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The Lazy Genius Podcast

by Kendra, The Lazy Genius · English · Learning

Part systems expert, part permission giver, Kendra Adachi, The Lazy Genius, is here to help you be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don't.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 45 min
Latest: 12 Oct 2026
Language: English

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12 Oct 2026 · 39 minNew

How to Take the Stress Out of Laundry

Laundry is universal. Everyone wears clothes, generally every day. Those clothes get dirty and must be washed, sometimes every day. It’s just a constant part of life that will not stop. So since we can’t stop doing laundry, let’s figure out how to take the stress out of it. Let’s make it as simple and pleasant and compassionate and functional as possible so that we’ll still be able to do it without losing our minds. Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode #21: The Lazy Genius Does LaundryEpisode #113: The Lazy Genius Does Laundry…

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8 Oct 2026 · 18 min
5 Essential Mindsets for Time Management (Rerun)
Today is the second birthday of my book The PLAN: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius. So in celebration of that book which is all about compassionate time management, we’re going to share one of the most popular episodes I’ve ever done.This episode is the backbone of what it means to manage your time like a Lazy Genius. You’ll get five essential reminders about how to think about your time before you start actually planning it. I hope you love it!Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode 177: The Lazy Genius Plans a DayEpisode 198:…
5 Oct 2026 · 43 min
When Your People Don’t Follow the Plan
If you’re listening to a time management self-help podcast like this one, you’re probably the captain of your home. You’re the one with the ideas, and that’s wonderful. But it’s tiring, too. If you feel like your home would work better if your spouse or kids would just get on board, this episode is for you.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Sam Kelly and Notice and DoDestini Ann on InstagramJackie Kelley’s book So I Married a HumanEpisode #409: How to Parent When Your Kid Is AnnoyingEpisode #337: How to Lazy Genius Division of…
28 Sep 2026 · 47 min
A Fall Bucket List (But Better)
Why better? Well, bucket lists, while wonderful, also carry a lot of pressure. So today, let’s make a list of favorite things you love about fall – things you want to eat, drink, cook, see, smell, watch, listen to, and do before we hit Thanksgiving. And then I’ll share some ideas on how to incorporate your fall favorites into your life. Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.My Golden Milk instagram postNorth Carolina Homesick candlePink Moon by Nick DrakeBreezy Instrumental, my most popular playlist forever (Spotify)So You Married a…
24 Sep 2026 · 24 min
How to Fix Dinner When You’re Never Home (Rerun)
Maybe you started August and September with a little more of a plan around dinner but ran out of freezer meals and ideas pretty quickly. If that’s the case, I hope this episode is super helpful as you figure out how to eat meals and feed your people if you have them even when schedules are bonkers. Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode #278: How to Manage Your Time this FallEpisode #121: How to Build a Fall Dinner QueueEpisode #276: How to Pack Lunch for WorkMy pal Anna Sale’s podcast Death, Sex, and MoneyEpisode #225: The Shoe…
21 Sep 2026 · 40 min
A Guide to Family Meetings (including uncut audio from mine)
Family meetings are a new addition for us, but they have been wildly successful and helpful to get everyone on the same page. I recorded our family meeting from a few weeks ago and will share a snippet of that during this episode. That way, you can hear how it actually works for us and also how chaotic my children are. Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Instagram post about efficiencyEpisode #294: How to Celebrate Your Own BirthdaySign up for our every-other-week podcast recap emailSign up for my once-a-month newsletterSign up for my…
14 Sep 2026 · 50 min
How to Get Stronger Without Making It Your Whole Life
Protein, strength, body recomposition, weighted vests, magnesium, the new darling of the food world: cottage cheese… all of these things are everywhere. It feels like every other post I see on Instagram is about women’s health.I think that physically caring for ourselves is a fairly universal hope, especially for women. But we’re still figuring out how to do that with wisdom and reason. Luckily, you can Lazy Genius anything, including this, so let’s do it.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Caroline Girvan (YouTube strength…
7 Sep 2026 · 52 min
10 Essential Rules for Life Admin
Life admin is a bear. There’s healthcare, insurance, home care, auto care, childcare, finances and budgeting and investing, taxes, schedules, legal stuff. And it does not include regular daily things like meals and chores and doing your job and taking a shower and going to sleep. I’m already sweating.This stuff feels so huge, sometimes unbearably so. Here are 10 essential rules for life admin (and they’re probably not the rules you’re expecting).Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Fair Play by Eve RodskySign up for our…
31 Aug 2026 · 39 min
#484 - Decide What You Want More Of
Last week, we decided what we’re done with, and this week we’re going to add instead of subtract. By the end of this episode, I want you to have identified one pleasurable thing that you enjoy and have a plan to add it to your life. One is better than zero, and six will lead to zero because it’s too big. So we’re going to start with one, and I’m really excited about it.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode #483: Decide What You’re Done WithEpisode #178: How to Start a HobbyEpisode #280: How to Find Your Personal StyleSign up for…
24 Aug 2026 · 47 min
#483 - Decide What You’re Done With
