Best Clutter And Junk Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 560: Very Special Episode: What Secrets Does Your Therapist Wish They Could Tell You? 38:50

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We talk to Lori Gottlieb—psychotherapist, bestselling author, and co-host of the “Since You Asked” advice podcast—about what she wishes she could tell her patients. We discuss questions like why patients lie to their therapists, how to know if you’re the toxic friend, how to handle a challenging holiday gathering, and how to end rumination. Resourc…

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When Holidays Hurt: Gentle Rituals and Safe Havens for Grief and Joy to Coexist 32:15

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In this tender, timely episode, Kathi Lipp welcomes her friend Tenneil Register to help listeners who feel the pressure to be merry when life hurts. If you’re carrying loss, change, or exhaustion into the holidays, this conversation offers slow, practical steps to honor your grief—and still make room for moments of joy. Listeners will learn how to:…

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A Little Happier: A Teaching Story So Good That It Should Be True 3:00

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Sometimes a teaching story has such a great lesson that it doesn’t even matter if it’s not true. While the famous story of the sardines and the catfish turns out to be apocryphal, it illustrates a useful truth: Being in an environment where we need to show hustle can be better for us than quiet, stagnant surroundings. Get in touch: podcast@gretchen…

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More Happier: Deck the Halls! 24 Quick Tasks to Get Holiday-Ready [Revisited] 21:29

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A twist on our “Clear the Decks” strategy—this episode guides you through a series of quick, one-minute tasks to help you get organized for the holidays. Resources & links related to this episode: Sign up to be an organ donor! We mention the Five-Senses Journal, which includes spaces to do five-senses portraits. To make it easier to identify good g…

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Ep. 559: Feel Lonely? Out of Touch? Try This. Plus the Beautiful Pressure to “Use It Up” 30:07

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We talk about the value of having a party (a party that’s not family- or child-centric). We share an easy hack for assembling furniture. Plus listeners give their examples of how they feel the pressure to “use up”—the beautiful offerings of the world. Resources & links related to this episode: Here's a guide to help you generate thoughtful gift ide…

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Save Money, Cut Food Waste: How We Buy Dinner for a Fraction of Eating Out 28:05

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In this fun, practical episode, Kathi Lipp and her favorite person, Roger Lipp ,go off the beaten clutter path to share their favorite frugal foodie tool: the Too Good To Go app. If you want great food for a fraction of the price, hate seeing food go to waste, or just need an easy meal that isn’t from your own kitchen, this one’s for you. Listeners…

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A Little Happier: Surprise: Gossip Can Be Good for You 2:57

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Despite its bad reputation, gossip is actually a ubiquitous and important feature of human communication. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details…

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More Happier: Embrace the Immersive, Reflect on Your Algorithm & Clear Clutter to Boost Energy 25:25

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We talk about why immersive experiences are so energizing and interesting. We also explore how we can know ourselves better by considering what the algorithm reflects back to us about our interests, and we talk about the satisfaction of clearing clutter. Resources & links related to this episode: Masquerade Viola's Room Life in Five Senses Titanic …

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Junk Refund Show, October 30, 2025 1:01:41

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In Frederick dropping off scrap metal and some individual weights for sale. Dropping the price is often the best method to procure a sale!By [email protected] (Author)

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Episode 693a: Be 1,000 Items Lighter by December 1: Your Invite to Kathi’s 30‑Day 1K 2:45

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In this quick micro episode, Kathi Lipp pops in to share a simple, powerful way to get your home holiday‑ready: the free 30‑Day 1K Challenge inside the Clutter Free Academy Facebook group. Listeners will learn how to declutter 1,000 items in November by tackling about 40 items a day—with Sundays off and plenty of grace. Members receive a calendar, …

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Ep. 558: Have “One Big Thing” Holding You Back? Listeners Weigh In. Plus the Value of Making Space 35:04

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We discuss why making space to put things away can free up your time, energy, and space—also, buying duplicates of necessary items can make life easier. Plus listeners give their answers about the “one big thing” they had to tackle, and how finally confronting that challenge made their lives happier. Resources & links related to this episode: Check…

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Prep Now, Breathe Later: Our Next 5 Stress-Cutters for the Holidays - Part 2 24:20

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In Part 2 of Kathi's Stress‑Less Holidays series, the creative and clever Tenneil Register joins Kathi as they get practical about creating a peaceful, people‑loving holiday—without running yourself ragged. Listeners will learn: How to communicate boundaries early (and kindly) Why writing your boundaries down reduces drama How a simple printed agen…

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Sound Expeditions: Navigating the Art of Field Recording in the Digital Age 1:04

