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Mini-Ep 221: Buyer's Remorse

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is again joined by Caroline Moss and Nora McInerny to answer listener questions all about the things we want and need. From what to buy for a new...

Episode 178: Skinimalism with Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree get deep on all things skin with beauty editors and hosts of Gloss Angeles Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan. They talk about the products an...

Mini-Ep 220: Kat + Car + Nor

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When Doree’s away, Caroline Moss and Nora McInerny come out to play! Kate invites guest hosts on the pod while Doree’s on vacation to answer liste...

Mini-Ep 219: A Change of Scenery

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate prepares to gently turn 42 and Doree finds joy in personalizing book signings. Then, listeners ask about indulgent eye creams, menstrual cups vs ...

Episode 177: Pep Talks with Jasmine Guillory

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree are joined by Jasmine Guillory — longtime friend of the pod and NY Times bestselling author — whose new novel, While We Were D...

Mini-Ep 218: Calendars and Numbers

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate enjoys some of nature’s highlighter and Doree goes on vacation! Then, listeners send in their support for the sober caller questioning her reli...

Mini-Ep 217: Soothing, Sexy, Ships

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate wonders what to do with the bottom half of her face as she adjusts to removing her mask in public, and Doree receives a million helpful suggestio...

Ep 176: Bathtub Romance with Tia Williams

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate becomes one with nature in New Hampshire and Doree is just a few sales away from being a bestselling memoirist. Then, romance novelist and Editor...

Listen to an Exclusive Forever35 Excerpt of Thanks for Waiting

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this exclusive excerpt from THANKS FOR WAITING, Doree tells the story of her one-night-stand with a Breathalyzer salesman, and also how it felt to ...

Mini-Ep 216: The Omelet Narrative

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate travels to New England and stocks up on some beloved regional foods and Doree visits her first podiatrist. Then, listeners write in about going t...

Mini-Ep 214: That Cat Eye Life

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Kate announce their new InStyle column! Then, they hear from listeners about wedding invitation politics, a cool aloe vera tip, a hot Sephor...

Episode 175: Time to Bloom with Doree Shafrir

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Finally, it’s The One Where Kate Interviews Doree! In celebration of Doree’s new book Thanks for Waiting: The Joy (& Weirdness) of Being a Lat...

Mini-Ep 214: Spirituality With Grace

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate can’t stop eating prunes and listening to Dolly Parton and Doree decides sometimes self-care IS about a bath. Then, listeners send in their tho...

Mini-Ep 213: How To Do Nothing

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s journal arrives and it’s not what she expected, and Doree continues to explore her personal organization workflow. Then listeners ask about...

Ep 174: Perfume Genius with Margaret Cho

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discover that they might actually believe in the effects of Mercury in retrograde. Then, Margaret Cho tells them all about her perfume ...

Mini-Ep 212: Living In Your Light

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree chat about some new discoveries in the daily planner solutions department. Then, they hear from listeners about the consequences of pee...

Mini-Ep 211: 50 Shades of Gray

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss their current skincare philosophies and hear from listeners about some skincare secrets and the shock of gray pubic hair, and g...

Ep 173: A Gouda Time Was Had By All with Georgia Clark

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finds a novel use for a Louise Penny book and Doree prepares for a long overdue weekend away. Then, author and performer, Georgia Clark joins the...

Mini-Ep 210: The Inner Work

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree dig into religion and spiritualism, then hear from listeners about the joy of being lazy and unlearning the cultural value of prod...

Mini-Ep 209: The Nose Knows

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree prepares for her two-night book launch event extravaganza and Kate starts running without expectations. Then, listeners ask about when to bail o...

Ep 172: Embracing the Third Third of Life with Anne Lamott

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate has a cocktail with friends and stays out a little too late and Doree makes fun summer plans. Then, author Anne Lamott joins the podcast to talk ...

Mini-Ep 208: Your Soul Is Smiling

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree barrel through a busy time and lament valuing productivity over everything. Then, they hear from listeners about self-care with a chron...

Mini-Ep 207: Bad Dates and Roller Skates

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate suits up in a new bikini and Doree preps for a parent visit. Then, listeners write in to talk about rediscovering their post-pandemic style, repr...

Episode 171: Camp Counselor Energy with Dr. Lizzie Cleary

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate worries that everyone is hanging out without her and Doree experiences a colorful post-pandemic wardrobe revival. Then licensed clinical psycholo...

Mini-Ep 206: Xoxo, Future You

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree learn from listeners about how to make small changes that turn into big solutions for future them. To leave a voicemail or text fo...

Mini-Ep 205: Blue Light, Da Ba Dee Da Ba Di

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate becomes a pen-head and considers getting into fountain pens, and Doree celebrates her birthday with a little second-hand joie-de-vivre. Then, tog...

Ep 170: Self-Care or Self-Delusion with Unladylike Podcast

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate pitches herself a fun, new skin challenge and Doree has a pre-pandemic-normal evening in with friends.Then, feminists, podcast hosts, and media c...

Mini-Ep 204: Go On and Adventure

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree wipe down their seats, slather on some moisturizers, and leave on a jet plane, and listeners send in their best travel tips, hacks, and...

Mini-Ep 203: Fun In the Sun(screen)

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate celebrates visiting friends and family and wonders why she’s not a Seattalite and Doree does a Disneyland day! Then, they suggest a listener ge...

Ep 169: Funny Women Are Self-Care with Amy Solomon and Monica Padman

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate decides to come up with a skincare routine for her body and Doree considers going roller skating for her birthday. Then, comedy writer and produc...

Mini-Ep 202: Wedding Bells and Weighted Blankets

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree relishes a light, but sexy novel series that delights Kate, who brings her Google calendar into the intenchie zone. Then, listeners send in thei...

Mini-Ep 201: Back to the Future

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate prepares to take a flight with new airport self-care rituals and Doree reveals she’s reading a (not-so) surprising book series and planning a f...

Ep 168: Talking About Hard Things with Anna Sale

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree prepare themselves to talk about hard things (like Mother’s Day), and then they're joined by author and host of Death, Sex, and Money...

Mini-Ep 200: Lots of Questionable Advice

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the 200th Mini-Ep! We asked you for questions and you delivered! We answer pod sausage Q’s, talk about prods and past guest advice, and play ...

Mini-Ep 199: Parental Advisory

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s got an affordable mascara rec, Doree loves a crime doc, and tons of listeners send in their support for the caller waffling between grad scho...

Ep 168: The Whiteness of Wealth with Dorothy Brown

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finishes season one of Call My Agent and decides Doree is right about everything and Doree settles in for the long haul with a dark book rec. The...

Mini-Ep 198: What Is Time

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate works through some negative body image thoughts and Doree begins to question time when she realizes both of Henry’s birthdays have been during ...

Mini-Ep 197: Mist Connections

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree starts some good digital wellness practices and Kate receives a good reminder from an unlikely source. Then, listeners call in about learning to...

Ep 166: Building Black and Brown Beauty Dreams with Nyakio Grieco

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate sets up a fountain pond and is all set to relax while Doree takes a seat at the piano and continues to enjoy it! Then, beauty industry veteran an...

Mini-Ep 196: Going The Distance

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate feels oh-so-good about briefly visiting a Sephora in person and Doree needs some post-lockdown fashion inspo. Then listeners send in their tips f...

Mini-Ep 195: Boob Masks and Foursomes

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate has a morning she’s always dreamt about and Doree shares a dupe that she is L-O-V-I-N-G. Then, listeners ask about boob masks, feeling a fourso...

Ep 165: State of the Artist with Beth Pickens

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate stocks her cart for the Sephora sale and Doree takes a chance on a pop-culture rec from her mom. Then, artists' counselor and author Beth Pickens...

Mini-Ep 194: Mindless Munching and Meet-Cutes

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree feels a feeling she hasn’t felt in a while, and Kate is sore from sitting too much. Then, listeners share their thoughts on micro-blading, ful...

Mini-Ep 193: Sunscreen Dreams

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear from listeners about Doree’s athletic sunscreen struggle, what cleansers best remove sunscreen, and how to improve sleep struggl...

Ep 164: Just What the Doctor Ordered with Dr. Alex Anderson

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate reserves the “fancy sunscreen” for herself and Doree starts to tickle the ivories. Then, friend of the pod, Dr. Alex Anderson joins the show ...

Mini-Ep 192: Thank You, Necks

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate regrets a recent water bottle splurge, and Doree has a new podcast recommendation. Then, listeners call in about VPL, maintaining a long-distance...

Mini Ep 191: From the Hair-ses Mouth

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate loves a surprising twist in a romance novel, Doree gets up on her soapbox to talk about her denim shopping experience, and listeners weigh in on ...

Ep 163: But You're Still So Young with Kayleen Schaefer

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree revisit old hobbies from their youth and talk to journalist and author Kayleen Schaefer (But You’re Still So Young) about redefining ...

Mini-Ep 190: From Neck To Nips

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear from listeners about washing new underwear before you wear it, how to feel better about an aging neck, sad tv shows, and how to pl...

Mini-Ep 189: We All Scream For Eye Cream

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear from a new mom re-entering the world of self-care, a listener concerned about leaving a bad job, and a stomach sleeper looking to ...

Ep 162: Jane of All Trades with June Diane Raphael

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate brings in a French pharmacy haul and Doree prepares to see her (newly vaccinated!) parents for the first time in a year. Then, oft-requested gues...

Mini-Ep 188: To Pee or Not to Pee

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate suffers from pee performance anxiety while on a short road trip and Doree successfully turns in a final draft of her book! Then, listeners call i...

Mini-Ep 187: Love Gives Us Hope

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate buys fancy joggers and Doree pays a masked visit to her hair salon. Then, listeners discuss anxiety about re-entering society after COVID, how to...

Ep 161: Gua Sha Revealed with Sandra Lanshin Chiu, L.Ac

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tries out a new morning make-up routine after a late night and Doree completes another life checklist item. Then, the Licensed Acupuncturist and ...

Mini-Ep 186: Empathy and Boundaries

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree has a revelatory bra experience, Kate’s kids are going back to school (sorta), and listeners send in questions about how to be there for a lon...

Mini-Ep 185: Easier Said Than Done

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree note their Quarantine anniversary, and listeners weigh in about the caller with a smelly partner, having a skincare routine when you wo...

Ep 160: A Balm of One's Own with Joanna Rakoff

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree add a little comfort and care to their lives in the form of pedicures and bra fittings, then welcome Joanna Rakoff (My Salinger Year) o...

Mini-Ep 184: Thong Song

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s obsessed with a new album, Doree begins her Invisalign journey, and listeners weigh in about investing, ask what to do with tiny water bottle...

Mini-Ep 183: Grace and Space

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate suffers a hangover and debates ditching alcohol altogether and Doree slathers on a sport sunscreen that might just do the trick. Then, listeners ...

Ep 159: Cooking = Love with Julia Turshen

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate lets work stress get the better of her hard-earned routines and Doree volunteers as an act of self-care. Then, Julia Turshen takes a break from h...

Mini-Ep 182: Let's Get Wet

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate hydrates with her giant new water bottle, and Doree takes a (Peloton) bike ride with Forever35 listeners. Then, listeners give their queer style ...

Mini-Ep 181: Universally Endorsed By All

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate falls for another Instagram ad preying on her desire for long 80’s-style nails, and Doree needs a great sporty sunscreen recc. Then, listeners ...

Ep 158: Take the Plunge with Suleika Jaouad

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate receives a sweet and insightful gift from her daughter, and Financial Doree takes a whack at the patriarchy by investing. Then, Suleika Jaouad (B...

Mini-Ep 180: Winged Guys and Under Eyes

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s back to obsessing about her favorite fantasy book series, and Doree makes peace with frequent hair-washing. Then, listeners ask about face cr...

Mini-Ep 179: What's in a Name?

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate takes up jewelry making and Doree’s meal kit procrastination becomes meal prep. Then, they discuss Doree’s first name, big career changes, an...

Ep 157: Keeping Up with Mariah Smith

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate prepares for a work deadline by settling in for a RomCom marathon and Doree bakes some challah bread after catching her husband’s not-so-subtle...

Mini-Ep 178: Z Is For Zeezer

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss Zeezer (aka Zoomer) vs Millennial fashion trends and Doree’s cured folliculitis! Then, they hear from listeners about taking ...

Mini-Ep 177: Bless The Butt

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate shocks Doree with her new hobby, and Doree’s mood improves significantly after wearing Real Clothes™. Then, listeners share their butt hair r...

Ep 156: Always and Forever with Janel Parrish

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree become sisters in Wellbutrin and take (separate) walks to clear their minds. Then, actor Janel Parrish joins them to talk about the joy...

Mini-Ep 176: Aldi and All Night

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tries out some Sally Hansen nail products, and Doree has some thoughts about aging. Then, “Aldi Nerds” weigh in with passionate recommendatio...

Mini-Ep 175: Supported Boobs and Cream Tubes

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets a new bra with the help of a Zoom bra-fitting, and Doree falls in love with an affordable sweatsuit set. Then, they hear from listeners abou...

Ep 155: Be There In Five Crossover with Kate Kennedy

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate enjoys the simple things that bring her pleasure and Doree reveals that she’s drinking coffee again. Then, Be There In Five Podcast host, autho...

Mini-Ep 174: Smell Ya Later

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree celebrates a work accomplishment and Kate is excited to find a spray Aquaphor. Then they hear from listeners about Bag Balm, melasma, and reed d...

Mini-Ep 173: Dry Hands, Wet Sinks

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree give their pop culture recommendations of the moment and then hear from listeners about great, drugstore-priced hand lotions, how to he...

Ep 154: Radical and Unapologetic Self-Care with Forever35 Essential Workers

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear from essential workers about how they take care of themselves, teachers who have the added responsibility of COVID safety duty, an...

