"It’s never too late to find your marvelous."
In this inspiring and laugh-out-loud episode, Stacey sits down with Felicia Madison, stand-up comedian, comedy booker, and the force behind the West Side Comedy Club and FUNY (Funny University of New York). Once a stay-at-home mom who felt like something was missing, Felicia took a leap in her 50s to try stand-up comedy—and never looked back. From her first class to running a top NYC club, Felicia shares how she transformed midlife uncertainty into a thriving comedy career. The two delve into ageism in comedy, the thrill (and ter...
"It’s never too late to find your marvelous."
In this inspiring and laugh-out-loud episode, Stacey sits down with Felicia Madison, stand-up comedian, comedy booker, and the force behind the West Side Comedy Club and FUNY (Funny University of New York). Once a stay-at-home mom who felt like something was missing, Felicia took a leap in her 50s to try stand-up comedy—and never looked back. From her first class to running a top NYC club, Felicia shares how she transformed midlife uncertainty into a thriving comedy career. The two delve into ageism in comedy, the thrill (and terror) of open mics, and the surprising joy of being a late bloomer. Full of wit, wisdom, and real talk, this episode is a must-listen for anyone wondering if it's too late to start over.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why it's never too late to discover your passion
- How Felicia went from comedy student to club booker and performer
- The realities and rewards of being a woman in comedy later in life
- How comedy helps women reclaim visibility and voice in midlife
- Felicia’s insights on talent, tenacity, and why kindness matters in showbiz
- Tips for women over 50 who want to try stand-up (or anything new!)
Felicia Madison is a New York-based comedian, producer, talent booker, and founder of Funny University of New York (FUNY). She began her comedy career in her 50s after years as a stay-at-home mom, quickly rising in the scene with her signature observational wit and savvy show production. She now runs the West Side Comedy Club, nurturing rising comedians and bringing diverse voices to the stage. Her YouTube special "Better Than Sex" has garnered thousands of views and she recently appeared on the new pilot of "America's Funniest People."
Connect with Felicia:
- Website: feliciamadison.com
- Instagram: @feliciamadisoncomedian
- YouTube: Felicia Madison Comedy
- West Side Comedy Club: westsidecomedyclub.com
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