Best Konmari Podcasts (2025)

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Organising for the Neurodivergent Family with KonMari Consultant, Caroline Thor 28:18

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Send us a text Ever wondered why decluttering feels so mentally freeing? In this illuminating conversation with professional organiser Caroline Thor, we discover how creating order in our physical spaces can transform our mental wellbeing and even our parenting style. Caroline's journey began with a life-changing realisation when her daughter innoc…

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When Rest Isn't Enough: My Health Wake-Up Call 12:55

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right but something still feels wrong? That's exactly where I found myself recently. I was prioritising rest, setting boundaries and practicing all the self-care principles I teach, yet my body was still shutting down. This episode takes you on my unexpected journey from severe exhausti…

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275: Fostering Connection, Independence and Confidence in Our Kids with Nicole Runyon 48:14

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This week on Minimalish, I’m back with my first guest interview in a while – and I couldn’t think of a better way to start the summer! After wrapping up my long-term sub position at the high school, I’m so excited to get back to conversations that help us live a little more intentionally. Today, I’m chatting with Nicole Runyon, a former psychothera…

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The Pope Doesn't Eat Deep Dish with Steve McNamee 1:33:21

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Steve McNamee a musician, an educator, and lapsed Catholic….and Anne’s brother! Tune in as this sibling duo talks Chicago Pope memes, Irish excellence, and what it’s like to have a priest as your Confirmation sponsor. This episode also involves shoutouts to Conan O’Brien, The Simpsons, and several of Anne and Steven’s relatives. Listen in! And then…

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Episode 135: Inverted Triangle 44:02

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Amanda is on a fridge-zero mission, and Brooke is killing it with her morning walks while the weather is agreeable. Amanda then discusses learning how to dress for her body type while Brooke feels a little curmudgeonly about more fashion “rules.” Amanda shares her recipe for a delicious joy-sparker, and Brooke is doing her future self a favor to ke…

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From Overwhelmed to Organized | My 18-Year Decluttering Journey as a Mum (How I went from chasing perfection to creating a calm, clutter-free home that actually works for our family) #164 19:57

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Are you constantly tidying but your home still feels chaotic? Ever feel like everyone else has it together while you’re stuck in the overwhelm? I get it — because that was me too. This episode isn’t a list of tips. It’s the truth about what really changed things. The story of how I went from chasing the idea of being the “perfect mum”… To finally c…

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The Productivity Secret No One Talks About 11:11

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Send us a text Ever feel guilty for taking a break? That nagging voice saying you should be folding laundry instead of closing your eyes for ten minutes? You're not alone. This episode dives into the radical concept that rest isn't laziness, it's an essential component of productivity, especially for busy parents. Drawing from personal experience b…

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[Rerun] Episode 57: Wandering and Wading 40:17

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We're taking a little break! Enjoy this week's rerun and we'll be back soon with new episodes! --------- Amanda and Brooke share an exciting announcement about ways lisheners can support the podcast — with a super fun, good enough-ish twist. They then segue into compiling their summer bucket lists, inspired by a new book from an inspiring writer (w…

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How to Manage Your Time When Life Feels Chaotic – with Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick (Discover how to feel more in control of your week, stop chasing balance, and let go of the guilt for good ... 42:58

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Grab your FREE copy of the 15 Minute Declutter Kickstart HERE Feel like your days are a constant blur of to-dos, clutter, and unmet expectations? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing it wrong. In this episode, I’m joined by Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick to explore what really happens when life feels chaotic and time feels out of you…

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274: 4 Quick Steps to a More Intentional Summer 25:01

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Today I'm bringing you a solo episode with 4 simple and quick steps we can all take to start our summer months with intention and (hopefully) have a more intentional season. I hope you'll even be able to use at least one of these steps and take action on it today. Sponsors: Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for lif…

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Episode 134: The Summertime Hitch Sitch 56:20

