

Maximized Minimalist Podcast
Katy Wells
You’ve decluttered before…so why does the mess keep coming back?
You’ve done the checklists, the bins, the late-night cleanouts—only to find yourself right back where you started.
It’s not your fault. You’ve just never been taught to declutter in a way that actually works long-term.
The Maximized Minimalist is the go-to podcast for women ready to declutter their homes, lighten their mental load, and finally feel in control of their space—and their life.
With over 5 million listens and a spot in the Top 50 global podcasts, host and holistic decluttering expert Katy Wells shares a fresh take on what it really means to clear the clutter—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you’re:
✔️ Drowning in laundry and clutter
✔️ Feeling behind on everything (including your own to-do list)
✔️ Tired of organizing the same space over and over
✔️ Or just craving a calmer, more peaceful home
This show will help you go from overwhelmed to in control—without the pressure to be perfect.
Inside each episode, you’ll get:
✔️Practical strategies you can implement in 10 minutes or less
✔️Mindset shifts to help you let go (even of the sentimental stuff)
✔️Encouragement to quiet the guilt, the “what ifs,” and the mental load
✔️And simple systems to help you keep the progress going
You might be wondering:
“How do I get my family on board?”
“What if I have emotional attachments to everything?”
“Why do I declutter and it still doesn’t feel ‘done’?”
“Can I really simplify when life feels so full?”
These are the exact questions Katy answers every week—with honesty, real-life examples, and step-by-step guidance that actually works for busy families.
Whether you’re deep in clutter or just craving a little more breathing room—you’re in the right place.
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday
🎁 Start simplifying with Katy’s FREE guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter
📲 Learn more at: https://www.katyjoywells.com
Ready, Set, Simplify!
You’ve done the checklists, the bins, the late-night cleanouts—only to find yourself right back where you started.
It’s not your fault. You’ve just never been taught to declutter in a way that actually works long-term.
The Maximized Minimalist is the go-to podcast for women ready to declutter their homes, lighten their mental load, and finally feel in control of their space—and their life.
With over 5 million listens and a spot in the Top 50 global podcasts, host and holistic decluttering expert Katy Wells shares a fresh take on what it really means to clear the clutter—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you’re:
✔️ Drowning in laundry and clutter
✔️ Feeling behind on everything (including your own to-do list)
✔️ Tired of organizing the same space over and over
✔️ Or just craving a calmer, more peaceful home
This show will help you go from overwhelmed to in control—without the pressure to be perfect.
Inside each episode, you’ll get:
✔️Practical strategies you can implement in 10 minutes or less
✔️Mindset shifts to help you let go (even of the sentimental stuff)
✔️Encouragement to quiet the guilt, the “what ifs,” and the mental load
✔️And simple systems to help you keep the progress going
You might be wondering:
“How do I get my family on board?”
“What if I have emotional attachments to everything?”
“Why do I declutter and it still doesn’t feel ‘done’?”
“Can I really simplify when life feels so full?”
These are the exact questions Katy answers every week—with honesty, real-life examples, and step-by-step guidance that actually works for busy families.
Whether you’re deep in clutter or just craving a little more breathing room—you’re in the right place.
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday
🎁 Start simplifying with Katy’s FREE guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter
📲 Learn more at: https://www.katyjoywells.com
Ready, Set, Simplify!
Episodes
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Apr 20, 2022 • 18min
149: Are We Hard-wired to Hoard?
Research shows that relationships and experiences actually bring us MORE pleasure than buying stuff, but many people still struggle to change their consumption habits and declutter their possessions. ...have you ever wondered WHY that is? Or WHY we get a dopamine hit when we buy something new? Tune in to learn why, plus how to shift your habits to help you simplify and further your declutter progress! Get $20 off my upcoming 14-Day Clutter Challenge using code: podast https://home.katyjoywells.com/3JbSwn2

Apr 13, 2022 • 10min
148: #1 Reason For Clutter (It's Not What You Think)
On the surface level, there are many reasons so many of us battle clutter...things like procrastination, scarcity mindset, our value lens and so on... All of these things are important to be aware of and course-correct... BUT, if you've been hanging with me for awhile, you know how much importance I put on getting to the ROOT of clutter. Tune in as I share the #1 reason for clutter which is eye-opening, to say the least! Get $20 off my upcoming 14-Day Challenge using code: podcast https://home.katyjoywells.com/3JbSwn2

Apr 6, 2022 • 27min
147: Time Management Strategies that Actually Work with Megan Sumrell
Tune in as I talk with Megan Sumrell, time management expert for women. You'll learn: - why old-school time-management strategies set us up for failure and leave us exhausted and overwhelmed - how to find hidden pockets of time and make progress toward your goals - her refreshing take on "work-life-balance" and what to focus on instead *Megan's FREE Time Management 5 Day Bootcamp kicks off Monday 4/11: https://bit.ly/3K5iFW7 Her app is: ThePinkBee

Mar 30, 2022 • 22min
146: 16 Ideas to Simplify Your Kitchen
Tune in as I share some helpful ways I've simplified and decluttered our kitchen over the years, enjoy! To join my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge Use code PODCAST for $20 off!

Mar 23, 2022 • 31min
145: Brilliant Home Design DIY Tips with Tasha Agruso
Tune in as I talk with Tasha Agruso from Kaleidoscope Living. Known in the interior design world for her budget-friendly design tips and creative DIY projects, she's got some great ideas for us today! I’m honored to be an expert speaker on Tasha’s upcoming Beautiful Home Beautiful Life Summit along with 24 other guest speakers discussing decluttering, organizing, and designing a home you love! If you want to get a Free Ticket to the online event happening April 5th-7th, 2022 head to: https://home.katyjoywells.com/tasha Enjoy!

Mar 16, 2022 • 38min
144: Get Out of a Style Rut with These Ideas
Tune in as I welcome back, Jeannie Stith, color analysis expert from Your Color Guru. We share: - the easiest way to declutter your wardrobe - ideas to incorporate color into your outfits (especially helpful if you already have your best colors from Jeannie!) - 3 things you need to consider before buying anything new - how to get out of "wardrobe tunnel vision" and wear what you have in new, exciting ways Get 10% off Jeannie's color analysis packages with code: clutterfree https://www.yourcolorguru.com

Mar 9, 2022 • 28min
143: Pursuing a Life with Less Stuff, Mom-of-4 Shares Her Inspiring Story
Tune in as I chat with a student, Naomi, who recently went through my 14-Day Clutter Crusher Challenge and loved her results so much, she offered to share her biggest takeaways with my listeners. To get $20 off my next 14-Day Challenge use this link and type promo code: podcast

Mar 2, 2022 • 36min
142: Getting Kids to Listen Without Nagging or Yelling with Amy McCready
Tune in as I talk with positive parenting expert, Amy McCready. We discuss: - the 2 basic emotional needs every child has and how they impact their behavior - Amy's proven 5-step process for implementing consequences - how your personality can spark misbehavior - how to get kids to listen without nagging, yelling or losing control. *Watch her FREE Get Kids to Listen Webinar *Join her 7-Step Parenting Success System online course: use code: clutterfree for 10% off

Feb 23, 2022 • 12min
141: Easily Triggered By Mess or Clutter? Use My Go-To Tips
Mess and clutter can be so triggering, can't they? Join me as I share my go-to tips and solutions for when this happens. Enjoy! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Feb 16, 2022 • 15min
140: Shocking Clutter Stats That'll Motivate You to Declutter
Tune in as I share shocking clutter statistics and studies that'll surely motivate you to declutter! Enjoy! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge