REPLAY: Until the Streetlights come on with Ginny Yurich, 1000 Hours Outside
03/12/25 • 68 min
I'm under the weather this week, so I'm sharing one of my favorite episodes!
This week, I’m excited to welcome Ginny Yurich, a homeschooling mother of five and the founder of 1000 Hours Outside- a global movement reclaiming childhood and fostering family connections through nature-based play. Alongside her husband, Josh, Ginny is the brilliant mind behind the 1000 Hours Outside lifestyle brand, featuring an online store, app, podcast, a brand new book, and much more.
Whether you have kids or not, this episode is an absolute must-listen. We dig deep into issues that resonate, especially for those of us stuck behind desks and indoors all day. This conversation was deep, thought-provoking, and left me feeling challenged and convicted in the best way. It’s easily one of my top 10 favorite episodes of all time, and I’m so excited to share it with you!
3:36 – Ginny 101
- Struggles of early motherhood
- A playdate that changed everything
- Transformation through outdoor time
- Writing about this experience
15:07 – The Power of Outdoor Play
- The challenges of modern parenting
- Making small, intentional changes in daily routines
- Building outdoor habits as a family
- The power of friends and community with outdoor activities
34:11 – Embracing All Seasons
- The magic of winter
- Leaning into the unique experiences each season brings
- Cultivating grit and resilience
41:55 – Parenting in a Changing World
- Balancing structured and unstructured activities
- Encouraging self-discovery and independence
- Rethinking the college-centric path
1:01:21 – Takeaways + Words of Encouragement
- The power of pre-ordering books
- The long-term impact of parenting choices
- Celebrating real-life, hands-on experiences
FEATURED QUOTES
“If all that time, all those memories, all that relationship building, all of that connection, all of those moments of exhale- if those had gone to screens, our life would be so much less full....This is about bringing balance back to childhood.”
“What I’ve learned over the past decade is that this is a step that you take as a family. And the step is awareness. It’s about knowing that, when we play outside, it benefits every single member of your family, from your newborn to your grandmother to your great grandmother.”
“There are long-term effects to the choices that we make. And this is their life, this is their childhood. And it’s important to understand, at least to a small degree, what self-directed childhood play does for kids. And it does an immense amount.”
Learn more about Ginny:
I'm under the weather this week, so I'm sharing one of my favorite episodes!
This week, I’m excited to welcome Ginny Yurich, a homeschooling mother of five and the founder of 1000 Hours Outside- a global movement reclaiming childhood and fostering family connections through nature-based play. Alongside her husband, Josh, Ginny is the brilliant mind behind the 1000 Hours Outside lifestyle brand, featuring an online store, app, podcast, a brand new book, and much more.
Whether you have kids or not, this episode is an absolute must-listen. We dig deep into issues that resonate, especially for those of us stuck behind desks and indoors all day. This conversation was deep, thought-provoking, and left me feeling challenged and convicted in the best way. It’s easily one of my top 10 favorite episodes of all time, and I’m so excited to share it with you!
3:36 – Ginny 101
- Struggles of early motherhood
- A playdate that changed everything
- Transformation through outdoor time
- Writing about this experience
15:07 – The Power of Outdoor Play
- The challenges of modern parenting
- Making small, intentional changes in daily routines
- Building outdoor habits as a family
- The power of friends and community with outdoor activities
34:11 – Embracing All Seasons
- The magic of winter
- Leaning into the unique experiences each season brings
- Cultivating grit and resilience
41:55 – Parenting in a Changing World
- Balancing structured and unstructured activities
- Encouraging self-discovery and independence
- Rethinking the college-centric path
1:01:21 – Takeaways + Words of Encouragement
- The power of pre-ordering books
- The long-term impact of parenting choices
- Celebrating real-life, hands-on experiences
FEATURED QUOTES
“If all that time, all those memories, all that relationship building, all of that connection, all of those moments of exhale- if those had gone to screens, our life would be so much less full....This is about bringing balance back to childhood.”
“What I’ve learned over the past decade is that this is a step that you take as a family. And the step is awareness. It’s about knowing that, when we play outside, it benefits every single member of your family, from your newborn to your grandmother to your great grandmother.”
“There are long-term effects to the choices that we make. And this is their life, this is their childhood. And it’s important to understand, at least to a small degree, what self-directed childhood play does for kids. And it does an immense amount.”
Learn more about Ginny:
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#433 - The Theology of Wine // Wine in the Word with Randy Frazee and Gisela Kreglinger
Oh MAN, you are in for a treat this week! I have not one, but two incredible guests joining me: Randy Frazee and Gisela Kreglinger.
Randy is the lead teaching pastor at Westside Family Church in Kansas City and a visionary in Bible engagement, spiritual formation, and building biblical community. He’s the architect behind The Story and Believe church engagement campaigns and the author of books like The Joy Challenge and Think, Act, Be Like Jesus.
