In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich welcomes Linda McGurk back for her third appearance. Together, they discuss the transformative impact of outdoor play in all seasons, challenging cultural misconceptions around inclement weather. Linda shares insights from her Scandinavian upbringing and offers practical tips for navigating cold ... Show More
Today
1KHO 776: Carry Your Own Bucket | Melanie Shankle, Here Be Dragons
Melanie Shankle is one of those writers who can make you laugh on one page and hit something tender that makes you cry on the next, and this conversation with Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast goes right there. They talk about motherhood, daughters, mean girls, famil ... Show More
54m 9s
Yesterday
1KHO 775: Helping Kids Do Hard Things Again | David Thomas and Sissy Goff, Capable
David Thomas and Sissy Goff are back, and this conversation is incredibly relatable. Kids are more hesitant, more overwhelmed, and less willing to step into the very things that help them grow. Ginny talks with them about their new book Capable and what they are seeing after deca ... Show More
58m 5s
Jan 2024
458: Get Your Kids Outside
Ginny Yurich, author of "1000 Hours Outside" and "Until the Streetlights Come On" challenges parents to help their children choose "green time" over "screen time." And considering how much time all of us spend on screens, this is a challenge indeed. Today, Ginny offers suggestion ... Show More
35m 7s
Apr 2025
Lucy and Sunny and the Adventure to Season Farm (Part II)
Five-year-old Lucy lives in Calgary, where spring refuses to arrive—at least in her backyard. When she discovers a tiny glowing chick beneath the snow, she sets off on a magical adventure with Farmer Crumb, a gingerbread man from the mysterious Season Farm. Together, they must he ... Show More
12m 5s
Jun 2025
Paying It Forward: Episode 523
After more than a decade and over 800 hours of conversation, connection, and community, The Mom Hour comes to a close in this final episode. Join Meagan and Sarah as we reflect on what it has meant to share this space with you—our listeners, fellow moms, and, truly, our friends. ... Show More
53m 35s
Sep 2025
Is Daycare Really Helping Your Child? What Parents Need To Know Ep 121
Should you homeschool through kindergarten or send your child to preschool? You’ll discover the truth about “socialization,” what’s actually happening in many early childhood programs, and how to confidently decide what’s right for your family — without guilt, pressure, or fear o ... Show More
33m 51s
Apr 2025
Abbe's Snoozy News 🐨🗞️ Spring Edition 🌸 Pre-sleep Minisode!
In tonight's snoozy news minisode, Abbe's letting you take a peek into our upcoming stories, sharing some behind-the-scenes, and talking about all things nature! 🌿
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9m 9s
May 2022
The misconceptions about playtime and child development
In today’s episode I’m talking to Susie Allison, the woman behind Busy Toddler. As a former teacher and mom of 3 kids, she is an advocate for early childhood education and made it her mission to bring hands-on learning and play back to childhood, support others in their parenting ... Show More
46m 19s
Feb 2024
2070: How to Get Comfortable with the Discomfort of Parenting by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui with EricaLayne.co on Emotional Resilience
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2070: Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui, in her heartfelt exploration with EricaLayne.co, delves into the raw and transformative j ... Show More
9m 33s