Aggie MacKenzie: Life, Mess, and Meaning
Practical talks with humour, heart, and hard-won wisdom
About the Speaker
Aggie MacKenzie is best known as the straight-talking co-host of How Clean Is Your House?, but she’s so much more than a cleaning expert. A former journalist and broadcaster, Aggie has spent years helping people bring order to chaotic lives with warmth, honesty, and no judgment.
She speaks candidly about everything from clutter and caregiving to menopause and mental health. Audiences love her thoughtful, funny, and deeply practical approach to life’s literal and emotional messes.
📚 Talk Options
All talks are 45–60 minutes long, with time for Q&A. She is available in person or online.
🏡 “The Stuff We Leave Behind”
Dealing with the homes and possessions of lost loved ones. A moving, often funny look at grief, memory, and letting go with love.
🧼 “Tidy House, Tidy Mind?”
Can cleaning really boost wellbeing? The surprising link between clutter, clarity, and mental health.
🧵 “Bin It or Brilliant?”
Do vinegar and cola really clean brass? Aggie busts common cleaning myths with laughter and logic.
🪮 “The Guilt Drawer”
Why we hold onto things we secretly want to ditch—and how to let go, guilt-free.
🔊 “I’m Not Your Maid!”
Why women still do most of the housework—and how to start sharing the load.
🧐 “Midlife Without the Crisis”
Rewriting the rules after 50: identity, reinvention, and the freedom to live life your way.
🙊 “The Care Sandwich”
Juggling children, partners, and elderly parents: survival stories and solidarity.
🌀 “Confessions of a Former Neat Freak”
Aggie shares her personal journey from perfectionism to self-compassion.
🧹 “Ask Aggie”
An open session where members can ask anything—from mould to mystery smells and family fallouts. Light-hearted, interactive, and packed with practical tips.
🙌 Why Book Aggie?
- Down-to-earth, relatable, and funny
- Practical takeaways and emotional insight
- A brilliant blend of wisdom and warmth
- Perfect for themed evenings, annual events, or something new and unexpected!
📅 Booking Details
Talk Length: 45–60 minutes plus Q&A
Format: In-person or online