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Episode 240: Aging in Beauty Culture with Valerie Monroe

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate visits with friends she hasn’t seen in years and Doree deals with a sick husband and co-host. Then, Valerie Monroe, former Beauty Director at O...

Mini-Ep 344: The Breast of Both Worlds

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree regales Kate with the story of her technical difficulties. Plus listeners celebrate successfully using a menstrual cup, feel seen after Kate’s...

Mini-Ep 343: Much Ado About Back Sleeping

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree learn a surprising fact about double washing your hair and hear from you all about butter sculptures, making childless friends in your ...

Episode 239: The Ghosts of Body Narratives with Nora McInerny

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss a not-so-ordinary day in the suburbs before inviting beloved friend of the pod Nora McInerny to talk about her new book Bad Vib...

Mini-Ep 342: Save It For Therapy

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree delve into the magic of their TikTok algorithms and hear from listeners about being grown ass women who wear what they want, how to mak...

Mini-Ep 341: Hot Tips and Hot Takes

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear all about your dogs’ taste in vibrators. Plus, they answer questions about how to tell someone you're dating that they have bad ...

Episode 238: Brain Zhuzh with Amanda Yesnowitz

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate realizes she could have been the first butter influencer and Doree has a pod-sausage update. Then, Forever35 listener, cruciverbalist, and award-...

Mini-Ep 340: Carry On my Workplace Friend

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate shares a rave review and Doree’s bag goes on a trip across the country without her. Then they hear from listeners about why “fanny pack” do...

Mini-Ep 339: Wear Clothes, Buy Some, Feel Good

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree consider the events in the world before hearing from listeners about the gross habits of dogs, books to read to get you through a tough...

Episode 237: Whole-Assing It with Sam Junio

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kate and Doree catch up after Kate's family trip to Disney World. Then they're joined by Forever35 icon -- and producer! -- Sam Junio for a ...

Mini-Ep 338: The Name Of This Episode Is Tub Pizza

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree sniff out a new scent collection they’d love to collab with. Then, they hear from listeners about style-shaming and reclaiming your b...

Mini-Ep 337: If Life Gives You Lemmings, Make Lemmingade

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate takes her show on the road for a camping trip and Doree settles in for a busy and normal fall season. Then, listeners ask about spa faux pas, elo...

Episode 236: A Guide to Being the World’s Worst Assistant with Sona Movsesian

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate unplugs her emotional drain and Doree thinks she might be that person who travels to her hairstylist now. Then, Sona Movsesian (The World's Worst...

Mini-Ep 336: Good Tub Grub

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree reminisce about haircuts circa 2012 and hear from listeners about how to deal with a snoring partner, eating popcorn in the tub, and we...

Mini-Ep 335: Let Hand Image Go

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate intentionally wanders into a new nail salon and Doree gets excited to try a new primary care doctor. Then, listeners ask if it’s normal to hate...

Episode 235: Dial F for Friendship with Dr. Marisa Franco

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate consciously uncouples from different forms of news in a way that’s better for her mental health and Doree continues to whittle down the clothes...

Mini-Ep 334: My Salty, Little Heart

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree gently detail their ideal travel clothes before hearing from listeners about advice for pregnancy-induced carpal tunnel, accidentally l...

Mini-Ep 333: It All Starts On TikTok

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tries a new skincare TikTok trend and Doree prepares for a solo-trip. Then, listeners send in their thoughts on transitioning more than just the ...

Episode 234: Everything Is Misery, Find Your Pocket of Joy with Scaachi Koul

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree starts a new PowerZone Challenge and Kate continues to explore building her community through pickleball. Then, Scamfluencers co-host and BuzzFe...

Mini-Ep 332: A New Age Dawns

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate follows listeners’ laundry advice and reports on her success and Doree takes the plunge into a political volunteer career. Then, listeners inve...

Mini-Ep 331: Pickleball and Milk Baths

02 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree plan the opening of their boutique hotel in Palm Springs before they hear from listeners about the etiquette of eating in the tub, grap...

Episode 233: Confidence in Strength with Saman Munir

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate dips her toes back into yoga classes and Doree gets some life admin done. Then, they talk with Saman Munir about how she helped Under Armour desi...

Mini-Ep 330: Capsule Skincare Cabinet

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate suffers a skincare existential crisis and Doree wants to collect her own wardrobe data. Then, listeners ask how to approach a coworker who has re...

Mini-Ep 329: Breathe Right, Sleep Right

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree continues to search for cool sun protection and Kate starts ADHD meds. Then, listeners write in about writing, a favorite new cleanser, and 2-in...

Episode 232: In The Kitchen with Christine Ha

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate leans into her Italian heritage and takes a cooking class, and Doree prepares to celebrate the Jewish New Year and contemplates a fall cleaning. ...

Mini-Ep 328: Ready For Love

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate prepares to have a child in middle school and Doree gets creative with meal planning. Then, listeners write in about putting honey on acne, the d...

Mini-Ep 327: Scrunchie Monsters

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Breaking news: Forever35 merch is in! Plus, Kate and Doree hear from listeners about the power of the placebo effect, music of the moment, and how to ...

Episode 231: Pop Culture As Self-Care with Kristen Meinzer & Jolenta Greenberg

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree rethink their summer skincare as the weather gets hotter. Then, Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg of By The Book return to the pod ...

Mini-Ep 326: Arm Care Psychology

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree welcomes Kate into her office for a bit of armchair psychology before hearing from listeners about all the ways they remove stains from their cl...

Mini-Ep 325: Chanel for NASA

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finds her mental health squad and Doree is on the hunt for some good picture books. Then, they hear from listeners about lugging a beloved candle...

Episode 230: Talk Thirty To Me with Anna Malaika Tubbs

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree share an exciting announcement and each pursue a new form of movement. Then, Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of The Three Mothers, joins the...

Mini-Ep 324: Ice Cream In A Hot Bath

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree are back, and they missed each other and the listeners. They chat about their vacation reads, being in your 40’s, beauty prods worth ...

Replay - Episode 158: Take the Plunge with Suleika Jaouad

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi Babies! We're taking a lil summer break, but please enjoy this replay episode with Suleika Jaouad!Kate receives a sweet and insightful gift from he...

Replay - Episode 178: Skinimalism with Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi Babies! We're taking a lil summer break, but please enjoy this replay episode with Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan!Kate and Doree get deep on all thing...

Replay - Episode 202: Thriving, Surviving, and Nail Biting with Wynter Mitchell-Rohrbaugh

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi Babies! We're taking a lil summer break, but please enjoy this replay episode with Wynter Mitchell-Rohrbaugh!CW: There is a discussion about pregna...

Replay - Episode 165: State of the Artist with Beth Pickens

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi Babies! We're taking a lil summer break, but please enjoy this replay episode with Beth Pickens!Kate stocks her cart for the Sephora sale and Doree...

Replay - Episode 159: Cooking = Love with Julia Turshen

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi Babies! We're taking a lil summer break, but please enjoy this replay episode with Julia Turshen!Kate lets work stress get the better of her hard-e...

Replay - Episode 196: Examining Consumption with Aja Barber

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi Babies! We're taking a lil summer break, but please enjoy this replay episode with Aja Barber!Kate is proactive about her health and Doree cries in...

Mini-Ep 323: Perfect Is The Enemy Of Good

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree mull over their conversation with past guest Jessica DeFino. Then, they hear from listeners about how to zuzh up a private bathroom, th...

Episode 229: Interrogating Beauty Culture with Jessica DeFino

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree interview pro-skin/anti-product beauty reporter Jessica DeFino. They discuss how our obsession with beauty culture is by design, which ...

Mini-Ep 322: The Name of the Game

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is now into infrared saunas and “Doctor Doree” dons her stethoscope to diagnose Kate’s long Covid symptoms. Then, they hear from listeners ...

Mini-Ep 321: Bring Back Chit Chat

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree get in the summer intenchie zone; Kate decides to be more present and Doree aspires to chit chat with friends more. Then, they hear fro...

Episode 228: Drag With A Capital D with Lil Miss Hot Mess

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is feeling herself in her new bathing suit and Doree desperately needs a shower. Then, they’re joined by storyteller Lil Miss Hot Mess to discu...

Mini-Ep-320: Ducts and Floors

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree dig into what it really means to be in a parasocial relationship with podcast listeners, and then hear about alternative ways to get do...

Mini-Ep 319: Context in Compliments

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Kate get prepped and ready for summer vacation and hear from listeners about how to replace the phrase “You look great” or any other com...

Episode 227: Not Usually A Joiner with Cameron Esposito

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate stumbles across a travel hack and Doree prepares to travel with a three-year-old. Then, Cameron Esposito joins them behind the mic to talk about ...

Mini-Ep 318: The Yacht Rock of Hats

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kat and Dor come to you, hats in hand, to chat all things hat recs, especially for their fellow big-headed listeners. To leave a voicemail or tex...

Mini-Ep 317: Your People Are Out There

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kat and Dor have their travel backpack selection in the bag! Then, listeners ask about low maintenance hair care, wonder what to do about a post-lunch...

Episode 226: Modern Grief and Loss with Rebecca Soffer

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree address the impactful Roe v. Wade decision and share some resources for how to continue to play the long game both politically and pers...

Mini-Ep 316: I Wear My Sunglasses At Night

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Kate announce some summer news and Kate puts the call out for your best summer entertainment suggestions. Then, they hear the best and brigh...

Mini-Ep 315: Tears For Free

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree explore what radical toe acceptance might look like and if nail polish is involved. Then, for the listener looking for cry content, the...

Episode 225: Girls Night Out, Let’s Have Fun Club with Heidi Gardner

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate keeps her face hydrated with two great serums and Doree continues her piano hobby with gusto. Then, Heidi Gardner (SNL, Netflix’s Hustle) joins...

Mini-Ep 314: My Skin Is Worth It

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate leans into frozen foods during a busy time and Doree becomes a super fan of a sunscreen brand. Then, listeners share a story about a not-so-discr...

Mini-Ep-313: Speak Your Quinoa Truth

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree surprises Kate with her love of a new show and Kate enjoys some human and Costco connection. Then, they compile and answer a hodge-podge of list...

Episode 224: Exploring the Wild Unknown with Kim Krans

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree both struggle with how to figure it all out and the best ways to cope. Then, multimedia artist and Wild Unknown tarot deck creator Kim ...

Mini-Ep 312: Fingernail Envy and Debt Frenzy

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate deals with the consequences of fingernail dreams and Doree celebrates a new milestone for her son. Then, listeners send in their love and support...

Mini-Ep 311: I’m Not Here To Make Sense

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate spends time with family visiting for the first time since the pandemic and Doree shades herself with all her new sun hats. Then, listeners get K+...

Episode 223: Welcome to Middle Age with Jessi Klein

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate discovers her daughters love ASMR and Doree sets a goal for June. Then Jessi Klein, author of You’ll Grow Out Of It and I’ll Show Myself Out,...

Mini-Ep 310: Bikini Line Feeling Fine

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree agree on which member of NKOTB they’d still make-out with before they hear from listeners about looking your age (or not), an ingrown...

Mini-Ep 309: Nothing Wrong With A Rage Walk

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate deals with a lingering Covid cough and Doree gets her skin lasered! Then, listeners send in their thoughts and reactions in the wake of the recen...

Episode 222: Add It To The Stack with Traci Thomas

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate enjoys a new night time ritual and Doree hunts for the perfect cute summer hat. Then, Traci Thomas of The Stacks podcast joins them to talk about...

Mini-Ep 308: Lean Into Skincare

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree decide that age just has a different vibe today after Kate receives a compliment that requires a culture narrative reframe. Then, they ...

Mini-Ep 307: Self-Care When the World is Bleak

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree share a few resources we can use to help take action in light of the recent mass shootings. Then, they hear from listeners about what t...

Episode 221: Gorgeous, Gorgeous Girls Have Giving Circles with Melissa Walker

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree finds a toner she doesn’t hate and Kate lives up to the middle name Horse. Then, Melissa Walker, Head of Giving Circles at The States Project,...

Mini-Ep 306: Sunglasses and Hot Girl Walks

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate ices her eyes and Doree celebrates her birthday with a wonderful hot stone massage. Then, listeners send in their thoughts about the Bumble coupl...

Mini-Ep 305: Post-Cry and Grief Rituals

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree have fun with some prod talk and hear from listeners about incorporating crying into your self-care routine, traditions to honor grief ...

Episode 220: The Power of Language with Rebekah Taussig

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate keeps her bedtime prods on her nightstand thanks to a listener rec, and Doree is riled up about the formula shortage and the ignorance it’s unm...

Mini-Ep 304: Finally35

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree celebrates her birthday with a comfortable and safe concert, and Kate finally makes her Buttcare Shelf for all to see. Then, listeners send in q...

Mini-Ep 303: Charming Chaos

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree watch some heart-stopping, cute TV and then hear from listeners about travel hacks and reusable containers, disliking a friend’s spou...

Episode 219: Abortion Access and Reproductive Justice with Jessica Pinckney

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Kate announce their Giving Circle with the States Project, and Kate reports on some isolation prods she enjoys. Then, Executive Director of ...

Mini-Ep 302: Butts, Butter, and Horses

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate continues to recover from Covid and Doree has a relaxing Thai massage. Then, listeners write in wondering if they're too old for a nose piercing,...

Mini-Ep 301: Keep It Pore-Fessional

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finally goes home post covid-isolation and Doree schedules a week of doctors appointments. Then, they hear from listeners about an interesting sk...

Episode 218: Everything You Know About Aging is Wrong with Dr. Becca Levy

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Becca Levy, author of Breaking The Age Code, joins Kate and Doree to discuss the ABC’s of aging, how positive age beliefs can impact physical fu...

Mini-Ep 300: Normalize Being Tired

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate shares a book that she can’t stop gushing about and Doree celebrates Henry’s third party. Then, listeners request a Goldilocks robe suggestio...

Mini-Ep 299: Sisterhood of the Traveling Prods

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree talk travel prods and mini bottles before hearing from listeners about under eye skincare for after a good cry, yellowing sheets, and b...

