Authenticity and Minimalism: Letting Go, Living Better, Connecting More

Oct 23, 2025

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In this episode, host Kevin Tumlinson goes deep on the theme of being real and authentic—both in writing and life. Kevin shares his personal journey of downsizing, embracing minimalism, and letting go of unnecessary “stuff.” He talks about optimizing work with streamlined tech, the value of authentic connections, and what Gen Z is seeking in media. Plus, there’s a frank discussion of how authentic experiences and meaningful relationships can be cultivated in today’s world—and why Kevin believes it’s time to focus on what truly edifies us.

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🔑 Important Topics & Timestamps:

[00:00:00] – Introduction & authenticity[00:00:30] – Downsizing & minimalism journey[00:04:08] – Pricing possessions, sunk cost fallacy[00:06:29] – Tech talk: Using iPad for everything[00:11:53] – What Gen Z wants: Real, authentic media[00:13:10] – The experience of podcasting & listener connection[00:17:54] – Discoverability & authentic marketing[00:20:19] – Complaining vs. changing & positive reviews[00:24:23] – “Did Not Finish”: Navigating negative feedback[00:25:12] – Experiences vs. stuff: Minimalism & edification[00:31:19] – Experiences over ownership[00:33:07] – Upcoming interviews & events

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