The Minimalists

Latest Episodes:

489 | Equipment Clutter May 05, 2025

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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.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I enjoy my adventures and hobbies without getting overwhelmed by the accessories and equipment that accompany those experiences? (2:33)

What activities bring you joy, and what material things are an essential part of those activities? (21:40)

Listener tip: Minimize the noise and opinions to uncover a quieter life. (44:22)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

488 | Nontransactable Goods Apr 28, 2025

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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 can I stop clinging to the good relationship memories from the past if they make me feel miserable now? (2:35)

When is loyalty no longer worth it? (23:52)

Listener tip: Sensory sensitivity is linked to overstimulation. (55:41)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

487 | Frustrations Apr 14, 2025

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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 to communicate? (2:17)

What frustrating expectations do your family, friends, or coworkers have of you? (18:28)

Listener tip: Considerately letting go of kids' clothes and toys. (41:33)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

486 | Hedonism Apr 07, 2025

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The Minimalists talk about why the pursuit of pleasure leads to hedonism, and they answer questions about self-indulgence, pleasure-seeking, self-gratification, self-restraint, immoderation, overindulgence, extravagance, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

What pleasures are likely to get in the way of living a meaningful life? (2:14)

What nonessentials do you overindulge in? (29:51)

Listener tip: Letting go of worries, saying no to others, and minimizing online shopping. (49:13)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

485 | Small Things Mar 31, 2025

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The Minimalists talk about the small things that feel like a big deal to let go of.

Discussed in this episode:

Do I count my straws, screws, and old paperwork separately when playing the 30-Day Minimalism Game? (2:07)

What small things turn into big problems? (18:09)

Listener tip: Preserving the memories of loved ones after they're gone. (44:21)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

484 | Conflict Frequencies Mar 24, 2025

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The Minimalists are joined by Erwin Raphael McManus to talk about the most effective ways to handle conflict with friends, family, and loved ones.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I respectfully convince my father to get rid of the tools he doesn't use? (2:45)

What's the hardest thing about being honest? (25:02)

Listener tip: Clarifying outer and inner expectations. (47:55)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

483 | The Renunciation Mar 17, 2025

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The Minimalists talk about the difference between minimalism and renunciation, and they explore the unforeseen downsides of renouncing things.

Discussed in this episode:

What's the best way to avoid purchasing things that will soon be junk? (2:48)

What topping should never go on pizza? (23:03)

Listener tip: Make your phone more boring to make it more useful. (43:14)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

482 | Lights On Mar 10, 2025

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The Minimalists are joined by Annaka Harris to talk about the unknown corners of consciousness and the cosmos.

Discussed in this episode:

How does detachment relate to awareness? (2:20)

What takes you out of the present moment? (20:02)

Right Here, Right Now: Two exciting updates from The Minimalists! (45:14)

Listener tip: How to normalize saying 'I don't know.' (47:45)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

481 | Cabinet Clutter Mar 03, 2025

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For the finale of their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Kristen Ziegler to talk about decluttering the excess stuff that's lurking in your cabinets, drawers, and other hiding spaces in your kitchen and throughout the rest of your home.

Discussed in this episode:

What can I do with all of the occasionally used appliances that take up a lot of space in our kitchen cabinets? (2:56)

What's hiding in your cabinets? (18:00)

Minimalist House Tour 101. (47:49)

Listener tip: Ending the buy-declutter-buy-more cycle. (48:59)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

480 | Bedroom Clutter Feb 24, 2025

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For the fourth episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Cas Aarssen to talk about the bedroom clutter that gets in the way of peace and intimacy.

Discussed in this episode:

What can I do to minimize the clutter that keeps building on my nightstand? (2:30)

What's your personal definition of bedroom clutter and what's one thing that doesn't belong in the bedroom? (19:11)

Listener tip: A healthy way to effectively manage OCD. (39:41)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.