Explore every episode of the podcast Forever35
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meredith Schwartz Has Your Next Perfect Read | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:45:41 | |
Get ready to add books to your TBR pile! Doree and Elise welcome a fellow reader and podcaster, Meredith Schwartz of The Currently Reading Podcast. They chat about fragrance as self care, why you should know your reading yourself, and what she thinks could lead to the creation of a generation of readers. And, of course, lots and lots of book recommendations!
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| You Ask, We Answer: AI Blues and Violinist Dreams | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:40:55 | |
Doree and Elise hear from listeners about feeling existential dread from the AI blues, becoming the parent to your parents, and planning ahead for your holiday shopping. Plus, the Forever35 violinist community pops-off with a response to the PhD student questioning their career path in violin performance.
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| Caroline Chambers Throws Out All The Cookbook Rules | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:49:00 | |
Caroline Chambers (What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking) joins Doree and Elise to talk about her fastest recipes yet in her latest cookbook What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking: Make It Fast. They talk about releasing her embarrassment around un-chef-y ingredients, the surprise ingredient for vitamin D consumption, and why your freezer is your best friend.
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| You Ask, We Answer: Blanket Baskets and Beauty Fridges | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:40:08 | |
Listeners send in questions and thoughts about the versatility of drill bits, how to know if you're on the right life path, Taylor Swift's recent discography, and what people actually use those tiny beauty fridges for.
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| Prevention Is The Best Skincare with Dr. Jenny Wang | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:44:20 | |
Elise’s dermatologist is back! Dr. Jenny Wang answers listener questions like how many showers/baths should we (and kids) take in a week, are red light masks actually doing anything, which sunscreens work best, and whether neck creams are any different from the ones for the rest of our bodies. Don’t forget to call with your comments and questions! Our voicemail number is (781) 591-0390, and our email is forever35podcast@gmail.com.
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| You Ask, We Answer: Let’s Get Some Shoes | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:36:57 | |
Listeners show up with cute shoe recommendations for wide toe boxes and plantar fasciitis, drugstore nighttime skincare, and curly hair prods and routines. Doree and Elise also chat about the need for mistakes, whimsy, and surprise and some morning intentions!
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| Priya Parker Wants You To Fight Better | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:49:01 | |
This one offers a way to approach conflict in a way that deepens our connections with one another, and our communities. Priya Parker, a facilitator and acclaimed author of The Art of Gathering, joins the show to discuss how to fight better. She and the hosts dig into the ways you can approach group conflict in your personal life, why digital tools are not designed for conflict resolution, and how to know it’s time to walk away. It’s all covered in her new book THE ART OF FIGHTING: The Transformative Power of Conflict (out this September!). Send us your microjoys! And please send us your questions for our resident dermatologist; Dr. Jenny Wang can answer your questions about skin procedures, general skin care, and products!
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| You Ask, We Answer: Fashionable and Foot-Friendly? | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:33:26 | |
Doree and Elise hear from listeners about their recent microjoys, fashionable but foot-forward shoe recs, and hear fresh requests and recs for skincare prods. ___ Send us your microjoys! And please send us your questions for our resident dermatologist; Dr. Jenny Wang can answer your questions about skin procedures, general skin care, and products!
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| Cate Hall on Taking More Chances And Other Ways to Increase Your Luck | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:45:26 | |
Cate Hall has lived a life. She’s a former Supreme Court attorney, a onetime world number one poker player, former drug addict, a biotech founder, and now, the CEO of a multibillion-dollar foundation. She joins Doree and Elise to chat with her about the actionable steps to take more agency in our lives, tips from her new book You Can Just Do Things. She’ll explain why you should let people see you be bad at something, how to increase your “surface area for luck,” and why not all rules are meant to be followed. ___ Send us your microjoys! And please send us your questions for our resident dermatologist; Dr. Jenny Wang can answer your questions about skin procedures, general skin care, and products!
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| You Ask, We Answer: Korean Skincare, Cable Corral, and Sunscreen | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:31:39 | |
Listeners send in their thoughts and questions about how to keep cables in all the right places, what skincare to consider purchasing on an upcoming trip to Korea, and the best sunscreens for UV protection. Plus, Elise goes on a secret vacation from her kids and Doree receives solidarity for a messy car. — Dermatologist extraordinaire Dr. Jenny Wang is coming back! Send us your skincare questions for our resident derm correspondent! Leave us a voicemail or text at (781) 591-0390, or email us at forever35podcast@gmail.com.
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| Emma Straub on Boy Bands And the Joy of Middle Age | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:43:24 | |
New York Times-bestselling author Emma Straub returns to the show to talk about the nostalgic inspiration for her new novel American Fantasy, why everyone should befriend their childhood crush, and feeling the joy of middle age while surrounded by middle-aged women. Plus, Emma comes armed with recs for what you should read next this summer.
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| You Ask, We Answer: The One With The Callbacks | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:31:19 | |
Doree and Elise hear from listeners about the healthcare strike in Massachusetts, the power of Overeaters Anonymous, and more sunscreen and setting powder recs. Plus, Elise continues to live her “retiree summer” and Doree seeks motivation for the next half of the year.
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| Heists, Sweat-Wicking PJs, and Traveling Bookstores with Jo Piazza | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:38:09 | |
Prolific writer Jo Piazza is back! She joins Doree and Elise to chat about her latest book, The Parisian Heist (out 7/14), everyone’s general fascination with heists, and using perimenopause as her superpower. They also get into her latest venture of becoming a local traveling bookseller and why she thinks sleep is more important than night sex.
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| You Ask, We Answer: What's In A Dream | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:41:22 | |
Listeners send in their thoughts for Abe the cat, their experiences with America’s recent 10th grade class, and questions about Jungian analysis. There are also call outs for how listeners deal with food noise and a request for blurring powder recs.
Plus, Elise reflects on a whirlwind of a June and Doree realizes how fast her son is growing up!
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| Amelia Chiarenza on Goodbyes and Death Doulas | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:41:51 | |
Death doula Amelia Chiarenza joins the podcast to discuss what exactly a death doula does, how her experience with dying has changed over time, and how to hold the duality of knowing you’re vibrantly alive and also dying. They also talk about her new podcast Cultivate Being (a Tribeca Festival 2026 Official Selection), the value of saying good-bye, and the practical logistics of finding and using a death doula.
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| You Ask, We Answer: Sunscreen, Sandals, and Swimsuits | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:47:32 | |
Listeners send in their thoughts and questions about recovery from breast reduction surgery, the hidden costs of moving, sunscreen recs for beach days, and offer a few more swimsuits and sandals for the summer . Doree and Elise also chat about Elise’s missing cat (come home Abe!) and Doree receives more evidence for her theory that the 10th grade cohort is wild.
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| Mary H.K. Choi On Her New Book and her AuDHD Diagnosis | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:45:25 | |
Author Mary H.K. Choi is back! They discuss her new novel, Pool House, and why this mother-daughter story had to take place in Los Angeles. They also touch on her foray into hormone replacement therapy, how she dealt with her late diagnoses of AuDHD, and what it’s like in New York as a creative these days.
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| You Ask, We Answer: Summer Recs and Feminist Takes | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:34:04 | |
Listeners ask for recs for bathing suits and comfy, chunky sandals. They also have thoughts on romance books as feminist literature and advice for the listener about to go through hip surgery. Plus, Elise gets another square in her LA bingo card by visiting a party with a Kardashian and Doree shares her results from tennis sectionals.
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| Why We Get Married, and Should We Still? with Stephanie Coontz | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:43:18 | |
America’s leading historian on marriage, Stephanie Coontz visits the show to talk about her latest look into how the value of marriage has changed over the years, why we’re so interested in the idea of tradwives right now, and what she thinks makes for a strong modern marriage. Plus, she expounds on her joy of wild mushroom foraging! Before they get into it, Doree and Elise chat about the hot divorcee summer aesthetic, Doree’s birthday party, and Elise’s very LA weekend.
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| You Ask, We Answer: What To Read and Where To Live | 25 May 2026 | 00:35:42 | |
Listeners send in their thoughts on women supporting women, fart walks and taking work breaks, deciding between homeownership without community or high-cost of living with community, and a disagreement about whether reading romance is similar to porn. Plus, some book and alarm clock recs and a call out for post-surgery recovery tips.
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| A Five-Minute Break Can Change Your Life with Manoush Zomorodi | 18 May 2026 | 00:46:21 | |
Host of NPR's TED Radio Hour and author Manoush Zomorodi joins the show to discuss the (literally) life-changing effect of taking breaks during the day, how to separate these good health habits from diet culture, why teens and screens are not the biggest indicator of mental health, and her new book Body Electric: The Hidden Health Costs of the Digital Age and New Science to Reclaim Your Well-Being. Doree and Elise also chat about Doree’s fun birthday plans and the school play Elise has seen four times.
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| You Ask, We Answer: The New Format Debuts! | 11 May 2026 | 00:43:11 | |
This episode is the mini-ep you know and love, but twice as long and with a new name! You ask, we answer! Listeners ask about how to fit hobbies around a busy life, offer advice for the listener whose husband is in rehab, and have recs for tech-related books and alarm clocks. Plus, Doree and Elise reflect on nearly two (!) years with Elise as a co-host.
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| The "10 Year" or "30 Wears" Clothing Test presented by Depop | 06 May 2026 | 00:15:30 | |
This is a bonus episode brought to you by Depop! Doree and Elise walk you through some personal tips and tricks for refreshing your closet, finding those special pieces, and how to curate your own Depop feeds. Download the app today so you can start finding some absolute gems for your closet.
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| Episode 400: We Mark A Milestone with Kate Spencer | 04 May 2026 | 00:48:05 | |
It’s the 400th (!!) full length episode of Forever35! To celebrate, we brought Kate Spencer, beloved former host and author, back to the pod! The ladies chit chat about what Kate has termed “pep-talk journaling,” what it’s like raising teens today, how pickleball is going, and allll the book and Costco recs your heart desires.
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| Mini-Ep 490: Lucky In Living | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:28:34 | |
Listeners have things to say about ways to reduce your spending, group dynamics, and learning how other people live at a young age. Plus, some questions about alarm clocks and tinted moisturizers! This is our final mini-ep before the show goes to Monday episodes only. Every other week we will feature listener mailbag episodes (the same format as the episodes formerly known as “mini-eps”), just not “mini” anymore – they’ll be at full length. If you have thoughts on what to rename mini-eps please send us an email or leave a comment.
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| Episode 399: Joyspotting with Alex Elle | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:36:07 | |
New York Times bestselling author (and highly-requested guest!) Alex Elle joins the show to ask how we are playing a role in other people’s lives, setting expectations for what we need from others, and what friendship means at midlife. They discuss her new book, The Company We Keep: Friendship, Connection, and Redefining What It Means to Grow Together, her quick form of journaling, and deepening her understanding of what it means to hold grief and gratitude together.
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| Mini-Ep 489: Your Whole Messy Self Is Welcome Here | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:28:51 | |
Doree and Elise have a few updates for the show (in case you missed them in the newsletter!). Then they hear from listeners about taking care of yourself while working through a spouse’s addiction treatment and how to help a child navigate the confusing time of puberty, and then they respond to a listener’s question about good novels about the tech industry.
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| Episode 398: Have Fun, Live Long with Kara Swisher | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:43:54 | |
Kara Swisher joins the pod to talk about her new show, Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever, all about the technology around longevity, the free things (like game nights and legumes) that are also the best things for you, and why she wants you to think about how you can help other people.
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| Mini-Ep 488: Group Dynamics | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:28:31 | |
Doree and Elise hear from listeners about neighborliness and affordability, cliques in a mom group, some prod recs and q’s, and why can’t we just keep the things that we love.
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| Episode 397: The Scandal, The Optics, and The Gossip with Allie Jones | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:40:30 | |
Allie Jones (writer, editor, and celebrity gossip newsletterist) joins the show to discuss what’s happening in the world of celebrity gossip right now, from Brooklyn Beckham’s family drama to Taylor Swift’s bachelorette party. They also chat about how Allie can tell when gossip has reached monoculture, what celebrity culture reveals about society, and the backchannel work that shapes what we know about the biggest names in entertainment.
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| Mini-Ep 487: First Time Caller | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:25:19 | |
Doree and Elise have a voicemail from a surprise “first time caller,” a couple of questions from DC-based listeners, and an endorsement for a shoe rec of yore.
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| Episode 396: The Truth About Poop with Dr. Trisha Pasricha | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:48:22 | |
Butt care is self-care! Doree and Elise have the gastroenterologist and the “Ask A Doctor” columnist for The Washington Post, Dr. Trisha Pasricha, on to discuss what we’re getting wrong about pooping! They talk about what it really means to nourish your microbiome, the secret weapon that is fiber, the digestive power of going for a fart walk, her new book (aptly titled You've Been Pooping All Wrong), and so much more.
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| Mini-Ep 486: Burrito Moments and More | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:28:40 | |
Elise has a moment of joy after a morning of exercise and Doree reports on a meetup with Kate! They hear from listeners about their current microjoys, a helpful insight from a listener who moved abroad as a kid, and lots of tips for beginner gardeners!
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| Episode 395: Who You Are Without All The Stuff with Hayley DeRoche | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:41:12 | |
Hayley DeRoche (you may know her as @sadbeige on TikTok) — a humorist, poet, and public librarian, joins the the show to discuss how her funny take on late stage capitalism launched her internet career and her new satirical book “Dress You Baby in Sage and Taupe.” They also chat about her thoughts on parents being their child’s first influencer as the purchaser of everything they consume, friendship and love that grows in parenting in community, and how “analog” is just another word for some of the most human things about life.
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| Mini-Ep 485: Judge Not By Smell? | 25 Mar 2026 | 00:25:16 | |
Listeners have more to say on shampoo bars! Plus, a springtime microjoy worth a wait, someone calls in with important vitamin C serum info, and a soft pant rec that checks all the boxes.
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| Episode 394: Life, Joy, and Meaning in Uncertain Times with Marisa Renee Lee | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:51:40 | |
Marisa Renee Lee, author of Grief Is Love and her new book Waiting For Dawn, speaks about living a life of joy and meaning through uncertainty and hardship, asking for help in difficult times, and the importance of having a fun thing just for you – even if it’s just watching Heated Rivalry or Bridgerton alone.
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| Mini-Ep 484: When Your Vitamin C Serum Smells Like Soy Sauce | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:25:51 | |
Doree and Elise hear from listeners about their shampoo bar recs, what to do when your soft pants start to pill, and when to replace your Vitamin C serum. They also take on a tough existential question, so stick around.
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| Episode 393: The Horrors Persist But I Have My Little Crafts with Elinor Cleghorn | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:35:04 | |
Feminist cultural historian, researcher, and the author of A Woman’s Work: Reclaiming the Radical History of Mothering, Elinor Cleghorn, joins the show to discuss how to understand women’s lives when history is written by men, the records of historical women fighting for the right to have choices, and what her vision of a radical future on mothering looks like.
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| Mini-Ep 483: Soft Pants and Korean Skincare | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:28:36 | |
Listeners call in to ask about Elise’s favorite Korean skincare brands. Plus, they discuss non-pilly soft pants, tooth whitening routines, traveling with liquids, and more.
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| Episode 392: Probably Should Have Foam Rolled with Elaine Low | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:42:13 | |
Elaine Low, staff writer at The Ankler and a recreational tennis friend, joins the show to chat about whether award shows like The Oscars still matter, the way technology is rapidly changing Hollywood, and the advice she hears again and again.
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| Mini-Ep 482: Grow Where You’re Planted | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:28:38 | |
Doree reports on the playdate that started the decluttering and Elise gets to meet Rob’s high school friends. Then they hear from listeners who ask for advice on plants for a container garden and how to get started with a skincare routine.
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| Episode 391: Just Try Stuff with Charlene Kaye | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:40:30 | |
Musician and comedian Charlene Kaye joins the show to talk about the sibling rivalry that led to her career choice, what she loves about analyzing pop songs, why she’s in Labiahead (her all-female Radiohead cover band), and her advice for people who want to explore their creative side.
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| Mini-Ep 481: Weather Worry Vindication | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:22:28 | |
Doree is justified in her weather worries and Elise discusses some potential weather-related travel interruptions. They also hear from listeners about shows to watch, exercises for during IVF, and some Trader Joe’s beauty recs.
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| Episode 390: Red Lipstick Is a Neutral with Rachel Goodwin | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:45:39 | |
Rachel Goodwin is back with more great product recs and makeup wisdom from years of experience. Doree and Elise ask her listener questions about everything from the best blush for freckles and a tinted moisturizer to finding the right red lip, and how to transition a cat eye on an aging eye. They also discuss what Rachel is seeing in beauty trends and where she hopes makeup trends are headed.
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| Mini-Ep 480: Special Requests + Prod Recs | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:18:39 | |
Listeners call in with a request to hear more Doree’s Hotel, plus thoughts on going back to school as an adult and some great prod recs.
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| Episode 389: Strategy, Spirituality, and Space with Hillary Power | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:41:08 | |
Longtime friend of Doree and business doula Hillary Power joins the show to discuss what a business doula does, the connection between spirituality and business strategy, and the curious, quiet power of a women’s circle. Plus, Doree and Elise chat about the party full of Rob’s exes and the new book by Doree’s agent that they wish they’d had at the start of their careers.
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| Mini-Ep 479: From Teeth to Toes | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:25:16 | |
Listeners call in with questions about how to handle teeth staining and IVF, and more recs from the community for comfy pants! Elise also shares an Oscar update, and Doree deals with a roof replacement.
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| Episode 388: Lasting Change Within Us with Maya Shankar | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:41:01 | |
Dr. Maya Shankar, host of A Slight Change of Plans and author of the new book, The Other Side of Change, joins the show to discuss why change is so scary to us, how navigating it can lead to understanding yourself better, and how your identity should be based in a “why” not a “what.”
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| Mini-Ep 478: Change Your Mind, Change Your Life | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:22:19 | |
Doree prepares for her next tennis tournament in the desert and Elise marvels at the people she can meet when she works outside the house. Then, they hear from listeners about snoring solutions, the comfiest comfy pants, and the next “big thing” in life.
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| Episode 387: Romance On The Brain with Maurene Goo | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:46:22 | |
Repeat guest Maurene Goo is back on the show to share her secret to a well-styled closet, her transition from writing YA to adult romance with her new release One and Only, and the wild ride it’s been supporting her husband Chris Applehans (director of KPop Demon Hunters) through awards season.
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