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From the hosts of Forever35 comes a daily show to offer comfort and support during this scary and uncertain time. Each weekday morning, we’ll fill you in on what’s been going on in our socially distant lives, hear what our listeners have been up to, offer advice, and give you something to do, listen to, or watch that will help take your mind off things — if even for just a few minutes. However long this lasts, we want you to know: we're here for you.


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We both get a little sad about the end of this show! It's been a tumultuous 10 weeks, but we are so glad that we were able to be here for you, and that you were here for us. And don't forget, Here For You is ending, but we'll still be here for you on Forever35! Join us over there on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for more of the same thoughts, advice, and laughs.

On this final episode, we get some more game and activity suggestions, and a listener tells us about her very small backyard wedding that was surprisingly poignant.

The word of the day is: CHECK IN. The activity of the day is: CHECK IN WITH SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Neko Atsume
  • Viridi
  • MiniMetro
  • No Bummer Summer: http://nobummersummer.club

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Kate's found the source of her ant problem, while Doree's feeling annoyed by everything and everyone. (Except Kate. Never Kate.) We get an update from the listener who was having pandemic "baby fever," and also learn about a real horse named Skip.

The word of the day is: SKIP. The activity of the day is: WATCH TAIKA WAITITI READ JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • How to Shit in the Woods
  • James and the Giant Peach with Taika and Friends: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29LDBdpNMRc

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Kate's living her best whirlpool life, and we're both happy to be able to take bike rides. A listener calls in asking for recommendations for phone games, and another listener is psychic because she wrote us with some great phone game recs. Plus, we discuss email signoffs.

The word of the day is: SUMMER. The activity of the day is: HAVE A FANCY DAY.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Egg Inc.
  • Two Dots
  • Hidden Folks
  • Vangie Vale and the Murdered Macaron (The Matchmaker Mysteries Book 1) by R.L. Syme

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Kate's feeling good about her new work arrangement, while Doree is feeling glum about her messy house. Listeners want advice about how to handle feeling like life is on hold during Covid.

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Kate went for a ride on her new bike with her family, while Doree and her husband got takeout and have a new Saturday night quar tradition. A listener wonders what to do about some family heirlooms, and you all just want us to keep talking about poop, don't you!?

The activity of the day is: WATCH SARAH RAMOS'S QUARANTSCENES ON HER IGTV.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/05/23/861325631/from-camping-to-dining-out-heres-how-experts-rate-the-risks-of-14-summer-activit
  • https://www.target.com/p/wading-kiddie-pool-blue-sun-squad-8482/-/A-77334694
  • https://www.instagram.com/saraheramos/channel/

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Kate's feeling wistful about her kids' last day of school, while Doree is feeling wistful about not being able to celebrate her mom's birthday in person. We also get a pretty excellent voicemail from the mom of a previous caller, and we've officially closed the lid on poop.

The word of the day is: VULNERABLE. The activity of the day is: READ (SOMETHING FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES' SUMMER READING LIST)

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/books/summer-reading.html
  • Wag Bag: https://www.nrs.com/product/2737/cleanwaste-wag-bags
  • Portable toilet: https://www.rei.com/c/camp-toilets

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Kate's kids' camp was officially canceled and she's planning a very '80s summer for them, while Doree is wondering what everyone's WFH setups are (and she can't believe she finally found short-grain rice). A listener has a sweet idea for snail mail to friends, and a bunch of you weighed in on bathroom options on the road.

The word of the day is: REFLECT. The activity of the day is: WRITE DOWN YOUR FEELINGS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Magic Trackpad: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ2R2LL/A/magic-trackpad-2-silver
  • Purple Double Seat Cushion: https://purple.com/seat-cushions/office-chair
  • Keyboard stand: https://amzn.to/3cR92JM
  • Disposable Potty Liners: https://amzn.to/3e2auJF
  • Travel John: https://amzn.to/3bMECHh
  • Go Girl: https://amzn.to/3dYqMDg
  • SHEWEE: https://amzn.to/2WQfefH

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Kate's feeling better than she has in awhile and has a foolproof roast chicken recipe to share, while Doree has gone all-in on quarantine baking. A listener asks Kate for some romance recs, and Kate delivers. Plus, we get into a heated discussion of the best way to poop on the road in COVID times.

