My guest today has a fascinating story to share with us. Edward Di Gangi grew up knowing that he was adopted, though it was never discussed in his family. It wasn’t until later in life that he got curious about his birth parents and began a journey that would take him to a few different states, introduce him to a lot of people he would have never met otherwise, and ultimately inspire him to write a memoir about what he found.
Edward is the author of The Gift Best Given- It’s a story of adoption, search, discovery and reunion. Silence your notifications for the next forty-five minutes as Edward and I discuss his story. I feel confident you’ll be glad you spent this time with us.
Unraveling a Hidden Past: Edward Di Gangi’s Memoir- The Gift Best Given
In this episode, Edward Di Gangi shares the compelling journey of his life as an adoptee, detailing how he uncovered the story of his birth parents later in life. Despite a positive adoption experience, Edward’s curiosity led him on an adventure across various states, ultimately inspiring him to write a memoir titled 'The Gift Best Given.'
Alongside host James, Edward discusses the emotional rollercoaster of uncovering his roots, from finding key documents to meeting people who knew his birth mother, an ice skating performer. The episode also explores the profound impacts and complexities of adoption, including Edward’s realization of his mother’s difficult decision and the additional connections he made with newfound family members.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Assumptions
01:01 Meet Edward Di Gangi
01:10 Edward's Adoption Journey Begins
03:35 Discovering the Past
05:16 The Search Intensifies
06:36 Uncovering Family Secrets
07:35 Connecting the Dots
08:19 The Role of Ancestry and DNA Testing
09:09 The Breakthrough Moment
11:38 The Artista Revelation
12:24 The Ice Skating Connection
14:19 The Antiques Dealer Discovery
20:58 Meeting Isabel
25:27 The Adoption Arrangement
28:34 The Gift Best Given
29:00 Emotional Impact of Adoption
29:22 Writing the Book
30:20 The Baby Scoop Era
31:24 Challenges in Research
32:19 Connecting with Birth Family
34:08 Publishing Journey
36:38 Finding the Right Audience
38:12 Personal Reflections
43:17 Future Projects
44:57 Conclusion and Contact Information
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