The Aspire Collective

04 | Minimalism: Hobbies & Collections

In this episode of The Aspire Collective podcast we finish our series on minimalism. We discuss how hobbies and collections can still fit into a minimalist lifestyle. We wrap up our conversation with some honest thoughts about experiences vs things. And of course we have positive news stories (02:45): Chiefs Player Celebrates Win by Covering Adoption Fees for Shelter Dogs [https://www.nbc4i.com/news/u-s-world/chiefs-player-celebrates-super-bowl-win-by-paying-adoption-fees-for-shelter-dogs/] & Boys With a Purpose Club [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/teacher-creates-gentlemans-club-to-help-young-boys-with-life-lessons/]. Main segment (08:36). Questions (33:27). Links/detailed show notes: theaspirecollective.com/hobbies

03 | Minimalism: Kids' Clutter

In this episode of The Aspire Collective podcast we talk about kids' clutter. The thorne in the side of any parent listening. We talk about some of the benefits of minimalism with kids as well as give our thoughts/tips on reducing kids' clutter. As always, we have some positive news (12:07): Community Helps Homeless Man After Woman Shames Him on Facebook [https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/fayette-county/woman-taunts-mcdonald-s-worker-for-sleeping-at-work-turns-out-there-s-more-to-story/961166073/] & Gary Sinise Foundation took 1,000 children of fallen soldiers and their families to Disney World [https://www.instagram.com/p/B7lv6k0HZvD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link]. Main Segment (17:45). Listener Questions (42:35). Links/detailed show notes: theaspirecollective.com/kidsclutter

02 | Minimalism: Sentimental Items

In this episode of The Aspire Collective podcast we continue our series on minimalism! We have a conversation about sentimental items. This can be incredibly challenging to deal with when you’re trying to pair down. We give you some thoughts and tips that can be useful when approaching your own sentimental items. But before that, we have more positive news stories: Man Comforts 96-Year-Old Woman on Plane Who is Afraid to Fly [https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3414/-039-He-Was-Her-Flight-Angel-039-Man-Comforts-96-Year-Old-Woman-Who-Is-Terrified-To-Fly] & Hundreds of Farmers Stay Silent at Auction so Family Can Buy Back Their Family Farm [https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3337/Hundreds-Of-Farmers-Stay-Silent-During-Auction-So-Family-Can-Buy-Back-Their-Family-Farm]. Links/detailed show notes: theaspirecollective.com/sentimental

01 | Why Minimalism

In this episode of The Aspire Collective podcast we kick off our series on minimalism! Sean and Vanessa talk about how they’ve handled all of the stuff they got after Sean's parents passed away, what they’ve learned throughout their years of decluttering, and the specific benefits they've experienced so far as a result. But before that, we have positive news stories (06:35): Fans Hold Up Woman in a Wheelchair During Concert [https://www.kxnet.com/news/local-news/weezer-fans-give-woman-in-wheelchair-a-boost/] & University of Tennessee Gives Scholarship to Bullied Student [https://www.foxnews.com/us/university-of-tennessee-gives-scholarship-bullied-student-who-designed-school-shirt]. Main segment (15:38). Listener questions (58:11). Links/detailed show notes: theaspirecollective.com/minimalism

00 | Trailer + Sean's Story

Welcome to the Aspire Collective podcast — I’m your host, Sean Bradford. In this episode I wanted to talk a little bit about what’s going to be on the show, and give you some background. Here, we’ll cover things like health, emotional wellness, meaningful relationships – and everything in between. One thing I want to mention and I can’t stress enough...we’re not pretending we’re experts. We’re just regular people trying to make our lives better one day at a time. This podcast is centered around that journey and we invite you to join along. Bonus interview (02:36) Detailed show notes: theaspirecollective.com/trailer