

Forever35
Doree Shafrir & Elise Hu
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 — and hopefully wiser. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 25, 2026 • 25min
Mini-Ep 485: Judge Not By Smell?
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. To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach Doree & Elise at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com.Visit forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at the free tier on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 2026 • 52min
Episode 394: Life, Joy, and Meaning in Uncertain Times with Marisa Renee Lee
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.To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach Doree & Elise at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com.Visit forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at the free tier on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 2026 • 26min
Mini-Ep 484: When Your Vitamin C Serum Smells Like Soy Sauce
They troubleshoot browned, soy-sauce smelling Vitamin C serums and when to toss them. They debate whether SPF 30 is enough if applied properly. Listeners share shampoo bar and sweatsuit pilling tips. Simple beginner gardening ideas for Seattle are suggested. They reflect on moving abroad with kids and whether it feels like leaving home.

Mar 16, 2026 • 35min
Episode 393: The Horrors Persist But I Have My Little Crafts with Elinor Cleghorn
Elinor Cleghorn, feminist cultural historian and author of A Woman’s Work, explores the hidden histories of motherhood and women's health. She talks about tracing mothers' lives through court records and artifacts. She describes low-stakes crafts as coping, argues for the right not to mother, and imagines broader, supported forms of care and kinship.

Mar 11, 2026 • 29min
Mini-Ep 483: Soft Pants and Korean Skincare
They trade Korean skincare brand recs, from serums to sheet masks. They debate soft pants that do not pill and alternatives to popular fleece. Travel hacks cover packing liquids and decanting for carry-on. Quick segments touch on tooth whitening routines, shampoo bars and reducing plastic, plus spa massage stories and silly pet updates.

Mar 9, 2026 • 42min
Episode 392: Probably Should Have Foam Rolled with Elaine Low
Elaine Low, staff writer at The Ankler who covers Hollywood business and loves recreational tennis, joins to discuss whether awards still matter and how tech is reshaping studios. She talks AI landing on sets and in workflows. Conversations touch on new formats like vertical serialized shorts, changing career ladders for Gen Z, and why tennis is her main self-care.

Mar 4, 2026 • 29min
Mini-Ep 482: Grow Where You’re Planted
They talk about last-minute wellness plans and practical concerns about attending a desert retreat. Cleaning and playdate prep lead into tips for organizing house zones and family reunions. Listeners ask about plants for deck boxes and indoor grow lights. A quick rundown covers simple skincare steps like cleanse, treat, and sunscreen.

Mar 2, 2026 • 41min
Episode 391: Just Try Stuff with Charlene Kaye
Charlene Kaye, musician and comedian known for viral musical-comedy videos and live shows. She recounts her path from stealing a sister’s guitar to analyzing pop songwriting. She talks bridges in pop songs, viral cover moments, her all-woman Radiohead cover band Labiahead, and practical creative advice like trying things and practicing daily.

Feb 25, 2026 • 22min
Mini-Ep 481: Weather Worry Vindication
They debate travel plans amid an impending blizzard and whether weather worries are justified. A rainy kids' camp story sparks a discussion about safety and being proven right. Short recs include the show Andor, IVF exercise suggestions from listeners, a Roland electric piano tip, and Trader Joe’s new skincare and gelato finds.

Feb 23, 2026 • 46min
Episode 390: Red Lipstick Is a Neutral with Rachel Goodwin
Rachel Goodwin, celebrity makeup artist known for red-carpet and magazine looks. She answers listener makeup dilemmas and shares product picks. Topics include tinted moisturizers vs foundation, blush tips for freckles, finding an easy red lip, softer cat-eye techniques, and where beauty trends are headed.


