David Ferrugio
DEAD Talks
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio is a podcast about death, grief, loss, and what it means to truly live. After losing his father on 9/11, David created a space for honest, emotional, and sometimes funny conversations about the one thing we all face but rarely talk about. Each episode features guests sharing real stories about grief, near-death experiences, the afterlife, healing, trauma, spirituality, and the human experience. You might cry, you might laugh, and you might leave thinking about life a little differently.
Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.deadtalks.net
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David Ferrugio
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Latest episode
Oct 19, 2026
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Episodes
A Comedian Faces Grief: Losing a Father & Finding Humor (#144) 19.02.2024 1:09:45
Comedian Vinny Fasline joins DEAD Talks to share the story of losing his father to lung cancer while navigating his career in stand-up comedy. This raw and relatable conversation dives into what it means for a man to lose his father, the challenges of grief, and how humor becomes a tool for survival. Vinny, host of the My+One Podcast, reflects on his father’s battle with SPS, the reality of living...
Surviving an Iowa Tornado: A Mother’s Story of Loss & Resilience (#143) 12.02.2024 35:04
Kuri Bolger lost her mother, husband, and two children in the devastating Winterset, Iowa tornado that destroyed her parents’ home. Only she and her 9-year-old son Brysen survived. In this heartbreaking yet inspiring conversation, Kuri shares her journey through unimaginable loss, the fight to keep living for her son, and how resilience emerges in the aftermath of tragedy. Her story is a powerful...
Surviving an Iowa Tornado: A Mother’s Story of Loss & Resilience (#143) 12.02.2024 35:04
Kuri Bolger lost her mother, husband, and two children in the devastating Winterset, Iowa tornado that destroyed her parents’ home. Only she and her 9-year-old son Brysen survived. In this heartbreaking yet inspiring conversation, Kuri shares her journey through unimaginable loss, the fight to keep living for her son, and how resilience emerges in the aftermath of tragedy. Her story is a powerful...
Are Near-Death Experiences Real? Dr. Jeffrey Long Explains (#142) 05.02.2024 51:40
Dr. Jeffrey Long has studied thousands of near-death experiences (NDEs) and is one of the world’s leading researchers on the subject. In this episode of DEAD Talks, we dive into the evidence behind NDEs, what people report seeing on the other side, and how these experiences may transform our understanding of consciousness, death, and the afterlife. A radiation oncologist by training, Dr. Long foun...
Are Near-Death Experiences Real? Dr. Jeffrey Long Explains (#142) 05.02.2024 51:40
Dr. Jeffrey Long has studied thousands of near-death experiences (NDEs) and is one of the world’s leading researchers on the subject. In this episode of DEAD Talks, we dive into the evidence behind NDEs, what people report seeing on the other side, and how these experiences may transform our understanding of consciousness, death, and the afterlife. A radiation oncologist by training, Dr. Long foun...
Healing Trauma, Grief, and Addiction with Mental Health Expert Ryan Soave (#141) 29.01.2024 48:47
How do trauma, grief, and addiction shape our lives—and how do we heal? In this episode of DEAD Talks, Ryan Soave, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Chief Clinical Officer at Guardian Recovery Network, shares powerful insights from over 14 years in the mental health field. We explore the complexities of childhood trauma, how it can resurface in adulthood, and ways parents can better support t...
Healing Trauma, Grief, and Addiction with Mental Health Expert Ryan Soave (#141) 29.01.2024 48:47
How do trauma, grief, and addiction shape our lives—and how do we heal? In this episode of DEAD Talks, Ryan Soave, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Chief Clinical Officer at Guardian Recovery Network, shares powerful insights from over 14 years in the mental health field. We explore the complexities of childhood trauma, how it can resurface in adulthood, and ways parents can better support t...
Inside the Mind of Mafia Underboss & Hitman Sammy “The Bull” Gravano (#140) 22.01.2024 57:09
Sammy “The Bull” Gravano—Gambino Mafia underboss and one of America’s most notorious mob hitmen—opens up about life, murder, and death like never before. After serving 23 years in the mob and testifying in 1991 against John Gotti, Sammy confessed to involvement in 19 murders. In this episode of DEAD Talks, Sammy shares raw stories from inside the Mafia, reflecting on violence, loyalty, betrayal, a...
Inside the Mind of Mafia Underboss & Hitman Sammy “The Bull” Gravano (#140) 22.01.2024 57:09
Sammy “The Bull” Gravano—Gambino Mafia underboss and one of America’s most notorious mob hitmen—opens up about life, murder, and death like never before. After serving 23 years in the mob and testifying in 1991 against John Gotti, Sammy confessed to involvement in 19 murders. In this episode of DEAD Talks, Sammy shares raw stories from inside the Mafia, reflecting on violence, loyalty, betrayal, a...
Died at 14, Came Back With a Message: Philip Siracusa’s NDE (#139) 15.01.2024 40:55
At just 14 years old, Philip Siracusa died in a dentist’s chair—and what he experienced on the other side changed his life forever. In this near-death experience (NDE), Philip describes traveling through a beautiful garden, encountering a mysterious young girl, and reuniting with his deceased grandparents before being brought back to life. In this episode of DEAD Talks, we dive deep into his vivid...
Died at 14, Came Back With a Message: Philip Siracusa’s NDE (#139) 15.01.2024 40:55
At just 14 years old, Philip Siracusa died in a dentist’s chair—and what he experienced on the other side changed his life forever. In this near-death experience (NDE), Philip describes traveling through a beautiful garden, encountering a mysterious young girl, and reuniting with his deceased grandparents before being brought back to life. In this episode of DEAD Talks, we dive deep into his vivid...
Grief and Mental Health Breakdown: How Loss Impacts the Mind (#138) 08.01.2024 56:32
What happens when grief pushes your mental health to the breaking point? Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a psychotherapist and grief expert, opens up about the devastating impact of losing both her father and mother in quick succession—and how it sent her into a spiral of deteriorating mental health. In this episode of DEAD Talks, Meghan shares her raw story of breakdown and recovery, revealing the therape...
Grief and Mental Health Breakdown: How Loss Impacts the Mind (#138) 08.01.2024 56:32
What happens when grief pushes your mental health to the breaking point? Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a psychotherapist and grief expert, opens up about the devastating impact of losing both her father and mother in quick succession—and how it sent her into a spiral of deteriorating mental health. In this episode of DEAD Talks, Meghan shares her raw story of breakdown and recovery, revealing the therape...
Living With Grief While Investigating Her Father’s Killer (#137) 01.01.2024 59:36
What if your father’s murder was never solved—and you had to take the investigation into your own hands? Madison McGhee has spent years digging into the cold case of her father’s unsolved killing, balancing the relentless pursuit of truth with the grief of losing him at a young age. In this gripping episode of DEAD Talks, Madison shares intimate details from her investigation, the emotional toll o...
Living With Grief While Investigating Her Father’s Killer (#137) 01.01.2024 59:36
What if your father’s murder was never solved—and you had to take the investigation into your own hands? Madison McGhee has spent years digging into the cold case of her father’s unsolved killing, balancing the relentless pursuit of truth with the grief of losing him at a young age. In this gripping episode of DEAD Talks, Madison shares intimate details from her investigation, the emotional toll o...
AJ Tracey on the Grenfell Tower Fire, Grief & Resilience (#136) 27.12.2023 41:52
In 2017, the Grenfell Tower Fire in London claimed the lives of more than 70 people and left a community forever changed. British rapper AJ Tracey joins DEAD Talks to reflect on the tragedy, sharing his personal connection to the event and how grief has shaped his perspective on life, resilience, and justice. This conversation dives into the collective trauma of Grenfell, the fight for accountabil...
AJ Tracey on the Grenfell Tower Fire, Grief & Resilience (#136) 27.12.2023 41:52
In 2017, the Grenfell Tower Fire in London claimed the lives of more than 70 people and left a community forever changed. British rapper AJ Tracey joins DEAD Talks to reflect on the tragedy, sharing his personal connection to the event and how grief has shaped his perspective on life, resilience, and justice. This conversation dives into the collective trauma of Grenfell, the fight for accountabil...
Teen Near-Death Experience: Cardiac Arrest at 16 (#135) 18.12.2023 44:07
At just 16 years old, Mark Patterson “died” from sudden cardiac arrest after a night of drinking and crossed over into a near-death experience that changed his life forever. He describes entering the light, being greeted by his late grandfather, and even receiving what he calls a “new soul” before returning to his body. In this powerful testimony, Mark reveals what he saw on the other side, the me...
Teen Near-Death Experience: Cardiac Arrest at 16 (#135) 18.12.2023 44:07
At just 16 years old, Mark Patterson “died” from sudden cardiac arrest after a night of drinking and crossed over into a near-death experience that changed his life forever. He describes entering the light, being greeted by his late grandfather, and even receiving what he calls a “new soul” before returning to his body. In this powerful testimony, Mark reveals what he saw on the other side, the me...
Lost Her Father at 19 and Fiancé in 2022 – A Journey Through Two Griefs (#134) 11.12.2023 1:08:54
She faced the unimaginable—losing her father at just 19, and years later, her fiancé unexpectedly in 2022. These back-to-back tragedies forced her to confront grief in its rawest form and find a way forward when life felt unbearable. In this powerful conversation, she shares how she navigated the darkest moments of grief, what she learned about healing, and how she rebuilt her life after losing bo...
Lost Her Father at 19 and Fiancé in 2022 – A Journey Through Two Griefs (#134) 11.12.2023 1:08:54
She faced the unimaginable—losing her father at just 19, and years later, her fiancé unexpectedly in 2022. These back-to-back tragedies forced her to confront grief in its rawest form and find a way forward when life felt unbearable. In this powerful conversation, she shares how she navigated the darkest moments of grief, what she learned about healing, and how she rebuilt her life after losing bo...
Finding Purpose After Grief and Loss (#133) 06.12.2023 58:01
What is your purpose? For many, that question only becomes urgent after loss. In this episode, we explore how grief can be a powerful doorway to finding deeper meaning and connection to your higher self. Through stories of personal loss and transformation, we dive into how tragedy can awaken intuition, reshape priorities, and lead to a more fulfilling path. From meditation to spiritual guidance, t...
Finding Purpose After Grief and Loss (#133) 06.12.2023 58:01
What is your purpose? For many, that question only becomes urgent after loss. In this episode, we explore how grief can be a powerful doorway to finding deeper meaning and connection to your higher self. Through stories of personal loss and transformation, we dive into how tragedy can awaken intuition, reshape priorities, and lead to a more fulfilling path. From meditation to spiritual guidance, t...
After Death: What Happens When We Die? (#132) 29.11.2023 48:45
What happens when we die? The feature documentary After Death takes on one of life’s greatest mysteries, blending science, spirituality, and powerful personal stories. In this episode, we discuss the making of the film and the real-life experiences behind it, from near-death experiences to stories of grief and resilience. After Death features bestselling authors, doctors, scientists, and survivors...
After Death: What Happens When We Die? (#132) 29.11.2023 48:45
What happens when we die? The feature documentary After Death takes on one of life’s greatest mysteries, blending science, spirituality, and powerful personal stories. In this episode, we discuss the making of the film and the real-life experiences behind it, from near-death experiences to stories of grief and resilience. After Death features bestselling authors, doctors, scientists, and survivors...
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