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The JJs Declutter Podcast

Author: Julie Weisgerber and Janis Kosmala

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The big question is this:
How can we stop procrastinating, take control of clutter (and cleaning) 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 feel peaceful, functional, and yours again. 
Join us for a little laughter and a lot of learning. Let’s dive in!

52 Episodes
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Julie and Janis tackle the often-neglected laundry room, transforming it from the "Bermuda Triangle of the home" into a clean, functional space. They break down the cleaning process into manageable steps that work whether you have a dedicated room, stacked units, or just a basement corner. Why Your Laundry Room Matters A cluttered laundry room makes an already unpopular chore even more stressfulOrganization reduces time spent hunting for supplies and dealing with spillsReg...
Episode 51 | The JJs Declutter Podcast Episode Description Get your home holiday-ready! Julie and Janis tackle the two spaces that make or break your hosting game—the entryway and dining room. Learn the "Clear, Clean, Contain (+ Celebrate!)" system that transforms these high-traffic areas from cluttered chaos to guest-ready gorgeous. In This Episode: The Entryway Strategy Clear, Clean, Contain system for first impressions that wowSmart coat and shoe storage for extr...
Ep50 "From 5PM Panic to Pizza Friday (No Spreadsheets Required)" Stop staring into the fridge at 5PM wondering what to feed everyone! Julie & Janis are tackling menu planning—simple, doable, & realistic for actual busy people. No spreadsheets, no color coding, just a system that saves time, money, & your sanity. Everyday Menu Planning Basics: Start With Your Goals - Budget-friendly? Health-focused? Three-soccer-practices survival? Your why shapes your plan. Check Your Schedule - L...
"Preparing for Guests (Yes, People DO Check Your Medicine Cabinet!)" It's Magazine Moments time! Janis & Julie review articles from TheSpruce.com about prepping your home for guests. From entryways to under-bed dust bunnies, here's how to make guests feel welcome without losing your sanity. Article 1: 7 Forgotten Spots to Declutter Before Guests Arrive 1. Declutter Your Entryway First impressions matter!Pretend you're the guest—see with fresh eyesAdd shoe tray, baskets for purses/keysMake...
JJs Declutter Podcast - Episode 48: Kitchen Crusades Part 2"The Deep Clean (Roll Up Your Sleeves Territory)" Welcome back, brave warriors! This is NOT your daily wipe-and-walk. This is question-your-life-choices territory where we tackle crumb colonies, sticky secrets behind the fridge, and that expired hoisin sauce from 2019 (why is it always hoisin sauce?). Pro tip: Take before pictures to celebrate your progress. Maybe even a selfie to see how YOU held up! The Deep Cleaning Checklist Step ...
Grab your dish gloves, friends! Julie & Janis tackle routine kitchen cleaning that keeps your kitchen functional without Pinterest-level perfection. Spoiler: Your sink has more bacteria than your toilet seat. The JJs 7-Step Kitchen Cleaning Routine Step 1: Declutter First Flat Surface Sweep with laundry basketMove appliances (yes, even the coffee maker)#Tidy12 Challenge: 12 minutes to clear surfacesStep 2: Dishes & Sink Do the dishes (faster than you think!)Baking soda for sinks, Bark...
Welcome to the ultimate floor cleaning bootcamp! 🧹 Your hosts Janis and Julie are getting down and dirty (literally) as they tackle every type of flooring in your home ... from hardwood to carpet, tile to that fancy cork flooring your neighbor Susan won't stop Instagramming about. Discover why your floors are probably staging a quiet rebellion against your one-size-fits-all cleaning approach, and learn the correct way to care for each surface. From wine stains that tell stories to grou...
✨ Episode 45: Magazine Moments – All About Brooms! ✨ Who knew brooms had so much history, mystery, and a whole lot of superstition? In this Magazine Moments episode, Julie and Janis sweep through time with fascinating facts, folklore, and modern cleaning tips about one of the oldest household tools: the humble broom. From ancient twig bundles to the angled Costco corner broom, from witches’ besoms to Trader Joe’s cinnamon-scented seasonal sweeps - we’ve got it covered! You’l...
Welcome to the land of toothpaste fossils and mysterious soap scum rings! Julie and I (Janis) are tackling the grimiest, grungiest room in your house, and trust me, we're bringing the sparkle. What You'll Learn The Royal Treatment for Your Throne We're starting where nobody wants to but everybody needs to ... the toilet. We'll walk you through our top-to-bottom cleaning routine, including those hinges you've been ignoring and yes, the wall behind the toilet (boy moms, we've got you!)...
Your bedroom should be your retreat—not your laundry room, office, snack bar, or panic zone. Julie & Janis break down their step-by-step bedroom cleaning process with the JJ's Clean and Cozy Bedroom Checklist. From finding your pillow under 17 mismatched socks to creating a 5-minute nightly routine, this episode transforms bedroom overwhelm into sanctuary bliss. 🧹 What You'll Learn: Why your bedroom directly impacts sleep quality and mental healthThe JJ's 11-step Clean and Cozy Bedr...
The 5 Types of Cleaning (And Why Your Social Life Depends on Knowing the Difference!) Welcome back to the JJs Declutter Podcast with your fairy godmothers of freshness, Julie and Janis! 🧚‍♀️✨ Think cleaning is just one boring category? Think again! We're breaking down the 5 types of cleaning that can save your time, sanity, and possibly your social life. From routine "keep the wolves at bay" cleaning to emergency "company's coming in 10 minutes" panic mode, we've got you covered with pu...
Episode 41: Henny Penny & Sky High Clutter Episode Description Join Julie and Janis as they transform the classic tale of Henny Penny into a hilarious decluttering adventure! When panic meets piles and storage becomes dangerous, our feathered friends learn that the sky isn't falling—it's just buried under years of accumulated stuff. From expired coupons to the dreaded "Ottoman of Doom," discover how to turn chaos into calm with practical tips and plenty of laughs. Key...
Episode Summary Julie and Janis dive back into "Magazine Moments" territory. This episode they're breaking down weekend cleaning habits that won't make you want to hide under your (hopefully weekly-washed) sheets! The JJs tackle two articles about Saturday and Sunday cleaning routines, sharing their own hilarious cleaning confessions along the way. Spoiler alert: Janis's Chromecast remote will never be white again, and Julie admits she's terrible at taking her shoes off at the door. Key...
Episode Title: Hansel & Gretel and the Crumbs of Clutter Welcome to another whimsical adventure with Julie & Janis! This is where fairy tales meet clutter chaos! Yes, it's another installment of our Fractured Fairy Tale Series!🧹✨ In this episode, Hansel and Gretel aren’t just leaving breadcrumbs—they’re conquering clutter one magical mess at a time. From a garage full of “mystery wires” and Capri Suns past their expiration date, to a basement stacked with gingerbread kits ...
Episode 38 – Rumpelstiltskin: Spinning Chaos into Clarity In this whimsical, laugh-out-loud episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis re-imagine the classic tale of Rumpelstiltskin — only this time, it’s less about spinning straw into gold and more about spinning clutter into calm. From the Miller’s Daughter’s “Room of Doom” to the Queen’s collapsing crown rack, we uncover how magical organizing systems, funny item nicknames, and a few golden habits can turn even the messiest spac...
🎙️ Episode 37: Little Red Riding Hood’s Locker of DOOM Podcast: The JJs Declutter Podcast Hosts: Julie Weisgerber & Janis Kosmala Duration: ~13 minutes ✨ Episode Summary: Middle school lockers can get scary fast—and in this hilarious, heartwarming tale, Little Red Riding Hood’s locker has crossed into doom territory. Julie and Janis take us through Red’s chaotic, crushed-snack-filled locker journey and her magical organizing glow-up. From wolfish comparison traps to haunted gym soc...
🎒 Episode 36: Magazine Moments – Back to School Edition The JJs Declutter Podcast Is your house still clinging to summer while your calendar screams “First Day of School”? Julie and Janis are here to rescue your routines and restore sanity before the school bell rings. In this jam-packed Back to School episode, the JJs guide you through 7 essential clutter-busting categories—and throw in 5 bonus power tips—to help families ease into the school year with confidence (and maybe even a little f...
🎧 Episode 35 – The 3 Pigs & the House of Clutter Welcome to another delightfully messy fairy tale reboot with a decluttering twist! 🐷🏡 This week on The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis take on the classic tale of The Three Little Pigs—but instead of big bad wolves and huffing and puffing, we’re sorting through board games, DOOM boxes, and dusty tote bags! Get ready for laughs, lessons, and laundry strategies as our three porcine pals show us the pitfalls of impulsive shopping, chaot...
🎙️ Episode 34 – Henny Penny’s Picnic Panic The JJs Declutter Podcast: Fractured Fairy Tale Edition 🧺 Episode Summary In this whimsical, pun-filled episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Henny Penny sets the gold standard for picnic prep—until her messy, unprepared feathered friends arrive in a flurry of chaos and mystery casseroles. From spotless cars to sticky coolers, this fairy tale gets real about food safety, car clutter, and how a little prep can prevent a whole lot of panic. Julie and J...
🎙️ The JJ's Declutter Podcast — Episode 33: Beauty & The Mess: A Tale as Old as Time Episode Summary: In this whimsical and wildly relatable fractured fairy tale, Julie and Janis take you on an enchanted journey through Beauty and the Mess — a cluttered castle comedy starring Belle (the bellhop of everyone’s baggage) and a Beast who’s deeply attached to his dusty memorabilia. You’ll laugh out loud as furniture talks back, mugs hoard themselves, and a game show called “Decluttering...
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