Kate and Doree chat about the trials and tribulations of warts, skin tags, and revisiting old hairstyles.  Then, they talk to comedian/writer/performer Mélia Mills about creating a hit musical while also juggling parenthood, her philosophy about the many jobs she’s had, and maintaining confidence as a creative.  
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Episode 297: Less Really Is More with Mélia Mills

Which night creams will make you look well-rested, is quitting coffee really worth the headache, can emptying your closet actually bring you joy, and wtf is a gratitude practice, anyway?&nbsp;These are the kinds of self-care questions that wellness enthusiasts and writers Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir discuss each week, along with a special guest, as they explore what it means to be getting older — and hopefully wiser. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It’s The OC Season One finale, babies! In our final hour together Seth goes sailing, Cal hates cilantro, Sandy’s a horny man, Theresa makes a tough decision, and Ryan returns to Chino! And for one last time, we ask, WHERE IS CAITLIN? 
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Season One: The OC - Episode 27 (PREVIEW)

Kate has returned to BB cream and Doree has a self-care doctor day. Then they’re joined by actor/writer/director Lennon Parham, who talks about growing up as “a weirdo,” her undying love of the Indigo Girls, learning to put herself first(ish), and caring for her aging parents as an only child.  
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Episode 301: Last on the List with Lennon Parham

Kate and Doree dig into finding community IRL through game nights. Then, they hear from a new parent who feels shamed for getting sleep, discuss the looming changes in recommendation culture, and debate when you should wash your face after work. 
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Listener Q&A: Friends For A Season

Doree has another great en-Doree-sment of a nail product and Kate is stoked to try it. Then, they talk with multi-hyphenate Franchesca Ramsey (you might know her as @Chescaleigh) about the beauty of a good foot rub, the social media app you shouldn’t sleep on, the way her online presence has changed over the years, and feeling the most like herself at forty. 
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Episode 300: Feeling Like Yourself at 40 with Franchesca Ramsey

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This is the tale of a family business becoming the fast food in fashion, and of provocative and very shocking ads. This is Benetton! Doree details to Kate the rise of the Benetton rugby shirt, how the brand became ubiquitous in the 80’s, and the Italian infrastructure their money is in today.  
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Episode 297: Less Really Is More with Mélia Mills

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