Y’all, I always struggle this time of year. The two weeks before school starts have historically left me feeling stressed, anxious, and ready for some simplicity. The simplicity does come (sort of) with the start of the school year and a normal routine, but all of the scurrying and extras can wear a person down.Today, I want to share a way to think about your time commitments and responsibilities through a Lazy Genius lens so that you can decide what you’re done with and remove that thing so that you can leave space for what matters more.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask…
17 Aug 2026 · 46 min
#482 - How to Parent Teenagers LOL
Because who actually knows how to parent teenagers? I definitely don’t know what I’m doing, but I’ll take a shot at talking about it.If you’re not a parent but still want a dose of Monday morning Lazy Genius, try Episode 378: 13 Principles that Will Change Your Life. It’s The Lazy Genius Way’s birthday month, and that episode from a couple of years ago is all about the original 13 Lazy Genius principles, which could be a nice reminder this time of year. Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode 378: 13 Principles that Will Change…
13 Aug 2026 · 27 min
Bonus: How to Get Out the Door (Rerun)
As you can tell, today is not Monday. Today is Thursday, but on the occasional Thursday, we share a bonus episode from the archives that we think will be helpful this time of year. Since it’s the end of August and regular rhythms have already or are about to pick up, we’ve got to figure out how to get out the door. Here’s an episode from years’ past about getting out the door with not only the stuff we need but with kindness, too.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email.Sign up for my…
10 Aug 2026 · 44 min
#481 - What's Saving My Life
This is a phrase popularized by Barbara Brown Taylor, and it’s a simple question that helps you notice and contentedly appreciate where you are right now. What’s saving your life right now? My list is pretty light-hearted this season, but no matter what is on your list or mine, the practice is what matters. Notice what is happening in your life, the good things that make it lighter, easier, or better, and celebrate them.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.The board game Magical AthleteBrick deviceEadem sunscreen primer stickMerit…
3 Aug 2026 · 49 min
#480 - Office Hours
One of the greatest benefits of being a Lazy Genius is learning how to solve problems in a smarter, smaller, kinder way, and these Office Hours episodes are like getting in our reps. Even if these problems aren’t yours, it’s great practice to see how Lazy Genius principles can impact quite literally every single problem out there. Today, I’m answering questions sent in via email.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode #238: How to Get Stuff Done When You Don’t Feel Like ItEpisode #337: How to Lazy Genius Division of LaborGet on…
30 Jul 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to For the Love with Jen Hatmaker
Joy isn't the reward you earn after all the work is done. Joy is the work. That's what a new series on For the Love with Jen Hatmaker is all about, the Sacred Yes. It's choosing delight, rest, and pleasure on purpose because saying yes to yourself, that's the thing that finally lets you fill your table with everybody else. Come find your Sacred Yes with Jen. Follow and listen to For the Love wherever you get your podcasts.
27 Jul 2026 · 53 min
#479 - Back to School Checklist
The start of school might still be several weeks away for some of you, but there are ways that we can make that transition easier by doing just a little bit of thinking and planning now.Helpful Companion LinksOrder my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy.Episode #274: The Back-to-School Starter PackSign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens.Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter.Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen or The Lazy Genius Way! (Affiliate links)Download a transcript of this episode.Want…
20 Jul 2026 · 48 min
#478 - How I Handle My Kids and Phones
When I shared in last month’s newsletter that my teenage boys finally got cell phones, the response was overwhelming. It was so big, we pivoted our plan for today’s episode to talk about it. This is such a personal conversation, which is why I’m going to share our personal experience. This isn’t prescriptive nor should it be. But in the age of parenting kids and especially teenagers, I think we need all the examples we can get. So whether your kid has had a phone for years, you’re years away from thinking about it, or somewhere in between, hopefully this episode offers encouragement to…
13 Jul 2026 · 45 min
#477 - What Is and Isn’t Working For Me This Summer
Last week, I shared all kinds of tips from you guys about making summer easier, and this week I’m sharing the things that have and have not worked for me in my house. A list is always a good time. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Let us know how we’re doing in our annual survey Magical Athlete Emily P. Freeman Shannan Martin Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter. Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen or The Lazy…
9 Jul 2026 · 37 min
Bonus: 10 Things I Always Do When I Have People Over (Rerun)
Today is a bonus episode perfect for the middle of the summer. Chances are good you’re having people over or very much want to. Summer feels like an ideal time to finally open your home and invite more people over for a cookout or hangout, or to watch the World Cup, which you still have a couple of weeks to do. Whether you’re a seasoned host, freaked out about inviting people over, or somewhere in the middle, this episode will be a big help. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Let us know how we’re doing in our annual survey My…
6 Jul 2026 · 57 min
#476 - Crowdsourced Tips for an Easier Summer
We are smackdab in the middle of summer, and now seems like a great time to assess what’s working and what’s making summer easier. One of the best parts about being a Lazy Genius is getting better at solving small problems. The more we keep things small, the more helpful change we actually make, and this episode is that in a nutshell. Thanks to everyone who sent in so many great ideas. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Let us know how we’re doing in our annual survey Episode #266: How to Lazy Genius a Summer at the Pool Sign up…
