Declutter Empress Radio

Declutter Empress Radio
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This monthly podcast will provide you with snippets on how to live a clutter-free life. Your host, Derria, is a strong believer in self-care and encourages anyone to live a joyful and clutter-free life on purpose. Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com. New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. About the Host Derria Murphy is a seasoned organizer and host of the Declutter Empress Radio Podcast. With a passion for functional living spaces and effective organizational strategies, she guides her audience on achieving serene and clutter-free environments. Known for her practical tips and engaging storytelling, Derria empowers listeners to simplify their lives and create personal oases at home. Her expertise extends beyond decluttering, as she also explores productivity tools and mindset shifts necessary for maintaining organized, peaceful living spaces. Music from Uppbeat: Forest of the Ancients License code: 0KOOY8HJKZR12GWC Make me Clean License code: DVF8I1ZGBMCSA75W

  1. 1d ago

    Your Notes App Is Smarter Than You Think

    Ep. 81 The Notes app on your phone isn't just a place for random thoughts, it's one of the most powerful productivity tools already sitting in your pocket. In the final episode of the What's on Your Phone? series, Derria shares simple ways to organize your digital notes without making life more complicated. Learn how to use hashtags, smart folders, and built-in search features to quickly find recipes, invoices, ideas, and important information when you need it most. Whether you use Apple Notes, Google Keep, Microsoft OneNote, Notion, or Evernote you'll discover practical strategies to reduce digital overwhelm, avoid unnecessary subscription costs, and create a note-taking system that actually works for your lifestyle. If you've ever thought, "I know I saved that somewhere," this episode is for you. Resources: Email declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube Book a virtual decluttering session with Derria New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    15 min

  2. May 26

    Easily Free Up Space on Your Phone

    Ep.80 Part 2 Having too many apps on your phone drains your battery and clutters your storage space. Because after all these free apps aren’t really free, since  you’re paying for extra storage. In part two of the What’s On Your Phone series I’m sharing tips on how you can get rid of some of your apps for good and an effortless way to organize the ones you want to keep. From eliminating duplicate apps to grouping related apps together, this episode provides actionable advice to simplify your digital space. Resources: Libby App: A library app for accessing free audiobooks. Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    16 min

  3. Apr 28

    Before You Buy More Storage, Listen to This

    Ep.79 We’re being nickeled and dimed for storage fees on our phones. In part one of the What’s on Your Phone series, I’m sharing how you can organize and curate your bookmarks to depend less on storage and find your links easier.   Episode Mentioned Ep. 76 You Don't Need Another App | Podcasts Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min

  4. Mar 31

    3 Things You Always Need to Stay Organized

    Ep. 78 What do we want from our spring-cleaning efforts? Simplicity! By the end of this episode, you will have three easy to apply action steps that tell you where to put items you use every day! Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min

  5. Feb 24

    6 Ways to Share Resources for Sustainability

    Ep. 77 What if decluttering wasn’t about throwing things away… but about building community? Cooperatives show us a way. Shared ownership. Shared knowledge. Shared Success. Everyone wins. Sustainability isn’t a one-person job. When we help each other, we thrive. When we share, we grow. Inspired by the film "Farming While Black" and the legacy of activist Fannie Lou Hamer, Derria discusses practical approaches like starting co-ops, exchanging goods, and promoting skill-sharing. From sharing your car to swapping paper products to growing tomatoes in your backyard, she offers six practical action steps to help you practice kindness, practicality, and sustainability in your own circle. Connect with Me: Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Let’s start the conversation with friends and begin to act as a collective to start change today! Chapters: 00:00 Why Sharing Is the New Decluttering00:47 Farming While Black & The Power of Co-Ops02:10 Fannie Lou Hamer & Community Self-Sufficiency02:49 Letting Go of Extreme Independence04:07 Decluttering as an Act of Multiplying Joy05:35 Rethinking Donations & Pricing Culture 08:25 No-Buy Community Pages09:00 Use Your Group Text & Word of Mouth10:02 Swap & Split Bulk Essentials11:12 Grow Something Small13:33 Learn, Sew & Repurpose Clothing14:45 Grow What You’ll Actually Use Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    20 min

  6. Jan 27

    You Don't Need Another App

    Ep. 76 Dear friend, 2026 called and it wants you to work with ease and not strain. In today’s episode, I’m going to help you create an oasis for your digital space for a smoother workflow so we’re going back to the basics because we don't want to work harder. So, whether you’re an entrepreneur, a solopreneur or work a W2 you will have a smoother and cleaner workflow without being bogged down with a bunch of apps. Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min
  7. Hibernation Season: Making Space for Comfort and Calm

    12/23/2025

    Hibernation Season: Making Space for Comfort and Calm

    Ep. 75 Now is the time for winter hibernation. Please enjoy this earlier episode released in January of this year, on how to create comfort zones for yourself. I’m sure many of you are planning out your 2026, but I’m here to give you permission to stop, slow down, and relax. This is your time to create a winter haven for yourself and personally connect with family, friends, and your community. Subscribe for more tips like this. Key Takeaways: Creating a Winter Oasis: Transform your home into a cozy haven that supports emotional wellness during long winter months. Heritage and Possessions: Understanding the cultural significance of keeping sentimental items and how they connect to familial and historical narratives. Combating Seasonal Depression: Practical strategies like creating comfort zones, repurposing items, and celebrating small moments can uplift spirits. Personal Connection and Wellness: The importance of personal items and spaces in maintaining mental health and reflecting on personal and cultural identity. Connect with Derria: Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com Video tutorials: Declutter Empress Radio - YouTube New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    18 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    Hidden Costs of Organizing Bins

    Ep. 74 Are bins and baskets helping you get organized—or quietly making your home more chaotic? If you’ve ever bought a new storage container hoping it would finally get your space under control, this episode of Declutter Empress Radio, uncovers the behavioral, financial, and emotional traps that keep clutter lingering—no matter how many baskets you buy. This episode will help you: Reevaluate the true purpose of your storage systems Identify when bins are helping—and when they’re hiding clutter Reduce unnecessary spending on “organizational must-haves” Create a functional, accessible, peaceful home without buying more stuff Build sustainable habits that support long-term clarity and calm If you’re ready to transform your home into a genuine oasis and reclaim mental space in the process, don’t miss this powerful conversation on decluttering strategies, organizational challenges, and the real cost of over-organizing. Resources: Derria Murphy | Declutter Empress Radio | Podcast Host https://www.jazzcastpros.com/declutterempressradioe: declutterempressradio@gmail.comp: 219.644.5236 Available on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/declutter-empress-radio/id1409883016 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7Dqlhyhul2lb55rTh8TM9N?si=2f5b20940d304e44 iHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-declutter-empress-radio-30985520/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min
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This monthly podcast will provide you with snippets on how to live a clutter-free life. Your host, Derria, is a strong believer in self-care and encourages anyone to live a joyful and clutter-free life on purpose. Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com. New episodes every last Tuesday of the month. About the Host Derria Murphy is a seasoned organizer and host of the Declutter Empress Radio Podcast. With a passion for functional living spaces and effective organizational strategies, she guides her audience on achieving serene and clutter-free environments. Known for her practical tips and engaging storytelling, Derria empowers listeners to simplify their lives and create personal oases at home. Her expertise extends beyond decluttering, as she also explores productivity tools and mindset shifts necessary for maintaining organized, peaceful living spaces. Music from Uppbeat: Forest of the Ancients License code: 0KOOY8HJKZR12GWC Make me Clean License code: DVF8I1ZGBMCSA75W

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  • Creator
    Declutter Empress Radio
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    81
  • Rating
    Clean
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