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| 203 - The night her family was held hostage | Fallon Farinacci | 07 Apr 2025 | 01:09:44 | |
In this gripping and emotional episode, the guest recounts a harrowing story of her family's encounter with a relentless stalker in their small, tight-knit Metis community. From the initial threats and police negligence to the tragic night her mother and father were murdered, she bravely shares the impact on her and her family. She also reflects on the community's support, her journey through grief, and her ongoing advocacy work to bring attention to the injustices faced by Indigenous people. This episode is a profound tale of resilience, courage, and the importance of community in healing from trauma. For more on Fallon Farinacci: www.fallonfarinacci.com Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: Shop Here Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉 https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/ 10% off Neurogum made with sustainably-sourced natural caffeine, L-theanine, as well as vitamins B6 and B12, which have been scientifically shown to boost attention and enhance focus. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: Shop HereAll links to everything DEAD Talks DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh. Follow DEAD Talks Podcast on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok + more | |||
| 202 - The Pain of Watching a Parent Die | Grant Magdanz’s | 31 Mar 2025 | 01:06:03 | |
In this powerful episode of DEAD Talks, host David Ferrugio sits down with Grant Magdanz to explore the raw reality of losing a parent. Grant shares his deeply personal journey of grief after his father’s leukemia battle, the emotional weight of anticipatory grief, and how he finds meaning in life after loss. Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5 to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features: Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉 https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/ 10% off Neurogum made with sustainably-sourced natural caffeine, L-theanine, as well as vitamins B6 and B12, which have been scientifically shown to boost attention and enhance focus: https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30 All links to everything DEAD Talks: DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh. Follow DEAD Talks Podcast on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok + more | |||
| 193 - From Loss to Mediumship | Charlotte Helliker | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:50:20 | |
Charlotte Helliker shares her journey through profound loss and how it led to discovering her mediumship abilities. She opens up about connecting with loved ones on the other side and the powerful messages she’s received. This episode dives into grief, addiction, spirituality, and the healing power of the unseen.
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh.
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| 103 - Doing the inner work & Living with intention | Cameron Rosin | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:44:11 | |
If you're looking for a deep introspective look on how to live with intention, how we speak to ourselves, and to do the inner work on how to begin to heal, then this is the episode for you. RN, Plant-Med Educator and host of This Might Be Helpful Podcast, Cameron Rosin joins DEAD Talks offering ways we can unlearn and establish healthy relationships with living. Cameron is promotes incredible support and motivation across social media that often includes INNER work. He offers philosophical perspectives and practical methods including meditation and how we speak to ourselves. All of which apply to how we heal with a focus on our mentality on how we can handle trauma, grief and obstacles in life. Follow Cameron on Instagram or learn more on him from his website. For more on DEAD Talks check us out at @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 102 - Life, Death and 9/11 | Neil deGrasse Tyson | 21 Apr 2023 | 00:56:43 | |
American astrophysicist, author, and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson was only four blocks away from the World Trade Center on September 11th. He joins DEAD Talks Podcast to share how that day shaped his life forever as well as his perspectives on life and death. Neil explains how death is motivating factor in his life, how death sits from a cosmic perspective and looking at it all from the perspective of an astrophysicist. To check out Neil deGrasse Tyson's books please visit his website here. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 101 - Fatal crash killed five in his family | Mason Sawyer | 14 Apr 2023 | 00:52:36 | |
His life was shattered as his family was involved in a fatal car accident that took the lives of his brother Race Sawyer, his nephew Rider Sawyer, his wife Kortni, his son Riggins, and his daughter Franki. The accident occurred on July 25, 2021. Mason has now become solely focused on raising his son, Blue, who survived the car accident. His incredibly traumatic story comes with his grief journey of healing and continuing his life forward. Mason Sawyer is the host of The10Ninety Podcast. He's found peace in this loss through talking, sharing his story and helping others. For more on this guest visit his instagram @masonsawyer91 Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 100 - The Dead Dad Club | Max Berlin | 07 Apr 2023 | 00:29:40 | |
