Forever35

Kate and Doree spritz on some perfume and discuss Kate’s “barely there” makeup products, Doree’s new book cover, holidays that bring unexpected emotions, and how to stay motivated while working out from home. Plus, they get a smudge-proof eye pencil recc from a former Sephora employee! Activity/Word of the Day: Watch the AOC Vogue Beauty Secrets video, of course!  We’re breaking down the best...

Kate has an exciting new High-Low product comparison to share, and Doree deals with a broken computer. Then, Project Runway winner and fashion designer Ashley Nell Tipton joins them to talk about her skincare favorites, her experiences as a plus-size designer, and how her definition of self-love changed after winning Project Runway. We’re breaking down the best cleansers and want to know your favo...

Kate and Doree recap Olive & June’s new nail polish colors and discuss getting through the current California heatwave. Then they hear from some teachers about two wildly different topics, the “butt serum” listener calls back, and listeners offer advice about antidepressants and ED. Activity/Word of the Day: Watch past F35 guest Chrissy King on The Today Show in this piece on inclusivity in fi...

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 face creams, discuss birthday do-overs, and hear from a scientist about “pandemic brain.” Activity/Word of the Day: Watch Naomi Ekperigin’s Trader Joe’s Rant ; it is the funniest thing we’ve seen during this pandemic. To leave a voicemail or text for a futu...

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 Are Magic and author of All Adults Here ) tells why she loves a bold lip and a thick body cream, recommends some recent favorite reads, and describes what it’s like to be a small business owner in the middle of a pandemic. To leave a voicemail or text...

Kate starts doing crosswords with her family, and Doree reveals the outcome of operation “Birthday Redemption.” Then, they receive a shoutout from a male listener, a tip to reduce body odor, and a question about cleaning coffeepots and other confusing household chores. Plus: skin-picking and toenail care! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the...

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 how (if possible) to safely pop zits, why we get butt pimples, how to prevent blackheads, and if zit stickers really work. To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.c...

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. Then, they're joined by romance author Talia Hibbert ( Get A Life, Chloe Brown and Take A Hint, Dani Brown ) to talk about how Talia writes the characters she wants to see more of in romance novels, how she came to have an octopus tattooed on her thigh,...

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 suggest easy makeup for a listener’s (socially-distanced) wedding, hear a response to the teacher who is torn about returning to school, and discuss a very casual poop text. Activity of the Day: Listen to the new Alanis Morissette album.  Visit our...

Kate is in search of a THICC face moisturizer, Doree finds her pandemic bralette, and listeners send in their thoughts about exploring their sexuality and pondering identity, how to buy perfume, and eating cereal salad.    Activity/Word of the Day: Let’s do a crossword! To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail....

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 by Meredith Talusan (author of Fairest: A Memoir ). She talks about bodywork and the Feldenkrais Method as self-care, how her relationship with makeup changed after transitioning, and what it was like growing up as a child star in the Philippines. To lea...

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 replace bedding, and the anxieties of teaching during a pandemic.  Word of the Day: Nurture.  To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com. This episode is sponsored...

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 method to keep off your phone at bedtime. Plus, Doree gives some grounded advice about pregnancy-safe skincare. Activity/Word of the Day: Neck stretching! To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at...

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 Schuster (author of Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies ) who shares how cleaning a coffee pot changed her life, how reparenting is a form of self-care, and why journaling is like a DM to your soul. To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390...

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 listener requests help with their body odor woes. Activity/Word of the Day: Watch AOC’s empowering speech To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com. This week’s episode is sp...

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 a listener about how she peed during her road trip, and learn what a “Forever35 Day” looks like.  Activity/Word of the Day: watch some comfort TV To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at for...

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 authors of Big Friendship ) join them to talk growing and maintaining big friendships, what it really means when a friendship is “toxic”, and how their own friendship has evolved and strengthened over time. To leave a voicemail for a future episode,...

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 recommendations and an update on Kate’s ingrown hair. Plus, Doree gives some unexpected COVID-19 wedding advice.  Activity/Word of the Day: 5 minute breathing exercise. Kate likes this one . To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You ca...

*Content warning: This episode contains a discussion about self-harm and suicidal thoughts (beginning at around 30:00). Kate and Doree reminisce about their first beauty products and visiting department stores, then they hear from a listener celebrating their 35th birthday, get a sunscreen recommendation, discuss sexual identity, and hear from someone struggling with their mental health during COV...

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 update on their social justice initiatives before speaking to Adda Birnir (Founder and CEO of SkillCrush ) who expands on how she overcame her fear of failing, her experiences getting laid off, her love of a good sourdough starter, and how the skills she lear...

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 you're on your period, wedding guest lists in the time of coronavirus, and an ER doctor’s thoughts on coronavirus.  Mentioned in this Episode:  Aware LA Workshops To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also em...

Kate celebrates her 41st birthday, and Doree celebrates her eyebrows growing in. Then, they hear from listeners about Stratia skincare products, decolonizing our bookshelves, and how to manage hair-shedding and growth when you can’t get a haircut during quarantine. Plus, they offer advice to a listener struggling with a recent separation from their husband. To leave a voicemail for a future episod...

This week, Kate and Doree discuss retinol, video-game habits, and the challenges of pandemic-living and social distancing. Then, skincare and beauty legend Caroline Hirons joins them to discuss her new book, Skincare , the beauty trends she wishes would die, and what consumers can do to hold the beauty industry accountable. Plus, she gives her gut reactions to cult-fave beauty products. (Did someo...

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 fave band Phish and dances like no one was watching, starts buying second-hand clothing, and finds a new hobby in making friendship bracelets, and Doree travels with Henry for the first time, gets real about organizing her home, and takes Twitter off...

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 about writing her new book, making a labor playlist, and her new favorite TV shows. Kate discusses her negative thought spirals, going back to therapy, and finding another new recipe to try. Plus, they finally discover that Gmail does indeed have folders!...