Titans Of Nuclear | Interviewing World Experts on Nuclear Energy

1) Bahman’s drive to publish textbooks and how he ended up publishing about 64 works and counting over the course of his career

2) A deep dive into heat pipes and the combined cycle system

3) A discussion of compact heat exchangers

4) Bahman’s new research and some last words of advice regarding innovation and technology

1) Doug’s early interest in nuclear energy, how he ended up in oil and gas, and his eventual return to his passion for nuclear

2) How Doug caught up on the history of nuclear and recent events, as well as his mission to create Oil & Gas Executives for Nuclear

3) How different industries can work together toward the goal of abundant clean energy

4) The future’s energy mix and the development of SMRs

1) How designing a net zero refugee camp led to Richard’s long-time advocacy for energy, sustainability, and, later, nuclear power

2) Richard’s work with the Department of Defense and how he saw the awareness of nuclear energy increase over time

3) The effects of climate change on valuable resources and how the Department of Defense made climate adaptation an effort

4) The use case for modular reactors at operational bases and growing enthusiasm for nuclear energy

1) George’s move from Greece to the United States and how it led him to engineering, becoming a lawyer, and nuclear

2) Why George flew to Japan three weeks after Fukushima and how to communicate with people who aren’t familiar with nuclear

3) The involvement of government in nuclear energy and different ideas on the subject

4) New generations in nuclear and how their mindsets will shift the industry

1) How James got his start in the nuclear industry as a painter and who inspired him to start his career in the first place

2) Explaining nuclear in the 1980’s and how this advocacy has changed over time from generation to generation

3) Day & Zimmermann’s current work and upcoming projects

4) Encouraging people to join the nuclear workforce, advice for those looking to enter the industry, and why nuclear is here to stay

1) How Princess ended up on the path to becoming a Nuclear Communication Specialist

2) The current nuclear development plans for South Africa and what this might look like in the future

3) Desalination, SMRs, and advocating for nuclear across the African continent

4) Princess’ vision for the future of nuclear and the energy mix as a whole

1) How Myrto arrived at energy, specifically nuclear energy, as the root enabler of prosperity

2) Voices of Nuclear, it’s mission and vision, and recent updates

3) A deep dive into the Voices of Nuclear “Energy Transition Scenario” and the relationship between innovation and progress

4) The symbolism and messaging of Voices and what they see for the future of nuclear energy

1) What sparked Grace’s resolve to become a part of the nuclear industry

2) Grace’s recent work as Miss America 2023 and an active nuclear advocate

3) Women in the nuclear industry, young people engaging in nuclear, and committing to changing misconceptions

4) What’s next for Grace and the continuation of her nuclear advocacy work, as well as core design engineering, in her next role

1) The stillness of the French nuclear sector in the 80’s and why Cyrille’s passion for physics led him there

2) The impetus for launching OAKRIDGE SAS and what the company focuses on

3) The countries OAKRIDGE SAS works with, current projects, and an exciting, recent announcement

4) SMRs, COP28, and what the future holds for nuclear energy

1) How interests in math, science, and saving the world lead Claire to nuclear energy

2) Dual Fluid’s technology and what’s behind the company name

3) Critical demonstration experiments and where they might take place

4) What the energy mix will look like in the future and how nuclear fits in to it all

1) Sander’s early career at NRG and nuclear energy in the Netherlands'

2) Thorizon’s Thorium molten salt reactor (MSR) design

3) Recent announcements from Thorizon

4) Where Sander sees nuclear energy in the global energy mix in the future

1) What has changed in the world of nuclear since Andrew last appeared on Titans, as well as some updates on Andrew’s current work and travel

2) How political landscapes and changes can affect the way we build new nuclear

3) The past 5 years of Andrew’s work in the UK - Submarines, research innovation, and reducing time and cost

4) What the future holds for the Nuclear AMRC and what Andrew is most excited to see in the coming years

1) A reintroduction to John Ahlberg, a former Titan from 2020

2) Kärnfull’s target market for deployment and a look into Nordic nuclear

3) District heating in Sweden and the different applications and customers of nuclear energy

4) The pro-nuclear landscape in Sweden and what the landscape looks like in neighboring regions, as well as a quick discussion of COP28

1) Carlo’s educational background and his early start in coal gasification, as well as a desire to travel internationally

2) The biggest lesson Carlo learned from being exposed to a wide variety of energy assets and different modes of operation

3) How the nuclear industry can learn from the best practices of other industries, as well as the different lens Carlo brought to his first experiences in nuclear

4) The nuclear energy landscape in the Netherlands and a deep dive into how its momentum will continue to increase in the coming years

1) Will’s journey learning about nuclear energy in Australia and his founding of Nuclear for Australia

2) A discussion of why Australia should lift the ban on nuclear energy, nuclear submarines, and a letter to the Prime Minister

3) What Will has learned as a 17-year-old founder and his strategies for advocacy and debate

4) Will’s vision for the future of nuclear energy, how to support Nuclear for Australia, and an important message for those interested in nuclear energy

1) Natalie’s last minute switch from film to STEM - How she settled on nuclear engineering

2) An exploration of manufacturing techniques, finding mentors, and invaluable pieces of advice

3) Natalie’s research and a dive into neutron noise, criticality, and robots

4) Celebrating past accomplishments and looking toward what younger generations can help achieve in the future

1) Kaylee’s decision between computer science and nuclear engineering, her current Ph.D. project, and why it’s okay to change your mind

2) How Kaylee became Ms. Nuclear Energy on Tik Tok and what drives her to spread information about nuclear energy

3) How nuclear energy is received on Tik Tok, Kaylee’s audience, and what you might find on Kaylee’s Tik Tok page

4) The advice Kaylee would give to someone entering the nuclear industry and how she would like to see the industry evolve in the near future

1) How Paris got her start in nuclear and began the mission of learning more about energy through research and activism

2) The fight to stop the shutdown of nuclear plants and how this culminated in the effort to save Diablo Canyon

3) How resilience and weekly meetings lead to the government’s reconsideration of Diablo Canyon

4) What Stand Up for Nuclear is currently working on and where Paris sees nuclear going in the future

1) How Charles’ first appearance on Titans of Nuclear opened doors into the world of nuclear energy investment

2) Nuclear energy as a bipartisan issue, as well as when Charles first began to form his own opinions on the subject

3) An impressive exploration of the Oppenheimer Project, a family movie screening of Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, and a visit to the set of the movie

4) A window into what the nuclear industry could look like in the near future

1) Eli’s international upbringing and how it came to influence his interests and career

2) A deep dive into supersonic airplanes, international standards, and startups

3) How The Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University came to be and what the focuses are

4) An exploration of the potential great stagnation, demonstrating leadership through innovation, and influence

1) Juan Pedro’s background and the moving experiences and principles that have propelled him during an impressive career

2) The story behind Pacific Andean Nuclear Power Services, its mission, and where “PAM Power” is going in the future

3) How different countries might collaborate towards a common goal of nuclear development

4) An exploration of what the future of nuclear could look like in South America

1. Igor’s background, his proximity to Chernobyl, and how this all shaped his impressive career in nuclear

2. An exploration of currently operating reactors

3. A deep dive into the world of Supercritical Water Reactors

4. Looking toward the reactors of the future

1) Armando’s experience at university, his interest in thermalhydraulics, and how both of these things propelled him into his current position at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

2) A technical deep dive into some facets of the Supercritical Water Cooled Reactor technology

3) Why the SCWR is being overlooked in the face of numerous other advanced reactor technologies

4) The chemical and mechanical processes of the SCWR and a look inside the world of those who study the technology - What are the popular opinions?

1) Ted’s start in the environmental movement doing grassroots work and how this path eventually lead to the start of The Breakthrough Institute

2) Powerful writing, debates with the environmental movement, and nuclear energy advocacy

3) Ted’s influential pieces on environmentalism and more, as well as the importance of discourse and debate

4) How Ted’s perspective on nuclear energy has changed and evolved throughout his thought leadership - A call to action for Build Nuclear Now

1) Karl’s impressive background in the energy space and his role as an Expert Reviewer for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Sixth Assessment Report

2) Emissions scenarios, sectoral contributions to net zero, and what happens to the primary energy supply in 1.5/2.0 scenarios

3) Depictions of the energy generation mix in 1.5/2.0 scenarios of the report

4) An exploration of why the Summary for Policymakers only includes “nuclear” twice and what this means for readers, journalists, political decisions, and more

1) Emma’s early love for math and science and how it translated into her career today

2) Emma’s work at the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency, the power of analysis, and what her first six months looked like

3) A deep dive into the SMR Dashboard - The creation and meaning

4) A discussion of supply chain, the Dashboard as a resource for the future, and collaboration in the nuclear energy space

1) Piyush’s upbringing in New Delhi, his background in robotics, and how it all lead him to the nuclear industry

2) Some of the interesting projects of Piyush’s career and his admirable passion for working with and mentoring students

3) Current events in the nuclear industry, some news from Idaho National Laboratory, and a quick dive into energy storage

4) Piyush’s experience of being named Asian American Engineer of the Year for 2022, as well as a few points about nuclear medicine and our nuclear energy future

1) Mike’s journey from starting as a summer intern at Beaver Valley Power Station to becoming President and CEO of Bruce power

2) A deep dive into Canada’s nuclear technology and how partnerships in the industry allow it to excel

3) Canada’s supply chain, baseload energy, and a discussion of Bruce Power’s medical isotopes

4) The climate-change-focused technologies Bruce Power is interested in and what we might see from them next

1) How a trip to Fawley Power Station and having conversations with people in nuclear sparked Nick’s ongoing interest in the nuclear industry and energy

2) Resources for getting to know nuclear energy

3) An exploration of the Gridlocked podcast - How it came to be, some guests, and where the show is headed

4) A dive into communications and how we can best reach people, as well as a couple notes on the current nuclear industry

1) Emma’s background in project management, a desire to bring out the best in people, and the epic similarities between Jurassic World and a fully-scaled nuclear project

2) Diversity and gender representation in the nuclear industry - What has changed in past years and where we can go from here

3) A deep dive into project management, Magnox Ltd, the closeness of the nuclear industry, and more

4) A detailed discussion of decommissioning and what people may not realize about the process

