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The Bull Didn't Break Me.

Ep. 267
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From the rodeo arena to rebuilding his entire world, this episode of Proper True Yarn is a raw and powerful story of resilience.

Sammy shares the New Year’s Eve that changed everything — a bull left him with a broken back and doctors told him he’d never walk again. But instead of giving up, he proved them wrong with pure heart and hard work.

From hitting the road in a caravan to launching his own fencing business and even jumping into wheelchair rugby, Sammy’s yarn is one of grit, mindset, and refusing to stay down.

It’s honest, it’s inspiring, and it’s full of the humour and heart that makes a true yarn worth telling.

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