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Limping Out Of The Fire

Podcast by The CMS Network

English

Health & personal development

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About Limping Out Of The Fire

Welcome to Limping Out Of The Fire – raw, real conversations about surviving life-changing trauma, near-death experiences, terrible accidents, and the unbreakable will to not just endure, but thrive. Hosted by burn survivor Chris Akin, who defied the odds after being burned over 69% of his body in a 1994 industrial accident, and amputee survivor Seth Williams, who lost his leg in 2022, this podcast shares unfiltered stories from hosts and guests who've walked through hell and kept going. We dive deep into the real-world challenges of recovery, adaptation, and rebuilding a meaningful life – proving that your accident or injury doesn't have to define your ending. It's about hope, resilience, and turning pain into purpose. New episodes air live every Monday at 4pm Eastern – join us for inspiring stories that remind you: you're stronger than you think. Subscribe now and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Your story matters too – share it in the comments! cmspn.substack.com

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4 episodes

episode He’s Legally Blind, but He’s a Touring Rockstar. (No Excuses) artwork

He’s Legally Blind, but He’s a Touring Rockstar. (No Excuses)

If your world went pitch black tomorrow, would you stop moving, or would you start listening closer? We all talk a big game about “resilience,” but Wayne Stokely is living it on a global stage with a pair of drumsticks and zero vision. Most people treat their worst day like a finish line, but what if that day never actually ended? Chris and Seth sit down to find out how you find the rhythm when you can’t see the floor beneath your feet—and why your “excuses” just ran out of road. #ChrisAkin #SethWilliams #LimpingOutOfTheFire #BurnSurvivor #Amputee #DiabetesAwareness #Survival #Resilience #OvercomingAdversity This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe [https://cmspn.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

27 Jan 2026 - 55 min
episode Why Your Prosthetic Doesn’t Fit (And How to Trust Your "Fake" Knee) artwork

Why Your Prosthetic Doesn’t Fit (And How to Trust Your "Fake" Knee)

How would you react if the one thing that connects you to the world—your ability to walk—was stripped away in an instant? Most people see the prosthetic leg; they don't see the sweat, the blood, or the rotting sleeves that feel like "death" after three years of wear. Join Chris and Seth as they talk with Josh Green about the terrifying vulnerability of being manhandled in a hospital bed and why the hardest part of recovery isn't the physical pain, but the mental games your mind plays when you're at your lowest. Are you ready to stop standing next to the hurdle and finally run at it?– The "Death Smell": When Prosthetics Rot– Total Vulnerability: The Amputee’s Greatest Fear– 5,200 Staples & Face-Fulls of Blood– "I'm Not an Invalid": The InvaCare Chair Stand-Off– The Shoe Size Mystery: Why Your Limb Shrinks– Why "Peer Support" Beats a Shrink Every Time– Osseointegration: The Future of Metal in Your Bones🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@limpingoutofthefire [http://www.youtube.com/@limpingoutofthefire]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/limpingoutofthefire/ [https://www.facebook.com/limpingoutofthefire/]X: https://x.com/lotfshow [https://x.com/lotfshow]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limpingoutofthefire [https://www.instagram.com/limpingoutofthefire]🎙️ ABOUT LIMPING OUT OF THE FIRESurvival isn't just about staying alive; it's about what you do next. Join Chris Akin and Seth Williams as they share the raw, uncensored, and surprisingly funny reality of life after catastrophic injury. From a 69% body burn survival story to navigating life as an amputee, Chris and Seth provide a roadmap for anyone walking through their own fire.📺 WHAT WE COVER: Survival Stories: The harrowing details of the accidents that changed everything.The "Little Things": Practical life-hacks and advice for navigating recovery and disability.Medical Reality: The honest truth about surgeries, prosthetics, and the healthcare grind.Dark Humor & Hope: Finding the laughs in the toughest situations to keep moving forward.#SurvivalStories #BurnSurvivor #AmputeeLife #Resilience #LimpingOutOfTheFire #RecoveryJourney #Prosthetics #MentalHealth #ChrisAkin #SethWilliams This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe [https://cmspn.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

20 Jan 2026 - 1 h 8 min
episode The First Week! artwork

The First Week!

