The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

In this engaging discussion, Will Acuff, author and co-founder of Corner to Corner, shares his inspiring journey through complex PTSD and the importance of self-awareness. He explores unconventional parenting paths and the power of community ties amidst challenges. Will emphasizes the healing potential of nature, play, and curiosity, urging listeners to redefine success and joy. With humor and heartfelt insights, he offers practical tools for cultivating hope and transforming daily life, even in the face of adversity.

Dr. Morgan Cutlip, a relationship expert and author of 'The Better Share,' explores how marriage transforms after having kids. She reveals the 'invisible weight' mothers often bear and the impact of household responsibilities on relationships. With relatable anecdotes, Morgan emphasizes the importance of communication and understanding in minimizing resentment. Practical strategies are shared to help couples align as partners rather than adversaries, fostering a healthier family dynamic. Tune in for laughter, validation, and hope for marriage post-kids!

Dr. Judith Joseph, renowned psychiatrist and author of High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy, joins Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast to shine a light on a silent epidemic—high-functioning depression. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Judith explains why so many seemingly successful, productive people—especially women—feel numb, restless, and joyless while continuing to perform at a high level. She unpacks the connection between trauma, people-pleasing, and emotional exhaustion, and introduces powerful concepts like anhedonia and modern-day masochism that help explain why burnout alone doesn't tell the whole story.With warmth, clarity, and depth, Dr. Judith offers real tools for reclaiming joy through her five V’s framework—including valuing relationships, taking tech breaks, and even learning how to celebrate again. She reminds us that joy isn’t a distant ideal, but something we can reach for daily in small, intentional ways. If you've ever felt like you're just going through the motions or can’t figure out why life feels so heavy, this episode will help you name it—and start to heal it.** Get your copy of High Functioning hereLearn more about everything Dr. Judith has to offer here**A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them ALL out below:  Geviti: Visit https://www.gogeviti.com/1000hoursoutside for 20% off your first three months of membership! Active Skin Repair: Visit www.ActiveSkinRepair.com  to learn more about Active Skin Repair and their commitment to 1% for the planet and use code: 1000hours to save 20% on all Active Skin Repair products Select Quote: Head to www.selectquote.com/1000hours to learn more.  Crowd Health: Learn more at www.joincrowdhealth.com and get started today for just $99 per month for your first three months by using code 1000HOURS.  GoMinno: Download the Minno App or visit www.GoMinno.com  to become a member TODAY! BetterHelp: Visit  www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS  today to get 10% off your first month. Thrive Market: Visit www.thrivemarket.com/1000hours for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angela Hanscom, pediatric occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook, returns for her fourth appearance on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast—and this conversation is one of her most powerful yet. Angela and Ginny Yurich dig into the growing epidemic of play deprivation and how it’s silently impacting children’s physical, social, and neurological development. With insights from Angela’s groundbreaking work around the world, they explore how nature offers the richest sensory experiences, why kids need to get messy, and how the freedom to take risks outdoors transforms confidence and builds real-life resilience.Together, they also unpack why adults must step back to allow authentic, independent play to flourish. From muddy puddles to barefoot balance, to crawling babies and screen-addicted teens, this episode paints a compelling picture of the simple—but urgent—need for outdoor childhood. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or someone who just wants better for the next generation, this episode offers both practical wisdom and a much-needed rallying cry.**Get your copy of Balanced and Barefoot hereLearn more about TimberNook and how you can get involved here**A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them ALL out below:  Geviti: Visit https://www.gogeviti.com/1000hoursoutside for 20% off your first three months of membership! Active Skin Repair: Visit www.ActiveSkinRepair.com  to learn more about Active Skin Repair and their commitment to 1% for the planet and use code: 1000hours to save 20% on all Active Skin Repair products Select Quote: Head to www.selectquote.com/1000hours to learn more.  Crowd Health: Learn more at www.joincrowdhealth.com and get started today for just $99 per month for your first three months by using code 1000HOURS.  GoMinno: Download the Minno App or visit www.GoMinno.com  to become a member TODAY! BetterHelp: Visit  www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS  today to get 10% off your first month. Thrive Market: Visit www.thrivemarket.com/1000hours for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michele Borba, a renowned educational psychologist and bestselling author, shares her insights on parenting challenges in this enlightening conversation. She discusses practical strategies for overcoming sibling rivalry, managing screen time, and promoting emotional well-being in kids. Michele emphasizes the importance of fostering independence and character while embracing simpler routines. With a focus on instilling empathy and resilience, her relatable advice is a breath of fresh air for overwhelmed parents seeking joy and connection in family life.

In this riveting episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich welcomes Dr. Marty Makary, the newly appointed FDA Commissioner, Johns Hopkins surgeon, and bestselling author, to uncover the uncomfortable truths hiding in plain sight within modern medicine. From the explosion of peanut allergies caused by outdated guidelines, to the damaging impact of smartphones on kids’ mental health, to the silent assault on our microbiomes through overprescribed antibiotics and unnecessary C-sections, Dr. Makary pulls back the curtain on decades of medical dogma—and what it’s costing our children. With insight, humility, and rare courage, he equips parents to ask better questions, trust their instincts, and demand a healthcare culture that values transparency over tradition.Together, Ginny and Dr. Makary dive into the heart of his books Blind Spots and The Price We Pay, spotlighting how misplaced medical vigor, flawed consensus, and lack of accountability have created ripple effects still harming families today. But this episode doesn’t just diagnose the problems—it delivers solutions. Learn what to do before you pay a hospital bill, how to approach antibiotics with wisdom, and why humility is the antidote to broken systems. It’s a must-listen for every parent who wants to protect their children, navigate the noise, and reclaim their confidence in raising healthy, whole kids.**Learn more about Dr. Marty Makary hereGet your copy of Blind Spots hereGet your copy of The Price We Pay here**A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them ALL out below:  Geviti: Visit https://www.gogeviti.com/1000hoursoutside for 20% off your first three months of membership! Active Skin Repair: Visit www.ActiveSkinRepair.com  to learn more about Active Skin Repair and their commitment to 1% for the planet and use code: 1000hours to save 20% on all Active Skin Repair products Select Quote: Head to www.selectquote.com/1000hours to learn more.  Crowd Health: Learn more at www.joincrowdhealth.com and get started today for just $99 per month for your first three months by using code 1000HOURS.  GoMinno: Download the Minno App or visit www.GoMinno.com  to become a member TODAY! BetterHelp: Visit  www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS  today to get 10% off your first month. Thrive Market: Visit www.thrivemarket.com/1000hours for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back for a second powerful conversation, bestselling author and psychologist Ethan Kross joins Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast to discuss his new book Shift: Managing Your Emotions So They Don’t Manage You. Drawing from his grandmother’s Holocaust survival story, Kross dismantles common emotional myths and equips listeners with a flexible, personalized toolbox to navigate everything from daily stress to deep emotional turmoil. From mental time travel to strategic avoidance to the surprising power of our senses, this episode is packed with actionable ways to shift your inner experience—sometimes in seconds.Ginny and Ethan dive into the realities of emotional contagion, the myth of one-size-fits-all healing, and how nature, music, and even baking can transform your mood. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of your emotional life and real tools to improve it. Whether you're managing a family, a team, or just your own inner world, this is a conversation that will leave you feeling hopeful, empowered, and ready to lead with emotional strength.**Get your copy of Shift hereLearn more about Ethan here**A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them ALL out below:  Geviti: Visit https://www.gogeviti.com/1000hoursoutside for 20% off your first three months of membership! Active Skin Repair: Visit www.ActiveSkinRepair.com  to learn more about Active Skin Repair and their commitment to 1% for the planet and use code: 1000hours to save 20% on all Active Skin Repair products Select Quote: Head to www.selectquote.com/1000hours to learn more.  Crowd Health: Learn more at www.joincrowdhealth.com and get started today for just $99 per month for your first three months by using code 1000HOURS.  GoMinno: Download the Minno App or visit www.GoMinno.com  to become a member TODAY! BetterHelp: Visit  www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS  today to get 10% off your first month. Thrive Market: Visit www.thrivemarket.com/1000hours for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Levi Lusko, an author and speaker known for his honest discussions about faith, shares insights from his book "Blessed Are the Spiraling." He opens up about confronting life’s chaos, panic attacks, and the transformational power of slowing down. Topics include embracing change, battling comparison, and the significance of nurturing relationships during tough times. Levi emphasizes finding beauty in hardships and preparing for life's transitions. This heartfelt dialogue highlights that even in moments of chaos, there’s a path toward peace and fulfillment.

Is pornography just a private matter—or is it rewiring our kids’ brains, damaging relationships, and fueling exploitation? In this urgent and eye-opening episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich speaks with Parker Hymas from Fight the New Drug, a non-religious, non-legislative organization dedicated to exposing the harmful effects of porn through science, facts, and personal accounts.Together, they dive into what makes today’s porn fundamentally different from past generations, how early exposure (sometimes as young as age 7) is shaping children’s mental health and relational expectations, and why conversations—not just filters—are the true solution. Parker breaks down the research, offers hope for healing, and shares practical tools for parents, educators, and anyone who cares about kids.If you’ve been avoiding this topic, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.**All Fight the New Drug resources are free!!Learn more about Fight the New Drug and all they have to offer hereBring Fight the New Drug to your organization by going hereParents, find special resources just for you from Fight the New Drug here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. William Stixrud, a neuropsychologist and assistant professor, teams up with educator Ned Johnson to explore revolutionary parenting strategies. They challenge the pressure-driven culture, advocating for children's autonomy and the power of independent play to bolster mental health. With insights on fostering resilience and joy, they discuss the importance of trust between parents and children. They also emphasize the detrimental effects of toxic expectations and the need for 'radical downtime' to allow kids to thrive and explore their interests.