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Date created
2023/10/23
Latest episode
2026/11/05
Average duration
44 min.
Release period
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If staunch minimalism feels too extreme, but you want to declutter your house to alleviate some stress, this is the podcast for you. Shannon Leyko's style is like having your best friend in your ear, helping you get past those tough mental roadblocks that are keeping you from decluttering the things you don't need. From New York Times bestselling authors to everyday people in the trenches of life, Shannon's guests give practical tips and mindset advice for intentional living and self-improvement. Listen to Paring Down if you've ever asked yourself... Where do I start decluttering my house? Where do I start decluttering when overwhelmed? How do I declutter if I have ADHD? What if I end up needing something I decluttered? How can I stop shopping my shopping addiction? How do I stop being stressed? How do I keep my house clean? How do I tidy my room? How do I get my husband or wife to declutter? How many toys should a child have? How can I save money? What is minimalism? How can I be a minimalist with kids? What should I declutter first? How can I be a conscious consumer? Find more of Shannon's work: Instagram: @shannonleyko Newsletter: The L.E.S.S. Express YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown TikTok: @shannon_leyko Substack: https://shannonleyko.substack.com/
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233: What to Do If You Don't Want Gifts This Christmas, Will I Write Fiction?, & Missing Friends
2026/11/05
Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. I was hoping you could share some insight on how to respond when people ask what you would like as a birthday or Christmas gift when you are trying to declutter. I know you have touched on this topic for kids but I’m wondering if you have advice for adults.
2. Will you ever write fiction?
Listener recommendation: Married at First Sight Australia
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Free Gift Request Template
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
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Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to get $15 towards a protective Adventure Jacket which comes in 4 cute colors with your Yoto purchase.
Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/paring
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
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232: How Academic Pressure Hurts Kids’ Mental Health (And What Parents Can Do) with Dr. Stuart Slavin
2026/11/04
As parents, we want our kids to succeed, but when does the pressure to achieve start taking a toll on their mental health?
I sat down with Dr. Stuart Slavin, pediatrician, researcher, and author of The Success Trap, to discuss how screens aren't the only culprit of anxiety and depression in teens today. We also have to look at academic expectations, competitive extracurriculars, and the fear of disappointing others.
But have no fear—this episode is far from doom and gloom! Dr. Slavin shares practical ways to help our kids pursue success while making room for play, healthy struggle, and the discovery of who they are beyond their accomplishments.
DR. STUART SLAVIN
Book: The Success Trap
Website: https://drstuartslavin.com/
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to get $15 towards a protective Adventure Jacket which comes in 4 cute colors with your Yoto purchase.
Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/paring
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
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231: Letting Minimalism Evolve with Your Life with Desirae Endres
2026/11/03
Living a decluttered life doesn't look the same during different seasons of our lives, and that's perfectly normal. Today, Desirae Endres from the Minimal-ish podcast joins me on the show to talk about how her idea of minimalism looks different than it did when she first started decluttering.
Too often, we throw the baby out with the bathwater and think, "Maybe minimalism just isn't for me!" But the freedom of living with less is worth it, even if you aren't as "strict" as you once thought you had to be.
DESIRAE ENDRES:
Minimal-ish Podcast
IG: @minimalish.desirae
Your Minimal-ish Holiday Guide
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to get $15 towards a protective Adventure Jacket which comes in 4 cute colors with your Yoto purchase.
Uncommon Goods: Get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/paring
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
230: Decluttering Tips that Stick, My Toddler Got Stuck in a Vending Machine, & Halloween Costumes
2026/10/29
Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. Really craving so much less of EVERYTHING now—empty nest recently. What are some tips to just get it out?
2. What happened when your toddler got stuck inside a vending machine?
Listener recommendation: Merit Blush Balm
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 121: What to Do with Everything You DeclutterEp 217: Our Adoption Story: An In Depth Breakdown of How Adoption Works
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
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229: Adult Sibling Relationships: How We Became Close Despite Our Differences (feat. my brother, Jim Oliver)
2026/10/28
Today my older brother Jim and I get brutally honest about what it really takes to stay close as adult siblings—especially as siblings who used to fight nonstop.
We look back on the tension of our teen years, the New York City chapter of our lives that bonded us through 2 for 1 martinis, and how losing our mom brought us closer instead of pulling us apart.
There's a lot of forgiveness, letting go of who your sibling used to be, and going out of the way to stay close year after year.
I think you'll really enjoy this candid conversation where we truly don't hold back!
