• 1KHO 357: The "Running on Empty" Generation | Michele Borba, Thrivers
    Oct 4 2024
    In this thought-provoking episode, host Ginny Yurich welcomes back renowned educator and author Michele Borba to The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast to discuss her book Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine. Michele shares crucial insights on how our high-pressure culture often leaves kids overwhelmed, despite impressive GPAs and resumes. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, self-confidence, and creativity over academic scores alone, revealing practical ways parents can help children discover and pursue their passions. With actionable advice on fostering optimism, building unstructured time, and developing social skills, Michele provides a refreshing roadmap for empowering kids to handle life’s challenges and truly thrive. ** Learn more about Michele Borba here Purchase your copy of Thrivers here ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • 1KHO 356: Behind the Color - How Synthetic Dyes Impact Our Kids' Health | Brandon and Whitney Cawood, To Dye For Documentary
    Oct 2 2024
    In this eye-opening episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich sits down with Whitney and Brandon Cawood, the creators of the groundbreaking documentary To Dye For. Whitney and Brandon share their personal journey of discovering how synthetic food dyes were dramatically affecting their child’s behavior, leading them to explore the hidden dangers of these dyes in everyday foods. They discuss the alarming presence of synthetic dyes in school lunches, medications, and even personal care products, and how these seemingly harmless additives can lead to a host of behavioral and health issues in children. The Cawoods also provide hope, offering solutions for parents and advocating for change through their powerful film. Tune in to learn how this couple is working to raise awareness and inspire others to take action for the health and well-being of all children. ** Join the Dye-Free Facebook group here Sign up for the newsletter here ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • 1KHO 355: Seed Oils Act like a Death Accelerant | Dr. Cate Shanahan, Dark Calories
    Sep 30 2024
    In this enlightening episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Dr. Cate Shanahan to discuss the life-altering impact of vegetable oils on our health. Based on her book Dark Calories: How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health and How We Can Get it Back, Dr. Cate explains the hidden dangers of these oils, how they have infiltrated our food supply, and the devastating effects they have on metabolic health, aging, and even brain function. Ginny shares her personal journey of removing vegetable oils from her diet and the transformative results she experienced. Dr. Cate also dives into the history behind the marketing of these oils and provides hope by sharing simple and sustainable steps to reclaim health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their well-being and protect future generations from the harmful effects of vegetable oils. ** Get your copy of Dark Calories here Learn more about Dr. Cate here ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • 1KHO 354: Stretch Out Your Good Feelings | Niyc Pidgeon, One More Day
    Sep 27 2024
    In this powerful episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich welcomes back Niyc Pidgeon to discuss her transformative new book One More Day: Find Strength and Resilience Through Your Darkest Times with Life Saving Tools from Positive Psychology. Niyc shares personal stories of loss, hope, and the life-changing tools she developed to help people through their toughest moments. From her grandmother’s legacy of suicide prevention to the science of positive psychology, Niyc highlights practical, accessible strategies like "tiny tools," the power of movement, nature’s healing effects, and the importance of hope. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to navigate dark times and build resilience one day at a time. ** Get your copy of One More Day here ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • 1KHO 353: Make Sure Delight Outweighs Fear | Ruth Chou Simons, Home is Right Where You Are
    Sep 26 2024
    In this inspiring episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with bestselling author and artist Ruth Chou Simons for a heartwarming conversation about striving less and finding contentment. Ruth shares personal stories about her creative journey, the challenges of raising six boys, and her transition from a career in science to becoming an accomplished artist and children's book author. Together, they dive into themes from Ruth’s book When Strivings Cease and her latest children's book Home is Right Where You Are, drawing parallels between faith, motherhood, and the constant process of growth. With authenticity and warmth, Ruth encourages listeners to embrace beauty, trust the journey, and discover that home is not a place, but a state of heart. ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • 1KHO 352: Lessons from Beirut: The Untold Stories that Shaped a Nation | Jack Carr, Targeted: Beirut
    Sep 26 2024
    Jack Carr returns to The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for his third appearance, this time delving into his first nonfiction work on the 1983 Beirut Marine barracks bombing. In this compelling conversation, Jack and Ginny Yurich explore the profound human impact of the bombing, revealing the stories of those who perished and survived, and the far-reaching consequences of decisions made thousands of miles away. Carr emphasizes the importance of remembering these moments in history and humanizing the individuals involved, while also reflecting on the lessons for future military and political leadership. This thought-provoking episode is a deep dive into Carr’s writing process, the gravity of historical events, and the importance of storytelling in preserving the past. ** Get your copy of Targeted: Beirut here Listen to our two other Jack Carr episodes here: 1KHO 153: From Warrior to Wordsmith: Unveiling the Art of Bravery, Lifelong Learning, and Creative Problem Solving with Navy SEAL Jack Carr 1KHO 300: My Childhood Reading Has Led to All Else ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • 1KHO 351: The Most Preventative and Wonderful Thing You Can Do For Your Growing Child is Make Sure They Are Sleeping and Breathing Properly | Dr. Kalli Hale, Toothpillow
    Sep 24 2024
    Don't miss this one!!! This episode has substantial health implications. Dr. Kalli Hale from ToothPillow joins us as we dive into the critical connections between jaw development, breathing, and sleep in children. Discover why crowded teeth and bad bites are symptoms of a larger issue, how early habits such as pacifier use and thumb sucking impact jaw growth, the profound effects of mouth breathing on sleep and overall health, and the importance of at-home sleep studies. Learn why addressing these issues as early as possible is crucial Dr. Hale explains how improper jaw development leads to obstructive sleep apnea, poor breathing habits, and a host of downstream health issues. Learn why early intervention with techniques like myofunctional therapy and doing things like choosing the right type of pacifier is crucial for preventing these problems. Understand the behavioral and cognitive implications of mouth breathing, including decreased attention, memory issues, and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD). Explore the wide-reaching health consequences, from bedwetting and digestive issues to cardiovascular problems and chronic sleep disruption. Dr. Hale introduces ToothPillow, an innovative guidance appliance designed to promote proper jaw growth and improve breathing in children, potentially available through remote tele-dentistry. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that could change your child's health trajectory for a lifetime and provide practical solutions for ensuring their optimal growth and development. Share with anyone you know who has kids ages 12 or under! ** Use code 1000HOURS in the "Who's the person we can thank for referring you?" field for a free Toothpillow consultation ($50 value) and $200 off treatment from 9/24/24 - 9/30/24. After 9/30/24 you can still use code 1000 HOURS to get 50% off your consultation as well as $100 off treatment from there on after! Learn more about Toothpillow here >> https://www.toothpillow.com/ Follow Toothpillow on Instagram here >> https://www.instagram.com/toothpillow_official Follow Dr. Kalli Hale on Instagram here >> https://www.instagram.com/theairwaycentereddentist/ ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 1KHO 350: How to Raise Confident, Curious and Thriving Kids Who Know Themselves | Claire Denault, Live.Leaf.Learn
    Sep 23 2024
    In this captivating episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich sits down with Claire Denault, a second-generation homeschooler and advocate for child-led learning. Claire shares her unique upbringing, rich with outdoor adventures, creative play, and self-directed education. She emphasizes the importance of building confidence in children by fostering curiosity, exploration, and independence. From homeschooling in the '90s with limited resources to her current role as a passionate homeschooling mom, Claire inspires listeners to trust their children’s abilities and embrace the thrill of learning through life. ** Learn more about Claire here and follow Claire on Instagram here ** This is our 350th episode! Please help our community celebrate by leaving a 5 STAR review if you haven't already. Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins