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Self-Care
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Parenting
Skincare
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Aging
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Social Media
Motherhood
Perimenopause
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Aging Parents
Self-Care Practices
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Midlife
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Platonic Partnerships

Which night creams will make you look well-rested, is quitting coffee really worth the headache, can emptying your closet really bring you joy, and wtf is a gratitude practice, anyway? Co-hosts Doree Shafrir and Elise Hu explore these kinds of questions, with a big helping of humor and self-awareness. Together with weekly guests, they navigate what it means to care for ourselves as we get older — ... more

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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... more

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 f... more

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... more

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 big... more

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Recent Guests

Manoush Zomorodi
Host of NPR's TED Radio Hour; journalist, author
TED Radio Hour / NPR
Episode: A Five-Minute Break Can Change Your Life with Manoush Zomorodi
Alex Elle
New York Times bestselling author, wellness educator and restorative writing teacher
Author, Wellness Educator
Episode: Episode 399: Joyspotting with Alex Elle
Kara Swisher
Host of On with Kara Swisher and co-host of Pivot; editor-at-large at New York Magazine; CNN contributor
CNN; New York Magazine; Recode
Episode: Episode 398: Have Fun, Live Long with Kara Swisher
Allie Jones
Writer and editor; Gossip Time newsletter author
Gossip Time
Episode: Episode 397: The Scandal, The Optics, and The Gossip with Allie Jones
Kate Spencer
Former Forever35 co-host
Former Forever35 co-host
Episode: Mini-Ep 487: First Time Caller
Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Instructor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School; gastroenterologist; author
Harvard Medical School; Washington Post
Episode: Episode 396: The Truth About Poop with Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Hayley DeRoche
Humorist and poet, creator of the Sad Beige series
Sad Beige (brand)
Episode: Episode 395: Who You Are Without All The Stuff with Hayley DeRoche
Marisa Renee Lee
Award-winning author of Grief Is Love; CEO of Beacon Advisors
Beacon Advisors / author
Episode: Episode 394: Life, Joy, and Meaning in Uncertain Times with Marisa Renee Lee
Elinor Cleghorn
Feminist cultural historian, writer and researcher
Sussex, author of A Woman's Work
Episode: Episode 393: The Horrors Persist But I Have My Little Crafts with Elinor Cleghorn

Hosts

Doree Shafrir
Host; Forever35, with a focus on practical self-care and storytelling.
Elise Hu
Co-host; Forever35, brings energy and structure to conversations, often driving discussion.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.1k ratings
  • These two are colleagues not friends.

    Which is fine but geez Doree sounds like she couldn’t care less about whatever Elise is blathering on about (seemingly one of her endless friends she will now go into great detail about even though none of us listeners will ever meet or know this person). These two are interesting individually but the dynamic is tough to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    fujdke
    United States2 months ago
  • Ouch!

    I was looking for a new podcast (something other than true crime and murder), when I stumbled across Forever35. As an almost 36 year old woman, I’d like to listen to women around my age discussing health, beauty, fashion, etc.

    I was enjoying the first random episode I clicked on, when one of the hosts brutally pointed out that I am now closer to 50 than to 20 years old 😭😭

    While this fact has broken me, I will give this podcast a 5 star rating because that’s the type of hard truth I need to h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarissaBSavinon
    United States5 months ago
  • :(

    Long time listener - I have to say Doree seems so disinterested and down. It’s like she isn’t even listening to what Elise is saying and just responds with canned one-liners “oh funny” “oh interesting” …

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Darka521
    United States5 months ago
  • Elise Does the Heavy Lifting

    Elise does all the work and brings ALL the energy to every episode. I literally listened since the start of F35 and just can’t bear Doree any more because she’s just phoning it in.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Iris Santiago
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Love the podcast

    I really enjoy listening to the two of you but I especially love Oscar’s stories. You should consider starting The Oscar Podcast. Enjoy the rest of your summer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ainur_rrd
    Spaina year ago

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The dynamic between co-hosts is a frequent topic of comment, with some listeners praising warmth and depth, others noting ad-length frustrations.
Listeners often mention appreciation for practical self-care tips and guest insights.
There's ongoing discourse about Kate Spencer's departure changing the show's vibe and content balance.

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#15
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#130
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#144
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A Five-Minute Break Can Change Your Life with Manoush Zomorodi
Q: What self-care practice would you highlight for listeners wanting practical change?
A simple, sustainable approach is to insert short movement breaks into daily routines, with the key being consistency and listening to your body rather than chasing drastic changes or all-or-nothing goals.
You Ask, We Answer: The New Format Debuts!
Q: How has your regular schedule changed with the new format and what are your plans for the next few months?
We're shifting to a weekly, longer-form episode with biweekly mega mailbags to balance our personal projects and keep the show's cadence sustainable, while continuing to engage with listeners via questions and community feedback.
Mini-Ep 490: Lucky In Living
Q: What are your recommendations for a daily tinted sunscreen for mature skin?
Doree and Elise mention several options, with a personal highlight on Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen (SPF 50) from Ilja, noting its light tint and suitability for sensitive skin, plus a nod to Korean tinted sunscreens such as Dominas as another option.
Mini-Ep 490: Lucky In Living
Q: What are you or other listeners using for an alarm clock? What specific alarm clocks are people using?
Listeners share a mix of phone alarms, Tivoli clock radios, and occasional specialty alarm clocks like Hatch, indicating a preference for reliable wake-ups and a preference for devices with a softer, non-propelled alarm aesthetic.
Mini-Ep 487: First Time Caller
Q: I'd love to hear about sharing a bed with a partner who snoring, tricks solutions commiseration.
Discusses sleep apnea diagnosis, CPAP as a transformative solution, use of earplugs or noise-reducing headphones, and sleep studies as a path to better sleep.

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What is Forever35 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, candid chat show centered on self-care, aging gracefully, and practical life tips for grown-ups. Episodes mix personal updates with guest conversations on topics like skincare, sleep, mental health, parenting, relationships, gratitude, and navigating modern life in a humorous, down-to-earth style. Notable strengths include a steady host dynamic that blends empathy with curiosity, along with high-profile guests spanning wellness, media, technology, and culture. The show often threads in book recommendations, journaling practices, and behind-the-scenes looks at creative projects, making it a reliable resource for listeners seeking relatable life-advice, bite-sized expertise, and community-style vibes. A distinctive angle is its ongoin... more

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5. Kate Spencer
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