Julian Dorey Podcast

#359 - Death Expert on 9/11, Ancient Afterlife Prophecy, Psychics & Reincarnation | David Ferrugio

Nov 25, 2025
David Ferrugio, a death educator and host of 'Dead Talks', shares his poignant experiences of losing his father in 9/11. He discusses the impact of grief on identity, the struggles of being labeled 'the 9/11 kid', and the importance of emotional honesty. David advocates for gratitude over fear and shares insights on neuroplasticity in healing. The conversation also explores past-life regression, soul contracts, and the balance between skepticism and belief in spirituality. His journey reveals how trauma can inspire growth and understanding.
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ANECDOTE

Trauma That Became A Purpose

  • David Ferrugio was 12 when his father died on 9/11, a moment that reshaped his life and became his "why."
  • He started the Dead Talks podcast to normalize conversations about grief and death and to process that loss.
ANECDOTE

The Body's Protective Blackout

  • David described a blackout reaction when he first saw the replay of the towers collapsing and realized his father was gone.
  • He says his body shut down as a defense, creating memory gaps he later worked through.
INSIGHT

Public Grief Brings Support And Burden

  • Public attention after high-profile losses can provide love and support but also becomes overwhelming and intrusive.
  • David learned to weigh intentions of others' comments rather than get derailed by wrong words.
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