Artwork

Content provided by Rick Bontkowski. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Rick Bontkowski or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

Firefighter. Amputee. History Maker - Michael Laughlin

48:28
 
Share
 

Manage episode 497341067 series 3348739
Content provided by Rick Bontkowski. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Rick Bontkowski or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

What does it take to return to one of the most physically demanding jobs on earth, after losing your leg? In this unforgettable episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski sits down with Michael Laughlin, Canada’s first amputee firefighter, whose story is as courageous as the job he’s reclaimed.

After a devastating motorcycle accident resulted in the loss of his leg, Michael faced a question few could answer: Could he ever return to the firehouse? With grit, heart, and relentless determination, he not only returned, he made history. Rick and Michael dive into the mental and physical road to recovery, the battle to be seen as capable in a world full of doubt, and what it means to redefine strength on your own terms.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever been told “you can’t.”

The AMP’D UP211 Podcast is where amputees and adaptive warriors come to tell the truth, and Michael Laughlin’s truth will leave you fired up.

  continue reading

68 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 497341067 series 3348739
Content provided by Rick Bontkowski. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Rick Bontkowski or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

What does it take to return to one of the most physically demanding jobs on earth, after losing your leg? In this unforgettable episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski sits down with Michael Laughlin, Canada’s first amputee firefighter, whose story is as courageous as the job he’s reclaimed.

After a devastating motorcycle accident resulted in the loss of his leg, Michael faced a question few could answer: Could he ever return to the firehouse? With grit, heart, and relentless determination, he not only returned, he made history. Rick and Michael dive into the mental and physical road to recovery, the battle to be seen as capable in a world full of doubt, and what it means to redefine strength on your own terms.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever been told “you can’t.”

The AMP’D UP211 Podcast is where amputees and adaptive warriors come to tell the truth, and Michael Laughlin’s truth will leave you fired up.

  continue reading

68 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Quick Reference Guide

Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play