DEAD Talks

In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of DEAD Talks, David Ferrugio sits down with ALOK, internationally acclaimed author, poet, and performer, for one of the most profound conversations we've ever had. We dive deep into death, grief, identity, the illusion of control, the meaning of presence, and how love and loss are inextricably linked. ⁠⁠For more on ALOK click here⁠⁠ [https://alokvmenon.komi.io/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAado7ebrJKB9TY3nS2ld9CKa96DZiaI_1kLEgNyd3A0lPoEOt0WygK8Ean9m5A_aem_KvUmEQUlLNiU_2RFeTyeNg]  We also explore: * Why death is essential to understanding life * The spiritual and political power of grief * Using comedy to break the silence around pain * The beauty of impermanenceThe societal fear of feeling — and how to fight itHow to love without fear of loss Whether you're grieving, curious about mortality, or looking for meaning in the chaos — this is the episode for you. Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ [https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] 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 [https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dead-talks?ref_id=39247&utm_campaign=39247&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=DEAD%2BTalks%2B] Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ [https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/] 10% off Neurogum⁠ [https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30] 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 [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 [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_jnuH15XMk2Vx_7_-aIAw], ⁠Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/DeadTalkingPodcast/], ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/deadtalkspodcast/?hl=en], ⁠TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@deadtalkspodcast] + ⁠more⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/deadtalks] ⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠ [http://www.deadtalks.net/]

When Grace Wethor was 13, she was told she had six months to live. Ten years later, she’s not only alive—she’s thriving, advocating, creating, and inspiring thousands with her story. For more on Grace Wethor: www.thegracewethor.com [https://www.thegracewethor.com/] In this intimate episode of DEAD Talks, Grace dives into: * What it was like to be given an 8% survival rate * Why living became scarier than dying * The loneliness, bullying, and unexpected beauty in diagnosis * How she transformed her pain into power and her story into purpose * Her fight for pediatric cancer awareness in Washington D.C. * This episode will shift your perspective on life, death, grief, time, and what it means to truly live. 🔔 Follow the show and leave a review to support more vulnerable, real conversations about grief, mortality, and meaning. Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ [https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] 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 [https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dead-talks?ref_id=39247&utm_campaign=39247&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=DEAD%2BTalks%2B] Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉  ⁠⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠⁠ [https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/] ⁠10% off Neurogum⁠⁠ [https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30] 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 [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 [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_jnuH15XMk2Vx_7_-aIAw], ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/DeadTalkingPodcast/], ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/deadtalkspodcast/?hl=en], ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@deadtalkspodcast] + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/deadtalks] ⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠ [http://www.deadtalks.net/]

In this deeply moving episode of DEAD Talks, David Ferrugio is joined by mental health advocate and suicide survivor Kevin Hines, one of the few people to survive a jump from the Golden Gate Bridge. Kevin opens up about the moment he believed he had to end his life—and the revelation that he was wrong. Together, they explore the mental health crisis, the power of hope, and how gut health, stigma, trauma, and resilience all play a role in suicide prevention. This episode is a raw, honest, and life-saving conversation that touches on: * The truth about suicidal ideation * Why gut health is connected to mental health * The importance of listening over fixing * The ripple effect of suicide on loved ones * How we can better support people before it’s too late If you're struggling, know someone who is, or want to better understand the signs and solutions, this is an episode that needs to be heard. Resources & Kevin’s Links: ⁠beacons.ai/kevinhinesstory⁠ Subscribe & share this episode to help normalize life-saving conversations. Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ [https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] 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 [https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dead-talks?ref_id=39247&utm_campaign=39247&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=DEAD%2BTalks%2B] Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉  ⁠⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠⁠ [https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/] ⁠10% off Neurogum⁠⁠ [https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30] 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 [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 [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_jnuH15XMk2Vx_7_-aIAw], ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/DeadTalkingPodcast/], ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/deadtalkspodcast/?hl=en], ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@deadtalkspodcast] + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/deadtalks] ⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠ [http://www.deadtalks.net/]

Grief isn’t just for people. In this heartfelt episode of DEAD Talks, host David Ferrugio sits down with Jackie, a pet loss companion known as Rainbow Bridge Reyna, to explore the deep, often unspoken pain of losing a beloved pet. From the soul-level bond she had with her dog Riley, to the complex emotions of anticipatory grief and euthanasia, Jackie opens up about why pet loss can be just as profound as losing a person. If you’ve ever struggled with the grief of losing a dog, cat, or animal companion—or are supporting someone who is—this episode is a powerful reminder that your pain is valid, and you are not alone. For more on Rainbow follow her on Instagram @rainbowbridgeraina [https://www.instagram.com/rainbowbridgeraina/]  Topics include: * Grieving your soul dog or cat * Anticipatory grief and pet cancer * The stigma of mourning a pet * Euthanasia, afterlife, and the Rainbow Bridge * How to support others through pet loss Whether you're in the middle of loss or reflecting on a beloved pet’s memory, this conversation offers comfort, relatability, and a new perspective on love, grief, and healing. Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ [https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] 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 [https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dead-talks?ref_id=39247&utm_campaign=39247&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=DEAD%2BTalks%2B] Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉  ⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠ [https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/] 10% off Neurogum⁠ [https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30] 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 [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 [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_jnuH15XMk2Vx_7_-aIAw], ⁠Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/DeadTalkingPodcast/], ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/deadtalkspodcast/?hl=en], ⁠TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@deadtalkspodcast] + ⁠more⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/deadtalks] ⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠ [http://www.deadtalks.net/]

He had to learn to raise his kids alone after losing his wife. CJ Infantino shares the raw truth of losing both his wife and estranged father, becoming a solo dad to three kids, and how grief, anger, and identity crisis shaped his life. From anticipatory grief and mental health battles to healing through primal screams, somatic therapy, and dark humor, this is an unfiltered look at what it means to truly live after devastating loss. For more on today's guest: ⁠UNVOICED: Connected in Grief⁠ [https://unvoiced.link/p/deaadtalks] Instagram: ⁠@cjinfantino⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/cjinfantino/] & ⁠@unvoicedco⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/unvoicedco/] TikTok: ⁠@unvoiced_grieftalks⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@unvoiced_grieftalks] Join the ⁠⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠⁠ [https://patreon.com/deadtalks?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] 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 [https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dead-talks?ref_id=39247&utm_campaign=39247&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=DEAD%2BTalks%2B] Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: 👉  ⁠⁠https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/⁠⁠ [https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/] ⁠10% off Neurogum⁠⁠ [https://neurogum.com/?utm_commission=deadtalkspodcast&platform=grin&link_id=1654933&token=WtumfL5E9dMY2DxZOVhMDDU7Z1f0OkyV&contact_id=8c837874-1ae8-4097-96fb-4809bfd0b22f&attribution_window=30] 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 [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 [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_jnuH15XMk2Vx_7_-aIAw], ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/DeadTalkingPodcast/], ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/deadtalkspodcast/?hl=en], ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@deadtalkspodcast] + ⁠⁠more⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/deadtalks] ⁠⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.deadtalks.net/]