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1KHO 785: You’re Never Going to Regret More Time With Your Kids | Jennifer Burns, American Faith Academy May 01, 2026

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There are moments when a parent starts wondering if there might be another way to do education and this conversation is for that exact moment. In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich talks with Jennifer Burns, founder and head of school at American Faith Academy and president of Excelara, about homeschooling, hybrid education, classical Christian learning, and why families do not have to figure it all out alone. Jennifer shares her own story of homeschooling before it was common, raising her boys through a hybrid model, and now helping families find a more flexible, parent-centered path. This is a deeply encouraging episode for anyone who feels overwhelmed by school decisions, unsure about the next step, or simply hungry for more time, more freedom, and a childhood that leaves room for family, faith, books, hard things, outdoor play, and the simple beauty of hopscotch on the sidewalk.

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1KHO 784: Reality Privilege and the War on Real Life | Joshua Pauling, Are We All Cyborgs Now? Apr 30, 2026

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Reality is starting to get a bad reputation and that should concern all of us. In this thought-provoking episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich talks with Joshua Pauling, co-author of Are We All Cyborgs Now?, about the growing idea that real life is something to escape rather than engage. From AI relationships and digital avatars to the subtle ways technology reshapes how we think, relate, and even define what it means to be human, this conversation goes into all of it! What happens when ease replaces effort, when simulated connection replaces real relationships, and when the friction that forms us is engineered out of everyday life? And what do we lose when reality itself is framed as a privilege? This episode is both a warning and an invitation to step back into the kind of life that builds resilience, depth, and meaning in a world increasingly designed to pull us away from it.

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1KHO 783: Everyone Is a Morning Person | Jennifer Dukes Lee, How to Love Your Morning Apr 29, 2026

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Mornings are not just about alarms, routines, or becoming a 5 a.m. person. In this warm and joy-filled episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich talks with beloved author Jennifer Dukes Lee about her new book, How to Love Your Morning, and the deeper invitation tucked inside the first moments of every day. Jennifer shares why she believes everyone is a morning person, how the night before shapes the day ahead, what grief taught her about sacred rhythms, and the concept of good overwhelm. This conversation is full of faith, laughter, practical ideas, and a beautiful reminder that God keeps stitching new mercies into every morning. Find Jennifer’s work here and get a copy of How to Love Your Morning here.

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1KHO 782: Extend Life With Health Shifts That Cost Nothing | Gary Brecka, The Ultimate Human Apr 28, 2026

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Gary Brecka says some of the most powerful health changes are also the simplest ones: morning sunlight, real food, better sleep, daily movement, and a body that remembers it was made for the natural world. In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich talks with Gary about why getting outside first thing in the day can change everything from mood and focus to sleep and long-term health, why the absence of processed food matters, and how parents can begin with small, free shifts that fit into everyday life.

Listen to Gary on The Ultimate Human Podcastand explore his work at TheUltimateHuman.com.

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1KHO 781: Never Get Lost in Conversation Again | Heather Holleman, The Six Conversations Apr 27, 2026

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The number one personal development skill is interpersonal curiosity and yet a lot of us don’t quite know what to do once a conversation gets past the basics. You're going to love this one and get so much out of it!

Heather Holleman, author of ⁠The Six Conversations⁠, joins Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast to talk about what actually helps. This is a really practical conversation about how to ask better questions, how to listen in a way that makes people feel known, and how to keep things going without it feeling forced or awkward. There are ideas here you can use right away with your kids, your friends, and the people you see every day. They also talk about loneliness, faith, and Heather’s middle grade novel ⁠This Seat’s Saved⁠, which weaves so naturally into the heart of this message. Find her books and resources at ⁠https://heatherholleman.com⁠.

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1KHO 780: When Speaking Up is Costly | Elise Heerde, After the Exit Apr 26, 2026

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In this deeply personal episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich talks with Elise Heerde, author of After the Exit, about what happens when families raise concerns in places that are supposed to protect children and are punished instead of heard. Together they explore high-control communities, the weaponization of belonging, and the lasting impact these experiences can have on both kids and families.

At its core, this conversation is about child safety and well-being. Elise helps explain why child safety depends on adults being allowed to ask hard questions, trust their instincts, and speak up without fear.

Find Elise’s work, coaching, and resources at the Religious Trauma Collective and get a copy of After the Exit .

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1KHO 779: Learning Is a Stress Buffer | Tom Vanderbilt, Beginners Apr 25, 2026

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Tom Vanderbilt joins Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for a conversation about becoming a beginner again, even when adulthood makes it easy to stay on the sidelines. Thank you for bearing with some audio imperfections in this episode. The conversation itself is such a worthwhile one.

Tom’s book Beginners is funny, thoughtful, and incredibly motivating, and this episode will make you want to try something new, let your kids see you struggle a little, and remember that learning does not have to belong only to childhood!

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1KHO 778: The Kind of Kid You’d Hire | Dan Kovac, America's Dad Apr 24, 2026

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Dan Kovac brings such a helpful father’s perspective to this conversation about homeschooling, work, maturity, and what actually prepares kids for adult life. Ginny and Dan talk about energetic kids, myths about homeschooling, the skills that matter most in today’s world, and why independence, teachability, time management, and real-life problem solving matter so much more than simply checking boxes. This one is full of wisdom, warmth, and the kind of perspective that helps parents breathe easier about the future.

Explore Rachel Kovac’s book Their Future Is Shining Bright here and share this episode with someone who is trying to raise a child who can step into the world with confidence.

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1KHO 777: What Japanese Parenting Gets Right | Lisa Katayama, The Japanese Way of Parenting Apr 23, 2026

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Lisa Katayama joins Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for a thoughtful conversation about what Japanese culture can teach us about raising kids who are more capable, considerate, and at ease in the world. Ginny and Lisa talk through independence, cleanliness, sleep, food, nature, and the kind of daily expectations that shape children over time. What makes this conversation so strong is that it does not romanticize anything. Lisa shares the beauty of a culture that teaches kids to care for others from the beginning, while also being honest about the pressure that can place on mothers. It is the kind of episode that makes you step back, rethink what feels “normal,” and wonder whether some of the things we assume are necessary might not be.

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1KHO 776: Carry Your Own Bucket | Melanie Shankle, Here Be Dragons Apr 22, 2026

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Melanie Shankle is one of those writers who can make you laugh on one page and hit something tender that makes you cry on the next, and this conversation with Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast goes right there. They talk about motherhood, daughters, mean girls, family pain, what it means to be deeply loved, and how the phrases that get handed down in a family can shape a whole life. It’s funny, sharp, moving, and full of the kind of honesty that makes you feel less alone as a woman and a mom.

Explore Melanie’s books, Melanie's Podcast, and find Instant NYT Bestseller Here Be Dragons here.

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