A new podcast series titled "Outsiding" aims to encourage people of all ages to spend more time outdoors, promoting the benefits of engaging with nature. The series is produced by the team behind Dish from Waitrose and features a mix of gardening insights, nature appreciation, and light-hearted conversations recorded outside.
The show brings together Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost and author Caitlin Moran as co-hosts. Moran’s involvement includes a personal element, as she has dedicated a patch of rubble in her garden for Frost to transform, offering listeners practical advice and inspiration for making outdoor spaces more inviting.
Each episode includes a range of celebrity guests who share their own connections to the outdoors. Among the notable participants are actors Adrian Lester and Alexander Armstrong, musician Alex James, and singer Charlotte Church. Comedian Bob Mortimer is a featured guest who reflects on his childhood experiences in northern England, recalling bike rides, the appeal of a post-walk pint, and his hobby of pebble art. Mortimer also humorously renames the plant Cotinus coggygria during his appearance.
The podcast responds to a growing public appetite for content that promotes outdoor activity, gardening, and wellness. By combining expert advice with personal stories and celebrity perspectives, "Outsiding" seeks to motivate listeners who may feel disconnected from nature to explore and enjoy the outdoors more frequently. The producers anticipate the series will find an engaged audience eager for guidance and encouragement in cultivating both gardens and outdoor habits.