50ish & Fab

KC Sonshine
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50ish & Fab is where grown women come to tell the truth about life after 50—out loud. This funny, faith-filled podcast for women over 50 delivers real talk on menopause, midlife wellness, dating, relationships, family, retirement, purpose, health, faith, and reinvention—without the sugarcoating. Hosted by KC Sonshine—a Southern girl with a little Brooklyn sass and a lot to say—this show brings honest conversations, big laughs, and real-life insight for women navigating the messy, magical, and sometimes hormonal season of midlife. From hot flashes and hormones to friendships, faith, grandparenting, glow-ups, and thriving after 50, nothing is off-limits. Every episode is inspired by a song—because somewhere between Scripture and a good beat, there's wisdom for real life. If you're bold, grown, and still becoming… you're in the right place. 👉 Follow 50ish & Fab for: Relatable stories Grown-woman humor Practical encouragement Real conversations that help you laugh, heal, grow, and show up fully Because aging gracefully is cute… but thriving after 50? That's FABULOUS.

  1. 6d ago

    C.R.E.A.M. | Cash Rules Everything Around My Retirement | Retirement Planning for Women Over 50

    Money isn't just about numbers. It's about choices. It's about freedom. It's about whether the life you've worked decades to build will also be the life you get to enjoy. In this powerful episode of 50ish & Fab, KC Sonshine takes inspiration from the iconic Wu-Tang anthem C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me) to tackle one of the most important conversations women over 50 can have: Are you financially prepared for your next chapter? Whether you're rebuilding after a setback, catching up on retirement savings, navigating career changes, supporting adult children, or simply wondering if you've done enough, this episode delivers practical wisdom, mindset shifts, and real-world strategies to help you take control of your financial future with confidence. Because retirement isn't an age. It's a strategy. And financial freedom isn't reserved for people who started early—it's available to those willing to start now. If you've ever worried about outliving your money, delaying your dreams, or starting over later in life, this conversation is for you. Your golden years should be about options, not obligations. Because around here, we're not just building retirement accounts. We're building freedom, security, legacy, and peace of mind. Follow, rate, and share 50ish & Fab with a friend who needs this reminder: It's never too late to make smart money moves. It's never too late to build wealth. And it's never too late to level up. Because aging gracefully is cute…But thriving after fifty? That's FABULOUS. #50ishAndFab #KCSonshine #CREAM #RetirementPlanning #WomenOver50 #FinancialFreedom #RetirementAfter50 #PersonalFinance #MoneyMindset #WealthBuilding #MidlifeReinvention #FinancialWellness #InvestingForBeginners #WomenAndMoney #RetirementGoals #SecondActSuccess #FinancialLiteracy #LifeAfter50 #ThrivingAfter50 #LevelingUp

    22 min
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    6d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

    Introducing Defies Explanation Vol. II from MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories. Follow the show: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories Today’s podcast will feature 2 stories about unexplainable phenomena. The audio from both of these stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast. Story names, previews & links to original YouTube videos: #2 -- "Two Faced" -- A man is filled with a deep sense of foreboding after a ghastly sight in his mirror (Original YouTube link -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6m1ImVG1MQ) #1 -- "Make It Rain" -- An inmate has an incredibly weird ability (Original YouTube link -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXd2m_4oBuY)   You can WATCH all new & exclusive MrBallen podcast episodes on my YouTube channel, just called "MrBallen" - https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallen If you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @mrballen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. Jun 14 ·  Bonus

