What happens after we die? Can mediums really talk to the dead?

In this episode of DEAD Talks, I speak with a psychic medium about grief, the afterlife, and the signs our loved ones send us. We dive into what death teaches us, how mediums connect across the veil, and why skeptics may be missing the point.

👉 At the end of this episode, she gives me a live reading that wasn't planned

Topics include: grief, afterlife, signs from loved ones, psychic readings, near-death experiences, and the possibility of life after death.

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About DEAD Talks

  DEAD 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.

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His mother’s cancer. His friend’s murder. Standup comic Harrison Skopes faced unthinkable back-to-back tragedies—and turned to comedy to survive.

In this episode of DEAD Talks:

• Facing grief and trauma in court
• Finding humor in tragedy

Lessons on resilience, death, and living fully

For more on Harrison Skopes: ⁠@hskopes⁠

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About DEAD Talks

  DEAD 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.

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A raw conversation about grief, loss, and mental health. Katie shares her story of losing both her mother and brother to suicide, the anxiety and PTSD that followed, and the long process of finding peace again. This episode is about more than pain—it’s about resilience, patience, and the reminder that it doesn’t stay this dark forever.

Guest: ⁠Katie Schlegel⁠

Content note: discussion of suicide (non-graphic, recovery-focused).

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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lessons hidden in loss and the meaning we can take from it.

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Disclaimer: The following conversation was recorded with Joe Exotic with his full knowledge and consent. The views and opinions expressed are solely his and do not necessarily reflect those of the DEAD Talks Podcast or its host. Nothing in this episode should be taken as legal advice, factual findings, or endorsements regarding his case.

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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What if your dead mom kept sending you signs? From an impossible phone call on Mother’s Day to strange synchronicities and powerful moments of connection, Colin Havey shares the unbelievable stories that changed his beliefs about grief, love, and the afterlife. This episode of DEAD Talks explores how signs from those we’ve lost can reshape the way we live.

Guest: @colinhavey

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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Blind since birth, Mike Hingson was on the 78th floor of the World Trade Center when the planes hit on September 11th, 2001. With his guide dog Roselle, he navigated chaos, panic, and smoke to escape.

In this powerful conversation, Mike shares:

• What really happened inside the Towers
• Lessons of leadership, resilience, and grief
• How to face the unexpected with courage

🎧 Available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and all podcast platforms.

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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Rabbi Manis Friedman joins me on DEAD Talks to unpack some of life’s biggest questions: Why are we here? Why do we fear death? What really happens after we die?

From Judaism’s view on the afterlife, reincarnation, heaven, and resurrection, to the universal search for meaning and purpose.

💡 In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Why Judaism teaches bringing God to earth is more important than “getting to heaven”
• Why death is temporary and nobody dies “by accident”
• What the process of dying looks like according to Jewish teachings
• Reincarnation, resurrection, and the soul’s journey after death
• The difference between purpose and love — and why humans need to be needed

For more on Rabbi Manis Friedman ⁠CLICK HERE⁠

Whether you’re religious, spiritual, or simply curious about life after death, this episode will make you think differently about existence, grief, and what it means to truly live.

🔥 Watch until the end — Rabbi Friedman reveals a powerful perspective on grief, heaven, and why we should stop believing in death.

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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Ricki Lake joins David on DEAD Talks to share her deeply personal journey through grief, resilience, and rediscovering joy. She opens up about losing her husband, the challenges of navigating heartbreak, and finding love again later in life. With candor and warmth, Ricki reflects on her career, her personal struggles, and the life lessons that emerged from loss.

If you’ve ever faced grief or wondered how to rebuild a meaningful life after tragedy, this conversation offers both comfort and inspiration.

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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In this deeply moving episode of DEAD Talks, David Ferrugio speaks with Anita Moorjani, internationally bestselling author and speaker, about her extraordinary near-death experience during end-stage cancer.

Anita shares how she slipped into a coma, left her body, and experienced a state of pure love, awareness, and connection — and how this transformed her understanding of life, death, and healing. Within weeks of returning, her cancer was gone.

We explore:
* What Anita experienced beyond her body during her NDE
* How the feeling of unconditional love changed her forever
* The connection between fear, illness, and healing
* Why she no longer fears death — and what that means for living
* Practical wisdom for living fully now, not later

📚 Books by Anita Moorjani: Dying to Be Me, What If This Is Heaven?, Sensitive Is the New Strong

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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Patricia Oliver, mother of Joaquin “Guac” Oliver, joins David Ferrugio on the DEAD Talks Podcast to share her journey of grief, resilience, and advocacy after the Parkland school shooting. Patricia opens up about losing her son in the tragedy, transforming unimaginable pain into purpose, and building a legacy of change in his honor.

Through Change the Ref, the foundation inspired by Joaquin’s spirit, Patricia has turned grief into activism—using art, storytelling, and powerful campaigns to raise awareness about gun violence and support families facing the same heartbreak.

In this conversation, Patricia reflects on:

• The day her world changed in Parkland
• Messages and signs she’s received from Joaquin
• How grief reshaped her life and identity
• The spiritual healing that keeps her moving forward
• Turning loss into activism through Change the Ref

This episode is a powerful reminder of how love, loss, and resilience can fuel lasting change.

Links to Patricia Oliver's work:

⁠Change The Ref⁠⁠

Lush Sonflower Bath Bomb Fund Raising⁠

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About DEAD Talks

 DEAD 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.

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