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Episodes
Reflections on Motherhood
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Please listen in, subscribe, and take 2 minutes to leave us a review on Apple or your favorite podcast app. It means so much to us! We would love to...
Did Minimalism Burn Us Out? A 10-Year Reflection
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt that urge to just get rid off everything you own and completely simplify? The things in your home seem to take over, it's constantl...
Near Death and New Beginnings
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 5 of the NEW season of Cohesive Home! We are back with the craziest of updates on where we've been since last summer's episodes and...
Homebodies
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel most comfortable at home OR love being out in the world, around other people? In this episode, Kate and Melissa talk about how they've bot...
Summer Travel and Books
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
By the time you hear this episode, Kate and Melissa are well underway with their BIG summer plans. Listen in to hear how they're intentionally making ...
Organization
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa and Kate chat about how they stay organized and the many ways they get off track. We would love to hear from you, send us an email at cohes...
Cohesive Home is BACK!
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
SURPRISE! Kate and Melissa have jumped back on the mic and share where they have been the last 5 years, as well as future plans for Cohesive Home. W...
58: Plaine Products and the Zero Waste Movement with Lindsey McCoy
18 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
To connect with Kate or Melissa head to : Kate: @thestreamlinedlife Melissa: wildair.blog Interested in the zero or low-waste lifestyle? Need some fre...
57: Parenting Peacefully + the Montessori Method with Simone Davies
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Interested in a more peaceful way of parenting and a simpler home experience for your children? In episode 57 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate inter...
56: 5 Tips to Being More Intentional and Less Reactive
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 56 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa tackle a listener question about living intentionally. A listener said "How do you all...
55: Organizing Your Life and Reaching Your H.E.A.R.T. Goals with Whitney English
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Planners, goal setting, and habit shifts with Whitney English in episode 55 of the Cohesive Home Podcast. Whitney English, founder of Day Designer, a ...
54: When Your Family is Overwhelmed and Out of Sync
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Has your family ever been in a total funk where life seems out of sync? In Episode 54 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa chat about a conc...
53: Financial Freedom with Jessi Fearon
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you could sit down with a financial expert and get practical advice? Well, we here you! In Episode 53 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, we in...
52: Goal Setting for the New Year
17 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How do you goal set for the New Year? In Episode 52 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa give you full access to their goal setting process ...
51: Simple Holidays
03 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Already feeling stressed by the holidays? Need permission to simplify and celebrate in the way that is best for YOUR family? In this episode, Kate and...
50: Jennifer Pepito
21 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
For Episode 50 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, we're welcoming Jennifer Pepito: homeschooling mom of 7 and owner of Peaceful Press, a homeschooling curr...
49: Living Simply at Home
08 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know all the ways you can lead a simple life at home? In this episode of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa share the 4 main ways you ...
48- The Nester
25 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Nester is in the (Cohesive) House! Join Kate and Melissa for a chat with Myquillin Smith, better known as the Nester, about how you can create you...
47: Change
11 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever faced a really difficult decision about your kids? In episode 47 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate are bringing it with vul...
46: Back to Fall Routines
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling, planners, and fall routines for the win! Kate and Melissa are back fun and informative episode about how they are working the homeschoo...
45: For the Love of Homemaking
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Has homemaking gotten a bad rap? In Episode 45 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate tackle the meaning of the word "homemaker" and update it...
Episode 44: Back in the Saddle
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa and Kate are back from their epic break and jumping back into the podcasting saddle with Episode 44 of the Cohesive Home Podcast. In this epis...
Interview Series | Grace Druecke : The Bali Market
13 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In our first interview of 2018 Melissa chats with Grace Druecke of the Bali Market. She shares her inspiration behind her beautifully curated shop and...
43: Kids Spaces
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
No matter their age, all kids crave a space to call their own, whether it's a bunk in a shared room with siblings or their own bedroom. In EP 43, Kate...
42: Dreams Over Fear
02 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Overcoming fears and chasing dreams: in episode 42 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate share step-by-step how to face down your fears and ...
41: The One About Christmas
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
DISCLAIMER!! We talk about SANTA in this episode. Please do not listen with your children if you don't want any childhood dreams crushed. =) SECOND DI...
