Philip M Russell
philipmrussell.bsky.social
Philip M Russell
@philipmrussell.bsky.social
Science Teacher and University Lecturer teaching A Level Physics, Biology and Chemistry, but spent much of my teaching in A Level Maths and Computing. Now a Private Teacher. Hobbies Sailing on the River Thames, and making videos and photography.
Your walls could be stuffed with plastic… or sheep wool.

Discover the warm, breathable world of natural insulation: 🐑 Sheep wool 🌿 Hemp 🌾 Wood fibre goinggreenpodcast.blogspot.com/2025/11/natu...

#Retrofit #Sustainability #EcoHome #GreenBuilding #PhilipMRussell
Natural Insulation: Sheep Wool, Hemp and More
Natural Insulation: Sheep Wool, Hemp and More Because staying warm shouldn't cost the Earth — literally. 🧱 Insulation: The First Step ...
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November 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Want more speed or control?
Check your outhaul.
Tight = flat = fast in wind.
Loose = full = power in light breeze.
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We explain how this simple control can reshape your mainsail and your race.

#SailingTips #Outhaul #pmrsailing
November 12, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Clean audio transforms a video.The Tascam CA-XLR2d turns the Canon R5C into a pro recorder — XLR inputs, phantom power, perfect sync. No cables, no fuss, just quality. https://philipmrussell.blogspot.com/2025/11/audio-interfaces-for-cameras-how-tascam.html
November 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The bell curve in business.Students explore how normal distributions help shops order the right mix of clothing sizes — saving stock, space, and money. https://hemelprivatetuition.blogspot.com/2025/11/normal-distributions-how-understanding.html
November 12, 2025 at 1:37 PM
No wind.
No speed.
Just... drifting.
We’ve all had those days. Here's how to make the most of light-air sailing — and maybe even move forward.
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#DinghySailing #LightWind #pmrsailing
November 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
New phone? Shiny. Used phone? Ethical.
Why second-hand tech is better for your wallet and the world. https://goinggreenpodcast.blogspot.com/2025/11/the-ethics-of-buying-used-tech.html
#SustainableTech #CircularEconomy #GreenGadgets #PhilipMRussell
November 11, 2025 at 8:55 AM
​UV photography reveals the invisible — but safety comes first.Use filtered UV-A light, proper goggles, and controlled setups.No image is worth your eyesight.  https://philipmrussell.blogspot.com/2025/11/safe-uv-photography-protocols-making.html
November 11, 2025 at 8:51 AM
​Recycling meets physics.Students use old fizzy drink bottles to explore how water pressure increases with depth — a clear view of P=ρgh in action.  https://hemelprivatetuition.blogspot.com/2025/11/investigating-pressure-using-fizzy.html
November 11, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Yelling into a crackly VHF? Doesn’t help.

We’ve compiled the safety boat radio calls that actually work during chaos — short, clear, and calm.

Read the tips:
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#SailingSafety #VHFskills #pmrsailing
November 10, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Think handwashing dishes is greener than using a dishwasher?
You might be soaking more than your cutlery — like your energy bill. https://goinggreenpodcast.blogspot.com/2025/11/why-dishwashers-can-be-greener-than.html
#EnergyEfficiency #EcoLiving #SustainableHome #PhilipMRussell
November 10, 2025 at 8:59 AM
​Drones open up new views — but not everywhere is fair game.Know where you can, can’t, and shouldn’t fly.Safety, respect, and planning keep you in the sky and out of trouble. https://philipmrussell.blogspot.com/2025/11/safety-on-shared-airspace-days.html
November 10, 2025 at 8:46 AM
​When agar blocks change colour, diffusion comes to life.Students use bromothymol blue to explore how surface area affects the rate of molecular movement.  ​ https://hemelprivatetuition.blogspot.com/2025/11/diffusion-using-agar-blocks-and.html
November 10, 2025 at 8:40 AM
November 9, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Don’t let your portfolio gather dust.Quarterly refreshes keep your work relevant, your branding consistent, and your best projects front and centre. https://philipmrussell.blogspot.com/2025/11/portfolio-refresh-routine-quarterly.html
November 9, 2025 at 3:31 PM
​From bells to phone alerts — Pavlov’s legacy lives on.Students explore classical conditioning and how associations shape behaviour in the modern  world.   https://hemelprivatetuition.blogspot.com/2025/11/classical-conditioning-pavlovs-dogs-in.html
November 9, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Rudder fall off? No problem.
You can still steer a sailboat — using just the sails and your body weight.
We explain how to luff up, bear away, and even tack without touching the tiller.
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#SailingSkills #NoRudderNoProblem #pmrsailing
November 8, 2025 at 4:17 PM
 A November workday at the Sailing club. Involvement for all the family, cutting up the trees, pruning, cleaning the boats and moving and sorting out all the trailers. 
November 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
​Before coding comes logic.Students use flowcharts to map algorithms step by step — learning to think like a programmer before they code.  https://hemelprivatetuition.blogspot.com/2025/11/understanding-algorithms-through.html
November 8, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Loud engines are helpful… until they're not.
Electric safety boats are changing the game.
We look at why silence helps during capsizes and why our Whaly’s quiet approach makes a big difference.

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#SailingSafety #ElectricBoating #pmrsailing
Electric Safety Boats – Quieter Rescues
Electric Safety Boats – Quieter Rescues The Surprising Benefits of Silence When It Matters Most There’s a certain irony in traditional petro...
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November 7, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Summer’s over and your garden’s bare? Perfect.
It’s the ideal time to plan your rewilding mission — one corner at a time.
New blog: https://goinggreenpodcast.blogspot.com/2025/11/rewilding-your-garden-one-corner-at-time.html
#Rewilding #ClimateAction #GreenSpaces #Biodiversity #PhilipMRussell
November 7, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Vacuum filtration doesn’t have to be expensive. We turned a small Makita battery vacuum into a cordless lab filtration system — safe, portable, and perfect for teaching.
Blog https://philipmrussell.blogspot.com/2025/11/diy-vacuum-filtration-low-cost.html
November 7, 2025 at 9:20 AM
​The disappearing cross, made digital.Using a PASCO colorimeter, students record precise data on how concentration affects reaction rate in the sodium thiosulfate reaction.  https://hemelprivatetuition.blogspot.com/2025/11/rates-of-reaction-effect-of.html
November 7, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Still using CFLs? They flicker, they hum, and they contain mercury.
LEDs are brighter, safer, and cheaper in the long run.
New blog: goinggreenpodcast.blogspot.com/2025/11/leds...
#Sustainability #LEDLighting #EnergyEfficiency #PhilipMRussell
#GreenTech #LEDs #HomeImprovement #EnergySaving
LEDs vs CFLs: Lighting Up the Truth
LEDs vs CFLs: Lighting Up the Truth What I learned while upgrading my father-in-law’s house — and why LEDs are the clear winner. 💡 A T...
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November 6, 2025 at 9:11 AM
You’ll need teamwork, timing, and thighs of steel — especially if you're the midhand.
We break down the 3 key roles on board and why each one matters: Helm, Midhand, Jib Hand.
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#ThamesARaters #Sailing
November 6, 2025 at 9:10 AM