Unraveling Identity: Ed Di Gangi’s Search for His Birth Mother & The Power of Adoption Stories

In this deeply moving episode of Vulnerability Muscle, host Reggie D. Ford sits down with Ed Di Gangi, an adoptee who embarked on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery at the age of 69. Adopted at birth in New York City, Ed never sought out his birth family—until a visit to a cemetery changed everything.

Over eight years of DNA testing, archival research, and serendipitous discoveries, Ed uncovered a fascinating story of resilience, love, and identity. His birth mother, once an unknown figure, was revealed to be a renowned ice skater who traveled the world in the 1940s and ‘50s. Through meticulous research, Ed pieced together his birth mother’s emotional and physical journey, leading to his bestselling memoir, "The Gift Best Given."

Join us as Ed shares:
How a simple visit to a cemetery sparked a life-changing journey
The emotional revelations of uncovering his birth mother’s story
The challenges of reconciling identity as an adoptee
Why he believes adoption is often misunderstood and how it shaped his life
His inspiring perspective on gratitude, vulnerability, and resilience
The upcoming release of his second book, "Gliding Through Goodbye", chronicling his birth mother’s journey
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever questioned their roots, struggled with identity, or wants to understand the power of self-acceptance.

Contact Info:
Website: www.digangiauthor.com
Email: edward.digangi.author@gmail.com
Books:
The Gift Best Given: A Memoir – Available anywhere books are sold
Gliding Through Goodbye – Releasing June 2025