Survivor Science
Will Schmierer
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Stroke recovery is brutal. It takes discipline, obsession, and endless hours of work. I’m Will Schmierer, a stroke survivor living with MS, and I’ve spent thousands of hours studying, testing, and living recovery. Not because I wanted to. Because I had to.
Through Survivor Science, I share what I’ve learned through blood, sweat, and research. We dive into conversations with survivors and experts who’ve done the work. No shortcuts. No miracle cures. Just real science and strategies that drive recovery forward.
Not because I wanted to master recovery. Because I had to. Let’s dig in.
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S1E77 77. Stroke Recovery and Finding Strength: A Conversation with Jan Burl
Send a textIn episode 77 of Survivor Science, I sit down with stroke survivor, author, and coach Jan Burl to talk about her incredible journey of resilience and recovery. Jan shares her powerful…
S1E76 76. Podcasting After Stroke: Sharing Stories and Building Community
Send a textIn episode 76 of the Survivor Science podcast, I dig into one of the most common questions I hear from stroke survivors: how do you start a podcast or livestream to share your journey?…
S1E75 75. Stroke Survivor Insights: What We Wish You Knew
Send a textIn episode 75 of the Survivor Science podcast, I dive into the realities of life after stroke and what we as survivors wish others understood. From the invisible challenges like fatigue…
S1E74 74. Stroke Recovery and Responsibility: Survivor Science Soundbite
Send a textWelcome to 2025 and the first episode of the year! In this episode, I’m diving into the themes of responsibility and mindset in stroke recovery, inspired by Bill Gasiamis’s book, Stroke:…
S1E73 73. Survivor Science Soundbite: Closing 2024 – A Year for Stroke Survivors
Send a textAs 2024 wraps up, Survivor Science reflects on a year of significant growth and evolution. The rebranding from The Lovable Survivor Podcast to Survivor Science was a key milestone,…
S1E72 72. Soundbite: Stroke Recovery Reflections: Five Years, Lessons, and the Holiday Crunch
Send a textIn this week's Survivor Science Soundbite, recorded on the Monday before Christmas, I reflect on five transformative years since my stroke on December 22, 2019. From navigating the early…
S1E71 71. Stroke Survivor Rachel Abbasi: From Sobriety to Navigating Invisible Disabilities and Building Recovery Daily
Send a textIn this episode of Survivor Science, Rachel Abbasi, host of the Recovery Daily Podcast, shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey through sobriety, stroke recovery, and life with an…
S1E70 70. Survivor Science Soundbite: Building a Relentless Mindset for Stroke Recovery
Send a textIn this episode, we dive into Relentless by Tim Grover, a powerful book on the mindset of high performers like Kobe Bryant and Dwayne Wade, and connect its lessons to stroke recovery.…
S1E69 69. Survivor Science Soundbite: Stroke Recovery Grinding Through Recovery with Purpose
Send a textIn this Soundbite, I’m wrapping up the week by diving deeper into the grind of recovery. From running to discipline to the power of showing rather than just telling, this episode focuses…
S1E68 68. Survivor Science Soundbite: Recovery is a Grind, Building Discipline and Community
Send a textIn this episode of Survivor Science Soundbites, I reflect on the realities of recovery from stroke and MS, sharing my personal journey and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Recovery…
S1E67 67. Survivor Science Soundbites: Wrapping Up the Ego Paradox in Stroke Recovery
Send a textThis episode wraps up our week exploring the ego paradox and how it impacts stroke recovery. Ego is tricky—it can push us to make great progress, but it can also hold us back when we get…
S1E66 66. Stroke Survivor and Advocate – Jason "LionHeart" Lopes' Journey of Resilience
Send a textIn this inaugural episode of Survivor Science—formerly The Lovable Survivor Podcast—I sit down with Jason "LionHeart" Lopes, a media coordinator for MMA organizations and an advocate for…
S1E65 65. Survivor Science Soundbites: The Ego Paradox in Stroke Recovery
Send a textIn this week’s Survivor Science Soundbite #7, I dive into the "ego paradox" and how it impacts stroke recovery. Ego can be a powerful tool, fueling persistence and helping us push through…
S1E64 64. Survivor Science Soundbites: Gratitude, Growth, and Lessons from Athletes in Stroke Recovery
Send a textIn this pre-Thanksgiving episode, I reflect on the ups and downs of the recovery journey and why gratitude plays such an important role. From sharing personal updates about life as a…
S1E63 63. Survivor Science Soundbites: Fueling Recovery Insights from Good Energy for Stroke Survivors
Send a textIn this week’s Survivor Science Soundbite #5, I delve into Good Energy by Casey and Callie Means. This holistic guide to health and wellness offers valuable insights for stroke survivors,…
S1E62 62. Natural Recovery Breakthroughs: Keith Ellis Bridges Stroke and Long COVID Science
Send a textIn this episode of The Lovable Survivor Podcast, I sit down with Keith Ellis, a medicinal chemist, associate professor, and founder of Science-Driven Supplements. With his extensive…
S1E61 61. Survivor Science Soundbites: Wrapping Up the Week on Curiosity and Stroke Recovery
Send a textIn this Survivor Science Soundbite, I’m wrapping up the week with reflections on curiosity and its role in stroke recovery. As the host and writer, I’ve spent the week exploring how…
S1E60 60. Survivor Science Soundbites: Curiosity in Recovery: The Questions That Drive Us
Send a textIn Survivor Science Soundbite #3, I’m diving into something that’s been on my mind all weekend—curiosity. For me, curiosity might be the most powerful driver in my stroke recovery, pushing…
S1E59 59. Survivor Science Soundbites: Recapping Psychedelics in Stroke Recovery
Send a textIn this Survivor Science Soundbite, I’m following up on our discussion from Episode 1 about psychedelics and their potential role in stroke recovery. Earlier this week, we explored the…
S1E58 58. Stroke Survivor & Content Creator Bill Gasiamis on Resilience, Recovery, and Personal Growth
Send a textIn this episode of The Lovable Survivor Podcast, I’m excited to sit down with Bill Gasiamis, stroke survivor and creator of the Recovery After Stroke podcast and YouTube channel. We dive…
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