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.