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 …

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, I…

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 l…

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 disabilitie…

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 yours…

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 jus…

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 profe…

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 pas…

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 sa…

We are proud to introduce you to the remarkable Major Edward Pulido. A retired U.S. Army Major, Major Ed is a man whose courage and dedication have significantly impacted countless individuals' lives. With a military career spanning 19 years, Major Ed's journey is one of extraordinary resilience, having faced and overcome immense challenges, includ…

We are proud to present Motivational Speaker and Limb Difference Advocate David Powell. David's journey embodies the resilience of the human spirit. Born without hands and with malformed legs in New Orleans, he adapted early, using his feet and an electric wheelchair. His life took a dark turn with his mother's overdose and his subsequent struggle …

We are proud to present Executive Director and Co-Founder of ROMP, (The Range of Motion Project), Mr David Krupa! David has facilitated the provision of custom-made prosthetic devices to over 4,500 of the Western hemisphere’s most vulnerable individuals through a delivery model emphasizing high-quality clinical care, local investment; and advocacy.…

We are proud to present a heart-pounding special episode of The Levitate Sport Freedom Tour, straight from the vibrant streets of Chicago! Experience the pulse of the city as we bring you candid on-site interviews, capturing the raw energy and passion of athletes and enthusiasts alike. But that's not all! Dive deeper into the action with exclusive …

We are proud to present Paralympic Athlete, Ironman, and Paratriathlon American Champion Mohamed Lahna. Born in Casablanca Morrocco, Mohamed was born with a birth defect called Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency that effectively left him without a right femur and fibula. Mohamed embodies the saying, “It’s never too late.” He was fit with his first r…

We are proud to present Hugh Boyle. Hugh is a Right below amputee and the founding partner of The Consumers with Disabilities Research Foundation, North America’s first consumer research business, focused on generating data and insights from and for the vast and valuable consumers with disabilities population. They are committed to using research t…

We are proud to present Professional Musician, Executive, and Motivational Speaker Todd Waites. After losing his complete arm and shoulder to cancer at 14 years of age followed by nearly two years of rigorous treatments, plus another surprising diagnosis of Thyroid cancer in late 2014, Todd has made the best of the cards dealt to him. People who kn…

We are proud to present U.S. Paralympic Athlete, Rancher, and Father Kevan Hueftle. In 2005 Kevan also known as “Flea” was involved in a hunting accident that led to an amputation of his left leg below the knee. Consequently, Flea struggled with alcoholism due to the tragic loss of his limb and the constant pain he suffered as an amputee. Through p…

We are proud to present adaptive athlete and trail runner Zachary Friedley. Zach is a congenital amputee born missing his right leg above the knee. Zach has spent his life in the pursuit of understanding how to reach the true meaning of movement. This ultramarathoner not only pushes himself physically but also spiritually. Zach continues to inspire…

We are proud to present Chris Cavanaugh also known as THE MAD HIKER. Chris is a trauma survivor who lost his left leg in a terrible auto accident that led to multiple surgeries which saved his life. Chris has led a colorful life filled with tremendous challenges including drug addiction, and thoughts of suicide, and has risen above it all to inspir…

We are proud to present Alexis Mann. Alexis is a Horse Reining Competitor and Right Hand Amputee, Alexis’ limb difference results from amniotic band syndrome. Alexis recently competed in the 2023 National Reining Horse Association Derby. Alexis has been riding horses since 2 years old and competes for the Division 1 equestrian team at the Universit…

We are proud to present Jenny Rolf Pollreis. Jenny is a left leg below knee amputee who describes herself as a Fitness Fanatic. This fitness trainer continues to inspire the entire amputee community through her video blog and positive content on social media platforms. Jenny has participated in competitive national bodybuilding and brings a fascina…

We are proud to present Rose Booth. Rose is an author, podcaster, and above-the-knee amputee. In her very first book, Rose shares her unbelievable life story of facing death numerous times, doubting her faith, and rising from the depths of despair. Rose became an amputee in December of 2021 and continues to inspire through public speaking, advocacy…

We are proud to present Mabio Costa. Mabio is a Motivational speaker, Triathlete, and two-time ITU Paratriathlon World Champion. This proud American citizen who was born in Goiânia, Brazil works as a practitioner at Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates (POA). Mabio continues to compete and thrive against able-bodied athletes while providing inspiration…

We are proud to present Jessica Noreika. Jessica became an Above-The-Knee amputee due to a tragic motorcycle accident in October 2021. Jessica recently went through the surgeries to receive the Osseointegration Implant. Jessica, once incredibly active is now facing the challenges of her new normals head-on. Jessica continues to inspire her entire c…

We are proud to present Denny Chipollini. Denny is a two-time Olympic Torchbearer, Public Speaker, Personal Trainer, and Adaptive Athlete. Denny truly has a zest for life and continues to inspire the amputee community through his video blog and lifestyle tips. This extraordinary amputee proves that there truly is a fountain of youth. The AMP'D UP21…

We are proud to present Sam Schaefer. Sam is the founder of Schaefer Adaptive Methods, created about a year after undergoing an elective amputation as the result of a 9-year fight with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Sam brings an incredibly unique and inspiring skill set for recovery and adaptive techniques to the entire amputee community. …

We are proud to present James Calcagni. James is the visionary behind The Navigator, an assistive device designed specifically for amputees. Rick Bontkowski spends a full hour discussing James’s journey into amputee advocacy and his continued support and efforts to make the amputee’s lifestyle accessible and affordable. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcas…