Gisela grew up on a winery in Franconia, Germany, where her family has been crafting wine for generations. She holds multiple degrees in Biblical Studies and a PhD in Historical Theology from the University of St Andrews. Her passion lies at the intersection of food, faith, and joy, which she explores through her writing, teaching, and wine pilgrimages.
Together, they are the brilliant minds behind Wine in the Word, a Bible study that explores the theology of wine, its biblical significance, and how it connects with the Christian life.
This conversation was unlike anything I’ve ever had on the show. It was thought-provoking, eye-opening, and honestly, I could’ve talked to these two for hours! Get ready for a super fascinating discussion!
4:27 – Randy 101
• Lead pastor for 36 years • Writer and author • Husband, father and grandfather • Working on this project with Gisela
6:03 – Gisela 101
• Growing up on a winery • Theologian, teacher, and writer • Wine tastings and pilgrimages
7:24 – The Story Behind “Wine In The Word”
• Randy and Gisela’s backgrounds • How this collaboration came to be • Wine as a bridge builder
13:55 – The Role Of Wine In The Bible
• The historical context of wine in America • Wine consumption in Christian context • Reclaiming wine as a gift from God • Teaching your children to have a healthy relationship with wine
26:54 – “Holy Tipsiness”
• Wine as a social lubricant • An invitation to community + sharing God’s gifts • Addressing opposition to wine consumption
45:25 – Takeaways
• Teaching about wine in a healthy, biblical context • Learn more about Wine In The Word • Randy and Gisela’s prayer for this study
FEATURED QUOTES
“I just feel like it's time that we stop looking at wine through the lens of our culture.” - Randy Frazee
“Wine is really an invitation to community, to sharing the gifts of God. You know, wine and bread and all food that the earth brings forth are gifts from God. They are not just things out there that we need to eat. They're actually God's love language.” – Gisela Kreglinger
“You don't even have to drink or like wine, but you should know about what wine is teaching us in God.” - Randy Frazee
“We as the church have always been called to show how to live and how to live well as God has intended it, and I think we need to do that.” – Gisela Kreglinger
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Wine in the Word: https://www.randyfrazee.com/wine-in-the-word
Learn more about Randy: https://www.randyfrazee.com/
Randy’s Books: https://www.randyfrazee.com/books
Westside Family Church: https://www.westsidefamily.church/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RandyeFrazee
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randyfrazee
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-frazee-43bb1545/
Learn more about Gisela: https://www.thespiritualityofwine.com/
Gisela’s Books and Articles: https://www.thespiritualityofwine.com/publications
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gisela.kreglinger
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giselakreglinger/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisela-h-kreglinger-615a2910/
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Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.
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REPLAY | A Special Conversation with MY DAD!
This week, I'm thrilled to welcome the most special guest ever on my show- my dad. With the release of my book just around the corner (coming out next week- can you believe it?!) I couldn’t think of a better time to have him on the podcast. Together, we dig into some of the stories that are (and aren’t) talked about in my book.
Join us as we laugh, reminisce, and share stories of the joys, the challenges, and everything in between. My dad has such powerful things to say about gratitude, slowing down, choosing love, and finding joy in the darkest of moments. This conversation is so special to me, and I am so excited to share it with you today.
Without further ado, let’s jump into this conversation with Tom Buckley.
3:34 – Tom 101
- Tom’s upbringing + challenging relationship with religion
- Going to college, joining a fraternity, and career as a teacher
- Difficulties in marriage, battles with alcoholism and homelessness
- Tom’s journey to sobriety + spiritual growth
26:49 – Parenting Perspectives
- Reading the memoir
- Watching children make mistakes and learn from them
36:28 – Choosing Love
- Tom and Lynda’s marriage that defied the odds
- Prioritizing sobriety, God, and the good of the family
- The importance of love, respect, and kindness
48:28 – Rule 62
- Looking for the good throughout Lynda’s sickness
- Not taking yourself too seriously
- Appreciating what life has taught you
- Tom’s favorite chapter in the book
48:28 – Life lessons at 80
- Tom’s life today with Cindy
- Slowing down and appreciating the present
- Trusting that things will work out when you get out of your own way
FEATURED QUOTES
“That's what life is about. It isn't about failure, it's about getting back up.”
“If you take yourself too seriously, you just lose sight of all the things that really are important.”
“In the ‘getting through it’ stage, you gain experience and knowledge that you can use to get out of it. You can find places for help and guidance that will work.”
“You want to see who the winners are? Follow the laughter.”
Connect with me:
http://www.stillbeingmolly.com
http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly
http://instagram.com/canilaughpod
http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly
http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly
http://facebook.com/canilaughpod
http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly
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