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Episode 399: Joyspotting with Alex Elle

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New York Times bestselling author (and highly-requested guest!) Alex Elle joins the show to ask how we are playing a role in other people’s lives, s...

Mini-Ep 389: Your Whole Messy Self Is Welcome Here

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise have a few updates for the show (in case you missed them in the newsletter!). Then they hear from listeners about taking care of yours...

Episode 398: Have Fun, Live Long with Kara Swisher

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kara Swisher joins the pod to talk about her new show, Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever, all about the technology around longevity, the free things ...

Mini-Ep 488: Group Dynamics

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners about neighborliness and affordability, cliques in a mom group, some prod recs and q’s, and why can’t we just ...

Episode 397: The Scandal, The Optics, and The Gossip with Allie Jones

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Allie Jones (writer, editor, and celebrity gossip newsletterist) joins the show to discuss what’s happening in the world of celebrity gossip right n...

Mini-Ep 487: First Time Caller

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise have a voicemail from a surprise “first time caller,” a couple of questions from DC-based listeners, and an endorsement for a shoe...

Episode 396: The Truth About Poop with Dr. Trisha Pasricha

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Butt care is self-care! Doree and Elise have the gastroenterologist and the “Ask A Doctor” columnist for The Washington Post, Dr. Trisha Pasricha,...

Mini-Ep 486: Burrito Moments and More

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elise has a moment of joy after a morning of exercise and Doree reports on a meetup with Kate! They hear from listeners about their current microjoys,...

Episode 395: Who You Are Without All The Stuff with Hayley DeRoche

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hayley DeRoche (you may know her as @sadbeige on TikTok) — a humorist, poet, and public librarian, joins the the show to discuss how her funny take ...

Mini-Ep 485: Judge Not By Smell?

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners have more to say on shampoo bars! Plus, a springtime microjoy worth a wait, someone calls in with important vitamin C serum info, and a soft...

Episode 394: Life, Joy, and Meaning in Uncertain Times with Marisa Renee Lee

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Marisa Renee Lee, author of Grief Is Love and her new book Waiting For Dawn, speaks about living a life of joy and meaning through uncertainty and har...

Mini-Ep 484: When Your Vitamin C Serum Smells Like Soy Sauce

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners about their shampoo bar recs, what to do when your soft pants start to pill, and when to replace your Vitamin C se...

Episode 393: The Horrors Persist But I Have My Little Crafts with Elinor Cleghorn

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Feminist cultural historian, researcher, and the author of A Woman’s Work: Reclaiming the Radical History of Mothering, Elinor Cleghorn, joins the s...

Mini-Ep 483: Soft Pants and Korean Skincare

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners call in to ask about Elise’s favorite Korean skincare brands. Plus, they discuss non-pilly soft pants, tooth whitening routines, traveling...

Episode 392: Probably Should Have Foam Rolled with Elaine Low

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elaine Low, staff writer at The Ankler and a recreational tennis friend, joins the show to chat about whether award shows like The Oscars still matter...

Mini-Ep 482: Grow Where You’re Planted

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree reports on the playdate that started the decluttering and Elise gets to meet Rob’s high school friends. Then they hear from listeners who ask ...

Episode 391: Just Try Stuff with Charlene Kaye

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Musician and comedian Charlene Kaye joins the show to talk about the sibling rivalry that led to her career choice, what she loves about analyzing pop...

Mini-Ep 481: Weather Worry Vindication

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree is justified in her weather worries and Elise discusses some potential weather-related travel interruptions. They also hear from listeners about...

Episode 390: Red Lipstick Is a Neutral with Rachel Goodwin

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Goodwin is back with more great product recs and makeup wisdom from years of experience. Doree and Elise ask her listener questions about every...

Mini-Ep 480: Special Requests + Prod Recs

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners call in with a request to hear more Doree’s Hotel, plus thoughts on going back to school as an adult and some great prod recs. To lea...

Episode 389: Strategy, Spirituality, and Space with Hillary Power

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Longtime friend of Doree and business doula Hillary Power joins the show to discuss what a business doula does, the connection between spirituality an...

Mini-Ep 479: From Teeth to Toes

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners call in with questions about how to handle teeth staining and IVF, and more recs from the community for comfy pants! Elise also shares an Os...

Episode 388: Lasting Change Within Us with Maya Shankar

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Maya Shankar, host of A Slight Change of Plans and author of the new book, The Other Side of Change, joins the show to discuss why change is so sc...

Mini-Ep 478: Change Your Mind, Change Your Life

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree prepares for her next tennis tournament in the desert and Elise marvels at the people she can meet when she works outside the house. Then, they ...

Episode 387: Romance On The Brain with Maurene Goo

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Repeat guest Maurene Goo is back on the show to share her secret to a well-styled closet, her transition from writing YA to adult romance with her new...

Mini-Ep 477: A Few Good Pants Recs

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners about relaxing solutions to bacne and some very good advice on travel pants. To leave a voicemail or text for...

Episode 386: Asking Better Questions with Tonya Mosley

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Emmy award-winning journalist and the co-host of Fresh Air Tonya Mosley joins the show to discuss how intrinsic storytelling is to her life, the way l...

Mini-Ep 476: From Butt-ne to Back-ne

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise answer questions about backne, airport joggers, and snoring, and listeners weigh in on how to break up with your therapist, hair loss ...

Episode 385: So Many Podcast Recs with Lauren Passell

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren Passell, the founder of Tink Media and author of Podcast the Newsletter, joins the show to recommend your next podcast listens from casual chat...

Mini-Ep 475: Breaking Up With Your Therapist Is Hard to Do

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise catch up on the state of the world and how they’re handling it. Then, they jump into listener voicemails about breaking up with your...

Episode 384: Righteous Anger and Weaponized Incompetence with Laura Danger

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

No More Mediocre author Laura Danger joins Doree and Elise to discuss what equality in a partnership really looks like and granting yourself permissio...

Mini-Ep 474: The Big Questions

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree shares how her trip to Mexico went and Elise prepares to go to New York with her family. Then, they hear from listeners about the philosophical ...

Episode 383: The Joy of Adult Hobbies with Anne Helen Petersen | Culture Study Cross-Over Episode

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise are on a cross-over episode with Anne Helen Petersen’s Culture Study podcast! They chat about finding hobbies as an adult, what coun...

Replay - Episode 340: How to Invest In Your Friendships with Rhaina Cohen

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a holiday break but, we'll be back next week. Please enjoy this timeless rerun from our friendship month earlier this year! Elise prepare...

Replay - Episode 351: Do Something, Somewhere, Soon with Stacey Abrams

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a break for the holidays, but please enjoy this well-loved episode with Stacey Abrams!The unstoppable author and voting rights activist S...

Episode 382: Come Away Corrupted with Dr. Meghan Sullivan

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We want you to come away from this episode corrupted, in the best way, thanks to our guest Dr. Meghan Sullivan, Professor of Philosophy at the Univers...

Mini-Ep 473: Holiday Traditions and Gift Giving

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise answer listener questions about their holiday traditions and what they’re gift giving. Plus, they get advice for the caller worried ...

Episode 381: Learning a New Life with Jen Hatmaker

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jen Hatmaker is back after living a lot of life since she was on Forever35 more than 5 years ago! She discusses her new book (Awake: A Memoir) about h...

Mini-Ep 472: Grape Popcorn and The Hairy Questions

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners call in asking about advice for public speaking when you’re nervous, how to promote hair growth on your head, and figuring out how to have...

Episode 380: Sometimes Less Is More: A Dermatologist Takes Your Questions with Dr. Jenny Wang

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jenny Wong, Founder of SoCal Skin and Surgery (and Elise’s dermatologist!), joins the pod to answer listener questions about skincare and busts ...

Mini-Ep 471: Berries From The Earth

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners with a suggestion for how to celebrate your Forever35 birthday, ways to plan financially with —  and for —...

Episode 379: The 2025 Gift Guide

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

‘Tis the season for the Forever35 Gift Guide! Doree and Elise get into the jewelry, crafts, games, home, beauty, and work gifts for everyone on your...

Replay - Ep 449: These Are a Few of Our Favorite Microjoys

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a little break for Thanksgiving but here's a favorite mini-ep of ours from earlier this year. Happy Thanksgiving, and we'll be back Monda...

Yo Quiero Dinero Drops In On Forever35

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with another Pod Swap! This time with one of our guests from our Money Month series earlier this year: Jannese Torres of Yo Quiero Dinero w...

Mini-Ep 470: Teach Me Your Frugal Ways

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this grab bag mini-ep, listeners send in their commentary on aging parents, Australian pop-culture recs, and shift work. Plus, Doree and Elise talk...

Episode 378: Don’t Leave Home Without Your Sunbrella with Mari Yamamoto

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Actor and writer Mari Yamamoto (Pachinko, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Rental Family) joins Doree and Elise to discuss her new film, Rental Family, an...

Mini-Ep 469: Return of the MAC

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise share listener thoughts on Sephora finally carrying MAC products, senior care in America, and the prevalence of workplace burnout for ...

Episode 377: Teeing It Up with Hilary Lassoff

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got a golfer on the show! Hilary Lassoff, Founder of Bunker Club – a golf-centered social club for women, queers and underrepresented voices...

Mini-Ep 468: When You “Don’t Fit”

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise reflect on how much the topic of parents getting older has resonated with listeners. Then listeners send in their thoughts on jobs and...

Episode 376: Women, Texting, Talking with Kate Baer

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Poet and author Kate Baer returns to the pod four years later (almost to the day!) to discuss her latest collection, How About Now?, the ways she keep...

Mini-Ep 467: We Can Relate

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners share thoughts on our recent guest Vanessa Grigoriadis’ episode on aging parents, offer ideas for how to support a friend going through IV...

Episode 375: The Places We Have Real Power with Melissa Walker

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The States Project’s Melissa Walker is back on Forever35 to discuss the importance of upcoming off-year elections, like high-stakes contests in Virg...

Mini-Ep 466: Time For A Second Act

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners send in their request for bath towel recs (they’re different from dish towels!), the importance of working on your executive function skil...

Episode 374: So Our Parents Are Old with Vanessa Grigoriadis

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is it like to take on your aging parents' health management, finances, and the logistics of it all? Vanessa Grigoriadis, reporter and podcast pro...

Mini-Ep 465: Burnout Stories

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners send in their thoughtful notes about dealing with, moving through, and getting to the other side of burnout – especially when you like you...

Episode 373: Connect, Don’t Correct Your Body with Cadence Dubus

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cadence Dubus (founder of Brooklyn Strength and host of the podcast Busy Body) joins Forever35 to remind us that our bodies don’t need be “optimiz...

Mini-Ep 464: Is The Juice Worth The Squeeze?

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners about supporting your friends who work in the government, how to deal with burnout, and how adding some executive ...

Episode 372: Digging Into Family Dynamics with Sue Dominus

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sue Dominus, New York Times writer and author of The Family Dynamic: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success, joins Doree and Elise to discuss h...

Mini-Ep 463: You Can Just Say No

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners call in with their thoughts on the efficacy of at-home laser hair removal, the joys of color analysis, opinions on THE best JLo movie, and a...

Episode 371: The Dark Side of Beauty with Arabelle Sicardi

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Beauty writer Arabelle Sicardi joins Doree and Elise to discuss her fascinating new book The House of Beauty, which goes deep on topics like how beaut...

