The Minimalists

Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, and co-host T.K. Coleman are the Emmy-nominated, New York Times bestselling trio behind The Minimalists, and their weekly podcast is where the philosophy meets everyday life. The show tackles questions about decluttering, consumption, work-life balance, and what it actually means to live with intention — but it avoids the preachy tone that turns a lot of people off from minimalism content. With 130 episodes in the current iteration, a 4.7-star average from over 10,000 ratings, and millions of listeners, the show has a massive following. Episodes usually center around a specific question or dilemma from a listener: should I keep my grandmother's china? How do I simplify when my partner is a maximalist? What do I do about gift-giving obligations? The three hosts debate, disagree, and build on each other's ideas with a chemistry that feels unscripted and genuine. T.K. Coleman in particular brings a philosophical rigor that keeps the show from drifting into lifestyle influencer territory. The episodes are not just about getting rid of stuff. They regularly address emotional attachment, identity, relationships with money, and the cultural pressure to accumulate. If you have ever looked around your home and felt suffocated by everything in it, this podcast gives you both the permission and the framework to do something about it.