Mini-Ep 172: Wear, Wash, Repeat

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss the Presidential inauguration through the lens of self-care. Then, they hear from listeners about anxiety meds, pajama washing ...

Mini-Ep 171: Hitting the Wall

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate rates a new drugstore and Doree gives an update on how she’s handling COVID in her household. Then listeners call in about breaking up with a t...

Ep 153: Insider Info with Annie Kreighbaum and Nick Axelrod-Welk

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree navigates her new role as a COVID caregiver and Kate grapples with depression and how to move through it. Then, Annie Kreighbaum and Nick Axelro...

Mini-Ep 170: Invest In Yourself

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Doree’s husband unexpectedly tests positive for COVID, and Kate looks for ways to start the morning warm and satiated. Then, listeners offer thought...

Mini-Ep 169: Let It Grow

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear from listeners about multi-task stretching, fancy friends with impeccable taste, and what to do about butt hair.Activity of the We...

Ep 152: Divine Comedy with Atsuko Okatsuka

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets dressed like it’s 2019 and Doree’s hair grows to new lengths. Then, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka (Let’s Go, Atsuko!) joins them to talk to...

Mini-Ep 168: Pajama Party

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree put on their fluffiest robes and comfiest slippers to share listeners’ pajama recommendations, and answer questions about sleeping wi...

Mini-Ep 167: Hot Baths and Cold Showers

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree slather their hands with “desk lotion” and listeners write in with questions about enhancing bath-time and setting and keeping boun...

Ep 151: The Big Beauty Ep with Michelle Lee

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate cultivates a self-care plan for 2021 and Doree is ready to pick up every item and see if it sparks joy. Then they’re joined by Michelle Lee, th...

Mini-Ep 166: No Scrubs

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is slugging and loving it, Doree soaks up the relaxation in another bath, and listeners send their weekly scrub down routine, tell us why they're...

Mini-Ep 165: Hearts Wide Open

01 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree chat about a mist for their nostrils, discuss their 2021 intentions and hear from listeners about what they hope the next year holds.Ac...

Replay: Ep 71: Serums for the Soul with LaTonya Yvette

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi friends! We are off this week and will be replaying some of our favorite Forever35 episodes. Next up, LaTonya Yvette from May 2019!This week Doree ...

Replay: Ep77: Seeing Yourself with Santina Muha

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi friends! We are off this week and will be replaying some of our favorite Forever35 episodes. Next up, Santina Muha from June 2019!This week, Kate a...

Replay: Ep 59: All You Need Is Love with Ashley Ford

25 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi friends! We're off this week and will be replaying some of classic Forever35 episodes. This ep originally aired on 2/14/19.This week, Kate exp...

Replay: Ep 91: Stay Curious With Alie Ward

23 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi friends! We're taking a little break for the holidays and we're re-airing some classic eps. This episode originally aired on 9/26/19.This week, Kat...

Mini-Ep 164: Body Butter, Skin Lover

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss feeling down during the 2020 holiday season. Then, listeners write in about self-care changes due to quarantine, the best body ...

Mini-Ep 163: Aquaphor Influencers

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate raves about an e.l.f. moisturizer and Doree fills her tub and gets her soak on. Then, an aesthetician writes in to begrudgingly praise Aquaphor, ...

Ep 150: Don't Text Me Back with Stephanie Wittels Wachs

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide and opioid addiction starting at 12:15. If you wish to skip this portion of the show, sk...

Mini-Ep 162: Plum Oil and Pickleball

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate celebrates her oldest daughter's birthday and realizes she has some stuff to process about her traumatic childbirth experience, and Doree wishes ...

Mini-Ep 161: 35 Forever, Alone Never

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets into Pinterest-y meal-planning, and Doree learns a grittier side of self-care. Then, listeners send in support and advice for the listener r...

Ep 149: Self-Care vs. Self-Deprecation with Cazzie David

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate receives her mysterious package and Doree is bummed her tennis lessons are canceled. Then, Cazzie David joins them to discuss her new book No One...

Mini-Ep 160: Holiday Hoopla

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate decides she will be simplifying her holiday routine and Doree find an excellent eczema cream. Then, they hear from listeners hear about sudden fr...

Mini-Ep 159: Wet Sinks and Wedding Rings

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is waiting for a mysterious package, Doree can’t stop watching The Undoing, and listeners ask questions about how not to splash water everywher...

Ep 148: Building A Mystery with Louise Penny

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate accidentally turns off all her email notifications and experiences a stress free weekend, and Doree wonders when the last time she showered was a...

Mini-Ep 158: Aquaphor and Cozy Socks

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets back on the horse (literally!) and Doree has the holiday blues. Then, listeners give their suggestions for teacher gifts, an expert calls in...