The JJs Declutter Podcast
The big question is this: How can we stop procrastinating, take control of clutter in a way that really sticks, and avoid feeling overwhelmed along the way? We created The JJs Declutter Podcast because, as professional decluttering coaches, we know that organizing your home doesn’t have to be an endless, stressful chore. Our mission is to share practical, real-world solutions that make keeping your spaces tidy a whole lot easier. And yes, we sprinkle in some humor too! Each episode is designed to inspire, give you quick wins, and help you build a clutter-free lifestyle, so your home can fe...
Ep 22 ~ Magazine Moments ~ Judgy Pants!
🎙️ Episode 22: Magazine Moments – Judgy Pants
When picture-perfect organizing advice gets real pushy, Julie & Janis push back.
💡 Episode Summary:
In this laugh-out-loud episode, Julie & Janis don their sassiest slippers and strut straight into a pile of pushy organizing articles—yes, the kind that give you “5 steps to perfection” but leave you with 5 new piles of guilt. They break down a real article with 9 supposed “secrets” to decluttering and point out the shamey, judgy language that trips up real people with real lives.
Whether you’ve ever been told you “just need to be disciplined”...
Epi 21 ~ Spring Cleaning Finishing Touches
🎧 The JJs Declutter Podcast – Episode 21: Spring Cleaning Finishing Touches
🔗 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QhqIg2Bmh3A
Episode Title: Spring Cleaning Wrap-Up & Outdoor Prep
Theme: Put the finishing touches on your clean and welcoming home.
Description:
In this energizing wrap-up to our spring cleaning series, Julie and Janis bring you all the finishing touches that make your home feel fresh, inviting, and truly ready for spring! In Episode 21 of The JJs Declutter Podcast, we’re going beyond the basics to h...
Epi 20- Spring Cleaning Functional Zones: Entryways, Kitchens & Under Sinks
🎙️ JJs Declutter Podcast – Episode 20
Title: Spring Cleaning Functional Zones: Entryways, Kitchens & Under Sinks
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/87l27doiBnY
🧼 Episode Summary:
Ready to spring clean with purpose? In Episode 20 of the JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis guide you through a functional zone refresh that will help you transform your entryways, kitchen, and under-sink areas into organized, efficient spaces. No overwhelm—just practical, do-able steps to help you declutter, clean, and refresh for the season.
🧹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
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Epi 19 ~ Spring Cleaning ~ Cozy Spaces Reset
Spring Cleaning – Cozy Spaces Reset
JJs Declutter Podcast 🎙️ | Hosted by Julie & Janis
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Episode Summary
Spring is the perfect time for a Cozy Spaces Reset! In this episode, Julie and Janis guide you through three key areas to refresh your home and mind:
✔️ Flip & Freshen Your Mattress – Extend its life and improve sleep quality
✔️ Scrub Your Bathroom – Top to Bottom – Create a spa-like sanctuary
✔️ Purge the Paper Piles – Say goodbye to clutter and hello to organi...
Ep 18 ~ Spring Cleaning – Windows & Dusting High and Low
Episode 18: Spring Cleaning – Windows & Dusting High and Low
🎙 Hosts: Janis & Julie
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-_ekVNvPdcQ
Episode Overview:
Spring is here, and that means it’s time for a deep clean! In this episode, Janis and Julie break down spring cleaning tips for tackling windows, window treatments, and dusting those high and low areas that often get overlooked. A clean and fresh home is just a few steps away!
✨ In this episode, we cover:
✔️ The best way to clean...
Ep 17: Judgy Pants—Reviewing 19 All-Natural Spring Cleaning Tricks for the Kitchen
Episode 17: Magazine Moments Judgy Pants—Reviewing 19 All-Natural Spring Cleaning Tricks for the Kitchen
🎧 Listen now: Watch on YouTube
Spring is here, and it’s time to freshen up your kitchen the natural way! In this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Janis and Julie put on their Judgy Pants to review an article from Food52 about 19 all-natural spring cleaning tricks for the kitchen.
Some of these tips are game-changers—others? Well… let’s just say they left us scratch...
Episode 16 ~ Spring Seasonal Clothing Swap & Storage
Spring is here, which means it’s time to swap out heavy winter clothes and bring in the light, breezy outfits! But how do you tackle a seasonal swap without stress or clutter?
In this episode, Janis and Julie share a step-by-step system to help you declutter, organize, and store your wardrobe with ease.
By the end of this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How to prep for a seasonal clothing swap
✅ How to declutter winter clothes before packing them away
✅ Smart storage solutions (and common mistakes to avoid!)
✅ How...
Episode 15 ~ Decluttering Digital Spaces – Simplify Your Digital Life
Episode 15: Decluttering Digital Spaces – Simplify Your Digital Life
📱💻 Feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter? In this episode of JJs Declutter Podcast, we’re tackling the chaos in your digital world! From overloaded inboxes to cluttered desktops and endless notifications, we’ll guide you through simple steps to reclaim your digital space.
🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
⏳ [00:00] Introduction – Why digital clutter is just as overwhelming as physical clutter.
⏳ [02:00] What is Digital Clutter? – Understanding how digital clutter impacts your productivity and focus.
⏳ [03:00] Decluttering Files & Folders – Steps to organize y...
Episode 14 ~ Decluttering Clothes – How to Simplify Your Wardrobe
Welcome back to The JJs Declutter Podcast!
Today, Janis and Julie are diving into one of the most common (and overwhelming) clutter zones—your closet. If your wardrobe feels chaotic, your drawers are overflowing, or choosing an outfit feels stressful, this episode is your game-changer.
You’ll learn step-by-step strategies to declutter your clothes with ease, plus smart tips for donating, selling, or recycling what no longer serves you. It’s time to build a wardrobe that works for your lifestyle—calm, functional, and filled with clothes you love.
✨ What You’ll Lear...
The JJs Declutter Podcast Episode 12 – Magazine Moments: Judgy Pants
The JJs Declutter Podcast Episode 12 – Magazine Moments: Judgy Pants
Episode Description:
Join hosts Julie Weisgerber and Janis Kosmala on a fun-filled, insightful journey into the world of home organization in this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast! In “Magazine Moments: Judgy Pants,” the duo shares two unconventional decluttering hacks that challenge the status quo and spark laughter along the way. Whether you live in a spacious home or a cozy apartment, these creative tips—from the popular Library Cart Method to a quirky Balloon Dusting Hack—will inspi...
Episode 11 - Decluttering and "The MESSessary Middle"
Episode Summary
Decluttering can sometimes feel like a bomb went off in your home, but that messy middle stage—what we call the “Messessary Middle”—is actually proof of progress!
In this episode, Janis and Julie break down why this phase is essential and how to move through it without feeling overwhelmed.
You’ll learn practical strategies for managing the chaos, staying on track, and avoiding rebound clutter so your space stays organized long-term.
Key Takeaways & Timestamps
⏳ [00:00:50] What is the “Messessary Middle”?
The unavoidable mess...
Episode 13 - Fastpitch Game & Spring Cleaning
Transform Your Spring Cleaning with the Fastpitch Game!
In this episode of the JJs Declutter Podcast, we dive into our innovative Fastpitch Game—a rapid-fire method designed to help you declutter fast and efficiently during spring cleaning.
Whether you're a decluttering beginner, someone with ADHD who benefits from focused, quick bursts, or just looking for simple, actionable tips to organize your home, this episode is packed with motivational insights and practical steps.
🔗 Watch Now: Fastpitch Game & Spring Cleaning
What You'll Learn:
[00:00:06] Introduction & Overview:
Discover how the Fa...
Episode 10: Make Decluttering Fun!
The JJs Declutter Podcast - Episode 10: Make Decluttering Fun!
🎧 Listen Now: Watch on YouTube
Episode Summary:
Decluttering doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it can be fun! In this episode, Julie and Janis share creative ways to turn tidying up into an enjoyable and motivating experience. Whether you’re struggling to get started or looking for ways to engage your family, we’ve got you covered with decluttering games, music challenges, and community support to make organizing easier than ever.
What You'll Learn in Th...
Episode 9 - Dealing with Other People’s Clutter ~ The JJs Declutter Podcast
Dealing with Other People’s Clutter | The JJs Declutter Podcast
🎙️ Episode Highlights:
Are you frustrated with the clutter in your home that isn’t even yours?
Do you feel stuck dealing with other people’s clutter? Whether it's a spouse, kids, roommates, parents, or inherited items, managing someone else's mess can be frustrating. In this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, we’re diving into practical strategies to navigate these tricky situations with patience, communication, and actionable steps.—without creating tension in your home.
🔹 What You’ll...