Max lost his father when he was 19 and had to watch his father wither away to cancer. At a a young age learning to grieve while also learning to figure out who he was as a man made for a complex range of emotions. DEAD Talks Podcast 100th episode is a story of honest self reflection tagged with the raw emotions that come with Grief and Loss. Recorded in Manhattan between two old friends who acknowledge the common bond of both being in "The Club" of having lost a father. For more on DEAD Talks Podcast guest Max Berlin visit @liketh3city Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 99 - Losing a parent young | Alysen James | 31 Mar 2023 | 00:42:10 | |
For anyone that has lost a loved one when they were young or has a child dealing with Grief at a young age. Alysen James lost her father when was 10 years old. On this episode of DEAD Talks she brings us back to the memory of finding out her father died and how she has forgotten a lot due to the trauma while being so young. She reflects as an adult the Grief Process and contemplating how it's affected her today. Why she feels like she feels and what how her grief has evolved. Follow Alysen @alysenjames on Instagram and her music on Spotify. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 98 - Different types of Grief: Human Loss & Pet Loss | Caitlin O’Connor | 24 Mar 2023 | 00:49:37 | |
Actress and TV Host, Caitlin O’Connor, jumps on DEAD Talks to discuss the various types of grief and loss. For the first time on the podcast we discuss both the grief of human loss as well as the emotions attached to pet loss. She shares her grief process after losing her Grandparents that she grew up and lived with as well the death of her dog that she had to grieve. Whether pet loss or losing a loved one; Caitlin speaks elegantly with deep introspection on her emotions and philosophy of living her life knowing tomorrow isn't promised.
For more on Caitlin O'Conner follow her on Instagram @caitlin_oconner
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 97 - What comes from surviving Grief | Rowlan | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:37:50 | |
Hip Hop Artist, Rowlan, lost his best friend suddenly in late 2022 and he was the one that found him dead. Burdened with the responsibility to make calls to his family he shares his recent grief process of coping with the trauma of seeing his best friend die and all the feelings of grief and loss that come with it. He used his creativity with music to cope and has been able to go completely introspective with his grief process and what he got out of surviving grief. For more on Rowlan follow him @rowlan on Instagram and on Spotify to listen to his music.
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Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 96 - Everything changed after her sister died | Christal Luster | 10 Mar 2023 | 00:45:47 | |
Everything changed when Christal Luster lost her sister tragically. She shares the story of losing the person who gave her meaning and her grief journey on how she coped. Christal also lost a lot of other people in her life. Her honesty around her stages of grief, her emotions and how she felt is well balanced with practical ways on how you can grieve and heal. Christal Luster is a Chicago-based singer/songwriter, actress, published author, speaker and entrepreneur.
For more on Christal visit her website at: www.christalluster.com
Check out a beautiful song she made in honor of her sister on Spotify called "Gone"
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 95 - War, Life, Death and a Navy Seal | Eddie Gallagher | 03 Mar 2023 | 00:40:19 | |
For nearly twenty years, Eddie served as a Navy Corpsman, Marine Scout Sniper and Navy SEAL. Eight overseas combat deployments, two Bronze Stars and one Navy Achievement Medal, both with “V” for Valor. We tap into the mind of a war veteran who has taken lives and seen a lot of death. We cover coping mechanisms regarding grief and war, the mind-state of seeing so much death and loss and the after effects. For more on Eddie Gallagher visit www.theeddiegallagher.com @eddie_gallagher on Instagram Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 94 - Widow chooses joy while dealing with Grief | Whitney Lyn | 24 Feb 2023 | 00:45:24 | |
Young widow chooses to live through joy after her husband had an anoxic brain injury after he had a rare and severe reaction to a bee sting which took his life. Whitney Lyn lost her husband tragically and shares her grief journey through widowhood and a mother. They had a back and forth battle of hope as he fought for his life before he passed. Whitney shares her grief process and how she believes it's a choice to continue life after her husband died. The challenges of raising a child, having difficult conversations and she's learned to find peace and some comfort in loss. She recently wrote a new book called "Running in Trauma Stilettos: A Raw Glimpse at Grief and Life After Loss." For more on our guest follow her @whitneylynallen Purchase her new book here.
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Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 192 - LAPD Detective: Cases of Death | Moses Castillo | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:58:45 | |
Retired LAPD Detective Moses Castillo shares his poignant experiences from a challenging 30-year career, focusing on investigating heinous sex crimes, child abuse, and homicides. Castillo delves into the complexities of dealing with missing persons cases, particularly the emotional toll and uncertainty families face. He recounts the haunting experiences of post-9/11 peer support for law enforcement and first responders, highlighting the poignant moments and the human spirit's resilience amidst tragedy. Castillo also discusses the profound impact of certain cases, like the heartbreaking story of a three-year-old named Ruby, and ties in his reflections on faith, survivor's guilt, and the importance of finding light even in the darkest moments. This episode is an exploration of the human capacity for empathy, perseverance, and the quest for meaning in the face of profound loss and trauma.
For more on Moses Castillo: https://detectivemoses.com/
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh.
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| 93 - Humor is a tool for Grieving: Alzheimer’s Disease | Jessimae Peluso | 17 Feb 2023 | 01:09:17 | |
Stand-up comic & Alzheimers advocate uses humor as a tool for Grieving. Jessimae Peluso, shares her grief journey losing her father who had Alzheimer's. She talks about the burden of being a caregiver, her grief process and bring awareness to Alzheimer's that she learned from her experience. This conversation was filled with incredible humor bringing much needed levity to a real conversation and it was an absolute blast having her on the show. Check out her podcast "Sharp Tongue Podcast" where she brings comedy and loss to light. Follow her on Instagram @jessimaepeluso Visit www.jessimae.com to see her live stand-up performances Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 92 - She ’died’ and chose to come back | Amber Cavanagh | 10 Feb 2023 | 01:02:51 | |
She had a massive stroke, closed her eyes and opened them on the other side. Amber Cavanagh shares as she's always had gifts connecting to the other side but this time she went there. We explore this near-death experience with an open mind in that this is her personal experience. She came back with lessons on why we are here on earth and what she believes is our purpose. Amber explains what she felt was her soul leaving her body and goes into her entire near-death experience and her perspectives on life and death. Check out Amber's TikTok or Instagram for more stories. Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 91 - Paranormal experiences and death | Debbie Sath | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:48:40 | |
Her family migrated from Cambodia to Australia after surviving the Cambodian genocide. Actress and model, Debbie Sath, shares the loss of her Grandpa and a dream that she had which sparked her to find her faith after not believing in God. She found comfort in this grief and loss by trusting her own experiences. Debbie discusses her Cambodian cultural upbringing on how they perceive the afterlife and reincarnation. This diverse conversation from reincarnation philosophy, open belief systems, guardian angels, and her process of grief and loss was an absolute blast of a chat! For more on Debbie Sath: @debbiesath Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 90 - She saw heaven and hell | Kathy McDaniel | 27 Jan 2023 | 00:54:02 | |
An incredible near-death experience where Kathy McDaniel was placed on a ventilator for lung failure caused by a virulent flu in 1999 and fought for her life in a drug-induced coma for three weeks. During this time, she found herself in an inexplicably dangerous, foreign realm which she explains was hell and eventually lead to experience heaven. Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 89 - Overcoming loss and addiction | Gary Gold | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:59:32 | |
His mother died at a young age which preceded a long road of drug addiction that he learned to overcome. Gary Gold’s story of grief and loss as a teenager after the death of his mother is a wild ride. He overcame darkness in his life described with inspiration and humor to make this a fun and insightful conversation. Gary Gold is an internationally recognized Real Estate agent known for selling the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles. If you're considering therapy go check out our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. For more on Gary Gold visit www.soldbygold.net Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 88 - Moving forward with grief | Christina Flach | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:47:48 | |
