Best Easy Swedish Podcasts (2025)

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Sweden’s teen deportation problem ‘extremely easy’ to fix 6:20

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In this week’s episode The Local's Nordic editor Richard Orange interviews the Gothenburg-based immigration lawyer Tomas Fridh. Many of The Local’s readers have been directly affected by a law that has led to the young adult children of permanent residency applicants being forced to leave Sweden unless they’re able to fully provide for themselves. …

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Does One Big Declutter Really Work or What Actually Keeps Your Home Organized? (Decluttering tips for busy moms and families who feel overwhelmed) #179 19:36

1d ago19:36

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Don’t miss my Paper Reset happening October 4–6. It’s your chance to tackle paper clutter with simple steps that stick. JOIN US HERE Have you ever thought, “If I could just blitz my whole house in one go, then I’d finally be done with clutter”? I know that feeling. The dream of a fresh start. The fantasy of a weekend miracle. But here’s the truth: …

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What's in the Swedish right's radical new plan (apart from disenfranchising immigrants)? 24:16

4d ago24:16

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In this week's episode we talk about whether immigrants will soon have to sign a contract promising to follow Swedish norms, and what's in the Swedish right's radical new plan for the next four years if it wins the 2026 election? We also examine reactions to a bumper budget and its impact on voters. For Membership+ subscribers we have updates on th…

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'A big impact': How important is your name when seeking a job in Sweden? 5:54

7d ago5:54

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In this clip from Sweden in Focus Extra, The Local's Nordic editor Richard Orange chats with Moa Bursell, a sociologist from Mälardalen University who specialises in ethnic discrimination on the labour market. Richard caught up with the researcher recently for an article about why some immigrants change their names to sound more Swedish. The immigr…

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Overwhelmed by Clutter? Why Decluttering Feels So Hard (and What Actually Works) #178 17:08

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Sign up for the Paper Reset Challenge happening October 4–6 HERE Do you ever tidy a room… only to watch it fall apart again in no time? Do you feel like your family has a completely different idea of what “organized” even means? You are not broken. You’re overwhelmed. The truth is, clutter and home organization feel impossible when you’re already c…

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Are anti-immigrant attacks in Sweden getting the coverage they deserve? 20:18

11d ago20:18

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In this week's episode we talk about anti-immigrant attacks in Stockholm and why a government minister won’t answer questions in parliament on how much he knew about his son’s involvement, until recently, with an extremist group alleged to be behind the attacks. We’ll also discuss the Swedish language and how the words we use every day gradually cr…

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'I've never even jaywalked in Sweden' 6:27

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In this clip from Sweden in Focus Extra, The Local's Richard Orange talks to Masoud Jamshidian, a solutions architect from Iran who is facing deportation from Sweden as a result of an insurance error made by his employer. 'Like prison for stealing a bag of chips': IT architect faces deportation from Sweden Deportations of this kind are often referr…

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Decluttering Paper for Real Life (Visible piles, hidden papers, and ADHD-friendly tips) #177 17:53

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JOIN THE PAPER RESET CHALLENGE HERE Paper clutter can feel endless. Piles on the counter. Papers shoved in drawers. School forms, bills, receipts… and the constant guilt of not being on top of it all. Does it ever feel like no matter how much you tidy, the paper just comes back? Or like you’re the only one drowning in piles while other families see…

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What's in Sweden's 'absolutely shameless' new budget? 14:32

19d ago14:32

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In this week's episode we talk about Sweden’s expansive new budget and how it’s likely to affect our pockets – and next year’s election. We'll also help hone your Swedish language skills as we explain the subtle but all-important differences between different words for the English ‘put’. For Membership+ subscribers we look at the fallout after Swed…

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BONUS EPISODE: From Overwhelmed to KonMari Consultant – My Story and a Special Listener Invitation (KonMari Consultant Training London 2025) 11:42

21d ago11:42

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👉 CLICK HERE for the exclusive KonMari Training information Use code CLUTTERFREE (all one word, in caps) at checkout to claim your exclusive $300 discount — available only through this podcast. Have you wondered what it would feel like to turn your love of organizing and tidying into something bigger — something that could change not just your home…

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'We have let the Sweden Democrats become our voice on immigration' 7:19

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In this clip from Sweden in Focus Extra, The Local's Richard Orange catches up with Douglas Thor, the head of the Moderate party’s youth wing, to talk about his ideas for combating teen deportations. As we’ve reported quite a bit recently, Sweden is routinely deporting the young adult children of permanent residency applicants if they can’t support…

