reading — Episodes

Episode 39: Self-Care Isn't Selfish with Dr. Kristian Henderson

This week, Kate talks about meeting a Forever35 fan at the Emmy Awards and reveals the truth about how celebs handle heels. Doree shares all the books she read this week (six, six books in a week!) and how she’s starting to be okay with doing less when she’s not feeling well. Then, the women answer listener questions about planning for kids, dealing with the stress of child rearing, and how to make time for yourself when you’re caring for a family.

Later, Kate and Doree talk to Dr. Kristian Henderson, founder of BLK + GRN and self-care ambassador. Dr. Kristian talks about feeling unfulfilled even when she did everything “right,” how her commitment to healthy living lead to her business, and why she’s passionate about bringing self-care to women of color. Follow her @BLKandGRN on and @DrKrstianH on Instagram.

Full EpisodesForever 35 PodcastSeptember 27, 2018dr. kristian henderson, books, reading, pregnancy, family planning, family stress

Episode 37: Natch Beaut Crossover! with Jackie Johnson

Kate just got back from New York, where she enjoyed a slightly touristy visit to her favorite city in the world. Doree, on the other hand, has been vomiting. Morning sickness is hitting hard, though some sister-recommended medicine is working and she’s adjusting to a vaguely sick-all-the-time feeling. Despite feeling ill, Doree read more than three books in a week and found a cozy mystery series that hasn’t hooked her yet.

Then, the women talk to Jackie Johnson of the Natch Beaut podcast. Jackie talks all about figuring out the difference between vegan and cruelty-free products, getting away from bad people in her life, and the healing powers of her exceptional dog, Chooch. Follow Jackie @JackieMicheleJohnson on Instagram and @Jackie_Michele on Twitter.

Full EpisodesForever 35 PodcastSeptember 13, 2018tatcha, instytutem, natch beaut, jackie johnson, boscia, the picses, reading, pregnancy, vegan, cruelty free

Episode 30: Side Hustle to Main Hustle with Alisha Ramos

This week, Kate and Doree reflect upon family nicknames and borderline regrettable email names of the past. Then, Doree talks about unfortunate IVF comments she gets from well meaning friends and Kate shares how she made a peaceful shrine in her bedroom. As promised, the women then set up their 6-month intentions.

Later, Kate and Doree talk to Alisha Ramos, nationally recognized leader in tech and founder of the popular newsletter “Girls Night In” (once described as “a warm hug in your inbox”). She talks about quitting a high profile job to pursue her passion project, how to find a mentor, and why it’s been so helpful to leave her phone at home. You can follow @alishalisha on Twitter and subscribe to the amazing Girls’ Night In.

Mini-Episode 7: Hobbies and Helping Yourself

In this week's mini-episode, Kate and Doree discuss a listener question about finding hobbies in adulthood (and yes, Netflix should be considered a hobby). Then, Kate gives a listener advice about caring for yourself while you're caring for a terminally ill loved one. Later, both women respond to a voicemail about the conflicting feelings that occur when you're the recipient of sexual harassment in the workplace.

Not experts, just two friends who like to talk about serums.