Welcome to the trailer episode of the Wilder podcast, where your hosts Tom and Chloe introduce themselves, the podcast, and what to expect from future episodes.

[00:00:26] Tom and Chloe are a husband-and-wife duo, parents of three, and are ready to embark on their exciting new adventure with the Wilder podcast and the Grange Project. Baby Eleanor, their youngest, makes a special guest appearance!

[00:01:03] They discuss why listeners might be interested in their podcast, which will cover all things (re)wilding, sustainability, and biodiversity. They're excited to learn from experts from their positions as 'nature novices'.

[00:01:33] Tom, a former British Army officer, introduces himself and his journey that led him to co-host the Wilder podcast.

[00:01:48] Chloe, a clinical psychologist who specialises in Systemic Psychotherapy, introduces herself, her passions and her slight trepidation about being co-host of a podcast!

[00:02:30] They introduce the Grange Project, an endeavour to rewild 80 acres of moderate grade agricultural land in Monmouthshire. Their goal is to learn from experts, ask the challenging questions, and share their journey.

[00:03:48] They discuss the key themes the podcast will explore, including rewilding, sustainability, and biodiversity. They address some of the debates in the field of rewilding, the impact of biodiversity loss, and the importance of understanding these concepts on a wider scale.

[00:05:10] They delve into their plans for sustainability for their family, including hoped for ventures into horticulture and ecotourism. They also discuss the necessity of the financial feasibility of their projects.

[00:06:39] Tom shares a military analogy to explain their approach to creating influence and driving change with the Grange Project.

[00:07:49] Tom and Chloe encourage listeners to engage with their Facebook group and page - The Grange Project, and invite ideas for future guests and topics via their website, www.grangeproject.co.uk.

[00:08:39] They wrap up the episode, excited for the journey ahead and the learnings they'll be sharing with their listeners.

Join Tom, Chloe, and a selection of expert guests as they delve into the fascinating worlds of rewilding, sustainability, and biodiversity.