Talks with Dr Shafer

Shafer Stedron, MD

Reclaim your story and build your most beautiful future. Join Dr. Shafer, a physician, life coach, mother, musician and author as she shares stories of resilience, discovery, and personal growth. Explore what it means to nurture your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, heal from the past, and form genuine connections. An inspiring, and safe space for connection, where you can ask the important questions and find support. Join us each week to explore mindset, wellness, and the transformative power of storytelling.

  1. Resilient Parenting to Help Raise Resilient Kids with Dr Kate Lund

    5D AGO

    Resilient Parenting to Help Raise Resilient Kids with Dr Kate Lund

    On this informative episode, Dr Shafer sits down with Dr Kate Lund, Psychologist, TEDx Speaker, Parenting Expert and Award-Winning Author to learn more about how we can incorporate resilience and calm into parenting, even in the toughest moments. Dr Lund shares how her experience with chronic medical condition hydrocephalus impacted her life and shaped her career. The author of Bounce, Dr Kate Lund shares how her new book, Step Away, helps parents incorporate a calm and connecting approach to communicating with kids in a world that can often be overwhelming and disconnected. Parenting tips, personal anecdotes from a parenting expert and inspiration for how you can incorporate resilience into your parenting await you in today's talk on Talks with Dr Shafer.  Learn more about Dr Kate Lund on her website: https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ Get your copy of Step Away by Dr Kate Lund here:  https://a.co/d/b4bXYiBand wherever you prefer to purchase books! Follow Dr Kate Lund on socials:  @dr_kate_lund Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    50 min
  2. Join Refemme: A Movement to Help Patients with Breast Cancer Navigate Their Needs

    12/23/2025

    Join Refemme: A Movement to Help Patients with Breast Cancer Navigate Their Needs

    A breast cancer diagnosis and treatment is overwhelming. After the shock of diagnosis sinks in, new challenges arise: what do you need to help you navigate this challenging season? On this week's episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer sits down with Kelly Rovetto, Medical Device Representative with a long career helping hospitals procure the equipment needed to help recover post-diagnosis who suddenly found herself diagnosed with breast cancer and overwhelmed. Kelly knew that there must be a better way to navigate getting what patients need after diagnosis, and helping loved ones easily access a "wish list" that will help make life a little easier for their loved one with breast cancer. Refemme was born, and with it, Kelly is building more than a website to help you understand what items you may need to help you navigate chemo, surgery and more. Kelly is also working to provide a bank of helpful articles for patients to help them and their loved ones understand the process of important tasks such as getting authorization for medical devices they may need. Kelly hopes to help her community feel supported and beautiful as they navigate their breast cancer journey. Join us for an inspiring hour with the Founder of Refemme, and share with someone you love who may benefit from this wonderful resource for patients with breast cancer and those who wish to support them. Learn more about Kelly Rovetto's project Join Refemme here: https://joinrefemme.comInstagram: re.femme_ Facebook: Re-Femme LinkedIn: Kelly Rovetto TikTok: re.femme YouTube: Re-Femme Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    58 min
  3. Behavior As Communication: A Behavior Analyst Helps Us Connect with Our Kids

    12/16/2025

    Behavior As Communication: A Behavior Analyst Helps Us Connect with Our Kids

    On this week's talk with Dr Shafer, join Neurologist Dr Shafer and Special Guest Bailey Payne for a deep discussion on behavior, connecting in times of conflict and creating a safe environment to work on behavioral challenges together. Bailey Payne is a board-certified Behavior Analyst with a Master's in Clinical Psychology who has worked everywhere from CPS, to a state hospital, as an autism specialist for the Kansas Autism Waiver, a Behavioral Specialist for the May Institute of Autism, and as a Licensed Behavior Analyst serving the Bowling Green, Kentucky community. Bailey Payne is sharing her expertise with readers as the author of Behavior Breakthrough, coauthored by Jen Lill Brown, which aims to help give caregivers the tools they need to finally make those behavioral breakthroughs.Real talk, real tips for connection, and really raw vulnerability await you in this inspiring episode. Share with someone you know who is wanting to breakthrough with their child's behaviour but feeling stuck.  Listen here:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/talks-with-dr-shafer/id1723838159and where you enjoy podcasts!Thank you Bailey Payne for being a guest on the show!Learn more about Bailey Payne:  www.baileypayne.com Get a copy of Behavioral Breakthrough where you buy books!https://a.co/d/9TCdoOv Follow Bailey Payne on Socials: https://www.instagram.com/behavior_breakthrough Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved #talkswithdrshafer #behaviouralbreakthrough #behavioranalyst #podcast #author #book #baileypayne #healthandwellness

