They Took His Foot. God Gave Him a Mission

Episode Title: 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 Car01:50: Introduction to the Podcast02:26: Guest Introduction: Brad Bowling04:11: Brad's Life-Changing Experience05:33: The Bacterial Infection Unfolds08:46: Hospitalization and Surgery14:05: Recovery and Reflection25:55: Understanding MRSA and Bacterial Infections36:51: The Reality of Limb Loss37:17: The Cost of Prosthetics37:49: Living with Phantom Pain39:17: Mental and Emotional Struggles42:58: Support Systems and Community46:41: Navigating Accessibility Challenges51:18: Financial and Insurance Hurdles55:50: Starting a Nonprofit for Amputees01:09:30: Final Thoughts and Call to Action🔗 Resources Links 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 onYouTube PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsAmazon MusicOther 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 changesubscribe to our newslettergive us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcastsshare an episode with a friend, family member or colleague🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExecLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterTikTokWhatsApp ⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebook 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] .