
The Minimalists Podcast
Self Development
The Minimalists are Emmy-nominated Netflix stars and New York Times–bestselling authors Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. Alongside cohost T.K. Coleman, they help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.
Location:
United States
Description:
The Minimalists are Emmy-nominated Netflix stars and New York Times–bestselling authors Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. Alongside cohost T.K. Coleman, they help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.
Language:
English
Episodes
421 | Eco-Friendly Products
12/4/2023
The Minimalists speak with Dr. Zach Bush and Alex Woodard about environmentally friendly products, issues caused by food companies, and more. Watch all 2 hours of episode 421 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I find affordable environmentally friendly products? (02:06)
How can we opt out of the madness of manufactured foods? (27:13)
Are we addicted to water? (49:45)
How can we develop an alternative to retail therapy that isn’t just another form of consumption? (01:08:39)
How can I maintain my home while in a season of healing? (01:16:20)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:01:28:28
420 | Possession Reduction
11/27/2023
The Minimalists speak with Leo Babauta from Zen Habits about bringing meaning to our everyday lives and getting back on track with minimalism. Watch all 2 hours of episode 420 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I bring meaning to my everyday life? (02:33)
How do I get back on track after falling off the minimalism wagon? (16:03)
Are smartphones a minimalist tool or a maximalist device? (30:40)
Is being a minimalist just another form of identity clutter? (37:40)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:47:30
419 | Unhappy Billionaires
11/20/2023
The Minimalists speak with Rey Flemings, “concierge to the 1%,” about the problem with luxury goods, finding happiness in what we already have, and why people care too much about the size of their homes. Watch all 2 hours of episode 419 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I find happiness in what I already have? (02:20)
Why do we obsess over the square footage of our homes? (30:08)
Can luxury goods and high fashion be a form of artistic expression? (43:13)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:58:15
418 | Mind Shift
11/13/2023
The Minimalists speak with Erwin Raphael McManus about the upsides and downsides of changing your mind, finding the motivation to pursue your dreams, and more. Watch all 2 hours of episode 418 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
Why is it difficult for us to change our minds? (02:01)
How can I rekindle the motivation to pursue my dreams? (12:30)
How can I enjoy downtime without needing to be productive? (21:51)
How does this experiment demonstrate why The Minimalists don’t run ads on our podcast? (26:30)
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Duration:00:43:47
417 | Useless Things
11/6/2023
The Minimalists talk about what makes a possession useless and why it’s not your responsibility to manage the material expectations of others. Watch all 2 hours of episode 417 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What can I do with my old school lesson plans? (01:49)
How can I manage my father’s expectations without causing conflict? (11:48)
Why do people pay to keep things in storage lockers? (23:51)
What do The Minimalists’ think about Feng Shui? (34:03)
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Duration:00:40:38
416 | Frustrating Downsides of Minimizing
10/30/2023
The Minimalists talk about the frustrating effects of decluttering, and then they interview Adrienne Jezick from Morozko Forge about the benefits of ice baths. Watch all 2 hours of episode 416 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How does minimalism affect one’s daily routine? (02:50)
What can Morozko Forge founder Adrienne Jezick tell us about the benefits of cold exposure? (13:05)
How do we address the emotional loneliness that comes after indulging in retail therapy? (38:05)
How do we deal with the chaos of too much stuff when we’re our home’s primary caretaker? (47:15)
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Duration:00:53:38
415 | Freebies
10/23/2023
The Minimalists talk about saying no to free stuff. Watch all 3 hours of episode 415 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I say no to all the freebies my employer keeps trying to give me? (02:00)
How can I overcome my all-or-nothing mentality? (13:55)
What can I do to stay out of the stuff rat race? (26:55)
How can I stop holding on to just-in-case items? (44:00)
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Duration:00:51:24
414 | Emotional Baggage
10/16/2023
The Minimalists speak with Dr. Bradley Nelson about identifying and letting go of emotional baggage. Watch all 2 hours of episode 414 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I let go of the idealized mother figure I conceptualized to cope with my childhood trauma? (02:00)
How does The Body Code apply to physical pain? (14:30)
How can we let go of the things that evoke painful emotions for us? (34:18)
How can I eliminate the emotional clutter that stops me from minimizing? (42:13)
Why does our culture seem to discourage stillness as a valid state of being? (47:30)
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Duration:00:59:27
413 | Harm Caused by Decluttering
10/9/2023
The Minimalists talk about the balance between holding on and letting go. Watch all 2 hours of episode 413 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I let go of possessions my daughter doesn’t want me to let go of? (02:39)
Can digital music become clutter? (14:06)
Is each successive generation getting better at decluttering? (25:43)
How can we let go of the belief that we need to be perfect to do something? (32:24)
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Duration:00:41:02
412 | Building a Non-Anxious Life
