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Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/they-took-his-foot-god-gave-him-a-mission
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In this powerful episode of A Black Executive Perspective Podcast, host Tony Tidbit sits down with Brad Bowling, President of CODE M Magazine, to unpack a story of survival, purpose, and divine assignment. Brad recounts his fight against a deadly bacterial infection that cost him his right foot and provides insights regarding the emotional and physical journey that followed.
With unshakable support from family, friends, and faith, Brad reveals the turning point that propelled him from despair to purpose—and the mission that emerged from his pain. He shares his plan to launch a nonprofit dedicated to helping new amputees navigate their first 90 days, providing resources, coaching, and hope when they need it most.
As we head into Thanksgiving, Brad’s story reminds us that even in seasons of loss, there is gratitude to be found, purpose to embrace, and community to lean on.
This episode is raw, inspiring, and unforgettable
▶︎ In This Episode
00:00: Emotional Journey to the Car
01:50: Introduction to the Podcast
02:26: Guest Introduction: Brad Bowling
04:11: Brad's Life-Changing Experience
05:33: The Bacterial Infection Unfolds
08:46: Hospitalization and Surgery
14:05: Recovery and Reflection
25:55: Understanding MRSA and Bacterial Infections
36:51: The Reality of Limb Loss
37:17: The Cost of Prosthetics
37:49: Living with Phantom Pain
39:17: Mental and Emotional Struggles
42:58: Support Systems and Community
46:41: Navigating Accessibility Challenges
51:18: Financial and Insurance Hurdles
55:50: Starting a Nonprofit for Amputees
01:09:30: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/they-took-his-foot-god-gave-him-a-mission
Episode Video Link:
In this powerful episode of A Black Executive Perspective Podcast, host Tony Tidbit sits down with Brad Bowling, President of CODE M Magazine, to unpack a story of survival, purpose, and divine assignment. Brad recounts his fight against a deadly bacterial infection that cost him his right foot and provides insights regarding the emotional and physical journey that followed.
With unshakable support from family, friends, and faith, Brad reveals the turning point that propelled him from despair to purpose—and the mission that emerged from his pain. He shares his plan to launch a nonprofit dedicated to helping new amputees navigate their first 90 days, providing resources, coaching, and hope when they need it most.
As we head into Thanksgiving, Brad’s story reminds us that even in seasons of loss, there is gratitude to be found, purpose to embrace, and community to lean on.
This episode is raw, inspiring, and unforgettable
▶︎ In This Episode
00:00: Emotional Journey to the Car
01:50: Introduction to the Podcast
02:26: Guest Introduction: Brad Bowling
04:11: Brad's Life-Changing Experience
05:33: The Bacterial Infection Unfolds
08:46: Hospitalization and Surgery
14:05: Recovery and Reflection
25:55: Understanding MRSA and Bacterial Infections
36:51: The Reality of Limb Loss
37:17: The Cost of Prosthetics
37:49: Living with Phantom Pain
39:17: Mental and Emotional Struggles
42:58: Support Systems and Community
46:41: Navigating Accessibility Challenges
51:18: Financial and Insurance Hurdles
55:50: Starting a Nonprofit for Amputees
01:09:30: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
🔗 ResourcesLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:
🔔 Listen and Subscribe
Listen to this episode and subscribe for future updates
subscribe to A Black Executive Perspective podcast on
- YouTube Podcasts
- Apple Podcasts
- Spotify Podcasts
- Amazon Music
- Other platforms or by searching "TonyTidbit"
if you like what we're doing and would like to support us, here's some ways you can help us continue the uncomfortable conversations that drive change
- subscribe to our newsletter
- give us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts
- share an episode with a friend, family member or colleague
🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExec
- YouTube
- TikTok
⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbit
This episode was produced by TonyTidbit ™ . Copyright © 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] .