Christina Flach processes her grief journey sharing how she moved forward with her grief with purpose understanding how her husband who died would want her to live. Christina is a celebrity makeup and hair artist who was married to professional tennis player Ken Flach up to his death after a brief bout of sepsis in 2018. She has been a ray of positivity and an impressive model for living with grief and how to grow with it. Today she continues to raise public awareness of the danger of sepsis, and has partnered with Sepsis Alliance to produce awareness campaigns highlighting Ken’s story. For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Follow Christina Flach on Instagram @christinaflachmakeup Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 87 - Facing grief for the first time | Hospice Nurse Julie | 06 Jan 2023 | 00:50:09 | |
Hospice Nurse Julie joins DEAD Talks for the second time to share more personal stories of loss in her life. She remembers the death her best friend that she lost as a teenager and how she coped with grief and loss. Hospice Nurse Julie explains her methods, realizations and story of personal growth from death in her life. Julie is a sensation on social media sharing her experiences and educating about Hospice Care and we get great look into it all in this episode of DEAD Talks. Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Watch full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TMYF0Q6b4Lo Follow Hospice Nurse Julie on YouTube, TikTok & Instagram Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 86 - Simple truths for going easier on yourself | Humble The Poet | 30 Dec 2022 | 01:04:42 | |
Simple truths for going easier on yourself with best-selling author Humble The Poet who is a former school teacher turned creative. He's authored several books including the newest How To Be Love(d) that we incorporate in this discussion. We sat down and discussed practical ways that we handle the challenges in our life including grief and loss or any loss of relationships in our life. This man is incredibly wise having learned from his own mistakes and now leads a life to helping others navigate theres through his words and more. To purchase his newest book visit his website: www.humblethepoet.com Check out @humblethepoet on YouTube and @humblethepoet on Instagram. Click here for 10% off your first month of Therapy with BetterHelp Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 85 - Discussing death in Iran | Elica Le Bon | 23 Dec 2022 | 00:42:58 | |
Elica Le Bon joins us in discussing death in Iran and how the death of Mahsa Amini sparked a movement in Iran. Elica is a defense attorney and activist for the last 10 years. She shares her families history in Iran and educates us on what is currently happening in that part of the world. We tap into the desensitizing of death in the country of Iran, her efforts to save the lives of Iranian people, its current landscape and more personal discussions of how her own family has suffered. Although this is a powerful discussion with graphic discussions that may be triggering it is very honest and down to earth between two very sarcastic humans trying to lighten the mood the best we can. For more on Elica Le Bon and her work click here. Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/deadtalks for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 84 - Opening up about loss | Brendan Schaub | 16 Dec 2022 | 00:42:15 | |
We see a different side of stand-up comedian, former pro MMA fighter and podcast host, Brendan Schaub. He shares stories and perspectives on life and death including him a vivid story helping save a couple children from a violent car crash with an 18 wheeler, the loss of his Grandmother and how a decision he made altered his relationship with his family and life as a father. This incredibly entertaining and insightful episode was a blast to dig into the brain of this extremely generous dude. Save 10% on your first month of therapy with BetterHelp visit: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks
Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/zq5AqqEcGuQ Check out these links for more on Brendan Schaub: The Fighter and the Kid Podcast
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 191 - Stories of JFK, Pablo Escobar & The Mafia | Gianni Russo | 13 Jan 2025 | 01:11:45 | |
In this explosive episode of the DEAD Talks Podcast, Gianni Russo—best known for his role as Carlo in The Godfather—shares jaw-dropping stories from his unbelievable life. From killing Pablo Escobar’s right-hand man in self-defense to surviving polio and becoming a trusted confidant of mafia bosses, Gianni’s tales include encounters with Marilyn Monroe, JFK, and even Pablo Escobar himself.
