DEAD Talks

What happens when two friends lose their mothers only months apart? Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn, creators of the Good Mourning Podcast, turned their heartbreak into one of the most powerful grief platforms today. Im lost her mom to suicide, while Sally’s mother died from a seizure in her sleep — two devastating losses that sparked their mission to normalize grief conversations with honesty and humor.In this episode of DEAD Talks, they join David Ferrugio to share their personal stories, the lessons grief taught them, and the unexpected ways they’ve coped — from laughter to psychic mediums. They also discuss their book Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss, which offers support, validation, and practical tools for navigating grief.If you’ve ever struggled with loss, guilt, or anxiety, this conversation will show you that grief doesn’t have to be carried alone — and that healing can even include laughter.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes about life, death, grief, and resilience.They have a new book called “Honest Conversations About Grief and Loss”Go have a listen and check out their amazing grief podcast, Good Mourning Podcast.Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s the difference between social death and biological death? Conscious Lee — educator, thought leader, and creator with over 2 million followers — joins DEAD Talks to unpack how death shapes identity, value, and legacy.In this episode, Conscious Lee and David Ferrugio dive into what it means to live without value vs. biological mortality, how grief intersects with race and culture, and why conversations about death are inseparable from conversations about life. Known for his mix of intellectual debate, hip hop, and viral social commentary, Conscious Lee brings depth, energy, and honesty to a topic most avoid.If you’ve ever questioned how society defines life, death, and purpose, this conversation will challenge your perspective.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes about death, grief, and the afterlife.For more on Conscious Lee: https://snipfeed.co/theconsciousleeFollow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Subscribe to DEAD Talks on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & more.  Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we heal from trauma, grief, and the obstacles life throws at us? Cameron Rosin — RN, plant-medicine educator, and host of This Might Be Helpful Podcast — joins DEAD Talks to share tools for living with intention, building healthier relationships with ourselves, and unlearning destructive patterns.In this conversation with David Ferrugio, Cameron explores the importance of “inner work” — from meditation and self-talk to shifting our mindset around grief. He blends philosophy with practical strategies, offering support and motivation for anyone looking to strengthen their mental health and emotional resilience.If you’re searching for ways to approach healing with clarity and purpose, this episode offers wisdom, compassion, and practices you can carry into your daily life.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes about life, death, grief, and healing.Follow Cameron on Instagram or learn more on him from his website. Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On September 11th, Neil deGrasse Tyson was just four blocks away from the World Trade Center. The world-renowned astrophysicist, author, and science communicator joins DEAD Talks to share how that day changed his life forever and how it shaped his views on mortality.In this conversation with David Ferrugio, Tyson explores how death has been both a motivator and a lens through which he views the universe. He explains the cosmic perspective on life and loss, why our mortality can inspire meaning, and how even tragedy can be understood within a larger framework of existence.This rare, deeply human conversation shows a side of Neil deGrasse Tyson you don’t often see — reflecting on grief, resilience, and what it means to be alive in the face of death.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes on life, death, grief, and the afterlife.Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 25, 2021, Mason Sawyer’s life was shattered when a fatal car accident claimed the lives of five members of his family: his wife Kortni, son Riggins, daughter Franki, brother Race, and nephew Rider. His only surviving child, Blue, became Mason’s reason to keep going.In this deeply emotional episode of DEAD Talks, Mason joins David Ferrugio to share his story of unimaginable loss, survival, and the ongoing journey of raising his son while grieving the rest of his family. Mason, now host of The 10Ninety Podcast, opens up about trauma, healing, and how talking openly about grief has become a way to honor his loved ones and find peace.This is one of the most heartbreaking and inspiring stories of resilience ever shared on the podcast — a reminder that even in devastating loss, life can continue with love and meaning.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes about life, death, grief, and resilience.For more on this guest visit his instagram @masonsawyer91Follow @DEADTalkspodcast on Instagram & @DEADTalkspodcast on TikTok. Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you lose your father before you’ve fully figured out who you are? At 19, Max Berlin watched his father die of cancer — an experience that left him grieving while also struggling to define himself as a young man.For the 100th episode of DEAD Talks, Max joins longtime friend David Ferrugio for an intimate conversation about loss, identity, and the complicated emotions that come with being part of the unspoken “Dead Dad Club.” Recorded in Manhattan, the episode explores raw grief, dark humor, and the shared bond between friends who both lost their fathers too soon.This is a deeply personal and honest reflection on how grief shapes us — and how we can still move forward with love, laughter, and meaning.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes on life, death, and resilience.For more on DEAD Talks Podcast guest Max Berlin visit @liketh3citySupport the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does grief look like when you lose a parent as a child? At just 10 years old, Alysen James lost her father — a trauma that left gaps in memory and shaped her perspective on life and loss.In this episode of DEAD Talks, Alysen reflects on what it means to grieve while growing up, how forgotten details of her father’s death resurface over time, and the ways grief continues to evolve into adulthood. She shares the long-term impact of childhood grief, why she feels the way she does today, and how her healing has unfolded years later.This is a raw and emotional conversation about memory, trauma, and finding meaning after early loss.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes on grief, healing, and resilience.Follow Alysen @alysenjames on Instagram and her music on Spotify. Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grief doesn’t only come from losing people — it comes from losing pets too. Actress and TV host Caitlin O’Connor joins DEAD Talks to open up about both human loss and pet loss, sharing her experiences after the deaths of her grandparents and her beloved dog.In this emotional episode, Caitlin reflects on the similarities and differences between grieving people and grieving pets, why both losses cut so deeply, and how her philosophy on life has changed since. She brings a raw, thoughtful perspective on love, memory, and why living fully matters because tomorrow isn’t promised.This is the first time DEAD Talks has tackled pet loss alongside human grief — a powerful conversation for anyone who’s ever said goodbye to a loved one, furry or otherwise.👉 Subscribe now for more powerful episodes on grief, loss, and resilience.For more on Caitlin O'Conner follow her on Instagram @caitlin_oconnerSupport the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you survive the worst day of your life? Hip hop artist Rowlan lost his best friend suddenly in 2022 — and he was the one who found him. Burdened with the calls to family and the weight of grief, Rowlan opens up about the trauma of that moment, the waves of loss that followed, and the process of surviving grief when everything changes in an instant.Through music, Rowlan found a way to cope, process, and reflect on grief with raw honesty. This episode dives into how creativity can transform pain into purpose and why expressing grief — instead of hiding from it — can be the difference between being broken and finding a way forward.👉 A candid conversation about grief, survival, trauma, music, and the healing that comes after unimaginable loss.Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you lose the person who gave your life meaning? For Christal Luster, everything changed after her sister died tragically. In this episode of DEAD Talks, Christal shares her raw journey through the stages of grief, the emotions she battled, and how she found ways to cope while losing not only her sister but other loved ones as well.Her honesty blends with practical insights on healing, offering hope to anyone navigating grief. Beyond her personal story, Christal is a Chicago-based singer/songwriter, actress, published author, and speaker, and she even wrote a moving tribute song for her sister called “Gone.”This episode is a heartfelt exploration of sibling loss, resilience, and how grief forever reshapes who we are.👉 Listen now for an emotional, honest, and inspiring conversation on love, loss, and healing.For more on Christal visit her website at: www.christalluster.comCheck out a beautiful song she made in honor of her sister on Spotify called "Gone"Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!Merch“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.Exclusive Discounts10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.About DEAD TalksDEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices