Inside the Mind of a Doctor-Philanthropist | Dr. Stephen Shaya's Story with Rabbi Shais Taub
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In this powerful episode of the SoulWords Podcast, Rabbi Shais Taub sits down with Dr. Stephen Shaya, a Chaldean physician, visionary, and philanthropist from Detroit. Dr. Shaya shares his remarkable story, from his family's ancient roots in Iraq's Mesopotamian heritage, to his global work in healthcare innovation and humanitarian outreach, and his first visit to the Rebbe's Ohel that deeply moved him. Together, Rabbi Taub and Dr. Shaya explore the intersection of faith, science, and purpose - discussing how the Rebbe's teachings inspire people of all backgrounds to bring light, compassion, and healing into the world. 🙏 Special thanks to our sponsor, The Rebbe's Choice, purveyors of fine Jewish cuisine. Visit https://therebbeschoice.com or find them in your local grocery's Jewish section! Stephen's Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-shaya-m-d-a1a13357 https://www.instagram.com/doctorswami https://www.facebook.com/StephenShayaMD/ Akkad: https://www.facebook.com/AkkadHoldings https://www.linkedin.com/company/akkad-holdings-llc https://www.instagram.com/akkad_holdingsf Timestamp 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Stephen Shaya: Doctor, Philanthropist, and Leader 02:18 Reflections on Visiting the Ohel (The Rebbe's Resting Place) and the Goal of Tikkun Olam 04:45 Dr. Shaya's Background and Connection to the Lubavitch Community in Detroit 07:19 Maximizing Impact: Highest Levels of Charity and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurism 08:53 Reconciling the Material and the Spiritual: Harmonizing Soul and Body 12:41 The Rebbe's Vision for Uniting People of All Faiths 15:44 Providential Connection: Dr. Shaya's Family in Iraq and a Jewish Family at the Western Wall 20:34 New Healthcare Vertical: Making Care Affordable and Accessible Globally 22:19 Family Inspiration: His Grandmother the Midwife and Father the Giver 27:59 Advice for Philanthropists: Treat Giving Like Business (The "Iron Sharpens Iron" Principle) 31:09 Responsibility to Future Generations and Pushing the Envelope 33:59 The Need for In-Person Connection vs. Technology 41:38 Sports: Chicago vs. Detroit and the Power of Shared Interests #FaithAndHealing #JewishPodcast #Rebbe #Chabad #Spirituality #Leadership #Philanthropy #FaithAndScience ------ *For more classes from Rabbi Shais Taub:* 🌐 *Website:* https://www.soulwords.org/ *Follow Rabbi Shais Taub:* 📸 *Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/rabbi_shais_taub 🎥 *TikTok:* https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbi_shais_taub 🐦 *X (Twitter):* https://www.x.com/ShaisTaub 📘 *Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573478244968 💼 *LinkedIn:* https://www.linkedin.com/in/shais-taub-81a95466/ 🎧 *Listen to the SoulWords Podcast:* 🎵 *Spotify:* https://open.spotify.com/show/51E7XHWFDbZCGJQz7CoAZP 🍏 *Apple Podcasts:* https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulwords-full-library/id1450892501 *Support Our Work:* 💳 *Donate:* https://www.soulwords.org/donate/ 💰 *PayPal:* https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/soulwordspayments 💵 *CashApp:* https://cash.app/$soulwords 🪙 *Venmo:* https://venmo.com/u/soulwords *About SoulWords:* SoulWords is a virtual community hosted by Rabbi Shais Taub, where people come together to explore the spiritual insights of Torah and discover their unique purpose. This platform is here to facilitate your spiritual growth by sharing the mystical teachings of Judaism in contemporary language—making deep wisdom accessible and relevant to your life.