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Brooke’s alter ego, BroFo, has made an appearance this week to tackle some hard things (she doesn’t take ish from anyone), and Amanda is killing it with a strong workshop line-up. The ladies then take a look at what is (and isn’t) on their summer bucket lists, and letting go of seasonal expectations that don’t actually serve anyone. Brooke shares a…

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When Stockpiling Turns into Stress - How to Stay Prepared Without Drowning in Clutter. What to do when your ‘just in case’ turns into ‘just too much’ #162 21:53

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Is your pantry full of peace... or panic? Have your ‘just in case’ buys become ‘just too much’? You’re not alone — and this week on The Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast, I’m getting real about something we don’t talk about enough: the hidden stress of stockpiling. We think we’re being practical. We think we’re saving money. But when those “just …

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Decluttering with ADHD: Finding Calm with Megs Crawford 28:34

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Send us a text Ever felt like you're constantly juggling everything but never quite catching up? If traditional organising advice hasn't worked for you, this episode might just change everything. Megs Crawford, professional organizing coach and host of "Organizing an ADHD Brain," joins me to discuss a refreshingly different approach to organisation…

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273: 3 Lessons For Anyone at a Turning Point + Reflections from Going Back to Teaching 30:47

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Today I'm sharing 3 lessons I shared in a letter to my senior students before their graduation. In this episode, I expand on these lessons and reflect a bit on my year back to teaching. Sponsors: Born Shoes: Go to BornShoes.com today for a 15% discount plus free ground shipping on all full-price shoes when you use my promo code, MINIMALISH. Functio…

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Episode 133: Welcoming Chatbooks Founder Vanessa Quigley 57:26

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After some landscaping noise, robot vacuum reflections, and journaling small-talk, Amanda and Brooke welcome their very first guest, Vanessa Quigley, for a good enough-ish interview! Vanessa is the founder of Chatbooks, an idea and now booming tech business that fills a huge “done is better than perfect” need for families whose photos are otherwise…

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How to Stop Doing It All Alone (and Why You Were Never Meant To) The reason so many women are struggling to keep their home tidy! #161 17:26

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Why is it that no one thanks you for emptying the dishwasher… but when someone else does it, it’s seen as a big deal? In this episode, I’m diving into something we don’t talk about enough — the mental load that women carry, especially when it comes to home organization. If you’ve ever wondered why decluttering feels so hard, or why tidying never se…

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Finding Healing Through Organisation: A Personal Story of Overcoming Childhood Trauma 17:02

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Send us a text Trauma and disorganisation often walk hand-in-hand, though we rarely connect these dots in our healing journeys. In this deeply personal episode, I share my experience of childhood sexual abuse and how an unexpected tool (organising my physical space and finances) became instrumental in my recovery process. From ages 8-10, I endured …

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[Rerun] Episode 77: Rainboots, Spackle, and Wine 1:00:03

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We're taking a little break! Enjoy this week's rerun and we'll be back soon with new episodes! --------- Ready to get decked out in Buffalo plaid, Brooke and Amanda are beginning their hibernation season, but preparing to venture out once in a while for fun experiences and performances. Amanda then takes lisheners on her journey of reconsidering th…

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What to do after you declutter something (so it stays that way) - The secret to keeping your home calm without starting over every month) #160 13:07

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Special bonus available until May 27th, only for new members—join Clutter Free Collective today! You Decluttered... Now What? You cleared the pile. You felt the shift. But how do you keep it that way without starting from scratch every month? Sound familiar? You finally find the time to declutter—your kitchen counter, your paperwork, your closet—an…

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Money Mindset for Creative Business Owners with Samantha Eck 27:32

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Send us a text Money talks can feel intimidating, especially when you're juggling the demands of running a business and raising a family. But what if understanding your finances could be as simple as having coffee with a friend who happens to be a numbers whiz? Samantha Eck, the powerhouse behind Firestorm Finance, joins me to demystify business fi…

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272: Declutter with Me: Your Wardrobe + Mindset Shifts about our Clothes (and our bodies) 41:29

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Sponsors: Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/minimalish. Born Shoes: Go to bornshoes.com and use code minimalish to get 15% off your order + free ground shipping. Calm: Get 40% off your Calm premium subscription at calm.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

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132: Hobby Hopping 53:05

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After some delightful updates and deodorant intel from lisheners, Amanda and Brooke realize they have a shared brain block about a super simple 60-second task. They then chat about some hobbies they are interested in devoting time to, and have a few lightbulb moments along the way. Brooke is singing along to a new joy-sparker, and Amanda has anothe…

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How to start decluttering when you’re overwhelmed — one 15-minute step at a time #159 11:58

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Join the 3 Day Paper Reset Challenge! CLICK HERE! Feel like your clutter is shouting at you every time you walk past it? Wondering how to even begin when you're already stretched too thin? If you’re staring down piles of paper, bursting drawers, or random bags of “deal with later” and thinking, I can’t do this right now—I see you. This episode is f…

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Money, Mess and Motherhood: Finding Balance Beyond Organising 32:09

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Send us a text Ever wondered if organised people were just born that way? My journey proves otherwise. Twelve years ago, I was drowning in debt with zero money management skills and a home full of clutter. Today, I manage investments, run a business and maintain a functional home while raising four children. The transformation wasn't overnight, nor…

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Episode 131: With Gratitude 54:58

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Amanda is relieved to have one big annual appointment over with (but decided to spice things up with a new injury for good measure), and Brooke is embracing some great reads and trying on a catchy new nickname for size. The ladies then discuss documenting gratitude and daily successes to shift their everyday mindsets. Amanda shares a related app sh…

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BEST OF Lapsed: Popes 1:51:57

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We were talking about popes before it was cool. Tune in to this throwback episode from Season 1 (!!!) as Anne and Steph discuss the who, when, where, and why of the papacy. RIP Francis (seriously, we were fans). LINKS Anne’s recent story on the The Moth Radio Hour Anne’s upcoming 5/21 LIVE Chicago storytelling event benefiting the work of Sister Di…

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Overwhelmed by paperwork? This is why (and where to begin) #158 12:10

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Join the Paper Reset HERE Why does paper clutter feel so much heavier than it should? It’s just a few envelopes, right? A school form here, a receipt there… so why does it feel like it’s taking over your kitchen counter, your brain, and your sense of calm? If you’ve ever opened a drawer and found a pile of forgotten forms… If you’ve ever panicked b…

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When the Life You Wanted Feels Heavier Than You Expected 27:11

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Send us a text Have you ever achieved something wonderful only to feel guilty about it? That strange, uncomfortable feeling that somehow you don't deserve good things? This episode dives into a powerful conversation I had with a dear friend who, after losing significant weight and undergoing skin removal surgery, felt guilt instead of celebration. …

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271: Decluttering with a full time job, kids, and a busy life - The Konmari Method with Mandy Davis (Minimal-ish Replay) 44:10

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Episode 130: Treasure Trove of Goodness 44:28

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Amanda confesses to a cheesy new addiction, Brooke is jamming out in the aisles of Trader Joe’s, and the ladies are sharing their favorite products, companies, and subscriptions that are making their lives easier during a very busy season. Brooke then shares why a good ol’ rotis chick is sparking joy, and Amanda is doing her future self a favor to …

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How parenting a PDA child taught me a better way to declutter, organize my home, and let go of perfectionism, with guest Casey Ehrlich #157 49:28

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👉 For a bit of extra support grab my free 15-Minute Declutter Kickstart HERE Discover how parenting a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) led me to a new, more realistic approach to decluttering, organizing my home, and letting go of perfectionism — lessons every overwhelmed parent can use. Have you ever felt like you're failing because …

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Welcome to Beyond Organised! 17:15

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you're constantly busy but never productive? Like you're stuck in a hamster wheel, running yourself ragged but never getting anywhere? You're not alone. Mel Schenker, life coach and founder of She's Organised, kicks off the Beyond Organised podcast by sharing her personal journey from chaos to organisation and…

