What happens when you pause, look around at life after 50, and wonder, “What’s next?”

In this solo episode of Black Women North of 50, host Wynn Helms shares her own story of starting the podcast and the deeper “why” behind it.

How the idea started? Over brunch with lifelong friends, Wynn felt the whisper of something missing—a desire for connection with other Black women navigating midlife and beyond. Out of that longing, this community was born.

In this episode, Wynn talks about loneliness, courage, and the parts of herself that almost said no to creating this show. She opens up about spirituality (without labels), her fascination with internal family systems, and how she’s learning to “do it scared” anyway.

This isn’t just an episode. It’s an invitation: to show up, to connect, to add your voice to the conversation, and to remember that life north of 50 isn’t the end of the road. It’s the beginning of another one.

You’ll hear about:

• How Black Women North of 50 began with a single brunch conversation
• Why Wynn believes connection is the cure for loneliness
• The spiritual side of midlife and anchoring yourself in something greater
• A gentle reminder to be present and not let anxiety steal your energy

💡 North of 50 doesn’t mean slowing down, it means reimagining what’s next.

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