UnStuff America! Podcast

Since 1999, Richard Lang and Judith Selby Lang as a collaborative team have been visiting Kehoe Beach, Point Reyes National Seashore in Northern California.They have rambled 1000 meters of tideline of this one beach hundreds of times to gather plastic debris washing out of the Pacific Ocean and from this one beach have collected over two tons of material. They share their individual and collaborative journeys as a practical guide and as a metaphor of how microphilanthropy and small acts of kindness and curiosity can shape a life of meaning, fun and deep connection. Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.  

Amy Schuber is a life and business coach and the host of the Inspired Conversations Podcast. Amy shares how a deadend corporate job and overwhelming fear motivated her to start her own business and launch a popular podcast. As she unstuffed her life, she saw the impact simplicity and living her values had on her home, her health and her happiness. Amy's journey from clutter to clarity is filled with small and incremental steps that led her to a thriving business and a harmonious home.  Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.  

Professor Gerald Torres, Trustee of the National Resources Defense Council & Board Chair of the Earth Day Network, shares wisdom gained from a lifetime of respect for the earth. Watching his mother make choices about her legacy as well as living in two cities has taught him how simple living can still be rich in experiences and meaning. From natural disasters to overflowing bookshelves, Gerald has great stories about the power and influence of consistent small actions. Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.

Sensei Victoria Whitfield talks about unleashing the healing power in everyday acts of kindness and compassion. Victoria’s personal journey from a soul-deadening corporate job to her current incarnation as a healer for entrepreneurs demonstrates how effective simplifying one’s life and a relentless big-hearted search for clarity can be in manifesting a life of love, generosity and impact. Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.  

Writer, actor +humorist Mellini Kantayya created a simple survey before leaving on vacation. She came home to find it had gone viral with over 75,000 signatures and national attention. While every action may not create this much buzz, ANY action can. Mel shares in her fun, no-nonsense style how anyone can make an impact in 15 minutes by being thoughtful and creating something super easy to share. Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.

It's always great to learn what internationally recognized thought leaders on operational excellence do at home to stay organized and productive. Joseph F. Paris Jr. proves he's not a "do as I say, not as I do" leader as his family adapts to living abroad in Germany. He shares his take on German recycling and consumption and shares his best productivity + travel hacks, too. Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.

Robert Lee is a co-founder and CEO of Rescuing Leftover Cuisine. A native of Queens, Robert grew up learning the value of food and saw a gap in how restaurants and the food industry dealt with waste. His 'aha' moment quickly turned into a thriving organization that redistributes millions of pounds of food, using social media and a simple app to mobilize ordinary citizens to pick up and deliver food fast. Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.

Thought leader, business coach and founder of Boldheart, Fabienne Fredrickson talks about awakening the bold heart in each of us to "play a bigger game." She also shares insight into capsule wardrobes and the simple way French women dress well with less. From closets to personal transformation, the same themes run through all Fabienne's choices: find what is simple, clean and heart-centered and run with it without regret or fear. Listen in to learn how you can activate your higher calling will simplifying your life.

Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.

Thought leader, business coach and founder of Boldheart, Fabienne Fredrickson talks about awakening the bold heart in each of us to "play a bigger game." She also shares insight into capsule wardrobes and the simple way French women dress well with less. From closets to personal transformation, the same themes run through all Fabienne's choices: find what is simple, clean and heart-centered and run with it without regret or fear. Listen in to learn how you can activate your higher calling will simplifying your life.

Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.

Spiritual teacher, poet, writer, and founder of Center for Spiritual Enlightenment Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian shares her passion for waking up, both personally and as a necessity for our communities. An impromptu poetry reading and a surprising story about a desk chair perfectly highlight her humanity, depth and sense of humor. Listen in to learn how you can easily shift your mindset and increase your happiness and freedom with less stress and a few laughs.

Learn more about “the most organized man in America” at andrewmellen.com.