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh.
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| 83 - Getting a final goodbye | Kevin Crowe | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:40:13 | |
'Give A Mile' is a nonprofit that gives the gift of a final goodbye by providing flights for loved ones to be together during times of palliative or critical illness. Founder, Kevin Crowe, experienced the power of a final goodbye during the passing of his good friend, Ryan Westerman. In Ryan’s final days, both he and his close family and friends were at peace knowing nothing had been left unsaid and wished that more end of life experiences could unfold this way for more people. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/h_VeUiiR6cU @giveamile on Instagram Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 82 - When someone you love just died | Nicole Adamo | 02 Dec 2022 | 00:56:31 | |
She just recently lost someone who was like a father to her. Nicole Adamo joins the conversation freshly grieving to express how she's navigating the waters of grief after losing her Grandfather. With courage and honesty we get a powerful look into the mind of someone who is still processing that she lost one of the most important people in her life. Nicole is a co-host with Shade 45 and Sports & Marketing agent. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks
Check out Nicole on Instagram @nickilishious Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/p5gj4f2J54I Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify and more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 81- Living motivated in life | Brandon Schram | 25 Nov 2022 | 00:53:55 | |
Trainer too many high-profile clients and celebrities, Brandon Schram (B.Motiv8ed), shares his experiences of loss and overcoming obstacles in his life. This profound and entertaining episode covers a wide range of stories from losing his teenage friend at the age of 17, another to an overdose and more through an honest dialogue about how he's grieved, lived a more present life and more. Brandon has admirably dedicated his life to motivating people via his physical training as well as his motivational speaking. After this badass conversation you might just come away with a beautiful new perspective on how to enrich our lives. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks For more on Brandon Schram follow him on Instagram @B.motiv8ed
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 80 - The end of life | Dr. Shoshana | 18 Nov 2022 | 00:35:48 | |
Rethinking the end of life with Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, who is a practicing internal medicine physician, host of the TED Health Podcast, founder of End Well, science advocate and a leading voice in healthcare. We speak about transforming how the world thinks about, talks about, and plans for the end of life and how people die as it relates to the medical world and its patients. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks For more on Dr. Shoshana please visit her website: www.shoshanaungerleider.com and her non-profit www.endwellproject.org Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 79 - Timely Forgiveness | Mona Shaikh | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:54:32 | |
Mona was abused by her father and learned to forgive him just before his death. She had an intuitive feeling that the last time she saw him that it would be the last time. Mona Shaikh is a stand-up comedian, host and producer of Minority Reportz and shows her knack for entertaining in this episode. Full of her grief journey, forgiveness and life lessons mixed with plenty of laughs to make this a really fun and deep conversation. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks Watch this episode on YouTube Follow Mona on Instagram @monascomedy Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 78 - The end of life for his parents | Roger Perry | 04 Nov 2022 | 00:43:38 | |
The end of life for his parents with LA Luxury Real Estate, Roger Perry. He had to take the role as a caregiver for his mother who was a stroke survivor and then paralyzed for 6 years before she died. He shares the difficulties of being a caregiver to his mother for those 6 years leading up to her death and then the death of his step-father 5 months later. Roger shares this story of grief and loss entangled with abuse he suffered, his journey with therapy and how he’s changed his life. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 77 - Financially prepare for death | Jeremy Schneider | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:34:56 | |
Financially prepare for death so you have everything in order. We're joined with Jeremy Schneider with Personal Finance Club who offers daily money and investing tips and in this episode we focus on planning for death. He explains simple specifics to focus on so you can keep everything organized for the people in our lives we leave behind. This episode is a bit of a different filled with great lessons and a new take on grief and loss in regards to preparing for our demise for the people we leave behind. Save 10% on your first month with our Sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/deadtalks Watch full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfO7wRW9Cck Follow @Personal Finance Club for great content on money + more. Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 76 - The Fortune of Misfortune | Rodney Norman | 21 Oct 2022 | 00:38:58 | |
Social media sensation, comedian and philosopher, Rodney Norman joins DEAD Talks to share his perspectives on life and death. He has had a life of significant loss including his own child. His brilliant perspectives on finding the fortune in misfortune sheds a light at the end of the tunnel for any one going through trauma. Go find him on social media for a hilarious takes on life filled with applicable insights and philosophical perspectives.
