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Episode 77: Seeing Yourself with Santina Muha
This week, Kate and Doree discuss Kate’s new Matcha smoothie obsession, quitting coffee, and Doree’s breastfeeding journey. Then they sit down with comedian, actor, and Beverly Hills 90210 super fan, Santina Muha. She talks her former life as an entertainment journalist, pursuing a comedy career, the importance of seeing people with disabilities represented on TV, the kindness of Luke Perry, and her love of Marshalls.
Mini-Ep 63: Brush Hands
In Doree’s inaugural return to the mini-eps, she and Kate get some responses regarding beauty mishaps of the past, including a caller who comes to the realization that they don’t have to do any of the beauty things we’re “supposed” to do! They also hear from a listener who wonders what she’ll do whilst on maternity leave and lend advice to a PhD student who is wondering how to handle feeling overwhelmed and angry.
Episode 76: Living in the Slog
Our very own Doree Shafrir returns from maternity leave and hops back in the podcasting saddle this week. Hurray! Doree discusses her last days of pregnancy, her experience with childbirth, and her new life as a mother. Kate recounts everything she did whilst Doree was away: working on her body image issues, digging into work, and of course — missing Doree. Plus, they both discover they've become vegetarian-curious (and shed some tears, too).
Mini-Ep 62: Confidence Songs with Samee Junio
Once again, Kate is joined by the one and only Forever35 producer aka Uncle Pod, Samee Junio. They talk their love of dogs, the joys of using Q-tips, and give listeners advice about self-care whilst dealing with career rejection and handling guilt when you live far away from your parents.
Episode 75: Person of Intensity with Samee Junio
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!
Mini-Ep 61: Digging for Goals with Jackie Johnson
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.
Episode 74: Stronger Than Yesterday with Jackie Johnson
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.
Mini-Ep 60: Wholehearted Living with Ellen Fondiler
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.
Episode 73: So Obsessed with Maurene Goo
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.
Episode 72: Being Well with Nora McInerny
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.
Episode 71: Serums for the Soul with LaTonya Yvette
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.
Episode 70: LA Faves with Esmé Wang
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.
Mini-Ep 59: Fake It Till You Make It
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.
Episode 69: Body Positive Vibes with Sophia Carter-Kahn
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.
Mini-Ep 58: Waxing Poetic
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.
Episode 68: Ready Set Boundaries with Jen Sincero
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.
Mini-Ep 57: Gaslighting at Work
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.
Episode 67: So Hormonal with Erica Chidi Cohen
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.
Mini-Ep 56: Flex Your Joy Muscle
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.
Episode 66: Spring Product Check-In with Joanna Goddard
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.