Titans Of Nuclear | Interviewing World Experts on Nuclear Energy

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Ep 388: Ken Adelman - Fmr. U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. & Arms Control Director Apr 04, 2023

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1) Ken's impressive career and how he ended up working in the roles of U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. and Arms Control Director

2) A discussion of the world's nuclear programs

3) A deep dive into the Strategic Defense Initiative

4) Looking back on the history of nuclear, where we've been, and where we're going

Ep 387: Marco Visscher - Author, "Why We Need Not Fear Nuclear Energy" Mar 27, 2023

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1) Marco's book, "Why We Need Not Fear Nuclear Energy," and how he came to write about this particular topic

2) The inspiration for Marco's book and how he went about researching the multitudes of materials it contains

3) The culture of debate around nuclear energy and how Marco believes we can appeal to those who stand in the middle

4) An exploration of tradition vs. innovation and simplicity vs. complexity when it comes to the nuclear industry

Ep 386: Stefano Buono - Founder and CEO, newcleo Mar 20, 2023

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Stefano's background and how newcleo came to be
A deep dive into nuclear technology and newcleo's ideas
The regulatory environment in Italy vs. other places around the globe
A discussion of emerging technology and common debates surrounding the nuclear industry

Ep 385: Craig Stover - Senior Program Manager, Advanced Nuclear, Electric Power Research Institute Mar 13, 2023

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1) Craig's start as an entry-level engineer and the path of experience that eventually lead him to EPRI

2) Live from EPRI's annual Nuclear Power Council, Craig discusses advanced reactors, the development of nuclear and EPRI's thought leadership

3) An exploration of how EPRI supports both the existing nuclear fleet, as well as what they like to call the "future fleet"

4) A look at EPRI's recent accomplishments, including their Owner-Operator Requirements Guide and Siting Guide

Ep 384: John Gorman - President and CEO , Canadian Nuclear Association Mar 06, 2023

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1. John's history of working with major renewable energy sources and when he began to combat the issue of climate change

2. The impressive progression of nuclear projects in Canada and a discussion of where they currently stand

3. A deep dive into CANDU reactors and what drove Canada to develop them

4. Important messages regarding learning about nuclear, supporting all renewables, and how we can all have a hand in the progression of nuclear energy

Ep 383: Boris Schucht - CEO, Urenco Global Mar 01, 2023

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1) Boris' background as a nuclear engineer from Germany and how looking at the energy transition as an opportunity spurred his continuing career in the industry

2) A deep dive into all things Urenco, including its international scope and more

3) Urenco's growth into the medical isotope space and a discussion of SMRs

4) How hydrogen will play a role in the nuclear energy industry

Ep 382: Adam Stein - Director of Nuclear Energy Innovation, The Breakthrough Institute Feb 14, 2023

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1) A deep dive into Adam's background in engineering, nuclear and consulting, and the variety of projects he worked on

2) The Breakthrough Institute's mission and Adam's step into the research and policy sectors

3) The history of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and how it affects policy today

4) An exploration of the NRC's current ways of operating and how the states may play a role in future policy

Ep 381: Rusty Towell - Director of NEXT Lab, Abilene Christian University Feb 10, 2023

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1) Rusty's early curiosity about nuclear energy and how it led to him becoming the Director of NEXT Lab at ACU

2) Rusty's initial skepticism about molten salt reactors and how it eventually gave way to interest and execution

3) The landmark meeting with the DOE that moved NEXT Lab's research forward

4) The NRC's process of reviewing applications, as well as how this process could evolve and change in the future

Ep 380: Grace Stanke - Miss America, 2023 Feb 02, 2023

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1) Grace shares her passion for learning, engineering and nuclear energy, as well as nuclear's role in medicine

2) A discussion of the varied and exciting day-to-day life of working in a nuclear power plant

3) Grace's time as a scholarship competitor, her new role as Miss America 2023 and traveling the world

4) The philosophical importance of communication and spiritual fulfillment in a future career path

Ep 379: Jim Glasgow - Fmr. Senior Attorney, U.S. DOE, NRC, AEC Jan 27, 2023

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1) A lively in-person interview detailing Jim's background from music to nuclear law

2) The history of the Atomic Energy Commission and Jim's transition to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission

3) The importance of building relationships, learning the industry, and the role of law in the nuclear landscape

4) Major law-related moments in nuclear to keep an eye on as they develop

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