29 Jun 2026 · 58 min
#475 - The Dinner Bowl Formula
Every time I make a meal in a bowl, it’s like I’m writing a love letter to myself. And dinner bowls are wildly helpful in the summer. Having a dinner bowl formula that you can personalize for your own set of summer dinners is going to be a huge help when you are too hot and tired to think about dinner, much less cook it. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Find out everything about The Playbooks here. Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest…
22 Jun 2026 · 41 min
#474 - Kindly Living with Your Kids All Summer Long
This is an episode to help us be kind people to our people, particularly in this summer season when kids are usually home. We all want to be kind people, to be thoughtful about how we treat each other, and in the pressure cooker of a weird summer, kindness and thoughtfulness might get compromised. Today, I’m sharing seven typical obstacles to being home with people for a long stretch of time and how to approach them from a kind Lazy Genius perspective. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Episode #473: How to Deal with a Messy House…
15 Jun 2026 · 44 min
#473 - How to Deal with a Messy House All Summer Long
If your summer looks different than the rest of the year because you have kids at home and everything is more chaotic or your rhythms are a little different because of summer activities and travel and just reading more than tidying, this episode is for you. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. The Stone Roses by The Stone Roses Creature of Habit by Courtney Barnett Pumpkin by Georgie Parker Group Project by Hi Lo Jack Music Speaks Louder Than Words by Candi Staton To Keep by Dominique Adams Big Flower Light Go Bloom by Henry Jamison…
8 Jun 2026 · 46 min
#472 - Easy Summer Reading Ideas
We’ve collected a handful of great summer reading ideas across several categories that I’m going to share with you today, along with my own personal ideas. Plus, we have some reading questions, kind of like Office Hours, that I’ll sprinkle throughout. We’re going to talk about reading vibes, ways to read more, permission to read what works for you, and lots more. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Get this month’s Book List by signing up here or peeking through the archive Bookmark strap Episode #471: Easier Summer Chores for…
4 Jun 2026 · 21 min
Bonus: 5 Things to Do Before Summer Begins (Rerun)
Today is a bonus episode for you that I think will help you ease into summer. We like to release favorite reruns so you don’t have to go digging for an episode that would be great to listen to right now! In this episode, you’ll walk through five clear steps to help you figure out what this season is going to be about for you. This is my favorite kind of planning: kindly thinking about a season, naming a few things to help anchor me, and doing what actually matters. I hope you enjoy it! Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Learn more…
1 Jun 2026 · 46 min
#471 - Easier Summer Chores for Families
When kids are home all the time, the house gets dirtier, patience gets shorter, and the pressure to make every day count mounts. Today, we’re going to talk about how to create easier summer chores for families in a very Lazy Genius way. The first part of the episode will be about you and how you think as a parent of these kids, and the second part will be some practical ideas of how to get chores done in your house without you and your kids hating the chores or each other. Let’s jump in. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Episode…
25 May 2026 · 46 min
#470 - How I’m Making My Summer Plans Happen
Every summer, I go into the season with big plans. As my kids grow and as our season of life changes, my approach to the summer feels a little different each time. It can even occasionally feel like starting over. That’s why I love using The Lazy Genius Method to think through the summer and make those plans happen in the most Lazy Genius way possible. I’m sharing what I’m doing in hopes this season and maybe you’ll hear an idea or two you want to try, too. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Check out The Playbooks here Episode…
18 May 2026 · 43 min
#469 - How to Lazy Genius Annoying Responsibilities
I’ve got ‘em, you’ve got ‘em, we’ve all got ‘em. Annoying responsibilities like scheduling doctor’s appointments, updating insurance, renewing stuff, car maintenance, making phone calls. There are a slew of things that are super responsible but also highly annoying that can make even the most organized, zen person have a full come apart. So let’s talk about how to Lazy Genius those annoying responsibilities. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Use code BUNDLE to get four individual Playbooks for $50 Email us your summer reading idea…
13 May 2026 · 4 min
Introducing Family Lore
Family Lore is a weekly narrative podcast that celebrates and investigates ancestral mystique. Each episode begins with a guest sharing a fascinating family legend, followed by a historical deep-dive to uncover the truth and meaning behind the tale. Available now. https://link.pscrb.fm/f0281/FLFD
11 May 2026 · 45 min
#468 - What’s Saving My Life
Once a quarter, I share the things that have been saving my life that season, and I hope it’s encouragement for you all to make your own list. I just love how this practice helps us stay grounded where we are, pay attention to small things that matter, and just find more joy. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Jeni’s Ice Cream Grocery Store Locator Oh Clementine chunky hoop earrings Levi 94 Baggy Wide Legged Jeans Inspector Gamache series by Louise Penny 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Episode #462: The Lazy Genius Guide to Planning a…

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Part systems expert, part permission giver, Kendra Adachi, The Lazy Genius, is here to help you be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don't.

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