    48 min
  4. The Theory of Music: How Music Makes Us Feel

    12/09/2025

    The Theory of Music: How Music Makes Us Feel

    Ever wonder why a certain song seems to pull at your heartstrings, or teleport you back in time? Music theory helps us to understand how music can hijack our brain and tap into our deepest feelings and memories. Dr Shafer sits down with internet sensation Musician, Music Theory expert, Author (Lakeside), Artist and delightful human Brigid Kaelin for a heartwarming and eye-opening episode on music theory, life, and how looking through life with the lens of positive intent and curiosity can change everything. Thank you to Brigid Kaelin for being on the show!Connect with Brigid Kaelin here: Https://www.brigidkaelin.com And follow along with her amazing videos on social media platforms: @BrigidKaelinGet your copy of Lakeside by Brigid Kaelin here: https://www.amazon.com/Lakeside-Brigid-Kaelin/dp/195305899Xand wherever you buy books! Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    1h 9m
  5. Every Story Matters: Sticky Note Stories that Touch the Soul

    12/02/2025

    Every Story Matters: Sticky Note Stories that Touch the Soul

    Every story matters. Especially the ones scribbled on sticky notes. Matt Eicheldinger is the New York Times best-selling author of five books, with many more coming soon, including the middle Grade Matt Sprouts series (Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes, Matt Sprouts and the Day Nora Ate the Sun, Matt Sprouts and The Search for the Chompy Wompers), Sticky Notes, Holes in My Underwear: over 100 poems that will Knock Your Socks Off, and the upcoming When The Rain Came, the first book of a YA adventure trilogy. Matt created a social media movement for connecting with kids through his sticky-notes stores, with many millions of views across platforms of stories he shares from his time as a 6th grade teacher and the lessons he learned from his students. An inspiring, passion led author, Matt Eicheldinger is making the world a better and more understanding place, one story at a time. Join Dr Shafer and Matt on this week's episode of Talks with Dr Shafer for a heartwarming discussion on the importance of storytelling and of showing up for one another, inside and outside of the classroom. Thank you Matt Eicheldinger for being on the show and for so generously sharing your story with us. Learn more about Matt Eicheldinger's work and to connect here:  https://matteicheldinger.com/ Get your copies of Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes, Matt Sprouts and the Day Nora Ate the Sun, Matt Sprouts and The Search for the Chompy Wompers, Sticky Notes, and Holes in My Underwear: over 100 poems that will Knock Your Socks Off  wherever books are sold! Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Follow Matt Eicheldinger on social media for many more inspiring stories. Matt is making the internet a more positive place, one story at a time! Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    49 min
  6. Death Row Investigator: A Journalist's Quest to Share the Untold Stories of Death Row Inmates 

    11/25/2025

    Death Row Investigator: A Journalist's Quest to Share the Untold Stories of Death Row Inmates 

    Sit down with us for a talk that may just change your mind on concepts such as justice, loss and grief. Dr. Shafer Stedron speaks with Sophia Laurenzi, a journalist and former Death Row Investigator about her journey through grief after the loss of her father to suicide, and how her work on Death Row inspired her upcoming memoir. Sophia shares how she transitioned from a career in criminal justice to writing, the complexities of processing grief, and the importance of empathy in understanding both personal and societal issues. Sophia shares her insights on the nuances of suicide prevention and the need for an increasingly compassionate approach to mental health advocacy. Join us as we discuss how love and relationships never truly die, but continue to evolve after we lose someone we cared for, and how Sophia's relationship to her grief and her father have changed since his death.  Content Warning: This episode discusses Suicide, Mental Health, Death Row, and The Death Penalty.  If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline Support Group is here. Please get the help you need. The world is better with you in it.  We want to thank Sophia Laurenzi for being on the show and for so generously sharing her story with us.  Learn more about Sophia Laurenzi's work and to connect here:  https://www.sophialaurenzi.com/.  ⁠Website⁠  Subscribe to Sophia Laurenzi's Substack, Surface Level: https://sophialaurenzi.substack.com/.   ⁠Substack⁠ Follow Sophia Laurenzi on ⁠Instagram⁠ Resources shared by Sophia Laurenzi: SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices for Education)AFSPThe Trevor ProjectThe Dinner Party  Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    48 min
  7. October's Child: A Year-long Effort to Bring Joy to Kids in Need Each October

    11/18/2025

    October's Child: A Year-long Effort to Bring Joy to Kids in Need Each October

    Halloween 2025 has passed, and was it ever so much fun! What if you could donate your Halloween costumes and decor to a charity that has been around for almost a decade to help make sure Halloween 2026 is the best Halloween ever for families in need? This week on Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer sits down with the founder of October's Child, Christophe Waggoner, to learn about how his desire to make sure that children in need had a costume to celebrate the holiday in has transformed his community in Austin, Texas over the last 9 Halloweens. A lesson in love, community building and service, Christophe shares the story behind October's Child, which has captured the attention of the nation with features in People, CBS Saturday Morning, The Washington Post and more. Learn how you can get involved from near or far to make the 10th anniversary of October's Child on September 26, 2026 in Austin, Texas the biggest and best Halloween Costume giveaway yet! Learn more about October's Child and how you can volunteer, donate, and share their mission here:  www.octoberschild.com and on Instagram at @octobers_child_costumes Do you have costumes or services to donate? Let Christophe know! Comment on our social media, on the October's Child website and on instagram. It takes a village to make Halloween special for every child and family!  Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    1h 2m
  8. The Holocaust Across Generations: One Son's Journey to Bring Survivor Stories to Light

    11/11/2025

    The Holocaust Across Generations: One Son's Journey to Bring Survivor Stories to Light

    The Holocaust Across Generations: One Son's Journey to Bring Survivor Stories to Light Dr Shafer sits down with Willie Handler, Canadian Author known for his humor-filled works of fiction including Loved Mars Hated the Food, The Road Ahead and Deep Into The Weeds, whose writing turned biographical during the COVID 19 Pandemic, culminating in his memoir, Out from the Shadows: Growing Up with Holocaust Survivor Parents. When faced with a desire to know more about his family, Willie uncovered decades-old secrets of his family, including a sibling he never knew existed who was tragically killed in the Holocaust. The son of two Holocaust survivors, Willie Handler shares his story of familial trauma, growing up in the shadow of the Holocaust's tragedies, and how he is working to help others share their family's stories as well. Willie discusses his new book, healing through storytelling, and how he aims to break the cycle of passing on trauma within his family system.  Trigger warning: Trauma, homicide, suicidal ideation and the Holocaust are discussed in this week's episode Thank you Willie Handler for being on the show and for so generously sharing your story with us.  Learn more about Willie Handler's work and to connect here: www.williehandler.com Subscribing to Willie Handler's Substack for access to his newsletter and to stay up to date with upcoming events and book releases: https://williehandler.substack.com/publish/home Get your copy of Out of the Shadows: Growing Up with Holocaust Survivor Parents by Willie Handler wherever books are sold! https://williehandler.com/books-by-willie-handler/ Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/⁠⁠ To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice. Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2025. All Rights Reserved

    47 min
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Reclaim your story and build your most beautiful future. Join Dr. Shafer, a physician, life coach, mother, musician and author as she shares stories of resilience, discovery, and personal growth. Explore what it means to nurture your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, heal from the past, and form genuine connections. An inspiring, and safe space for connection, where you can ask the important questions and find support. Join us each week to explore mindset, wellness, and the transformative power of storytelling.

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  • Creator
    Shafer Stedron, MD
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Shafer Stedron, MD
  • Show Website
    Talks with Dr Shafer