Comedian and philosopher Rodney Norman returns to DEAD Talks for a raw and deeply personal conversation on grief, resilience, and finding joy in life’s hardest moments. He opens up about the loss of his brother to cancer, his daughter’s ongoing battle with stage four cancer, and the lessons he’s learned about staying optimistic in the face of overwhelming pain.

Rodney reflects on the importance of presence, laughter, and human connection, showing how love and humor can guide us through even the darkest times. This emotional episode is a testament to resilience, reminding us that hope and meaning can still be found amidst profound loss.

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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. 

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This episode of DEAD Talks explores the hidden battles of mental health through the devastating loss of a sibling to suicide. The conversation dives into the emotional turmoil, long-term effects of grief, and the misconceptions around depression and suicide that often go unseen.

We discuss the importance of seeking therapy, addressing emotions directly, and the healing power of empathy and connection. The episode also highlights the urgent need for awareness, support, and open conversations about mental health, reminding listeners of the critical importance of reaching out—to loved ones, to community, and to ourselves.

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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. ⁠

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What does it mean to truly face death? In this reflective episode of DEAD Talks, we explore the lessons of mortality, family, and culture through a moving piece of writing titled How To Die. Inspired by living across from a hospice care hospital, the writing captures raw insights about life’s fragility, the meaning of death, and the ways our personal experiences shape how we live.

Listeners will hear a powerful reading of these reflections, offering perspective on grief, love, and the universal truths we all must face. It’s an intimate and thought-provoking conversation about mortality, legacy, and the importance of embracing life fully while we can.

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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. ⁠

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Recorded just two weeks before his death, this conversation with Philip Lister and his wife Elena is one of the most powerful episodes of DEAD Talks. Philip speaks openly about facing mortality, the emotional weight of knowing his time was running out, and the strength he drew from love and companionship. Together, Philip and Elena reflect on life, grief, and the courage it takes to let go.

This final interview captures raw insights on dying, the human experience of loss, and what truly matters when death is near. It’s an intimate reminder of the fragility of life and the resilience of the human spirit.

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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. ⁠

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She 'died' and chose to come back after having a massive stroke, when she closed her eyes and opened them on the other side. Amber Cavanagh returns to DEAD Talks Podcas to share the lessons she learned from the other side and the afterlife and what she learned from her Spirit Guides. She explains her three spirit guides, their names and reason for them being there.

What is the purpose of life? Why do some people have near-death experiences and some don't? What is it like on the other side? All of these questions are answered in this episode.

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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.

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After a massive stroke left her clinically dead, she opened her eyes on the other side. In this gripping episode of DEAD Talks, she shares her near-death experience, what she saw in the afterlife, and the lessons she brought back. She describes encounters with spirit guides, insights into life’s greater purpose, and why she chose to return.

This conversation dives into life after death, the purpose of existence, and the powerful spiritual revelations that come with dying and coming back.

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What was it like to sit across from John Wayne Gacy, one of America’s most infamous serial killers? In this chilling episode of DEAD Talks, attorney Karen Conti shares her firsthand experience representing Gacy on death row. She recounts their hours of conversation, his manipulative mind games, and the shocking details he revealed—including the gruesome “Body Book.”

Thirty years after his execution, Conti looks back on the legal circus, the media frenzy, and the unanswered questions that remain. Were there more victims? Did Gacy have accomplices? What secrets went to the grave with him?

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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.

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Why does talking about death make life more meaningful? Hospice Nurse Julie McFadden—known for her viral insights on end-of-life care—returns to DEAD Talks to share powerful lessons from her new book Nothing to Fear: Demystifying Death to Live More Fully.

Julie breaks down deathbed visions, what really happens in the final moments, and how open conversations about dying can ease fear and anxiety. She shares moving stories from her hospice work, explains why knowledge about death changes how we live, and reveals how preparing for the inevitable actually brings peace.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about death, the afterlife, and how to embrace life with less fear and more purpose.

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What really happens behind the scenes of a death investigation in New York City? Barbara Butcher—one of the most prominent medicolegal death investigators in America and featured on Netflix’s Homicide New York—has seen it all. Over her 23-year career, she investigated more than 5,500 death scenes and 680 homicides, from everyday tragedies to some of the nation’s most high-profile disasters.

Barbara recounts her extraordinary work identifying victims, investigating missing persons, and leading forensic responses to events like the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, the crash of Flight 587, and the aftermath of 9/11. She reveals the human side of death investigation: the toll, the resilience, and the meaning behind confronting mortality day after day.

This episode is a rare inside look into crime, grief, and the unspoken realities of death work in one of the world’s busiest cities.

For more on Barbara Butcher including her book "What The Dead Know" visit: https://www.barbarabutcherofficial.com/ 

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Can a near-death experience heal the body as well as the soul? After losing her husband in a traumatic death, Rosemary Ringer’s health began to rapidly decline. She was later diagnosed with cancer—but after a profound near-death experience, she returned not only with visions from the other side, but with her illness completely healed. Doctors had no explanation.

In this extraordinary episode, Rosemary shares the details of her NDE—what she saw, who she encountered, and the powerful spiritual lessons she brought back. We explore the mysteries of death, the meaning of healing, and what her story reveals about life after loss.

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