Maximized Minimalist Podcast
Katy Wells
You've decluttered before…so why does the mess keep coming back?
You've done the checklists, the bins, the late-night cleanouts—only to find yourself right back where you started.
It's not your fault. You've just never been taught to declutter in a way that actually works long-term.
The Maximized Minimalist is the go-to podcast for women ready to declutter their homes, lighten their mental load, and finally feel in control of their space—and their life.
With over 5 million listens and a spot in the Top 50 global podcasts, host and holistic decluttering expert Katy Wells shares a fresh take on what it really means to clear the clutter—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you're:
✔️ Drowning in laundry and clutter
✔️ Feeling behind on everything (including your own to-do list)
✔️ Tired of organizing the same space over and over
✔️ Or just craving a calmer, more peaceful home
This show will help you go from overwhelmed to in control—without the pressure to be perfect.
Inside each episode, you'll get:
✔️Practical strategies you can implement in 10 minutes or less
✔️Mindset shifts to help you let go (even of the sentimental stuff)
✔️Encouragement to quiet the guilt, the "what ifs," and the mental load
✔️And simple systems to help you keep the progress going
You might be wondering:
"How do I get my family on board?"
"What if I have emotional attachments to everything?"
"Why do I declutter and it still doesn't feel 'done'?"
"Can I really simplify when life feels so full?"
These are the exact questions Katy answers every week—with honesty, real-life examples, and step-by-step guidance that actually works for busy families.
Whether you're deep in clutter or just craving a little more breathing room—you're in the right place.
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday
🎁 Start simplifying with Katy's FREE guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter
📲 Learn more at: https://www.katyjoywells.com
Ready, Set, Simplify!
You've done the checklists, the bins, the late-night cleanouts—only to find yourself right back where you started.
It's not your fault. You've just never been taught to declutter in a way that actually works long-term.
The Maximized Minimalist is the go-to podcast for women ready to declutter their homes, lighten their mental load, and finally feel in control of their space—and their life.
With over 5 million listens and a spot in the Top 50 global podcasts, host and holistic decluttering expert Katy Wells shares a fresh take on what it really means to clear the clutter—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you're:
✔️ Drowning in laundry and clutter
✔️ Feeling behind on everything (including your own to-do list)
✔️ Tired of organizing the same space over and over
✔️ Or just craving a calmer, more peaceful home
This show will help you go from overwhelmed to in control—without the pressure to be perfect.
Inside each episode, you'll get:
✔️Practical strategies you can implement in 10 minutes or less
✔️Mindset shifts to help you let go (even of the sentimental stuff)
✔️Encouragement to quiet the guilt, the "what ifs," and the mental load
✔️And simple systems to help you keep the progress going
You might be wondering:
"How do I get my family on board?"
"What if I have emotional attachments to everything?"
"Why do I declutter and it still doesn't feel 'done'?"
"Can I really simplify when life feels so full?"
These are the exact questions Katy answers every week—with honesty, real-life examples, and step-by-step guidance that actually works for busy families.
Whether you're deep in clutter or just craving a little more breathing room—you're in the right place.
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday
🎁 Start simplifying with Katy's FREE guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter
📲 Learn more at: https://www.katyjoywells.com
Ready, Set, Simplify!
Episodes
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Oct 20, 2021 • 15min
126: Struggle Being Content? Then Try This
Do you find yourself always looking for things in your life/home to update, improve, buy, or do you "chase the shiny objects"? Because owning less is great but if we can never learn to be content with what we have we will continually reach for the next "best" thing. Think of it this way... Contentment is a muscle that you need to "flex" more this time of year - so that your home and mind stay clutter-free. Tune in as I share 3 ways to UP your contentment this holiday season and beyond! To join my next Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge
Oct 13, 2021 • 37min
125: Minimalism Vs. Prepping - Can You Do Both?
Tune in as I talk with my husband, Andrew, about how we balance our uncluttered home AND are prepared for basic emergency situations. Enjoy! To join my LAST clutter challenge of 2021: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To enroll in my toy clutter course: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse
Oct 6, 2021 • 13min
124: What You Need to Understand After Experiencing Resource Scarcity
Tune in as I discuss where do we draw the line between being "prepared" for potential emergency situations and accidentally hanging onto clutter? Plus, the biggest side effect of having experienced resource scarcity and how that can impact your home. To grab my podcast action guide for FREE: https://www.katyjoywells.com/podcast To sign up for my next Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge For my Ultimate Solution to Conquer Toy Clutter: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse
Sep 29, 2021 • 18min
123: Stuck in Clutter? You Need to Do This ASAP
Tune in as I discuss one of the MOST important things you need to change if you want to grow into the person you were meant to be and simplify your life. To grab my FREE action guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/podcast To join my next Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge For my Ultimate Toy Clutter Solution: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse
Sep 22, 2021 • 21min
122: 5 Eco-Friendly Decluttering Tips
Want to declutter but don't know how to in an eco-friendly way? Listen and learn the 5 eco-friendly declutter tips I live by! To get your colors analyzed with Jeannie from Your Color Guru: https://bit.ly/393mZUW To join my next 14-Day Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To get $10 Off Your First Purchase with Poshmark use code: WITTKATY
Sep 15, 2021 • 17min
121: My #1 Productivity Tip (And How I Get Things Done)
In 2019, I realized the answer to me being more productive wasn't found in the newest "productivity hack", waking up at 4 a.m., or using a bullet journal. Sure, all those things can be helpful but they never got me the outcome I wanted. So...wanna know my secret to "productivity"? It's simple. My ability to get stuff done isn't that I'm doing more than everyone else (I'm not), it's my ability to IGNORE. Tune in as I expand more on the concept of being able to ignore all the noise in the world and why you need to, as well! To grab my action guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/podcast To enroll in my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To conquer toy clutter: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse
Sep 15, 2021 • 17min
121: My #1 Productivity Tip (And How I Get Things Done)
In 2019, I realized the answer to me being more productive wasn't found in the newest "productivity hack", waking up at 4 a.m., or using a bullet journal. Sure, all those things can be helpful but they never got me the outcome I wanted. So...wanna know my secret to "productivity"? It's simple. My ability to get stuff done isn't that I'm doing more than everyone else (I'm not), it's my ability to IGNORE. Tune in as I expand more on the concept of being able to ignore all the noise in the world and why you need to, as well! To grab my action guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/podcast To enroll in my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To conquer toy clutter: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse
Sep 8, 2021 • 43min
120: Major Money Mistakes Most People Make
Tune in as I welcome back Brie Sodano, financial advisor, and my go-to money expert. We discuss the top money mistakes most people make and her go-to solutions to solve them so that you can create the life you want. To learn more about her course: https://bit.ly/38w509k To sign up for my podcast action guides: https://www.katyjoywells.com/podcast To join my next challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge
Sep 1, 2021 • 21min
119: Four Brilliant Ideas to Get Your Family To Put Stuff Where It Belongs
This episode is all about ways to empower your partner and children of any age to start taking care of their own stuff and make keeping the home clean a Team effort instead of Mom-Will-Take-Care-Of-It Party of 1. Enjoy! To grab the FREE Action Guide OR to get your All-Access Pass: https://www.katyjoywells.com/podcast To grab my toy clutter course: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse To sign up for my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge
Aug 25, 2021 • 22min
118: Why I Don't Strive For Balance (And What I Do Instead)
Tune in as I share why I no longer strive for "balance" in my life and what I opt for instead. Enjoy! To join my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/email-clutter-crusher-challenge To cure toy clutter: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse
