Clutter Free Academy

Do you ever buy something at the store only to come home and realize you already had three of them tucked away somewhere? You're not alone—and you're definitely not bad with money. You're just a busy human being navigating real life. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi and Roger Lipp dive into one of the most powerful Low Buy July strategies: shopping your own house. When they first mov...

Do you ever open your fridge, stare at the shelves, and decide you have "nothing to eat"—only to order takeout while perfectly good food sits forgotten in your freezer? You're not alone. This episode of Clutter Free Academy tackles one of the most common sources of both clutter and wasted money: the kitchen. Kathi Lipp welcomes back fan-favorite Tonya Kubo to kick off Low Buy July with a focus on...

Do you ever feel like stuff just keeps appearing in your home? You buy another white shirt because you forgot you already own three. You grab dry shampoo "just in case" and come home to find a small collection already waiting. What if the real problem isn't that you have too much stuff—it's that you don't know what you have? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Grace Church intr...

Does the thought of tackling your home office make you want to close the door and pretend it doesn't exist? You're not alone. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Grace Church to discuss why most office decluttering attempts fail—and what actually works instead. What You'll Discover in This Episode August brings that familiar back-to-school energy, and it's the perfec...

Have you ever decluttered a room only to watch it fill back up three months later? If so, this episode of the Clutter Free Podcast is for you. Kathi Lipp sits down with Katy Joy Wells, host of the Maximized Minimalist podcast with over 5 million downloads, to explore why traditional decluttering methods often fail—and what actually works for those who struggle with emotional attachment to their st...

Do you dread packing for a trip? Are you an overpacker who loves having options but hates paying baggage fees? Whether you're heading out for a family vacation or traveling for work, packing doesn't have to be a source of stress and anxiety. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with author and literary agent Barb Roose—a self-proclaimed overpacker who has mastered the art...

If you're one of the many homeowners who can't park a car in their garage, you're not alone—and you're definitely not without hope. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with returning guest Tenneil Register, who brings a unique perspective to garage organization from her experience managing inventory for an actual retail store. Why the Garage Is So Hard to Tame The garage...

Are you holding onto mattresses, kitchen supplies, or linens because your adult kids might need them someday? You're not alone—and you're not wrong for wanting to help. But what feels like wisdom or generosity might actually be one of the sneakiest forms of clutter. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Grace Church tackle a question that resonates with so many listeners: How do...

Do you ever feel like traditional organizing advice just doesn't work for your life? Maybe you're a caregiver with an unpredictable schedule, a mom juggling multiple kids' activities, or someone whose daily responsibilities shift constantly. If you've ever felt like you can't get on top of life because life just won't stay still, this episode is for you. When Every Day Looks Different In this powe...

Do you feel defeated before your feet even hit the floor? Does your morning feel like a race you've already lost? You're not alone—and more importantly, you're not the problem. In this encouraging episode, Kathi sits down with bestselling author Jennifer Bennett to unpack what morning rituals can actually look like when life is a lot. Jennifer shares a perspective-shifting truth: everyone is a mor...

Do you find yourself postponing bedtime because the thought of walking into your cluttered bedroom feels overwhelming? You're not alone. For many of us, the bedroom has become a catch-all space—a place where laundry piles up, papers accumulate on nightstands, and clutter hides behind closed doors. Your Bedroom Should Be Your Exhale Room In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tenne...

Have you conquered most of your home only to find yourself completely stuck on those final one or two rooms? You're not alone. Those last spaces are almost always the hardest—and there's a reason for that. In this encouraging episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with Grace Church, the community leader of Clutter Free for Life, to tackle one of the most common struggles in the decluttering journey: finish...

Have you ever walked into someone else's home and immediately noticed a smell—good or bad—and wondered what your own house smells like to visitors? The truth is, we all become "nose blind" to our own homes, and no amount of candles can cover up odors that haven't been eliminated at the source. What You'll Learn in This Episode In this practical episode, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register tackle a top...

If you're staring down the overwhelming task of helping your parents downsize or clean out their home, you're not alone. Whether it's preparing for a move, navigating a health transition, or dealing with the aftermath of loss, this emotionally charged process can leave even the most organized person feeling stuck. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi sits down with Ruthie Gray, host of t...

Do you dream of walking into your bathroom and feeling like you've stepped into a peaceful spa instead of a chaotic locker room? You're not alone. That sense of calm—the clear counters, the beautiful organization, the space to breathe—is absolutely achievable without a single renovation. In this episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with her friend Tenneil Register to tackle one of the most overlooked spa...

Do you ever find yourself at Costco reaching for another container of something, only to discover you already have eight at home? You're not alone. The struggle with over-buying is real, and it's one of the sneakiest ways clutter creeps into our homes. In this honest and practical episode, Kathi Lipp and Roger Lipp share their own journey with accumulation—from discovering a three-year supply of l...

Do you ever feel like your cluttered home is just a symptom of something deeper? That nagging sense of overwhelm, the guilt about unfinished projects, the shame that creeps in when company comes over—what if it all points to something going on in your heart? In this thought-provoking episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with author Lori G Melton to explore a beautiful spiritual practice that might just c...

Have you ever noticed that the only time your house gets truly clean is right before company arrives? You're not alone. But that frantic, shame-fueled cleaning comes at a cost—and it's not sustainable. In this episode, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register dive deep into the difference between cleaning from shame and cleaning from a place of grace. They explore why those "shame spirals" actually make cl...

Do you find yourself constantly asking, "Why can't I keep up with my house?" or beating yourself up for being "undisciplined"? What if the problem isn't that you're lazy—but that you're depleted? In this eye-opening episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register dive deep into the difference between discipline and capacity—and why understanding this distinction could change every...

Have you ever wondered why your decluttering systems only seem to work for a week before falling apart? Why you can't seem to stick with routines that work perfectly for everyone else? The answer might surprise you—and it has nothing to do with your willpower. It's Not a Discipline Problem—It's a Capacity Problem In this eye-opening episode, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register explore the crucial diff...

Do you long to invite people into your life but feel like your house just isn't ready? Maybe you're mid-project, mid-clutter, or mid-life chaos, and the thought of having someone over feels overwhelming. If that's you, this episode offers the permission and practical strategies you need to start practicing hospitality right where you are. What You'll Discover in This Episode Sue Donaldson, author...

Do you ever wake up to a sink full of dishes, no plan for dinner, and a morning that feels like it's already behind before it's begun? You're not alone. For those of us who struggle with clutter and chaos, mornings can feel like an uphill battle—but what if a simple 15-minute routine the night before could change everything? In this episode, Kathi and Roger Lipp dive into the concept of the "closi...

Do you walk in the door exhausted, drop your keys somewhere random, and then spend the next morning frantically searching for them? You're not alone. The daily scavenger hunt for keys, wallets, and important mail is one of the most common—and fixable—sources of stress for anyone battling clutter. In this episode, Kathi Lipp and Roger Lipp get refreshingly honest about what's working in their home...

Do you ever find yourself standing in a store, holding something pretty, and wondering if you should bring it home? Or maybe you're staring at a cluttered counter, feeling overwhelmed but unsure where to start? What if there was a way to make every home decision easier—before you even have to make it? In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and brand manager Tenneil Register continue t...

Have you ever walked into someone's home and immediately sensed that the space was intentional —that the people living there knew exactly who they were and what they wanted their home to be? And then walked back into your own home feeling like something was... off? Here's the truth most of us don't want to admit: if you don't decide on a purpose for your home, your home will decide for you. And yo...