DEAD Talks

⁠Jessica Zucker⁠ is a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive health and the author of the award-winning book I HAD A MISCARRIAGE: A Memoir, a Movement. Jessica is the creator of the viral #IHadaMiscarriage campaign.

She opens up about the traumatic miscarriage that reshaped her life and career. In this powerful episode, she shares raw details of her experience, the unspoken grief of pregnancy loss, navigating br...

The brilliant 10-year-old Sean The Science Kid dives deep into discussions about life, consciousness, and the afterlife. From examining the fusion of quantum physics and spirituality to theorizing about the concept of souls, Sean fascinatingly blends scientific insights with philosophical ideas. We also explore the mysteries of death, multi-dimensional realities, and the profound impact of our choices. Amidst all this, Sean’s love ...

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...

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.

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Comedian, Dan Soder, opens up about losing both his father and sister at a young age, and does it with his brilliant comedic timing with vulnerable realness. He shares the deep impact of grief, parental abandonment, and complicated family dynamics, offering an honest look at coping with loss, finding healing through therapy, and the role of forgiveness in moving forward. This powerful conversation explores how comedy can be a lifel...

In this powerful episode of DEAD Talks, Robert Edward Grant dives deep into the mysteries of life, death, and the universe, exploring profound topics like the nature of reality, free will, and whether our lives are truly predetermined.Grant, a renowned polymath, entrepreneur, and thought leader, shares his unique insights on metaphysics, ancient philosophy, consciousness, and the menta...

David Ditchfield's Near-Death Experience (NDE) is one of the most astonishing and transformative stories ever shared on DEAD Talks. After being dragged under a speeding train and surviving against all odds, David experienced an afterlife encounter that changed his life forever.In this powerful conversation, he recounts his brush with death, the presence of mysterious beings, an overwhe...

In this powerful episode of DEAD Talks, UFC fighter Cody Stamann joins David Ferrugio to share an emotional and raw conversation about grief, loss, and perseverance. Cody lost his brother to a tragic drug overdose in 2020—just one week before a UFC fight. Instead of backing out, he stepped into the octagon and fought through his pain. The emotional battle of losing a loved one unexpectedly and how he's managed to manage his grief. 

Joseph Awauh-Darko, a 28-year-old contemporary artist and writer originally from West Africa, exploring the controversial topic of assisted euthanasia in the Netherlands. Diagnosed with chronic bipolar disorder at 16, Joseph opens up about his struggles, the bureaucratic process of euthanasia, and the important yet often taboo conversations around men's mental health. With heartfelt discussions on loneliness, depressi...

Mary-Frances O’Connor conducts studies to better understand the grief process both psychologically and physiologically. She is a leader in the field of prolonged grief, a clinical condition in which people do not adjust to the acute feelings of grief and show increases in yearning, avoidance, and rumination. Her work primarily focuses on trying to tease out the mechanisms that cause this ongoing and severe reaction to...

Loren Ridinger gets raw about the deepest loss of her life—losing her husband. In this emotional episode of DEAD Talks, she opens up about grief, love, and the reality of moving forward when everything changes. She shares personal stories, the lessons her husband left her, and her thoughts on death, time, and what really matters.

Comedian ⁠Ari Shaffir⁠ joins DEAD Talks to engage in a wide-ranging conversation that includes stories about drug experiences, deep dives into the human psyche, and contemplations on life, death, and the afterlife. Ari shares personal anecdotes, discusses the influence of psychedelics on his worldviews, and reflects on the nature of belief, religion, and the seemingly random events tha...

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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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 la...

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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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 exp...

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 discus...

DEAD Talks host, David Ferrugio, talks on the unique challenges that the holidays can bring. With a blend of personal anecdotes, valuable insights from past guests, and heartfelt audio clips from the audience, this episode aims to provide comfort and perspective. David shares his 23-year journey through holiday grief since losing his father, emphasizing the importance of feeling emotions as part of the healing process...

Nurse Penny is back. We tapped into the Hospice World and how it intertwines with her lifes influence with death. With deathbed visions, opposing beliefs of the afterlife and as always just having a good time exploring the conversation. She also just wrote her first book "Influencing Death." Available for pre-order now and available January 14th!

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