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Mental Health
Friendship
Parenting
Skincare
Trader Joe's
Aging
Social Media
Motherhood
Perimenopause
Burnout
Aging Parents
Community Support
Self-Care Practices
Tennis
Midlife
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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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Latest Episodes

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 nex... more

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... more

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. more

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... more

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Recent Guests

Amelia Chiarenza
Death doula, coach and host of Cultivate Being
Cultivate Being
Episode: Amelia Chiarenza on Goodbyes and Death Doulas
Mary HK. Choi
New York Times bestselling author (Emergency Contact, Permanent Record, Yoke) and author of Pool House
Author
Episode: Mary H.K. Choi On Her New Book and her AuDHD Diagnosis
Stephanie Coontz
Historian and author
Council on Contemporary Families
Episode: Why We Get Married, and Should We Still? with Stephanie Coontz
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
Dr. Jenny Wang
Medical professional referenced as a past guest
Episode: Mini-Ep 487: First Time Caller
Kate Spencer
Former Forever35 co-host
Former Forever35 co-host
Episode: Mini-Ep 487: First Time Caller

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 States3 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 States6 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 States6 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 Kingdom7 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.
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There's ongoing discourse about Kate Spencer's departure changing the show's vibe and content balance.

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Amelia Chiarenza on Goodbyes and Death Doulas
Q: What exactly does a death doula do?
A death doula provides a range of support for both the person who is dying and their loved ones, including advocacy, helping interpret medical information, connecting to resources, and guiding discussions and rituals around death.
Why We Get Married, and Should We Still? with Stephanie Coontz
Q: Stephanie, can I ask if we could just sort of back up a bit and hear about how you became interested in marriage in the first place?
Coontz explains her trajectory from studying women and civil rights to focusing on family life, describing how early work on women's history naturally led to a broader examination of marriage as a social institution and a field with implications for policy and everyday life.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forever35

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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2. Mary HK. Choi
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