1) Ryan’s studies of political science and renewable engineering, and how he overcame his skepticism of nuclear energy and turned into a nuclear energy advocate

2) How Ryan went from listening to Titans of Nuclear to attending rallies in support of saving nuclear power plants

3) Ryan’s impressive contributions to the nuclear energy movement, building relationships, and a quick dive into some Diablo Canyon history

4) What it’s like to be a nuclear advocate and how to become one, as well as a call to grow and elevate the nuclear movement

1) Nolan’s upbringing in a “small town in Texas,” where he got his Ph.D., and how it led him to several of the passion projects of his career

2) His current work, as well as his recent retirement, and how he may still contribute to the nuclear industry as a Professor Emeritus

3) What Nolan thinks is the most significant discovery in nuclear technology over the course of his career, as well as how it has impacted the industry

4) What advice Nolan would give to someone starting out in the nuclear industry based on his experience and perspective

1) Dan’s journey around the world learning, researching, and eventually teaching

2) The various subjects Dan has taught and a little bit about them, whether it be reactor physics and theory, reactor engineering, or experimental reactor physics

3) How Dan’s background led him to space propulsion systems and a deep dive into his current work in the area

4) How Dan believes the “flying nuclear reactor” that brings students into his lab might come to fruition or develop in the coming years

1) Sharmistha’s moves around the globe, her decision to join a Ph.D. program, and her early work with scintillators

2) The role of radiation monitoring in advanced nuclear technologies

3) Sharmistha’s “dream job” at Georgia Tech and her work with Research & Development

4) A deep dive into the fascinating aspects of neutrons, as well as how Sharmistha’s role marries the sciences and humanities together

1) Five-year-old Anna’s memories of picking up newspaper clippings about Chernobyl and how this translated into a career in nuclear

2) How Anna ended up at the Georgia Institute of Technology and the important work she has conducted there thus far

3) A discussion of the next generation of nuclear engineers

4) Anna paints a picture for the future of nuclear energy and engineering

1) Michl’s upbringing in Austria and the physics course which allowed his interests in science, astronomy, labs, and optics to bloom

2) A quick dive into the origins of fusion - Early labs to the creation of TAE

3) Taking a turn into the technical with a discussion of TAE’s focuses and technology

4) TAE’s current projects and what the regulatory path could look like for fusion in the future

1) Senator Cramer’s background - How he originally sparked his interested in politics and public service

2) North Dakota’s diverse energy mix and how it informs Senator Cramer’s work in the U.S. Senate

3) Senator Cramer’s work in the Environment and Public Works Committee and its oversight of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission

4) How we can improve America's global leadership in nuclear energy, as well as how we could support energy security and geopolitical issues abroad

1) Nils’ incredibly interesting background in nuclear and his journey to becoming a prominent figure in the nuclear space

2) What Nils believes is the best model for nuclear regulation and the characteristics this entails

3) Nils’ time at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and some of the highlights and challenges of his career

4) The challenges Nils believes we need to overcome in order to have the nuclear energy industry live up to its full potential

1) Josh Mesner joins us for the Episode 400 special, as he and Bret discuss Josh’s background and beginning at Last Energy - From H.R. to Operations

2) How a young Last Energy first started hiring and onboarding new employees who were already thriving in their existing field

3) Josh’s work with the internal efficiencies of Last Energy and the various projects this work led him to take part in

4) Overcoming challenges in the interest of a mission you believe in and strive for

1) How Bhavya sparked her interests in science and nuclear engineering, as well as traveling around to see power plants in India as a child

2) A deep dive into the types of technologies Bhavya and NASA are using in addition to radioisotope power systems and other power systems

3) The challenges Bhavya foresees having to overcome in terms of relying more on nuclear technology to achieve NASA’s goals in space

4) The regulatory and international cooperation landscapes for nuclear technology in space

1) How Tim came to have a seat on the Georgia Public Service Commission and exactly what the Commission does in Georgia

2) A deep dive into Plant Vogtle, Tim’s experience with nuclear, and how ratepayers and constituents view the nuclear construction process

3) An exploration of Georgia’s unique energy mix

4) Tim’s energy goals for the future, a discussion of his own podcast, and a bit about Tim’s work with EVs

1) Brian’s background as a Mechanical Engineer and his experience being hired in the first group of Shift Technical Advisors at Indian Point 3

2) A day in the life of Indian Nuclear Power Plant back in the mid 1900’s and a discussion of its unique build

3) The mentorship which made Indian Point special and the excitement of outages and refueling

4) Some standout photos from Brian’s book and the family members that worked at Indian Point together

1) We kick off ‘Nuclear Now’ Day with a story of how the film came to be - Listen in for the story behind it all

2) How Oliver Stone and Joshua Goldstein took a deep dive into the nuclear industry in search of the film’s content, as well as what and who viewers might see in ‘Nuclear Now’

3) A discussion of how we’ll get electrons on the grid and some of the most thought-provoking discoveries made in the production of ‘Nuclear Now’

4) A glimpse into what our nuclear future looks like according to Oliver and Joshua

1) A roundtable discussion of Brent and Lex’s backgrounds in science, nuclear, engineering, and more

2) How Brent and Lex came to connect about the ideas behind Solid Atomic, as well as a deep dive into what these ideas could mean for nuclear energy

3) How transmission from 500 feet under the ocean works in the Solid Atomic gameplan

4) A discussion of HALEU fuel and where the Solid Atomic team currently stands in terms of prototyping

1) The choice that lead Roger into his nuclear career and the nuclear submarine it all started on

2) Roger’s work in public speaking and how to get involved in grassroots nuclear organizations or groups

3) A deep dive into Argonne and the multidisciplinary benefits of national labs

4) How projects work at a national lab - Support, funding, management, and more

1) The history of Chalk River and how Canadian Nuclear Laboratories covers the whole spectrum of nuclear projects

2) How Joe’s career path lead him into the broader energy and nuclear spaces - A ‘how to’ on entering the nuclear industry

3) The public perception of nuclear energy and how CNL focuses largely on environmental remediation and cleanup

4) A deep dive into medical isotopes and the Vision 2030 Plan

1) Exploring Julianne’s background and the arguments for and against nuclear she heard back at the start of her career

2) Julianne’s transition from deep technical work into more of a commercial, business development, and strategy space

3) They key pillars of growing a business into a scalable and sustainable entity

4) Julianne’s current role in the consulting space and how nuclear fits in to it all

1) Wayne’s background and a celebration of the one-year anniversary of his current role at General Atomics

2) A detailed explanation of a tokamak device and what it means in the space of fusion power

3) General Atomics’ leadership in the magnetic fusion energy field, as well as their involvement in the recent fusion breakthrough at LLNL

4) Talking points to showcase nuclear energy’s potential to those who aren’t familiar with the technology

1) Yasir’s background, his first internship in the industry, and how Fukushima shaped the start of his nuclear energy career

2) A deep dive into the microreactor work that eventually lead Yasir to Idaho National Laboratory

3) A discussion of the MARVEL project and what it stands for - both the acronym and the mission for the project itself

4) Yasir explores the mindsets of collaboration and competition in the nuclear industry

1) Bret’s educational background and the best piece of advice he would give to someone currently in their undergraduate years

2) A discussion of passive safety and the difference between reactor types

3) A look into the future of where USNC’s microreactors could be deployed

4) For those who missed it, a component of Bret’s speech given at the MIT-CANES Symposium

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1) Tammy’s scientific background and how an LLNL outreach event influenced the career trajectory of her highschool self

2) A deep dive into the National Ignition Facility and some of the momentous experiments Tammy has been a part of

3) An explanation of fusion reactions, lasers, and the various components involved in the recent fusion breakthrough

4) Lawrence Livermore’s mission to create a fusion industry that is equitable, diverse, and just

1) Charles discusses what it was like to grow up with the Oppenheimer legacy and how his Grandfather’s life has been captured and represented in history

2) How the Bhagavad Gita, family life and a trip to Corsica fit into Robert Oppenheimer’s life story

3) The recent restoration of Robert Oppenheimer’s security clearance and how this led to inspiration on Charles’ part

4) Charles’ founding of The Oppenheimer Project, exploring nuclear and making connections in the nuclear space

1) An overview of Bob’s background, his childhood in Brooklyn, and the book which sparked his enduring interest in nuclear

2) Bob’s former negotiations with North Korea and how light water reactors fit into the story

3) A deep dive into the varying forms of plutonium and a debate about the intricacies of engineering

4) Bob’s views on international safety and the accompanying safety of nuclear power

1) Heather’s background in Materials Engineering and her path to nuclear

2) A deep dive into misconceptions about nuclear power plants and how Heather overcame her initial skepticism

3) Heather’s advocacy and the story of Mothers for Nuclear

4) The saving of Diablo Canyon and predictions for what the future could hold

1) How Mikal’s background in shipping led him to the energy industry and the founding of CORE POWER

2) CORE POWER’s role in working alongside TerraPower and Southern Company to develop an MSR

3) The innovative designs of floating nuclear and how they fare on the ocean

4) The benefits and potential challenges of working towards a long-term nuclear energy solution

1) Maria’s upbringing in Ukraine and how her close proximity to Chernobyl inspired a future career

2) How studying the environment led Maria to feeling at home in the nuclear industry

3) The ins and outs of Maria’s role as a Supply Chain Inspection Manager

4) The importance of Nuclear New Build and diversity, equity and inclusion in the nuclear workforce

1) Greg’s interest in space leading him to electrical engineering and data recovery and away from fusion… and then back to fusion again

2) The intricacies of fusion and the public’s view of its potential 

3) The process of working with the NRC and receiving approval for safety procedures

4) SHINE Technologies’ ideas, innovation and fusion processes

1. Derek's fusion background all the way from middle school to his time at MIT
2. How CTFusion differentiates itself from other fusion companies, as well as its various milestones
3. The technical setup of spheromak and tokamak reactors in a fusion setting
4. The overcoming of mechanical and fusion challenges, as well as insights into the future of fusion

1. Chris Keefer and his work with Canadians for Nuclear Energy
2. The saving of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station and its CANDU Reactors
3. How the refurbishment of CANDU Nuclear Reactors and their lifetime shakes out in the political space
4. Chris’s nuclear worldview and his very own “Decouple” podcast

1) Kate Fowler’s background and early career experience working in nuclear fire protection and safety

2) Kate’s expertise in nuclear insurance and how insurance is handled in the nuclear industry 

3) How the nuclear insurance industry is preparing for the development of SMRs and AMRs

4) Kate’s vision for the future of nuclear energy and the role insurers will play

1) Maria Korsnick’s background working as Chief Nuclear Engineer for Constellation 

2) A deep dive into NEI’s work and Maria’s role there

3) A look at the challenges current operators and new nuclear developers are facing in the United States 

4) Maria’s vision for the future of nuclear energy in the US and globally 

1) Alex Kaufman’s background growing up in New York and becoming a writer

2) How Alex approaches writing about scientific topics and communicating complicated technical concepts to an audience 

3) Alex’s recent articles about nuclear energy and his journey learning and writing about nuclear 

4) Alex’s vision for the future of clean energy and the role nuclear can play 

1) Edgardo’s background growing up in Chile and Canada 

2) Edgardo’s work in telecommunications consulting and energy economics 

3) A deep dive into the economics of nuclear energy and where Edgardo has seen challenges 

4) Edgardo’s vision for the future of the clean energy transition 

1) David Stearns’ early career at the intersection between finance and policy and how that led him to nuclear 

2) David’s experience working on nuclear projects in the 1990s

3) A deep dive into nuclear financing models and the pros and cons of various routes

4) David’s vision for the future of nuclear energy

1) Rep. Donald’s background working in finance and his inspiration to join the House of Representatives 

2) A deep dive into the role clean, baseload power plays in enabling innovation

3) A look at the roadblocks in current domestic nuclear development and how to overcome those roadblocks

4) Rep. Donald’s vision for the future he hopes to help enable

1) Philip Johnson’s career working at UxC starting as an analyst and working up to VP of Fuel Cycle 

2) A deep dive into uranium markets and UxC’s role as a leading data source

3) The impact of geopolitical issues on uranium markets

4) A look at new nuclear development projects and opportunities for SMRs around the world

1) Dominique Minière's long career with EDF and his transition to Ontario Power Generation 

2) The relationship between OPG and Global First Power and the work they are doing with USNC

3) An update on OPG’s SMR project with GE Hitachi at the Darlington site 

4) Dominique’s vision for the future of nuclear energy in Canada 

1) Ian Grant’s early career working for Babcock and Wilcox in the United Kingdom

2) Ian’s move to Canada working with Atomic Energy of Canada Limited 

3) CANDU reactor's unique design and the technological advantages they offer 

4) Ian’s vision for the future of SMRs and nuclear energy development

1) Jim Howe’s career path from the Coast Guard to nuclear fuel enrichment 

2) A deep dive into the history of Centrus Energy and their unique role in the nuclear fuel cycle 

3) How Jim’s role in government relations contributes to Centrus’ overall mission 

4) Jim’s vision for the future of nuclear energy and nuclear fuel 

1) Brett Plummer walks us through his career evolution starting in the naval nuclear program 

2) Brett’s role at NB Power and the steps he’s taken to help them drive towards excellence 

3) SMR development in New Brunswick and NB Power’s work with Moltex and ARC Canada

4) Brett’s vision for the future of nuclear power in Canada and around the world

1) Chris' journey to nuclear advocacy and the changes he's seen in overall attitudes towards nuclear 

2) A deep dive into green bonds and nuclear's role in green financing frameworks

3) Nuclear power in Canada and the important role it plays in the country's clean energy generation

4) Nuclear messaging and ways the nuclear industry can improve their communications strategies

1) Craig’s background working in multiple areas of government

2) Craig’s previous role as Deputy Director of Advanced Nuclear Innovation for BEIS

3) How the SMR landscape in the UK has changed over the years 

4) Craig’s vision for the future of nuclear in the UK and around the world

1) His Excellency’s background growing up in Abu Dhabi and his early interest in engineering 

2) A deep dive into the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation and the success of the Barakah Project 

3) The UAE’s role in nuclear power development and opportunities for further growth 

4) His Excellency’s vision for the future of nuclear energy in the UAE and around the world 

1) Jake’s background growing up in New Mexico and being around nuclear energy from a young age 

2) A deep dive into the founding of Oklo and what makes their technology unique  

3) How Oklo is navigating challenges associated with licensing in the United States

4) Jake’s vision for Oklo’s future and how they are continuing to push forward 

1. Katie Silver recaps her career and explains how she became the lead on the Reuters SMR and Advanced Reactor conference

2. A look into this year's conference and some of the upcoming speakers. 

3. Katie's vision for the future of nuclear energy

To learn more about this year's conference visit Reuters Events. 

1) Ed's early introduction to the nuclear industry through dose and risk assessment studies

2) The history of the linear no-threshold model

3) Challenges and criticisms of the linear no-threshold model 

4) Ed's vision for the future of radiation studies  

1) David Frum on how early experiences informed his view on the emerging carbon issues 

2) The context of Germany’s recent anti-nuclear decisions and other critical pivot points for the nation 

3) A deep dive into the scale of the current carbon issue and how it could change globally 

4) Why global wealth & prosperity is the key to cleaner energy and air  

1) Jonathan Hackett's background studying physics and how he translated that into a career in finance 

2) Background on green bonds and BMO's role in the issuance of the first nuclear green bond 

3) What the issuance of a nuclear green bond indicates about nuclear's role in green financing frameworks going forward 

4) The rapid growth of sustainable finance over the past few years and the challenges/opportunities if presents for nuclear 

2) Why simplicity in design and supply chain are some of NuScale’s greatest assets 

3) A deep dive on NuScale’s manufacturing, assembly, and deployment strategies 

4) Two key deliverables to get from vendors to mitigate risk in the design for the manufacturing stage

1) How Thomas Jam Pederson made the jump from the IT industry to molten salt reactors 

2) How Copenhagen Atomics is bringing new nuclear technology paired with a new industry business model 

3) Challenges of operating a nuclear-based business in a country that has outlawed civil nuclear 

4) Why both open source and patented designs are beneficial to the nuclear startup community 

1) Jeff Chamberlain reflects on the early initiatives to secure vulnerable nuclear materials post-9/11 

2) Role of the US National Nuclear Security Administration in nonproliferation and export control 

3) Strategies for converting highly enriched uranium nuclear reactors to use LEU fuels 

4) Exploring the latest NNSA resource for industry and academia: US Nuclear Nexus

1) Jean-Michel Hoorelbeke’s path to a nuclear energy career through his mining engineering education 

2) How France’s Underground Research Laboratory verified the feasibility of the nuclear waste geological repository 

3) The progression of Cigéo from the research phase to the industrial phase 

4) Remaining research for France’s nuclear waste storage & disposal plans

1) Thomas' career trajectory from public service to private industry 

2) The many roles Thomas has played at Assystem across many different geographies 

3) Private industry's role in accelerating the clean energy transition throughout Europe

4) Thomas' vision for the future of nuclear energy around the world 

1) Kamen Kraev's path to journalism and how he ended up writing about nuclear energy 

2) The history of NucNet, one of the world's leading nuclear publications 

3) Communications challenges within nuclear energy and what communications professionals can do to help 

4) Kamen's hopes for the future of nuclear as an energy source 

1) Madeleine's path to nuclear, starting with her industrial placement year at Sellafield

2) Madeleine's previous roles managing operations at Sellafield's sludge packaging facility and fleet maintenance facilities 

3) How Sellafield uses flasks to transport nuclear waste inside and outside of the site 

4) Madeleine's role managing Sellafield's COVID-19 response and maintaining operations throughout the pandemic

1) Rory O'Sullivan's early career working in construction and on a wind farm 

2) Rory's introduction to molten salt reactors and his early work researching this technology 

3) A look at Moltex's technology including WATSS which provides the ability to recycle nuclear waste 

4) Rory's vision for future deployment of Moltex reactors in Canada

1. Sylvie Bermann's background as the French Ambassador to the United Kingdom, France, and Russia. 

2. A deep dive into the 2021 World Nuclear Exhibition and GIFEN's role in hosting the event. 

3. A look at the WNE Awards Ceremony, including the first-ever WNE Fellow Award

4. Sylvie Bermann's vision for the future of nuclear energy in France and around the world 

Titans of Nuclear host Jadwiga Najder and producer Olivia Columbus provide an in-depth look at the 2021 World Nuclear Exhibition. 

1) Emmet Penney’s philosophical journey to nuclear energy & what changed his mind along the way 

2) A comparison of strategies for nuclear power plant build-out in the US 

3) How to replace coal power with nuclear and why deregulation is the key first step 

4) Challenges in culture & communication in the nuclear space 

1) Andy Prendergast introduces the GMB general union and its role in UK’s nuclear industry 

2) Strategies for closing and maintaining the skills gap needed to build new nuclear 

3) UK’s projected job growth related to nuclear technology export 

4) How the GMB is advocating for nuclear’s long term impacts on skilled careers, the UK economy, and global climate change

1) Robin Manley explains how OPG has shifted its small modular reactor (SMR) deployment strategy 

2) The final three contenders for Canada’s first SMR build 

3) How the CNSC is integrated into preliminary design analysis & operating plant monitoring 

4) Looking at future advanced reactor & microreactor possibilities in Ontario

1) Cesare Frepoli reflects on how & why he continued to pursue a nuclear engineering career in the aftermath of Chernobyl 

2) The role of integrated test facilities in new nuclear plant safety analyses 

3) How the licensing and certification process is evolving and adapting to another dimension of nuclear power 

4) Keys to building a company and a team focused on complex, technically challenging projects

1. Matt’s early career working in blogging and launching Vox

2. Matt’s newest project, Slow Boring, and his recent piece on nuclear power 

3. Differences in regulatory structures between nuclear energy and other heavily regulated sectors

4. Opportunities for new nuclear development around the world 

1) Ian Hore-Lacy remembers how his book “Nuclear Electricity” came about 40 years ago 

2) The current state of Australia’s energy infrastructure & its stance on nuclear power 

3) Comparing 1960s nuclear power plant construction & ways small modular reactors can improve production cost 

