I’ve been a subscriber for several years and have enjoyed nearly all of the episodes that I’ve listened to. However recently there have been a few episodes that have strayed into pseudo-science and dodgy “alternative” medicine (most notably about “grounding” and this week’s episode about electrons curing chronic illnesses). If you stick to the discussions about stuff and clutter you’ll find good advice, but give the medicine a wide berth.

Truly sad to see the way this podcast has gone. Interviews with guests such as Robert Kennedy Junior and Jerry Tennant do nothing but spread misinformation. Shouldn’t be surprising given Josh’s partner’s involvement with wellness grift MLM Healy. The podcast should have stuck with minimalism, but I guess pandering to libertarian conspiracy brings in the subscribers. Shameful and irresponsible.

I’ve been a minimalist for well over 20 years, so way before it was popular- yet I still listen to this show whenever I feel like that consumerist urge appears. Keep on changing lives folks :)

These 2 are fantastic. They have had it all and given it all up to pursue and life of meaning. I fully support what they stand for and have used their “recipe” in my life and the results have been extremely encouraging. Josh and Ryan, please continue with what you do. You are both an asset to humanity.

I’ve been a fan of The Minimalists since watching their original Netflix doc and reading their first book. I’ve followed them over the years and although I don’t feel I’m in need of minimalist help/advice (I’m already there in terms of living a simpler life), I never fail to take away an ‘aha’ or learn something fundamentally helpful and important, every time I listen to them. Even when it’s a subject or guest that I don’t think will be relevant to me, I’m invariably wrong! There’s always a great takeaway and some have been genuinely life changing. Keep at it guys, you are doing the most amazing job and a heartfelt thanks for all the insights over the years, I’m a better person because of you.

The Netflix docu-movies really resonated with me and has really changed how I view my life and all the ‘stuff’ of my life. I am now a minimalist and emptying my life of the heaviness of unnecessary attachments, physical and emotional, is such a lightening joy! This podcast continues the conversation with more depth and breadth and is so interesting and refreshing. Great work guys. God bless you and your families for sharing your gifts with the world! Tessa Fyffe

This podcast has been in my favourites for four years and it is my go to podcast when I am bewildered with the world and want to listen to a good, fun conversation that is authentic, original and aligned with my values.

The Minimalists have a refreshing degree of integrity which is sadly rare in the modern world; it is always heartening to listen to this podcast which never fails to inspire through interesting, thought provoking and worthwhile topics, with a positive, authentic bias which evokes a sense of optimism amid a media which is fuelled by negativity.

Keep on Keeping on you guys. Thank you,

After the death of my mother in law back in 2017 I had a sharp awakening to the fragility of life. This led to a search for what is actually important in life. Turns out it wasn’t buying things or even buying experiences but something more profound. I continue to unwrap what this looks like for me as it’s certainly different for everyone.

What this podcast triggered for me was the ways of enquiring life to understand myself and what a meaningful life looks like for me.

Excellent. Subscribe!

I first discovered TM through the Netflix film and now follow them on Insta and listen to the podcasts, unfortunately not as much as I would like to due to time constraints. Ryan and Joshua have such a relaxed vibe about them, they are genuinely interested in the topics they discuss without being preachy or patronising. They offer practical advice with wisdom behind it - they move minimalism beyond our physical environment and how we can utilise it to change the way we think and live, basically remove all clutter from our lives. I’m so glad I discovered them!

Fantastic positive and life changing. I feel less overwhelmed by life. Thanks to these guys

Keep you grounded, happy and satisfied with life.

This show has developed to be so much more than decluttering, covers a range of topics and doesn’t have adverts.

Their approach to life may seem extreme to some but they actually offer something to everyone. The podcast format works well for them because they get to expand on and demonstrate their vision for a simpler, more meaningful life.

I love this podcast and never miss an episode. The guys are such fun and the content is so well thought out and incisive. I have listened to them since the first documentary ‘Minimalism’ came out and they keep my decluttering journey going. The value they give could never be repaid. Thanks Joshua and Ryan for all that you give 🙏

Really has made a difference as we try to simply life with two small children - very much enjoy!

Been listening to this podcast for quite a few years now and it’s still my go to podcast to listen to. I just find it so relaxing. It can get a bit repetitive after a while, I feel like I know what Josh is going to say before he says it most of the time. And only getting the “minimalist” episodes now, with the “maximalist” episodes only being on patreon is a little frustrating as a long time listener. But I understand the reasoning and I still get a lot of value from what I can listen to.

Has helped me work through how I want to live my life.

I keep hearing what I need to heart, use things and love people, cos the opposite never works.

Iv been listening to you guys since 2018. You have been inspiring from the start & I feel very grateful for all you have shared. My journey is still a working progress and I have learnt so much about Stuff, letting go, gratitude, value. Keep sharing your knowledge. Thank you so much.

Really enjoy this podcast, well produced, intelligent content and no adverts. Cover a variety of interesting topics from the perspective of minimalism.

Excellent, high quality and thought provoking content coupled with interesting banter from the hosts.

I listen every week

Great stuff

Such a good podcast, always something interesting to listen to or a fresh take on things. I keep coming back to these podcasts or I’ll stick the YouTube version on when I want something I listen to.

…not only is there advice practical and achievable but they also walk their own walk. They are not judgy or preachy, just full of the good stuff we all need to hear. I’ve learnt and changed so much. Thanks Guys.

Having discovered the minimalists on Netflix, then reading their books, their podcasts extend or go more in depth on covered subjects or new ones.

I love the introduction of guest speakers, the answering to genuine people questions. Weirdly enough, I look forward to my commute to listen to the insightful podcats! Thank you Joshua and Ryan!

I truly value the minimalists podcast and highly recommend it to you.

Essential listening for a decluttered life

I found this in the Autumn of 2017, and then went back and listened to every one from the start right up to now.

I am less interested in other lifestyle areas they have begun to cover, I gain more from the core minimalism content, but either way they are always interesting.

They want to “add value” and they do just that. After nearly 5yrs, I wanted to say Thank you.

changed my perspective on life and continues to offer various insights. so interesting when they disagree as they explain both views diplomatically. highly recommend.

I get a lot out of this podcast. I would say I'm an instinctive minimalist who was taught to doubt herself by a Mum who became a hoarder out of fear of not having enough, (She grew up during the war years and rationing in the UK). Now living with a family of 3 hoarders, I have to work hard to overcome my own learned fears around letting go and show my family that less stuff equals more peace, it's an uphill battle, but I find your podcast helps me find my centre and renews my confidence in my natural minimalist viewpoint. I don't agree with everything you say but probably around 70% resonates beautifully. Even when I disagree the conversations are always interesting, challenging and inspiring. Happy Birthday Josh!

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A thoroughly worthwhile podcast with no adverts to interrupt the flow.

Has immensely helped me to reduce the stress in my life and focus on the important things.

I love the minimalists!

I am deeply grateful, thank you 🥰

Love these guys and love the mix of content they deliver from longer episodes with guests to short soundbites of wisdom - always something to think on 🙏🏻

Great resource for living a life to the full without it being full of needless clutter, both emotional and physical.

PS happy birthday Joshua!

Ryan and Josh are compulsive listening, you won’t be disappointed by their wise and witty words. Their message is principled yet practical and their delivery is persuasive. And no advertisements is pure joy!

This is such a genuine podcast. Insightful with great guests and incredible clarity. Thank you so much. It is without question a life-changer.

I appreciate the line “all things minimalist” is rather going against that less is better here but stick with me…! Listen to the podcast, watch the films, read the blog and be inspired to live a simpler, less cluttered and more peaceful life. I am very early in my journey having just completed the 30 day challenge and I’m gaining momentum. Big fan.

This has become one of the only podcasts I listen to on a week by week basis. I have been listening for quite a few years now and there is always something new to challenge and enhance my world view, identify and live by my values.

Highly recommend

I have listened to this podcast for a while and it has definitely helped me think before bringing more “stuff” into my life. I do find most episodes are overlong and Ryan and Joshua sometimes come across as being somewhat entitled and pretentious . I can’t bear the expression “ carefully curated” and they use it quite a bit. There is some very useful content though if you are looking to own less stuff. The episode I listened to today was about Grounding. The guest, an expert on the subject, made so many false and ridiculous claims that I began to feel quite angry. He said that women use 95% of pharmaceuticals,that inflammation wasn’t even a word related to health until eighteen years ago (arthritis , bronchitis, colitis,…. If it ends in itis it’s an inflammatory disease) that only domestic animals suffer from cancer. There was no effort made ( at least not before I switched off) to challenge or question any of these statements. We just heard how one of the hosts feels better after he’s been surfing. There is so much false health information around at the moment but I didn’t expect to hear such nonsense on this intelligent podcast, hence my two star review. I do like the the theme tune “ Every Little Thing” by Peter Dorian, it’s the best thing about the show.

Ok I am re-reviewing one year on - I kept listening for a few episodes more, and one year on this is one of my fave listens. I have changed my life for the better using this advice and I continue to learn and grow. If this feels uncomfortable at first, stick with it. It’s changed how I live, love and parent for the better.

I first came across these guys on YouTube when I was looking for decluttering motivation videos because at 40 years old surrounded by so much stuff I had bought over the past 20 years I was wondering why none of it seemed to be making me happy.

Listening to this podcast along with a couple of other YouTubers has actually changed my life. My mindset is so different now & I feel a kind of peace I’ve never known.

Thank you, thank you so much. 🤍

My favourite podcast and a go-to during downtime. Honest and wise words every time. Minimalism has brought me a decluttered home and a calmer life. Ryan and Josh keep me on track, living a life with less inspired by The Minimalists.

I have no recollection of how or where I found The Minimalists but what started as decluttering has become a mindset for me that guides me. Before finding you, family and friends thought I was a bit strange when I thanked them for their kind thoughts but asked them not to buy us gifts as we needed nothing but their time then I found you and it was like the jigsaw was complete and the picture became clear. Keep up the great work and come to the UK.

I’ve been a listener for years, and this show never gets old. I always enjoy the new ideas! Thanks Josh and Ryan (and Sean)

I listen to this podcast every week including the maximal episodes for the interesting conversations, great guests and new perspectives! Definitely worth a listen if you want to simplify your life, not just your house!

I stumbled across the minimalists on Netflix and now I’m hooked on their weekly podcast! It’s so fitting there are no adverts and their values and discussions add so much to peoples lives and give alot to take away. Hopefully they come to the UK soon!!

When I first found the minimalists I went back to the very first podcast and listened to them all. It was at a time where I was struggling to find meaning in my life of abundance and wondering why I still wasn’t happy.

I feel like they shined a light which allowed me to let go of so many things in my life including the guilt that had made me cling onto things that were not only not adding value but were detrimental to my well-being.

They really do practice what they preach as well and although I don’t agree with all of their views I enjoy hearing them and especially the dynamic between Ryan and Joshua as they bounce ideas off each other and answer questions from listeners.

I have noticed recently that Joshua let’s Ryan talk a bit more as he has been a bit prone to excitedly interrupting him in the past .LOL

These guys have also put me onto so many other excellent podcasts and blogs and showed me how to be generous and giving to those less fortunate than ourselves.