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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? 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.

Location:

United States

Description:

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? 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.

Language:

English

Contact:

917-733-7317


Episodes

Product Recall: Contempo Casuals (PREVIEW)

10/2/2023
[You’re listening to a preview of this month’s Product Recall, available exclusively on our Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.] Doree walks Kate through the world of Contempo Casuals where looking like yourself is looking your best! She explains how the store became pop culture shorthand, its ’70s commercials’ second-wave feminism vibe, and the brand’s short-lived recent renaissance as a nostalgic T-shirt company. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:45

Listener Q&A Ep: What About Your (Work) Friends

9/27/2023
Kate and Doree ponder what it means to be a parent of a young romance reader and the youthful expletive exuberance of Olivia Rodrigo’s new album. Then they hear from listeners about a tomato soup recipe, the elasticity of skin, work friends, and scheduling paralysis. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:42:09

Season One: The OC, Episode 8

9/25/2023
Marissa’s mom tries to institutionalize her after her OD in Tijuana, but not if Ryan, Seth, and Summer can sneak her out of the hospital (as candy stripers?!) first! This episode has giant tubs of margarine, streaky highlights and villain make-up, fish out of water themes, more doorbell drop-bys, the fundamental plot device of eavesdropping, a Costco mention, Doree’s analysis of 90’s “sex music.” and the introduction of Seth as a Horse Boy! You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear more episodes of Season One, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:00:08

Episode 285: When All Your Friends Start Having Kids with Allison Davis

9/20/2023
Kate and Doree get to sit down with journalist Allison Davis to discuss her latest New York Magazine article about what happens when your friends start having kids. They also discuss how Allison became a writer for NY Mag and her process of profiling celebrities like Megan Markle, Cardi B, and Emily Henry. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:47:25

Season One: The OC, Episode 7 (PREVIEW)

9/18/2023
[You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear the full episode of Season One, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month.] Ryan, Seth, Marissa, and Summer go on a trip to Tijuana where teenage partying and problems ensue. Plus: bad sex, big dick energy, terrible parenting, romance tropes, and an in-depth discussion about spring break trips! forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:06:36

Episode 284: The Real Story Behind Glossier with Marisa Meltzer

9/13/2023
You’re familiar with Glossier products, but do you know the hot gloss-ip behind them? Kate and Doree welcome journalist Marisa Meltzer on Forever35 to talk about her new book Glossy: Ambition, Beauty, and the Inside Story of Emily Weiss's Glossier, all about the brand’s enigmatic founder Emily Weiss, how Glossier went from go-to beauty blog to a millennial beauty brand success, and when it all took a turn. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:05:17

Season One: The OC, Episode 6 (PREVIEW)

9/11/2023
[You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear the full episode of Season One or to WATCH this episode, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month.] It’s Episode 6 of the OC and woof, are things getting cringey. Kirsten throws a party for her terrible, rich dad; Marissa gets back together with Luke, who takes his stupid necklace off to have sex, and Summer and Seth finally kiss. Everyone is terrible, and we can’t stop watching! Plus: we celebrate some classic early aughts fashion trends like LV clutches, pointy flats, and face-framing layers. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:22

Listener Q&A: No More Panic Shopping

9/6/2023
Kate and Doree listen to beautiful singing voicemails and answer some listener questions — everything from what kind of bathing suit to wear when you might be allergic to Spandex to the things you can learn from your sex therapist friend. Plus, Kate is moved by the state of her friendships this year and Doree has some pop culture recs to share. forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:47:33

Product Recall: Massengill (PREVIEW)

9/4/2023
[You’re listening to a preview of this month’s Product Recall, available exclusively on our Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.] Well, it’s an episode all about the scam that is douching, and boy is it a doozy. Buckle up, friends, because we’ve got everything from Massengill’s poisoning scandal of the 1930s, the history of Lysol marketing itself as “feminine hygiene,” and high-end skincare lines currently selling vaginal serums and washes. Do YOU ever feel not so fresh? You will after listening to this episode! (But not for the reasons Massengill suggests in their ads.) forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:23

Three Brunette Pissed Off Women with Jackie Johnson (PREVIEW)

9/1/2023
[You’re listening to a preview of this episode, available exclusively on Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35. And if you join at the $10 tier, you can also watch it on video!!] Put your listening ears on because Kate, Doree, and Jackie sit down for a very vulnerable and refreshing conversation about everything from job security and parasocial relationships to mom-guilt and what goes on behind closed podcast network doors. Plus, Jackie spills some hot tea about former Natch Beaut guests and beauty founders! forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35 balancebound.co/shop/forever35 Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-Podcast Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletter patreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:07:41

