Declutter Empress Radio

Declutter Empress Radio

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. 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

  2. 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
  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 10/28/2025

    Your Legacy, Not Your Stuff: Simplifying Moves for Seniors and Families with Jeannine Bryant

    Ep. 73 The average American home holds over 300,000 items. What happens when it’s time to let go? After decades in the same home, moving can feel overwhelming — especially when every corner holds a memory. In this heartfelt episode of Declutter Empress Radio, host Derria Murphy sits down with Jeannine Bryant, senior move manager, author of Keep the Memories, Not the Stuff, and founder of Changing Spaces SRS, to explore the emotional and practical process of rightsizing for seniors and their families. Jeannine shares expert strategies for helping aging adults simplify their spaces before a move — not just to make room in a smaller home, but to pass on their legacy while they’re still here to share the stories behind their heirlooms. From family discussions about sentimental items to holiday gifting of meaningful keepsakes, Jeannine helps families avoid leaving 300,000 decisions for their loved ones later. You’ll learn how to let go with love, plan moves in advance, and approach this life transition with peace and purpose. What You’ll Learn: The difference between downsizing and rightsizing for your next chapter How to decide what to keep, donate, or gift before you move Ways to include children and grandchildren in the decluttering process Why letting go early helps reduce stress and preserve family harmony Resources Mentioned: 📘 Keep the Memories, Not the Stuff by Jeannine Bryant 🌐 easyrightsizing.com 📲 Follow @EasyRightSizing on Facebook and Instagram Chapters: 0:00 Right Sizing: Simplifying Moves for Seniors and Families 6:59 Releasing Sentimental Items and Embracing Memories 13:16 Right Sizing Your Home for Life's Changing Stages 15:00 Letting Go of Possessions and Embracing Emotional Release 23:40 Overcoming Downsizing Challenges with Strategic Planning 28:43 Holiday Decluttering and Family Bonding Through Rightsizing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  6. 09/30/2025

    Moving Abroad: What to Take and What to Leave Behind

    Ep. 72 No matter where you decide to move on this earth, you need to know what to do with your things. In this episode, I’m giving you a framework on how to do this seamlessly. These tips will help you determine what to take with you, what to get rid of, and what to leave behind. We’ll talk about everything from storage units, organizations to donate to that will actually use your items, and voltage adapters. (Yes. Voltage adapters! 😊) Donation sites mentioned in this episode: Cara Collective |Chicago Dress for Success  |New York Salvation Army Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    15 min

  7. 08/26/2025

    Merging Lives: Maximize Tiny Home or RV Space

    Ep. 71 We’re concluding our Merging Lives series with Coliving in Tiny Homes and RVs. In this episode, I will share how to maximize this living space without sacrificing comfort or personality. So, whether you have considered downsizing or making the most of your current space, these tips will help you create your oasis. From multipurpose furniture to creative storage solutions, you will discover how to transform your living area into a haven of ease and style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    13 min

  8. 07/29/2025

    Merging Lives: Picking the Right College Roommate + Share Common Spaces

    Ep. 70 College move-in day is exciting—until your “hoarder” roommate fills every inch of shared space with freebies. 😩 In this candid episode of Declutter Empress Radio, Derria welcomes her daughter Anya—a recent college graduate with firsthand experience navigating co-living dynamics during school, including the complexities of pandemic-era housing. From “empty haulers” to "the good roomy" Anya unpacks the personalities you might meet in shared spaces and how to keep the peace. ✨ Whether you're heading to a dorm or your first off-campus apartment, this episode is packed with practical tips on: Setting and respecting boundaries 🧍🏽‍♀️↔️🧍🏾‍♀️ Managing clutter in shared areas 🧽 Communicating expectations without causing drama 💬 Making your co-living space feel like home—even when it’s shared 💬 "If you're not willing to compromise, you need to live solo." — Anya Plus, a surprise guest (Derria’s grandson!) makes his debut during this heartwarming and insightful convo. #MergingLives #DormRoomDynamics #CollegeRoommates #DeclutterEmpress #BackToSchool #RoommateTips #MinimalistLiving #MotherDaughterTalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
See All (77)

5
out of 5
10 Ratings

About

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

Information

  • Creator
    Declutter Empress Radio
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Declutter Empress Radio