
Maximized Minimalist Podcast
Hosted by Katy Joy Wells · Katy Wells
4.8from 1,157 ratings
- 381
- Episodes
- 141
- Transcribed
- 1,157
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2019
- First episode
About Maximized Minimalist Podcast
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!
- Publisher
- Katy Wells
- Category
- education · health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 24 Apr 2019
- Latest episode
- 4 Nov 2026
Latest episodes
141 of 381 episodes have a transcript.

4 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT
Digital Anhedonia: How Your Phone Is Dimming Your Ability to Feel Good

28 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
ADHD and Executive Function: How to Build Real Independence in Your Kids with Michael McLeod

21 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
Potty Training, Simplified: What to Do and How to Start with Andrea Olson
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Digital Anhedonia: How Your Phone Is Dimming Your Ability to Feel Good
Published 4 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] A 2025 paper published in Perspectives in Public Health specifically called dopamine scrolling a modern public health challenge requiring urgent attention. And the gap between the research and an actual diagnosis means a lot of people are walking around thinking something is wrong. Maybe I'm lazy. […]
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- Michael McLeod
- Andrea Olson
- Nakita Attard-Vassallo
- Kelly Hubbell
- Cas
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- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.8 / 5
- 920 ratings
- Spotify
- 4.8 / 5
- 237 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 69 / 100
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- Quality
- 99
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 0
- Engagement
- 99
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Who hosts Maximized Minimalist Podcast?
Katy Joy Wells host the show. Published by Katy Wells.
How often do new episodes come out?
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