Mini-Ep 462: Jeans, Laser Machines, and Short-Hair Queens

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners have thoughts about leaving your baby for a trip for the first time, plus questions about at-home laser hair removal machines and whether yo...

Episode 370: Happily Ever After with Brea Grant and Mallory O'Meara

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The duo behind the podcasts Reading Glasses and Reading Smut, Mallory and Brea, come on the show to discuss why we’re seeing a rise in the romantasy...

Mini-Ep 461: Doree Takes a Stand

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise wonders at the efficacy of programs like denim buybacks and Sephora’s empties trade-ins, and Doree has some strong opinions! They also hear fr...

Episode 359: The Joy of Writing and Ginger Juice with Jade Chang

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author Jade Chang joins Doree and Elise to talk about her good luck with gut health and her savory porridge dreams, what (and who) went into her new b...

Mini-Ep 460: The New Mom Jeans

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise have (just one!) dish towel rec, lots of listener recs for comfy-but-stylish mom jeans, and laser hair removal insight from listeners ...

Episode 368: Fix It and Do Better Next Time with Rachel Goodwin

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Goodwin is back from her glamorous European summer to answer your makeup questions! She’s got mascara recs for you, whether she thinks Wonder...

Mini-Ep 459: No Shame In The Mom Jean Game

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise share their co-working space suggestions, soft jean recs that aren’t mom jeans, and the SUPER truth about the experience of laser ha...

Episode 367: Be A Try Hard with Alex Laughlin

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Laughlin, writer, audio producer and the creator of Normal Gossip joins Doree and Elise to discuss her new show Try Hard and why it’s important...

Mini-Ep 458: Wigs, Babies, and Bronzer

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise finishes up her health scan and Doree heads to dinner with the coolest golf club in town. Then, they hear from listeners about the emotional use...

Episode 366: Have No Shame with E. Jean Carroll

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Elle columnist, journalist, and author, E. Jean Carroll joins Doree and Elise to discuss the surprise release of her new book NOT MY TYPE: One ...

Mini-Ep 457: Don’t Forget to Wipe

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners send in yet more kitchen towel and rag recommendations! Plus, we get a post-friendship month update, and a listener asks for advice on how t...

Episode 365: People Like Me Better When I Cry with Jena Friedman

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Disclaimer: Adult language in this episode!Comedian and writer Jena Friedman joins Forever35 to talk about her newfound joy in tennis, why she’s exc...

Mini-Ep 456: Towels, Rags, and Wipes, Oh My!

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise meets a listener in the wild, and Doree’s clean couch hates to see her dog coming! Plus, listeners turn out en masse with dish towel (and/or k...

Episode 364: The GlowJob x Forever35 Cross Over Episode!

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s an extra-special cross-over episode when the co-hosts of GlowJob, Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, join Doree and Elise to chat about all things beau...

Mini-Ep 455: Something Sus

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree’s on vacation, so Samee Junio joins Elise this week! They chat about Elise’s upcoming biopsy and all the titanium boob markers out there in ...

Episode 363: Stretching the Power of Fashion with Nikki Ogunnaike

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire magazine, Nikki Ogunnaike, shares with Doree and Elise her love of stretching, the role of magazines in today's fractu...

Mini-Ep 454: We Love A Bucket

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise fills Doree in on her high-altitude work trip and Doree shares a thoughtful text with Elise before they hear from listeners about how to discuss...

Episode 362: To Know A Relaxed Woman with Nicola Jane Hobbs

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise speak with Nicola Jane Hobbs, author The Relaxed Woman, about what reclaiming rest actually looks like outside of naps and baths, the ...

Mini-Ep 453: Party On

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise shares the tales of her college-themed keg party and Doree has a minor panic when she can’t smell any of her (unscented) beauty products. They...

Episode 361: Bestie At First Sight with Lindy West & Meagan Hatcher-Mays

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bestselling author Lindy West and her best friend, democracy policy expert Meagan Hatcher-Mays, join Doree and Elise to tell us about Text Me Back, th...

