{"podcast":{"title":"The FxCK YOU 50s","slug":"the-fxck-you-50s-7195612","podcast_index_feed_id":7195612,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/SOMC4250937561","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/9001ef5c-d08c-11f0-9e67-2fffb6c8fb52/image/1863d1d6c3cc99edbe83ab13f0bc40b7.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Andrea Claire","episode_count":42,"summary":"The FxCK YOU 50s is an unfiltered, unapologetic, and fiercely honest podcast hosted by Andrea Claire, a veteran of the fashion and beauty industry with over 30 years of experience. Designed specifically for women who are \"done with aging gracefully,\" the show dismantles the commercialized myths of midlife and challenges the brands that try to sell \"solutions\" to invented \"problems.\" Andrea moves the conversation far beyond your mother’s \"aging with grace\" tea party. Instead, she creates a space for gritty, real-talk discussions about the realities of being 50+, covering everything from medical gaslighting and career pivots to reclaiming sexual intimacy and navigating the patriarchy. Andrea and her guests aren't just surviving midlife they are rebuilding it in their own image. This show is about total personal sovereignty. If you’re looking for a polite conversation about knitting, keep scrolling. If you’re ready to own your power, pull up a chair, you’re home. The Guest List: Meet the Agitators: Women Who Refuse to Fade Out From a legal titan to a pelvic floor physiotherapist, the guest roster is a masterclass in living out loud: Julie Tyas: A family law powerhouse who gets real a…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T02:17:04.086791+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fxck-you-50s-7195612"},"episode":{"title":"Syd Bosel: Becoming a Comedian Over 50","slug":"syd-bosel-becoming-a-comedian-over-50","published_at":"2026-03-11T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fxck-you-50s-7195612/syd-bosel-becoming-a-comedian-over-50","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fxck-you-50s-7195612","url":"https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/SOMC2783915395.mp3?updated=1772832225","audio_url":"https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/SOMC2783915395.mp3?updated=1772832225","summary":"Guest: Syd Bosel 🎤 Canadian Nationally Touring Stand-up Comic | Featured on CBC’s The Debaters & Winnipeg Comedy Festival. In this episode, we’re joined by the hilarious Syd Bosel, a nationally touring Canadian stand-up comic who proves that it’s never too late to find your mic. After three decades as a Family Support Worker, Syd hit the stage at 55 and never looked back. We dive deep into the \"fine art\" of stand-up, the reality of being the oldest person in the greenroom, and how she navigates ageism with wit. Syd opens up about using the stage to address the heavy stuff—surviving breast cancer and navigating life with a partner living with dementia—and the profound conversations that happen with audience members long after the lights go down. It’s an honest look at creativity, the comedy community, and why \"waiting for the right time\" is a myth. The Midlife Pivot: Transitioning from 30 years in social work to the comedy circuit. The Greenroom Dynamic: Navigating ageism and the joy of collaborating with the \"young guns\" of the industry. Healing Through Humor: Using stand-up as a platform for difficult subjects like cancer and dementia. The \"After-Show\" Impact: The deep, emotional connections made with audience members who see their own lives reflected on stage. What’s Next: Preparing for the Halifax Comedy Festival and the future of her comedic career. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: Podcast Website IG @TheFxCKYOU50s LinkedIn YouTube Connect with Syd here: IG: @boselsyd FB: Syd Bosel Web: Syd Bosel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices","meta_description":"Guest: Syd Bosel 🎤 Canadian Nationally Touring Stand-up Comic | Featured on CBC’s The Debaters & Winnipeg Comedy Festival. In this episode, we’re joined b…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3447,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-fxck-you-50s-7195612/episodes/syd-bosel-becoming-a-comedian-over-50/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fxck-you-50s-7195612/syd-bosel-becoming-a-comedian-over-50.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}