The word of the day is: LOVE. The activity of the day is: WATCH A ROM-COM OR READ A ROMANCE NOVEL.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Mark Bittman's Simplest Roast Chicken: https://www.markbittman.com/recipes-1/simplest-roast-chicken-8-ways
  • Baking class: https://www.mollyjwilk.com
  • Red, White, and Royal Blue
  • The Royal We
  • The Wedding Date
  • The Hating Game
  • 99% Mine
  • Get A Life, Chloe Brown
  • The Unhoneymooners
  • Somewhere Only We Know
  • Stephanie Perkins' YA books
  • Jenny Han’s books (and movies on Netflix)
  • Jennifer E Smith’s YA books.
  • Keira Knightley Pride & Prejudice movie
  • About Time and Set It Up on Netflix
  • Kate's favorite Twilight fanfic: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7015642/1/There-is-a-Light

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Kate took her kids to see their neighbors' "COVID Zoo," while Doree's mind is blown by the new edition of Emily Oster's newsletter. We hear from an almost 70-year-old listener in Kansas whose family is pressuring her to break quarantine, and another listener weighs in with some suggestions for how to deal with a recalcitrant cat.

The word of the day is: EXPLORE. The activity of the day is: WATCH THE LAST EPISODE OF JOHN KRASINSKI'S SOME GOOD NEWS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://emilyoster.substack.com/p/grandparents-and-day-care
  • https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/05/17/coronavirus-reopening-shopping-mall-georgia/
  • Some Good News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXdKrtmexWU

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Kate's desperate for some alone time, while Doree celebrated her birthday by eating pancakes and buying plants. A listener writes in to gently suggest taking some time off from the podcast, which inspires us to share our thoughts about Here For You's future.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Elaine Welteroth's wedding video: https://www.instagram.com/p/CAQjHhXg-25/

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Kate's feeling very "same sh*t, different day," while Doree was inspired to clean last night and is feeling a tad melancholy about her birthday (tomorrow!). A listener calls in to share a big sigh, and another listener has a great suggestion for how to have a movie night where you're not scrolling for 45 minutes trying to find something to watch.

The word of the day is: REFRESH. The activity of the day is: BAKE SOMETHING.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://crooked.com/podcast-series/wind-of-change/
  • https://www.theguardian.com/world/video/2020/may/14/herd-of-goats-runs-rampant-through-streets-of-san-jose-video
  • https://www.mollyjwilk.com/
  • https://www.instagram.com/mollyjwilk/
  • https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/phac-aspc/documents/services/diseases-maladies/pregnancy-advise-mothers/pregnancy-advise-mothers-eng.pdf

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Apologies for the expletives, but we are not feeling particularly cheerful today. Kate's really struggling with her mental health and wondering when she will finally cry, while Doree is feeling pessimistic about reopening before the end of the year. But listeners have some great activity ideas, and we also give advice to a listener who is struggling with a foster kitten.

The word of the day is: FCK THIS SHT. The activity of the day is: WATCH VIDEOS OF ZEN GARDENS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.elfster.com/
  • https://arcticfoxhaircolor.com/
  • Zen gardens: https://www.instagram.com/yukikawae/

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Kate's feeling invigorated from her better night's sleep and a trip to Target, while Doree had a rather interesting trip to the doctor with Henry. We learn some upstate New York geography, and listeners write in about their daycare experiences.

The word of the day is: GLEE. The activity of the day is: TAKE A K-BEAUTY OR SWEDISH PASTRIES CLASS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.sallyhansen.com/en-us/nail-color/nail-color/insta-dri
  • https://www.target.com/p/olly-extra-strength-sleep-gummy-supplement-50ct/-/A-78296943
  • https://www.tsfjazz.com/
  • https://www.airbnb.com/s/experiences/online
  • K-Beauty: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/965112
  • Swedish pastries: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1654794

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Kate still isn't sleeping, and Doree's thinking about an article she read about quarantine fatigue. A listener writes in to share some good news, and another listener leads us to wonder whether the boomers are onto something with their news consumption habits.

The word of the day is: TIRED. The activity of the day is: DO A SOUND BATH.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/quarantine-fatigue-real-and-shaming-people-wont-help/611482/
  • Sound bath: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5LhAFvK9VY
  • https://www.allure.com/story/sound-bath-meditation-benefits

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Kate had a weekend of ups and downs, while Doree is wondering when it will be okay to see other people who have been isolating. A listener writes in to suggest talking to your plants, and another listener has some ideas about limiting news consumption.

