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The Minimalists

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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The Minimalists - 300 | Compulsive Decluttering
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08/10/21 • 36 min

Joshua and Ryan talk about the perniciousness of compulsive decluttering (aka obsessive-compulsive spartanism) on the occasion of their 300th episode, and they answer the following questions:

What is spartanism? (00:00)

Hoarding, spartanism, ad nauseum—must we diagnose everything? (06:06)

How do we recognize and respect the challenges of others? (06:59)

How could letting go of everything be a bad thing? (11:16)

How do we ensure our decluttering doesn’t trigger other compulsive behaviors; for instance, the compulsion to constantly check our phones for notifications when we’re trying to sell what we decluttered? (11:46)

What is the “art of noticing”? (17:38)

When does minimalism turn into compulsive decluttering or obsessive-compulsive spartanism—what signs do we look for? (19:40)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Support The Minimalists: minimalists.com/support

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The Minimalists - 436 | Simplifying for Newbies
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03/25/24 • 28 min

The Minimalists talk about the process of simplifying for newbies and staying motivated when decluttering gets difficult.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I maintain traction as a new minimalist? (01:25)

How can I keep going on my decluttering journey when I get overwhelmed? (15:45)

Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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The Minimalists - 304 | Toxic Positivity

304 | Toxic Positivity

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09/07/21 • 42 min

Joshua and Ryan talk about the folly of the self-help industry’s focus on exhausting positivity—on trying to convince us that we can out-eat, out-learn, and out-perform our humanness—with author, podcaster, and professor Kate Bowler, and they answer the following questions:

What is the “gospel of hustle”? (00:00)

What are the signs that positivity has become toxic for us as individuals, and what are the signs that our well-intentioned positive vibes are becoming toxic to others? (06:58)

Where did the ‘good vibes only’ orthodoxy originate? (07:21)

Why does complaining seem to encourage camaraderie? (10:03)

What is the problem with the language of positivity? (10:43)

What is “horizon work”? (12:23)

What is “choice poor”? (12:38)

How do we address those that weaponize perspectives, such as toxic positivity, to bully us into accepting and adopting their way of thinking as our own; for example, when people that disapprove of minimalism call minimalists “privileged”? (17:11)

How do you define “elitism”? (21:45)

What is “prudential wisdom”? (23:39)

Where did the notion come from that being positive is the cure for everything, the path for everyone, the solution to whatever life throws at you—what is wrong with embracing sadness, contemplation, grief, anxiety? (31:35)

What is “limited agency”? (33:13)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Support The Minimalists: minimalists.com/support

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The Minimalists - 434 | Breaking Cycles

434 | Breaking Cycles

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03/11/24 • 41 min

The Minimalists speak with Dr. Nicole LePera about breaking cycles and healing relationships. Watch all 2 hours of episode 434 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I let go of the idea of what I thought a relationship should be? (02:23)

How can I cease self-loathing? (18:48)

Why don’t I feel like enough? (33:14)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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The Minimalists - 303 | Recluttering

303 | Recluttering

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08/31/21 • 50 min

Joshua and Ryan talk about how to avoid recluttering our lives with new possessions, burdens, and obligations once we’ve excised our excess, and they answer the following questions:

What is “recluttering”? (00:00)

How do we address recluttering with loved ones and roommates who seem to see our clean spaces as places to dump their stuff that doesn’t have a home? (07:55)

How do we ensure the items we bring back into our homes after decluttering don’t become recluttering? (18:11)

How do I figure out my ‘why’ for recluttering? (32:15)

What’s problematic about having options? (35:02)

How do you define “consumerism”? (35:39)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Support The Minimalists: minimalists.com/support

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The Minimalists - 438 | Streamlined

438 | Streamlined

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04/08/24 • 40 min

The Minimalists discuss the art of streamlining one’s life, letting go of difficult things, how the need for approval keeps people tethered to a lifestyle they don’t want, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I get my husband to let go of just-in-case items? (3:52)

How does my need for approval influence my consumption decisions? (24:17)

What are “Thursday Konversations with T.K. Coleman”? (35:31)

Listener insight: “Sometimes I disagree with The Minimalists, but I still appreciate your perspective.” (38:27)

Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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The Minimalists - 439 | Restraint

439 | Restraint

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04/15/24 • 49 min

The Minimalists talk about the benefits of restraint, the struggles of consumerism for new minimalists, the difficulties of letting go of social media, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

How do I declutter my online-shopping addiction? (1:56)

What factors contributed to The Minimalists leaving social media? (31:04)

Why was I still clinging to my living daughter’s suicide note? (45:04)

Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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The Minimalists - 425 | Behind What We Buy
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01/08/24 • 48 min

The Minimalists speak with Marcus Collins, author of For the Culture, about the pernicious forces of corporate marketing. Watch all 2 hours of episode 425 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I reconcile being a minimalist with my corporate marketing job? (02:15)

Have we become superficial because everyone is trying to sell us something? (30:09)

What do The Minimalists think about “buy nothing” challenges? (40:58)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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The Minimalists - 001 | Declutter

001 | Declutter

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01/03/16 • 137 min

Joshua & Ryan discuss best practices for decluttering, and they attempt to answer the following questions: What is one thing you always thought you wanted, but then, once you got it, you no longer wanted it? How do you gradually declutter your home? How do you explain greed in our society? What do you do with old photos after you scan them? How do you deal with the natural pulling away from friends with different values? When is The Minimalists’ documentary coming out? What charities do The Minimalists support? Do The Minimalists gain any money from their website? Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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The Minimalists - 448 | Minimal Aging

448 | Minimal Aging

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06/24/24 • 49 min

The Minimalists sit down with Colin Wright, author of How to Turn 39: Thoughts About Aging for People of All Ages, to talk about youth, aging, redefining accomplishments, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

What does it mean for young people to embrace the natural aging process? (2:22)

Would your 15-year-old self be impressed by you today? (26:19)

What gift does JFM want for his 43rd birthday? (43:24)

Listener tip: How can you downsize 100 items in one hour? (45:10)

Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Minimalists have?

The Minimalists currently has 644 episodes available.

What topics does The Minimalists cover?

The podcast is about Finances, Minimalism, Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Mental Health, Passion, Growth, Decluttering, Podcasts, Relationships, Philosophy and Health.

What is the most popular episode on The Minimalists?

The episode title '300 | Compulsive Decluttering' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Minimalists?

The average episode length on The Minimalists is 44 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Minimalists released?

Episodes of The Minimalists are typically released every 4 days, 15 hours.

When was the first episode of The Minimalists?

The first episode of The Minimalists was released on Dec 21, 2015.

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