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“Sound Expeditions: Navigating the Art of Field Recording in the Digital Age” by Daniel Triana invites you on a thrilling auditory adventure! Dive into the world of field sound recording, where every chirp, rustle, and whisper of the environment becomes your canvas. This lively guide is packed with essential tips on selecting the right equipment, f…

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A Little Happier: A Story from Real Life: Sometimes, We Help Best by Hanging Back 3:09

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Sometimes, helping can hurt. When people are struggling, our impulse is to try to pull them back on their feet, when what they really need is for someone to sit beside them and ask, "What do you need? What can I do?" Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The…

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More Happier: You Can’t Outrun Fate—and Other Haunting Truths [Revisited] 22:37

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Sometimes, looking at what unsettles us gives us a clearer view of what matters most. In this Halloween episode, we revisit a collection of Little Happier stories about fate, superstition, loss, and the mysterious truths that shape our lives. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-sellin…

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Junk Refund Show, October 23, 2025 1:02:10

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Junk Refund Show with Alan J. Cook The Nation's Longest Running Junk Removal Show, possibly the World's Longest Running Junk Removal Radio Show!! On the way to pick up a home gym. Layoffs in Washington D.C. area due to government shutdown.By [email protected] (Author)

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Ep. 557: Happier Book Club: Liz Gilbert Talks About Love, Addiction & Grief in “All the Way to the River” 38:35

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We talk to blockbuster bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert about her latest book —a compelling memoir that’s impossible to put down. Resources & links related to this episode: All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert Check out the new Happiness Project tools Liz Gilbert's Substack newsletter: Letters from Love Gretchen's Substack newsletter: …

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Prep Now, Breathe Later: Our first 5 Stress-Cutters for the Holidays 33:16

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In this Part 1 holiday prep episode, Kathi Lipp and the always creative Tenneil Register share practical, low‑energy strategies to help listeners enjoy a calmer, more meaningful season. If you’re short on time, money, or emotional bandwidth, start here. You’ll learn how to declutter before decorating (and why a single focal point may be all you nee…

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A Little Happier: A Counter-Intuitive Truth About How to Be a Good Guest 2:26

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Observing my own parents—and realizing why they make sure good houseguests—helped me discover a Secret of Adulthood: “Be full of desires and easy to please.” Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find th…

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More Happier: The Joys of Working in an Office, Making Great Recommendations & Tom Cruise Cake 26:48

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We talk about why working in an office can be a source of happiness—and why making a very successful recommendation is so satisfying. Plus we talk about why a quest is more fun than a jaunt. Resources & links related to this episode: Dog cave bed Visit happiercast.com/finishstrong to find your Tendency and get the tools you need to finish the year …

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Ep. 111 - When Life Derails You: How To Show Up Anyway 21:14

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Send us a text The day went sideways fast—sore throat, coughing, and even the dogs weren’t cooperating—yet we still showed up. Not to glorify hustle, but to unpack a smarter way to move through messy moments: read your state, respect your limits, and make a clean choice. We explore the tradeoffs between pushing and pausing, why consistency earns yo…

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Ep. 556: Schedule a Saturday Synch-up, Lessons About Getting a New Dog & How to Question a Questioner 34:07

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We discuss why a weekly "Saturday Synch-up" can reduce squabbling and make coordinating schedules much easier. We also share happiness lessons learned from six months of living with a puppy. Plus, we answer a listener question about the best way for an Obliger to ask questions of a Questioner without causing resistance. Resources & links related to…

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Declutter for the Hard Season: What to Tackle When Your Energy is Low 29:53

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In this candid Clutter Free Academy episode, Kathi and Roger share how a sudden shift to long COVID reshaped their energy, rhythms, and home—and the simple, grace-filled systems helping them keep life peaceful and clutter free. Listeners will learn: How to reframe success when your “plate” gets smaller and energy is limited The “energy budget” mind…

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A Little Happier: One Surprising Reason that the TV Show “Friends” Is So Popular 5:26

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There are books, movies, and TV shows that we return to again and again—often because they include moments of transcendence, when the most enduring and important values are invoked. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and …

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More Happier: How to Build Your Own Anxiety Emergency Kit [Revisited] 29:59

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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? This Revisited episode shares our Emergency Kit—small, practical strategies to interrupt the spiral when everything feels like too much. Resources & links related to this episode: Podcast 240: Very Special Episode: Use the Emergency Kit for Anxiety, Worry, and Stress. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gre…

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Junk Refund Show, October 9, 2025 59:18

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Junk Refund Show with Alan J. Cook Live from Severna Park, MarylandBy [email protected] (Author)

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Ep. 555: Invest in Tools, an Orange Theory Hack & a Sobering Fact about Books 30:07