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Balance Isn't Static: It's a Constant Movement 32:36

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Send us a text What if everything you've been taught about balance is wrong? That's the question at the heart of this illuminating episode that challenges our traditional understanding of what balance really means—especially for busy mums. Speaking with refreshing honesty (and admittedly exhausted from the demands of mothering four young children),…

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You Can't Organise Your Way Out of a Mindset Problem 18:17

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered why your organisational systems fall apart no matter how perfect they seem at first? The answer might lie not in your storage solutions or time management apps, but in your mindset. The Vexanova Technique™ I share in this episode provides the missing piece in the organization puzzle. This powerful five-step fra…

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270: Why Minimalism Isn't Working (And What I'm Doing About It) 30:42

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Today I'm bringing you a solo episode where I'm getting very real about why minimalism isn't going as planned in this current season. If you feel a similar struggle, I hope this episode helps you reflect and move forward! Sponsors: Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box and get a free item in every box at hungryroot.com/minimalish with code minimal…

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Episode 129: Spoons From Friends 44:37

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Brooke tells a tale of her simultaneously awful clumsiness and incredible luck, while Amanda shares about a his-and-hers workout routine and controversial Honeybaked Ham. The ladies then recap a night out that created spoons galore. Amanda’s magical vision board is sparking a ton of joy for her, and Brooke is doing her future self a favor by actual…

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Decluttering and Trauma – Why Letting Go Feels Impossible (and How It Can Help You Heal) #156 12:22

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You’ve tried to declutter before. You know what to do. But the moment you start... you freeze. Sound familiar? You’re not lazy. You’re not messy. You’re protecting yourself. In this episode, I’m digging into why clutter can feel impossible to let go of — especially if you’ve experienced trauma. Because it’s not just about mess. It’s about memory. I…

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[Rerun] Dopamine Me 58:32

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We're taking our Spring Break! Enjoy this week's rerun and we'll be back soon with new episodes! --------- Amanda is having fun with meal prep and hopefully not getting scammed by her new tax service, while Brooke is channeling her inner choreographer and committing to her Love is Blind binge watch. The ladies then dive deeper into the concept of a…

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What can living nomadically teach you about your belongings? Lessons from an online entrepreneur who decluttered her storage unit after 12 months on the road #155 22:56

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What if letting go of clutter could give you more than just a tidy home? Have you ever gone on holiday and thought, Why can’t my house feel this calm and clear all the time? In this episode, I’m chatting with Melissa Pruitt—an online entrepreneur who spent a year travelling full-time, taking with her only what could fit in the car she shared with h…

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269: Impactful Mindset Shifts for Minimalism + Easier Decluttering with Dawn Madsen (Minimal-ish Replay) 43:36

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Episode 128: Conditioning our Overthinking Hearts 53:26

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After a (literal?) tornado of a week for Brooke, Amanda reports on an energetic experience that set records in her town. The ladies then discuss how exhausting overthinking can be, and Amanda imparts some wisdom from a new book she’s reading. Brooke is also listening to a new podcast that is sparking lots of joy, and Amanda is doing her future self…

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Decluttering and organizing never works for my family! These 5 shifts will break the clutter cycle for good #154 14:10

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Check out the Clutter Breakthrough Transformation—details below! You know that feeling when you've tidied, organized, maybe even KonMari’d the whole house… and two weeks later, it’s like you never even touched it? Yeah. Me too. And honestly? It’s not your fault. In this week’s episode of Living Clutter Free Forever, I’m calling out the cycle so man…

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How to organize IEPs and autism paperwork to save time and stress Autism-Friendly Home Organization Strategies for Overwhelmed Parents Part 6 #153 13:38

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Is your house full of piles of papers, forms, and reports… but you can never find the one you need when it matters? You're not alone. In this final episode of the mini-series for World Autism Acceptance Month, I’m talking about one of the biggest sources of stress for parents of autistic children — paperwork. From IEPs and school communication to t…