4) The future of nuclear in Australia

1. Lonnie's career as an electrical worker and early involvement in the IBEW

2. The IBEW's role representing workers both at the local and federal level

3. Lonnie's recent op-ed on the importance of nuclear energy 

4. Lonnie's role as an advisor to the presidential transition team 

1. Robert’s early introduction to nuclear energy and thorium reactors 

2. Robert’s recent Wall Street Journal op-ed and the linear no-threshold hypothesis 

3. A look at Thorcon’s concept of building a small modular reactor (SMR) using shipbuilding techniques

4. Thorcon’s plans to deploy an SMR in Indonesia

1) Adrian Bull’s journey through the nuclear industry, from modeling and research to communications 

2) How Adrian worked with Japanese leadership to rethink communication strategies – direct & indirect - after Fukushima 

3) The process of building & maintaining a nuclear cultural heritage in the UK’s communities 

4) Ways to maximize the supply chain in the UK to support the rollout of new nuclear

1) Laura Leay breaks down how inactive versions of high-level nuclear waste are used to study & improve processes 

2) Ways that knowledge exchange programs can be used to build up a facility’s resume to support long-term projects 

3) Technological, generational, and behavioral changes inside the nuclear industry  

4) How familiarity impacts perception and how to bring familiarity to nuclear energy

1) Mark Nelson looks at the breakdowns in the nuclear industry today & how attracting top talent can change the course

2) The danger and potential consequences of over-optimization in nuclear power plant design 

3) Mark shares how he made his viral graph comparing CO2 emissions of France and Germany 

4) Why fully operational, paid-for, carbon-free nuclear plants are getting shut down around the world & how to make an impact

1) Austin Lo walks through the process of thermionic energy conversion and why General Motors got involved in nuclear reactor research in the 1960s 

2) Benefits & challenges of thermionics for space nuclear power applications 

3) A comparison of how nuclear R&D has evolved over time and alongside regulatory changes 

4) Expanding nuclear innovation to cultural growth, discovery, and new inventions

1) How the UK nuclear market has shifted from decommissioning to new builds and the current state of the industry 

2) Why fully-functioning nuclear reactors require design changes when crossing international borders into new regulatory requirements 

3) Allan Carson’s path to the World Nuclear Association to pursue international cooperation in reactor design

4) Plans for a future with regulatory collaboration and the direct impacts to clean energy & climate change  

1) Jay Wileman explains how the GE and Hitachi partnership started and how it’s evolved over the years 

2) A breakdown of the five different value streams GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy brings to its customers 

3) Advantages of the up-and-coming BWRX-300 reactor in the global nuclear space 

4) Why keeping and maintaining existing nuclear plants is key to achieving climate goals

1) Why bringing manufacturing back to the UK is critical for controlling emissions 2) Paul Nevitt walks through how his early chemistry linked to nuclear through UK’s defense sector study of actinides 3) Role of the National Nuclear Laboratory in driving collaboration towards achieving climate goals 4) A spotlight on some feature projects at the Nuclear Innovation Research Office

1) The story of how Jeremy Gordon stumbled into editing Nuclear Engineering International Magazine with zero background in nuclear 

2) Jeremy’s transition to the World Nuclear Association and how he built World Nuclear News 

3) Fukushima as a case study for how to communicate about a developing emergency situation at a nuclear power plant 

4) Why creating alliances and collaboration with outside sectors is key to salvaging the nuclear industry’s social license

1) How Callum Thomas identified the human resources need in the nuclear industry, leading to the startup of his organization, Thomas Thor 

2) Challenges and opportunities in finding and recruiting skilled personnel into the global nuclear workforce 

3) Ways Thomas Thor is advocating for the nuclear industry and encouraging people to do independent research and come to their own conclusions about the technology 

4) Why diversity and inclusion is key to successful collaboration and execution of nuclear projects and, on a bigger scale, achieving net-zero

1. How Fiona Reilly’s nuclear career started as a commercial lawyer visiting a nuclear power plant during a refueling outage 

2. The key to building future nuclear projects through a combination of risk sharing and profit sharing 

3. How technology parks, medical isotopes, and fusion can play an important role in UK’s leveling up economic agenda 

4. Considerations for financing energy projects and a breakdown of early project development costs

1) What led Jason Crawford to make the jump from Silicon Valley to a focus on the history of technology and philosophy of progress 

2) How Jason got into writing and connected with some of his favorite economic historians through a viral post on the invention of the bicycle 

3) The critical events that strangled nuclear energy progress in its early years and a look at the bottlenecks it faces today

4) A sneak peek of Jason’s book, Roots of Progress, and a call to action to pay it forward to future generations through technological advancement

1) Lindsay Morton reflects on how she discovered the field of epidemiology and how it satisfied her love for math, biology, and research 

2) How the National Cancer Institute contributes to global cancer research and a look at the projects they pursue internally 

3) Why studying the impacts of radiation on the human body is so complex and some of the testing methodologies and biometrics used 

4) A review of past and ongoing cancer studies related to the Chernobyl incident and how it informs data in new incidents, like at Fukushima 

1. Dr. Chanock's early career in medicine, dedicating his work to cancer research 

2. The National Cancer Institute's role within the National Institute of Health and why they decided to pursue studies on Chernobyl

3. A deep dive into the NCI's two most recent studies on Chernobyl, the largest of their kind 

4. A look at the results of those studies and their larger applications for public health

1. Andrzej's early career leading the startup of Poland's Maria research reactor

2. His work at the IAEA and experiences traveling to plants around the world 

3. Lessons learned about the safety of nuclear power plants from the Fukushima accident

4. Andrzej's belief's around changing the approach to the effects of small doses of radiation  

1. Michel's early work as an economist with the CEA

2. Michel's shift into the policy space at the OECD-NEA

3. The economics of nuclear energy and how it differs from other energy sectors

4. Learning from past experiences in the development of new nuclear projects

1) Ben Levitt reflects on the path that led him through the world of physics into fusion technology development at Zap Energy 

2) How observations from the 18th century contributed to the understanding of the Z-pinch concept 

3) The process of achieving scientific and commercial break-even in deuterium-tritium fusion

4) Why fusion is key to the success and sustainability of humanity now and in the future

1) Arun Khuttan gives a brief history of COP and how the nuclear community has been involved in the past 

2) Neil Calder introduces how the Net Zero Needs Nuclear campaign is asking international leaders to reassess their energy policies 

3) Sophie Zienkiewicz explains the outreach strategy, both within and outside the nuclear sector, for starting more conversations around nuclear 

4) Why the younger generation of nuclear professionals is so passionate about fighting climate change with this technology 

1) George Verberg’s early exposure to energy working in the Government of the Netherlands

2) His work in natural gas at Gasunie and as President of the International Gas Union 

3) George’s work as a nuclear advocate in the Netherlands 

4) Future opportunities for nuclear development in the Netherlands 

1. Richard Meserve's accidental introduction to nuclear working in the White House Science Advisor's office during Three Mile Island

2. Richard's appointment to the NRC and his role as Chairman  

3. Takeaways from the Fukushima accident its impact on perceptions of nuclear 

4. Opportunities for the development of advanced reactors and their role in tackling climate change 

1) Esam Hussein’s journey from Egypt to Canada in the pursuit of a career in nuclear engineering 

2) An in-depth look at the intricacies of the CANDU reactors and how they’ve evolved 

3) A comparative analysis of different SMR designs in terms of technology and modularity

4) How to optimize capital cost and operating cost in nuclear power plants

1) Isabelle Boemeke’s journey through her modeling career, leading her to entrepreneurship and eventually, environmentalism 

2) How Isodope, Isabelle’s social media character, is making nuclear energy relatable and relevant for the masses

3)Strategies for educating and engaging the public in climate change conversation 

4) A look at the electricity & emissions impacts California will see if Diablo Canyon shuts down for good

1) How Chris Gadomski’s childhood memories of the 1970s oil embargo shaped his view on energy forever 

2) The links between oil, renewables, and nuclear through the STEEP plus W analysis 

3) A comparison of the nuclear industries in China, Russia, and the United States through the decades

4) Why operating nuclear reactors are getting shut down in the US and the impact on net-zero goals if the trend continues

1) How the global fashion industry led Rickey Ruff to go door-to-door to factories in Hong Kong 

2) The role of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals in Rickey’s journey to pursue clean energy 

3) Why the international fashion supply chain is the perfect industry for microreactor deployment 

4) This year’s newest feature at the New York Fashion Week: nuclear energy

1) Anicet Touré gives a brief history of Belgium’s nuclear industry and the role of Tractebel 

2) The opposing influences of Germany and France on Europe’s stance on nuclear 

3) Four questions to ask when determining the business case of small modular reactors in your country 

4) How SMRs can open new market opportunities for multiple industries, including the steel and petrochemical sectors

1) A look at Steven Arndt’s early studies in nuclear instrumentation & controls and probabilistic risk assessments

2) How the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has adapted to a changing industry over the years

3) What the regulation change or exemption process looks like for new reactor licensees 

4) How the American Nuclear Society is working to get nuclear on a level playing field in the energy industry

1) Sama’s introduction to the energy industry and how she got hooked on nuclear

2) The study of heat transfer correlation between corium and concrete in a core meltdown

3) How to address the system cost of energy technologies and factor in decarbonization

4) Why it’s important to get nuclear energy included in Europe’s sustainable financing taxonomy

1) What led Zion Lights to change her mind and dedicate her life to sharing nuclear with others

2) Why traditional conversations surrounding nuclear limit our ability to stop climate change

3) A sneak peek into Zion’s new grassroots movement, Emergency Reactor

4) How to take action against climate change and participate during a pandemic

1) How Dr. Bismark Tyobeka’s early interest in physics led him into the study of radiation and nuclear reactors

2) A brief history of nuclear technology development in South Africa

3) The importance of collaboration in Dr. Tyobeka’s professional development

4) What the future of nuclear looks like in South Africa, and some global insights

1) What led Mary Lou to shift from teaching high school students to a joint appointment at Idaho National Labs and Idaho State University 

2) Her work in South Africa at the Pebble Bed Modular Reactor

3) Mary Lou's involvement in the American Nuclear Society from member to president 

4) The many applications of nuclear and opportunities it offers for the future 

1) Why Lars Roobol’s early interest in radiation was triggered by the incident at Chernobyl

2) How the material test reactor in the Netherlands contributes to nuclear medicine

3) A comparison of risk communication and public perception of nuclear and other industries

4) Lars discusses some market incentives to encourage clean energy across sectors

