Podcast Episodes

Good Talk

Episode 496

The Minimalists talk about communicating with people who are unwilling to change their minds, the qualities of productive conversation, finding ways to be happy without knowing your purpose, a simple…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

House on Fire

Episode 495

The Minimalists talk about letting go of sadness, replacing possessions after a natural disaster, swapping a smartphone for a dumb phone, understanding the downsides of home ownership, holding on to …

Published on 3 months ago

Half-Dirty Clothes

Episode 494

The Minimalists talk about what to do with half-dirty clothes, setting minimalist boundaries, breaking difficult news to your mom, the role our outfits play in our identities, getting an education ou…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Family Matters

Episode 493

The Minimalists talk about letting go of family clutter, making a distinction between family and friends, surrendering broken things, how to stop being a “yes man,” the link between closet clutter an…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Gimme a Hug

Episode 492

The Minimalists talk about navigating the nuances of human touch, sensory overload, pain, pleasure, unnecessary distractions, storage units, travel, decision fatigue, letting go of old boxes, and mor…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Beauty of Uncertainty

Episode 491

The Minimalists talk about the surprising beauty of uncertainty, and they wish a fond farewell to a beloved team member.

Discussed in this episode:

If I feel stuck at work, what path should I choose …

Published on 4 months ago

Blank Spaces

Episode 490

The Minimalists talk about the fear and joy of creating blank spaces in our lives.

Discussed in this episode:

What if I don’t find anything meaningful on the other side of minimizing my stuff? (2:02)…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Equipment Clutter

Episode 489

Ryan Nicodemus returns to talk about the things that enhance—and the things that get in the way of—enjoying the adventures, experiences, activities, and hobbies that make life more delightful.

Discus…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Nontransactable Goods

Episode 488

The Minimalists are joined by Dr. Orion Taraban to talk about loyalty, respect, grace, love, friendship, forgiveness, desire, honesty, and other nontransactable goods.

Discussed in this episode:

How …

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Frustrations

Episode 487

The Minimalists get brutally honest about the people, places, and things that frustrate the hell out of us.

Discussed in this episode:

What can I do if my sister is so upset with me that she refuses …

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago