In this thought-provoking episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Eli Lopian—author of AICracy: Beyond Democracy—to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and governance. With a background in tech and AI innovation, Eli Lopianshares his optimistic vision for how AI can enhance societal well-being, improve policy-making, and reshape democratic…

Are you struggling with chronic illness and feeling like conventional medicine isn’t giving you answers? In this powerful episode of Dead America Podcast, Ed Watters sits down with Dr. Brad Montagne, functional medicine expert and host of ‘Your Health Reclaimed,’ to uncover the hidden truths about epigenetics and chronic disease. Dr. Montagne reveals how your…

Welcome to our conversation with the host of the Wellness for Dating Culture, by Anna Yoo—former educator, two-time pageant winner, and passionate advocate for emotional wellness in relationships. In this podcast, Anna dives into the real reasons dating feels so complicated today. Why is it so hard to find a “good person,” let alone “the…

Perseverance, Healing, and Becoming a Better Man About this episode/series: This podcast series is an honest, unfiltered journey through poverty, addiction, abuse, job loss, family breakup, and the brink of suicide, into choices that lead to recovery, growth, and purpose. The first 25 episodes chronicle my life’s downs and ups and share the hard lessons…

In this insightful episode of the Dead America Podcast host Ed Watters speaks with Barbara Bowman author of What Not To Do at Funerals about practical funeral etiquette and compassionate ways to support grieving families. Barbara breaks down the most common faux pas at funerals and explains how simple thoughtful actions can make a profound…

In this powerful episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Malisa Hepner—author, speaker, podcast host, and licensed clinical social worker—to explore her transformative journey from trauma to healing. Malisa opens up about her childhood marked by neglect and abuse, sharing how she overcame profound emotional darkness to discover her purpose….

In this enlightening episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters welcomes Tigrilla Gardenia—plant advocate, founder of the Naturally Conscious Community, and host of the Reconnect with Plants Wisdom Podcast. Together, they explore the healing power of plants and the profound connection between humans and nature. Tigrilla shares her transformational journey, including a life-changing…

In this deeply moving episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters speaks with Julie Barth—author, mother of six, and founder of the nonprofit Colin James Barth Outreach. Julie shares her powerful journey through grief and trauma, including the heartbreaking loss of her husband and the challenges of raising a special needs child. Her…

In this deeply moving episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters speaks with Susan Snow—trauma resilience coach, speaker, and author—about her powerful journey from personal tragedy to emotional healing and advocacy. Susan recounts the devastating night in 1985 when her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, was killed in the line of duty….

In this inspiring episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Lawrence Harris—youth empowerment speaker, author, and trauma survivor—for a powerful conversation about resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Lawrence began his journey at just fifteen years old, navigating the aftermath of childhood abuse and complex PTSD. Through years of self-discovery and…