1) Dan’s early work in various uranium enrichment methods and technologies

2) The origin of the TVA and its unique model within the U.S. government  

3) The TVA’s work on the Clinch River Nuclear Technology Park

4) Innovative approaches to site permitting, advanced construction methods, and supporting new nuclear

1) Brett’s first introduction to nuclear as a University of Florida undergraduate

2) Brett’s career transition from nuclear engineer to nuclear policy expert 

3) The Clean Air Task Force’s role in supporting nuclear energy as a tool to decarbonize the energy grid 

4) The future of nuclear energy and projects that Brett is excited to see become a reality

1) Michelle's career spanning from engineering to public policy 

2) The Energy Impact Center's (EIC) work and partnering with the University of Michigan for the Nuclear Grand Prize Challenge 

3) An update on the Nuclear Grand Prize Challenge and other EIC projects 

4) Michelle's work on Open100 and her goals for the future of the project

1. Björn's career as an energy financier 

2. Björn's introduction to nuclear energy, shifting from a critic to advocate 

3. The German Energiewende policy and its impact on the country's energy makeup 

4. Challenges nuclear energy faces in Germany and efforts to expand nuclear around the world 

1) Rolls Royce’s broad scope of work in aircrafts, defense, and power 

2) Alan’s role in helping to develop Rolls Royce’s nuclear program 

3) Rolls Royce’s plan to develop an SMR by 2029

4) The nuances and challenges of financing new nuclear projects   

We are excited to announce that we've launched a new podcast, the Energy Impact Podcast. For more information please visit energyimpactcenter.org/podcast and be sure to listen, subscribe, and leave a review. 

1. Chris’ background growing up in Canada and becoming an activist  

2. Chris’ career as a doctor and the prevalence of nuclear medicine  

3. The linear-no-threshold hypothesis and commonly held misconceptions about nuclear 

4. Chris’ role as a nuclear advocate in Canada and his hopes for the future of the pro-nuclear movement

1. Director-General Grossi’s career as a diplomat and early introduction to nuclear 
2. The IAEA’s work covering all facets of atomic energy 
3. Global perceptions of nuclear energy and the IAEA’s role in shepherding newcomer countries through the process of acquiring nuclear energy 
4. Director-General Grossi’s vision for the future of nuclear and the role it will play in the clean energy transition 

1. Dr. Ameri’s background as a radiation oncologist 

2. Dr. Ameri’s initial introduction to low-dose radiation as a COVID-19 pneumonia treatment

3. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran

4. Dr. Ameri’s goals to expand this treatment and push forward further trials 

1) The impact of Fukushima on Victor Nian’s career path in the nuclear industry 2) A regional look at the risks and benefits of expanding nuclear energy in Southeast Asia 3) Singapore’s focus on energy efficiency as an urban island state 4) How small modular reactors could change Singapore’s nuclear power development

1) Early uses of radiation in medicine 

2) The use of low-dose radiation to treat cancer

3) Dr. Khan’s work treating COVID-19 related pneumonia with low-dose radiation 

4) Global efforts to begin clinical trials treating COVID-19 related pneumonia with low-dose radiation and the challenges of using this treatment off protocol 

1) The use of radiation as a treatment for cancer and various benign diseases.

2) Cytokine release syndrome, the cytokine storm, and the body’s inflammatory response to COVID-19. 

3) The use of low-dose radiation to treat COVID-19 related pneumonia and historical uses of radiation to treat pneumonia. 

4) Current challenges to using low-dose radiation to treat COVID-19 related pneumonia. 

1) The impacts of COVID-19 on the immune system

2) The use of low dose radiation (LDR) to treat COVID-19 related pneumonia and the historical precedence for this treatment

3) The importance of accurately weighing risk versus benefits when evaluating the use of radiation in medical procedures

4) Misconceptions about radiation and the important role it plays in medicine 

1. Facundo Deluchi introduces Argentina’s nuclear program and its impact worldwide through technology export 

2. The role of INVAP in Argentina’s nuclear program and throughout the international market

3. Why the specific needs of developing countries must be considered in energy infrastructure development 

4. How the International Framework for Nuclear Energy Cooperation brings different nuclear stakeholders together to strengthen the worldwide industry

Nick Smith joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss: 

1) How Nick Smith’s early professional career on the football field led him to the energy industry in an unconventional way

2) Nick reflects on his personal discovery of nuclear power and how it led to a major career shift to advanced nuclear R&D

3) An overview of the current projects underway at the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) to enable advanced reactor demonstrations

4) The role of the Zero Power Physics Reactor (ZPPR) and the Experimental Breeder Reactor-II (EBR-II) dome in the future of advanced nuclear

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

John Jackson joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss: 

1) John Jackson shares his experience growing up living off-the-grid and how he got involved in mechanical engineering and fracture mechanics.

2) How John reconnected with the Idaho National Lab and got involved with the Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear. 

3) How the GAIN vouchers connect nuclear technology developers and the resources available at the National Labs.

4) Why the nuclear industry must unite to work towards demonstrations of new nuclear technology to fight climate change globally.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Christine King joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss: 

1) Christine King reflects on her time at EPRI where she focused on solving inherited material problems related to the use of Alloy 600 in steam generators. 

2) Christine shares her personal journey to find purpose and how it impacted her career path in the nuclear sector.

3) The role of GAIN in the nuclear sector and the many ways it supports developers, investors, end users, and government programs.

4) A look at how new technology demonstrations and regulation reform will lead to the new nuclear market.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Dave Amerine joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss: 

1) David Amerine reflects on how his time in the Navy led to a broad career in the nuclear sector and shares the keys to building a safety-conscious work environment.

2) Lessons learned from years spent resolving management and operational issues at various nuclear facilities and how David led his teams through challenging obstacles.

3) David highlights some of the ways the nuclear industry has communicated well to share lessons learned, but makes a call to action for better public education on nuclear power.

4) How new nuclear technologies and small modular reactors will upend the nuclear industry and provide a path towards nuclear as a broadbase, reliable electricity source.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Theo Nii Okai joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Theo Nii Okai recaps his career with the Volta River Authority and describes how Ghana began its path energy diversification. 

2) How nuclear power will serve Ghana’s commitment to climate change and support regional economic development.

3) Ghana’s progress through the IAEA milestones and what it means for the Sub-Saharan region of West Africa.

4) How Africa is combating climate change for the good of the planet.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Ed Lyman joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Ed Lyman reflects on the path that led him from physics to energy policy and how the Union of Concerned Scientists got started.

2) Ed discusses the cause and effect of the Fukushima accident and the long-term impacts on the industry.

3) A look at the responsibilities of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in the commercial nuclear power sector.

4) Ed identifies some of the challenges of tracking radiation exposure and different tools available to critically analyze the data.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Diane Cameron joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Diane Cameron shares her initial thoughts about nuclear energy and why she changed her mind, committing her career to the technology.

2) A review of Canada’s nuclear roadmap and how Diane helped it evolved into an action plan with a timeline.

3) Why Canada values its relationships with communities and stakeholders and how it impacts decision-making across the nuclear sector.

4) Diane highlights some of Canada’s timelines for establishing new nuclear power technologies on and off the grid.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Vladimir Artisyuk joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Vladimir Artisyuk reflects on what it was like growing up in a Soviet Union town surrounded by nuclear technology and how it impacted his career choice. 

2) Vladimir shares his path to three PhD’s in the nuclear sector and his areas of study.

3) How global experiences improve international relations and Russia’s mission to bring nuclear education to the world.

4) Russia’s strategy to fight climate change through innovative energy technologies.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Kamal Araj joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) How Kamal Araj became involved with the nuclear sector and his mission to bring the technology to his home country of Jordan.

2) A look at Jordan’s current energy sources and the country’s first research reactor.

3) Insight into which SMR’s Jordan is currently considering and how they measure up to current energy sources.

4) Kamal’s perspective into why nuclear energy is a critical response to global climate change.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Roy Payne joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Roy Payne introduces the UK’s Radioactive Waste Management division and how he became head of stakeholder engagement.

2) Why geological disposal of radioactive waste is a social and political issue, not a technical one.

3) Roy’s perspective on how to create a partnership with a community and engage them in long-term decision making.

4) How to shift the conversation about radioactive waste storage from short-term political decision-making to long-term community investment.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Seth Kofi Debrah joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Seth Kofi Debrah shares his path into the nuclear power sector and his role in established a nuclear development plan for Ghana

2) A look at how supply chain development for the nuclear sector impacts the electrification of the Sub-Saharan African region

3) How the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission is focusing on educating its young citizens and preparing for an industrialized future

4) An overview of the challenges and opportunities in Ghana as it looks to bring its first nuclear power plant online

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Greg Cameron joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Lee Causey joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Joining Duke Energy out of college and getting involved with NAYGN. 2) Becoming president of NAYGN and leading on advocacy for the nuclear industry. 3) Attracting a younger generation to the nuclear industry through innovation. 4) Providing relevant and accurate information to educate the public about nuclear energy. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Anton Simeonov joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Anton reviews his resume in the nuclear industry and provides a brief overview of Bulgaria’s nuclear power history 2) Why new nuclear projects have struggled in Bulgaria and the possibilities of bringing in new technologies 3) A call to action for nuclear industry stakeholders to ensure the long time stability and success of nuclear power 4) The strengths and challenges of working in the energy industry in Bulgaria’s current economic climate Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Gabriele Voigt joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

1) Amir’s career from mechanical engineer to president of Orano TN 2) How Orano's integrated supply chain functions 3) Reasons behind poor public opinion on nuclear energy 4) Trends in government where nuclear is becoming more competitive

1) David Poston’s entrance into a career in space reactor development and how NASA’s Kilopower project came to be 2) The importance of simplicity in nuclear reactor designs and why David Poston committed to the use of a Stirling engine in his reactor prototypes 3) Future applications of the KRUSTY reactor experiment and why nuclear power is vital to space colonization 4) A summary of results from the DUFF and KRUSTY reactor experiments and what made them successful programs

Javier Guerra joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Tecnatom and its lines of action 2) Insights into the Long Term Operation of power plants 3) Spanish Nuclear Society and its efforts in educating the public 4) Digitalization, SMRs, Accident Tolerant Fuel and other new technologies that Tecnatom contributes to. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

1) Nathan's career at Rolls-Royce 2) Foratom and its working groups focusing on up-to-date issues of nuclear in Europe 3) Supply chain issues and Research & Innovation in nuclear 4) The power of being a member in a nuclear society

Rich Deakin joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Rich Deakins looks back on how his education in metallurgy led him into operations management in nuclear fuel manufacturing 2) A look at how Rich brought success to some of nuclear fuel manufacturing’s biggest operations challenges in the UK 3) Why the UK is pursuing small modular reactor technology and how manufacturing methods can impact the success of the industry 4) Rich explains how the combination of government and private investments has decreased nationwide emissions and fed into the nuclear supply chain Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Chris Colbert joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Experiences in construction of fossil fuel plants and US-EPR project 2) The partnerships and new markets that NuScale is exploring 3) The position of NuScale and Light Water Technologies in the future nuclear industry 4) The optimization of manufacturing and future goals of NuScale Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Roger Howsley joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Roger tells Olu about his career from his start in health physics to becoming director of WINS. 2) Roger describes how he has witnessed the change of perception go from negative to positive and negative again during his career. 3) Roger describes the mission of WINS, security management and their relationship to the IAEA. 4) WINS is trying to normalize attitudes towards nuclear security by breaking down communication barriers and integrating with safety. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

David Otwoma joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) The birth of Kenya’s Radiation Protection Board and David Otwoma’s responsibilities as a radiation protection officer 2) A look into how David’s international travels as a safeguards inspector influenced his advisorship to Kenya’s national government 3) Kenya’s challenges in increasing electricity supply nationwide and how recent steps will ensure better access to electricity 4) David lays out the steps that need to be taken to retain talented young professionals in Kenya, with nuclear power as a key element Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Donald Carlson joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Donald shares his introduction to HTGR technology under the mentorship of Professor Rudolf Schulten 2) How misconceptions of graphite fires affection public understanding of nuclear accidents 3) Why spent fuel pool storage is the riskiest part of light water nuclear reactors 4) How public perception, cost, and existing political structures impact nuclear policy around the world Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

In the final episode of the Nuclear Technology Series, Bret, Ed Pheil, and Andrew Daniels discuss the less common reactor uses and types such as for space travel, medical purposes, and everything in between. Be sure to listen to the previous episodes on Molten Salt, High-Temperature Gas, and Liquid Metal Reactors.

In part three of the Nuclear Technology Series, Bret continues his conversation with Andrew Daniels and Ed Pheil to discuss liquid metal reactors. Be sure to check out the first two installments of this series where the three discuss high temperature gas reactors and molten salt reactors. 

In part two of our special Nuclear Technology Series, Bret, Andrew and Ed reconvene to discuss how molten salt reactors operate, the distinctions between which kinds they are, what type of salt is in them, and more. Be sure to check out part one in this series on high temperature gas reactors. 

In the first episode of a four-part special miniseries, Bret Kugelmass invites Andrew Daniels (Author, After Fukushima) and Ed Pheil (Chief Technology Officer, Elysium Industries) to discuss nuclear technology. In this first episode, the three discuss high temperature gas reactors.  

Wacław Gudowski joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) History of Swedish nuclear policies and cooperation between science and industry 2) Accelerator Driven Systems 3) The role of communication and teaching in the success of nuclear 4) Generation IV reactors and their future Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Craig Piercy joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Craig Piercy looks back on how his experience in policy led him to get involved with the American Nuclear Society 2) How the American Nuclear Society addresses challenging nuclear issues such as research funding and the public’s understanding of radiation 3) Craig analyzes the differences between risk-informed decisions related to COVID-19 and nuclear radiation and waste 4) Why nuclear power needs to be integral in combating climate change and the technical solutions that will get us there Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Elizabeth Muller joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Liz’s engagement in climate change research with Berkeley Earth 2) Waste disposal start-up called Deep Isolation and horizontal drilling technology 3) Entrepreneurial experience of entering spent fuel management field 4) Challenges of waste disposal and future plans Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Paul Dickman joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Paul Dickman provides an overview of his introduction to the nuclear space and his experience in nuclear waste and national security 2) How the Japanese government and electric utility managed the clean-up and community revitalization in the aftermath of Fukushima 3) A look at the concerns about dual use nuclear technology and how safeguard reviews are used to account for nuclear material 4) Conversations about radioactive waste and which different nuclear waste storage solutions were considered and vetted Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and here on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Hee Yong Lee joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Hee Yong Lee explains how Korea initially got involved in nuclear power plant development and the implementation of different reactor technologies 2) How Korea has achieved harmony among the nuclear reactor builders and the role standardization in successful contracting 3) A look into priorities of different stakeholders when it comes to nuclear power plant construction and operation, specifically in Korean communities 4) Why Korea’s nuclear development has slowed down and opportunities for bringing nuclear energy to new, developing regions Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Janne Wallenius joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Janne Wallenius introduces his research at KTH in Stockholm, Sweden, focused on nuclear fuel development, and how it led him to lead-cooled reactor technology 2) How disclosure of Russian lead-cooled reactor technology impacted global research, leading to the creation of Janne’s advanced reactor designs and his company, LeadCold 3) Why material science is crucial to the long-term success of advanced reactor designs, with a focus on corrosion and irradiation tolerance 4) Janne provides an inside look into the process of commercializing a new reactor design and how he plans to bring it to market Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Canon Bryan joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Canon Bryan explores his introduction to the natural resources industry and how it led him to a finance career in mining 2) How global industrialization led to a financial boom in the uranium mining sector 3) Canon maps out his five year path to discovering a new economical nuclear technology: molten salt reactors 4) A look at the economic viability of molten salt reactors as a competitor to natural gas power plants across the globe Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Leslie Compton Kass joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Leslie Kass is the Executive Vice President of the Technical center at TC Energy, working to make sure TC Energy is a learning organization. She also sits on the board of Bruce nuclear power plant, which TC energy is a joint investor.  2) Leslie believes now is the best time for energy companies to embrace effective communication strategies for the public and the local communities that they work in, taking an active role in telling the story of how they as the nuclear industry are adding value to the economy and providing clean-carbon free energy.  3) Nuclear energy will remain an important part of the energy mix for many years to come, as nuclear is one of the most viable options for baseload capacity while generating zero emissions.  4) Leslie recalls her time spent at NEI during the Fukushima accident and the crisis control she was part of managing, the responsibility of communicating and getting real facts out to a panicking public is particularly difficult but with strong collaboration between companies and individuals in the industry it was made possible.  Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Suzanne Jaworowski joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) How Suzanne went from politics to energy 2) How she observed the way Indiana’s economics and energy affected each other 3) Bringing energy security to the U.S. and around the world 4) What is the best way to help provide energy security? 5) What is the Department of Energy doing to help communicate about nuclear energy? 6) Where is nuclear in 15 years? Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Steve Nesbit joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1. Over 35 years and counting in the nuclear industry, 2. The role of climate change, carbon emissions, and other factors in bring nuclear back into the conversation) 3. Steve runs through the projects he worked on while at duke energy that had the most impact on himself and his career. 4. Steve discusses his time leading the spent fuel management division at Duke Energy. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Edouard Hourcade joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1)  Edouard’s background 2) Sodium Fast Reactor development and ASTRID project 3) Intellectual property and public communication after closing ASTRID program 4) Jules Horowitz reactor Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

John Ahlberg joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) John Ahlberg introduces the social landscape of Sweden and gives us a brief into the public understanding and acceptance of nuclear energy. 2) How the idea for Kärnfull Energi, Sweden's first 100% nuclear electricity provider, came to John and his co-founder Christian, and how they set up the company and have been making positive waves since. 3) Outlook for Kärnfull Energi as they continue to grow, plans for the future of the company, and John's personal motivations for choosing the nuclear industry even though he has a different educational and professional background. 4) The importance of correct information passed on to the public so people understand the benefits of nuclear energy and begin the first steps in correcting the public discourse in Sweden. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Katie Tubb joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Katie Tubb discusses her journey into the nuclear energy sector, from an intern who admitted to know nothing about where energy comes from to to an advocate for innovative energy and environment policy. 2) Katie Tubb shares her passion for nuclear technology, the issues with the nuclear industry assuaging people’s fears without educating them, and what the Heritage Foundation is doing to educate America on the nuclear industry. 3) Katie Tubb discusses the Blue Ribbon Commission’s report and the fundamental errors in the Nuclear Waste Policy Act and how Finland has used consent-based siting successfully. 4) Katie Tubb shares her optimistic outlook on the future of nuclear waste in the United States.

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Clinton Carter joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Modernizing Comanche Peak and More  2) Nuclear Safety Requirements and What Needs to Change  3) A New Industry Demonstration and the Role of Machine Learning in Nuclear  4) The Importance of the Legacy Fleet  Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Scott Hsu joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Plasma Physics & Magnetic Reconnection  2) Fusion Programs at ARPA-E  3) Experiments in Electromagnetic Physics  4) Technical and Economic Feasibility of Fusion  Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Julian Gadano joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Incorporating sociology into the nuclear sector 2) The Argentinian nuclear sector’s structure and reinvigorating the industry 3) The CAREM SMRs and the plan to commercialize and export these power reactors 4) Working towards a new nuclear by creating the need for nuclear power and supporting young nuclear professionals Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Bret Kugelmass is interviewed by Robert Dillon about the OPEN100 project presented by the Energy Impact Center. Learn more about OPEN100 at www.open-100.com

Host Bret Kugelmass shares an update on when Titans of Nuclear will return from hiatus, what the Energy Impact Center has been working on in the interim, and delivers a live reading of his recently published op-ed "Want to stop climate change? Embrace the nuclear option."

Andrew Sherry joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Andrew Sherry and Bret Kugelmass discuss nuclear history in the UK starting with magnox power stations and advanced gas-cooled reactors through the “dash for gas” in the 1980s and today's Nuclear Innovation Program. 2) The UK is the first country to agree to net zero carbon emissions by 2050. How nuclear could be an affordable solution by using a fleet approach, advanced manufacturing, and modular construction. 3) Andrew Sherry shares six key ways to promote nuclear innovation and affordability after a cross-sector innovation roundtable including technology, leadership, collaboration, risk, financing, and regulation. 4) How to implement innovation from other sectors and what the nuclear industry can learn from the US space industry and Elon Musk Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Adrienne Kelbie joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Adrienne’s uncommon route to the nuclear sector via the Lottery Fund 2) How the Office of Nuclear Regulation (ONR) is modernizing to engage in Advanced Nuclear Technologies (ANT) and increase accessibility 3) Changing the UK nuclear regulation process to decrease cost and foster innovation 4) Securing the future of the ONR by diversifying employee skill sets and focusing on outcomes Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Sainati Tristano joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) How Tristano Sainati transitioned from engineering to nuclear licensing regulation and what nuclear licensing frameworks are. 2) The prescriptive-based approach and performance-based approach to nuclear regulatory frameworks and how they may discourage innovation and nuclear competitiveness against other energy sources 3) The history of how international nuclear regulation began, spurred by the Chernobyl accident, and the lasting effects of a conservative approach to nuclear safety even today 4) How the future of nuclear power depends upon a perspective shift from innovation to legislation, requires mass production to reduce nuclear cost, needs a climate change led strategy, and requires governments to be brave. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Giorgio Locatelli joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Giorgio Locatelli recounts his journey from Italy to the United States to learn about nuclear energy and how it became his career focus 2) How economic climate and project funding choices affect the global development of nuclear reactors 3) A look at the feasibility of nuclear reactor design and construction, both small and large 4) Giorgio provides a summary of the UK’s investigation into SMR financing methods and how regulations affect cost Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Julia Pyke joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Restarting the UK’s nuclear industry with Sizewell C 2) Copying the Hinkley design to save time and money and strengthen the UK’s supply chain 3) Turning to private capital and the regulated asset based model to finance Sizewell C 4) Incorporating “no regret” changes for Sizewell C to become a potential energy center Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Alice Cunha da Silva joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Alice Cunha da Silva explains how a degree in computer science led her all over the world to discover her passion for nuclear engineering and how she shares that passion with her community 2) How Brazil runs its nuclear industry a little differently, from its focus on communication strategies to its operational structures 3) Alice shares her perspective on growth and challenges in Brazil’s nuclear industry 4) An inside look into the engaging discussions and participation at the International Nuclear Atlantic Conference Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Claudio Almeida joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear.

1) Claudio Almeida reflects on his international nuclear education and how it prepared him for a design review of Brazil’s first nuclear plant, Angra 1 2) How technical issues in Soviet-designed nuclear power plants were identified, analyzed, and corrected to improve plant performance 3) Claudio explains how Chernobyl changed the international nuclear industry and how safety missions were conducted at VVER and RBMK sites 4) A look at new nuclear organizations developed after Chernobyl and the current state of Brazil’s nuclear climate

Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Celso Cunha joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Celso Cunha recounts his career working with Brazilian governments and private companies and how it led to his leadership at ABDAN 2) Celso explains the role of ABDAN in Brazil’s nuclear space and how it connects with the industry side of nuclear activities 3) An inside look at how Brazil is driving innovation in the regulation, development, and financing of nuclear around the country Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Carlos Freire Moreira joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Carlos Freire Moreira reflects on his time in the Brazilian Navy and how the civilian industry adapted Naval technology in the energy sector 2) Carlos gives an in depth look at INB’s goals of developing all levels of the uranium fuel cycle 3) How different applications for uranium and the state of other energy resources all lead back towards more nuclear energy 4) Carlos reviews current work within Brazil on how to focus regulations and diversify the country Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Leonam Guimarães joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Leonam Guimarães reflects on his career in the Brazilian Navy Nuclear program 2) The history of Brazil’s civilian nuclear sector and plans for future development 3) Leonam addresses challenges of changing technologies and how innovation can pave the way to success 4) How hydroelectricity and nuclear energy can be used together to balance Brazil’s electrical system Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Marcel Biato joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Marcel Biato explains how a career in diplomacy prepared him for work in the nuclear industry and the unique challenges that come with it 2) How Brazil is opening up the previously State-run nuclear industry to private companies and the history between Argentina and Brazil’s nuclear programs 3) Marcel shares the current state of Brazil’s Naval nuclear propulsion system and how new nuclear technology can provide base load power across the country 4) Why small modular reactors are attractive to Brazil and how the country is focusing on making the technology accessible Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Bianca Carpinelli joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Becoming the Undersecretariat of Nuclear Energy after studying the Hualong One reactor import 2) The three areas of the nuclear sector and how more communication is needed to push the industry forward 3) Argentina’s nuclear power reactors and SMR prototype development 4) How SMRs meet the demand for lower costs, shorter construction time and clean energy Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Kalev Kallemets joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Kalev Kallemets provides an inside look at Estonia’s political climate and how the country aims to tackle energy challenges 2) How the Baltic States share energy infrastructure and how that impacts power generation planning and development 3) Why the energy markets are changing across Europe and how it impacts power reliability 4) Kalev defends molten salt reactor technology and explains how deployment of SMRs in Europe will change the energy landscape Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Stefano Monti joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Fast reactor coolants and Russian deployment 2) Italy’s strong nuclear education despite the end of the state’s industry 3) The nonelectrical applications for reactor power, including hydrogen production and cogeneration 4) How SMRs take advantage of economies of series, rather than economies of scale, to decrease cost Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Mike Crapo joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Idaho Senator Mike Crapo recounts his childhood in Idaho Falls, Idaho and how the nearby Idaho National Laboratory impacted his career in politics 2) How the economy and the environment can both benefit from win-win energy solutions 3) Crapo provides an overview of the NEICA and NEIMA nuclear energy innovation bills and how they will transform the current nuclear industry 4) Why a whole-of-government approach is necessary for strengthening the U.S. national energy, national security, and economic policies Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

In this episode...

1) Nam Dinh shares his path to nuclear engineering and the international education and research that kicked off his career 2) Why nuclear reactors were not originally designed with failure scenarios in mind and how that has changed 3) Nam reviews how current research projects are changing the way technology and simulation impact the design and licensing of nuclear reactors

In this episode, we discuss...

1) Mohamed Bourham’s path to a career in nuclear from Egypt to Europe to North Carolina State University 2) Mohamed reviews his many areas of research, including electrothermal propulsion, radiation, waste, and material science 3) How dry cask storage for spent fuel has performed so far and why there are different ideas about nuclear waste storage 4) Mohamed explains how fusion is controlled with magnetic fields and the impact it has on materials in the fusion reactors

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Jacob Eapen recalls his time working on safety analysis of the advanced heavy water reactor at the Bhabha Atomic Research Center in India 2) How Jacob expanded his career in the U.S. nuclear academic and industrial spaces to focus on computational material science 3) Jacob’s current and past research projects in the material science space includes analysis of high temperature properties of UO2 fuel 4) Jacob explains why accident tolerant fuels are being developed and some of the challenges faced in choosing a material for the fuel cladding

In this episode, we discuss...

1) Increasing measurement accuracy with gamma rays 2) Understanding cross sections, thermal neutrons and fast neutrons 3) The PULSTAR research reactor design and how it is used to produce positrons 4) Demonstrating inherent safety with small research reactors

In this episode, we discuss...

1) The difference between plasma and gas 2) How fusion differs from fission 3) How plasma enables low heat molecule deconstruction 4) The current and future uses of plasma for industry manufacturing and advancements

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Yousry Azmy recalls his path to academia in the nuclear space and explains how neutrons interact in a nuclear reactor 2) Yousry Azmy discusses his research in solving the transport equation on unstructured grids and explains the levels of a reactor transport problem

In this episode, we discuss...

1) The Russian VVER and BN-800 designs 2) Developing optimization methods for the VVER at Penn State 3) How a lack of scientific support in Bulgaria caused nuclear scientists to move to western countries 4) Developing benchmarks with high fidelity simulations

In this episode, we discuss...

1) How radiation changes materials within a reactor 2) The advancement of electron-beam welding and the potential to decrease cost and extend reactor lifetimes 3) Strengthening materials by precisely deforming crystal structures with radiation 4) The need to deploy technological advancements to move the nuclear industry forward

In this episode, we discuss...

1) How he first became interested in nuclear engineering and what sparked his interest in academia 2) Robert’s post-graduate path to becoming an expert in radiation detection and how he became involved in designing nuclear facilities for safeguards 3) Robert reflects on his time in Washington as an advisor to the NNSA and how it brought him back to Purdue University as a full-time faculty member 4) A highlight of the Purdue University reactor and some of the current research projects utilizing the facility, including projects in physics and health science 5) Robert Bean explains some of the challenges of nuclear reactor deployment and potential benefits of building small modular reactors

In this episode, we discuss...

1) Allen’s early work in prevention of mutual interference in the naval reactors submarine force 2) How Allen transitioned from being a naval submarine officer to a biomedical graduate student studying modification of biological cells 3) How Allen’s research on electromagnetic interference at GE has been applied to create a non-linear transmission line at Purdue 4) Impacts on nano structures caused by intersections of different mechanisms in electron emissions and gas breakdown

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Jason Harris reflects on his early interest in biology led to a career in nuclear engineering 2) Jason leans into health physics and how radionuclides are distributed throughout the environment 3) A comprehensive look at nuclear power plant emissions and the birth of the nuclear security field 4) Methods of analyzing and assessing security culture at organizations and how it impacts risk at a nuclear facility

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) How Three Mile Island sparked Juan’s interest in nuclear power and his journey to becoming a strategist for the Army’s Logistics Innovation Agency (2) Saving lives and combating climate change by improving Army logistics by adopting nuclear power (3) The current progress in developing a small modular mobile nuclear power plant prototype (4) The importance of electrifying the military to maintain the technological edge

NOTE: Juan Vitali's personal opinions do not represent the U.S. Army's official position.

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Lane's initial interest in nuclear and his college coursework that led him to teaching at Virginia Commonwealth University. 2) He worked, interned, and conducted research all over the field of nuclear in startups and laboratories, but eventually found his place in academia. 3) Lane encourages people to advocate for nuclear and talks about lessons he passes onto his students. 4) Lane discusses the future of nuclear domestically and around the world.

In this episode, we discuss...