    You Can Count Me Out. Just Don't Count Me Out Forever. | Moment Before Monday

    The New York Knicks gave us more than a championship—they gave us a reminder. Being counted out is not the same thing as being finished. In this powerful Moment Before Monday, KC Sonshine shares why New Yorkers, like dandelions, keep growing through concrete—and what the Knicks' underdog journey can teach us about resilience, reinvention, and refusing to let today's limitations define tomorrow's possibilities. If you've ever started over, survived a setback, changed careers, returned to school, rebuilt after a loss, or wondered whether your best days are behind you, this episode is for you. Because as long as you're still breathing, your story isn't over. 🎙️ 50ish & Fab with KC Sonshine #50ishAndFab #MomentBeforeMonday #KCSonshine #ReinventionAfter50 #WomenOver50 #MidlifeTransformation #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #MotivationMonday #MindsetShift #SecondAct #StartOver #UnderdogStory #NewYorkKnicks #NewYorkLife #LifeAfter50 #WomenEmpowerment #SelfDevelopment #PurposeDrivenLife #ThrivingAfter50

    6 min

  4. Jun 9

    Thanks for My Child... But Can They Answer the Phone?

    They text. They scroll. They post. They FaceTime their friends for hours. So why is answering your call suddenly too much to ask? In this funny, nostalgic, and all-too-relatable episode of 50ish & Fab, KC Sonshine tackles one of the greatest mysteries of modern parenting: raising children who are constantly connected to everyone except the people who raised them. Inspired by Cheryl "Pepsii" Riley's classic "Thanks for My Child," KC takes listeners on a hilarious journey from the days of payphones, busy signals, and answering machines to a world of smartphones, social media, and unread messages. But beneath the laughter lies a bigger conversation about communication, connection, and the changing relationship between Gen X parents and digital-native children. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why Gen Z avoids phone calls but never seems to miss a notification • The surprising generational differences in communication styles • How social media has changed family relationships • Practical ways to get your kids to respond without losing your mind • Healthy strategies for creating digital boundaries and responsibility And while this episode is full of laughs, it's also a reminder that relationships evolve. As we explored in this week's Moment Before Monday, "You're Allowed to Start Over," every season of life requires us to adjust, grow, and learn new ways to connect with the people we love. Because parenting doesn't end when children get older—it simply changes. So if you've ever called your child three times, sent a text, left a voicemail, and then watched them post on Instagram five minutes later... this episode is for you. Press play, laugh a little, nod your head, and know you're not alone. Aging gracefully is cute... but thriving after 50? That's FABULOUS. Follow, rate, and review 50ish & Fab on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

    33 min

  5. Jun 8 ·  Bonus

    You Are Allowed to Start Over | Moment Before Monday

    You are allowed to start over. No matter how many mistakes you've made, opportunities you've missed, or versions of yourself you've outgrown, your story is not over. Reinvention isn't a sign that you failed—it's proof that you're still growing. In this uplifting Moment Before Monday, KC Sonshine shares a powerful reminder for women navigating life transitions, career changes, empty nests, heartbreak, healing, and new beginnings: you are never too old, too late, or too far gone to become who you're meant to be. Because every new chapter starts with one decision—to begin again. #MomentBeforeMonday #YouAreAllowedToStartOver #WomenOver50 #MidlifeReinvention #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #NewBeginnings #50ishAndFab #KCSonshine #MindsetShift

    5 min

  6. Jun 2

    You Built the Career. Now Build the Life. (Working 9 to 5)

    This title has tremendous potential because it speaks directly to one of the biggest fears and opportunities facing your audience: "Am I still relevant?" The description should challenge the narrative that age is a liability while positioning experience as a competitive advantage. You built the career. Now build the life. For years, we were told success meant climbing the ladder, paying our dues, staying loyal, and proving ourselves one promotion at a time. Then everything changed. Artificial intelligence. Remote work. Automation. Quiet quitting. Entire industries reinventing themselves overnight. So where does that leave women over 50? In this honest, funny, and empowering episode of 50ish & Fab, KC Sonshine tackles one of the biggest myths in today's workplace: that experience has an expiration date. Spoiler alert: it doesn't. Drawing from her own journey from receptionist to Chief Administrative Officer, KC explores how seasoned professionals can stay relevant, embrace technology, leverage decades of hard-earned wisdom, and continue thriving in a workforce obsessed with what's next. You'll discover: • Why experience is still one of the most valuable assets in the workplace • How to stay current without chasing every trend • The technology skills mature professionals should be paying attention to • Why emotional intelligence is becoming more valuable—not less • How to avoid "aging out" by continuing to learn, adapt, and grow • What younger generations can learn from old-school work ethic—and vice versa Because while some people are quietly quitting, many of us are quietly returning—bringing resilience, perspective, professionalism, and leadership that can't be downloaded from an app. If you've ever wondered whether your best professional years are behind you, this episode is your reminder: Your value didn't disappear with your youth. It increased with your experience. Press play and discover why the next chapter of your career might be your most powerful yet. #WomenOver50 #CareerAfter50 #MidlifeCareer #ProfessionalWomen #WorkplaceSuccess #CareerGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership #AgeismInTheWorkplace #ArtificialIntelligence #CareerReinvention #PersonalDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #LeadershipSkills #FutureOfWork #50ishAndFab

