Tim Merry & Tuesday Rivera

Find The Outside

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 doing it live, and inviting you in. Welcome! As Tim says in the first episode: reflection is too import...

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Tim Merry & Tuesday Rivera

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Education

Podcast website

www.findtheoutside.com

Latest episode

Jun 16, 2026

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Episodes

7.11: On the journey to Rooted In Light 04.03.2025

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 visit:  https://www.findtheoutside.com/podcast...

1.03: Rooted In Light 25.02.2025

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 front of her. Listen in as Tues and Gabe discuss...

7.10: Outside Conversations with Bob Wing 18.02.2025

Tim 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 synchronicities can guide choices, the balance between waiting...

7.09: Outside Conversations with The Outside Leadership Team 04.02.2025

Tuesday 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 leadership roles, and the journey of personal growt...

"Rooted in Light" with Tuesday Rivera 30.01.2025

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 about their experiences of coming out of the spirit...

7.08: Outside Conversations with Betsy Taylor 21.01.2025

Tim 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 achieve systemic change. She also discusses her chil...

7.07: On New Beginnings Outside The Outside 07.01.2025

For 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, please visit:  https://www.findtheoutside.com/podc...

7.06: On finding beauty in darkness 10.12.2024

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 and resources, please visit:  https://www.fin...

7.05: On Reality, Hope & Gratitude 26.11.2024

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 understanding of these concepts, emphasizing the role of hum...

7.04: Outside Conversations with Sparrow Hart 12.11.2024

Tim 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 transformation, grief, powerlessness, and the journey of...

7.03: On finding your inner compass 29.10.2024

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 as they approach the second half of their profess...

7.02: Burning the door behind me 15.10.2024

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 implications of spiritual journeys. Together, Tim and T...

7.01: On the complexity and richness of crossroads 01.10.2024

We’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 a period of chronic illness. Tim reflects on the c...

6.16: Outside Tues + Tim 25.06.2024

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 shares her experience and learnings running the Lum...

6.15: Outside Tues + Tim 14.05.2024

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 solve their own problems. They also discuss how th...

6.14: Outside Tues + Tim 30.04.2024

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 the importance of recognizing the aliveness and in...

6.13: Outside Conversations with Christel Scholten 16.04.2024

Tuesday 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 feminine and her work in Brazil, particularly in transf...

6.12: Outside Conversations with Geneen Haugen + Laura Blakeman 02.04.2024

Tuesday 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 world around us. They explore the profound intimac...

6.11: Outside Tues + Tim 05.03.2024

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 creating meaningful change. They also invite YOU to t...

Special Episode: Luminosity Intensive 22.02.2024

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 Intensive  is not just an o...

6.10: Outside Conversations with Katie Redford + Annie Plotkin-Madrigal 20.02.2024

Tuesday 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 with a combination of head, heart, and hands. Driven...

Special Pod Episode: Behind The Mask of the Survivor 15.02.2024

Today’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 hosting in Lnu territory. The focus of this workshop i...

6.09: Outside Conversations with Brett KenCairn 06.02.2024

Tuesday 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 detailed show notes, links and resources, please vis...

6.08: Outside Conversations with Zaid Hassan 23.01.2024

Tuesday 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, & why it’s not that hard.” Tim, Tuesday and...

6.07: Outside Tues + Tim 09.01.2024

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 detailed show notes, links and resources, please v...

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