On this episode of LIMPING OUT OF THE FIRE, Chris and Seth talk about the first week after a traumatic injury; the mental anguish, the confusion, dealing with family that have no idea how to handle your situation, and more. GET CALL ME CHRIS BY CHRIS AKIN HERE: https://amzn.to/3ZhyxxQ [https://amzn.to/3ZhyxxQ] 🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@limpingoutofthefire [http://www.youtube.com/@limpingoutofthefire] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/limpingoutofthefire/ [https://www.facebook.com/limpingoutofthefire/] X: https://x.com/lotfshow [https://x.com/lotfshow] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limpingoutofthefire [https://www.instagram.com/limpingoutofthefire] 🎙️ ABOUT LIMPING OUT OF THE FIRE Survival isn’t just about staying alive; it’s about what you do next. Join Chris Akin and Seth Williams as they share the raw, uncensored, and surprisingly funny reality of life after catastrophic injury. From a 69% body burn survival story to navigating life as an amputee, Chris and Seth provide a roadmap for anyone walking through their own fire. 📺 WHAT WE COVER: Survival Stories: The harrowing details of the accidents that changed everything. The “Little Things”: Practical life-hacks and advice for navigating recovery and disability. Medical Reality: The honest truth about surgeries, prosthetics, and the healthcare grind. Dark Humor & Hope: Finding the laughs in the toughest situations to keep moving forward. #ChrisAkin #SethWilliams #LimpingOutOfTheFire #BurnSurvivor #Amputee #DiabetesAwareness #Survival #Resilience #OvercomingAdversity This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe [https://cmspn.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

19 Jan 2026 - 1 h 12 min
episode How to Rebuild Your Life When Everything—Even the Way You Sleep—Changes Forever artwork

How to Rebuild Your Life When Everything—Even the Way You Sleep—Changes Forever

If the world as you knew it ended at 7:20 PM on a Tuesday, would you have the grit to laugh about it four years later? Chris Akin and Seth Williams aren’t interested in your “thoughts and prayers”—they’re interested in how you survive the 22 surgeries, the necrotic smells, and the people who walk right over you when your leg falls off in the middle of a gym. This isn’t a pity party; it’s a masterclass in “warrior” perspective for anyone currently limping through their own personal hell. How do you find the humor in the scars that never go away? On This Episode: – More Than Silly Talk: The Real Mission– The Warning Signs We Ignore: Seth’s Diabetic Journey– The Coma: Waking Up to a New Reality– 7,000 Pounds of Fire: Chris’s Steel Mill Explosion– The Never-Ending Process: Why There Is No Finish Line– The Treadmill Disaster: Finding Humor in the Pain– “God Saved You”: The Well-Intentioned Things We Hate Hearing 🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW: * YouTube: www.youtube.com/@limpingoutofthefire [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.youtube.com/%40limpingoutofthefire] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/limpingoutofthefire/ [https://www.facebook.com/limpingoutofthefire/] * X: https://x.com/lotfshow [https://x.com/lotfshow] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limpingoutofthefire [https://www.instagram.com/limpingoutofthefire] 🎙️ ABOUT LIMPING OUT OF THE FIRE Survival isn’t just about staying alive; it’s about what you do next. Join Chris Akin and Seth Williams as they share the raw, uncensored, and surprisingly funny reality of life after catastrophic injury. From a 69% body burn survival story to navigating life as an amputee, Chris and Seth provide a roadmap for anyone walking through their own fire. 📺 WHAT WE COVER: * Survival Stories: The harrowing details of the accidents that changed everything. * The “Little Things”: Practical life-hacks and advice for navigating recovery and disability. * Medical Reality: The honest truth about surgeries, prosthetics, and the healthcare grind. * Dark Humor & Hope: Finding the laughs in the toughest situations to keep moving forward. #ChrisAkin #SethWilliams #LimpingOutOfTheFire #BurnSurvivor #Amputee #DiabetesAwareness #Survival #Resilience #OvercomingAdversity #SurvivalStories #BurnSurvivor #AmputeeLife #Resilience #LimpingOutOfTheFire #RecoveryJourney #OvercomingTrauma #LifeAfterInjury #DisabilityAwareness #SteelMillExplosion This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe [https://cmspn.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

6 Jan 2026 - 1 h 4 min
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