

The Minimalists
Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman
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.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 38min
451 | Other People's Possessions
The Minimalists discuss counting material possessions, decluttering other people's belongings, and introduce their newest team member. They explore redefining wealth beyond material items and the sentimental significance of possessions from loved ones. The episode also includes tips on decluttering contacts on a phone.

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Jul 8, 2024 • 41min
450 | Can't Let Go
The hosts discuss the struggles of letting go of sentimental items, balancing family expectations with personal desires, and the art of giving and receiving with clear boundaries. They also explore breaking free from societal labels and recommendations for cultivating gratitude and joy.

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Jul 1, 2024 • 47min
449 | Searching for Chaos
In this podcast, the hosts discuss why people seek chaos instead of peace. They explore handling chaos caused by others and creating chaos in their own lives. They also mention the upcoming 30-Day Minimalism Game and share a listener tip on hosting a decluttering dinner party.

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Jun 24, 2024 • 50min
448 | Minimal Aging
Colin Wright discusses embracing aging, redefining beauty, and combating age-related insecurities. The conversation explores societal pressures, external validation, and the importance of minimalism in personal growth. They also share a downsizing challenge and highlight the significance of aging authentically.

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Jun 17, 2024 • 41min
447 | Trade-Offs
The podcast explores minimalist trade-offs, pleasures that money can't buy, and the importance of being intentional with money. They discuss how money can buy time not yet spent, but cannot reclaim time that has passed. The hosts also share tips on making decisions based on personal values and life goals.

Jun 10, 2024 • 54min
446 | Spiritual Clutter
The podcast explores the clutter caused by spirituality and religion, discussing decluttering practices. Topics include balancing minimalism with spiritual items, embracing difficulty in spiritual practices, exploring social media religion, and the importance of open-mindedness. Tips on minimalism and a preview of the Patreon episode are also shared.

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Jun 3, 2024 • 53min
445 | Gratitude Clutter
Exploring the fear of being too grateful, turning burdens into blessings, navigating imposter syndrome, and finding true self-worth through simplicity and gratitude. The hosts discuss the pursuit of happiness, the importance of personal values, and upcoming events. Listeners share insights from decluttering sessions and the transformative power of challenges for experiencing true gratitude.

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May 27, 2024 • 49min
444 | The Algorithm
The Minimalists podcast features Jack Conte, Founder of Patreon, discussing the death of the follower, earning a living from creative work, and balancing revenue demands with the joy of creating. They explore ethical promotion, dream careers, audience engagement, and the importance of authenticity in creative pursuits.

May 13, 2024 • 43min
443 | The Presence of Absence
The Minimalists delve into space hoarding, reification, the key to freedom, and generosity. Topics include space ownership, respecting individual choices, selfishness vs. generosity, balancing self-care and giving, and the value of sharing wisdom over possessions.

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May 6, 2024 • 51min
442 | Rental Culture
Lisa Ann, expert in renting various items, discusses the benefits of renting clothes, homes, cars, books, and tools. They delve into owning versus renting, minimalist wardrobe for travel, authentic style choices, and the philosophical aspects of ownership. The conversation highlights the freedom and flexibility renting offers, contrasting it with the burdens of ownership.


