The 80s weren’t just neon, mixtapes, and big hair. They were the foundation that shaped who we are today.

In this episode of Fifty and Fearless, I take you back to the era that gave us freedom, resilience, grit, and unforgettable role models like Madonna, Tina Turner, and Grace Jones.

We talk about:

•  Independence and freedom (remember riding your bike until the streetlights came on?)

•  Resilience and grit (from bad perms to learning that not everyone gets a prize)

•  Bold role models who broke the rules and showed us how to be unapologetically ourselves

•  Real connection and community before social media took over

•  Why women in their 50s today are rewriting the rules of midlife

The 80s weren’t just fun, they built us into the fearless, powerful women we are now. And the best part? We’re just getting started.

🎶 Listen to my 80s playlist on Spotify (link below)

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Hosted by Kylie Jones, Founder of Fifty and Fearless: Helping women over 50 live with purpose, power, and absolutely no apologies.

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Timestamps

(00:00) – Welcome to Episode 9

(01:05) – Growing up in the 80s: Why independence shaped us early

(07:15) – Learning resilience & grit the 80s way

(16:08) – Real connection before social media

(22:56) Wrap & ways to connect