Episode 8 - Magazine Moments (judgy pants alert!)
The JJs Declutter Podcast
Episode Title: Magazine Moments With the JJs
Episode Summary:
Put on your judgy pants!!!
Welcome to another fun and insightful episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast! In this "Magazine Moments" edition, Janis and Julie dive into a Real Simple Magazine article titled "Clutter You Can’t Quit." They break down the most common clutter culprits, share expert insights, and give their own practical tips for decluttering items like books, handbags, kitchen gadgets, and even childhood keepsakes. If you're struggling to let go, thi...
Episode 7 🎉 Speed Decluttering Book Launch & the Fastpitch Game
The JJs Declutter Podcast
🎉 Speed Decluttering Book Launch & the Fastpitch Game
🚀 It's here! The Speed Decluttering book is officially launched! Get your copy from Amazon
In this exciting episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, we’re celebrating the book release and diving into a revolutionary decluttering method—The Fastpitch Game!
If clutter has been holding you back, this strategy will help you make quicker decisions, reduce overwhelm, and finally regain control of your space.
🔗 Wa...
Episode 6: Decluttering When Overwhelmed
Episode 6: Decluttering When Overwhelmed
🎙️ In this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis tackle one of the biggest challenges of decluttering: feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're facing decision fatigue or emotional attachment to items, they've got you covered with practical tips, mindset shifts, and strategies to make decluttering manageable—and maybe even fun!
Episode Highlights:
[00:00:06] Why Decluttering Feels Overwhelming:Emotional attachments, guilt, and decision fatigue make decluttering harder than it seems. Julie and Janis break down these barriers and how to overcome them.[00:02:55] Mindset Shifts That Wo...
Episode 5: Procrastination When Decluttering
JJs Declutter Podcast - Episode 5: Procrastination When Decluttering
Episode Summary: In this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Janis and Julie dive into one of the most common struggles people face when decluttering: procrastination.
If you've ever found yourself avoiding that messy closet or putting off that overwhelming garage clean-up, you're not alone! Join us as we explore practical tips, mindset shifts, and simple strategies to help you beat procrastination and take action today.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The surprising reasons why...Episode 4 -Judgy Pants: Reviewing Decluttering, Cleaning, and Organizing Tips
🎙️ Episode Title: Judgy Pants: Reviewing Decluttering, Cleaning, and Organizing Tips
📺 Watch on YouTube: Judgy Pants Episode
🌟 Episode Description:
Welcome to the Magazine Moments Series!!
Janis and Julie dive into 3 popular articles filled with advice about decluttering, cleaning, and organizing. They share their honest reactions, evaluate the practicality of the tips, and sprinkle in humor as they put their "judgy pants" on to decide what works and what doesn’t.
From cleaning hacks and organizing ideas to controversial advice, you'll get plenty of insig...
Episode 3 - What If I Don’t Have Time to Declutter?
🎙️ What If I Don’t Have Time to Declutter?
📺 Watch the Full Episode Here: https://youtu.be/6wpShk3-R3U
Episode Summary
In this episode, Janis & Julie tackle a common struggle: finding time to declutter.
Life can be overwhelming, but decluttering doesn’t have to take hours or even days. Julie and Janis break it down with practical strategies like the “#DeclutteringDozen” method, tips for using transition moments, and how to make progress even when your schedule feels packed. Small, consistent actions lead to...
Episode 2 - How and Where To Declutter
How and Where to Declutter
Episode Summary:
Welcome to JJs Declutter Podcast, where Janis and Julie share expert tips for transforming your cluttered spaces into peaceful havens! In this episode, they tackle how to start decluttering and where to focus first. Whether it’s your home, workspace, or digital life, you'll find real-life methods to make decluttering manageable and even enjoyable.
Janis and Julie break it all down with easy-to-follow strategies, their "Keep or LETS GO" method, and a motivational push to take that first st...
Welcome to The JJs Declutter Podcast
Ready to turn chaos into calm and clutter into clarity? Join Julie and Janis—your energetic duo of decluttering coaches—as they share practical tips, personal stories, and actionable strategies to help you create spaces that truly reflect you.
Whether you’re tackling an overflowing closet, struggling with sentimental keepsakes, or trying to get your family on board, we’ve got you covered with a blend of humor, empathy, and encouragement.
Discover how decluttering can transform not just your home but also your mindset, relationships, and overall well-being. From small, meaningful steps to...
