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  • What She Saw After Dying in Surgery (NDE) #239

    In this powerful episode of DEAD Talks, Tricia shares her real near-death experience after being clinically dead during surgery following a devastating car accident. She describes leaving her body, watching doctors operate on her, encountering angels and divine light, traveling through space, and feeling the pull of prayers from her loved ones.


    Tricia reveals what she believes happens after death, how her experience reshaped her understanding of God, fear, love, and consciousness — and why she believes life continues beyond the body.


    This episode explores:

    Near-death experiences • The afterlife • Life after death • Reincarnation • Spiritual awakening • Soul purpose • Consciousness • Grief & healing


    For more on Tricia Barker:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triciabarkerangelcommunicator

    Website: https://triciabarkernde.com/  


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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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    1 hr 2 min
  • Bernie Mac’s Final Days — His Daughter Tells the Full Story (#238)

    Bernie Mac’s daughter tells the full story of her father’s final days — from the ICU to the night he died.

    In this emotional episode of DEAD Talks, she shares what really happened during Bernie Mac’s last hospitalization, the medical complications, and the moment she received the call that changed her life forever.

    Beyond the details of his death, she reflects on:
    • Growing up as Bernie Mac’s only child
    • Watching a parent decline
    • The shock of sudden loss
    • Depression and grief
    • Becoming a parent without her father
    • How loss reshapes identity and family

    This is a deeply personal account of grief, legacy, and what it means to live after losing a parent the world loved.

    DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio explores death, grief, healing, and the human experience through real conversations.


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    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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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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    1 hr
  • Signs From The Afterlife: The Undeniable Sign Her Husband Sent After Death (#237)

    A widow receives an undeniable sign from her late husband—one so specific it stopped her in her tracks. Alexis shares the emotional story behind the number 777, the string of signs that began right after Tanner died, and the moment in an airport parking garage that convinced her he was still with her.

    This episode dives deep into spiritual signs, grief milestones, birthdays after loss, returning to work, widowhood, and the mysterious connections that continue after someone passes. A moving, unforgettable conversation about love, loss, and validation from the other side.

    Perfect for listeners seeking comfort, spiritual insight, or real stories that prove grief doesn’t end the relationship—it only changes it.


    Story told by Alexis: @alexisspshea


    If you're looking for Grief Support check out our new Grief Journey App

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    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


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      10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks
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    10 min
  • He Found Hidden Letters After She Died | Mike Allio on Grief & Fatherhood (#236)

    After losing his wife, Laura, Mike Allio was left to raise their young son alone. In this emotional episode of DEAD Talks, host David Ferrugio dives deep into Mike’s journey through grief, fatherhood, and finding purpose again. From the hidden letters his wife left behind to the moment he realized he still had to show up for his child, this is an unforgettable conversation about love that endures even after death.

    Follow Mike Allio here: ⁠@michael_alliol4⁠


    Support the Show Join the ⁠DEAD Talks Patreon⁠ for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!

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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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠www.deadtalks.net

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    1 hr 9 min
  • 9/11 Took My Dad — His Best Friend Tells the Story (#235)

    He lost his best friend. I lost my dad.
    Twenty-five years after September 11th, we sit down to talk about that day, the years of grief that followed, and the love that still connects us.

    In this powerful conversation, my Uncle Augie — my dad’s best friend — shares what it was like inside the World Trade Center that morning, how survival guilt shaped his life, and the lessons we’ve both learned about love, loss, and legacy.

    🎧 Listen if you’ve ever lost someone and wondered how to keep their memory alive.
    This is one of the most honest and emotional episodes of DEAD Talks — a podcast about death, grief, and what it means to truly live.

    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


    Exclusive Discounts


    10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks
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    1 hr 2 min
  • When the Dead Speak: Faith, Energy & What It Means to Be Alive — with Susie Abromeit (#234)

    What if the afterlife tried to reach you first?


    In this episode, David Ferrugio speaks with actress and podcaster Susie Abromeit about hearing messages from the dead, intuition, and signs that challenged everything she believed about faith and fear.

    They explore energy, grief, and consciousness—asking whether these experiences are spiritual truth, psychological power, or something in between.


    For more of Susie Abromeit: @susieabromeit

    Check out her podcast here: Great Ones Podcast


    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


    Exclusive Discounts


    10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks
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    1 hr 8 min
  • She Died and Came Back — My Mom’s Near-Death Experience (#233)

    What happens when your mom’s heart stops — and she comes back with stories from the other side? In this deeply personal episode, I talk with my mom about her near-death experience after going into cardiac arrest in 2023.

    She describes seeing my late father, feeling a love beyond words, and being told she had to return. We talk about what it means to live after dying, how it reshaped her faith, and how love continues beyond death.

    Listen if you’ve ever questioned the afterlife, grief, or the meaning of being here at all.


    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


    Exclusive Discounts


    10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks
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    1 hr
  • She Asked God for a Sign After Her Dad Died… and Got It (#232)

    When journalist and TV host Sharon Lee Carpenter lost her father to cancer, it changed everything — including how she saw life, God, and the afterlife. In this heartfelt episode, Sharon opens up to David Ferrugio about the signs that convinced her her dad was still with her, and how spiritual teachers like Abraham Hicks and Dr. Joe Dispenza helped her heal.

    Together, they explore what it means to live while grieving, the idea of energy and consciousness beyond death, and David’s reminder that we don’t need to die while we’re alive.

    Listen for a blend of grief, humor, and higher perspective that makes DEAD Talks one of the most honest podcasts about death and what comes next.

    For more on Sharon Lee Carpenter Click Here

    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


    Exclusive Discounts


     10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks
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    1 hr 6 min
  • Medium Explains What Happens When We Die (#231)

    Psychic medium Sean Collyns joins David Ferrugio on DEAD Talks to explore what happens after death, soul contracts, reincarnation, and the purpose of grief. In one of the most emotional episodes to date, Sean connects David with his late father—who died on 9/11—and shares profound insights on why “hell exists only on Earth.”

    This conversation will make you rethink everything you know about death, purpose, and the afterlife.


    For More On Sean: @seancollynsmedium


    Support the ShowJoin the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


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     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


    Exclusive Discounts

    10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net

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    1 hr 14 min
  • Medium Explains The Afterlife and Connects Me With My Dad (#230)

    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.

    Follow DEAD Talks for more real conversations on grief, loss, and what lies beyond.


    Support the Show
    Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $2/mo to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!


    Hats, Shirts, Hoodies + More: Shop Here


     “Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.


    Exclusive Discounts


    10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.


    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.


    Connect with DEAD Talks
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    1 hr 49 min

About DEAD Talks

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DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio is a podcast about death, grief, loss, and what it means to truly live. After losing his father on 9/11, David created a space for honest, emotional, and sometimes funny conversations about the one thing we all face but rarely talk about.

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