Slice of Piefer takes you beyond the operating room to show that surgeons are real people with stories, quirks, and laughs of their own. Hosted by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jason Piefer, this fun and insightful podcast serves up a mix of candid conversations, behind-the-scenes stories from the medical world, and lighthearted takes on life, work, and everything in between. Whether you’re in scrubs or just curious about what makes surgeons tick, pull up a chair and grab a slice—this is medicine with a human side.
Extreme Sports, Gut Health, & Teaching Kids Grit | Slice of Piefer Ep. 056
From the high-stakes endurance of marathons and the infamous Hyrox race incident to the psychology of youth sports and teaching children grit, Dr. Jason Pyfer and Taylar are diving deep into the world of extreme athletics. Why do we push our bodies to the absolute limit, and where do you draw the line between mental toughness and sheer recklessness?
In this episode, we discuss:
The physiological reality of endurance racing and splanchnic ischemia
High-level athletic mental blocks, the "yips," and the twisties
The hidden costs of overtraining young athletes in year-round sports
Teaching kids resilience, discipline, and the value of finishing what you start
Why the real work happens when nobody is watching
13 Oct 2026
Friday Night Lights, Texas Football, & High School Memories | Slice of Piefer Ep. 055
It's football season in Texas! In this episode of Slice of Piefer, Dr. Piefer and Taylar dive into the nostalgia and energy of Friday Night Lights. From small-town high school football memories and legendary state championship runs to college traditions at Texas A&M and Drew Brees, they share how football shaped their lives, work ethic, and love for teamwork.
In this episode, we discuss:
High school football memories and small-town team spirit
Dr. Piefer’s freshman femur fracture and how it shaped his path to orthopedics
Winning the Texas state championship with Westlake High School
Taylar’s days as a high school cheerleader and matching 76 backhandsprings
College football culture, the 12th Man at Texas A&M, and game day traditions
5 Oct 2026
Living Rent-Free in Your Head: Overcoming Criticism & Staying Present | Slice of Piefer Ep. 054
How do you stop letting negative comments, critics, or difficult situations consume your mental space? In this episode of Slice of Piefer, Dr. Piefer and Taylar explore what it means to let people live "rent-free" in your mind—and why learning to clear out that mental noise is essential for being present at work, in surgery, and with your family.
In this episode, we discuss:
What it really means when someone lives "rent-free" in your head
Handling negative criticism, haters, and online comments
Maintaining hyper-focus and a "flow state" in high-pressure environments like the operating room
The importance of leaving work at work to be fully present with your family
Making hard decisions with the core purpose of "willing the good" for others
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