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The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

1000 Hours Outside

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcastis the megaphone for the global 1000 Hours Outside movement, created to help people embrace hands-on living in a tech-saturated world. Hosted by bestselling author and founder Ginny Yurich, each episode explores the countercultural idea that kids - and adults - thrive when they choose real-world options over virtual ones. Featuring conversations with leading voices in parenting, nature, education, mental health, neuroscience, faith, and free play, and rooted in

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54:01

1KHO 900: Why Not Try? | Jean Stoffer and Grace...

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2026/08/26

Ginny Yurich sits down with acclaimed designer Jean Stoffer and her daughter Grace Start for a conversation that reaches far beyond beautiful homes. Jean shares the remarkable, decades-long journey from earning $3.85 an hour at an interior design firm to building Jean Stoffer Design and Stoffer Home alongside her family—a story filled with unexpected turns, new skills, big risks, and a willingness to keep asking, “Why not try?” Along the way, Jean and Grace offer a refreshing picture of what can

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1KHO 899: You’re Entitled to be a Happy, Healthy Mom...

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2026/08/25

Ginny Yurich sits down with psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Rick Hanson to talk about a truth mothers desperately need to hear: you deserve to be happy and healthy, too. Drawing from his new book A Happy Healthy Mom, co-written with his wife, Jan Hanson, Rick explains why motherhood can be profoundly depleting, and why caring for mothers is one of the most important ways we can care for children. Together, Ginny and Rick explore practical ways to lower demands, increase support, and build

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1KHO 898: Putting Mouth Tape On Your House |...

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2026/08/24

What if the secret to a calmer home isn’t organizing more—but taking more away? Ginny sits down with New York Times bestselling author Myquillyn Smith to talk about her new book, House Hushing, and a refreshingly different approach to decluttering. Myquillyn introduces “backwards decluttering”: temporarily removing the visual noise from a room before deciding what deserves to come back. The goal isn’t a picture-perfect minimalist home, but one with enough margin to handle the beautiful mess of real

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55:18

1KHO 897: All of Us Love Stories | Butch Hartman,...

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2026/08/23

What happens when a kid who simply loves to draw grows up to create some of the most recognizable cartoons of a generation? Ginny sits down with legendary animator Butch Hartman, creator of The Fairly OddParents and Danny Phantom, to talk about creativity, storytelling, faith, and why developing real skills still matters—even in the age of AI. Butch shares how his father encouraged his artistic gifts, his unlikely path from Michigan to Hollywood, and the years of learning that eventually allowed him

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1KHO 896: School And Regular Life Should Be A Lot...

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2026/08/22

What if the key to motivating young people isn’t lowering expectations—but changing the way we lead them? In this episode, Ginny sits down with Dr. David Yeager, author of 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People, to explore what’s really happening during the surprisingly long developmental window from puberty through the mid-20s.Dr. Yeager explains why young people are especially sensitive to respect and social status—and how parents, teachers, coaches, and employers can use a “mentor

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53:43

1KHO 895: One Afternoon In Nature Will Hold...

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2026/08/21

What if some of the most incredible nature experiences aren’t across the world, but right outside your door? In this episode, Ginny talks with wildlife filmmaker and “America’s Nature Guy” Peter Schriemer about helping families rediscover the extraordinary wildlife, landscapes, and adventures hiding in ordinary places. Peter shares how a childhood filled with homeschooling, curiosity, and freedom outdoors eventually led to a career creating nature films, and why conservation begins with learning to

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1KHO 894: The Sun is the Great Healer of Healers |...

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2026/08/20

What if one of the simplest ways to sleep better, feel more alert, and support our health is something humans have been doing forever—following the sun? Ginny sits down with British science journalist Linda Geddes, author of Chasing the Sun, to explore how profoundly light shapes our bodies, from circadian rhythms and melatonin to mood, energy, and sleep.Linda shares what happened when she increased her daytime light exposure and dramatically reduced artificial light at night—and how quickly her

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56:52

1KHO 894: I Was Never Behind | Cassidy Gard, Cosmic...

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2026/08/19

What if the hardest parts of your childhood didn’t have to define the rest of your life? Ginny sits down with Emmy Award-winning producer, author, and entrepreneur Cassidy Gard to talk about her memoir, Cosmic Goodness: Surrendering the Shadows to Live in the Light. Cassidy shares how growing up amid addiction, emotional neglect, instability, and a lack of protection shaped her sense of self, and how she eventually began recognizing the invisible ways those experiences followed her into

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54:50

1KHO 893: The Hidden Cost of Holding Everything...

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2026/08/18

Being the person who holds everything together can often look like strength but sometimes you’ve lost yourself along the way. Dr. Alison Cook joins Ginny Yurich for a fascinating conversation about the inner patterns that drive us to overfunction, rescue, please, perfect, compare, and keep going even if some resentment has crept in. Drawing from her fantastic new book, The Secure Soul, Alison explains the “controller” and “shadow” parts of ourselves, why old experiences of rejection and not

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58:06

1KHO 891: When Did Every Childhood Activity Start...

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2026/08/17

What if one of the most common ways we reward kids is actually working against their energy, mood, and ability to learn? Ginny sits down with nutritionist and bestselling author Kelly LeVeque to unpack what happens inside a child’s body after a blood sugar spike—and why the constant stream of juice boxes, candy, sports snacks, classroom treats, and sugary rewards may matter more than we realize. Kelly explains blood sugar in refreshingly simple terms and shares how protein, fat, fiber, and

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50:27

1KHO 890: Make Every Day A Masterpiece | Chris...

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2026/08/16

What do you want to leave behind - not just for the people you love, but in them? In this moving conversation, Ginny sits down with pastor and bestselling author Chris Hodges to talk about his book Legacy Letters: Timeless Principles I Learned, Lived, and Leave Behind. In Ginny's words, it's one of her favorite episodes ever!Chris shares why reaching his sixties, raising five children, and becoming a grandfather to 12 (with another on the way) changed the way he thinks about success. Instead of

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1KHO 889: One Of The Most Novel Things We Can Do Is...

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2026/08/15

In this joy-filled episode, Ginny sits down with positive psychology expert Dr. Elaine O’Brien, author of The Power of Play, to explore why play isn’t just for kids—and why adults may need it more than we realize. Elaine explains how play supports us physically, cognitively, socially, and emotionally, helping relieve stress, strengthen relationships, spark creativity, and bring more joy into everyday life. From adventurous and movement play to storytelling, puzzles, conversation, and simply having

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1KHO 888: Preventative Medicine is the Highest Form...

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2026/08/14

Walking may be one of the simplest things we do, but what if changing how we walk could improve our energy, balance, focus, and overall sense of well-being? Ginny sits down with Dr. Jacques MoraMarco and Dr. Yun Kim, authors of Walking Your Way to Vitality, to explore the powerful intersection of walking, breathwork, mindfulness, Tai Chi, and ancient East Asian medicine. They unpack the idea of “vitality”—physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being—and explain why prevention, rather than

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1KHO 887: Walking Is One Of Our Grandest Purposes On...

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2026/08/13

What if walking could change the way you see your entire life? Beloved author Sean Dietrich returns to the podcast to talk about his new memoir, I Would Walk 500 Miles, chronicling the month he and his wife, Jamie, spent walking the Camino de Santiago across Spain. What begins as a physical pilgrimage through mountains, mud, ancient villages, and crowded hostels becomes something far deeper like a journey into identity, faith, suffering, community, and what it means to discover who you really

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1KHO 886: Human Connection is Fragile | Jason...

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2026/08/12

What if the biggest problem in your relationships isn’t what you’re saying—but the fact that the other person hears it completely differently? Licensed therapist and author Jason VanRuler joins Ginny to talk about his new book, Discovering Your Communication Type, and the five communication styles—Peacemaker, Advocate, Thinker, Harbor, and Spark—that shape how we connect, handle conflict, and respond under pressure.Jason explains why great communication is often more about listening than speaking,

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1KHO 885: The Courage to Keep Going | Max Lucado,...

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2026/08/11

Life gets heavy for everyone. Max Lucado returns to the podcast for a conversation about resilience, purpose, burnout, and what keeps people moving forward when life feels uncertain. We talk about why seasons of waiting often shape us more than seasons of success, how remembering past victories builds confidence for future challenges, the surprising value of solitude in an always-connected world, and why courage is usually quieter than we imagine. It's a conversation about playing the long game in

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1KHO 884: Schedule in Time for Adventures | Alastair...

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2026/08/10

Ginny Yurich sits down with National Geographic Adventurer of the Year Alastair Humphreys for a conversation that will change the way you see the world just outside your front door. From spending just fifteen intentional minutes outdoors each day to noticing the trees, birds, and forgotten places we've stopped seeing, Alastair shares why adventure begins with paying attention. This episode is full of hopeful, practical ideas for families who want to reconnect with nature, raise curious kids, and

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1KHO 883: The Good News Outweighs The Bad News |...

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2026/08/09

What if the hardest parts of your story aren't the end—but the beginning of God's redemption?In this deeply moving conversation, Ginny sits down with bestselling author and radio host Susie Larson to explore how trust in God can transform even the most painful circumstances. Susie shares the remarkable story of overcoming childhood trauma, chronic illness, and decades of fear to discover a faith that is stronger than suffering. Together, they discuss why healing begins with knowing you're deeply

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1KHO 882: Helping Parents Navigate Digital Landscapes...

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2026/08/08

Ginny sits down with Leslie Tyler of Pinwheel to talk about helping children develop self-control, good judgment, and genuine connection long before they ever have unrestricted access to technology. From the myth of finding the "perfect age" for a first phone to practical ways families can build healthy digital habits together, this conversation is packed with hopeful, realistic wisdom that leaves parents feeling equipped instead of overwhelmed. If you've ever wondered how to prepare your kids for a

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1KHO 881: School Should Start Much Later | Dr. Joseph...

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2026/08/07

Some of the biggest challenges facing kids today have less to do with motivation and more to do with biology. Sleep scientist Dr. Joseph Dzierzewski from the National Sleep Foundation explains why nearly half of American children aren't getting the sleep they need, why teenagers are being asked to learn at the worst possible time of day, and how a lack of sleep affects everything from mood and learning to mental health and even car accidents. Ginny and Dr. Dzierzewski also dive into daylight saving

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