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Have you always known you could change the world - if only you could find your car keys on the regular? Clutter Free Academy is for you. If you want to live clutter free, organized and prepared for anything, this is to podcast you must listen to. With practical ideas and tons of hope, humor and how-tos, host Kathi Lipp with teach you to live with Less Cutter, More Life.
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Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus ...
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How can we answer God's call now, even after our failures and mistakes? With the problems of the world? When we feel defeated and useless? Instead of listening to our enemy, let's listen as the Lord calls us to build His Kingdom every day. Because if we're not home yet, we're not done yet.
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This show is for people who want more joy at home. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don't have to come from a happy home to create one. Your host Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books including 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married more than 24 years and have three children. Inside this podcast, you'll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to mar ...
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#631 Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season
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Listen Now 631 Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season Do you ever say you’ll start holiday prep early, but then suddenly it’s December and you’re in a tinsel-covered panic? Well, no more! In this episode, Kathi and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into part two of their discussion on preparing for the holidays in August. They offer practical ad…
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631 – Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season (Aug 20)
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Do you ever say you'll start holiday prep early, but then suddenly it's December and you're in a tinsel-covered panic? Well, no more! In this episode, Kathi and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into part two of their discussion on preparing for the holidays in August. They offer practical advice for early holiday planning. Kathi and Tonya emphasize the impo…
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Marriage mentors are extremely important in helping married couples develop strong marriages Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with Marriage 911 mentors RG & Karen Yallaly to talk through how, and why, you should consider mentoring other couples. Later, we hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle, then we answer a question from a listener who wants to know…
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#630 Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas
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Listen Now 630 Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas Do you feel stressed out during the holidays? Trust us, your future self will thank you for listening to this episode. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo discuss the importance of making key decisions in August to ensure a less stres…
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630 – Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas
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Do you feel stressed out during the holidays? Trust us, your future self will thank you for listening to this episode. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo discuss the importance of making key decisions in August to ensure a less stressful holiday season. Kathi and Tonya emphasize the benefits of early planning…
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World-renowned love experts Milan & Kay Yerkovich join us for a deeper dive into love styles. Listen to discover your love style, and how it impacts your reaction to stress. Later, we interview marriage counselor Glenn Lutgens on how you can reconnect with your spouse. Then, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how he can navigate h…
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#629 How to Incorporate Vintage Finds Without the Clutter
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Listen Now 629 How to Incorporate Vintage Finds Without the Clutter Hey there, friends! Have you ever wondered how to balance your love for vintage items with a desire for a clutter-free home? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes designer Hillary Prall for part 2 of their insightful discussion on balancing vintage desig…
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629 – How to Incorporate Vintage Finds Without the Clutter
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Hey there, friends! Have you ever wondered how to balance your love for vintage items with a desire for a clutter-free home? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes designer Hillary Prall for part 2 of their insightful discussion on balancing vintage design with clutter-free living. Hillary, who is both a vintage enthusias…
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Marriage Friendships: Accountability & Fellowship
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Are you and your spouse cultivating meaningful relationships with our couples? Marriage experts Matt & Lisa Jacobson join Greg & Erin to discuss the importance of marriage friendships. Later, listen for Conversation Starters: Double Date Edition! Then, we'll hear a question from a listener who wants to know if she should sign a prenup. Click here t…
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#628 How to Curate Your Life: The Way to Love Things Without Drowning in Them
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Listen Now 628 How to Curate Your Life: The Way to Love Things Without Drowning in Them Hey there, friends! Have you ever struggled with finding the balance between loving vintage and clutter? In this enlightening episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes designer and content creator Hilary Prall. Kathi and Hilary explore the challe…
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628 – How to Curate Your Life: The Way to Love Things Without Drowning in Them
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Hey there, friends! Have you ever struggled with finding the balance between loving vintage and clutter? In this enlightening episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes designer and content creator Hilary Prall. Kathi and Hilary explore the challenges of breaking free from generational clutter habits and finding a balance between lov…
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We discourage every couple from divorce, but sometimes there isn't a choice. Join Greg & Erin as they sit down with author Susan Birdseye as she shares her story about facing infidelity, divorce, and the goodness of God. Later, we hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle about famed explorer Ernest Shackleton. Then, we hear a question from a listener who…
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#627 Creating a Win-Win Approach to Decluttering Conflicts in Your Home
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Listen Now 627 Creating a Win-Win Approach to Decluttering Conflicts in Your Home Are you tired of the constant battles over stuff in your home? Well, buckle up, because in this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of decluttering conflicts. In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes guest Donna Jones, author of “Healthy…
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627 – Creating a Win-Win Approach to Decluttering Conflicts in Your Home
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Are you tired of the constant battles over stuff in your home? Well, buckle up, because in this episode, we're diving deep into the world of decluttering conflicts. In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes guest Donna Jones, author of "Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life" and podcast host of "That's Just What I Needed." The dis…
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Supporting Your Spouse's Independent Pursuits
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Do you find yourself wondering how you balance dependence & independence in your marriage? Join Greg & Erin as they sit down with Dr. Juli Slattery and her husband Michael, to talk about how they've maintained an intimate connection supported through successful, time consuming, independent careers. Later, we debunk the popular marriage "prepare for…
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626 – The Hidden Trauma Behind Clutter: How to Start Healing Your Relationship with Possessions
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Have you ever struggled to give things away without feeling guilty, even when the items have only a slight chance of being useful in the future? That very question came from our Clutter Free Academy listeners. In this CFA Mail Bag episode, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo answer that question and more. They dive deep into the emotional aspects of …
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Supporting a Disabled Spouse with Ken & Joni Eareckson Tada
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If you are married with a disabled spouse, you may experience spouse caregiver burnout, resentment or loneliness. But what does it mean to stay together "in sickness and in health"? This weeks guests have done just that. At age 17, a diving accident left Joni Eareckson Tada paralyzed from the neck down. In 1982, she married who husband, Ken, who st…
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625 – Meal Planning Made Easy with AI: Kathi's Insider Tips
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Have you ever struggled with this age-old question? "What's for dinner?" In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi and Roger Lipp take you on a journey through the incredible world of AI-driven meal planning. Say goodbye to dinner stress and discover how ethical, efficient AI tools can change your kitchen routine for the better. Join Kathi and…
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Dr. John Townsend: Boundaries in Marriage
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In marriage, two are supposed to become one, right? How then do you have healthy boundaries in marriage? Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with world renowned boundaries expert Dr. John Townsend to discuss how creating boundaries in marriage can actually bring you closer together. Later, we hear the beautiful marriage story of newlyweds, Emerson and …
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624 - Decluttering Family Heirlooms: Navigating Emotional Attachments
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Hey there, friend! Do you ever feel like your home has become a storage unit for everyone else's stuff? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, hosts Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo address a common struggle for many listeners: what to do when family members, both parents and adult children, want to leave their belongings at your house. They discuss the…
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Do you find that managing life with children keeps you from your spouse? Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with author and speaker Kathi Lipp to discuss balancing marriage and parenting. Later, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how she and her husband can improve their relationship with their new daughter-in-law. Take the free Marr…
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Feeling overwhelmed with your clothing budget and need some help? In this episode, Kathi Lipp and her co-host Tonya Kubo provide busy women with practical strategies to curb clothing purchases while still loving your wardrobe. With 10 doable tips, listen how they: Use Pinterest for clothes you already own Create a capsule wardrobe Take advantage of…
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Bill and Pam Farrel: The Code to Unlock Your Spouse (Part 2)
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Greg & Erin conclude their discussion with Bill and Pam Farrel on the code to unlock your spouse, taking a detailed look at what husbands need in a marriage. Later, we sit down with newlywed couple, Alex and Megan. Then, we hear a question from one of our listeners who wants to know how she can deal with feelings of jealousy towards her husbands fr…
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622 - The Frugal Foodie's Playbook: Mastering Meal Planning and Smart Shopping
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Hey there, friends! Are you feeling the pinch of rising food costs? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp, and Tonya Kubo tackle the timely issue of rising food costs and share practical tips to help listeners save money on groceries without sacrificing quality or taste. With their signature humor and relatable examples, Kathi and Ton…
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Bill and Pam Farrel: The Code to Unlock Your Spouse (Part 1)
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Are you yearning for deeper connection with your spouse? Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with authors and relationship experts Bill and Pam Farrel as they share their secret on how you can unlock a better relationship. Then, we debunk a popular myth about kids! Later, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how his spouse can help him …
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621 - Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Gardening with AI
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Have ever struggled to turn your dream garden into a reality? What if we told you that there's a new secret weapon that can help you achieve gardening success like never before? That's right, we're talking about the incredible power of AI! Join Kathi and her partner in life and gardening Roger Lipp on this episode as they dive into the world of AI-…
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It's our Father's Day celebration! Greg and Erin celebrate Dad's and talk about the challenges facing Fathers with Dr. Danny Huerta. Then Bill Arbuckle shares a wonderful Father's Day devotional. Later we answer a question about tips and trick as your family welcomes a newborn. Practice Makes Parent Podcast We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Hom…
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620 - The Ministry of Presence: Supporting Loved Ones Through Depression
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Hey friends, today's episode is a powerful and important one. But be advised, it’s also a sensitive subject. Kathi Lipp will be diving deep into the topic of depression and suicidality with her dear friend and author Chris Morris. You'll hear how Chris hit his lowest point and the transformative experiences that followed. He opens up about the pivo…
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Jerry and Kate Angelo: Reconnecting with Your Spouse Through Prayer
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What do you do when you are feeling emotionally abandoned in your marriage? Is your husband or wife ignoring you? Greg and Erin talk about how to tackle this subject with your spouse, and Jerry and Kate Angelo demonstrate how praying together can bring you back together in your marriage. Then we get into one of our favorite segments, Conversation S…
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619 - Decluttering Sentimental Items: Transforming Loved Items into Meaningful Displays
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Welcome back, our sentimental decluttering friends! In part 2 of the Clutter Free Academy series on decluttering sentimental items, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo explore the art of curating and displaying emotional items in a meaningful way. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of being intentional and selective in your curation proces…
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Mark and Rosie Makinney: Fighting Porn in Marriage Part 2
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How do we fight against pornography in marriage? Greg and Erin wrap their conversation with Mark and Rosie Makinney on this important topic.. Also we continue our conversation with Focus on the Family Counselor Geremy Keeton. Geremy discusses setting boundaries and what counseling looks like in dealing with porn in a marriage. Later we get a questi…
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618 – Decluttering Sentimental Items: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Do you have a box (or two, or three) filled with sentimental items that you just can't seem to let go of? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp, and Tonya Kubo tackle the challenge of decluttering sentimental items. They discuss the various categories of emotional clutter, from childhood memorabilia to inherited items, and share their…
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Mark and Rosie Makinney: Fighting Porn in Marriage Part 1
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How do we fight against pornography in marriage? Over the next two episodes Greg and Erin tackle this important subject with Mark and Rosie Makinney. Later we are joined by Focus on the Family Counselor Geremy Keeton to dive deeper into the effects of porn on marriage and as always we get a question from one of our listeners about rekindling intima…
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Kathi sits down with Tenneil Register to explore practical ways to make your home work for you, not the other way around. In this episode, they discuss: Designing spaces around your natural habits and routines Examples of functional home solutions (such as paperwork organization) Why entryway, kitchen, and bedroom spaces are key areas in your home …
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Gary Chapman: Five Love Languages for Marriage
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What are your love languages? Dr. Gary Chapman joins Greg and Erin to breakdown the 5 love languages and why they are important in a marriage. Then Greg and Erin talk about their own love languages and how they are intentional in using those in their marriage. Later we answer a question from a listener about his struggles with emotional connection …
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