10/2/2023
The Minimalists speak with psychologist Dr. John Delony about finding peace in difficult times. Watch all 2 hours of episode 412 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I learn to be at peace with myself? (02:27)
How can I get back custody of my children? (12:29)
Why do The Minimalists post to social media? (22:50)
What if peace isn’t our natural state? (29:30)
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Duration:00:38:07
411 | House Full of Junk
9/25/2023
The Minimalists talk about getting rid of things even if you think they won’t add value to others. Watch all 2 hours of episode 411 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What can I do with my items that I think won’t add value to others? (03:18)
How can I opt-out of my workplace’s themed dress-up days? (16:14)
Why do The Minimalists put out so much content? (26:13)
Where can I learn more about minimalist meetup groups? (31:30)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:36:14
410 | Declutter Slowly
9/18/2023
The Minimalists peak talk about clutter as an anxiety crutch and letting go of coupons. Watch all 2 hours of episode 410 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
Can clutter be an anxiety crutch? (02:19)
How can I let go of all the coupons I’m clinging to? (11:54)
Do lower-income folks tend to spend more frivolously than higher-income folks on luxury goods? (26:31)
How can I keep my space minimal but still warm and inviting? (38:51)
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Duration:00:45:38
409 | A Controversial Episode
9/11/2023
The Minimalists peak with YouTuber Destiny about a host of controversial topics, including extreme hoarding, opinions, objective morality, taxation, God, dating, and whether we should discuss controversial topics in the first place. Watch all 3 hours of episode 409 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can we set boundaries with the hoarders in our lives? (02:49)
What’s the point of having controversial debates? (13:34)
Is morality objective or relative? (21:25)
Is taxation theft? (28:58)
Does Destiny have any controversial dating advice? (47:30)
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Duration:01:03:20
408 | Minimize Fat
9/4/2023
The Minimalists speak with Dr. Sean O’Mara about the connection between minimalism and weight loss. Watch all 2 hours of episode 408 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What is the connection between minimalism and weight loss? And how does clinging affect the body? (01:53)
How can I minimize the excess fat around my face and belly? (09:20)
How can I lose my last bit of fat? And how unhealthy would it be to not lose it? (34:50)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:53:38
407 | The Scarcity Problem
8/28/2023
The Minimalists talk about cultivating an abundance mindset and letting go of the residue of the past. Watch all 2 hours of episode 407 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I let go of my scarcity mindset so I can enjoy the fruits of my years of hard work and saving? (02:02)
What should I do with my parents’ ashes? (17:18)
If luxury goods are a scam, what’s the point of making money? (30:22)
Where does the mean voice in my head come from? (41:58)
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Duration:00:50:20
406 | Travel Light
8/21/2023
The Minimalists speak with author and traveler Light Watkins about traveling with less and letting go of distractions while traveling. Watch all 2 hours of episode 406 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I let go of my assumptions, prejudices, and expectations while traveling? (02:20)
How can I pack lightly with two young children? (20:03)
Should I give my kids the choice about what they do with their stuff? (33:09)
How do you manage anxiety that you have despite knowing worrying isn’t necessary? (41:59)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:46:37
405 | Buy Nothing
8/14/2023
The Minimalists talk about the buy nothing movement and the dangers of binary thinking. Watch all 2 hours of episode 405 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What are The Minimalists’ thoughts on the “buy nothing” movement? (02:53)
How can I let go of the items my husband left behind after his death? (18:10)
Why do we feel resistant to making end-of-life plans? (30:22)
How can I help my adult daughter become independent? (37:53)
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Duration:00:47:28
404 | Souvenir Clutter
8/7/2023
The Minimalists talk about avoiding souvenirs, resisting impulse, and minimizing tattoos. Watch all 2 hours of episode 404 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I control the fear of missing out when on vacation? (01:54)
How can I address the fear of the unknown as I contemplate removing my tattoos? (16:25)
How can we resist impulse purchases when presented with the attitude that “life is short, so why not just buy it?” (26:20)
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Duration:00:46:16
403 | Selling Unwanted Clothes
7/31/2023
The Minimalists talk about whether to sell, consign, or donate unwanted clothes, furniture, and art. Watch all 2 hours of episode 403 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What are my options for getting rid of unwanted clothes? (02:20)
Should I get rid of my smartphone? (21:08)
Is minimalism “all or nothing,” or are there areas in my life where I can allow space for more? (32:10)
What is the 30-Day Minimalism Game? (38:36)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:49:09
402 | Social Media Clutter
7/24/2023
The Minimalists talk about social media overwhelm. Watch all 2 hours of episode 402 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do The Minimalists maintain a healthy relationship with social media? (01:53)
How can I avoid the burden of inherited family heirlooms? (17:50)
How can I get more meaningful connections out of social media? (28:30)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Duration:00:38:29