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Mini-Ep 137: Good Enough to Eat

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finally gets some rest and Doree’s in search of the ultimate desk chair. Then listeners send in edible skincare product reccs, request skincare...

Mini-Ep 136: Fan Service

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree feel the weight of current events, but balance it by joining an organization, being thankful for a new desk fan, and hearing from liste...

Ep 137: Here to Evolve with Rebecca Carroll

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate's found a comfortable inside shoe and Doree tries out a new, highly recommended hair prod. Then, Rebecca Carroll (WNYC Studio’s Come Through) j...

Mini-Ep 135: If We Took a Holiday

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree dream up a luxurious fantasy vacation together before they dive back into reality and hear from listeners about budgeting, honing the c...

Mini-Ep 134: Acid Trip

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets deeper into the orthopedic shoe game while Doree realizes she might have some doomsday prepping tendencies. Then, listeners reach out about ...

Ep 136: Celebrate Change with Brit Bennett

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s in her feelings this week and having weird melatonin dreams, and Doree shares a book recc and a delicious pasta recipe. Then, NY Times bestse...

Mini-Ep 133: Basic and on a Budget

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate learns she might be “basic” and discusses how to handle remote schooling as a parent. Doree shares a really useful budgeting tool and gives a...

Mini-Ep 132: Scents And Sensibility

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree spritz on some perfume and discuss Kate’s “barely there” makeup products, Doree’s new book cover, holidays that bring unexpecte...

Ep 135: Project Self-Love with Ashley Nell Tipton

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate has an exciting new High-Low product comparison to share, and Doree deals with a broken computer. Then, Project Runway winner and fashion designe...

Mini-Ep 131: Gratitude and Maditude

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree recap Olive & June’s new nail polish colors and discuss getting through the current California heatwave. Then they hear from some...

Mini-Ep 130: Cut Yourself Some Slack

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate navigates a bout of anxiety and Doree gets caught up in “It Bag” mania, then they both review the long list of listener recommended thick fac...

Ep 134: Turn the Page with Emma Straub

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate revels in a great Trader Joe’s grocery haul and Doree begins to re-explore the world of retinol and AHAs. Then, Emma Straub ( co-owner of Books...

Mini-Ep 129: Crosswords and Coffeepots

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate starts doing crosswords with her family, and Doree reveals the outcome of operation “Birthday Redemption.” Then, they receive a shoutout from...

Mini-Ep 128: Skin Secrets with Dr. Pimple Popper

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree talk to dermatologist and pimple expert Dr. Sandra Lee (aka the one and only Dr. Pimple Popper). She answers listener questions like ho...

Ep 133: Romance Languages with Talia Hibbert

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate wonders how she's going to turn her home into a school and Doree learns firsthand the difference between her love language and her husband’s. T...

Mini-Ep 127: Quaran-Kat and Dor-entine

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate hits her pandemic wall and Doree thanks the Gee, Thanks Just Bought It Facebook Group for a prod rec they knocked out of the park. Then they sugg...

Mini-Ep 126: Repressed Sexuality Never

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is in search of a THICC face moisturizer, Doree finds her pandemic bralette, and listeners send in their thoughts about exploring their sexuality...

Ep 132: Places of Vulnerability with Meredith Talusan

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate gets a (masked, outdoors) haircut and Doree’s eyebrows are out of control, plus they discuss how to take care of maskne. Then they’re joined ...

Mini-Ep 125: Bike Shorts and Clean Sheets

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree find comfort in bike shorts and cleansers. Then they get a cozy mystery recc and hear from listeners about thank you notes, when to rep...

Mini-Ep 124: Cry It Out

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree reveal their go-to breakfast recipes, and listeners share about their post-cry rituals, ways to cope with divorce, and an interesting m...

Ep 131: Like Yourself First with Tara Schuster

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate wonders why it’s so hard to find a good bathing suit, and Doree plays a mah jongg hand that she will never top. Then they’re joined by Tara S...

Mini-Ep 123: Cozy Clothes and B.O. Woes

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree dig into pandemic wardrobe essentials and the best basic skincare routine, plus a caller shares an affordable face oil recc and a liste...

Mini-Ep 122: Dry Shampoo Forever

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finds the holy grail of cleansers, and Doree is feeling positive about her book edits. Then they have some dry shampoo chit chat, hear back from ...

Ep 130: You've Got a Friend With Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate has a big cry and deals with dehydration, and Doree binges some reality tv. Then Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman (hosts of Call Your Girlfriend and...

Mini-Ep 121: Oil Change

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is sad the days are getting shorter and Doree enjoys a relaxing day in the park. Then they hear from listeners requesting face oil recommendation...

Mini-Ep 120: Gift With Purchase

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

*Content warning: This episode contains a discussion about self-harm and suicidal thoughts (beginning at around 30:00).Kate and Doree reminisce about ...

Ep 129: Get Technical with Adda Birnir

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate’s feeling down, but finds solace in finishing a bottle of face mist, and Doree’s got some pop culture reccs to share. They also give an updat...

Mini-Ep 119: What the Doctor Said

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is curious how other people remove their body hair, and Doree sends her book off to her editor. Then, they hear from listeners about baths while ...

Mini-Ep 118: Room to Groom

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate celebrates her 41st birthday, and Doree celebrates her eyebrows growing in. Then, they hear from listeners about Stratia skincare products, decol...

Ep 128: Skin Deep with Caroline Hirons

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree discuss retinol, video-game habits, and the challenges of pandemic-living and social distancing. Then, skincare and beauty l...

Replay Ep 89: Let's Talk About Sex with Vanessa Marin

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi listeners! We’re taking a break this today, but please enjoy one of our favorite Forever35 episodes from September 2019.This week, Kate sees her ...

Replay Ep 61: Talk It Out with Nicole Byer

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi listeners! We’re taking a break this week, but please enjoy one of our favorite Forever35 episodes from February 2019.This week, Doree talks abou...

Replay Ep 63: Try Everything With Natasha Rothwell

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hi listeners! We’re taking a break this week, but please enjoy one of our favorite Forever35 episodes from March 2019.This week, Kate talks about th...

Mini-Ep 117: Vacation All We Ever Wanted

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree reflect on feeling ennui before taking the rest of the week off, and listeners ask about Black-owned mask companies, Bluetoo...

Mini-Ep 116: Period Piece

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree recommend a reading challenge and keeping your doctor’s appointments, then listeners call and write in to tell an embarrassing story ...

Ep 127: Follow Unexpected Paths with Ingrid Nilsen

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate is fascinated by a praying mantis and Doree is in a meal rut, then Ingrid Nilsen, YouTuber and host of One Step Podcast, joins them to talk about...

Mini-Ep 115: Friendship Questions with Danielle Bayard Jackson

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this mini-episode, Kate and Doree invite certified friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson (author of Give it a Rest: The Case for Tough Love Frie...

Mini-Ep 114: Family Feuds

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate reveals a bucket list item and Doree is missing her family during COVID-19 times. Then listeners recommend an amazing Black-owned candle company,...

Ep 126: Pride and Promotions with Meredith Fineman

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate finds a serum she can’t stop talking about and Doree has an update on her folliculitis. Then, Meredith Fineman (author of Brag Better) joins th...

Mini-Ep 113: Toner and Gossip

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners ask Kate and Doree for their advice about how to interact with pessimistic people, when to re-support a boycotted brand after seeing active ...

Mini-Ep 112: Hard Conversations

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Kate has a melatonin recommendation, and Doree deals with her skunk-sprayed pup. Then listeners weigh in on wearing makeup to work while also m...

Ep 125: Use Your Influence with Tiffany Turner-Moon

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and her family get tested for coronavirus and Doree calls out her son’s playgroup on their tepid response to current events. Then Tiffany Turne...

Mini-Ep 111: Reach Out and Speak Out

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree hear from listeners seeking tips on dealing with family members who don’t share the same moral values and how to balance b...

Mini-Ep 110: Take Action

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree check-in about the ways they're engaging in unlearning and what steps they're taking to make sure their anti-racist actions are long-te...

Ep 124: Learning and Unlearning

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss their efforts toward better anti-racism actions and allyship. They also talk through the tangible ways they and Forever35 liste...

Mini-Ep 109: Give Yourself Grace

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate tests out some new Fat and the Moon skincare and makeup products and Doree can’t stop playing Mahjong. Then listeners weigh in on the wonder of...

Ep 123: Soul Care with Jen Hatmaker

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate learns how to make pasta and recommends the Olive & June manicure box, and Doree finds comfort in Animal Crossing and considers laundry strip...

Mini-Ep 108: Pluck It

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini-episode, Kate and Doree hear from a self-proclaimed “Glossier expert” and a listener who puts serums on her butt, get some feedback o...

Episode 122: Dream Big with Lynn Chen

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

[Please note: This episode contains a discussion about eating disorders]Kate gets back into sleep hygiene after dealing with insomnia and Doree is new...

Mini-Ep 107: Bronzers and Birthdays

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this mini-episode, Kate and Doree hear a different perspective on toxic friends, wonder which self-tanner is the best to fake a tan, discuss quaran...

Episode 121: Pamper Yourself

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree discuss how to pamper yourself while staying at home, with products you already have. Make your own footbath, DIY a sugar sc...

Mini-Ep 106: Hair Care and Relationship Woes

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree help a listener understand Instagram, talk about how they prepare for their podcasts, and hear from listeners about scalp healing and d...

Episode 120: Little Moments with Edan Lepucki

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree reflect on Mother’s Day, and the many emotions — both good and bad — that come along with it. Then, Edan Lepucki, editor of Mothe...

Mini-Ep 105: Hand Creams and Career Dreams

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s mini-episode, Kate and Doree learn the proper pronunciation of L’Occitane, get a hand cream recc that leads them to reminisce about...

Ep 119: It’s Never Too Late with Madeleine Albright

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree are joined by former Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, who discusses the importance of friendship, the power of recogn...

Mini-Ep 104: Puppies and Tarot Cards

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini episode, Kate and Doree receive some hydrating hand cream reccs, hear from an introverted mom seeking social advice, and get the lowdown ...

Episode 118: Learn Your Limits with Zan Romanoff

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate shares all the details of her recent Glossier haul, and Doree takes an amazing pastry baking class online. Then author Zan Romanoff (Look, Grace ...

Mini-Ep 103: Baby Pics and Netflix

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini-episode, Kate and Doree share advice on how to handle a toxic work relationship, suggest ways to keep up with overwhelming baby photos, r...

Ep 117: Scheduling Joy with Jen Gotch

16 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

*In June 2020 Jen Gotch resigned from her position as Chief Creative Officer at Ban.do after allegations came to light of racism within the company an...

Mini-Ep 102: Help Wanted

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini-episode, Kate and Doree share listener stories about acts of kindness, hear from a caller who is struggling to ask for help, discuss frie...

Episode 116: Attentive Listening with AG (Mueller, She Wrote)

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and PTSD. Kate finds a great, new hyaluronic acid and sets up an unexpected ...

Mini-Ep 101: Learn and Move On

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree share the skincare products they wish they’d started earlier in life, suggest some quarantine dating ideas, and hear from a married l...

Ep 115: Skincare Rituals with Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate successfully makes sourdough bread and Doree makes a plan to keep from feeling overwhelmed at the end of every day. Then they’re joi...

Mini-Ep 100: Listener Asks and Butt Masks

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the 100th mini-episode! Kate and Doree answer listener questions about how they nourish their friendship outside of the pod, the oldest thing i...

Ep 114: The Next Right Thing with Dani Shapiro

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Kate chat about ingrown hairs, the intimacy of video-chatting with friends during quarantine, and exercising at home. They they talk to Dani...

Introducing: Here For You

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We've made a new podcast! Here For You is a new daily show meant to offer comfort and support during this scary and uncertain time. Each weekday morni...

Mini-Ep 99: Do It Now

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this mini-ep, Kate and Doree receive a new perspective on workplace diet culture, share listeners' thoughts about white lies, and get some advice o...

Ep 113: Comfort in Pop Culture with Lainey Lui and Duana Taha

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Kate and Doree discuss their first week of self-quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then Lainey Lui and Duana Taha of Lainey Gos...

Special Episode: Coronavirus Questions and Concerns

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this special episode Kate and Doree address some of the growing concerns around coronavirus. They speak with epidemiologist Caroline Buckee about w...

Ep 112: Sister Act with Bea and Leah Koch

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree discuss Coronavirus, Kate’s self-care practices around the anniversary of her mom’s death, and Doree’s current makeup and skincar...

Mini-Ep 98: Serums and Screw-Ups

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree hear from long-distance friends sharing some self-care time together, recommend serums for a listener seeking to maintain th...

Episode 111: Soaking Up Energy with Beth Newell

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate figures out how to stay fresh after a workout and Doree does some detective work on her recent skin breakout. Then they’re joined by...

Mini-Ep 97: Nature's Beauty

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini-episode, Kate and Doree share their own proposal stories, discuss the pressure to have "perfect" teeth, and advise a listener about worki...

Ep 110: Standing On Your Own Two Feet with Naomi Ekperigin

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week Doree ponders some financial self-care and Kate discovers that TikTok is the perfect stress release. Then they’re joined by comedian Naomi...

Mini-Ep 96: Gray Hair and Good Books

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree hear from listeners about their purpose in life, how to deal with running into your ex, and varying feelings about gray hair. Plus, the...

Ep 109: Let Your Mind Wander with Sierra Teller Ornelas

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kate’s got some new skincare prods to recommend, and Doree pares down her enormous lip gloss stash. Plus they discuss new audiobook faves ...

Mini-Ep 95: Naps and Pimple Patches

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree discuss cubicle self-care, weigh in on wearing pimple patches at work, and hear a convincing argument from a listener for fl...

Ep 108: Love Yourself

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kate nurses a cold and starts journaling, and Doree finishes her move and takes a relaxing bath in her new home. Then they dig into the prac...

Mini-Ep 94: Relax Your Shoulders

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree learn that a lentil festival exists, help a listener plan a wedding proposal, and hear from a Norwegian listener rediscovering a past h...

Episode 107: Red Lips and Beauty Tips with Fat Mascara

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate discusses her new habit of face picking and her desire to pick up gardening as self-care. Doree decides on new rugs for her new home a...

Mini-Ep 93: Little White Lies

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate and Doree discuss a listener’s struggles with telling white lies, hear how some listeners are fighting diet culture in their workpla...

Ep 106: Reduce Reuse Recycle

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kate and Doree break down how they got “glam” for the iHeart Radio Podcast Awards red carpet. Then, sans guest, they chat about how they...

Mini-Ep 92: Find Your Wondrous Thing

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate and Doree receive a voicemail from a listener about reconnecting with a friend they ghosted, discuss press-on nails, debate the necessity of hobb...

Ep 105: The Silent Treatment with Emma Gannon

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week Doree prepares to move and shares a new favorite lentil recipe, while Kate takes her first-ever dance class and gets into dewy makeup. ...

Mini-Ep 91: Offering Empathy

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s mini-ep Kate and Doree receive an update from the 13-year-old listener struggling with maintaining long-distance friendships, hear fr...

Ep 104: Achievable Happiness with Caissie St. Onge

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate considers making her own mists and focuses on cultivating more joy in her life, and Doree shares her new self-care practices: her “one line a d...

Mini-Ep 90: Warm Baths and Honest Conversations

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s mini-ep includes a listener-submitted theme song, a pro-paper planner voicemail with the cutest cameo ever, and tons of empathetic advic...

Ep 103: Best Intentions with Chemist Confessions

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Doree and Kate ring in the new year by going through their intentions for 2020. Then they welcome Victoria Fu and Gloria Lu, co-founders of Chemist Co...

Mini-Ep 89: Protect Your Heart

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the first mini-episode of 2020! This week Kate and Doree hear from a teen listener trying to figure out balancing their many activities while s...

Replay: Just Say No with Nora McInerny

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! We are off this week and will be replaying some of our favorite Forever35 episodes. Please enjoy Nora McInerny from May, 2018.Kate and...

Replay: Uniform Factor with Rachel Wilkerson Miller

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays! We are off this week and will be replaying some of our favorite Forever35 episodes. Please enjoy Rachel Wilkerson Miller from July, 20...

Replay: Money Talks with Amanda Clayman

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a replay of an episode that originally aired on December 5, 2018.This week, Doree gets into nesting, reorganizes her entire kitchen, and share...

Replay: The Joy of Cooking with Samin Nosrat

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a replay of an episode that originally aired on January 10, 2019.This week, Doree and Kate celebrate the 1st anniversary of the pod, discuss c...

Ep 102: 2019 Reflections and Reframes

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode Kate shares her Mist List (she loves a mist) and Doree breaks down her best practices for finishing a book with a baby at hom...

Mini-Ep 88: Unpack It

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s mini-episode, Kate and Doree hear from a caller with liberating wedding advice, share listener feedback about embracing curly hair, a...

Ep 101: Meet the Husbands with Matt Mira and Anthony King

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Doree discovers Yoga Toes and inspires a conversation about foot care, and Kate shares an embarrassing story from vacation that involves fla...

Mini-Ep 87: Snail Mail and Family Matters

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kate and Doree offer advice to someone striving to set boundaries with a relative while also supporting them, share a caller's lip care tip,...

Ep 100: Must Haves with Caroline Moss

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Kate hires a digital organizer to pare down her email and embraces inbox zero, and Doree discovers new skincare obsessions and learns the p...

Mini-Ep 86: The Kids Are All Right

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners respond to questions about seasonal affective disorder, what to do when your boss calls you a pushover, and whether to go to grad school far...

Introducing: Gee Thanks, Just Bought It

29 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have a Black Friday surprise for you — the first episode of Gee Thanks, Just Bought It, the first podcast in the Forever35 podfam, hosted by Caro...