Season One: The OC, Episode 5 (PREVIEW)

8/30/2023
[You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear the full episode of Season One, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month.] The people are the worst, but the drama is… the best? This week in Newport Beach: Ryan starts working at a restaurant with “bad boy” Donnie who knows where the wild parties and hot hunnies are at. Marissa and Ryan almost get together, but never fear, Luke is there to spoil it. The adults continue to be poor role models for their kids. Plus: a mom spa day from hell, teens swimming fully-clothed, and cartoonishly trashed Range Rovers. It’s all par for the course in The O.C.! forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:38

Episode 283: How Sophie Strauss Became a Stylist for Regular People

8/28/2023
Kate and Doree bring Stylist for Regular People Sophie Strauss onto the pod to talk about how she purposefully became a stylist NOT for celebrities, the importance of playing dress up even as a busy adult, and why paying attention to how clothes make you feel can help you find your style. Plus, they reflect on what they’ve learned from this conversation and some of its very real life effects. Wanna see this interview? Watch the video on our Patreon! forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:14:41

Season One: The OC, Episode 4 (PREVIEW)

8/23/2023
[You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear the full episode of Season One, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month.] It’s time for the biggest party of the year! Again! In episode 4 of The OC, everyone attends the annual Cotillion Ball that’s super important but nobody has ever mentioned before, Seth continues to be surprised that women can have similar interests to his totally niche and completely unique personality, and Liz Phair is playing in the dressing room where Summer is for some reason stuck in just her bra again. Kate and Doree literally gasp out loud while watching this episode, so hold on to your fake tans because it gets wild in Newport this week! forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:04:13

Episode 282: Seasons Of Life

8/21/2023
Kate and Doree chat about email-free mornings, the seasons of sleep, and the power of the musical Rent.. Then, they hear from listeners about shopping for caftans, getting into records, and more real life, unbelievable anecdotes of free-mugging. forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:38:40

August Patron Q&A: Whither the Husbands? (PREVIEW)

8/16/2023
[You’re listening to a preview of this month’s Patron Q&A, available exclusively on our Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.] Buckle up, Babies! It’s time for another Patron Q&A ep! Kate and Doree address some questions about how the pod-sausage gets made, whether the husbands will ever be invited back on the show, romance writing courses, and the aggressively targeted ads for an at-home laser hair removal tool. forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:52

Episode 281: This Is Real with Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts

8/14/2023
Doree and Kate talk cheese, jet lag, and the underrated sun protection of an umbrella before talking to celebrated Peloton yoga teacher Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts. She speaks about setting boundaries, becoming a parent in your 40s, her yoga teaching journey, and how music inspires her classes. forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:04:15

Season One: The OC, Episode 3 (PREVIEW)

8/9/2023
[You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear the full episode of Season One, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month.] Here in the totally normal, small town of Newport, there’s a plate of baby carrots being served at dinner, a questionable casino night for teens, and moms wear THE pink velour tracksuit of the early aughts. In episode 3 of The OC, Ryan gets bailed out of juvie, his mom comes for a surprise visit, and all the money woes of the Cooper family get revealed. Kate and Doree talk about all this and the teeniest tiniest ’90s brows that are still around in ’03, how everyone in this town is kind of terrible, and how Seth can somehow just skateboard to the local jail to visit Ryan. forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:29

Episode 280: Carry-Ons and Clutter

8/7/2023
Kate is packing serums in her carry-on luggage while Doree is de-cluttering her beauty products. Then, they hear from listeners about Vaseline lovers, Henry’s tic-tac-toe games, and supporting a colleague through a devastating diagnosis. forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:40:49

Product Recall: Stridex (PREVIEW)

8/2/2023
[You’re listening to a preview of this month’s Product Recall, available exclusively on our Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.] Come on over to our pad… our Stridex pad! Doree researches the grossest of ’60s and ’70s commercials to tell Kate how Stridex equally attacks both teenage boys and girls with their beauty culture ideals, how the product can also safely be used on both canine and feline acne, and why it’s making a comeback today. forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:05:49

Episode 279: Keeping Up With Jackie (Johnson)

7/31/2023
Kate and Doree bring back fan favorite Jackie Johnson for a third time! The Queen of Creams chats with them about her undying love of expensive creams, her zig-zagging path since moving to Hollywood, and why she thinks women should get a stipend, hunny! forever35podcast@gmail.com forever35podcast.com shopmyshelf.us/forever35balancebound.co/shop/forever35Forever35 Giving Circlehttps://www.grapevine.org/giving-circle/2nlhxOl/Forever35-PodcastInstagram (@Forever35Podcast) forever35podcast.com/newsletterpatreon.com/forever35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:00:20