DEAD Talks

What if life doesn’t end when we die? In this episode, we dive into the spiritual side of death with Aaron Colbert—an intuitive healer, life coach, and meditation teacher who bridges spirituality with mental health. Aaron shares his personal experiences connecting with those who have passed, his sensitivity to energy, and how intuition shapes his understanding of death and the afterlife. This mesm...

What does it mean to talk about death, race, and identity in America today? Former NFL player and entrepreneur Zac Diles opens up about the impact of George Floyd’s death, the Black Lives Matter movement, and his personal experiences as a Black man navigating grief, loss, and resilience. In this powerful and necessary conversation, Zac shares: His thoughts on George Floyd’s death and its cultural...

How do you survive a childhood shaped by trauma—and later face a life-threatening cancer diagnosis? In this episode, Nathan Bishop shares his incredible story of resilience, growth, and survival. Nathan grew up in a chaotic household marked by abuse and the suicide of his stepfather, forcing him to step into the role of caretaker at a young age. Years later, he was diagnosed with cancer and leaned...

What happens when you witness a brutal crime—and then face another devastating loss years later? In this episode, Sania shares her harrowing story of walking in on the aftermath of an unsolved double murder involving her boyfriend’s father and brother. Years later, Sania lost that same boyfriend to death, forcing her to grieve yet again while still carrying the trauma of the first tragedy. Through...

How can violent deaths change the course of someone’s life? In this episode, Maylenn Mosti shares her story of losing two people in devastating ways—losses that she ultimately credits with saving her life. At just 16, Maylenn lost a close friend to a violent death with potential mafia ties. Years later, she faced the death of her father, which forced her into a deeper confrontation with grief, tra...

What happens when you cross the threshold of death—and come back? In this episode, Cassandra Bauer shares her powerful story of surviving a horrific car crash and the near-death experience that changed her life forever. During her NDE, Cassandra recalls being visited by her deceased brother, who told her, “You are not alone.” That moment sent her back to life with a mission to share her story and...

When you lose someone suddenly, the questions never stop. In this episode, Brett Collins shares how the overdose death of his cousin led him to question life, death, and whether everything happens for a reason. Brett’s mix of sincerity and wit makes this conversation deeply relatable. Together, we explore: The impact of losing a loved one to overdose How grief pushes us to ask bigger questions abo...

How do addiction and grief collide—and how can one fuel the other? In this episode, Earl White shares his raw story of battling opioid addiction, losing his father, and ultimately finding sobriety. Earl opens up about: The struggles of addiction while coping with grief How his father’s death became a turning point in his journey The challenges and breakthroughs of sobriety Living with purpose and...

What happens when you’re forced to face death before adulthood? At just 17, Spencer Sundlie lost his father—and instead of resisting grief, he embraced it. His journey offers a unique perspective on finding acceptance and maturity at such a young age. In this episode, Spencer shares: How losing a parent as a teenager shaped his outlook on life and death The role his brother played in navigating gr...

How often do we really check in on the people we love? In this episode, actress Laura Samuels opens up about the sudden suicide of a high school friend and how that loss reshaped her perspective on communication, gratitude, and connection. Laura shares: How losing a friend to suicide brought her community together The importance of speaking openly and checking in on loved ones Her father’s battle...

What happens when you lose two partners within just six months? For life coach and social media personality Margot Miller (known as the “T-Rex Girl”), the experience reshaped her relationship with grief, sobriety, and the meaning of death itself. In this episode, Margot shares: The heartbreaking loss of two partners in such a short time How sobriety changed her outlook on life and grief Why she do...

How do you turn unimaginable loss into fearless living? Comedian Gary Leli shares the powerful story of losing his mother to lymphoma of the brain, and how her death propelled both his career and his outlook on life. In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Gary opens up about: The impact of his mother’s death on his comedy and career path Hilarious stories that keep her memory alive Lessons on re...

What happens when tragedy strikes in the very place where creativity thrives? Music producers Kinfolk Jon and Ben Great remember their best friend Gabe, who died suddenly in the recording studio while doing what he loved most—making music. In this powerful conversation, Jon and Ben share: Their friendship with Gabe and how music bonded them The night of his passing and how it changed their lives H...

What does it mean to carry the impact of suicide from childhood into adulthood? At just nine years old, Meg Mele lost her sister-in-law to suicide. Decades later, she reflects on how that loss shaped her journey through grief, clarity, and understanding the emotional stages of life and death. In this episode, Meg shares: The lasting impact of losing a loved one to suicide as a child How she found...

What happens when the relationship with your parent is complicated by struggle and pain? Kornel Galambos shares the story of losing his father, who battled alcoholism his entire life in Slovakia. Their relationship wasn’t perfect, but his father’s sudden death became a turning point in Kornel’s life. In this episode, Kornel reflects on: Growing up with a father struggling with alcoholism How his f...

What if death wasn’t the end, but a continuation of connection in a new form? Erika Kita, an energy expert, lost her close friend to suicide. Soon after, she experienced something extraordinary—her friend reached out to her from beyond for the first time. In this episode, Erika shares: Her story of losing a friend to suicide The profound moment of spiritual connection after their passing Her exper...

How do you grieve one loss while preparing for another? Lionel Arthur opens up about one of the most heartbreaking seasons of his life. Just a month after losing his father, his wife was diagnosed with cancer and given less than a year to live. In this emotional conversation, Lionel shares: The pain of back-to-back losses What it means to live with anticipatory grief How he and his wife find meani...

The journey of DEAD Talks begins here. In the very first episode, Guillermo Heuze shares the story of losing his father in the tragic crash of American Airlines Flight 587, just two months after the September 11th attacks. In this powerful conversation, Guillermo opens up about: The devastating loss of his father in the plane crash How his family processed grief after back-to-back national tragedi...