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Want to Know How to Stop the Paper Piles? Decluttering School Papers and Everyday Paper Clutter Made Easy #176 14:28

22d ago14:28

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Declutter school papers, bills, and everyday clutter with easy reset routines designed for moms, neurodivergent families, and busy households. Is your kitchen counter already buried under school forms, artwork, and unopened mail? Do you feel like no matter how much tidying you do, the paper clutter keeps coming back? You’re not alone. Paper is one …

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Is Sweden's new cultural canon helpful for immigrants? 34:50

26d ago34:50

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In this week's episode, panelists Becky Waterton and Richard Orange tell us how they've recently embellished their Swedish credentials through woodland activities and crayfish parties. In news, we look at how the government is planning to combat high food prices as well as what property prices and the value of the krona are telling us about the sta…

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Moving to Sweden: 'The help I got from Dalarna was mind-blowing' 4:57

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In this clip from Sweden in Focus Extra, host Paul O'Mahony chats with Iain Forbes, a medical professional from the UK who moved to Falun shortly after the 2016 Brexit vote. In the interview Forbes speaks in glowing terms about the integration package offered to him by the Dalarna Region, which included six months of fully paid language instruction…

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Sentimental Clutter and Grief - How to Let Go After a Parent Dies When Swedish Death Cleaning Never Happened #175 41:53

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What happens when you’re suddenly faced with decades of belongings, layers of family history, and every sentimental item your parents never let go of? And how do you even begin to declutter and organize when you’re grieving at the same time? I’ve seen firsthand how overwhelming this can feel. The closets, the papers, the diaries, the hidden surpris…

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Why Swedish universities are refusing to design citizenship tests 22:06

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In this week's episode we talk about the government’s plans for citizenship tests and why universities want nothing to do with creating them. And when does autumn start in Sweden? Have we given up on summer already? Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Becky Waterton and James Savage. Here are links to some of the topics disc…

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How to Manage Clutter and Chaos as a Stepmom Creating Calm in a Blended Family Home (Ideas You Can Use Too) #174 28:47

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Sign up for the FREE live event: The Stepmom Summit What happens when you suddenly go from living alone to managing a busy blended family home? The clutter piles up. The chaos feels endless. And overwhelm can hit hard. I know so many of us—whether we’re stepmoms or not—have felt that same frustration. You want peace, calm, and order in your space. …

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So you moved to Sweden. Are you an immigrant, a foreigner or an expat? 27:05

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In this week's episode we talk about the latest from the trial of Sweden’s former national security chief, Henrik Landerholm, over the negligent handling of classified documents. We also discuss the language used to describe people who weren’t born in Sweden. Are we immigrants, foreigners, expats or something else entirely? Host Paul O'Mahony is jo…

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Cricket in Sweden: how can an immigrant-powered sport attract new players? 15:23

1M ago15:23

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In this week’s episode we look at the past, present and future of cricket in Sweden. With interest soaring in Sweden in recent years, The Local’s James Savage attended an event recently introducing Swedish parliamentarians to the sport. To get a feel for the state of the game in Sweden, James spoke to the event’s organizer, Nagendra Siddoutam from …

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Clutter Distractions, Procrasticleaning, and Mental Load (How to stay focused, boost productivity, and create systems that work at home) #173 26:22

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Do you ever sit down to work… and suddenly find yourself tidying the kitchen instead? Or waste half an hour shuffling through papers, even though you know the real project waiting for you is more important? You’re not alone. Clutter distractions, procrasticleaning, and the invisible mental load are stealing your focus. They drain your energy, slow …

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Why is Sweden deporting young adult children of permanent residents? 18:18

2M ago18:18

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In this week's episode we talk about the resurrection of Northvolt and what new ownership will mean for the bankrupt battery maker. We also ask if the government is likely to do anything to stop the trend of young adults being deported while their working parents are allowed to stay in Sweden. Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panel…

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Why Motivation Doesn’t Help You Declutter (What Works Instead for ADHD, Kids, and a Busy Life) #172 16:40

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Do you ever look around your house and think—why can’t I just get it together? You’ve decluttered before. You’ve read the books. Maybe you even tried KonMari. But no matter how much you want a tidy home… it just doesn’t stick. Is it you? Or is it the system? Let me be real with you—motivation is not the answer. Not when you’re juggling ADHD, kids, …

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Why Sweden’s right-wing parties are bickering over call to freeze trade with Israel 15:02

2M ago15:02

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In this week's episode we talk about Sweden’s return to day-to-day life as the summer holidays wind down. In politics we discuss divisions on the right on how to deal with Israel, and we dig into reactions to news that the Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson uses Chat GPT to test out new ideas. Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panelist …

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How to Set Up Back-to-School Routines That Work for Your Family That Won’t Fall Apart by Week Two (By Involving Your Kids from the Start ) #171 20:09

2M ago20:09

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Grab Your Free 15-Minute Declutter Kickstart Guide Back-to-school season sounds like a fresh start… but why does it feel like complete chaos? Lunchboxes. Lost shoes. Meltdowns by 8am. You spent time organizing, tidying, setting up systems—but it’s already teetering on the edge. What if it didn’t have to fall apart by week two? What if your routines…

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Why are Sweden and Denmark going different ways on work permits 33:10

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In this week's episode we bring in The Local's Denmark editor, Michael Barrett, to talk about why Denmark is liberating its work permit rules at the same time as Sweden is tightening up. And we assess Sweden’s big political experiment: a centre-right government backed by the far-right Sweden Democrats. Three years on, how has it been working? Host …

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Work permit salary thresholds: Does exempted job list mean anything? 18:16

2M ago18:16

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This week's episode of Sweden in Focus Extra for Membership+ subscribers features an interview with Hanna Geurtsen, the Migration Agency official responsible for overseeing a new list of jobs which could be exempted from a future salary threshold for work permits. She tells us how and why the list was put together, what it consists of, and what pra…

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How to Get Organized Without Throwing Everything Away! Realistic routines, decluttering tips for busy moms (and why minimalism isn’t the only path to a peaceful home) #170 20:24

2M ago20:24

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Ever feel like organizing your home means getting rid of everything you love? Like the only way to be “tidy” is to own 7 items and live in a beige box? Yeah... me too. And I’m here to tell you that’s not true. You don’t have to be a minimalist to be organized. If your home is full of books, kids, pets, projects, or personality—you are not disqualif…

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Why Swedes stay home in summer (and it's not for the rain) 22:48

2M ago22:48

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In this week's episode we talk about 'cloudburst-like rain' and what to do if your house is flooded, we talk about why Swedes tend to stay home in the summer, and we talk about what it's like to have a baby in Sweden. Floods How can you protect your Swedish home against downpours? Swedish summer 'On a sunny day, it can't be beat': The best things a…

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Is your Swedish good enough for university? – Quiz 11 10:43

2M ago10:43

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It’s time again to learn some Swedish as our panelists try their hand at the tricky vocabulary section of Högskoleprovet, the Swedish university entrance exam. Host Paul O’Mahony in Stockholm is joined this week from Malmö by The Local's Becky Waterton and Richard Orange. READ ALSO: SWEDISH TEST: Can you pass the vocab part of Sweden's version of t…

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Letting Go of Half-Finished Projects, Clutter Guilt, and Someday Stuff (How to release emotional weight and unfinished organizing tasks using the KonMari Method and 15-minute resets) #169 18:18

2M ago18:18

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Ever feel like your clutter has a backstory? You open a drawer, a cupboard, or that one corner of the bedroom… and there it is again. That unfinished “someday” project. The half-started organizing task. The thing you swore you’d deal with one day… but never quite did. Let’s be honest—it’s not just stuff. It’s stress. It’s guilt. It’s mental clutter…

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Can Sweden's migration minister survive scandal of son's extremist links? 17:15

2M ago17:15

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In this week's episode we talk about revelations that the son of Johan Forssell, Sweden's migration minister, has been active in far-right extremist groups and how the scandal is affecting the government. We also discuss what's behind a recent spate of redundancies in Sweden's games sector, an industry that employs a disproportionately high number …

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The 3 Vacation/Holiday Checklists Every Busy Mum Needs (So You Don’t Come Home to Chaos and Overwhelm) #168 17:08

3M ago17:08

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Going away is meant to be relaxing. So why does it so often feel like everything has to fall apart just to get there? You’re running around trying to remember if the passports are packed… …the fridge is still full of food… …and somehow the suitcase still isn’t zipped. And let’s not even talk about the mess you walk into when you come home. Sound fa…

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Is your Swedish good enough for university? – Quiz 10 14:45

3M ago14:45

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In this week's episode we once again bring you a Swedish language quiz as The Local's journalists answer multiple choice questions from the vocabulary section of Högskoleprovet, the Swedish university entrance exam. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined for the quiz by regular panelists Becky Waterton and Richard Orange. READ ALSO: SWEDISH TEST: Can you pas…

