Grave Conversations

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Grave Conversations

Grave Conversations is the only show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down! Journey into the depths of human existence as host David Dastmalchian and his celebrity friends delve into personal reflections on mortality, legacy, and the afterlife.SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring the anomalous, the luminous, and the numinous. We’re a community for creators and fans vibrating around common curiosities, shared interests and persistent passions.⁠spectrevisionradio.com⁠⁠linktr.ee/spectrevision⁠

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    David Dastmalchian's Favorite Grave Conversations Moments Ever!

    In this 'Best Of' compilation, host David Dastmalchian shares his personal favorite highlights from the past year. From Jameela Jamil's disastrous Santa Monica story to James Gunn's sentimental tears and Weird Al Yankovic's legacy of weirdness, these stories prove that talking about death can bring out the most human (and hilarious) moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    10 Brushes with Mortality

    In this special look-back, we revisit the most powerful brushes with death ever shared on Grave Conversations.Host David Dastmalchian takes a stroll down memory lane to share 10 deeply personal, funny, and heartbreaking brushes with death from some of our most iconic guests. From Weird Al's terrifying choking incident to Kevin Smith's survival of the 'Widowmaker' heart attack, these stories offer a raw look at what it means to be human.Season 5 of Grave Conversations premieres May 13th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    7 Celeb Burial Requests

    David Dastmalchian counts down the top 7 Celebrity Burial Requests ever heard on Grave Conversations! From Weird Al Yankovic to Cody Rhodes, these stars have some truly bizarre final wishes. Season 5 of Grave Conversations premieres May 13th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Neil deGrasse Tyson

    Neil deGrasse Tyson joins David Dastmalchian in a Titan Casket for the season four finale of Grave Conversations. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson joined David Dastmalchian to discuss the cosmos and other fascinating science topics. This unique podcast brings together celebrity stories and scientific exploration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Orville Peck

    Orville Peck joins David Dastmalchian in a Titan Casket for a surprisingly revealing episode of Grave Conversations. David and Orville dive deep into the psychology of his fringe mask, how it reveals more than it conceals, and how he it became his superpower after a difficult, bullied childhood. He breaks down the grueling grind of his Broadway debut as the MC in Cabaret and details his physical transformation for the new Street Fighter movie.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Bryan Fuller

    In this unforgettable episode of Grave Conversations, host David Dastmalchian invites legendary writer, producer, and director Bryan Fuller (Hannibal, Pushing Daisies, Star Trek) into the "tube of death". Bryan opens up about his fascinating early inspirations—from attending college autopsies to emulate Gillian Anderson in The X-Files, working with horror legend Clive Barker, and his thoughts on mortality. #daviddastmalchian #startrek #hannibal #clivebarker #horrormovies #horror Chapters: 0:00 - Welcome to Grave Conversations 2:05 - Sneaking into Funeral Homes & Autopsies 4:20 - Banning Factory Farming & Animal Empathy 7:40 - Rebranding Hell: Satan’s Party Bus 10:15 - Climate Change & Living Forever 13:30 - Funeral Plans 16:30 - Collaborating with Clive Barker 20:20 - Bryan Fuller's 60-Second Eulogy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Krysten Ritter

    Krysten Ritter (Jessica Jones, Breaking Bad, Dexter: Resurrection) joins David Dastmalchian for a "Grave Conversation" about her darkest roles, her "scrappy" rise to fame, and why she’ll never look at an airplane bathroom the same way again. From her "Goth sister" bond with David to her "fearless" early career risks, Krysten opens up about what she wants her legacy to be—and why she might want a fabulous sculpture at Hollywood Forever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Kevin Pollak

    Welcome to Grave Conversations, the talk show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down for a unique interview experience! You've seen him in some of Hollywood's most beloved movies like The Usual Suspects and A Few Good Men, and now Kevin Pollak joins David Dastmalchian to tell some of his favorite Hollywood stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Nick Viall

    Welcome to Grave Conversations, the talk show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down for a unique interview experience! You've seen him as The Bachelor and on his podcast  @viallfiles , and now he joins David Dastmalchian to talk about his life as a celebrity, fatherhood, and which Kardashian would win the Hunger Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Steve Agee

