Épisodes

  • 479 | Garage Clutter
    Feb 17 2025

    For the third episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Dr. Julia Raz to talk about garage clutter, including the excess stuff that is hidden in basements, attics, sheds, and storage areas.

    Discussed in this episode:

    What boundaries can my family establish to minimize all the excess stuff in our garage, basement, attic, shed, and other storage spaces? (2:37)

    How do you use your garage? (21:52)

    Listener tip: Improve seasonal decorations by making them functional. (43:30)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    50 min
  • 478 | Closet Clutter
    Feb 10 2025

    For the second episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Courtney Carver to talk about decluttering the excess clothes, shoes, and accessories in our closets.

    Discussed in this episode:

    I’m great at decluttering, but why can’t I stop buying new clothes? (2:28)

    Why do you own so many clothes? (15:27)

    Listener tip: How to achieve variety and novelty with clothing. (41:51)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    46 min
  • 477 | Living Room Clutter
    Feb 3 2025

    For the first episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Joshua Becker to talk about decluttering the things that make a mess of our living spaces.

    Discussed in this episode:

    Where is the best place to start decluttering? (4:44)

    How is our cluttered home harming our family? (8:49)

    What purpose does your living room serve, and what gets in the way of that purpose? (28:08)

    Listener tip: Minimalist rule to declutter excess coffee mugs. (43:57)

    Letting go after the recent Los Angeles fires. (46:22)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    51 min
  • Bonus | Smart Devices
    Jan 27 2025

    In this bonus episode, The Minimalists talk about the clutter that is often caused by smart devices.

    Discussed in this episode:

    Should I let go of my Apple Watch, Peloton, WHOOP, and other fitness trackers and smart devices? (1:09)

    How are The Minimalists using social media after their 2024 break? (18:47)

    New York Times article mentioned: https://mnml.st/devices

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    22 min
  • 476 | A Waste of Now
    Jan 20 2025

    The Minimalists talk about the benefits and downsides of wasting time.

    Discussed in this episode:

    When is it selfish to say no to the people I love? (1:54)

    What are you most likely to waste your time on right now? (20:10)

    Listener tip: When you’re done clearing out your home, you have to do the same to the rest of your life. (36:51)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    42 min
  • 475 | Going Without
    Jan 13 2025

    The Minimalists talk about going without the things that get in the way.

    Discussed in this episode:

    How do I let go of my phone distractions to be more productive? (1:46)

    What’s one thing you’d like to go without this year? (21:21)

    What happened when The Minimalists were recently hacked? (30:50)

    Will The Minimalists return to social media after going without for a year? (37:03)

    Listener reflection: the less you want, the more satisfied you are. (50:07)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    55 min
  • 474 | Attachment Styles
    Dec 30 2024

    The Minimalists talk with Eli Harwood about secure attachments and attachment theory.

    Discussed in this episode:

    How is collecting related to emotional insecurity? (2:19)

    What is attachment theory? (16:52)

    What are the four attachment styles? (17:46)

    When is attachment useful and when is it clinging? (22:44)

    Listener insight: the gift of listening! (33:03)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    36 min
  • 473 | Spartanism
    Dec 23 2024

    The Minimalists talk about the opposite of hoarding.

    Discussed in this episode:

    What happens when you take downsizing too far? (2:05)

    How do you stop yourself from minimizing excessively? (24:05)

    The Minimalists’ birthday + we were featured on Jeopardy! (36:17)

    Listener tip: One of the most helpful minimalist tools. (41:35)

    Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    45 min