Episodes

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 grout that's ...

✨ 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’ll learn: 🧹 The sur...

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!) The Tooth...

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 health The JJ's 11-step Clean and Cozy Bedroom Checkl...

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 Takeaways & Decluttering ...

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...

🎙️ Episode 32: Cinderella & the Mothball Masquerade Fractured Fairy Tale Edition — When Moths Attack and Closets Fight Back! Episode Summary: Once upon a grime, there was a tale of lace, legacy... and larvae! In this whimsical and pun-filled fractured fairy tale, Cinderella isn’t waiting for a prince—she’s waging war against moths, mildew, and mayhem in the closet of doom. Join Julie and Janis as they reimagine the classic Cinderella story with a decluttering twist. From textile apocalypse sur...

Get ready to spark some patriotic decluttering magic! Julie and Janis dive into their "Magazine Moments" series with Fourth of July prep tips that'll help you celebrate without the clutter chaos. From flag etiquette to grilling wisdom, they're serving up red, white, and blue organization tips with their signature whimsical style. Episode Highlights 🇺🇸 Patriotic Display & Decor Flag etiquette essentials: Proper display rules for the American flagCreative decorating ideas: Beyond t...

🧹 Episode Summary: Porch & Patio Pandemonium In this laugh-out-loud episode, Julie and Janis take you on a wild ride through the cluttered jungles of porches, patios, and decks. Is your outdoor space a peaceful retreat or a dumping ground for broken plant pots and squirrel-sized Airbnbs? From gnomes who’ve seen too much to citronella candles that have melted into modern art, it’s time to reclaim your outdoor areas before they reclaim you. Plus, don’t miss our bonus segment: The Case of th...

Welcome back to the whimsical world of decluttering! In this episode, Julie and Janis trade porridge for propane as they follow Goldilocks on her glamping getaway. Spoiler alert: it’s less Pinterest-perfect and more “Pinterest Panic.” From overstuffed coolers to collapsing cots, Goldie’s cluttered campsite becomes a cautionary tale. 💡 You'll learn: How to pack smart for camping (and what to leave behind!) Why clear bins and compression sacks are your camping BFFs The importance of testing g...

🎧 Episode 28 – Garden Gnomes & Garage Goblins: Taming Outdoor Chaos Welcome back to The JJ’s Declutter Podcast, where clutter meets its match—especially the kind that hides in your garage, garden shed, or beneath that leaning tower of plastic pots. In Episode 28, hosts Julie and Janis unearth the hilarious (& helpful) truths about outdoor clutter. Whether you're battling garage goblins or overwhelmed by seed packet sprawl, we’ve got you covered. 🧹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to de...

🎙️ JJs Declutter Podcast – Episode 27: Magazine Moments & Judgy Pants 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3SHfPogLqP8 📝 Read the article we reviewed: 10 Things Professional Organizers Always Toss Before Summer In This Episode: Do you ever read a decluttering article and immediately feel judged? You're not alone! In Episode 27, Julie and Janis dive into a viral home organization article from The Spruce and give their real-life take on what professional organizers say you shoul...

Episode 26 – Snow White & The Seven Daily Tasks 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Aue81NV-V54 What if Snow White wasn’t just fighting an evil queen — she was also fighting clutter, grime, and streaky mirrors? In this fun and practical episode, Julie and Janis take you on a whimsical journey through a fractured fairy tale version of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs — reimagined for the modern home as Snow White and the Seven Daily Tasks. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by mess ...

The Princess & The Pea… Under the Fitted Sheet 🎧 Watch on YouTube What do dryer sheets, fitted sheets, and royalty have in common? They all show up in this hilarious and helpful fractured fairy tale episode of the JJs Declutter Podcast! Join Julie and Janis as they reimagine the classic tale The Princess and the Pea —this time with a modern twist featuring mattress care, under-bed chaos, and yes… the impossible task of folding a fitted sheet. 👑 In This Episode: · ✨ A modern retelling...

A Fractured Fairy Tale by The JJs 🎙️ Epi 24 – Rapunzel’s Tangled Tales of Hair & Home 🧼✨ Practical tips hidden in a fairy tale twist! 📺 Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MsqyNL1d-44 🌐 Show notes & resources: www.TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com 🪮 Episode Summary: In this delightfully tangled episode, co-hosts Julie and Janis give Rapunzel a modern-day decluttering makeover. From hairbrush disasters to product overload and clogged drain dragons, it’s all wrapped in humor and super...

Hosts: Julie Weisgerber & Janis Kosmala (The JJs) 🎙️ In this special bonus episode of Magazine Moments Judgy Pants, Julie and Janis dive into a Real Simple article titled “10 Things You’ll Always Regret Throwing Away.” But do we really regret tossing that mug from 1998? With humor, practicality, and a sprinkle of sass, your favorite decluttering duo breaks down which sentimental and practical items might be worth keeping—and which are just masquerading as guilt traps. 💬 Expect laugh...