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What to Do When Your Parent Has to Let Go of a Lifetime of Stuff - How to help your parent downsize without overwhelm or guilt #167 24:36

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This one’s personal. And if it hasn’t happened in your family yet—it will. One day, you might be the one helping your parent declutter decades of memories. Not just stuff... but the life they built around it. What do you say when they want to keep everything? How do you stay calm when emotions are high and time is tight? In this episode, I’m talkin…

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Is your Swedish good enough for university? – Quiz 9 15:43

3M ago15:43

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In this week’s episode we bring you a language quiz in which we put The Local’s journalists through their paces with questions from the vocabulary section of Högskoleprovet, the Swedish university entrance exam. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined for the quiz by regular panelists Becky Waterton and Richard Orange. READ ALSO: SWEDISH TEST: Can you pass th…

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When Decluttering Goes Too Far – What a Family Guy episode taught me about minimalism and real life #166 15:05

3M ago15:05

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Ever felt so overwhelmed by the clutter that you just want to throw everything out? I’ve been there. And trust me—so have the women I work with every day. The mental load, the lack of time, the mess that just. won't. quit. It builds up until decluttering turns from something intentional… into a frantic purge. But what if throwing it all away doesn’…

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Almedalen special: Swedish red tape vexes Ukrainians 40:38

3M ago40:38

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In this special episode from the Almedalen political week on Gotland, James Savage talks to former US Ambassador Erik Ramanathan about how much the Trump presidency is really changing the relationship between Sweden and the US. He also has an interview with campaigner Khrystyna Hevchuk about the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees in Sweden. And…

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Why Clutter Raises Cortisol for Women (and How to Create a Calmer Home) The Hidden Cost of Clutter: Why women feel the weight, and what to do about it #165 16:08

3M ago16:08

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Ever feel like you're the only one who sees the mess? Or like you're carrying the weight of your entire family’s home on your shoulders… while everyone else just “helps” when asked? You’re not imagining it. And it’s not just mess — it’s mental load, and it’s affecting your health, your energy, and your peace of mind. In this episode, I dive into th…

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Fit in or stick out? How Sweden changes you 14:02

3M ago14:02

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In this week's episode we talk about the bridge between Denmark and Sweden and how it means a lot more to one of our panelists than the sore feet she got after running across it. We also discuss what foreigners do to fit in in Sweden and why some people push back against assimilation. Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Beck…

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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 21:02

4M ago21:02

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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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Good news at last for work permit holders in Sweden 18:00

4M ago18:00

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In this week's episode we talk about how to make the most of Sweden’s Midsummer celebrations, and we look at big changes to Sweden’s work permit system — including a new rule that could help you stay in the country if you lose your job. For Membership+ subscribers we explore why Swedes are dropping traditional surnames, racism in Swedish nightclubs…

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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 ... 44:03

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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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Sweden's new alcohol law: 'Freedom reform' or flop? 14:26

4M ago14:26

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This week we talk about a new alcohol law that came into force this month and what it means for consumers. And why has a government inquiry proposed banning international adoptions and apologising to adoptees. Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Becky Waterton and Richard Orange. Here are links to some of the topics discusse…

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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 22:57

4M ago22:57

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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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Red cottage nightmares, and is Sweden’s support for Israel crumbling? 18:20

4M ago18:20

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In this week's episode we ask why Swedish politicians are becoming more critical of Israel over the war in Gaza. We also discuss the government's plans to develop new kinds of pre-approved houses to make it easier for people to buy their own homes. Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Becky Waterton and Richard Orange. Here a…

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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 18:31

4M ago18:31

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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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Why Sweden is making it illegal to order OnlyFans sex 22:12

4M ago22:12

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This week we have the latest on the citizenship freeze amid signs of a thaw and we ask: Why has there been so little interest in this story from the Swedish media? We also look at a hotly debated new law criminalising the purchase of sex online. Host Paul O'Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Emma Löfgren and Richard Orange. Here are li…

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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 14:12

4M ago14:12

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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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How Swedish immigration rules fuel 'chronic anxiety' for foreign researchers 18:49

5M ago18:49

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In this week's episode we talk about why Stockholm is at loggerheads with the US Embassy over anti-diversity demands and we examine a scathing new report on how Sweden’s immigration policies are harming foreign researchers. For Membership+ subscribers we look at the ongoing saga of Sweden’s failed attempt to appoint a national security advisor afte…

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How to start decluttering when you’re overwhelmed — one 15-minute step at a time #159 13:03

5M ago13:03

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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…