Susan Lieu
Susan Lieu is a Vietnamese American playwright, performer, author, and multi-hyphenate storyteller. Through her book, podcast, and live performances, she takes audiences on a journey of healing intergenerational trauma, embracing authenticity, and finding boldness in vulnerability. She is the creator of the acclaimed solo show '140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother,' and her debut memoir, The Manicurist's Daughter (Celadon), was an Apple Book Pick of the Month with accolades from The New York Times, NPR Books, Elle Magazine, and The Washington Post.
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March 25, 2025
Susan Lieu Breaks Family Silence Through Art and Healing: The Weight of Grief
In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Susan Lieu, a Vietnamese American playwright, performer, and author, who shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery after losing her mother at a young age. Through her art, Susan has found a way to process her pain, reclaim her narrative, and inspire others to embrace vulnerability and the power of storytelling.
Guest: Susan Lieu