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
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1KHO 706: Held Hostage By the Food Industry | Dr. Robert Lustig, Metabolical
Dr. Robert Lustig—pediatric endocrinologist, bestselling author, and one of the clearest voices on what’s happened to our food—joins host Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for a conversation that feels equal parts wake-up call and real hope. Lustig explains why so mu ... Show More
58m 31s
Feb 8
1KHO 704: Home Should Be the Safest Place on Earth | Stephen McWhirter, Radically Restored
Home is supposed to be where a child can exhale—but for Stephen McWhirter, growing up in a preacher’s family meant watching public faith and private violence collide, then carrying that silence into years of rebellion, addiction, and rage. In this tender, unforgettable conversati ... Show More
51m 32s
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