
Fast-Forward To 50 Podcast
By Tamika Cain and Iyalua Gilgeous
All Generation X members can relate to how quickly the years flew by. This podcast discusses serious as well as humorous topics that Gen Xers face, daily. Join us weekly to laugh, cry, or otherwise at yourselves. Let’s have a good time! We also believe that we can learn from each other all generations are welcome. Our podcast will cover multiple topics we will discuss relationships, parenting, personal stories and hot topics!

SE:2 EP: 20 The Conversation-Best Gift Never Received?🤷🏽♀️
The Conversation- Join us for this again off again topic asking: What’s the best gift you NEVER received? Or the best gift you’ve given someone….We try to stay on topic, honest we do…… It’s hard when we have so much fun!
May 26, 202142:55

SE2: EP:18 What is your Legacy?
A legacy is more than passing material possessions down to offspring….We build legacies by helping others succeed & helping others know their worth. Additionally, your favorite hosts introduce a new/fun segment:
STAY/GO or DIE.
May 19, 202151:16

SE:2 EP:17 Why do Women/Men stay in bad relationships? Why do we ignore Red Flags ! 🤷🏽♀️
This episode was recorded September 2020. It took us some time to share this conversation. We hope what we have been through, experienced and learned from can help someone else. Please don’t ignore the Red Flags.
May 12, 202144:04

S2: EP:16 What did you just learn at 50? Or if you knew this how does it hit you at 50+ ?
Just when you think you know life. You find out there is something new that you just didn’t know or you’ve never experienced at 50! Here’s our take on this topic. Life Lessons we know and some we didn’t until now.
May 05, 202137:32

S2: EP:15 Vaccine or No Vaccine that is the question. 🤷🏽♀️ Part 1 and 2
As with any medically related decision, consult with your physician. Listen to our take on the Covid 19 vaccines available.
Apr 28, 202124:08

S2: EP: 14 What is your health routine?
Aches & Pains? Yea, we’ve all got them. Many of us are unhealthy due to our own devices. But what are you going to do about it? What are your health-wise habits, for life?
Apr 21, 202134:55

S:2 EP: 13 What advice would you give to your younger self ? Advice from our special guests.
Catch our explosive & candid conversations with our special guests & childhood friends from Philadelphia Sheila and Nikki. Collectively, we’ve seen or experienced more than the average bear….
Apr 14, 202148:50

S:2 EP:12 DA NUMBAS !
Do you play? Have you hit? Who would you tell, if you did? Hear our thoughts & experiences playing ‘da numbas’
Apr 07, 202130:16

S2: EP: 11 Misdiagnosed 🤷🏽♀️
Listen as your co-host discloses a delicate & private occurrence in her life. We somehow find humor even in this.
Mar 31, 202140:59

S2: EP:10 WHATEVER !
Today It’s Whatever! Freestyle Convo. We will discuss a lil of this and a lil of that.
Mar 24, 202130:08

S:2 EP: 9 Secrets 🕸
What secrets are you hiding or holding on to? Are there secrets amongst married couples? Should they be disclosed, even if it won’t benefit the relationship? We think some secrets should just be taken TDG.
Mar 17, 202130:24

S2: EP: 8 I don’t Feel like it !
Check out the two co-hosts (Iyalua & Tamika) as they express things they refuse to do anymore for anyone.
Mar 10, 202136:28

S2: EP: 7 You know when it’s time to Quit when ....
We discuss signs that let you know when it’s time to quit and move on. No judgement just our experience on the subject. Life sends us signs when it’s time to move and sometimes it pushes us even when we are not ready. We are not suggesting anyone quits their job or relationship this is just our observation and our opinions.
Mar 03, 202135:16

S2: EP: 6 Married or Single 🤷🏽♀️
Where do you stand regarding Marriage or the Single life? Check out our GROWN WOMAN opinions on this topic. We finally agreed on one thing in the end…..find out what that is.
Feb 24, 202131:46

2: EP: 5 Reconnecting and other thangs ! 😊😂
It’s always a blessing when friends gather together and catch up on their lives. But, in a world of “new normals”, with video chats, it’s extra special when old childhood friends gather. This episode delves into our challenges and experiences RECONNECTING, that main element which was scarce in our daily lives over the past year. But, be careful with whom you reconnect….. and we’d like to know; How are YOU reconnecting?
Feb 17, 202130:32

2:EP:4 Proper virtual etiquette ! Let’s get into it !
We are living in the new normal the virtual world is here to stay even in our homes. Meetings! School! Socializing! Get into it or get left behind. Just do us a favor. Mute is your friend us it !
Feb 06, 202134:07

EP: 3 Family. Family ???? Family !!!!!😡
We discuss family dynamics and conflict with blood relatives , the family you make (friends etc ) and in-laws 🤷🏽♀️ making sacrifices and compromising to keep your relationship intact .
Jan 27, 202140:23

EP:2-2 Dating during a pandemic ?
Is dating someone new even an option with the new normal of precautionary measures ? How are you dating these days ? It can’t stay virtual forever or can it ? We want to know how are you coping with the new adjustments of dating?
Jan 09, 202128:12

Season 2 EP:1 Storming the US Capital
Storming the US Capital January 6th 2021. We will never forget this day!
Jan 08, 202134:50

EP: 14 When do you know if he or she is the one ? Or not ? 🤷🏽♀️
How will you know who’s really for you? Is that person the in your corner ? Is the relationship selfish or always a struggle. What does your gut and experience tell you ? When do you decide to learn from past relationship red flags and run for the hills ? What were the signs that confirmed this person was the one for you ?
Nov 19, 202038:10

EP : 13 How are you doing ? Are you ok?
We catch up with each other in this episode and ask you (the listeners) How are you doing ? With all that’s going on in the world it’s time to take care of your health. Mental, physical and spiritually. With the levels of hate going on it’s time to make you a priority. Remember you can’t take care of anyone if you’re not well. Today we thank our Veterans and introduce an old friend and I use that word loosely !
Nov 11, 202038:26

EP: 12 The Covid-19 Pandemic is causing Divorces to Soar in all relationships not just Marriage !
We discuss the stress and relationship strains that the pandemic has caused. This pandemic has caused us all to reflect on how we feel, what’s important and what we will and will not tolerate moving forward. Life is short and it’s time too free yourself mind, body, and spirit.
Nov 04, 202026:44

EP : 11 You know you getting old when .....
We discuss knowing when we are at a level of maturity to make the changes that are necessary for your own personal health, mentally and spiritually to grow and just plain ole I’m too old to keep letting these things happen and knowing your boundaries and living in your truth. With a lil humor of course !
Oct 29, 202036:33

EP: 10 Why are y’all traveling during a pandemic? Sit down and be still !😂
We ask the question Why Why Why? Are you traveling during this time. Are you taking all precautions? Is this travel a want or a required necessity ? Is Cabin fever taking over you better judgement ? How do you respond to invites to catch up during the Covid -19 pandemic days ? 2020 the year of the invisible adversary !
Oct 16, 202032:19

EP: 9 When I hit the lottery ! What will I do !
We imagine what we would do if and when we hit the lottery. We take a moment to envision a life when money is no object . Who would we be ? What would change ? Are we all the same when money changes are life ? What would you do first ?
Sep 30, 202031:57

EP: 8 Household Responsibilities Couples Edition. Who should do what?
We discuss how do couples manage home life responsibilities should we have separate bank accounts? Who is the neat freak ? Are you spoiled? Should you require more from your partner in a shared household? Hmmmm .
Sep 23, 202041:35

EP: 7 When did I become my Mother ? ... Jeesh!
This episode we discuss: When did you realize you were turning into your Mother/Father or the person who most influenced your life? What traits and or flaws are recognizable? How do you deal with it? Is it a good thing ? in most cases we discover that we emulate we admire the most about them and try to learn from their life lessons.
Sep 17, 202047:12

EP: 6 Are apologies always required in order to move on ?
We discuss apologies and debate whether or not they are necessary with your ability to move on. We discover some hard truths within our own relationship and acknowledge how it made us feel.
Sep 09, 202036:01

EP: 5 - Regrets ...Who Got Em !?
In this episode we discuss regrets and how you can cope with them acknowledge and move through it. Regrets at times can consume your life if you let them. We had a special guest with us tonight Angie our good friend from childhood to discuss this topic and what we have learned from this episode is that sometimes regrets can have a nightmare effect on your life. Remember acknowledge, forgive and move forward .
Sep 02, 202033:20

EP: 4 Ooooh She Petty and He Petty too!
We discuss being petty and why we all have petty tendencies. We take a look at some examples of spousal, work , friends and family petty moments we all have had and admit to our own pettiness.
Aug 25, 202037:55

Ep: 3 Things I’ll never do again! Even after Covid.
We discuss life adjustments to the Covid epidemic and things we just won’t do moving forward. We also discussed things we should do precautions, we should take and most importantly we checked in on or physical and mental health with healthcare hero’s! Lastly we discussed checking in on one another and recommend every one do the same. As always there a joke or two in the mix enjoy!
Aug 19, 202041:27

EP: 2 You too old for that!
This episode discusses when “You too old for that,” We know when we do things that we should have let go years ago. With maturity, wisdom should follow. But sometimes it doesn’t. We take a look at some examples of things we should let go of, or adjust for your growth and personal development with a splash of humor. Enjoy !
Aug 11, 202030:23

EP: 1 If I come up missing !
This episode addresses processes you can do to prevent being snatched and precautions you should take in the event you are faced with danger. We take a very serious, safety and prevention topic and bring it to you with humor and facts. We want to make you think and laugh at some of your own behaviors and lack of preparedness.
Aug 05, 202047:46

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