
Sara Russell
Planetary scientist at the Natural History Museum. She studies meteorites and the composition of asteroids like Bennu to understand the origins of Earth's water.
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Dec 20, 2024 • 26min
Will the Earth ever lose its Moon?
In this enlightening discussion, Prof Sara Russell, a planetary science expert from the Natural History Museum, Prof Neil Comins, an astrophysicist known for his work on the Moon's impact, and Prof Katarina Miljkovic, a planetary collisions researcher, dive into the Moon’s critical role in shaping Earth. They explore fascinating hypotheticals: life without the Moon, the effects of potential dual moons, and the geological contrasts between the two bodies. Their insights reveal how the Moon's presence governs tides, inspires exploration, and preserves cosmic history.

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Jul 11, 2025 • 31min
Where did Earth’s water come from?
Sara Russell, a planetary scientist at the Natural History Museum, and Richard Greenwood, a meteorite researcher at The Open University, dive into the origins of Earth's water. They discuss how water likely didn't exist when the planet formed from molten rock and explore theories suggesting asteroids, like Bennu, might have contributed to our water supply. Additionally, they examine oxygen isotopes linking Earth and the Moon, shedding light on cosmic impacts and the timeline of water's arrival on our planet.

Mar 21, 2024 • 28min
Laboratory-Grown Meat
Meaty rice and synthetic meat, the advancements and doubts in lab-grown meat production. Intriguingly pregnant stingray raises questions. Unusual asteroid entering Earth’s atmosphere sparks curiosity. Personal encounters with nature: adopting goats, swimming with octopus, and more.