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 75 - Losing a dear friend | Justin Martindale | 14 Oct 2022 | 00:49:21 | |
Loss of a dear friend suddenly with comedian/writer & podcast host of 'Just Sayin' podcast, Justin Martindale. With the perfect touch of entertainment, raw emotions and beautifully honest perspective of grief and loss, Justin, shares the story of losing a good friend in 2021. With the challenges of Covid and living in isolation he had to navigate the trauma of grief and goes through the effects of that. Justin Martindale is a hilarious comedian and writer of the new show Huluween Dragstravaganza on Hulu that you can stream now.
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Listen to 'Just Sayin' podcast with Justin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-sayin-with-justin-martindale/id1612725859 Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. www.deadtalks.net
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 74 - Losing a mother young | Airick G | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:41:02 | |
Airick G lost his mother when he was only 20 years old to scleroderma. She was often sick and so he had to cope with seeing her battle until it took a turn for the worst. As a singer/songwriter, Airick, channels his experience through his music and art. He explains how he feels he hasn't fully grieved yet and has yet to accept the death of his mother. It was an interesting conversation to hear such a young man cope with grief and loss as well as the beauty of releasing through music. Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H5lwCmzz5EU Follow Airick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/airickgeee/?hl=en Listen to Airick on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5lGNIGydODPbOUgNiaDkdL
Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 190 - Becoming a mother without a mother | Kat Timpf | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:55:10 | |
TV personality Kat Timpf coming on the show to about her personal journey through grief after losing her mother to a rare disease. Kat opens up about the misconceptions of death portrayed in the media, the comfort (or lack thereof) of religious beliefs, and the therapeutic power of humor. They dive into the profound impact of grief, societal attitudes towards death, and how humor can be a coping mechanism. Kat also shares her experiences of being judged based on her association with Fox News and discusses her upcoming journey into motherhood. The conversation highlights the universal reality of death and the importance of breaking the silence around it.
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh.
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| 73 - Loss To Brain Cancer | Dayna Kathan | 30 Sep 2022 | 00:48:42 | |
Loss to brain cancer happened to Dayna with her mother in 2012. Through her grief and loss she articulately shares her story and growth from her experience. Dayna is absolutely hilarious, entertaining and deeply insightful in the way she's able to dive into her emotions and pull meaning from it all. You've seen her on Vanderpump Rules and after speaking with her she's a pure entertainer & wonderful soul. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ez22Dv4WXSg Follow Dayna on IG @dadadayns On TikTok @daynakathan
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 72 - Almost dying 3 times | ARIA | 23 Sep 2022 | 00:45:24 | |
The story of almost dying three times. Music artist, Aria, was diagnosed with terminal cancer twice given a limited time to live. She's a two time cancer survivor and a survivor of a near fatal car accident. Aria defied the odds and beat death three times as she shares this space on DEAD Talks to discuss her story and how her life has taken a completely new meaning. Full of wisdom and inspiration that we all can learn from and apply to our own lives right away. Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/Q8rz8jdLWGE Follow Aria: Instagram @musicbbyaria TikTok @musicbyaria
Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 71 - Pregnancy Loss & Motherhood | Julie Barzman | 16 Sep 2022 | 00:38:13 | |
In 2021, Julie Barzman suffered the devastating loss of her son, Blake, and quickly found that it would change her life forever. She shares the story of her son's still birth alongside the loss of her own mother and how she's navigated motherhood. Julie is a blogger + the creator of "The Mommy Codes" as an outlet for her to share my healing journey and a way to help as well as processing becoming a mother to her third child, Zoe. It's become a tremendous vehicle to support other mother's and has such a brilliant voice to express her journey and how she's gotten to where she is today. Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7m5JfWfvfag Follow Julie Barzman on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/themommycodes https://www.instagram.com/juliebarzman/ https://twitter.com/juliebarzman https://www.pinterest.ca/themommycodes/ https://www.tiktok.com/@juliebarzman?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify , Facebook & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 70 - My father died on 9/11 | David Ferrugio | 09 Sep 2022 | 00:20:35 | |
