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The guys discuss how court ordered restrictions can negatively affect the sale and distribution of cookies, when digging a new canal is more fiscally responsible than ordering a second remote, and why fecally adhered stickers is the leading cause of death in house fires.
What does it take to stare down adversity and keep climbing, literally?
In this episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host and creator Rick Bontkowski sits down with Tom Jalinski, a bilateral below-the-knee amputee who refused to let limb loss define his limits. Tom takes us deep into the mental and physical grind of becoming an endurance hiker post-amputation, detailing the trails he’s conquered, the pain he’s endured, and the mindset that keeps him moving forward.
From rocky paths to life’s roughest terrain, Tom’s journey is a blueprint for perseverance. Whether you’re an amputee, athlete, or just someone trying to push past personal limits, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/blackstreetboysDISCORD: https://discord.gg/UTnCxNBDTVTWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/bsbliveUse code “BSBPOD” for 10% any KickBuilds Lego shoe set SITEWIDE!: https://kickbuilds.com/TWITCH:BSB: https://www.twitch.tv/bsbliveBrandon: https://www.Twitch.tv/RangeBrothaRob: https://www.twitch.tv/budabearrPATREON: https://www.patreon.com/blackstreetboysDISCORD: https://discord.gg/UTnCxNBDTVApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blackstreet-boys-podcast-🎙/id1628730038Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFSPmo06i4dg3WMNiGhAyPodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bsbpodBrandon: IG- https://www.instagram.com/brandonkeithj/All other socials: https://linktr.ee/brandonkeith DJ: IG – https://www.instagram.com/djsmoothxl/All other socials: https://linktr.ee/doeboii66Rob: IG – https://www.instagram.com/robdagodxl/CONTACT OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Email: Justtheartsllc@gmail.comPotfolio: https://justtheartsllc.wixsite.com/jaymcashMUSIC PROD. BY JXTRHOChapter:00:00 Intro01:43 Giveaway Winner!!03:40 Wickedness of the Week11:03 Pron Stache15:10 Am I The A$$hole23:16 Your Body Is a Temple31:40 Black Trivia Question38:47 Is This Anti-Heterosexual44:23 If It's Hot….48:16 Kendrick Performance51:04 28 Years55:16 Chicago Bears57:48 Summer Smash 1:00:23 Robs Philosophy
Lynn and Bruce join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop, in episode 1 of 5, live from an AA retreat. From pickleball to paradise – from a mess to a miracle – their story of transformation is both amazing and inspirational.
The guys discuss how the perfect pot of coffee paved the way for infant safety, when the best way to find love is to attend as many funerals as possible, and how a realtors disclosure of porch bites is not necessary when listing a property.
The Power of Words: What I Stopped Saying (and Why)
In this episode, we’re diving deep into something we often take for granted—our words. I’m sharing three specific words I’ve intentionally removed from my vocabulary and how doing so has shifted not just my mindset, but also how I communicate with others. Our language holds power—power to uplift or to weigh down, to close off or to open up meaningful connection.
Whether you’re navigating relationships, building a business, or simply talking to yourself in the mirror, the words you choose matter. I’ll walk you through how shifting your language can lighten your emotional load, foster clearer communication, and help you feel more empowered in everyday conversations. This episode is your loving reminder that what we say—to ourselves and others—creates the world we live in. Let’s choose it wisely.
Thank you for being here along side me with another episode of Taking Flight with Megan Holly! I hope today’s episode inspired you to embrace your boldest, most authentic self. If you’re ready to dive deeper into confidence, creativity, and growth, let’s connect!
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PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/blackstreetboysDISCORD: https://discord.gg/UTnCxNBDTVTWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/bsbliveUse code “BSBPOD” for 10% any KickBuilds Lego shoe set SITEWIDE!: https://kickbuilds.com/TWITCH:BSB: https://www.twitch.tv/bsbliveBrandon: https://www.Twitch.tv/RangeBrothaRob: https://www.twitch.tv/budabearrPATREON: https://www.patreon.com/blackstreetboysDISCORD: https://discord.gg/UTnCxNBDTVApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blackstreet-boys-podcast-🎙/id1628730038Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFSPmo06i4dg3WMNiGhAyPodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bsbpodBrandon: IG- https://www.instagram.com/brandonkeithj/All other socials: https://linktr.ee/brandonkeith DJ: IG – https://www.instagram.com/djsmoothxl/All other socials: https://linktr.ee/doeboii66Rob: IG – https://www.instagram.com/robdagodxl/
CONTACT OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Email: Justtheartsllc@gmail.comPotfolio: https://justtheartsllc.wixsite.com/jaymcashMUSIC PROD. BY JXTRHOChapters:00:00 Intro03:20 Switch 208:19 The New Fad15:09 Should Watch This?20:43 Interracial27:52 The Boondocks and Realism39:30 Ultimate Ultimatums43:18 Simple Jobs that Make Good Money 47:26 Wickedness of the Week 52:10 Lack of Bullying 57:36 The New Black Leader1:01:34 Robs Philosophy
Marggi and Dan join Mike and Glenn to discuss their project #VibezBombz. A mashup of several recovery modalities, the solution promises to reconnect to that which we have become disconnected.
The guys discuss why you can never have too many airbags when there’s a goat in the car, how $200 will not only get Nana a box but also a cosmetic touch-up, and when having a loving husband willing to crap in your driveway can save you $17,500 for a night out.
What happens when determination outweighs despair?
In this powerful episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski sits down with Mark Ksobiech, an amputee who lost over 250 pounds and reclaimed his life in the face of overwhelming challenges. Mark opens up about the emotional and physical transformation that reshaped his identity, his health, and his purpose.
This isn’t just a story about weight loss—it’s about rediscovering hope, confronting addiction, and choosing to fight for the life you deserve. Mark’s journey is raw, relatable, and deeply inspiring for anyone in the limb loss community or beyond.
The AMP’D UP211 Podcast is created and hosted by Rick Bontkowski, a drummer, amputee, and advocate for resilience and self-discovery. Each episode brings together powerful voices from the limb loss and disability community, ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
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