DEAD Talks

What happens when the love of your life is suddenly gone? In this heartfelt episode of DEAD Talks, entrepreneur and author Loren Ridinger shares her journey through the devastating loss of her husband, the lessons he left behind, and how she continues to find meaning, purpose, and love in life.Loren opens up about: Grief, resilience, and rebuilding after losing a spouse The lessons her husband’s death taught her about time, love, and presence The challenge of moving forward while carrying grief with you How writing her book became a path to healing and inspiring others This episode is raw, emotional, and deeply hopeful—reminding us that even after unimaginable loss, life still holds purpose and love.Purchase Loren Ridinger's New Book "Scrambled or Sunny-Side Up: Living Your Best Life after Losing Your Greatest LoveJoin the⁠ DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts:⁠Shop Here⁠Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉 ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:⁠Shop Here⁠⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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 on⁠YouTube⁠,⁠Facebook⁠,⁠Instagram⁠,⁠TikTok⁠ +⁠more⁠⁠... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this provocative and hilarious episode of DEAD Talks, comedian Ari Shaffir joins David Ferrugio for a conversation that dives deep into religion, death, and the afterlife—through the raw and unapologetic lens only Ari can bring.From psychedelic trips to personal encounters with mortality, Ari shares candid stories and challenges traditional beliefs about life, faith, and what might come after. With his signature mix of humor and brutal honesty, he reflects on: How psychedelics shaped his worldview The role of belief and religion in facing mortality Personal experiences with loss and death Why laughter and irreverence can make heavy topics more human This episode is equal parts funny, unsettling, and thought-provoking—a reminder that even the darkest subjects can spark unexpected clarity when met with honesty (and a little humor).Ari has a new special on netflix called"Ari Shaffir: America's Sweetheart"Join the⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts:⁠Shop Here⁠Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉 ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:⁠Shop Here⁠⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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 on⁠YouTube⁠,⁠Facebook⁠,⁠Instagram⁠,⁠TikTok⁠ +⁠more⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if profound loss could open the door to a deeper spiritual connection? In this moving episode of DEAD Talks, Charlotte Helliker shares her journey from devastating grief to discovering her mediumship abilities.Charlotte opens up about: How losing a loved one unlocked her ability to connect beyond the veil The powerful signs and messages she’s received from the other side The intersection of grief, spirituality, and healing Why the unseen world can bring comfort, meaning, and resilience This episode blends raw grief with spiritual awakening, offering hope to anyone searching for meaning after loss—and curiosity about what lies beyond. For more on today's guest, Charlotte Helicker: Links Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠ Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ 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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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 death isn’t just personal—but part of your daily work?Retired LAPD Detective Moses Castillo reflects on the most haunting cases from his 30-year career, including homicides, child abuse, and missing persons investigations. He opens up about: The emotional toll of confronting death and tragedy day after day Supporting first responders and families after 9/11 Survivor’s guilt and the search for meaning in the darkest cases The heartbreaking story of a three-year-old girl named Ruby that still stays with him How faith, resilience, and community support helped him endure the trauma of the job This episode offers a rare glimpse into the world of homicide and missing persons investigations—told through the lens of grief, humanity, and hope.For more on Moses Castillo: https://detectivemoses.com/Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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

In this explosive episode of DEAD Talks, actor and storyteller Gianni Russo (best known as Carlo in The Godfather) shares unbelievable tales from his extraordinary life—mixing Hollywood glamour with mafia danger.Gianni opens up about: Surviving polio and becoming a trusted confidant of mafia bosses Killing Pablo Escobar’s right-hand man in self-defense Wild encounters with Marilyn Monroe, JFK, and Pablo Escobar himself His life inside The Godfather and the real mob connections behind it This conversation is part history, part true crime, and part Hollywood legend—a raw glimpse into survival, loyalty, and the blurred lines between fame and danger. Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠ Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ 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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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

TV personality Kat Timpf joins DEAD Talks to share her personal journey through grief after losing her mother to a rare disease, and how that loss shaped her path into motherhood.In this candid conversation, Kat opens up about: The misconceptions of death and grief portrayed in the media The comfort (and limits) of religious beliefs when facing loss How humor became a powerful coping mechanism Her experiences of being judged for her career and personal choices The transition into motherhood while carrying the grief of losing her own mom Blending vulnerability, dark humor, and hard-earned wisdom, Kat reflects on how grief reshapes identity and why breaking the silence around death matters more than ever.Check out Kat Timpfs newest book ⁠"I USED TO LIKE YOU UNTIL..." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2016, popstar Christina Grimmie was tragically shot during a fan meet-and-greet—an event that shocked the world. In this deeply emotional episode of DEAD Talks, her brother Marcus Grimmie, who was standing beside her that night, recounts the harrowing experience and his ongoing journey of grief and resilience.Marcus shares: His firsthand account of that night and the aftermath of unimaginable loss The founding of his nonprofit dedicated to families impacted by gun violence How humor, community, and advocacy became lifelines in his healing process The raw, unfiltered truths about grief, anger, and resilience This conversation is about love, loss, and the fight to transform tragedy into purpose. Follow Marcus Grimmie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcusgrimmie/?hl=enThe Christina Grimmie Foundation: https://christinagrimmiefoundation.org/ Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠ Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ 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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holidays can be one of the hardest times to face after losing a loved one. In this special episode of DEAD Talks, host David Ferrugio reflects on the unique challenges of navigating grief during the holiday season.David shares: His 23-year journey of facing holidays after losing his father on 9/11 Personal stories that highlight the importance of feeling all emotions, both joy and sorrow Heartfelt audio clips from listeners and insights from past guests Practical ways to cope, from creating new rituals to reframing old traditions This episode is about more than just survival—it’s about remembering that grief and gratitude can exist side by side, and that honoring love is the best way to carry it forward. Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠ Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ 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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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

Hospice Nurse Penny returns to DEAD Talks with her unfiltered perspective on death, dying, and what the end of life really looks like. With years of bedside experience, she shares stories of deathbed visions, spiritual encounters, and the profound lessons the dying teach the living.In this episode, we cover: The reality of working in hospice and what patients reveal in their final days Competing beliefs about the afterlife and how they show up at the bedside How Penny’s work has shaped her view on life, loss, and love Insights from her brand-new book, Influencing Death Penny doesn’t just talk about death—she normalizes it, humanizes it, and shows why the end of life can be the most meaningful part of the journey.Learn more about Nurse Penny and her book "Influencing Death"Follow Hospice Nurse Penny Here Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠ Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ 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. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America’s top psychic medium Matt Fraser joins DEAD Talks to share his insights on the afterlife, spirit guides, and messages from beyond. In this emotional and eye-opening conversation, Matt opens up about: How spirits communicate with the living What really happens to the soul when we die The role of spirit guides in grief and healing A live reading he gives to David, offering personal clarity and connection Matt’s personal stories and professional insights reveal how the bonds of love transcend death and why grief is not the end of connection, but the beginning of a new way of relatingFor more on Matt Fraser: https://meetmattfraser.com/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=copyLink"Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉  https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/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: https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30All 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, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices