DEAD Talks

Miles Wood opens up about losing his mother to ovarian cancer and the impact it had on his life. He shares the intimate moments of caring for her until her final breath, the pain of unspoken words, and the deep longing that follows loss.Alongside his grief, Miles reflects on the absence of his father and his search for connection, blending raw honesty with humor as he navigates life after loss. This conversation explores how men process grief, the stigma around male vulnerability, and the balance between sorrow, laughter, and healing.A heartfelt and relatable episode for anyone coping with parental loss, exploring masculinity, or seeking hope through humor and resilience.Miles is an actor, writer and comedian you can find on social media for his hilarious sketch comedy with "Aging Millenials" @AgingMillennials Navigating Grief: How Men Can Handle Emotions with Miles WoodFollow him at @aging_millenials & @mileswood on instagram10% 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://vm.tiktok.com/ZTLjeT3BF/Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5 to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features:👉 https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkPurchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉 https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/All links to everything DEAD Talks:👉 https://linktr.ee/deadtalksDEAD 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 + more⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens if you die without a will or trust? This episode breaks down the essentials of estate planning, wills, trusts, and the probate process—and why preparing your assets before death matters.We explore how organizing your finances and legal documents can ease the burden on loved ones, prevent disputes, and provide peace of mind. Whether it’s the difference between a will and a trust, how probate really works, or simple steps to protect your family, this conversation highlights practical ways to prepare for the inevitable.A must-listen for anyone who wants to leave behind order, not chaos, and make death a little easier on those they love.Follow Kern Singh on Instagram @kerndsinghFor more on the Singh Law Firm on Facebook10% 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://vm.tiktok.com/ZTLjeT3BF/Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5 to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features:👉 https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkPurchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉 https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/All links to DEAD Talks:👉 https://linktr.ee/deadtalksDEAD 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 + more⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you live after losing a child?In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking story of Shekinah Eliassen, who lost her infant son, Lars, to a severe brain condition. Out of unimaginable grief, she found purpose in helping other families facing similar tragedies. Today, as CEO of George Mark Children’s House, Shekinah carries forward a mission of compassionate pediatric palliative care — supporting children and parents with dignity, love, and community.This is a deeply moving conversation about child loss, resilience, and turning pain into purpose, reminding us of the strength it takes to carry on while honoring those we’ve lost.For more on George Mark Children's House: https://georgemark.org/Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5 to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features:👉  https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkPurchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/All links to everything DEAD Talks:👉  https://linktr.ee/deadtalksDEAD 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 + more⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to truly live — and to die with meaning?This episode shares the extraordinary story of Lyon Herron, who lived with Gardner’s Syndrome and fought cancer for 27 years while embodying a powerful “live life to the fullest” mentality. His mother, Barbie Herron Conkling, reflects on how her son’s courage, humor, and resilience continue to inspire those who knew him.Barbie opens up about honoring Lyon as a “living memorial,” sharing lessons he left behind about joy, legacy, and facing death without fear. This is a moving conversation about love, grief, and the powerful ways our lives can teach others how to both live and die.Support the legacy of Lyon with Ly & Co: https://lyandco.la/ For more on Barbie follow her on instagram @barbiedahl74Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5 to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features:👉  https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/ All links to everything DEAD Talks:👉  https://linktr.ee/deadtalks 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 + more⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when a father loses everything?Colin Campbell faced the unimaginable when a drunk driver killed both his children, Ruby and Hart. In this powerful episode, he shares his story of grief, love, and survival — and how he learned to live again while carrying unbearable loss.Colin’s book, Finding The Words, offers raw honesty and a new way of looking at mourning: facing grief openly, embracing memories, and allowing sorrow and love to coexist. His message is one of courage, healing, and the importance of not turning away from pain but learning to carry it.This conversation is a deeply moving exploration of parental grief, resilience, and the human capacity to keep going after devastating tragedy.To purchase his book "Finding The Words": https://colincampbellauthor.com/finding-the-words/ For more on Colin Campbell: https://colincampbellauthor.com/Support the show for $5:Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ to support our mission and get episodes early and ad free!MERCH:"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club": ⁠⁠Shop Here⁠⁠DISCOUNTS:⁠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. ABOUT: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 + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if grief and humor could live in the same sentence?Nora McInerny has lived through unthinkable loss — a miscarriage, her father’s death, and the death of her husband — all within a short span of time. Instead of hiding from pain, she’s made it her life’s work to talk about it openly, mixing raw honesty with humor that makes grief just a little easier to carry.Nora is the bestselling author of It’s Okay to Laugh (Crying Is Cool Too), the creator of the podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking, and the voice behind one of the most powerful TED Talks on grief: We Don’t “Move On” From Grief. We Move Forward With It.In this episode, we talk about how grief reshapes identity, how humor can help us survive the unbearable, and why honesty in pain creates connection. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to “move on,” this conversation will give you a new way to see life after loss.Nora McInerny has been seen on her incredible TED Talk "We don't "move on" from grief.We move forward with it". For more on Nora McInerny: https://noraborealis.com/Support the show for $5:Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ to support our mission and get episodes early and ad free!MERCH:"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club": ⁠⁠Shop Here⁠⁠DISCOUNTS:⁠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. ABOUT: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 + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Dastmalchian has been on some of Hollywood’s biggest screens — from Oppenheimer and The Dark Knight to Ant-Man, The Flash, and The Suicide Squad. But behind the roles, he’s faced real struggles with grief, loss, addiction, and mental health.In this conversation, David opens up about the battles he’s fought off-camera: addiction recovery, coping with loss, and learning how to navigate mental health while building a career in Hollywood. He shares how creativity, connection, and honesty have shaped his healing journey — and why talking openly about pain is vital in breaking the stigma.This is a rare, candid side of David Dastmalchian — the man behind the movies — that shows resilience, vulnerability, and the humanity beyond the Hollywood spotlight.@dastmalchian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dastmalchian/?hl=enSupport the show for $5:Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ to support our mission and get episodes early and ad free!MERCH:"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club": ⁠⁠Shop Here⁠⁠DISCOUNTS:⁠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. ABOUT: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 + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Claire Bidwell Smith, licensed therapist and bestselling author of Conscious Grieving, joins me to share practical ways to navigate grief and loss. With years of experience in hospice, private practice, and her own personal story of loss, Claire offers compassionate, step-by-step guidance for anyone struggling to process death and change.In this episode, we discuss: How to face grief instead of avoiding it Practical exercises from her book Conscious Grieving The role of therapy, writing, and ritual in healing Why grief is not something to “get over,” but something to grow through If you’re looking for actionable tools, emotional support, and real conversation around grief, this episode will leave you with clarity and hope.For more on Claire Bidwell Smith: https://linktr.ee/Clairebidwellsmith Purchase her new book "Conscious Grieving" hereSupport the show for $5:Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ to support our mission and get episodes early and ad free!MERCH:"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club": ⁠⁠Shop Here⁠⁠DISCOUNTS:⁠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. ABOUT: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 + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GaTa, rapper and actor from the hit FXX series Dave and longtime hype man for Lil Dicky, shares his deeply personal story of loss and resilience. Both of GaTa’s parents died when he was just 18 months old, leaving him to grow up without ever truly knowing them.In this conversation, GaTa opens up about grief, trauma, and how he has chosen positivity as his guiding force. From navigating the pain of loss to embracing gratitude and joy, his story highlights how we can all find strength through hardship. This episode offers powerful lessons on healing, resilience, and choosing light in the darkest moments.Check out GaTa on instagram @gedgata: https://www.instagram.com/gedgata/?hl=enSupport the show for $5:Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ to support our mission and get episodes early and ad free!MERCH:"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club": ⁠⁠Shop Here⁠⁠DISCOUNTS:⁠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. ABOUT: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 + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s it really like to speak with a psychic medium? In this episode, I sit down with Malaurie, a grounded and authentic medium who shares her journey growing up in a family of psychics and witches. She explains how she connects with spirit guides, ancestors, and messages from the other side—without gimmicks, pretenses, or crystal balls.Malaurie describes how the answers she receives aren’t always what people want to hear, but they are always given with love and for the greater good. This conversation explores intuition, afterlife communication, and the role of spiritual guidance in healing.For more on Malaurie visit: https://malauriepsychic.com/linksFollow Malaurie on Instagram @malauriepsychicFollow Malaurie on YouTubeSupport the show for $5:Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ to support our mission and get episodes early and ad free!MERCH:"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club": ⁠⁠Shop Here⁠⁠DISCOUNTS:⁠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. ABOUT: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 + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices