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Friendship
Parenting
Skincare
Motherhood
Perimenopause
Burnout
Aging Parents
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Aging
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Social Media
Tennis
Self-Care Practices
Midlife
Consumer Culture
Money Management
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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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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 stud... more

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 embarrassm... more

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.

* To leave a voicemail or tex... more

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 differe... more

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Recent Guests

Caroline Chambers
Chef, caterer, freelance recipe developer, author of Make It Fast and What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking
What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking / Make It Fast
Episode: Caroline Chambers Throws Out All The Cookbook Rules
Priya Parker
Facilitator, strategic advisor, and acclaimed author of The Art of Gathering, How We Meet, and Why It Matters
Author of The Art of Fighting
Episode: Priya Parker Wants You To Fight Better
Dr. Jenny Wang
Dermatologist
Private practice / clinician
Episode: You Ask, We Answer: Fashionable and Foot-Friendly?
Cate Hall
Author of You Can Just Do Things; former Supreme Court attorney, pro poker player, biotech founder, and philanthropic foundation CEO
Author of You Can Just Do Things; former poker player; biotech founder
Episode: Cate Hall on Taking More Chances And Other Ways to Increase Your Luck
Emma Straub
New York Times bestselling author and Books Are Magic bookstore owner
Books are Magic
Episode: Emma Straub on Boy Bands And the Joy of Middle Age
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

Hosts

Doree Shafrir
Co-host of the show; frequent writer and commentator; focuses on self-care, pop culture, and lifestyle topics.
Elise Hu
Co-host of the show; brings energy and focus to conversations on self-care, books, and lifestyle topics.

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 States5 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 States8 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 States8 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 Kingdom9 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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Many comments note meaningful, practical self-care tips
Recurring feedback centers on ad Length and content balance, with some dissatisfaction when ads feel excessive
Guests and topics frequently align with books, wellness, and everyday life to attract a broad audience
Listeners praise the warm, supportive dynamic between the hosts

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Caroline Chambers Throws Out All The Cookbook Rules
Q: What's a favorite quick lunch idea you recommend for grown-ups or kids?
She discusses a tuna or egg salad approach, including a poached-egg method for speed and kid-friendly adaptations plugged into the 15-minute and 30-minute chapters of her books.
Caroline Chambers Throws Out All The Cookbook Rules
Q: What is a self-care practice you rely on that intersects with cooking?
Caroline says cooking itself is a form of self-care when it's not turned into a job, and she emphasizes enjoying the act of cooking in a low-service kitchen or at home to unwind and relax.
You Ask, We Answer: Blanket Baskets and Beauty Fridges
Q: Hi, Doree and Elise. I really need help. I'm just starting a doctorate program in violin performance and I am so overwhelmed. Doctorate degrees in music do not fund their students well. So I'm having to work, teach violin and gig to make ends meet. Between work, school, outside concerts and traveling for concerts, etc., it feels so overwhelming.
The hosts validate the listener's feelings, remind them they belong in their field, encourage using campus mental health resources, and suggest staying connected to why they love the music to sustain them, plus practical strategies like therapy and building a support network.
Prevention Is The Best Skincare with Dr. Jenny Wang
Q: When should a teen see a dermatologist for acne?
If acne affects self-esteem or there is concern about scarring, early professional input is advised to prevent long-term psychosocial impact and to optimize treatment strategy.
Prevention Is The Best Skincare with Dr. Jenny Wang
Q: What should I consider if I'm thinking about laser treatment for anti-aging or pigment?
Laser choices depend on skin type, pigment concerns, and whether the goal is resurfacing or tightening; a Pico laser is often effective for pigment, but non-ablative options like Fraxel or chemical peels are also viable. It's important to manage expectations, understand costs, and choose a provider with proven experience.

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

Two longtime hosts discuss self-care, aging, and everyday life with warmth, humor, and a focus on practical tips. Episodes skew toward skincare, beauty, fashion, organization, mindset, and personal growth, often featuring guests who write about books, health, and family. The show blends candid personal anecdotes with actionable advice, listener Q&As, and occasional behind-the-scenes looks at community-building through Patreon and related projects. A notable strength is the consistent, approachable vibe and a willingness to tackle topics from wellness to parenting, all through a no-nonsense, conversational lens. A few recurring themes stand out: skincare and sun protection, aging with curiosity, self-care routines, and meaningful discussions... more

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2. Priya Parker
3. Dr. Jenny Wang
4. Cate Hall
5. Emma Straub
6. Amelia Chiarenza
7. Mary HK. Choi
8. Stephanie Coontz

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