I'm the host of DEAD Talks and it's time I tell my story and experience losing my father on September 11th. My father worked on the 105th Floor of Tower 1 of the World Trade Center with Cantor Fitzgerald. I was 12 years old when it happened and I share my perspectives of this experience as a 33 year old man today. I spoke unscripted, alone and from the heart. I hope this story resonates with some people and that I was able to express my thoughts thoroughly, as my goal was to keep it raw and honest. That day sucked for a lot of people outside of me. September 11th shaped my life forever and this is my story which inspired this podcast. Follow @deadtalkspodcast and the host @ferrugio Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 69 - Grief is no joke | Vernita Bostick | 02 Sep 2022 | 00:44:50 | |
Vernita suddenly lost her boyfriend in 2019 and she shares her story and guides us through her grief process, how she's been able to navigate death and find meaning. She is a stand-up comedian who created an amazing community for grievers on instagram where she opens up about her grief journey. She shares her perspective and process with death which also includes a touch of humor to cope. Watch full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nu-AXFu4xWo Follow @grief_isnojoke Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 68 - Messages from the other side | Tay | 26 Aug 2022 | 00:55:02 | |
Writer and brand owner, Tay, sits down to discuss losses in her life and signs that she's been able to connect to the after life. From spirituality to mental health we cover a lot of ground from her story of grief and healing. Tay is the founder of Season Of, a streetwear brand, promoting a "Dress to Express" mindset inspired by the struggles and triumphs of mental health. Her brand does a lot of events supporting/advocating for mental health promoting positive messages through her brand deriving from her creative writing. Watch episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MnW6is6jgHA Follow @taayhope Her brand: Season Of
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 67 - One night it all changed | Tayo Fetti | 12 Aug 2022 | 00:32:38 | |
Music producer, Tayo Fetti, lost his friend Gabe to an overdose and was the one that found him that night. He goes through the night it went down to where he is today and how he's used grief and loss to drive his life forward. Tayo has produced tracks for Lil Xan, Trippie Redd, Rae Sremmurd, Dom Kennedy, Larry June, 03 Greedo, Sir Michael Rocks and many more. At only 30 years of age he's learned some of life's greatest lessons through death and tells us how on this episode of DEAD Talks. Follow Tayo @tayo_fetti Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 66 - Proof of mysticism | Tara Brandel | 05 Aug 2022 | 01:07:26 | |
Tara Brandel is back to share stories and offer more evidence of medium work, psychic readings and mysticism. Tara is a Mystical Advisor focused on Tarot Readings, Palm Readings, Reiki Energy Work, Astrology and Medium work. This the second time Tara has joined DEAD Talks podcast with more incredible stories to share. Whether you're a believer or not this conversation explores more examples from her and hopes to offer some guidance about our connection to something more than meets the eye. Join us with a very interesting conversation about the mystical part of life, life and death and more about her work process along with tremendously powerful stories that may make a non-believer believe. Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/TbZxrdivuMg Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 65 - Turning grief to joy | Bryan Martin | 29 Jul 2022 | 00:36:12 | |
Bryan Martin learned to turn grief into joy. His father passed away in 2017 and 4 months later his partner Clayton was rushed to the hospital with acute liver failure. Bryan took care of him while working full time for 8 months until he passed away in 2018. I was lost and in deep grief. He's been incredibly open about his experience and how he's navigated losing his father and then shortly after becoming widowed. As you'll see on social media he's just a guy who loves to dance and overcome lives adversities through supporting others and genuine positivity. Check out his website where he shares his passion for animals, essential oils and being a widowed blogger. Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PYdNqAti050 Bryan Martin on Facebook & Instagram.