The activity of the day is: WATCH AN ANIMAL CAM.

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Mentioned in this episode: ANIMAL CAMS!

  • https://explore.org/livecams/sanctuaries/senior-dog-gathering-room
  • https://www.explore.org/livecams/currently-live/kentucky-equine-horses
  • https://koala.net/webcams
  • https://explore.org/livecams/grace-gorillas/gorilla-forest-corridor
  • https://explore.org/livecams/bald-eagles/channel-islands-national-park-sauces-bald-eagle
  • https://explore.org/livecams/currently-live/tembe-elephant-park
  • https://explore.org/livecams/three-bears/wolong-grove-panda-yard
  • https://explore.org/livecams/brown-bears/brown-bear-salmon-cam-brooks-falls
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N609loYkFJo
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC-J27EF800&feature=youtu.be
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPdKmQyh6W8&feature=emb_logo
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlpB7KhZrA0&feature=emb_logo
  • https://explore.org/livecams/warrior-canine-connection/service-puppy-cam
  • https://explore.org/livecams/kitten-rescue/kitten-rescue-cam

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Today we're joined by Forever35 Midwest Correspondent, podcaster, author, non-profit founder, and all-around great human Nora McInerny, who tells us about getting ready to move across the country in a pandemic and reveals that her husband does most of the emotional labor in their house. We also get tips on how to host a baby shower (or any event!) on Zoom, and hear about the sweetest possible pandemic wedding. We cried!

The word of the day is: FRIENDSHIP. The activity of the day is: DO A GUIDED MEDITATION WITH SLEEPY SHEEP.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Freedom.to
  • Pretty Things by Janelle Brown: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780525479123&aff=forever35pod
  • Coffee shop sounds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaGrHUekGrc
  • https://minimalistbaker.com/10-easy-dinner-recipes-30-minutes-or-less-1-pot/
  • https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbutadish/
  • https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-lentil-salad
  • https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015393-veggie-balls
  • PDFs of 22 (!) recipes: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgHxpVwmcBcEgi0cBZSj0oDw21Lf?e=Lsfy6t
  • Guided meditation with sleepy sheep: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1321334?source=p2

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Kate has found her happy place, and it's making bracelets while listening to the Grateful Dead. Meanwhile, Doree has become perhaps TOO invested in her paint by numbers kit. A listener writes in to ask for tips for a virtual baby shower, and another listener wonders how to deal with body issues right now. Also, it's National Nurses Week!

The word of the day is: COMMUNITY. The activity of the day is: THANK A NURSE.

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Kate's feeling run down and overwhelmed by sibling fights, while Doree has found her perfect pandemic evening. A listener writes in to celebrate her accomplishments at work, and we also get suggestions for how to support local arts organizations.

The word of the day is: COPE. The activity of the day is: CHECK OUT JAMIE BECK'S ISOLATION CREATIONS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/16/podcasts/rabbit-hole-internet-youtube-virus.html
  • https://www.bethereinfive.com/podcast
  • https://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com/
  • https://apps.apple.com/us/app/plantsnap-plant-identification/id1451054346
  • https://www.instagram.com/jamiebeck.co/

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Kate is sleeping a little better and writing thank-you notes to her mail carriers, while Doree has a huge revelation about personal cleanliness. Listeners have more art suggestions, and another listener writes in to ask for advice about her neighbors.

The word of the day is: GRATEFUL. The activity of the day is: SAY THANK YOU.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • https://www.twitter.com/hughweber/status/1256731703583916034
  • https://www.letsmakeart.com/
  • https://www.katelewisart.com/coloring-pages-sign-up
  • https://dodobanana.com/blogs/the-pajama-party/download-these-dodo-banana-coloring-pages-for-your-littles-to-enjoy
  • https://www.instagram.com/nicolesachslcsw/

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Kate's already obsessed with her blow-up pool, while Doree is finding her new paint-by-numbers kit very relaxing. A listener writes in to ask for advice about a reunion Zoom, and another listener wants to recognize the hard work of lab techs.

