A lively, off-the-cuff conversation hosted by Tuesday Rivera and Tim Merry on large-scale systems change and equity. Together, Tim and Tuesday are THE OUTSIDE - systems change and equity facilitators who bring the fresh air necessary to organize movements, organizations, and collaborators forward for progress, surfacing new mindsets for greater participation and shared impact. In this podcast, we’ll share our greatest light-bulb moments as we advance our own understanding of this work. We’re ...
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On today’s episode of Find The Outside, Tuesday and Tim dive into the art of unwinding—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. They share personal stories and practical insights about how tuning into the body can transform how we lead, live, and heal. From finding motivation to navigating tough moments, Tuesday and Tim explore how body awareness …
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On today’s episode, Tim and Tuesday reflect on the choices we make and what we release as we step into new chapters. They share their evolving connection with nature, the effects of climate change on that relationship, and the physiological benefits of time spent outdoors. The conversation weaves through themes of letting go, navigating transitions…
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BEST OF: Outside Conversations with Toke Moeller
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52:29Outside Conversations with Toke Moeller: On the practices that allow opposites to exist (Best of Find The Outside: The Podcast) Originally published on July 6, 2022, this episode welcomes long-time friend, and mentor, Toke Moeller, co-founder of the Art of Hosting, The Flow Game, and The Practising for Peace dojo. Toke is one of the most grounded, …
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On today’s episode of podcast, Tim and Tuesday officially announce The Outside’s next Art of Hosting training, coming this October in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada. They dive into a rich conversation about the growing importance of participatory leadership in our fast-changing world, and why tapping into collective intelligence and collaboration is…
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7.13: Reflections on Personal Growth and Eldership
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33:50Join Tim and Tuesday where they reflect on their recent guests - Betsy Taylor, Bob Wing, and Margaret Wheatley - and explore themes of personal growth, self-acceptance, and the journey back to one's true self. They discuss the challenges of living authentically in a rapidly changing world and the importance of eldership in guiding this journey. Thr…
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7.12: Outside Conversations with Margaret Wheatley
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1:02:08In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Tim and Tuesday sit down with their longtime friend and mentor, Margaret Wheatley, a trailblazer in understanding and navigating systemic collapse and disruption over the past four decades. Margaret, a thought leader and writer, shares insights from her new book of poetry and delves deep into the complexitie…
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On today’s episode of the pod, Tuesday shares her new work outside of The Outside focused on personal transformation and spiritual practices. Tim and Tuesday also explore Tues’ journey in creating this new path for herself and others, highlighting the significance of connection, community, and support among women. For links and resources, please vi…
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In the third episode of Tues' new podcast, Rooted in Light, she chats with close friend and Outside colleague, Dr. Gabrielle Donnelly, about her recent transformative journey brought on by chronic illness. Without a clear diagnosis and bedridden, Gabe had to completely let go of any ideas of the life she had planned and instead, turn to the life in…
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7.10: Outside Conversations with Bob Wing
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47:27Tim and Tuesday are joined by long-time friend, Bob Wing, where they reminisce about their shared experiences at the Art of Hosting, delve into Bob's background in Aikido and leadership, and discuss the inherent dangers and opportunities for change that arise at crossroads. They also share personal stories that illustrate how signs and synchronicit…
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7.09: Outside Conversations with The Outside Leadership Team
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40:16Tuesday and Tim are joined by Outside colleagues, Dr. Gabrielle Donnelly and Gian Paul Ganzoni, where they engage in a mid-season podcast reflection of crossroads. Together they speak to equine therapy as a tool for leadership development, the importance of internal reflection when navigating crossroads in life, the necessity of self-awareness in l…
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The Outside is excited to announce Tuesday's new work and podcast, "Rooted in Light!!" In this very first episode of the Rooted in Light podcast, host Tuesday Rivera shares her vision for the show, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery, the divine feminine, and intuitive practices. She’s joined by her husband Gibrán Rivera, as they open up a…
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7.08: Outside Conversations with Betsy Taylor
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49:59Tim and Tuesday are joined by friend and colleague, Betsy Taylor, Philanthropic Consultant and Chair of the Volgenau Climate Initiative, where she shares her extensive experience in climate activism and leadership. Betsy reflects on her journey from a young organizer to a seasoned leader, emphasizing the importance of convening diverse groups to ac…
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7.07: On New Beginnings Outside The Outside
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25:09For their opening episode of 2025, Tim and Tuesday discuss The Outside’s plans and offerings for 2025, including two Art of Hosting trainings, coaching, and community engagement. They also explore Tim and Tuesday’s new explorations and offerings “outside” The Outside. It’s exciting. Have a listen. For detailed show notes, links and resources, pleas…
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For their final episode of 2024, Tim and Tuesday explore the choices we face during the holiday season. They discuss the beauty found in winter, the importance of relationships during challenging times, and how to navigate difficult choices with mindfulness and presence. A great one to end the year, friends. Tune in. For detailed show notes, links …
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Tim and Tuesday delve into their reflections and learnings from podcast guest, Sparrow Hart, along with what’s up with them in their everyday crossroads including sacrifice, the significance of nature-based solutions, and the importance of finding hope in everyday actions. They explore how personal experiences and reflections shape their understand…
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7.04: Outside Conversations with Sparrow Hart
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1:02:39Tim and Tuesday are joined by vision quest guide and author, Sparrow Hart, where they discuss the journey of leading vision quests and the essence of what a vision quest entails. They delve into the importance of sacrifice in personal growth and the daily challenges faced when navigating life changes. They also explore the profound themes of transf…
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In this engaging episode, Tim and Tuesday discuss the importance of recognizing crossroads in life and how to navigate them intentionally. They emphasize the significance of internal work and finding one's internal compass, moving from a mindset of action to one of reflection and integration. Tim and Tues also explore the transitions in their lives…
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Tim and Tuesday continue their exploration of crossroads where they discuss the importance of accepting reality, the impact of learning on our choices, and the significance of nature and rituals in healing. Tim delves into the transformative experience of his recent vision quest, the power of poetry as a means of expression, and the practical impli…
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7.01: On the complexity and richness of crossroads
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39:38We’re back! Tim and Tuesday are back for Season 7 and they’ve brought Gian Paul Ganzoni and Dr. Gabrielle Donnelly along for the ride! In this season opener, the four Outsiders share their personal crossroads. Gian Paul is at a crossroads of combining organizational development and biomimicry, while Gabrielle is navigating her return to work after …
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In the final episode of Season 6, Tuesday and Tim explore the idea of nature as a self-regulating system and the multiplicity within it, the value of being present and enjoying life in the present moment, and the importance of finding a personal practice that brings joy and relaxation, rather than viewing it as a battle against anxiety. Tues also s…
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Tim and Tuesday discuss their experience with the Art of Hosting, a global community of practice focused on participatory leadership and problem-solving, where they reflect on their involvement in the community and their evolution within it. They share memories from their early days and the importance of creating the right conditions for people to …
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Tim and Tuesday reflect on the Changing Spirit series featuring Christel Scholten from Reos Partners and Laura Blakeman and Geneen Marie Haugen from the Animas Valley Institute. They reflect on the deepening commitment, curiosity, and inspiration they felt after these conversations as well as the practicality of engaging with the natural world and …
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6.13: Outside Conversations with Christel Scholten
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57:11Tuesday and Tim welcome Christel Scholten, long-time friend, colleague and Managing Director of Reos Partners - Brazil. In this episode, Christel shares her background and journey from circle work to large-scale change. She emphasizes the importance of courage and audacity in pursuing one's purpose and she discusses her deep connection to the femin…
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6.12: Outside Conversations with Geneen Haugen + Laura Blakeman
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1:01:34Tuesday and Tim welcome Dr. Geneen Marie Haugen & Dr. Laura Blakeman, of the Animas Valley Institute, where they invite listeners to imagine a different future rooted in interconnectedness and a deeper understanding of our place in the world, discuss the concept of animacy and the importance of recognizing the aliveness and intelligence of the worl…
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Tuesday and Tim reflect on the Changing Planet series and their grounded conversations with Zaid Hassan, Brett KenCairn, Katie Redford, and Annie Plotkin-Madrigal. They reflect on the importance of a coherent articulation of your stance, shifting paradigms, embracing nature-based solutions, and the role of spirit and indigenous ways of being in cre…
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On today’s special episode of the pod, join Tuesday as she describes her latest offering: Luminosity Intensive: A Program for Women to Light up the World. The intensive is a transformative 12-week online journey designed specifically for women who are ready to embrace their true essence and illuminate the world with their light. But the Luminosity …