40: Food Part Two
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 40 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa revisit one of their favorite topics: food. In this follow-up to episode Episode 9 "Sim...
Interview Series | Jeff and Andre Shinabarger
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In another round of our Interview Series, Kate chats with Jeff and Andre Shinabarger-- social entrepreneurs, community builders, and parents with a...
39: Your Life as a Story
24 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder if your life would make a good movie? Or is your life still stuck in the opening credits? In this episode, Kate and Melissa share a uniq...
Interview Series | Sarah Kopper
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What would it be like to live with no car? In today's episode, Melissa interviews Sarah Kopper. She's the co-host of both the Friendlier and Family P...
Q & YAY: 005
29 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kate and Melissa are back with another short and sweet Q&YAY! In Q&YAY episode 5, they answer the listener question, "how do you do it all?" The tw...
38: Building Online Community
27 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 38, Melissa and Kate team up with 4 other lady podcasts to chat about community. The two share their thoughts on building online ...
Q & YAY: 004
15 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Cohesive Home Q&YAY is a quick and feisty chat with Melissa and Kate to kick your weekend off right. In this episode, the two answer the question:...
Interview Series | Larisa Barth
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join Melissa as she speaks with Larisa Barth in the latest edition of our interview series. Larisa is a mother, entrepreneur, maker, and minimalist li...
37: How We Plan
05 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with a follow-up to our popular Episode 11: Planning. In this episode we share our favorite ways to plan and stay organized while raising ...
Q & YAY: 003
01 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what a day in the life looks like for Melissa and Kate? In Q & YAY Episode 3 the girls chat candidly about what a normal day looks like...
36: Homeyness
29 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Is it fall yet? In a land of pumpkin spice lattes and cozy throws, Kate and Melissa chat about a different way to create comfort in this week's episod...
Q & YAY: 002
25 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How do you deal with a partner who is a maximalist? In this Q & YAY episode, Melissa and Kate answer a listener's question on how to deal with a partn...
35: Kids Dreams
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What did you want to be when you grew up? In this episode, Kate and Melissa look back at their childhood dreams and compare them to where they are now...
Q & YAY: 001
18 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kate and Melissa for the first ever Q & Yay, a short chat where the two answer a listener question, share what they're loving right now, and upda...
34: Minimalism 5 Years Later
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What does the practice of minimalism look like 5 years later? In Episode 34, Melissa and Kate kick-off the third season with a look back at their mini...
33: Value of Self-Care
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
After a few weeks off from recording, Melissa and Kate are back chatting about the value of self-care in their daily routines. They share how they est...
32: The Slow Burn
09 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Some dreams just take time and perseverance; on this episode of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate share practical tips for staying the cours...
Interview Series | Katrina Onstad: "The Weekend Effect"
19 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Katrina Onstad, Canadian journalist and author of "The Weekend Effect" joins Kate on the podcast to chat about how to create a happier and more relaxe...
31: Change + Decluttering
12 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Big changes equals big purging: In this episode Melissa welcomes Kate back to the podcast after her maternity leave. The friends chat about Kate and h...
Interview Series | Nomad Yoga Family
05 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
From Canada to Argentina (and beyond) in an Earthroamer: Josh and Jenna are the inspiring couple behind the website Nomad Yoga Family. Although the co...
Interview Series | Sew the Land
21 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
From California Dreaming to East Coast Homesteading: in today's episode, Melissa chats with the family behind the homesteading blog and YouTube channe...
Interview Series | Cait Flanders
14 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Cait Flanders is a finance blogger, a minimalist, and the co-host of the Budget and Cents podcast. In 2011, she decided to get serious about paying of...
30: Back to Basics
07 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a cohesive home? In the 30th episode of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate share tips for identifying your family's values, creati...
29: Wisdom from the Little House Books
24 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny cakes, locusts, and creating homes: in episode 29, Kate and Melissa share the lessons they've learned about living simply from reading the "Lit...
28: Less But Better | Bathrooms
17 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Simplifying our homes by choosing quality over quantity: in this episode, Melissa and Kate start a new series in which they chat about applying the ph...
27: Living Simply by Your Values
04 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Toss the 10 step decluttering guides and tailor your simplicity approach to YOUR Values: In this episode, Melissa and Kate explore the idea of family-...
26: Minimalist Technology
18 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Would you ever give up social media? In this episode, Melissa shares how she recently deleted her Instagram account and what life has been like post-...
25: Our Favorite Baby Basics
04 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The mamas chat about the must have items for your baby and why you should consider going minimalist with baby gear. Whether you don't have kids or hav...
24: Dreaming Big as a Couple
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the two couples chat about what it takes to achieve dreams while also raising a family. They share their stories as well as chat abou...
23: Un-Goal Your New Year
06 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 23 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa share their thoughts on simplifying resolutions and instead encourage you to focus on int...
22: Values-Based Finances
16 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 22 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate share the ways each of their families handle spending and how they align finances with th...
21: Zero Waste Newbies
09 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 21 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa chat about creating a more sustainable home through zero waste living. They share some ea...
20: Adventuring as a Family
25 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 20, Kate and Melissa chat about the transformative effect of living adventurously as a family. Whether your curiosity to experience a new c...
19: Productivity & Creativity for Parents
18 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Kate and Melissa share their experiences of staying productive without hustling, how they try to prioritize family, and also find time to be creative....
18: Pre Holiday Purge
11 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Melissa and Kate chat about ways to pare down your kids' toy collection, helpful guidelines to decide what should stay and what shoul...
17: Living Seasonally
03 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the debut episode of the second season, Melissa and Kate share their thoughts on living simply, minimally, and in harmony with the seasons. They al...
16: Imperfect Homes
23 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Loving our stuff, imperfect homes, and dirty candles: Kate and Melissa share ridiculous stories about their imperfect homes, weird experiences with Ge...
15: Social Media: Love/Hate
10 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Practicing what we preach: Kate and Melissa chat about their thoughts on social media today and how to balance it with real life relationships.
Interview Series | Calli Birch: Storyweaver Mercantile
26 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Calli Birch shares her family's journey and how she transitioned from being an overworked teacher to a homeschool mama and entrepreneur. She also give...
14: Minimalist Homeschooling | Part 1
19 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Curriculum, Supplies, and Too Much Homeschool Stuff: How to make Homeschooling and Minimalism Compatible. In this episode, Kate and Melissa share thei...
13: Minimalist Wardrobes
06 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Remove closet clutter and love your wardrobe: Kate and Melissa share the juicy details behind their minimalist mama closets, how they create a daily u...
12: Newbie Decluttering Tips
22 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kate and Melissa chat about how to begin the journey toward a simpler home, and share some of their favorite tips for decluttering and...
11: Uncomplicated Planning
23 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Paper planners, digital calendars, and complicated schedules: in this episode, Kate and Melissa share the nuts and bolts of their planning methods. Pl...
10: Relax Your Summer
10 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hang up your hammock and grab a cold drink: In this episode, Kate and Melissa encourage you to relax this summer and embrace traveling lightly with yo...
09: Simple Family Food
25 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Fight the glut of food nonsense on the internet to cultivate simple menus, feed your family well, and keep everyone happy. In this episode, Kate and M...
08: Parenting Today
13 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Creativity, curiosity, and unconditional love: making parenting simple by choosing to cultivate these important traits in our children. Kate and Melis...
07: Creating Cohesive Spaces
27 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasies for the rest of us: why you should embrace the quirky ideas you have about what makes a place your home. Kate and Melissa share the offbeat ...
06: Simple Schedules
15 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Outta control schedules and frazzled families: how simplifying your schedule and saying no to unnecessary commitments lets you say yes to a more cohes...
05: Family Traditions
31 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do this daily: why simple rituals and traditions are the foundation of a cohesive home and will help your family to bond and make memories. In this ep...
04: Tech and Kids
16 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
"One more show, Mom!" Why taking intentional steps to reduce and monitor your kids' tech use will lead to a simpler and happier home. In this episode,...
03: Simplifying Tech
03 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Glued to your phone? Minimize your tech use and find sanity in your daily life through these practical tips. Kate and Melissa chat about being intenti...
02: Generational Clutter
16 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 2 we're chatting about family heirlooms, the real reason why storage units are a bad idea, and handling the guilt and emotions that often e...
01: Get To Know Cohesive Home
25 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Overflowing closets and jam-packed schedules? Minimalism is for everyone; learn how we kicked our clutter to the curb and simplified our homes and sch...