The word of the day is: CELEBRATE. The activity of the day is: CHECK IN WITH YOURSELF.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Intex Inflatable Pool: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Intex-10ft-x-30in-Easy-Set-Inflatable-Round-Plastic-Family-Swimming-Pool-Pump/427510917
  • Paint the Town By Numbers: https://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com/

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Kate's got a hole in her inflatable pool, and Doree's doing some sofa shuffling. Also, it's International Workers Day, so don't cross the picket line. We hear from two dermatology residents who have some great maskne tips, and a listener writes in to ask that we speak to more people who have been laid off. So: if you've been laid off, how are you doing? Let us know.

The word of the day is: KIND AWARENESS. The activity of the day is: ANYTHING FROM THE SWISS EMBASSY LIST.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Jana Schmieding giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_iK1TrpT4_/
  • Calm app: go to https://www.calm.com/forever35 for 40% off.
  • May Day strike: https://www.democracynow.org/2020/4/29/headlines/workers_plan_may_day_peoples_strike_to_demand_safer_workplaces
  • PanOxyl Creamy Wash 4% Benzoyl Peroxide: https://www.cvs.com/shop/panoxyl-creamy-wash-4-benzoyl-peroxide-daily-control-deep-cleaning-wash-for-acne-6-oz-prodid-1150104
  • Neutrogena Clear Pore cleanser: https://www.neutrogena.com/skin/skin-acne/clear-pore-cleansermask/6810019.html
  • Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment: https://www.neutrogena.com/skin/skin-acne/on-the-spot-acne-treatment/6801790.html
  • Differin Gel: https://www.cvs.com/shop/differin-gel-prodid-1190782
  • UCLA Mindful app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ucla-mindful/id1459128935?ls=1
  • Swiss Embassy list of activities: https://twitter.com/amberregis/status/1255443780989304834

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Kate had a stressful day but felt better after partaking in some herbal refreshment, while Doree is just glad to be able to gaze at her new office whiteboard. Listeners had a bunch of suggestions for paint-by-numbers kits, and a listener also hasTV rec for Kate.

The word of the day is: SPACE. The activity of the day is: FREE ACCESS TO ANCESTRY.COM VIA THE LIBRARY

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Paint by Numbers kits: https://www.winniespicks.com/, https://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com, https://paintbynumbershome.com/, https://petsbynumbers.com/

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Kate admits she discussed the Daily in therapy and still hasn't gotten rid of her ingrown hair, and Doree's just back from the pediatrician and finds the perfect tweezers to take care of Kate's hairy situation. Plus, we want to know what calming movies and TV shows you're watching right now, and we give advice to a listener who's having trouble reining in her anger.

The word of the day is: MINDFUL. The activity of the day is: DO A MINDFULNESS MEDITATION.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Tweezerman ingrown hair tweezers: https://www.tweezerman.com/ingrown-hair-splintertweeze.html
  • Mindfulness article: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/04/13/magazine/jack-kornfield-mindfulness.htm
  • UCLA mindfulness meditations: https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/mindful-meditations

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Kate listened to the two Daily episodes that she said she wasn't going to listen to, and Doree's feeling much better today and attributes it in part to having exercised in the morning. A listener writes in with some suggestions on how to beat the blahs, and another listener has great tips on how to manage budding separation anxiety in your dog.

The word of the day is: MOVE. The activity of the day is: WATCH @BOSTONPOTTER ON INSTAGRAM.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • The Daily episodes: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/20/podcasts/the-daily/coronavirus-how-long-lockdowns.html and https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/26/podcasts/the-daily/coronavirus-new-york-restaurants.html
  • "Vaccine Rates Drop Dangerously As Parents Avoid Doctor's Visits": https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/23/health/coronavirus-measles-vaccines.html
  • Moonrise reed diffuser: https://pfcandleco.com/products/moonrise-reed-diffuser
  • The Ink app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ink-cards-send-custom-cards/id477296657
  • Separation anxiety links: https://malenademartini.com/ (trainer), her book Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs https://amzn.to/35civIO, and her online course https://malenademartini.com/for-owners/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-mission-possible-online-course/
  • Boston Potter: https://www.instagram.com/bostonpotter

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Doree feels like she's in a rut, but buying some flowers helped cheer her up. Meanwhile, Kate is just accepting the fact that her kids were parked in front of the TV for much of Saturday. A listener calls in to tell us how hearing the word of the day helped her change her perspective, and another listener pleads for help with a very pandemic problem: maskne.

The word of the day is: FORGIVE. The activities of the day are: WATCH THE STATE REENACT PORCUPINE RACETRACK and WATCH STEPHEN FRY AND PRINCE WILLIAM TOGETHER.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • The State: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B_Sm-dKHhaa/?igshid=1d35fcg727vzh
  • Prince William and Stephen Fry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_ifv6ZOuvw

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Kate reflects on the very '80s childhood that her kids are currently having and Doree feels invigorated by a trip to Target. A listener writes in to suggest also shopping at large retailers and not just small stores, and we give advice to a college senior who doesn't want to quarantine with her parents.

The word of the day is: SWEAT. The activity of the day is: TAKE A VIRTUAL TRAIN RIDE.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Virtual train rides: https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/bus-train/virtual-train-rides

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Kate (accidentally!) washed her hair with dog shampoo, and Doree's happy that she finally took a quarantine bath. A listener writes in to tell us NOT to spray essential oils on our masks, and we give advice to a listener who's worried that the pandemic is just postponing a possible engagement indefinitely.

The word of the day is: LAUGH. The activity of the day is: WATCH STANLEY TUCCI MAKE A NEGRONI.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Phish's Dinner and a Movie: https://webcast.livephish.com/
  • The Pink Studio: www.thepinkstudio.ca
  • Stanley Tucci Makes a Negroni:

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Kate's trying to feel grateful for the time she has with her kids, but briefly panics when she thinks they might have lice. (Spoiler: they don't.) Meanwhile, Doree has completed a mysterious baking project and downloaded the Peloton app. Then we have a special pandemic poetry reading (!) by author and poet Leigh Stein, and give some recs for good non-big-box beauty and comfortable clothing sites.

The word of the day is: PATIENCE. The activity of the day is: STROLL THROUGH THE JAPANESE GARDEN IN BLOOM AT THE BROOKLYN BOTANIC GARDEN.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Mississippi Roast: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/246721/mississippi-roast-slow-cooker-pepperoncini-pot-roast/
  • Peloton app: https://www.onepeloton.com/app
  • Leigh Stein's Poet in Residence newsletter: https://poetinresidence.substack.com/p/coming-soon
  • Leigh Stein's Self Care novel: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/623540/self-care-by-leigh-stein/
  • Beauty site recs: https://milkandhoney.com, https://oo35mm.com/, https://www.botniaskincare.com/, https://credobeauty.com/, https://ohlolly.com/, https://sokoglam.com/, https://www.thedetoxmarket.com/. https://www.fatandthemoon.com/
  • Comfy clothes site recs: https://www.marinelayer.com/, https://www.girlfriend.com/, https://www.louandgrey.com/, https://athleta.gap.com/
  • Japanese Garden in bloom at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden: https://www.bbg.org/news/stroll_through_the_japanese_garden_in_bloom_video

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Kate's wistful about the supermarket, while Doree's just proud of herself for putting on a dress today. We hear from a listener who has some reassurance for our high school junior, and another who has a suggestion for the teacher dealing with bullying parents. Plus, a listener writes in with a mask tip.


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We're both feeling a little down today, but Kate attempted a cat eye (successfully!) and Doree's been burning her favorite new candle, so all is not lost. A listener wonders which old prods we've started using again, and a high school junior writes in to ask for advice about what to do now that the SATs have been canceled. And we hear from a teacher who's struggling with a couple of very pushy parents.

The word of the day is: STRENGTH. The activity of the day is: REWATCH A CLASSIC SHOW.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • Moonrise candle: https://pfcandleco.com/collections/sunset-candles/products/moonrise-sunset-candle
  • The Christmas Candle (SNL): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_L5Xkb78KxY

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Kate's really come around on screen time for her kids, while Doree is feeling good about carving out time for some old-school step aerobics. We get some advice for the college senior who's back home with her parents, and also discuss the ethics of ordering non-essential things right now.

The word of the day is: BALANCE. The activity of the day is: SWEATFEST WITH RYAN HEFFINGTON.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Step Aerobics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmev1eHpKJ7HfQyV4Tm_qBg
  • The Pomodoro Technique: https://lifehacker.com/productivity-101-a-primer-to-the-pomodoro-technique-1598992730
  • Villa Villekulla Farm: https://www.villavillekullafarm.com/
  • Sweatfest with Ryan Heffington: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.heffington/
  • Prodigy Math: https://www.prodigygame.com/
  • ABCYa: https://www.abcya.com/
  • Mystery Science: https://mysteryscience.com/
  • Mystery Doug: https://mysteryscience.com/
  • Epic: https://www.getepic.com/
  • BrainPop: https://www.brainpop.com/

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We hear from listeners at different stages of their pregnancies, including one who has recovered from COVID-19 and another who recently gave birth in NYC, about what it's been like to be pregnant during a global pandemic.

