Living Boldly in the Gray Areas: A Conversation with Ingrid Hu Dahl

 In this soul-stirring episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with author, musician, and feminist leader Ingrid Hu Dahl to unpack the radical power of identity, reinvention, and emotional healing. From navigating a queer, biracial identity in suburban America to finding clarity through horses, punk rock, and feminism, Ingrid shares stories from her memoir Sun Shining on Morning Snow that will have you nodding, laughing, and probably crying too.

This episode is a masterclass in letting go of the old scripts—performance, people-pleasing, perfectionism—and writing your own damn story, one bold, honest moment at a time.

If you're standing at the edge of reinvention, wondering how to live more fully and fiercely, this conversation is your sign. Tune in and take what you need.

Connect with Ingrid: https://www.ingridhudahl.com/
Buy Her Book: Sun Shining on Morning Snow https://www.sunshiningonmorningsnow.com/
Upcoming Events: https://www.sunshiningonmorningsnow.com/events

[00:01:30] - Podcast Welcome and Episode Setup
[00:04:48] - Early Midlife Crisis in Big Tech
[00:07:00] - Identity, Coming Out, Grief, Belonging
[00:14:22] - Queer Awakenings and Representation
[00:24:00] - Mid-Show Break: Newsletter and Event
[00:25:49] - Letting Go: Superiority to Curiosity
[00:36:03] - Horses, Healing, Advice, and Wrap-Up

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Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ 

If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion.

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Ingrid Hu Dahl Event
https://charliesqueerbooks.com/events/2922920250815 

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