Mini-Ep 452: The Dream of the Nineties

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise preps for her ’90s kegger party and Doree preps for a playdate at her house that Henry orchestrated. Then, they hear from listeners about the ...

Episode 360: Build A Life You Love with Alicia Menendez

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alicia Menendez, co-host of MSNBC’s “The Weeknight,” joins Doree and Elise to gab about how she centers herself during insane news cycles, what ...

Mini-Ep 451: Party City

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise catch up and discuss going to a beauty brand party together and Elise’s trip to Zion. They also learn how to clean a tutu and respon...

Vibe Check Drops In On Forever35

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're on vacation, so please enjoy this very special episode of the Vibe Check podcast, featuring former Forever35 guest Sam Sanders and his co-hosts ...

Mini-Ep 450: What Is Midsommar, Anyway?

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners about recs for kids and money, how to support a family member in a bad relationship, and more (non-frumpy) sun pro...

Episode 359: Burn It Down with Maris Kreizman

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Maris Kreizman joins Forever35 to speak about her new collection of essays I Want To Burn This Place Down. Elise and Maris discuss Maris’s connectio...

Mini-Ep 449: These Are a Few of Our Favorite Microjoys

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise share their recent microjoys and their thoughts on the Wirecutter Trader Joe’s list. They also hear from listeners about tennis-them...

Episode 358: Speak Your Voice with Your Money with Jannese Torres

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In our Money Month finale, Doree and Elise speak with Yo Quiero Dinero host Jannese Torres about savings, retirement, and investing — everything fro...

Mini-Ep 448: Seeking Summertime Sunscreen Suggestions

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise hear from listeners sunscreen for a specific part of our faces, answer some specific questions about our favorite beverages, and the c...

Episode 357: Self-Reflection About Money with Amanda Clayman

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Financial therapist Amanda Clayman returns to Forever35 (after seven years!) to talk to Doree and Elise about the TikTok trend “loud budgeting” an...

Mini-Ep 447: One Point At A Time

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise tells about the fun Taylor Swift-themed birthday party she attended over the weekend. Then, Doree re-traumatizes Elise with a listener text abou...

Episode 356: Anti-Budget Culture with Dana Miranda

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise chat about Doree’s birthday party hosted by Elise where friends were made, trivia was played, and the string lights shone bright!&nb...

Mini-Ep 446: Creatures and Teachers

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise starts the show with the stuff of nightmares (mostly kidding) and Doree shares a listener voicemail with a timely reminder. Then, listeners weig...

Episode 355: Money Is the Tool, Not the Goal with Reema Khrais

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To kick off Money Month, Doree and Elise bring on Reema Khrais, host of the Marketplace podcast This Is Uncomfortable. They discuss everything from wh...

Mini-Ep 445: Hair Oil Recs and Fit Checks

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elise satisfies her stomach with Taiwanese food and Doree gives advice on puppydom before they hear from listeners about parenting and self-care, hair...

Episode 354: Kate Spencer Comes Back! (For One Episode)

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise talk to beloved former Forever35 co-host Kate Spencer! They get into it all — from strength training and her new sexy book All’s F...

Mini-Ep 444: Spilling the Tee

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree has tennis team gossip and Elise has the perfect New York spring trip. Then, listeners write in about how to find your professional spark after ...

Episode 353: What It Means to Feel Better with Arianna Rebolini

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

CW: This episode discusses depression and suicide Doree shares some of her sun protection style (think beekeeper) and Elise shares a story about ...

Mini-Ep 443: Casual T-Shirt Unicorn

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise discuss the latest release of Trader Joe’s mini tote bags, the perils of flying into Newark airport, and the difficulties of writing...

Episode 352: Motherhood in the Age of Surveillance with Amanda Hess

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Elise speak with New York Times journalist Amanda Hess about her new book Second Life: Having a Child in the Digital Age, how online surveil...