About this episode

Syd Bosel shares her journey of becoming a stand-up comedian at 55, discussing ageism, personal challenges, and the impact of humor on healing.

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…

People in this episode

Host: Andrea Claire

Guest: Syd Bosel

Topics covered

• comedy
• ageism
• midlife transition
• personal stories
• healing through humor
• audience connection

Keywords

• stand-up comedy
• ageism
• midlife pivot
• breast cancer
• dementia
• audience engagement
• comedy community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CBC, Winnipeg Comedy Festival

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