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 76: Is Celebrity Self-Help Advice Useful? with Jim Oliver
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
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228: Save Money & Declutter Your House Using Healthy Money Mindsets with Crystal Paine
2026/10/27
The Money Saving Mom herself, Crystal Paine, joins us to share how to build a healthier relationship with money, whether you're an overspender or an underspender (like me).
Crystal dove straight to the heart of things, and I walked out of our conversation feeling way more peaceful about how I spend money. I know you will, too!
CRYSTAL PAINE:
New book: The 7 Habits of Financially Healthy Women
Variable Expenses Worksheet
Free 5-Day Budget Makeover
Instagram: @themoneysavingmom
Website: https://moneysavingmom.com/
Podcast: The Crystal Paine Show
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
227: How to Store Backstock, How I Grew My Platform, & Flight Anxiety
2026/10/22
Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. What are some tips for storing “extras”? It’s a struggle to have a home for everything but then almost need a second home for what doesn’t quite fit in the home location (toilet paper, soap refills, etc.)
2. How did you get started, choose a niche, learn how to grow on IG, design a website? How does an ordinary person figure it all out?
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 147: How I Got 700,000 Followers, a Life-Changing Book Deal, & 1 Million Podcast Plays in 2 Years
Good Content podcast with Shannon McKinstrie
Ep 166: Can Social Media Build Healthy Community? with Shannon McKinstrie
Duo Collective: SEO & Website design
Ep 29: Paring Down Flight Anxiety with my dad & pilot, J.D. Oliver
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
226: How to Raise Emotionally Mature Children with Dr. Lindsay Gibson
2026/10/21
What does emotional maturity really look like, and how can we help our kids develop it? For this Good Stuff episode in our series all about strengthening family ties, I sat down with New York Times bestselling author Dr. Lindsay Gibson to better understand why emotional maturity matters in our families.
What does emotional maturity look like at different ages?
How do kids develop emotional maturity without parents needing to be perfect?
Why does the lack of emotional maturity in our world lead to many of the problems communities and countries face?
Dr. Gibson is a wealth of knowledge. This is one you don't want to miss.
DR. LINDSAY GIBSON:
Website: https://www.lindsaycgibson.com/
Instagram: @drlindsaygibson
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
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225: How to Stop Procrastinating with Dana K White
2026/10/20
Another New York Times bestselling author is in the house!! Dana K. White is one of the biggest names in decluttering, and her brand new book, Procrastinators Get Stuff Done, is the ultimate guide for people who *know* why they should do something, but struggle to get themselves to do the thing!
Dana is also known for her no-mess decluttering method, along with her mega-hit book Decluttering at the Speed of Life. If you want to feel motivated to finally declutter your house—or complete any project you've been procrastinating—this episode will change your life.
DANA K. WHITE
Website: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/procrastinate/
New Book, Procrastinators Get Stuff Done
Podcast: A Slob Comes Clean
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/danakwhite
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Have someone take your clutter with 1-800 Got Junk! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
224: "Help! My Husband Won't Declutter," How I feel About My Kids Growing Up, & My Scary Neighbors
2026/10/15
Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. How do I get my spouse to declutter?
2. How are you coping with all your kids being school age?
Listener recommendation of the week: The Happy Color app
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 19: Decluttering as a Couple with My Husband, Aaron Leyko
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
YOTO audio player: https://yotoplay.com/ - use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items
Get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro: drinkag1.com/paring
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
223: Get Your Affairs in Order: Essential Documents Your Family Needs to Handle the Unexpected with Lori Selsberg
2026/10/14
Making sure your family isn't stressed about logistics in the face of an emergency or once you're gone is an act of love. Today I’m joined by Lori Selsberg, co-founder and CEO of DocuGuardian, who is an expert in exactly that.
We cover:
The essential documents and details families often overlook
How to organize legal, financial, medical, and personal information
Simple ways to start difficult conversations and plan ahead
In this Good Stuff episode in our series all about strengthening healthy family ties, I hope the practical tips and a fresh perspective motivates you to consider your family's dynamic during difficult circumstances.
LORI SELSBERG (DOCUGUARDIAN):
Get 10% off DocuGuardian with the code PARING10: https://docuguardian.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565763310861
Instagram: @docuguardian
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DocuGuardian
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/docuguardian/
TikTok: @lselsberg
Clearidy: https://clearidy.com/
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
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222: Develop Easy Home Organization Systems that Don't Add to Your Stress
2026/10/13
Why do we overcomplicate our decluttering and organizing systems when the whole point is to feel less stressed at home?
Today, I’m sharing the red flags that a system is too complex, plus the simple systems that work for my family to keep the clutter and housework under control.
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 102: Creating Systems to Be Productive Toward What Matters with Chelsi Jo
Ep 171: How to Organize Your Home So It Actually Stays Organized (Macro vs. Micro Organizing)
Ep 22: Doom Piles & Mail
Ep 121: What to Do with Everything You Declutter
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221: My Backstage Experience at Dancing With the Stars, Mother-in-Law Clutter "Gifts", & Do I Feel Famous?
2026/10/08
Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. What do you do with clothes that your MIL hands down to you that your husband wore?
2. Do you feel famous?
And I tell the story of when I went backstage at Dancing with the Stars!
Listener recommendation of the week: Sterling Point on Amazon Prime
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 216: The Full Story Behind My Burnout
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220: Picky Eaters & Food Struggles: Stop the Arguments // feat. Kids Eat in Color's Jennifer Anderson
2026/10/07
Jennifer Anderson of Kids Eat in Color, registered dietitian and author of Feed Them Well, joins me to talk about picky eating, food struggles, and how to help kids develop a healthy, positive relationship with food.
If you have a picky eater or just kids who say they're hungry 20 minutes after you fed them dinner, this episode will make you feel seen and also hopeful that there is a way forward without the stress!
We cover everything from food marketing to family meals (without the pressure to sit perfectly around the table 7 nights a week)—and it's the perfect topic as we continue our Good Stuff series on Family.
JENNIFER ANDERSON:
Get Your Copy of Feed Them Well: https://kidseatincolor.com/
TikiTok: @kids.eat.in.color
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kids.eat.in.color
Instagram: @kids.eat.in.color
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219: Your House is a Mess? Here's a Shame-Free Way to Get Help – with Brittinie Tran
2026/10/06
Brittinie Tran, founder of the nonprofit, Hot Mess Express, joins me to talk about messy homes, clutter, cleaning overwhelm, and why there’s no shame in asking for help.
I was blown away by the work she's doing, and once again convinced that nothing in the world is more spectacular than women coming together!
Hot Mess Express brings women together through practical, non-judgmental help and community support when life and home feel overwhelming.
Today's big takeaway: Accepting help isn’t a sign of failure. Because all of us are hot mess sometimes.
HOT MESS EXPRESS:
Hot Mess Express Locations: https://www.hotmessexpress.co/
Volunteer with Hot Mess Express: https://www.hotmessexpress.co/getinvolved
Nominate Yourself or Someone You Know: https://www.hotmessexpress.co/nominations
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Podcast reviews
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NatMask1 2026/10/29
Love this podcast
So many good decluttering tips! Shannon’s voice is very calming to me/I enjoy her energy. I also love to hear updates about her life in Alaska and now...
Kelly 409 2026/10/19
Drink the good wine and other nuggets of wisdom!
I have been listening to Shannon’s Paring Down podcast since she lived in Florida. I take away a little nugget of useful information every episode. S...
Sneedle 2026/10/19
enthusiastic, empathetic, relatable, funny
I have been listening to Paring Down for years. Shannon approaches decluttering and each of her guests with such enthusiasm, empathy, sensitivity, rel...
Dianadoes 2026/10/19
Love it!
I look forward to every episode! Shannon does a great job whether she’s interviewing her amazing guests, or running a solo episode.
Rebecca11. 2026/10/19
One of my favorites!
This podcast is such a gem. I always get a lot out of Shannon’s episodes and she has such a warm and comforting presence. She invites nuance into all ...
Andrea Combs 2026/10/19
My FAVORITE Podcast EVER!!!
In the world of decluttering, Shannon is a breath of fresh air! Hers was the FIRST podcast that helped me actually get started on decluttering - and I...
JSSSSSSSSSNNNN 2026/10/19
Love Shannon!
So well spoken and thoughtful - Shannon has a great ability to share advice and wisdom while never “preaching” - strongly recommend her to all my frie...
Winslow 503 2026/10/17
Painful to listen to.
I really wanted to listen to this podcast. I love a podcast about decluttering while I’m doing chores but this podcast host is all over the place. Bet...
rmbslo 2026/10/13
Love her
Such a good podcast to listen to. I always feel so inspired after listening.
BachelorFan13 2026/10/06
Easy Listen
She’s so easy to listen to and I always take a little something from her
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