope and empowerment for many. Caitlin is not just a survivor; she’s a trailbla

FROM AMPUTATION TO ASPIRATION Scott Odom

Jul 30 2024 60 mins  
We are proud to present Scott Odom, a true testament to the power of resilience and determination. At just 14 years old, Scott faced a life-altering challenge when he lost his leg to cancer. Despite this daunting obstacle, he refused to let it define his future. Instead, Scott channeled his passion for basketball into a remarkable career as a professional amputee athlete. In this e

UNBREAKABLE BONDS Samantha & Katie Eddington

Jul 15 2024 57 mins  
We are proud to present the incredible journey of Samantha Katie Eddington! Their story is one of unimaginable challenges, unbreakable bonds, and relentless determination. Katie was just a child when a tragic lawnmower accident changed her life forever, resulting in the loss of her leg. But this setback didn’t define her. Instead, it fueled her passion and determination to rise a

STUMP SOCK REVOLUTION Sidney "Amptivist" Muniz

Jun 30 2024 46 mins  
We are proud to introduce you to Sidney Muniz, the founder of Amputee Sock Prints. When Sidney's mother lost her leg below the knee due to diabetes complications, she faced the challenge with an inspiring spirit and determination. But the standard beige amputee socks didn't match her sunny disposition. Sidney realized that many amputees felt the same way about the dull and uninspir