My Family’s 9/11 Story: Grief, Healing & Resilience (#173)

I sit down with my family to recount our experiences from September 11th, 2001—the day we lost our father, and my mother lost her husband. Recorded at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City, this raw and intimate conversation explores the initial shock, the lifelong impact of that day, and the complexities of grieving together as a family. We reflect on the enduring emotions of loss, resilience, hope, and despair, sharing personal stories of pain alongside the strength that carried us forward. This episode offers a heartfelt look into the bonds of family, the power of collective healing, and the ways love endures in the face of unimaginable tragedy. Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5 to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. 10% off Neurogum⁠ made with sustainably-sourced natural caffeine, L-theanine, as well as vitamins B6 and B12, which have been scientifically shown to boost attention and enhance focus. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: ⁠Shop Here⁠ ⁠All links to everything DEAD Talks⁠ 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. ⁠ Follow DEAD Talks Podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠ + ⁠more⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.deadtalks.net⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices