The Minimalists podcast

The Minimalists

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.

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.

 

#272

471 | Holiday Anxiety

The Minimalists dive deep into the anxiety that often accompanies the holiday shopping season. Discussed in this episode: How can I stop people from buying unnecessary Christmas gifts that clutter our home? (2:37) What fills your holiday season with anxiety and what do you do to minimize holiday clutter? (20:15) Listener tip: A helpful script for opting out of gift-giving during the holiday season. (42:34) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at <a href= "http://earthing.com/simple">Earthing Studios</a>. ... Read more

Yesterday

46 MINS

46:05

Yesterday


#271

470 | How to Listen

The Minimalists are joined by Judah Smith to talk about building a community, finding wellbeing through connection, how to listen to people you love but disagree with, and more. Discussed in this episode: What should an introvert do if they feel like they don’t need to belong to a so-called community? (2:25) How do you listen to people you love but often disagree with? (9:16) How difficult is it to build a community with people you disagree with? (24:07) Sleep Meditation and Black Friday discussion. (41:03) Listener insight: Using minimalism to get through a difficult divorce. (44:04) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

25 Nov 2024

48 MINS

48:04

25 Nov 2024


#270

469 | Ikigai

The Minimalists discuss the things that give people a sense of purpose. Discussed in this episode: Can minimalism help people find their reason for being? (2:20) What makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning? (16:55) Listener tip: How to use technology without letting it use you. (39:33) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at <a href= "http://earthing.com/simple">Earthing Studios</a>. ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

43 MINS

43:52

18 Nov 2024


#269

468 | Minimalist Tools

Ryan Nicodemus returns to The Minimalists Podcast to discuss minimalist tools. Discussed in this episode: What are the upsides and downsides of artificial intelligence as a minimalist tool? (2:26) What’s your favorite minimalist tool, and how have you used it to live more with less? (22:56) Listener tip: Letting go of the status quo. (42:48) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

47 MINS

47:08

11 Nov 2024


#268

467 | Let Go of Politics

The Minimalists talk about minimizing the division caused by partisan politics. Discussed in this episode: How can we minimize political division when we don't agree with other people? (2:42) What does it mean to let go of partisan politics? (13:23) Does it ever make sense not to vote? (31:28) Listener tip: Minimize stress by reviewing important legal documents. (49:33) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

53 MINS

53:43

04 Nov 2024


#267

466 | Hope for Cynics

The Minimalists speak with Dr. Jamil Zaki from Stanford University about understanding and overcoming hopelessness and cynicism. Discussed in this episode: In what ways does cynicism mimic false hope? (2:24) How do you find hope when you’ve felt hopeless for a long time? (10:08) What are the surprising downsides of hope? (22:00) Listener tip: Overthinking makes people feel hopeless. (30:55) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: [patreon.com/theminimalists] (http://patreon.com/theminimalists) Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

35 MINS

35:46

28 Oct 2024


#266

465 | Control Freaks

The Minimalists talk about why letting go of control is so difficult. Discussed in this episode: What fears are hiding underneath my need to obsessively control everything? (2:18) What's one area in which you have a hard time letting go of control? (22:21) What is the next film that The Minimalists are working on? (40:33) Listener tip: Clutter Counseling really works! (42:10) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: [patreon.com/theminimalists] (http://patreon.com/theminimalists) Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at <a href= "http://earthing.com/simple">Earthing Studios</a>. ... Read more

21 Oct 2024

45 MINS

45:46

21 Oct 2024


#265

464 | Unoptimized Things

The Minimalists speak with Jordan Harbinger about when it makes sense to optimize certain things and when it’s best to throw optimization out the window. Discussed in this episode: What are some fun and creative ways to optimize your life? (2:04) What is one thing in your life that is beautifully inefficient? (20:50) Where can I find the top 30 decluttering rules from The Minimalists? (41:27) Listener tip: How to minimize feminine hygiene products. (42:59) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: [patreon.com/theminimalists] (http://patreon.com/theminimalists) Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

14 Oct 2024

46 MINS

46:58

14 Oct 2024


#264

463 | Minimize Chronic Pain

The Minimalists share three things that help minimize chronic pain, disease, and inflammation. Discussed in this episode: How do I let go of the anger I feel toward my doctors for not helping me with my chronic pain? (1:21) What three things does JFM do to minimize his autoimmune diseases, pain, and inflammation? (9:32) How can I accept my pain without giving up? (41:52) What are the top three insights you would give to anyone suffering from a chronic illness? (46:18) How do you cope with pain? (47:36) What is Clutter Counseling? (50:32) Listener tip: One simple essay each day! (53:04) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: [patreon.com/theminimalists] (http://patreon.com/theminimalists) Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at <a href= "http://earthing.com/simple">Earthing Studios</a>. ... Read more

07 Oct 2024

56 MINS

56:34

07 Oct 2024


#263

462 | Toxic Superfoods

The Minimalists speak with Sally K. Norton, author of Toxic Superfoods, about the supposed health foods that are making us sick and inflamed. As mentioned in the episode, you can read JFM's story about Minimizing Autoimmune Disease, Chronic Pain, and Inflammation here: https://minimalists.com/earthing Discussed in this episode: What is a “toxic superfood” and how are these foods making us sick? (1:45) What are some symptoms that point toward oxalate overload? (5:57) How can we apply minimalism to our diets? (9:01) What processed foods and preservatives do we want to eliminate from our diets? (12:59) What other foods are toxic or problematic? (17:56) When are blood tests a waste of time and money? (25:25) Will an Animal-Based Diet help with chronic pain and brain fog? (28:23) When is a vegan diet helpful and when is it harmful? (31:15) How has Earthing helped Lisa? (35:52) What role does our food play in skin conditions like acne, dandruff, flaky skin, rashes, psoriasis, and eczema? (37:06) What is the gut microbiome’s role in our overall health? (41:11) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at  [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

30 Sep 2024

48 MINS

48:58

30 Sep 2024


#262

461 | Preserving the Past

The Minimalists talk about what it means to preserve the past in a meaningful and dignified way. Discussed in this episode: After I’ve lost someone, how do I let go of their stuff with dignity and honor? (2:09) How do you preserve the memories of lost loved ones? (23:15) How can you simplify everything to get to the end of clutter? (31:26) Listener tip: How to preserve only the best childhood memories. (34:04) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: [patreon.com/theminimalists] (http://patreon.com/theminimalists) Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at <a href= "http://earthing.com/simple">Earthing Studios</a>. ... Read more

23 Sep 2024

36 MINS

36:54

23 Sep 2024


#261

460 | Overthinking

The Minimalists are joined by Amanda Montell, author of The Age of Magical Overthinking, to discuss information overload, thought clutter, and much more. Discussed in this episode: What habits will help me avoid being overwhelmed by information clutter? (2:03) How does overplanning prevent us from executing our plans? (30:42) When does research get in the way of creativity? (32:42) Does too much imagination suppress our intuition? (37:04) In our current age of unlimited information, how has overthinking affected you? (41:05) When is The Minimalists’ next live event? (45:04) Listener tip: How one listener deals with book clutter. (47:22) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: <a href= "http://patreon.com/theminimalists">patreon.com/theminimalists</a> Detailed show notes: <a href= "http://minimalists.com/podcast">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Recorded at  [Earthing Studios] (http://earthing.com/simple) . ... Read more

16 Sep 2024

51 MINS

51:09

16 Sep 2024