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The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast is 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 research and rich with practical encouragement, the show invites listeners to slow down, step outside, and join a growing movement committed to reclaiming childhood, reconnecting families, and restoring mental health - one hour at a time.
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I finally started listening to this podcast about 6 months ago or so, and I am so glad I did!! My family and I love being outside and spending time in nature, so I had downloaded the 1000 hours outside app a while ago. I kept getting emails about podcasts because of this and used to just delete them, then one stood out and I listened. Then I kept listening, and I really connected with all of Ginny’s enthusiasm and energy. She interviews some very remarkable guests and each conversation she has leaves you feeling rejuvenated. This podcast isn’t just about going outside or just homeschooling (which we actually do not do, my daughters go to traditional school), but it is also about viewing the world and experiencing it fully. The topics and authors that she brings on are thought provoking and will inspire you to add some habits to your life, or encourage you to continue with others. She has such a gift for welcoming her guests and giving the listeners an insight into what the book or books were that this author wrote. The conversations she has go much deeper than surface level and leave me feeling like I’ve benefited from hearing them. I highly recommend this podcast and will continue to share it with my family and friends!!
As much as I have enjoyed most of Ginny’s guests the real reason I love this podcast is Ginny herself. She affirms the work that her guests are doing and really highlights their work in a beautiful and authentic way. It’s been really transformational to be able to sit in on so many adult conversations about various topics where Ginny really gets to know the guests and asks excellent questions about them and their fields of study because she really does her research. I’ve learned about topics that are interesting but I think I’ve learned most how to better communicate from listening to Ginny. And she has a fantastic laugh!
The content of this podcast is incredible, unique, & impactful. However, the host’s gravely, Jerseyesque voice & uncouth expressions like laughing out loud or spontaneous outbursts are jarring. It’s like nails on a chalkboard. I give her an A for effort though because the content is worthwhile.
I absolutely love the 1000 Hours Outside podcast! Ginny brings on such a great variety of guests, and I love hearing the different perspectives each guest brings. The conversations cover so many meaningful topics for parents and always leave me with something to think about. Such an encouraging and valuable podcast!
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