This week, Kate is joined by a guest host who’s been with Forever35 since Day 1: producer Samee Junio. They discuss Samee’s online dating ups and downs, the challenges that come with being an intense person who struggles with boundaries, thriving in challenging work situations, and how going to the gym is self-care. Samee’s new show Historical Roasts is on Netflix now!

Natch Beaut host Jackie Johnson joins Kate on this week’s mini-episode! They lend advice to a woman who’s not feeling appreciated by her family, discuss their favorite cheap eyeshadow brushes, and reminisce about past beauty mistakes. Plus, Kate responds to listeners who wrote in after a past mini-episode discussion about an unwanted third pregnancy, and shares exciting news from a listener featured on a previous episode.

How do you care for yourself during a divorce? This week, Jackie Johnson, host of the Natch Beaut podcast, joins Kate in the guest host spot today, and details all the self-care practices she's implemented in the wake of her marriage ending. From swimming with sharks, to meditation, to indulging in body lotion, Jackie shares how she's making herself a priority, connecting with her emotions, and living a more present life. Plus, she recommends her favorite Natch beauty products of the moment. And yes, there are some f-bombs, tears, and most importantly: a cameo by a dog named Chooch. 

This week, Kate fields listener questions about work and jobs with career strategist and past Forever35 guest Ellen Fondiler. They lend advice to a listener dealing with imposter syndrome, consider what it means to be a good manager, give tips for dealing with burnout, and dig into wholehearted living.

This week, Kate sits down with another amazing guest host – cat mom and YA author, Maurene Goo. They explore their anxieties, go deep into their love of K-Pop, fandom as self-care, and Maurene’s K-beauty routine.

This week, there’s a new guest host in town. Kate welcomes author, nonprofit founder, podcast host, and Forever35’s very own Midwest correspondent, Nora McInerny. They discuss the financial expectations of women, meditation, finding your own definition of success, community as self-care, and Nora’s favorite skincare products.

This week, Doree and Kate discuss what they’re into right now. They give the lowdown on their new pop culture faves – from books to music to television shows (still Schitt’s Creek, duh).

Then they welcome stylist and lifestyle blogger, LaTonya Yvette. She talks her journey as a writer, cultivating community as a young mother, therapy as self-care, finding joy in fashion, and her new book, Woman of Color.

This week, Kate and Doree share all of their favorite spots in Los Angeles – from beloved bookstores to the most random place you can spot a celeb.

Then they welcome New York Times best-selling novelist and essayist, Esmé Wang. She discusses being diagnosed with Schizoaffective Disorder, the stigmas and common misconceptions surrounding mental illness, how she approaches self-care, and her newest book, The Collected Schizophrenias.

Doree and Kate receive a follow-up email regarding the woman who called about her boyfriend’s wardrobe, give a pep talk to a listener who wants to improve her confidence, and offer advice to a nervous newly pregnant mother.

This week, Kate and Doree celebrate the most wonderful time of the year: Sephora Sale Season! They discuss dream purchases, old favorites, and some possible items they may snag when that discount kicks in.

Then they welcome Sophie Carter-Kahn, writer and co-creator of the podcast She’s All Fat. She talks body positivity, the life-changing power of a bidet, living with multiple autoimmune diseases, and her favorite face oil.

Doree and Kate break down their fave lip colors, strategies for pubic hair removal, hear from a non-binary listener about chivalry, and discuss dating younger men.

This week, Kate and Doree go deep on setting boundaries and discuss people-pleasing, toxic friendships, challenging relationships, and forgiveness. Plus, they speak a little German.

Then they welcome You Are A Badass author Jen Sincero, who discusses how her own challenges in life inspired her bestselling book, the importance of going to the “spiritual gym”, what it means to actually be a badass, and naps as self-care.

Doree and Kate offer advice to a skincare newbie on how to start a regimen, get some insider info from a therapist, hear from a woman being gaslit by a colleague, and discover a new holiday: Email Debt Forgiveness Day.

This week, Kate takes a new dance class and struggles with her health anxiety, and Doree hits the road for a baby-moon and gets back into cooking.

Then they welcome doula, educator, author, and co-founder of LOOM, Erica Chidi Cohen. She discusses her career path as a doula, how to offer and receive support during and after pregnancy or miscarriage, why Ariana Grande’s music is self-care, and her 70/30 approach to beauty products.

Kate and Doree hear from a former ballet dancer about body positivity, discuss the deliciousness of ranch dressing, offer words of wisdom to a woman mourning the end of a toxic relationship, and consider how to help a friend who just received a cancer diagnosis.

This week, Doree and Kate talk mental spirals, meditating, and (almost!) finishing baby prep. Plus, they share their current skincare routines and new fave products.

Then they welcome Joanna Goddard, founder of the original lifestyle website, A Cup of Jo. She discusses her transition from a full-time job to full-time blog, engaging with readers, writing authentically, and postpartum depression.

Kate and Doree receive a voicemail about how to actually pronounce Ikea, get reccs on hospital bag must-haves, discuss their favorite lip stains and sheer glosses, and offer tips on getting back into therapy.

This week, Kate and Doree dive deep into intuitive eating and diet culture, talk through baby prep stress, and discuss how they each approach the writing process.

Then they welcome Jacqueline Winspear, author of 11 New York Times bestsellers and the illustrious Maisie Dobbs series. She breaks down how she came up with Maisie Dobbs, her research process, late-in-life career change, and overcoming the “wall of negativity”.

Kate and Doree hear from a child psychotherapist, a social worker, and a surgeon about how they approach struggles with perfectionism, discuss the sexist roots of chivalry, and lend advice to a woman who continually get “mansplained” at the gym.

This week, Kate and Doree discuss the cold that has taken over Kate’s household, Doree’s baby prep progress, their love of IKEA, baby and bridal showers, and the Forever35/NatchBeaut SXSW meet up!

Then they welcome Miranda Bennett, founder of sustainable clothing line Miranda Bennett Studio. She talks size inclusivity, the challenges of being an entrepreneur, the many sides of self-care, opening their first brick-and-mortar store, and the ways social media affects business. Plus, they take some audience questions!