We are proud to present Cam Ayala. Cam spends a full hour discussing the first year of his amputee journey. Cam made headlines as a contestant on The Bachelorette where he revealed that he suffered from lymphedema. Cam has quickly become a hero in the amputee community through his own podcast and continued advocacy. Cam continues to inspire others …

We are proud to present Kayla Inman. This TedX speaker lost her leg from a tragic fall on ice and has inspired others with her story, advocacy, and grace under pressure. Kayla spends a full hour discussing her life, leadership, and unique perspective on the amputee community. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right below…

We are proud to present Eric Eckenberger, Boxer, Extreme Sports Enthusiast, and the Founder of Crooked Halo, a lifestyle brand that includes clothing and whiskey. Eric spends a full hour discussing his tragic train accident, his home grown dynasty, and his amputee lifestyle. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right below …

We are proud to present Amira Radovic', CEO and visionary behind the THERA-V, a stimulation device designed specifically for amputees to manage Phantom Pain. Amira spends a full hour discussing her work in the field of bio-medical engineering. Amira is committed to the limb loss community and her product, the THERA-V is truly changing lives. The AM…

We are proud to present Liam Burbridge, amputee footballer and Tik Tok sensation. Liam spends a full hour discussing his exciting journey to The World Cup, and his lifestyle as an amputee. Liam is truly an inspiration and brings a unique perspective to the world of adaptive sports. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right…

We are proud to present Rome Leykin, After losing his legs in a New York Subway accident Rome has proven that hard work, determination, and positive thinking can create a truly inspiring life. Rome spends a full hour discussing his amputee advocacy, adaptive sports, and his fascinating lifestyle as an amputee. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hoste…

We are proud to present Earl Granville, Earl is a combat wounded veteran, amputee advocate, motivational speaker, and adaptive extreme athlete. Earl spends a full hour discussing his many endeavors, experiences while serving his country, and his fascinating lifestyle as a left leg amputee. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski,…

We are proud to present Christine Lentz, Sepsis Survivor, Amputee Mom, & Program manager at The Limb Preservation Foundation. Christine spends a full hour discussing her advocacy work and inspiring life as a Quad Amputee. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right below knee amputee.…

We are proud to present James Owen Roberts, 2X Paralympian, TedX Speaker, Performance Coach, and Podcast Host. James spends a full hour discussing his personal journey as a life long Amputee. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right below knee amputee.By Rick Bontkowski

We are proud to present Chris Prange-Morgan, writer, speaker, adventure seeker, hospital chaplain, and amputee Mom. Chris shares her valuable experiences as an adoptive parent and her active amputee lifestyle. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right below knee amputee.By Rick Bontkowski

We are proud to present Jeffrey Mangus, Best Selling Author, accomplished Ghost Writer, and Amputee Advocate. Jeffrey discusses his personal journey, writing career, and inspiring Amputee Lifestyle. Jeffrey is the author of AMPossible: Real-World Solutions for Amputees to Accomplish the Impossible. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bo…

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We are proud to present Ben Lovell, Amputee Advocate, Social Media Influencer, and the founder of AMP CAMP. Ben spends a full hour discussing his personal journey, incredible efforts as an advocate, and inspiring Amputee Lifestyle. Ben discusses the impact of Social Media and how his positivism has actually created controversy in the Amp Community.…

SwissBorg product manager Domen Hadalin discusses the app’s features, funding and revenue, location, roadmap, and the greater DeFi environment. SwissBorg lets users make swaps with the best rates aggregated from other exchanges, earn competitive yields, purchase bundles of crypto, and learn about the risks associated with their investments. Take a …

Rubic is a token swapping protocol that aims to simplify cross-chain token swaps to make blockchain more accessible for broader adoption. We’re joined by Rubic marketing manager Collin O’Brien, who tells all about what Rubic does, how it was started, the team, business model, funding, use cases, roadmap and much more! You can learn more about Rubic…

Alpesh Parmar, an investor, entrepreneur, and the founder of Wealth Matters, tells us about his investment journey, his outlook on the real estate market, why he started a BTC mining fund, and what to look for when underwriting crypto AND real estate. Alpesh and Wealth Matters help people build long term wealth by investing in real assets You can f…

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PolyCrypt CEO and Co-Founder Hendrik Amler, and business development manager Marcel Kaiser, join the podcast to discuss all things PolyCrypt. PolyCrypt is a software company that develops software built with scalability and adoption for the ENTIRE blockchain ecosystem in mind. They discuss how PolyCrypt was started, their two core products - Perun …

Kevin Maloney, the CSO and Interim CEO of iTrustCapital stops by to discuss one of the most effective crypto tax strategies out there: Crypto IRAs. We cover how to get started with a crypto IRA, regulations and compliance, security and custody, and how to choose the right crypto IRA platform. With tax season right around the corner, you don’t want …

We are proud to present Posie Mansfield, an adaptive athlete, Amputee Advocate, and President of the COP Amputee Association. Posie spends a full hour discussing her personal journey, incredible efforts as an advocate, and inspiring Amputee Lifestyle. The AMP'D UP211 Video Podcast is hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a right below knee amputee. Recorded a…

Loren Dealy Mahler, CEO of Jupiter Exchange! Jupiter Exchange leverages NFTs to create digital versions of real world collectible assets, allowing users to own shares of valuable art, cars, shoes, memorabilia and more! Loren and Joe discuss the value of fractional ownership of alternative assets, the project’s funding, revenue, team, roadmap and mo…

JP Richardson, CEO and Co-Founder of Exodus, joins the podcast to discuss the problem Exodus was built to solve, the team, funding, roadmap, current suite of products, and best practices for securing your crypto portfolio. Exodus is a crypto software wallet, built with the user experience as a core focus, that allows users to store and swap their c…

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