    Welcome to Grave Conversations, the talk show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down for a unique interview experience! You've seen him as John Economos on DC's Peacemaker, and now he joins David Dastmalchian to talk about his role in Peacemaker, funeral after-parties, and what James Gunn smells like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Erin Moriarty

    Welcome to Grave Conversations, the talk show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down for a unique interview experience! The Boys' Erin Moriarty (Starlight) joins David Dastmalchian to discuss the final season of The Boys and her personal journey through a major health crisis, and much more. It's a conversation that truly puts a new spin on the traditional interview format, making every moment inside the coffin memorable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Weird Al Yankovic

    Welcome to Grave Conversations, the talk show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down! Weird Al Yankovic joins host David Dastmalchian in a casket for a revealing conversation about his biopic, new tour, and so much more. We guarantee a unique interview experience with plenty of jokes and a late night vibe as host David Dastmalchian welcomes his longtime friend and legendary musician to discuss the legacy of "Weird." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Cody Rhodes

    WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes goes toe to toe with David Dastmalchian and gives one of the best reasons why the WWE is the best show on earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Flula Borg

    Flula Borg & David Dastmalchian climb into their Titan Jupiter XLs to dish the nitty gritty on napkin etiquette, zombie-proof gym strategies, and if mannequins should wear clothes. Also, what does the moon smell like, how much sleep does the Joker get, and what is the Mandalorian's TRUE nemesis? Settle in, snuggle up with your stuffed Mort, and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Chrishell Stause

    Real-estate ace Chrishell Stause from Selling Sunset lies down with David Dastmalchian to tour the afterlife. Haunted house disclosures, how she’d sell a Titan casket, and which dessert she’d marry. Also: Spooky dream homes, tree-burial vs. cremation, and the pros and cons of a final blunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Kat McNamara

    Kat McNamara settles in with David Dastmalchian to build playlists for every character from Shadowhunters to Walker Independence.. THEN IT ALL TURNS FERAL - 24-Hour Fitness zombie attacks, charger etiquette and D&D campaigns, & the Eternal Question: Hug VS. Handshake. It’s tender, nerdy, and gloriously morbid, just like David & Kat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Nathan Fillion

    Nathan Fillion (Firefly, Castle, The Rookie) gets comfortable in a casket to discuss life, death, and his role as Green Lantern in Superman! Watch as Nathan talks about the one movie he'd remake, his love for Dr. Pepper, the etiquette of flip-flops at the airport, and his plan if a plane goes down. Plus, don't miss his hilarious self-eulogy with David Dastmalchian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Jameela Jamil

    Jameela Jamil (The Good Place, She-Hulk) finds an unexpected sanctuary in the grave with David Dastmalchian! She and host David Dastmalchian discuss the hilarious comfort of the casket, the joy of being cremated (no fuss, please!), and the struggle to overcome perfectionism in life and death. Jameela proves that even Tahani Al-Jamil can find a way to be self-deprecating and profound in a coffin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Mark Duplass

    Mark Duplass doesn’t want a peaceful passing—he wants front-row seats to his own shark attack. Until then, he’s gabbin' with David Dastmalchian about building cardboard castles, directing death-defying TV, and funding one last “freak adventure” for every friend. Dive in, laugh nervously, and remember to appreciate every reheated cup of coffee while you still can! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Todd McFarlane

    If you're a fan of Spawn, Venom, or Image Comics, you HAVE to watch this Grave Conversation with David Dastmalchian and Todd McFarlane. He explains his personal hero complex—why he relates to Bruce Wayne and why he thinks Batman's "catch and release" policy is flat-out wrong. Plus, his legendary no-vice lifestyle and the story of how he got free beer in high school! What's your favorite McFarlane creation? Let us know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Kevin Smith

    Horror‑host David Dastmalchian cozies up with indie‑film legend Kevin Smith to ponder crunchy cereal mascots, the one film Kevin might remake, and why a well‑timed eulogy can double as a punchline! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Violet McGraw

