DEAD Talks Comedian Ari Shaffir on Religion, Death & What Comes After (#194)
In this provocative and hilarious episode of DEAD Talks, comedian Ari Shaffir joins David Ferrugio for a conversation that dives deep into religion, death, and the afterlife—through the raw and unapologetic lens only Ari can bring.
From psychedelic trips to personal encounters with mortality, Ari shares candid stories and challenges traditional beliefs about life, faith, and what might come after. With his signature mix of humor and brutal honesty, he reflects on:
- How psychedelics shaped his worldview
- The role of belief and religion in facing mortality
- Personal experiences with loss and death
- Why laughter and irreverence can make heavy topics more human
This episode is equal parts funny, unsettling, and thought-provoking—a reminder that even the darkest subjects can spark unexpected clarity when met with honesty (and a little humor).
Ari has a new special on netflix called "Ari Shaffir: America's Sweetheart"
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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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