The word of the day is: COMPASSION. The activity of the day is: INVITE A GOAT TO YOUR NEXT ZOOM MEETING.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Goat2Meeting: https://www.sweetfarm.org/goat-2-meeting

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Kate's feeling an unfamiliar feeling today, and Doree's feeling herself because she showered and shaved her legs for the first time in... a long time. A listener calls in to let us know that Doree's husband's bad meatballs might have saved her from similar gastrointestinal distress, and a college senior emails us to say she's struggling with how quickly her life has changed.

The word of the day is: HOPE. The activity of the day is: WATCH LAURA BENANTI'S SUNSHINE SONGS

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Tweezerman 5 1/2" styling shears: https://amzn.to/34NjW0h
  • Laura Benanti's Sunshine Songs: https://youtu.be/nj1KTvZ1NZU

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Kate's excited because she ordered a pasta machine, while Doree is slightly disturbed by a bizarre dream. A listener has a suggestion for a fun activity to do with friends (or alone!), and we also give advice to a listener who's trying to study for the GMAT and another listener who's mourning her mom.

The word of the day is: UNWIND. The activity of the day is: MASTURBATE.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • PF Candle Company: https://pfcandleco.com/
  • BoxFox: https://shopboxfox.com/

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We have different feelings about social isolation: Kate is missing being around people, while Doree wonders if maybe she's an introvert after all. A listener writes in with a HOT BUTTERMILK TIP, and we also consider the problem of an overzealous remote workplace.

The word of the day is: LONELY. The activity of the day is: MAKE A HOMEMADE GREETING CARD FOR SOMEONE IN YOUR LIFE.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Powdered buttermilk: https://shop.kingarthurflour.com/items/dried-buttermilk-powder-16-oz
  • Netflix Party: https://www.netflixparty.com/

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Kate finds Animal Crossing very soothing, while Doree reflects on her experience at two Zoom seders. We also get some extremely useful tips from an employment lawyer about taking time off right now, and another listener wonders whether she's been experiencing "comparative joy."

The word of the day is: COZY. The activity of the day is: YOGA WITH ADRIENE'S 7-MINUTE BEDTIME YOGA.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Family Haggadah app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/family-haggadah/id1459807108
  • Department of Labor Pandemic FAQ: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla/pandemic
  • Yoga With Adriene's 7-Minute Bedtime Yoga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LI9upn4t9n8

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Kate is eagerly anticipating the arrival of her new video game, while Doree's feeling a bit melancholy about celebrating Passover via Zoom. We also hear from listeners who are navigating the pandemic alone.

The word of the day is: ESCAPE. The activity of the day is: WATCH THE CAST OF HAMILTON SING ON ZOOM TO A YOUNG FAN ON JOHN KRASINSKI'S SOME GOOD NEWS SHOW: https://www.npr.org/2020/04/06/828088183/hamilton-cast-reunites-for-emily-blunt-john-krasinski-and-one-lucky-9-year-old

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Animal Crossing: https://animal-crossing.com/
  • The Isolation Journals: http://suleikajaouad.com/the-isolation-journals
  • Stardew Valley: https://www.stardewvalley.net/

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Kate's feeling better after a Zoom singalong, and Doree's feeling better after her husband explained why he might be in, shall we say, gastrointestinal distress. A listener writes in to reassure Kate that her stress is valid, and another listener wants to know how the heck she's supposed to be balancing it all.

The word of the day is: ENOUGH. The activity of the day is: MAKE A WINDOW SIGN.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Libro.fm: get 3 audiobooks for the price of one at https://libro.fm/redeem/forever35.
  • RicherPoorer: https://www.richer-poorer.com
  • Lou and Grey: https://www.louandgrey.com/

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Kate's struggling with balancing homeschooling and work, while Doree finds solace in planning Henry's meals. And listeners have questions about a care package for a friend and how to not feel guilty about working from home, and another listener has a great idea about how to stay connected without being tethered to Zoom and FaceTime.