Episode 217: 20 Questions with Kat and Dor

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sans guest this week, Kat and Dor tackle a list of unexpected getting-to-know-you questions. Kate can’t remember any extinct animals except Doree’...

Mini-Ep 298: Get A Whiff Of That

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tries mouth taping and Doree wants a summer scent. Then, listeners wonder about Kate’s dog shampoo experience, question when it’s time to go ...

Mini-Ep 297: Reunited And It Feels So Good

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree record together IRL for the first time in a long time! Then, listeners write in to tell Kate her mom was right about nostril pimples, a...

Episode 216: Deconstructing the Internet with Taylor Lorenz

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tries a new lip product that seems like wizardry and Doree prepares to have people over for dinner for the first time in a while. Then, Washingto...

Mini-Ep 296: Grab Those Cheeks

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate enjoys a new smoothie and Doree realizes that her newsletter has become her new writing practice. Then, listeners send in their thoughts about th...

Mini-Ep 295: Hot Chocolate Is Self-Care

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is still on the hunt for the perfect vitamin c serum and Doree has a tale to tell about a serum spill. Then, listeners want to know what to do ab...

Episode 215: Own Your Narrative with Niharika Desai

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree have the pleasure of chatting with Niharika Desai (Principles of Pleasure) about her long friendship with Doree dating back to 1995, ho...

Mini-Ep 294: All Jugs Welcome Here

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree becomes a skincare consultant, and she and Kate discuss her toenail fungus influence. Then, listeners share another terrible superlative story, ...

Mini-Ep 293: Cheek to Thigh Coverage

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate takes a quick afternoon nap to stick it to the productivity-man and Doree has some strong pop culture opinions that emerge during a Bridgerton co...

Episode 214: Grief is Love with Marisa Renee Lee

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is newly obsessed with a serum and Doree has more to share on the Sephories sale. Then, Marisa Renee Lee (Grief Is Love) joins them to talk about...

Mini-Ep 292: The Micellar of Vaginas

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate curls into the fetal position over how many vitamin c serums are out there while Doree prepares for the Sephora sale. Then, a young Belgian liste...

Mini-Ep 291: California Love

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tries out period leggings and Doree finally reveals her nail surprise! Then, a Parisian listener announces a Forever35 meet-up, someone asks if C...

Episode 213: Navigating Beauty and Disability with Chloé Cooper Jones

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chloé Cooper Jones (Easy Beauty) joins Kate and Doree to discuss how she learned to make space for herself in the world as a disabled woman, her favo...

Mini-Ep 290: Who’s To Say

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate takes her relationship with herself to the home cooked meal phase and Doree can neither confirm nor deny a purchase of tiny hats for her toes. Th...

Mini-Ep 289: Heal Moist, Heal Well

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree dig into the shows they want to binge watch to ward off the creeping anxiety of the next wave of COVID. Then, they keep it light with l...

Replay: Our Interview with Madeleine Albright

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Madeleine Albright's passing, we're replaying this impactful interview we had with her in April 2020.This week, Kate and Doree are joined ...

Episode 212: Feeling The Sunshine with Jessamyn Stanley

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree reflect on the two year anniversary of Here For You and the pandemic. Then, Jessamyn Stanley (Dear Jessamyn, Yoke, The Underbelly) come...

Mini-Ep 288: Forest Baths and Life Paths

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets some sample prods from her facialist and Doree gives what may be one of the last invisalign updates. Then, listeners send their questions an...

Mini-Ep 287: Eggplant & Horse Head & Bath

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate wonders if she should immortalize the eggplant emoji on her body and Doree enjoys the most Doree-like show on Netflix with her mom. Then, listene...

Episode 211: Talking Momfluencers with Kathryn Jezer-Morton

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree imagine a Doree’s Spa Hotel scenario complete with massages, fancy rooms, and facials. Then, momfluencer scholar Kathryn Jezer-Morton...

Listen to an Exclusive Excerpt of In a New York Minute!

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hi everyone! Kate here. My debut novel, In a New York Minute, is out today, and to celebrate, I'm giving Forever35 listeners an exclusive listen to th...

Mini-Ep 286: Clock Blocking

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s book launch is tomorrow! Plus, Doree recognizes some good things that have come out of the pandemic. Then, listeners call in about whether to...

Mini-Ep 285: Fresh and Freckle Faced

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate recounts the story behind her favorite number and Doree discovers she has a bit of a wave to her hair. Then, listeners petition a podcast name ch...

Episode 210: Take Me To The Bone Zone with Kate Spencer

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree plays host to Kate leading up to the release of Kate’s first novel In A New York Minute. The tables have turned and Kate answers questions abo...

Mini-Ep 284: Dish Please

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doree announces a fun new surprise and Kate’s having a virtual In A New York Minute launch party - with Doree! Then, listeners weigh in on the Great...