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Welcome to The After 50 Mic — the podcast where powerful women over 50 pass the mic, speak their truth, and drop the wisdom they’ve earned. I’m your host, Sheila Reynolds — speaker, soul-stirrer, and founder of Born to Flourish — a global movement helping Christian women over 50 rise, heal, and live out their next chapter with unapologetic purpose. Here, we have real conversations with women who’ve walked through the fire, shed the titles, and found their voice again. We talk about identity, faith, boundaries, love, reinvention — and everything we were never taught to say out loud. Because after 50, we don’t whisper. We witness. We testify. And we flourish out loud. So pull up a chair, grab your journal, and prepare for truth that transforms. This... is The After 50 Mic. 🎤
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Discover how faith can spark powerful reinvention after 50 in this inspiring episode. We explore the transformative journeys of Black professionals who defied age and adversity, finding new purpose and breakthroughs in midlife. Learn how faith, resilience, and authentic action can turn setbacks into doorways and reveal that your greatest contributions may still be ahead. If you’re navigating transition or feeling stuck, this episode offers hope, practical steps, and a fresh perspective on what’s possible in life’s second half.

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Join us as we explore how Black entrepreneurship is being reimagined beyond the traditional funding gap. Inspired by insights from Rosemarie Thompson, this episode dives into innovative support systems, community-centered funding models, and the transformative power of digital technology. Discover how new ecosystems are empowering Black founders with mentorship, networking, and skill development, and learn how you can leverage these resources to accelerate your own entrepreneurial journey.

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Discover how adversity can fuel entrepreneurial success in this episode, inspired by the transformative work of Crystal Staton. Explore how challenges, when paired with gratitude, faith, and strong community support, can become powerful catalysts for innovation and growth. Through real-world case studies and actionable insights, learn how reframing obstacles as opportunities can unlock new paths to achievement and resilience in your entrepreneurial journey.

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Discover how faith can transform heartbreak into breakthrough in this inspiring episode, as we explore the powerful insights of Patricia Davis on resilience and recovery. Learn how spiritual conviction, community, and testimony can turn setbacks into sacred invitations for growth, and find encouragement to see your own challenges as the starting point for a divine comeback.

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Discover how the deepest pain can become the foundation for your greatest purpose in this episode inspired by Israel Abimael’s transformative storytelling. Explore powerful narratives of resilience, faith, and post-traumatic growth, and learn how moments of tragedy can spark new beginnings, inspire advocacy, and ignite hope. Join us as we uncover the blueprint for turning suffering into meaningful contribution, and find out how your own story can become a source of transformation for yourself and others.

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Explore how timeless ancestral wisdom can offer powerful solutions to today’s complex challenges. Drawing inspiration from Shirley Williams, this episode reveals how integrating traditional knowledge with modern innovation leads to community transformation, personal growth, and lasting change. Discover practical examples and actionable lessons on valuing, leveraging, and sharing enduring truths for a more connected and resilient future.

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Dive into the untold story of Black entrepreneurship in America as we explore the insights and innovations shaping the future of business leadership. Discover how community-powered success, educational investment, and diverse industry impact are rewriting the narrative, highlighting the resilience and creativity driving Black professionals forward. Learn how intentional networking, initiatives like MelaninCon and the ScholarPitch Competition, and trailblazers in tech are creating new pathways and opportunities. This episode challenges you to rethink assumptions and consider your role in building a more inclusive and empowering business landscape for all.

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In this episode, we explore the hidden strength within each of us, inspired by powerful stories of resilience and transformation. Discover three life-changing principles: your past resilience is proof of your future capability, the words you speak to yourself shape your reality, and every new day is a chance to choose strength. Tune in for practical insights and a gentle reminder that the strength you need for tomorrow is already within you—waiting to be recognized.