The word of the day is: CONTROL. The activity of the day is: FREE WRITE FOR 10 MINUTES.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • Libro.fm: To get three audiobooks for the price of one, use code forever35 at libro.fm or go to https://www.libro.fm/redeem/forever35.
  • Parents Are Not OK: https://medium.com/@chloe.cooney/parents-are-not-ok-66ab2a3e42d9
  • Sweet Potato Cookies: https://mykidslickthebowl.com/sweet-potato-cookies-babies-toddlers/
  • America's Test Kitchen The Complete Baby & Toddler Cookbook: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781492677673?aff=forever35pod

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Kate hung holiday lights outside her house and is relieved that her kids are going back to (online) school, while Doree has been recording more of her day in her journal. We also get a Zoom birthday party update!

The word of the day is: KINDNESS. The activity of the day is: JUST DANCE.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Danielle Henderson on Instagram: www.instagram.com/daniellehenderson
  • Phoebe Reads a Mystery: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phoebe-reads-a-mystery/id1503921457
  • Yoga With Adriene: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
  • The Sims Mobile: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-mobile
  • Andrea's Bday Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/54BQFuMkbOpoHv6NUh18iI?si=PLfDJ6yASCmgyPW9AfARrg
  • D-Nice on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dnice/

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Kate went to a Zoom party with her study abroad buds and Doree's feeling pretty good about cleaning her house. We give advice to a listener who's having a very different pandemic than her husband and another listener who's wondering if it's okay to have a Zoom dance party for her birthday this weekend. (Guess what we told her???)

The word of the day is: FEAR. The activity of the day is: HAVE A ZOOM PARTY.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Zoom: https://zoom.us/

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Yes, there are bigger problems in the world, but having to postpone or cancel your wedding because of coronavirus really sucks. We heard from a bunch of you who are dealing with this right now and how you're coping, and also from a listener who owns a wedding venue who's very worried about what the future holds. Thanks to everyone who wrote or called in — we appreciate you!

The word of the day is: RELAX. The activity of the day is: WATCH INA GARTEN MAKE A COCKTAIL.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Lauren and Whitney Got Married: https://www.laurenandwhitneygotmarried.com/
  • Castello di Ristonchi: https://www.ristonchi.com/
  • Ina Garten makes a cocktail: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-cJUwUpxbM/

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Kate's thrilled with the roast chicken she made for dinner, and Doree's just thrilled that she managed to put on pants. A listener asks for advice about turning down FaceTime requests, and another listener asks for encouragement about being single right now.

The word of the day is: ADAPT. The activity of the day is: COOK SOMETHING NEW FROM PANTRY STAPLES.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Simplest Roast Chicken Recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015812-simplest-roast-chicken
  • Libro.fm: https://libro.fm/
  • New York Times pantry staples series: https://cooking.nytimes.com/topics/pantry-staples
  • Home Cooking podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/home-cooking/id1503149669
  • The Briefing With Mayor Eric Garcetti: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-briefing-with-mayor-eric-garcetti/id1505260062

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Kate's feeling good in jeans today, and Doree's finding solace in a few daily routines. We also give advice to a listener whose friend doesn't seem to comprehend the concept of social distancing.

The word of the day is: VIGILANCE. The activity of the day is: WATCH THE BACKSTREET BOYS SING A SOCIALLY DISTANT VERSION OF "I WANT IT THAT WAY."

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • The Bookshop on the Corner by Jenny Colgan in audiobook: https://amzn.to/2X2jKZb
  • Yoga With Adriene: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
  • Phoebe Reads a Mystery: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phoebe-reads-a-mystery/id1503921457
  • Getting Ready playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX2SlyIbbHgFa?si=d5QZmVUyQDaCOx8pmXNMKg
  • Milk + Honey Hydrating Rose Mist: https://milkandhoney.com/products/hydrating-rose-mist
  • Botnia Rose Water Toner: https://www.botniaskincare.com/home/shop/retail/rose-water-toner/
  • Backstreet Boys sing "I Want It That Way" from their living rooms: https://variety.com/2020/music/news/backstreet-boys-reunite-i-want-it-that-way-concert-coronavirus-1203548696/

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Kate is cautiously optimistic about her sourdough bread starter, but Doree's feeling like she can do better than the bowl of cereal she ate for lunch. We hear from a teacher who misses her students and suggests keeping a journal, and we also hear from a listener who is finding that having a puppy is really hard, pandemic or not.

