DEAD Talks

Ministry with death | Dr. Hubert Cunningham

Hubert Cunningham is a Certified Funeral Celebrant in Tennessee who comes from 40 years as a United Methodist Minister. In those years he wanted to work with people who were grieving where there seemed to be gap in the religious realm. His interest in death and dying he started to network with people in the field of death and now has a business called "Healing Works Institute" and offers funeral services in a way that is against the grain of a traditional way. His unique take on grieving/grief and how it applies to the traditional methods.
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Funerals: A different way to do them | Elizabeth Meyer Karansky

Acclaimed funeral director Elizabeth Meyer Karansky and a founder of Farewelling has transformed the funeral process and the end-of-life experience into "farewelling," a new way to think about, talk about and plan for one of life's most personal journeys. Elizabeth shares her own experience with losing her father that lead her on the path she's on now truly helping others and approaching the subject of death with genuine care, humanity and humor. Farewelling provides users with everything they need to personalize the end-of-life experience in a more modern and streamlined way. 
www.myfarewelling.com
IG: @myfarewelling
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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She was pregnant and killed by a drunk | James Alvarez

His wife was six weeks away from her due date when she was struck by an alleged DUI driver in an SUV while on a walk. Doctors were able to save the couple’s daughter, Adalyn Rose, who was delivered after an emergency C-Section. James relives the viral story and shares in emotional detail the night she passed all the way to today where he is a widowed father and how he has grieved. In a highly emotional episode we see the growth from pain and inspiration. This story went viral and now this story has turned into empowerment for single fathers, those grieving, how to deal with grief and advocacy against driving under the influence and parenting. 
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Article: Pregnant woman killed by alleged DUI driver gives birth to 'miracle' baby
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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How death relates to eating disorders | Jacqueyln LaRusso, LPC

Joined by a Licensed Professional Counsellor focused on eating disorder recovery and trauma healing who speaks on how her patients and death go hand in hand. The importance of finding meaning to heal through a disorder that has a detrimental effect on ones mind as well as on the body. She explains in detail what she's learned from her own experience personally, professionally and how she's been able to grow for herself and for her clients. 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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How to embrace grief and death | Marifel

Marifel is a space holder and a guide for life & death. She offers her service to those at the end of life and has created different outlets to promote the conversation around death. She doesn't consider herself a "Death Doula"; but, may be the closest description. Having been exposed to death often around patients as a respiratory nurse she's developed knowledge and a craving to help those around the topic of death. 
www.peacingout.com via Marifel
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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The Days Before He Died | Vance Lichtenberger

Vance's father committed suicide just 7 days after he felt their relationship started to become positive. As sad of a story it is, he flips it, picked up the pieces and started a whole new life from the moment his dad passed. He explains how he turned his grieving process into a complete transformation to take control of his life. 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Talking to a medium | Tara Brandel

Joined by a Mystical Advisor focused on Tarot Readings, Palm Readings, Reiki Energy Work, Astrology and Medium work. Tara shares her origin story which includes loss and how she's tapped into her current talents regarding her readings and ability to connect with the other side. Outside of this episode, I worked with Tara and joined her in my own personal session where my father came through and in this conversation we go over my personal experience and meaning behind it all. Join us with a very interesting conversation about the mystical part of life, life and death and more about her work process along with tremendously powerful stories that may make a non-believer believe.
For all inquiries to Mystical Advisor, Tara Brandel: tbrandelrrt@gmail.com 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Hospice: Life and Death | Nurse Hadley

Hadley is a registered nurse with a specialty in hospice and palliative care near New Orleans. She is inspiring people to live your life to the fullest through storytelling and advice from her patients at the end of their life. The work Hadley and those in Hospice are doing having to be so close to death on a constant basis is truly amazing. On this episode tune in and hear how Hadley gets through it, how she see's life through the eyes of her patients and how she remains remarkably positive. In her words, she believes that "by connecting those who have lived a full life to those who still have a lot of life left to live, we can learn to live better."
 
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IG: @Nurse.Hadley
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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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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Grief Advice From a Grief Expert | Claire Bidwell Smith

Author and renowned Grief expert, Claire Bidwell Smith, shares how she was lead by her own experiences with grief & offers some thoughts and methods you can apply. She's authored three popular books, The Rules of Inheritance, After This: When Life is Over Where Do We Go? and Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief. She's smart, easy to talk to, funny, extremely insightful and we had a blast covering various topics of grief (+ life) and much more. 
 
For more on Claire Bidwell Smith:
 
IG: @clairebidwellsmith
www.clairebidwellsmith.com
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
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Suicidal Thoughts | Jeff Landreville

Jeff explains a story taking place in Massachusetts of his friend who showed no warning signs and chose to take his own life one night. This is a jam packed episode of fascinating and entertaining stories of his own personal journey as well where he got to a breaking point of considering suicide, himself. When two east coaster step in to a podcast room it tends to be loud so enjoy some deep interpretive conversation with plenty of jokes mixed in. 
Guest: @jeff_landreville
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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A Children’s Book About Death | Patrice Karst

Best selling picture book "The Invisible String" has been used by parents, educators, therapists, and social workers alike have declared The Invisible String the perfect tool for coping with all kinds of separation anxiety, loss, and grief. Patrice Karst shares her theory and story on how this tale came about. Initially written for her own child this book has grown to be a great method for introducing the conversation of loss for children as well as helping adults cope. 
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For more on Patrice Karst visit her at www.patricekarst.com
Purchase "The Invisible String" on Amazon
Other similar books are "The Invisible Leash"  & "The Invisible Web"
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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”It’s Me God” Candace Cheatwood

Only a senior in College at FSU, Candace Cheatwood, was blindsided when she learned her boyfriend was diagnosed with Testicular cancer. For two years he battled and she was right by his side caring for him til his last day. Image being in your last year of college and have to take on that responsibility. My last year of college the priority was not to have any morning classes so I didn’t go in hungover.  I was impressed with her strength and decisiveness to let her feel her feelings and cope with the grief how she saw best for her. Join us on this journey of how one experience can change your perspective on life forever.
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Bridging Heaven & Earth | Eileen Daley

Sometimes labeled an empath, psychic or medium, Eileen Daley was born with gifts to help people bridge the gap of life and death. Through her life experiences she's developed an online course, "Finding Calm In Chaos", where she offers four modules with a systemic approach for assessing your chaos and stress triggers while also providing helpful tips and fun techniques to find your inner calmness.
She shares her experiences connecting with the other side including one powerful story that hit home for me regarding those that died on September 11th that rocked me a bit. Tune in for a unique view on life and death and perhaps you'll find some peace.
Eileen Daley: www.daleygift.com
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Generational Trauma | Jake Malott

Death with life is a full circle story on how the death of his grandfather took him down a path of personal dissection and deciphered meaning from his loss. Jake finds comedy in tragedy and breaks the family cycle, how he's grown up a large part of his life without a father figure and how it was all discovered from the death of his grandfather. He vulnerably gets in detail about his life and pulls it all together midway on how it connects to this passing. 
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Finding Prupose | Erika Tran

Joined by Reiki Master, Oncology Reiki Practitioner, Intuitive Healer and NLP Practitioner who discovered the ability to connect with those who have passed. The episode starts with her explanation that my father, who died, was in the room with us during the recording. We also hear her impact with cancer patients and her own personal loss that has directed her own purpose in life. 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Widowed Twice | Norman Buckley

Norman Buckley, a TV director on Pretty Little Liars, Gossip Girl, The OC and many more, dives into his story of how he's lost two partners over the last few decades and how he's overcome these deaths. With two completely different passings in that his first partner died to AIDS and his second took his own life, Norman had to navigate two different grieving experiences courageously. It was a pleasure hearing his insights and how he's so optimistic today. 
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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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Not having a brother anymore | Dan Hahn

"You now have a new reality that you have to deal with." On this episode our guest, Dan Hahn, tells us like it is starting with the powerful story of his brother who overdosed 18 years ago this year. We tap into how death can impact your relationships and even your physical body. Dans level of immediate acceptance lets us enter in to the pros and cons of such grieving. In the back half of this episode we get quite deep into the meaning we have on this life and if we do in fact matter...
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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A Whole Lot Of Trauma | Garrett Schecher

Today's guest shares three unique and entertaining stories about how death has impacted his life through the loss of three different people. He discusses his evolved belief system and how these deaths (or, haven't) effected those beliefs, a lucid dream experience where his grandfather came to him and we even jump into psychedelics. We had plenty of laughs through all of this despite plenty of deep conversations. In the second half of this episode Garrett shares a very personal traumatic event in his life that has nothing to do with death. Came as a big surprise and his explanation of healing and forgiveness is one we all could take note of.
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Death Doula | Jessie Kavanaugh

Jessie speaks on being a Death Doula and her unique methods of healing. She's a Conscious Creator, Soul-Centered Coach, Reiki Healer and Master Herbalist along with being a Death Doula. She shares her own process of grieving the death of her father and how others can apply her practice. 
@Jessie_Kavaluna on IG
 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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Growing up fast because of Death

Rebecca's terminally ill sister was given a short time to live early in her life and battled for years before she finally passed. With having to take care of her and grieving at an early age she was forced to grow up quicker than most. 
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. Grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma or whatever it may be, DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about. You may cry; but, you also may laugh.
 
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