Marnie Chesterton

Mentioned in 5 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

A BBC science journalist and presenter based in Cardiff, UK, best known as the host of the Unexpected Elements podcast on BBC World Service. She leads episode discussions and conducts research on scientific topics, with episodes covering subjects ranging from luck to evolutionary biology. She has also contributed to BBC science programming and reporting.

Appears On

CrowdScience Global News Podcast Unexpected Elements

Episode Appearances

CrowdScience · Apr 3, 2026

Will rabbits become super predators?

“Presents Crowdscience episode and conducts interviews with wildlife experts in Australia”

Invasive Species Evolution in AustraliaTasmanian Devil Facial Tumor DiseaseTransmissible Cancer in Wildlife

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Global News Podcast · Feb 26, 2026

A special report from Mexico on the deadly drugs trade

“BBC science presenter explaining new research on eye evolution from single-eyed ancestral organisms”

Mexican Drug Cartel Violence and El Mencho's DeathFentanyl Production and Smuggling OperationsUS-Mexico Border Security and Trump Administration Policy

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Unexpected Elements · Feb 13, 2026

Are you lucky?

“Host of Unexpected Elements podcast from BBC World Service, based in Cardiff”

Live Music Neuroscience and Emotional ResponseDynamic Pricing Algorithms and Consumer StrategyConcert Ticket Acquisition and Demand Management

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Unexpected Elements · Feb 6, 2026

Let the games begin

“Host of Unexpected Elements podcast from BBC World Service, leads episode discussions and archives research”

Winter Olympics 2026 Milan-CortinaLuge athletics and aerodynamic performanceSki jumping equipment tampering scandal

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Unexpected Elements · Jan 30, 2026

Are you still with us?

“Host and presenter of Unexpected Elements podcast; BBC World Service science journalist based in Cardiff, UK”

Loneliness as Public Health CrisisDigital Check-In Apps and Safety TechnologySolo Living Demographics and Urban Isolation

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