    David Dastmalchian and M3GAN and M3GAN 2.0's Violet McGraw get crypt-ic while chatting about snacks on a Selena Gomez music video set, stuffed bunnies, learning to trust sushi, Roblox, Swiftie flight plans, and scheming Roombas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    James Gunn

    From the set of Superman to the comfort of a casket with David Dastmalchian, DC Studios CEO James Gunn joins host David Dastmalchian to discuss Superman, his thoughts on death and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Devon Sawa

    From 90s heartthrob to Chucky's nemesis, horror veteran Devon Sawa (Heart Eyes, Final Destination, Idle Hands) joins David Dastmalchian for a grave conversation exploring life, death, and... being eaten by bugs? From thoughts on religion and heaven to friendly hauntings, it’s a killer chat you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Paul Scheer

    Paul Scheer (The League, How Did This Get Made?) joins David Dastmalchian for a grave conversation covering everything from live stand-up comedy to the death of a grandma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Molly Quinn

    David Dastmalchian gets comfy in a casket with Castle's Molly Quinn for a chat that's anything but resting peacefully. From Akron non-memories and baby kangaroos (yes, we know what they're called but feel free to go ALL CAPS in chat so David knows you know) to dodging deadly heatstroke and poor skydiving choices, they unearth wildly unexpected stories together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Joel McHale

    Joel McHale (Community, The Soup) delivers one of the wildest Death Wishes in Grave Conversations history with David Dastmalchian! This is the dark, hilarious existential comedy only Joel McHale can deliver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Rachel True

    Rachel True (The Craft, Half & Half) brings her wonderfully grounded wisdom to the casket! She and host David Dastmalchian discuss the surprising comfort of lying down to die and Rachel’s definitive afterlife plan: getting abducted by aliens and floating away into space. Plus, hear her hilariously simple one-sentence eulogy that summarizes a life well-lived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Seth Green

    Actor, writer, and director Seth Green (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Austin Powers, Robot Chicken) brings his signature chaos to the grave with David Dastmalchian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Betty Who

    Pop powerhouse Betty Who joins host David Dastmalchian in her signature power suit and tie! She reveals the shocking truth behind her most iconic outfit (it was made for Lady Gaga) and confesses her undying, slightly problematic crush on Donatello. Plus, Betty shares her chaotic afterlife plans: being a fun, cheeky ghost who falls in love with a human man. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Lauren LaVera

    Lauren LaVera jumps in the pine box with David Dastmalchian and talks cartoon crushes, grief, and gives us our best YOU-logy yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Kumail Nanjiani

    Kumail Nanjiani goes to the end with David Dastmalchian in an episode that will have you laughing and crying at the same time. This is one you do not want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Jack Quaid

    Jack Quaid (Hughie Campbell in The Boys) is not handling death well with David Dastmalchian, and the existential dread sets in immediately! He and host David Dastmalchian discuss the horrors of the awkward first-date high-five, the struggle to look buff for shirtless scenes, and the surprising comfort in believing in ghosts. The result is a chaotic, charming, and totally honest conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Matthew Lillard

    Matthew Lillard and David Dastmalchian chat from their cozy deathbeds about multivitamins, the problem with geese, wookies, parenting tips, and how to put the FUN back in FUNeral! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Mike Flanagan

    Mike Flanagan lays down with David Dastmalchian for real talk about physical fitness, ancient technology, sharks, ice cream, more sharks, and the underappreciated art of human taxidermy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Kate Siegel

    Kate Siegel (The Haunting of Hill House, The Fall of the House of Usher) gets cozy with host David Dastmalchian and drops some seriously hilarious—and dark—takes on life, death, and celebrity etiquette and her long time collaborator and husband, Mike Flanagan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Grave Conversations is the only show where your favorite celebrities get to lie down! Journey into the depths of human existence as host David Dastmalchian and his celebrity friends delve into personal reflections on mortality, legacy, and the afterlife.SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring the anomalous, the luminous, and the numinous. We’re a community for creators and fans vibrating around common curiosities, shared interests and persistent passions.⁠spectrevisionradio.com⁠⁠linktr.ee/spectrevision⁠

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