Episode 300: Feeling Like Yourself at 40 with Franchesca Ramsey

Kate dives into Doree’s vitamin C drawer and Doree starts a search for her “sole mate” before they bring on beauty expert and Gloss Angeles co-host Kirbie Johnson. She tells them all about the massage place to beat out all others, how her lifelong love affair with makeup has changed over the years, the celebrity beauty brands she recommends, and the industry’s current skincare fixation (spoiler: it’s hair!).Pre-order Kate's book! (And find Kate's newsletter here)To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[You’re listening to a preview of this episode, available exclusively on our Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.]Kate and Doree break down the history of celebrity beauty products, from Elizabeth Taylor’s perfume empire to Jessica Simpson’s edible makeup. Plus they ponder if celebrity products have gone too far, and reflect on which ones they find worth the purchase. Pre-order Kate's book! (And find Kate's newsletter here)To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode comes with a big announcement: Kate has decided to retire as a co-host of Forever35, and her last episode will be May 29th.Please listen to the entire episode to hear Kate and Doree dig into this decision, the challenges of burnout and mental health, why quitting is a bittersweet form of self-care, their journey of being friends and business partners, what’s going to happen with the Patreon, and the direction Doree plans on taking the show come June.Thank you, amazing listeners, for all of your incredible support and community. We are so grateful.Pre-order Kate's book! (And find Kate's newsletter here)To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[You're listening to a sneak peek of our new show Season One! To hear more episodes of Season One, join our Patreon at patreon.com/forever35 for just $5 a month.]It’s The OC Season One finale, babies! In our final hour together Seth goes sailing, Cal hates cilantro, Sandy’s a horny man, Theresa makes a tough decision, and Ryan returns to Chino! And for one last time, we ask, WHERE IS CAITLIN?Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate has returned to BB cream and Doree has a self-care doctor day. Then they’re joined by actor/writer/director Lennon Parham, who talks about growing up as “a weirdo,” her undying love of the Indigo Girls, learning to put herself first(ish), and caring for her aging parents as an only child. Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate and Doree dig into finding community IRL through game nights. Then, they hear from a new parent who feels shamed for getting sleep, discuss the looming changes in recommendation culture, and debate when you should wash your face after work.Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doree has another great en-Doree-sment of a nail product and Kate is stoked to try it. Then, they talk with multi-hyphenate Franchesca Ramsey (you might know her as @Chescaleigh) about the beauty of a good foot rub, the social media app you shouldn’t sleep on, the way her online presence has changed over the years, and feeling the most like herself at forty.Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[You’re listening to a preview of this episode, available exclusively on our Patreon. To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.]This is the tale of a family business becoming the fast food in fashion, and of provocative and very shocking ads. This is Benetton! Doree details to Kate the rise of the Benetton rugby shirt, how the brand became ubiquitous in the 80’s, and the Italian infrastructure their money is in today. Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[You’re listening to a preview of this episode, available exclusively on our Patreon.To hear the full episode, join us at patreon.com/forever35.]Dor & Kat wonder at the lack of comfort in American bathrooms and discuss solo podcasting, making important doctor’s appointments, and how technology sometimes makes things more annoying. Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doree is dealing with a serious sinus infection, while Kate is being influenced by her teen kid. Then, author and podcaster Jo Piazza joins them to chat about her new book The Sicilian Inheritance, the real-life murder mystery in her family that inspired the novel, the strange but exhilarating world of cold plunges, and falling down the rabbit hole of trad wives.Pre-order Kate's book! To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at [email protected] forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Shop our merch at balancebound.co/shop/forever35.Follow the podcast on Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and sign up for the newsletter at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.