The word of the day is: FUN. The activity of the day is: DO AN ONLINE DANCE CLASS WITH 567 BROADWAY ON YOUTUBE.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Liz Havartine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizharvatine/
  • NPR's Up First podcast: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510318/up-first
  • 567 Broadway on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5c9Z3QsloqOsb5HS_R5RrA

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Kate's had a rough day, so she's drinking a glass of wine while we record; Doree's got a book recommendation and is now following all appropriate grocery hygiene protocols.

The word of the day is: CONNECTION. The activity of the day is: FACETIME A FRIEND YOU'VE NEVER FACETIMED BEFORE.

We're having a PJ party Saturday night at 6:30pm PT/9:30pm ET. Join us at instagram.com/forever35podcast! We're also collecting donations for the LA Regional Food Bank this week. Every little bit helps! Donate here: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/forever35here-for-you-podcasts

Email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com or call us at 781-591-0390 and let us know how you're doing! We are also going to be doing a special weddings episode next week so please especially write us if you are trying to figure out what to do about your upcoming wedding, are a wedding planner, run a wedding venue, own a catering business, etc.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • Mrs. Mohr Goes Missing: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780358274247
  • PSA Safe Grocery Shopping In a Pandemic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjDuwc9KBps&t=2s

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While Kate spent the morning grocery shopping, Doree was cooking batches of food for Henry and doing a step aerobics video from 1992. (As one does.) We also heard from listeners who had great suggestions for dealing with anxiety around food scarcity.

Today's word of the day is: REST. Today's activity is: FOLLOW MARK KANEMURA ON INSTAGRAM.

We are raising money for the LA Regional Food Bank! Donate to our fundraiser here: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/team/forever35here-for-you-podcasts. Every little bit helps. Thanks to everyone who has already donated!

We are also hosting an Instagram Live PJ Party this Saturday night at 9:30pm ET/6:30pm PT. Follow us at instagram.com/forever35podcast to join us.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • America's Test Kitchen The Complete Baby & Toddler Cookbook: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781492677673
  • Step Reebok: The Video 1992: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT3XM7W-xAw
  • NPR Soothing Music playlist: https://www.npr.org/2020/03/13/815457669/isle-of-calm-stream-6-hours-of-soothing-music
  • Jordan Page on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanpage/
  • Mark Kanemura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkik808/
  • HelloFresh: https://www.hellofresh.com/ (for an offer code, check out the show notes from last week's episode of Matt & Doree's Eggcellent Adventure)

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Doree goes into a minor panic after using eight precious eggs in one frittata, and Kate finds that putting on a dress and makeup works wonders for her mood. We also learned that many of you have strong opinions about buttermilk!

The word of the day is: SORROW. The activity of the day is: VOLUNTEER FROM HOME.

We want to hear how you're doing. Call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com.

Mentioned in this episode:

  • Food52 Buttermilk Waffles: https://food52.com/recipes/78396-buttermilk-waffles
  • Alexandra Cooks Blueberry Breakfast Cake: https://alexandracooks.com/2011/06/29/buttermilk-blueberry-breakfast-cake/
  • Ina Garten’s Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits: https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/buttermilk-cheddar-biscuits-recipe-1943876.amp
  • Smitten Kitchen buttermilk biscuits: https://smittenkitchen.com/2013/03/my-favorite-buttermilk-biscuits/
  • The Beautiful Bastard series: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781476730097

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Kate's been reading steamy novels in the bath, while Doree salvaged her banana bread after forgetting the eggs. Plus, a listener writes in with a podcast and book rec.

The word of the day is: JOY. The activity of the day is: WRITE A LETTER TO A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER.

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Reply All, "The Case of the Missing Hit"
  • Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore
  • D-Nice on Instagram
  • Nothing Much Happens
  • A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell
  • Dr. Amy Acton

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Welcome to the first episode of Here For You, a daily podcast brought to you by Kate and Doree of Forever35. Kate's been painting rocks and reflects on the pressure to "make magic" in the age of coronavirus. Doree's been doing relaxing yoga and listening to a very Doree-esque podcast.

Our word of the day is: CALM. Our activity of the day is: NO-KNEAD BREAD.

Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing!

Mentioned in the episode:

  • Martha Stewart's The Best Banana Bread
  • No-Knead Bread

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Coming Monday, March 23: a new daily show from the hosts of Forever35.


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