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6.10: Outside Conversations with Katie Redford + Annie Plotkin-Madrigal
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57:42Tuesday and Tim welcome Katie Redford and Annie Plotkin-Madrigal of the Equation Campaign. In this pod, Annie and Katie explain the need for a different approach to climate philanthropy, how they confront and challenge the power of the fossil fuel industry by investing in frontline communities and movements, and the way they approach their work wit…
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Special Pod Episode: Behind The Mask of the Survivor
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49:50Today’s special episode of the pod is an introduction, and invitation, to the inaugural “Behind The Mask of the Survivor." The Outside is both honoured and excited to be organizing the first “Boarding School Survivors Workshop” in North America. This is not to be confused with Indigenous Residential and Boarding Schools, especially as we are hostin…
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6.09: Outside Conversations with Brett KenCairn
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54:41Tuesday and Tim welcome Brett KenCairn, a leader in the development of a new field of urban nature-based solutions. Brett brings a fresh eye to what is happening around the world, climate and ecology as well as a deeply visionary and hopeful stance for the future. This conversation, much like Brett, is both strategic and soulful. Come on in. For de…
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6.08: Outside Conversations with Zaid Hassan
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58:14Tuesday and Tim are excited to welcome back writer, strategist, facilitator, CEO of 10-in-10, and author of The Social Labs Revolution, Zaid Hassan, where he helps us kick off our first episode in the “Changing Planet” series through his second book - “How To Evolve: Using evolution to fix culture, politics and economics, stop the world from frying…
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Tuesday and Tim reflect on the Changing Community series, share The Outside’s AWESOME upcoming course offerings and trainings, introduce the Changing Planet series, highlight the importance of action and discernment in creating change, and discuss why Tim and Tues do not believe in New Year’s resolutions. This one has it all, friends. Tune in. For …
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6.06: Outside Conversations with Manish Jain
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1:13:34Tuesday and Tim are joined by the brilliant Manish Jain, co-founder of Swaraj University, and one of the leading planetary voices for deschooling our lives and reimagining education. A longtime friend and colleague of Tuesday and Tim, Manish continues to provoke and challenge our thinking as the three dive into differing worldviews, how we can love…
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6.05: Outside Conversations with David Stevenson
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58:00Tuesday and Tim are joined by David Stevenson, CEO of the Moose Hide Campaign, where they deep dive into the practice of Circle, the incredible work of the Moose Hide Campaign; including the reason they’ve identified men and boys for their work, the need for connection and skill-building in our relationships to address intimate partner violence, ho…
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6.04: Outside Conversations with Francis Kangata + Tim Merry
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1:08:10Tuesday is joined by Tim Merry and Francis Kangata, co-founders of Mahone Bay United, where they talk about the founding and purpose of Mahone Bay United, the positive impacts that football can have on players, families and the larger community, their working relationship, what’s next for the Club, and the opportunities and challenges of making cha…
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6.03: Outside Conversations with Deanna James
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53:52Tuesday and Tim are joined by Deanna James, President of the St. Croix Foundation, where they talk about philanthropy as a system, how the St. Croix Foundation is doing philanthropy differently, and how Deanna is redirecting power in new ways to drive social change that will make impact beyond the boundaries of St. Croix. This one is provocative, f…
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6.02: Outside Conversations with Chris Corrigan + Caitlin Frost
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1:08:17Tuesday and Tim are joined by long-time friends and colleagues, Chris Corrigan & Caitlin Frost, where they help us kick off our first series of the pod on Changing Community. Chris and Caitlin share stories of what community means to them, the idea of “claiming and being claimed,” creating the container, boundaries, and reciprocity. What a deliciou…
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Special Episode: An Invitation to Navigating Transformation
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18:42Today’s special episode of the pod is YOUR invitation to an exciting new offer from The Outside. Tuesday is launching a four-part workshop for women on Navigating Transformation. This is our call to all the KICK-ASS women out there who are looking for what’s next, what’s different and wanting more. Join us. We kick off on October 25th. For detailed…
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Here we go, friends! Tim and Tuesday are back for Season 6 of the podcast. In this season opener, they talk about what they’ve been up this summer, let us in on the series of conversations they are offering up this year, along with some of the incredible people they’re interviewing. Join us for an inspiring new season of spirit at work. For detaile…
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For the final episode of Season 5, Tues and Tim chat about the mosaic of this season’s podcast guests who pushed, expanded, and made them think differently. Change is on and we are all adapting, as the circumstances around us shift. Anyone who clings to a simple answer risks getting lost along the way. Tune in for some great reflections and ways to…
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5.22: Learning + Evaluation Spotlight Series: Reflections from Tuesday Ryan-Hart & Dr. Gabrielle Donnelly
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45:13For the final episode in our Learning and Evaluation spotlight series, Tuesday and Gabrielle reflect on what they learned from our spotlight guests, how The Outside works with evaluation, and how evaluation can support the celebration of successes along the way while also holding up a mirror for what needs attention in the centering of equity. For …
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5.21: Learning + Evaluation Spotlight Series: A Conversation with Dr. Gladys Rowe
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50:51For the third episode in our spotlight series on Learning and Evaluation, we talk to Dr. Gladys Rowe. We talked about finding your people, sharing visions, building foundations, undoing internal narratives, decolonial futures and indigenous resurgence. It’s a remarkable conversation. Enjoy! For detailed show notes, links and resources, please visit…
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5.20: Learning + Evaluation Spotlight Series: A Conversation with Jamie Gamble
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46:35For today’s second episode in our spotlight series on Learning and Evaluation, we talk to Jamie Gamble, one of the leading experts in developmental evaluation. We talk about power/strategy in how data is used and interpreted, which is a major concern with those interested in equity. We talk about the positive experience that evaluation can bring to…
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5.19: Learning + Evaluation Spotlight Series: A Conversation with Dominica McBride, PhD
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52:38For today’s first episode in our spotlight series on Learning and Evaluation, we talk to the indomitable Dr. Dominica McBride where we explore evaluation as a pathway for healing oppression, visioning and dreaming together what is possible, and how community can be involved our work. Exciting, right?! Tune in. For detailed show notes, links and res…
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5.18: Mini Spotlight Series - Learning + Evaluation
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5:53The Outside is excited to be hosting a mini spotlight series on "Learning + Evaluation" for the month of June. Hosted by Tuesday Ryan-Hart and Dr. Gabrielle Donnelly, we’re shedding a light on one of key pillars of The Outside’s work, methods to support action learning! For detailed show notes, links and resources, please visit: https://www.findthe…
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Join Tuesday and Tim as they deep dive into the world of Burning Man! Burning Man is a radical attempt to create and experience an alternative society; a place where human generosity, creativity, and hard work are leading us to a different future. Sound familiar? Listen in. For detailed show notes, links and resources, please visit: https://www.fin…
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Join Tuesday and Tim as they reflect on their conversations with Meg Buzzi, Brandon Dubé, and Dr. Báyò Akómoláfé. These two sets of conversations offered up very different questions of change making, how to view the world, and how to orient toward the world in our work. We are inspired for what’s in front of us; we hope you are too! For detailed sh…
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5.15: Outside Conversations with Dr. Báyò Akómoláfé
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44:54Tuesday and Tim are joined by Dr. Báyò Akómoláfé where they discuss ancestors and new gods, the concept of slushy time, the soul as “between,” the human as a map, how we show up in the world, and Báyò’s invitation to all of us. This is a brilliant - in EVERY sense of the word! - episode. Tune in. For detailed show notes, links and resources, please…
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5.14: Outside Conversations with Brandon Dubé + Meg Buzzi
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47:47Tuesday and Tim are joined by co-founders of the Present of Work, Meg Buzzi and Brandon Dubé, where they introduce the Present of Work, the importance of pausing and reflecting on the reality of what people do and who they are, what becomes possible when we are open to surfacing those conversations and refocusing on the relational, and how investin…
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Join Tuesday and Tim as they reflect on their conversations with Natalie Williams, Alex Schneider, Tenneson Woolf and Quanita Roberson. These two sets of conversations brought forward some interesting insights into the different pathways toward racial justice, an exploration on the accepted dogma around emotional labour and what is ours to do. This…
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5.12: Outside Conversations with Tenneson Woolf + Quanita Roberson
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59:49Tuesday and Tim are joined by long-time friends and colleagues, Tenneson Woolf & Quanita Roberson, where they talk about their friendship, their backgrounds and work together, what surprises them about working as a cross-racial, cross-gender team and ancestral healing. This is a beautiful one, folks. Tune in. For detailed show notes, links and reso…
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