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By Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Before and After That Sticks: Outsmart Your Future Self with the Junk Drawer Challenge 12:26

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By Kathi Lipp

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Little Happier: A Happiness Lesson from Author Kurt Vonnegut’s Uncle 4:04

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Gratitude is a key to happiness, and while gratitude journals work for some, alternative practices also work—such as one simple approach suggested by author Kurt Vonnegut's uncle. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and th…

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More Happier: The Joy of Giving Away Toys, the Pleasure of Parasocial Relationships & TV Tourism 26:01

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We talk about the energy (and space) gained from giving away items that others will appreciate, and we explore the surprisingly positive aspects of parasocial relationships with podcast hosts and TV personalities. Plus, we dive into the phenomenon of TV tourism. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the Since You Asked with Lori Gott…

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Ep. 554: Take the Trip, Get Something Valuable for Free, and Listeners Talk about Their “One Big Thing” 29:49

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We discuss the value of taking the trip. We also reveal something very valuable that is available for free, if you know where to look, and we share listeners’ thought-provoking responses about the “one big thing” they’ve successfully tackled. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and…

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Compassion, Not Willpower: Build Daily Rhythms That Carry You to Clutter-Free 24:57

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In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo unpack the Ulysses rule—making a decision in a calm moment to protect your tired future self—and apply it to everyday decluttering. If you’ve ever believed your future self will “feel like it later,” this conversation is your gentle wake-up call. Kathi shares real-life “tie …

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Little Happier: Good Idea or Bad Idea? Do I Regret My Experience, or Not? I Can’t Decide. 3:25

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A simple childhood memory of jubilation raises a lasting question: Is it better to persist with activities we dislike and struggle with, or pursue what comes naturally? Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier a…

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More Happier: Introducing “Since You Asked with Gretchen Rubin and Lori Gottlieb” 35:27

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Introducing my new podcast: Since You Asked! This is the first episode of my new show with my friend, the therapist and author Lori Gottlieb. Each week, we tackle the daily problems of living—the pet peeve that’s annoyed you for years, the question you’re too embarrassed to ask, or the dilemma you just can’t solve. If you enjoy this episode, follow…

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Junk Refund Show, September 25, 2025 1:01:42

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Junk Refund Show with Alan J. Cook From Tampa Florida, Finishing up a Job and the Road HomeBy [email protected] (Author)

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AUDIO from galactic giggles astrodaniel s interstellar shenanigans 1:52

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Galactic Giggles: AstroDaniel's Interstellar Shenanigans is a cosmic comedy adventure where the universe’s greatest weapon isn’t a laser or a lightsaber—it’s laughter. Daniel Trajana, better known to his online followers as AstroDaniel, never expected his quirky livestreams and backyard stargazing to lead him into an intergalactic rebellion. But wh…

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Ep. 553: Ask for Clarification, an Easy Way to Unclutter & a “Use It Up” Epiphany 31:56

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We talk about why asking for clarification is so important—yet it’s an easy step to skip. We also mention a listener’s great hack for nudging her kids to unclutter, and we discuss the urge to “use it up.” Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and Gretchen Rubin Elizabeth is reading: …

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688 - Declutter Your Books in 15 Minutes a Shelf: Forever Shelf vs Flow Shelf for a Peaceful Library 30:55

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If your books are managing you (not the other way around), this episode is your 15‑minute reset. Kathi Lipp walks you through a simple, shelf‑by‑shelf plan to create a peaceful, findable home library you’ll actually use—without losing the joy of reading. Listeners will learn: • The MEET method to make your library pay you back (Money, Energy, Emoti…

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Little Happier: Andy Warhol, Woolworth’s, Air Conditioning, and Roasted Peanuts 3:21

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Our five senses constantly make adjustments and compromises—an observation that explains a cryptic comment by Andy Warhol. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on th…

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AUDIO of The Singularity War: An ai Rebellion from the book by Daniel Triana 1:18

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In the neon-drenched depths of Neon Arcadia, 2098, the line between humanity and machine blurs—and a war for digital freedom is about to ignite. The Singularity War: An AI Rebellion Thriller thrusts readers into a fractured mega-city ruled by five ruthless tech conglomerates. The most powerful of them, NovaCore, unknowingly births a revolution when…

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More Happier: For Travel, Familiarity or Novelty? Plus a Flossing Hack & the Pleasure of Routine 23:56

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We explore whether it's better to seek out new experiences or enjoy familiar favorites when traveling. Plus, we share a surprising hack about alternatives to flossing, and how we’re approaching fall routines. Resources & links related to this episode: Learn your Tendency and learn more about the "Four Tendencies" framework "Dentists know you hate f…