Parenting teenagers is a wild ride, and Chip Leighton has turned the journey into comedy gold. In this laugh-out-loud episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Leighton—author of What Time is Noon? and creator of The Leighton Show—to unpack the unintentionally hilarious and completely baffling text messages teens send their parents. From absurd food-related questions to the universal struggle of deciphering teenage logic, Leighton shares how his viral social media presence and new book capture the quirks of modern parenting.

But beneath the humor lies a deeper truth—these texts reflect the unique, evolving relationship between parents and their teens. Leighton and Yurich discuss the delicate balance of maintaining open communication, the importance of laughter in family life, and how social media has fundamentally changed the way young people interact with their parents. Whether you’ve ever received an urgent text about "where wild dogs get their nails clipped" or just need a good chuckle, this episode is a must-listen for parents everywhere.'

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In a world that often pushes us to do more, faster, what if the key to a fulfilling life is actually doing less—but doing it well, and in the right season? In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Steve Hoffman, author of A Season for That, to explore the power of embracing a slower, more intentional rhythm of life.

From a six-month family adventure in a small French village to the lessons of seasonality in work, food, and relationships, Steve shares how letting go of rigid expectations and focusing on what truly matters can lead to deeper joy and connection. This conversation dives into the beauty of childhood freedom, the art of living within nature’s cycles, and the surprising ways constraints—whether in language, culture, or life’s circumstances—can shape us for the better.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to do it all, this episode will inspire you to embrace a simpler, richer approach: do a few things well, and do them in season.

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Are we facing a fatherhood crisis? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Warren Farrell, author of The Boy Crisis and Role Mate to Soul Mate, unpacks the hidden struggles of modern fatherhood, the life-altering impact of dad deprivation, and why boys are falling behind in nearly every metric. He explains The Father’s Catch-22—how men learn to love their families by being away from them—and reveals why the very qualities that make men successful at work often make them struggle at home.

From boundary-setting differences between moms and dads to the single greatest predictor of success in life (spoiler: it’s not intelligence), this episode is packed with paradigm-shifting insights. Ginny Yurich shares how Farrell’s research changed her view on marriage, divorce, parenting, and the overlooked power of dads. This is one of the most profound conversations on family and fatherhood you’ll ever hear.

🔹 The real reason women file for divorce 69% of the time

🔹 Why dads are not disposable—how they shape emotional intelligence, success, and even telomere length

🔹 The shocking truth behind the "multi-option woman" and the "no-option man"

🔹 70 ways children benefit from active father involvement

🔹 Why sustaining love is not biologically natural—and how to fix it

This episode will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about fathers, families, and the future of our children.

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our world, but what if the greatest asset for the future isn't technology—it's relational intelligence? In this compelling episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich sits down with Isabelle Hau, author of Love to Learn, to explore the transformative power of human connection in education, parenting, and beyond.

As AI companions become more prevalent, adults and children alike are struggling to distinguish artificial relationships from real ones. Isabelle shares groundbreaking research on how relational intelligence is the skill of the future, why unstructured play is vital for development, and how a silent crisis of loneliness is reshaping childhood and adulthood alike.

From the dangers of over-scheduled childhoods to the friendship recession affecting adults, this conversation highlights the urgent need to reclaim connection in a world increasingly driven by algorithms. Are we trading real relationships for artificial ones? And what can we do to reverse the trend?

Tune in for a deeply insightful discussion that will change the way you think about learning, relationships, and the future of human flourishing.

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What if the foods and products we trust every day are contributing to chronic health issues? Iliriana Balaj joins The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast with Ginny Yurich to share her personal journey of discovering the hidden toxins in everyday products—from protein powders to personal care items—and how they impacted her health. After years of struggling with migraines, skin issues, and digestive problems despite leading an active lifestyle, Iliriana took matters into her own hands, uncovering the unregulated additives and misleading marketing behind many common products. Her experience led her to create Live Healthillie, a trusted source for clean, low-tox alternatives.

In this insightful conversation, Ginny and Iliriana discuss the challenges of navigating food labels, the importance of ingredient transparency, and the growing movement toward holistic wellness. They also touch on the widespread use of birth control as a default solution for women’s health concerns and the importance of informed choices. If you're looking for practical ways to reduce exposure to harmful ingredients and make more intentional health decisions, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this inspiring episode, Ginny Yurich welcomes Libbie Palmer, the passionate founder of TimberNook Chiddingfold, to discuss the urgent need for unstructured, outdoor play in childhood. As a mother of six living on a farm in the UK, Libbie shares how she watched childhood shift over the past two decades—from one filled with free play and adventure to one increasingly dominated by schedules and structured activities. She reveals how her journey into home education and launching a TimberNook program transformed not just her children’s lives but the lives of countless others. Together, they dive into the power of mixed-age play, the importance of resisting societal pressure to over-schedule, and how giving children time and space to explore builds confidence, creativity, and resilience.

Libbie also shares how stepping into the unknown and launching TimberNook has been a deeply rewarding experience, allowing her to work alongside her children while fostering a much-needed cultural shift in her community. Through captivating stories of kids engineering pulley systems, braving the elements, and discovering the joys of true, self-directed play, she paints a hopeful picture of what childhood should look like. Whether you're a parent questioning the fast pace of modern life or someone considering launching your own outdoor play initiative, this episode is a powerful call to action—reminding us all that childhood is fleeting, and protecting play is one of the greatest gifts we can offer the next generation.

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Could something as simple as light exposure be a missing link in chronic illness? In this eye-opening episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich sits down with Meredith Oke, co-founder of the Quantum Biology Collective, to explore how light impacts every system in the body. Meredith shares her personal journey of battling chronic fatigue and explains why artificial light, screen exposure, and disrupted circadian rhythms may be silently contributing to anxiety, depression, digestive issues, and even autoimmune conditions.

With research pointing to light as a key regulator of health—from mitochondria function to hormone balance—this conversation sheds light (literally!) on practical ways to improve well-being. Meredith offers simple, science-backed strategies to optimize your family's exposure to natural light and protect against the harmful effects of modern lighting. If you or your loved ones are struggling with fatigue or other unexplained health issues, this episode may hold the answers you've been looking for.

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In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with leadership expert and bestselling author Tim Elmore to explore a startling reality: today’s kids are drowning in information but starving for firsthand experience. As adolescence stretches longer than ever—sometimes into the late 20s—young people are overexposed to knowledge before they’re ready but underexposed to real-world challenges until it’s too late. Elmore unpacks why this shift is happening and how overprotection, prescriptive parenting, and risk aversion are leaving kids unprepared for adulthood.

With decades of experience developing young leaders, Elmore offers solutions for reversing this trend—starting with allowing kids to face real challenges, take meaningful risks, and develop the social and emotional resilience they’ll need in life. He explains why protecting kids from discomfort today can lead to greater harm tomorrow and why true preparation means letting them fail, struggle, and grow. This powerful conversation will challenge you to rethink how we guide the next generation toward genuine readiness, not just survival.

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Are moms being pressured to ignore their instincts? In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Caley Jones and Andrea Haskins from Radical Moms Union to explore the cultural forces that make motherhood harder than it needs to be. From the deceptive marketing of formula companies to the societal push for early separation between mothers and babies, they unpack how corporate interests and outdated norms often override a mother’s natural wisdom.

Caley and Andrea share their personal journeys of breaking free from these pressures—choosing home birth, extended breastfeeding, and questioning the mainstream path. They reveal how the messaging around motherhood has been shaped by industries that profit from insecurity, exhaustion, and separation. This conversation is an invitation for moms to reclaim their confidence, trust their instincts, and rethink what truly matters in raising their children.

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In this powerful episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Tori Hope Peterson, a passionate advocate for foster care, a mother, and the author of Fostered and Breaking the Patterns That Break You. Tori shares her deeply personal journey through the foster care system, revealing the pain of being moved from home to home, the impact of both neglect and kindness, and the long road to healing. She opens up about the challenges of breaking generational cycles, the power of forgiveness without closure, and how faith and resilience have shaped her life. Tori's reflections on attachment, identity, and finding belonging in unexpected places offer profound insights not only into the foster care system but also into the human need for love and security.

As the conversation unfolds, Tori and Ginny explore the beauty of redemption—how even the hardest parts of life can be transformed for good. Tori shares wisdom from her books, detailing the lies many believe about healing, relationships, and success, and offering tangible steps toward wholeness. She also discusses her passion for hospitality, creating a home that welcomes the brokenhearted, and how her own experiences have shaped her view of what it means to be a "safe house" for others. This heartfelt and deeply moving episode is a testament to the idea that no matter how painful our past may be, hope and restoration are always possible.

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