Forever35

By Kate Spencer & Doree Shafrir

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What's Forever35 about?

Forever35 is a podcast about taking care of yourself. Each week, writers and wellness addicts Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir, along with a special guest, talk about the important things in life: which night creams will make you look well-rested, how long they really lasted on Whole30, if emptying your closet actually can bring you joy, and if the Hanacure mask is really just a scam intended to get you to post an unflattering photo of your face mid-mask on Instagram.

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Ep 86: Skin in the Game wit...

08.22.2019

This week Kate and Doree discuss the status of their skincare routines, the siren song of expensive products, and grappling with claustrophobic clutter. Plus: Kate falls through a trampoline in an exercise class and Doree’s got an ant infestation. Then ...

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08.22.2019 Ep 86: Skin in the Game with R.O. Kwon This week Kate and Doree discuss the status of their skincare routines, the siren song of expensive products, and grappling with claustrophobic clutter. Plus: Kate falls through a trampoline in an exercise class and Doree’s got an ant infestation. Then ...
08.19.2019 Mini-Ep 72: Relationship Roles oree and Kate receive a nostalgic email about the Singles building, hear from a listener about their lack of initiating hangouts, give recs for getting over a breakup, and advise someone wondering how to support their husband who recently came ...
08.15.2019 Ep 85: An Open Book with Jolenta Greenberg and Kristen Meinzer This week Kate and Doree talk to Jolenta Greenberg and Kristen Meinzer, co-hosts of the By The Book podcast, about what it’s like to immerse themselves in self-help books, having a “work wife”, and how work can be self-care. Plus, ...
08.12.2019 Mini-Ep 71: Don't Go Chasing (Hard) Waterfalls Doree and Kate hear from someone seeking tips for haircare with hard water, receive an email with thoughts for Kate about her phone journey, and offer advice to a listener who’s wondering if they’ve found “the one”. To leave a ...
08.08.2019 Ep 84: Beating Burnout with Emily and Amelia Nagoski Kate takes a cue from Doree and starts sleeping with her phone outside of her bedroom, while Doree talks potentially going back to caffeine. Plus, they discuss burnout and how to actually enjoy a vacation. Then they welcome sisters and ...
08.05.2019 Mini-Ep 70: How Do You Dupe Doree and Kate receive an email about childhood passions and reading for pleasure, discuss product dupes, hear from someone who’s started dancing daily (thanks to Liz Gilbert!), and give advice to a listener about how to maintain friendships. To leave ...
08.01.2019 Ep 83: 6 Month Intenchies with Alexandra Sacks Kate talks moderating a panel at ComicCon and oiling her face, and Doree gets a haircut and relishes her polish-free nails. Plus, they recap their 6-month intentions and set new ones. Then they welcome reproductive psychiatrist, author, and host of ...
07.29.2019 Mini-Ep 69: Girls Just Wanna Have Pun Doree and Kate get some follow-ups about body acne, hear from a listener who’s finally living her best life in her 40s, discuss regional dialect differences, receive a voicemail from someone wondering how to celebrate their body, and lend advice ...
07.25.2019 Ep 82: Financial Freedom with Tonya Rapley Doree and Kate sit down with millennial money expert Tonya Rapley to discuss how she went from a toxic relationship to starting her burgeoning business, My Fab Finance. She answers listener questions about money and relationships, saving up, getting out ...
07.22.2019 Mini-Ep 68: Body Acne Struggles with Priyanka Mattoo Former F35 guest Priyanka Mattoo comes on this week’s episode to help Kate and Doree respond to listener questions. Priyanka answers someone who wants to know how she’s managing her life now that she has a second child, and then ...
07.18.2019 Episode 81: Dessert Person with Claire Saffitz Kate talks turning 40, Doree discusses her success working with a financial coach, and they both share some of their fave vegetarian recipes. Then they welcome Gourmet Makes host Claire Saffitz, who details her journey to becoming a recipe-testing YouTube ...
07.15.2019 Mini-Ep 67: Thank You Notes and Shoulder Stress Kate and Doree receive several suggestions for easing tense shoulders, discuss the idea of Thank You Note Forgiveness Day, hear from a Zumba lover who’s embracing not caring what others think, and lend advice to a listener contemplating leaving life ...
07.11.2019 Ep 80: State of the Pod with Helen Hoang Doree and Kate talk give listeners an updated look into how the (vegetarian) pod sausage gets made, and also discuss powder dip manicures and pantry organization. Then they welcome author Helen Hoang, who details her journey being diagnosed with Autism ...
07.08.2019 Mini-Ep 66: Sun Sleeves and Starting Over Doree and Kate receive several recommendations for sun protective clothing, lend advice to a couple of twenty-somethings who are wondering what to do with their lives, and hear from a pregnant listener struggling to relax. To leave a voicemail for ...
07.04.2019 Ep 79: Makeup Artist Secrets with Jamie Greenberg This week Kate reflects on turning 40 and uses serums on the go, while Doree jumps back into Pilates and cozies up her bedroom. Plus, they share all their Ikea faves! Then they welcome celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg. She ...
07.01.2019 Mini-Ep 65: Sunscreen and Wanderlust Kate and Doree swap affordable sunscreen tips, discuss self-care while your partner is away, and receive an email from a listener who feels a “phantom itch” for something more. Plus they share listener responses for the mother who wrote in ...
06.27.2019 Ep 78: Just Dance with Elizabeth Gilbert Kate and Doree discuss the value of small talk and creaming one’s bod, celebrate some big accomplishments, and try out vegetarian recipes. Then they welcome New York Times best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert. She discusses dancing every day as self-care, writing ...
06.24.2019 Mini-Ep 64: Stop in the Name of Love Kate and Doree hear from listeners about what they’ve stopped doing for the sake of self-care, get a response regarding last week’s discussion about handling anger, lend advice to a woman who wants to support her deceased best friend’s daughter ...
06.20.2019 Ep 77: Seeing Yourself with Santina Muha This week, Kate and Doree discuss Kate’s new Matcha smoothie obsession, quitting coffee, and Doree’s breastfeeding journey. Then they chat with comedian, actor, and Beverly Hills 90210 super fan, Santina Muha (One Day At A Time). She talks about her ...
06.17.2019 Mini-Ep 63: Brush Hands Doree's back! She and Kate field responses regarding beauty mishaps of the past, including a caller who shares a particularly poignant epiphany. They also hear from a listener who wonders what to do whilst on maternity leave and lend advice ...
06.13.2019 Ep 76: Living In The Slog (and Doree Returns!) Our very own Doree Shafrir returns from maternity leave and hops back in the podcasting saddle this week. Hurray! Doree discusses her last days of pregnancy, her experience with childbirth, and her new life as a mother. Kate recounts everything ...
06.10.2019 Mini-Ep 62: Confidence Songs with Samee Junio On this week's mini-ep Kate is joined by Forever35 producer extraordinaire Samee Junio, who helps field listener questions and comments. They discuss the joy of using Q-tips and debate their intended purpose, offer advice about self-care whilst dealing with career ...
06.06.2019 Ep 75: Person of Intensity with Samee Junio This week, Kate is joined by a guest host who’s been with Forever35 since Day 1: producer Samee Junio. They discuss Samee’s online dating ups and downs, the challenges that come with being an intense person who struggles with boundaries, ...
06.03.2019 Mini-Ep 61: Goal Digging with Jackie Johnson Natch Beaut host Jackie Johnson joins Kate on this mini-episode! They lend advice to a woman who’s not feeling appreciated by her family, discuss their favorite affordable makeup brushes, and reminisce about past beauty mistakes. Plus, Kate responds to listeners ...
05.30.2019 Ep 74: Stronger Than Yesterday with Jackie Johnson How do you care for yourself during a divorce? This week, Jackie Johnson, host of the Natch Beaut podcast, joins Kate in the guest host spot, and details all the self-care practices she's implemented in the wake of her marriage ...
05.27.2019 Mini-Ep 60: Wholehearted Living with Ellen Fondiler This week Kate fields listener questions about work and jobs with career strategist and past Forever35 guest Ellen Fondiler. They lend advice to a listener dealing with imposter syndrome, consider what it means to be a good manager, give tips ...
05.23.2019 Ep 73: So Obsessed with Maurene Goo This week, YA author (and past Forever35 guest) Maurene Goo joins Kate in the guest host chair while Doree is on maternity leave. They discuss their shared struggles with anxiety, how K-Pop inspired Maurene's new book, why fandoms and romance ...
05.16.2019 Ep 72: Being Well with Nora McInerny This week, there’s a new guest host in town! Kate welcomes back Nora McInerny — author, Terrible Thanks For Asking host, TED-talker, and Forever35’s very own Midwest correspondent. They discuss finding your own definition of success, getting comfortable with sharing ...
05.09.2019 Ep 71: Serums for the Soul with LaTonya Yvette This week Doree and Kate dig into their current pop culture faves, from BTS and Ariana Grande, to a new Netflix show and some must-listen podcast episodes. (And yes, Kate mentions Schitt’s Creek. Again.) Then they welcome stylist and lifestyle ...
05.02.2019 Ep 70: LA Faves with Esmé Wang This week, Kate and Doree share some of their favorite spots in Los Angeles — from beloved bookstores, hikes, spas, and restaurants, to the best places for random celebrity sightings. Then they welcome New York Times best-selling novelist and essayist, ...
04.29.2019 Mini-Ep 59: Fake It Till You Make It Doree and Kate give a pep talk to a listener who wants to improve her confidence, share a follow up email regarding their response to a caller who's unhappy with her boyfriend’s wardrobe, and hear from a newly pregnant listener ...
04.25.2019 Ep 69: Body Positive Vibes with Sophia Carter-Kahn This week Kate and Doree celebrate the most wonderful time of the year: Sephora Sale Season! They discuss dream purchases, old favorites, and some possible items they may snag when that Sephora Beauty Insider discount kicks in. Then they welcome ...
04.22.2019 Mini-Ep 58: Waxing Poetic Doree and Kate break down their fave lip colors, swap strategies for pubic hair removal, share a listener voicemail about chivalry, and discuss dating and marrying younger partners. To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can ...
04.18.2019 Ep 68: Ready Set Boundaries with Jen Sincero This week, Kate and Doree go deep on setting boundaries, and discuss people-pleasing, toxic friendships, challenging relationships, and forgiveness. Plus, they speak a little German and quote the Indigo Girls. Then they welcome You Are A Badass author Jen Sincero, ...
04.15.2019 Mini-Ep 57: Gaslighting at Work Doree and Kate offer advice to a skincare newbie on how to start a regimen, get some insider info from a therapist, hear from a woman being gaslit by a colleague, and discover a new holiday: Email Debt Forgiveness Day. ...
04.11.2019 Ep 67: So Hormonal with Erica Chidi Cohen This week, Kate takes a new dance class and struggles with her health anxiety, and Doree hits the road for a solo baby-moon and gets back into cooking. Then they welcome doula, educator, author, and co-founder of LOOM, Erica Chidi ...
04.08.2019 Mini-Ep 56: Flex Your Joy Muscle Kate and Doree hear from a former ballet dancer about body positivity, discuss the deliciousness of ranch dressing, offer words of wisdom to a woman mourning the end of a toxic relationship, and consider how to help a friend who ...
04.04.2019 Ep 66: Spring Product Check-In with Joanna Goddard This week Doree and Kate talk health anxiety, meditating, and nesting and nursery prep. Plus, they share their current skincare routines and favorite products for spring. Then they welcome Joanna Goddard, creator and founder of the beloved lifestyle website A ...
04.01.2019 Mini-Ep 55: Lip Stains and Therapy Tips Kate and Doree get reccs on hospital bag must-haves, discuss their favorite lip stains and sheer lip glosses, offer tips on getting back into therapy, and receive a voicemail about how to actually pronounce Ikea. To leave a voicemail for ...
03.28.2019 Ep 65: When Inspiration Strikes with Jacqueline Winspear This week, Kate and Doree dive deep into intuitive eating and diet culture, talk through baby prep stress, and discuss how they each find creative inspiration and approach the writing process. (Spoiler: it involves a lot of failing and trying ...
03.25.2019 Mini-Ep 54: Failing Safely Kate and Doree share messages from listeners about failure and perfectionism, offer advice to a woman who continually gets mansplained at the gym, and discuss Doree’s upcoming maternity leave. To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You ...
03.21.2019 Ep 64: An Entrepreneur's Life with Miranda Bennett (Live at SXSW) This week Kate deals with the flu, Doree preps her hospital bag, and they both recount the magic of meeting listeners at the Forever35/NatchBeaut SXSW meet up! Then they welcome Miranda Bennett (live at SXSW), founder of sustainable clothing line ...
03.18.2019 Mini-Ep 53: The Great Micellar Debate Kate and Doree finally put an end to the "micellar" controversy, and hear from listeners about castor oil in skincare and affordable birthday celebrations. Plus, they offer advice on planning a cozy bachelorette party for a friend and get tips ...
03.14.2019 Ep 63: Try Everything with Natasha Rothwell This week Kate talks the 12th anniversary of her mom’s death, the ways in which grief is constantly changing, and her progress with therapy and intuitive eating. Doree details her luxurious bath routine whilst in New York, visiting family, and ...
03.11.2019 Mini-Ep 52: Cuticle Care 101 Doree and Kate receive several replies about cuticle care, hear from Switzerland correspondent Amy regarding the pronunciation of “micellar,” give tips to a listener planning her 40th birthday celebration, and hear from someone figuring out her self-care needs after a ...
03.07.2019 Ep 62: iPhone It In with Catherine Price This week, Kate explores intuitive eating and gets consistent with therapy, and Doree discusses baby prep and figuring out finances. Plus, they break down their (very different) struggles with perfectionism. Then they welcome Catherine Price, author of How to Break ...
03.04.2019 Mini-Ep 51: Nose Hair and Me Time Kate and Doree discuss nose hair grooming, lend advice to a listener who’s struggling to voice her need for “me” time, and learn about an awesome Sephora hack. To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can ...
02.28.2019 Ep 61: Talk It Out with Nicole Byer This week, Doree makes a playlist for labor and delivery and shares her new favorite TV show, and Kate discusses her negative thought spirals and heads back to therapy. Plus, they finally discover that Gmail does have folders! Then they ...
02.25.2019 Mini-Ep 50: Alone in a Crowd Doree and Kate hear from a listener who shares a life-changing New Year’s intention, offer nail care advice to a listener who’s been told she has “big cuticles," and swap tips on how to combat loneliness. We’re going to SXSW ...
02.21.2019 Ep 60: More Skincare Questions with Courtney Chiusano This week Kate discusses her rocky relationship with body image and diet culture, and Doree recounts her childbirth class and shares some exciting news: she’s writing another book! Then they welcome back facialist Courtney Chiusano, who answers more listener questions ...

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Forever35 episodes:

Ep 86: Skin in the Game with R.O. Kwon

Mini-Ep 72: Relationship Roles

Ep 85: An Open Book with Jolenta Greenberg and Kristen Meinzer

Mini-Ep 71: Don't Go Chasing (Hard) Waterfalls

Ep 84: Beating Burnout with Emily and Amelia Nagoski

Mini-Ep 70: How Do You Dupe

Ep 83: 6 Month Intenchies with Alexandra Sacks

Mini-Ep 69: Girls Just Wanna Have Pun

Ep 82: Financial Freedom with Tonya Rapley

Mini-Ep 68: Body Acne Struggles with Priyanka Mattoo

Episode 81: Dessert Person with Claire Saffitz

Mini-Ep 67: Thank You Notes and Shoulder Stress

Ep 80: State of the Pod with Helen Hoang

Mini-Ep 66: Sun Sleeves and Starting Over

Ep 79: Makeup Artist Secrets with Jamie Greenberg

Mini-Ep 65: Sunscreen and Wanderlust

Ep 78: Just Dance with Elizabeth Gilbert

Mini-Ep 64: Stop in the Name of Love

Ep 77: Seeing Yourself with Santina Muha

Mini-Ep 63: Brush Hands

Ep 76: Living In The Slog (and Doree Returns!)

Mini-Ep 62: Confidence Songs with Samee Junio

Ep 75: Person of Intensity with Samee Junio

Mini-Ep 61: Goal Digging with Jackie Johnson

Ep 74: Stronger Than Yesterday with Jackie Johnson

Mini-Ep 60: Wholehearted Living with Ellen Fondiler

Ep 73: So Obsessed with Maurene Goo

Ep 72: Being Well with Nora McInerny

Ep 71: Serums for the Soul with LaTonya Yvette

Ep 70: LA Faves with Esmé Wang

Mini-Ep 59: Fake It Till You Make It

Ep 69: Body Positive Vibes with Sophia Carter-Kahn

Mini-Ep 58: Waxing Poetic

Ep 68: Ready Set Boundaries with Jen Sincero

Mini-Ep 57: Gaslighting at Work

Ep 67: So Hormonal with Erica Chidi Cohen

Mini-Ep 56: Flex Your Joy Muscle

Ep 66: Spring Product Check-In with Joanna Goddard

Mini-Ep 55: Lip Stains and Therapy Tips

Ep 65: When Inspiration Strikes with Jacqueline Winspear

Mini-Ep 54: Failing Safely

Ep 64: An Entrepreneur's Life with Miranda Bennett (Live at SXSW)

Mini-Ep 53: The Great Micellar Debate

Ep 63: Try Everything with Natasha Rothwell

Mini-Ep 52: Cuticle Care 101

Ep 62: iPhone It In with Catherine Price

Mini-Ep 51: Nose Hair and Me Time

Ep 61: Talk It Out with Nicole Byer

Mini-Ep 50: Alone in a Crowd

Ep 60: More Skincare Questions with Courtney Chiusano

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