    23 min

  7. Jun 1 ·  Bonus

    You're Not Too Old. You're Underestimated. | Moment Before Monday

    You're Not Old. You're Underestimated. What if the problem isn't your age... it's that you've started believing the limits other people placed on you? In this empowering Moment Before Monday, KC Sonshine reminds women that experience isn't a liability—it's an asset. The world may try to convince you that your best years are behind you, but wisdom, resilience, and reinvention don't come with an expiration date. If you've ever felt overlooked, counted out, or questioned whether it's too late to start over, this message is for you. Because you're not too old. You're not behind. And you're definitely not finished. You're underestimated. Take this two-minute reset into your week and remember: the second half of your life may be the most powerful chapter yet. #50ishAndFab #MomentBeforeMonday #WomenOver50 #MidlifeReinvention #SecondAct #Over50AndFabulous #PersonalGrowth #ExecutiveCoaching #FaithOverFear #AgeIsAnAsset #ReinventYourself #WomenEmpoweringWomen #PurposeAfter50 #KCSonshine #NeverTooLate

    4 min

  8. May 26

    Tell Me Something Good, Mysteries in Music w/Dr. Fredara Hadley

    They told us we had limits…HBCUs taught us we were limitless.  In Part 2, Tell Me Somethin' Good, KC Sonshine sits down again with Dr. Fredara Hadley — ethnomusicologist, author, and cultural truth-teller — for a conversation that is equal parts brilliant, soulful, and necessary. We continue our discussion on the power and legacy of HBCUs, dive into Dr. Hadley's upcoming book I'll Make a World, and baby… since we had an ethnomusicologist in the house, we HAD to talk about the myths people still believe about Black music, who really shaped American culture, and why our stories keep getting rewritten. This isn't just music history. It's identity. Legacy. Survival. Excellence. And trust me… some of what you think you know? You don't.  #50ishAndFab #DrFredaraHadley #HBCU #BlackMusic #Ethnomusicology #BlackCulture #PodcastForWomen #MidlifeWomen #TellMeSomethinGood #BlackHistory #SoulMusic #WomenOver50 #MusicHistory #PodcastLife

    25 min
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50ish & Fab is where grown women come to tell the truth about life after 50—out loud. This funny, faith-filled podcast for women over 50 delivers real talk on menopause, midlife wellness, dating, relationships, family, retirement, purpose, health, faith, and reinvention—without the sugarcoating. Hosted by KC Sonshine—a Southern girl with a little Brooklyn sass and a lot to say—this show brings honest conversations, big laughs, and real-life insight for women navigating the messy, magical, and sometimes hormonal season of midlife. From hot flashes and hormones to friendships, faith, grandparenting, glow-ups, and thriving after 50, nothing is off-limits. Every episode is inspired by a song—because somewhere between Scripture and a good beat, there's wisdom for real life. If you're bold, grown, and still becoming… you're in the right place. 👉 Follow 50ish & Fab for: Relatable stories Grown-woman humor Practical encouragement Real conversations that help you laugh, heal, grow, and show up fully Because aging gracefully is cute… but thriving after 50? That's FABULOUS.

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  • Creator
    KC Sonshine
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    50ish & Fab