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 64 - A bout with Sepsis | Christina Flach | 22 Jul 2022 | 00:42:18 | |
Christina Flach, Celebrity Makeup and Hair Artist, was married to professional tennis player Ken Flach up to his death after a brief bout of sepsis in 2018. Since then, Christina has been dedicated to raising public awareness of the danger of sepsis, and has partnered with Sepsis Alliance to produce awareness campaigns highlighting Ken’s story. Christina has spoken about the topic on notable news sources such as Fox News, KTVU, NBC Bay Area, Tennis Channel, ABC Bay Area, and CBS. She is a fantastic personality and holds nothing back in this amazing one on one conversation. Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xx-WMiXQtOc For more on Christina Flach:
Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 189 - Death of a popstar Christina Grimmie | Marcus Grimmie | 30 Dec 2024 | 01:26:35 | |
Christina Grimmie was tragically shot during a fan meet and greet in 2016. In this episode we hear from Marcus Grimmie, the brother of rising star who was there that night right next to her. Marcus recounts the harrowing night and shares his journey of grief and resilience. He discusses the founding of his nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families affected by gun violence as well as go on a few rants discussing quite a few things openly. Join us as we explore how humor and community have played a crucial role in navigating grief, and the importance of finding purpose amid unimaginable loss.
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh.
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| 63 - Biology of death | Bruce H. Lipton, PhD | 15 Jul 2022 | 01:15:58 | |
Bruce H. Lipton, PhD is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. Stem cell biologist, bestselling author of The Biology of Belief and recipient of the 2009 Goi Peace Award, he has been a guest speaker on hundreds of TV and radio shows, as well as keynote presenter for national and international conferences. Dr. Lipton’s discoveries, which ran counter to the established scientific view that life is controlled by genes, gave rise to one of today’s most important fields of study: the science of epigenetics. Bruce joins DEAD Talks Podcast today to explain his findings that has lead him to a great discovery about how we understand death. Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i5es4gEkaQc @BruceLipton on Instagram Bruce Lipton's Store: https://www.brucelipton.com/store/?product-category=bruce-lipton-authored
Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||
| 62 - Visions of the dead | Fanto | 08 Jul 2022 | 00:56:23 | |
Fanto is a hilarious stand-up comedian, you've seen him at the Hollywood Improv, The Laugh Factory and clubs all over Los Angeles. He's one of the best comics when it comes to crowd work and he's got host of his own YouTube show "Double Or Nothing". Known for saying just about whatever he wants with utter honesty, Fanto joins DEAD Talks to discuss the visions he's had in his life and how his dead relatives have come to his dreams to tell him things. Amongst the hilariously entertaining story-telling of some incredible events he's experienced from the former Soviet Union to Los Angeles, he shares deep insights to his life with perspective on life and death with sincerity. Watch full episode on YouTube For more on Fanto check him out on social media: @wanna_fanto on Instagram Fanto on YouTube
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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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| 61 - Learning from death | Hospice Nurse Julie | 01 Jul 2022 | 00:34:29 | |
Hospice Nurse Julie has been a sensation on social media sharing her experiences working in Hospice Care. She has over 900,000 followers on Tik Tok with her educational and entertaining videos offering tremendous value on the way we see death (and life). With a perfect mix of realness and fun she offers an outlet for people to hopefully come to a level of acceptance and be a resource for those grieving and even those that aren't. DEAD Talks had the pleasure of speaking with Hospice Nurse Julie who is an absolute pleasure and shared more stories of her time as a Nurse as well as letting us peak into the life as a Hospice Nurse. Watch full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Us5Rq-kpOyA Follow Hospice Nurse Julie on TikTok & Instagram
Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more. DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end, it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12 he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh. | |||