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The Minimalists

The Minimalists

By: Joshua Fields Millburn Ryan Nicodemus T.K. Coleman
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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 Philosophy Social Sciences
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  • 492 | Gimme a Hug
    May 26 2025

    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 more!

    Discussed in this episode:

    As self-proclaimed “huggers,” how do The Minimalists avoid overstepping personal-space boundaries with hugs and other forms of physical touch? (2:08)

    Talkaboutable: Hugs alleviate stress and may boost your immune system by 32%. (6:37)

    What role do your five senses play in amplifying your joy or magnifying your discontent? (24:58)

    Right Here, Right Now: Play the 30-Day Minimalism Game. (40:48)

    Listener tip: Embrace boredom and discomfort to live a simple life that is free of unnecessary distractions and overstimulation. (43:55)

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

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    49 mins
  • 491 | The Beauty of Uncertainty
    May 19 2025

    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 to help alleviate my career uncertainty? (2:13)

    How do you know whether it’s time for a change in your life? (25:04)

    Right Here, Right Now: Malabama’s final episode. (36:21)

    Listener tip: Everything you do is an underfulfillment of your potential to someone else. (42:02)

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

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

    Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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    46 mins
  • 490 | Blank Spaces
    May 12 2025

    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)

    Blank space—do you find it terrifying or appealing? (21:21)

    Listener tip: New ways to get rid of your excess clothes and toys. (40:25)

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

    Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcastRecorded at Earthing Studios.

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    46 mins
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Listened to Joshua and TK on the Clutterbug podcast. Just started listening and this is such great brain-food. Thank you!

Wow - I wish I found this sooner!

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I've been a long time listener. I'm not necessarily a minimalist, but the advice and thought discussions are intriguing and make me think how can I apply some principles of Minimalism in portions of my life.

Very thoughtful ideas

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Loving it, look forward to every episode. Thank you keep them coming thank you

love it

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I began listening to this podcast quite a while ago. I always find value and insight in these episodes. if you don't know who the hosts are, you may want to watch the documentary Minimalism first. It will give context. But if you are searching for a way to cope with life's pressures and the rest race/keeping up with the Joneses isn't working for you, give this podcast a listen.

Great Podcast for Those Seeking

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I listened to their most recent episode on politics and I'm just sickened by their privilege and purposeful blindness. They encourage voting third party, not voting, and disentangling from politics.

They are seriously pushing hard the idea that "both sides are the same," that politics doesn't matter, and completely ignore the fact that a million people died from a poor, unscientific COVID response.

Trump has just won a second term, and the fact that the Minimalist think that politics is something you can just opt out of absolutely reeks of privilege.

Please tell Nevaeh Crain, Amber Thurman, Josseli Barnica, and countless others who have died preventable deaths caused by the GOP that politics does not matter.

They say next they'll be talking about "the downsides of democracy" and I honestly have no words.

Sickened by the privilege

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