Forever35

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!...

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 the 12th anniversary of her mom’s death, the ways 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 how she’s staying hydrated while pregna...

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, Bluetooth-enabled kegel exercisers, and whether Kate’s super serum actually smells like dog food.   Activity: Plan a mental vacation This episode is sponsored by:  INKEYLIST -  Visit theinkeylist.com to get started on your own skincare journe...

Kate and Doree recommend a reading challenge and keeping your doctor’s appointments, then listeners call and write in to tell an embarrassing story about a missing DivaCup, what can make a house smell nice, and how to handle loved ones who are complicit in systemic racism or who aren’t taking COVID seriously.  Activity: Take a photo of something beautiful in nature To leave a voicemail for a...

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 why making dumplings makes her feel closer to her grandmother, how her YouTube channel is more intimate the older she gets, and what she recognized about shaving culture when she started growing out her body hair. This week’s episode is sponsored...

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 Friendships ) to help answer listener questions about friendship, including how to maintain friendships at different life-stages, when to know if a friendship should end, how to deal with your humble-bragging friend, and so much more. To leave a voicemai...

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, suggest creating a date night journal, and ask the best way to repair a strained relationship between siblings.  To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com. This we...

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 the podcast to talk about how you can start practicing bragging daily, what not to say when bragging about yourself, how to advocate for yourself at work, and why she’s obsessed with consignment culture. To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 7...

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 and lasting change, and what they think about gossiping. Plus: a discussion about toner, an often-ignored skincare step. To leave a voicemail for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com. INKEY...

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 masked, shopping for post-partum clothes while sheltering at home, and how to approach a defensive family member planning a wedding during the pandemic. To leave a voicemail (or text message) for a future episode, call 781-591-0390. You can also email...

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 Turner-Moon ( Northern Belle of the South ) joins the podcast to discuss why she is calling for more diversity and inclusivity in the influencer community, what we can do as consumers to pressure brands to speak out against racial injustice and discriminati...