1) How nuclear material neutrons are measured to verify amounts 2) The difference between plutonium-239 and plutonium-240 in the context of nuclear weapons 3) Life in the UAE as a nuclear postdoc 4) Decreasing the attractiveness of plutonium for weapons use with neptunium

In this episode, we discuss

1) James' career at Dominion and as a professor at Virginia Commonwealth University 2) How the Three Mile Island meltdown occurred and the more demanding safety culture that emerged 3) The potential for Probabilistic Risk Assessments to shift the safety culture 4) How the Final Safety Analysis Report and significant regulatory delays are harming the industry

In this episode, we discuss...

1) Michael discusses his background in math and how it led him to a career in the government

2) Michael explains the regulatory review process as it applies to domestic projects and international technologies approved abroad

3) Michael explains Chinese advancements in nuclear technology in comparison to North American innovation

4) Michael and Bret discuss the future of nuclear including financing, regulations, environmental assessments, and safety planning 

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Ramzi was introduced to nuclear early by family and university professors who were pioneers of the industry

2) Ramzi explains advances in the medical field due to nuclear technology

3) Ramzi breaks down negative perceptions about nuclear

4) Ramzi discusses recent changes to the nuclear field and his hopes for the future

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Peter's background in physics engineering and interest in high temperature ceramics led him to the nuclear industry 2) Peter views the Defense and Depth Theory 3) The difference between repositories vs. dilution 4) Canada’s new impact assessments in the nuclear industry allow societal views to play into the nuclear industry

In this episode, we discuss how...

1) Rumina came to Canada as a refugee and became among the first women in the nuclear operations field 2) As a regulator it is essential to build public trust through transparency and data sharing 3) Her goal of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission is to protect the environment, the public, and workers while also meeting international security obligations 4) Rumina discusses her hopes for the future of nuclear including involving more women and using nuclear to fight climate change

In this episode, we discuss...

1) Know How versus Know Why and how a reliance on rules can hinder innovation 2) How European states are supporting one another through the The European Nuclear Education Network 3) How increasing communication within the diverse industry sectors can help push the sector forward 4) Educating the public through reactor visits decreases fear and increases support of nuclear power

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Germany’s Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and their nuclear research (2) How other methods of containing accidents may be better but strict regulations and ignorance hinder implementation (3) Short term versus long term nuclear waste storage (4) Why Germany’s nuclear industry has ended and how this may affect the future of nuclear in other European countries

In this episode, we discuss

1) The Nuclear Society of Slovenia and Slovenia’s nuclear industry 2) How publicly reporting nuclear events can lead to overreactions and widespread media attention 3) How an inability to make decisions is blocking Slovenia’s nuclear future 4) The need for trusted influencers to educate the Slovene public about nuclear radiation

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Radiation misconceptions and the importance of increasing education and communication (2) GEN’s role in the Slovene nuclear industry and in Europe more broadly (3) How renewable energies create volatile electricity markets, decreasing investment attractiveness (4) The challenges involved in moving Slovenia to a zero carbon country

In this episode, we discuss...

1) HyperV Technologies’ focus on plasma jet magneto inertial fusion (PJMIF) 2) What PJMIF is and what the system components are 3) How further development is needed to achieve a smooth liner, a magnetized target and guns that can withstand the parameters 4) How additional funding is needed to accelerate development and bring fusion reactors to the break-even point

In this episode, we discuss...

1) The history of the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organization (ANSTO) and the current research reactor 2) Australia’s nuclear industry and the current inquiries to overturn the nuclear ban 3) How simulated bubble formation in pressurized water reactors are used in RELAP code 4) How China’s molten salt reactors and new HTGR will generate 540 gigawatts of capacity by 2050

In this episode we discuss...

(1) Helen’s journey from a country banning nuclear energy towards publishing a textbook on nuclear law and the creation of her own nuclear law practice (2) The regulatory challenges facing SMRs for newcomer countries (3) The importance of nuclear liability in legal frameworks and the minimum liability amount of 300 million SDRs (4) Egypt’s deal with Russia to build 4 VVER1200 reactors and the negotiations involved in establishing Egypt’s nuclear program

In this episode, we discuss how... (1) Ed got his start in nuclear by going to the Naval Academy (2) Ed took a break from his nuclear career to attend Harvard Business School (3) Ed discusses the difficulties making nuclear competitive in a market system versus a regulated system  (4) Ed discusses the future of nuclear in both the US and abroad 

In this episode, we discuss... (1) Rod Adam’s passion about nuclear energy (2) How Rod started out as a Navy engineer in charge of a nuclear reactor on a submarine (3) How Rod later opened his own nuclear energy company, Adam’s Atomic Engines (4) How Rod now runs Atomic Insights, a website and podcast that acts as a scholarly resource and archive on the nuclear field

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) How the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority became the commercial AA Technology nuclear practice (2) How radioactive waste is disposed of in the UK, the US, and in Canada (3) The importance of calibration when communicating radioactive waste and nuclear safety (4) Establishing fertile SMR markets through effective communication and government commitment rather than technological advancement

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) The importance of optimizing the secondary side design to remain competitive in today’s nuclear landscape (2) The interdisciplinary nature of the nuclear field and the shift in the reactor design process to focus on economics and safety (3) The economic conclusions from Koroush’s small reactor design research and how lower source terms mean less stringent NRC requirements (4) The factors that determine the number of fuel cycles and the decision to reuse fuel

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Tim’s journey to the nuclear industry via Oxford University, the financial sector and government infrastructure projects (2) How kickstarting the UK’s nuclear industry requires financial support from the government, a shift in design focus towards producing a product, and increasing supply chain and regulation efficiency (3) How Tim helped shift the UK’s regulator towards a focus on outcomes rather than processes, creating more flexibility and a stronger relationship with industry (4) How reaching the UK’s net zero by 2050 carbon goal requires education, new infrastructure and an energy portfolio that includes nuclear, renewables and carbon capture technology

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) The evolution from single to coupled physics simulations with increased computational power (2) Increasing computation power of supercomputers to 1.4 exaflops with the Exascale Computing Project (3) Natural circulation and other new design features increases the complexity of reactor simulations (4) More partnerships between industry and National Laboratories are needed to produce more simulated data and to push the nuclear industry forward

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) How Atoms for Peace inspired Wade to enter science (2) The importance of nuclear education for both young people and newcomer countries (3) Why theater is a new way to educate the public about nuclear energy (4) How nuclear power will be needed to provide food and water in the next century as climate change continues

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Ben’s personal journey from anti- to pro-nuclear (2) The importance of understanding identitarian politics when supporting a nuclear change of mind (3) The challenges faced when changing identities (4) Debating the value generated from radiation risk measures

In this episode, we discuss:

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Titans of Nuclear’s relationship to the Energy Impact Center and how it taught Naomi more about the nuclear industry (2) Naomi’s graduate school plans and the importance of studying the spread of antibiotic resistance through water systems (3) Naomi’s experience at the Fastest Path to Zero workshop (4) How Naomi thinks the Titans for Nuclear podcast will evolve over time

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Federico’s interest in sustainability as a motivation for entering the nuclear industry (2) Gaining public acceptance through information rather than promotion and aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (3) How the IAEA and experienced countries support newcomer countries through knowledge transfer (4) How focusing on economics, management and building human resources can lead to success for the nuclear industry

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) Why the UK’s Sellafield nuclear site will soon be decommissioned and how their graduate program moved Reuben into the nuclear sector (2) How the Nuclear National Laboratory is researching the anti-corrosion chemistries of different nuclear reactor designs including fusion reactors (3) Reuben’s involvement in the Young Generation Network and how he is working to share the next generation’s insights and accomplishments (4) Researching how to engage the public better will improve nuclear acceptance and secure the future of the industry

In this episode, we discuss:

(1) How Rose became interested in radioisotopes from an early interest in chemistry and medicine (2) What an isotope is and how Actinium-225 is created (3) Why the demand for Actinium-225 is increasing and the challenges the Tri-Lab Project faces in meeting this demand (4) The role of education in radiation acceptance

In this episode, we discuss how...

(1) Jeremy Renshaw comes from a family of engineers and is raising children who are likewise passionate about math, science and robotics. (2) He currently works at the Electric Power Research Institute, an independent nonprofit that conducts research and environmentally responsible demonstration projects to enhance the quality of life of people globally. (3) Jeremy’s work in nuclear using robots to inspect dry spent fuel canisters; he discussed the need for dry fuel canisters due to the lack of repositories and the stalling of the Yucca Mountain project. (4) He believes in the importance of research to increase the efficiency, safety and economic benefits to combat the negative perceptions of nuclear plants and discussed how the closer of current power plants is creating real risks to prevent imaginary ones.

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) How the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster changed the trajectory of Chuck's career (2) Lessons in leadership learned through Chuck's personal experiences at the Fukushima site (3) Chuck's background in nuclear power plant construction and equipment operation (4) The importance of reflecting on Fukushima and the special nature of nuclear technology

In this episode, we discuss how...

(1) Decreasing focus on design and adopting the copy and paste model to deliver projects on time and on budget (2) The reasons behind Assystem’s continued focus and success in the nuclear industry (3) Why education is needed to understand that decreasing energy consumption will not stop climate change (4) Assystem’s strategy when partnering with countries to develop nuclear programs

In this episode we discuss how...

(1) The need for politicians to take on long-term issues and understand that decreasing electricity consumption is not a solution (2) The difference between carbon emissions and carbon footprint and why the focus should shift towards decreasing overall carbon footprint (3) Europe’s increasing electricity demand and the shift towards relocalization (4) Making energy a strategic political issue

In this episode we discuss:

(1) Using the TRL and BRL scales to determine which innovation projects to invest in (2) Monitoring nuclear reactor cracks using machine vision to save costs (3) Creating nuclear facility maintenance schedules using predicted maintenance based on individual plant operating conditions (4) Using AI to automatically extract data from 14 million physical nuclear reports

In this episode we discuss how:

(1) The new RAB finance model will attract long term investors to the UK’s nuclear industry (2) Nuclear investment is needed for the UK to reach the Net 0 Target of 2050 (3) The Copy and Paste model decreases nuclear project risk (4) The importance of educating children at a young age about nuclear power

In this episode, we discuss how...

(1) Assystem’s role in France’s nuclear industry (2) The importance of mixed engineering teams when designing, constructing and commissioning nuclear power facilities (3) Regulating fusion as a means to gain public support for nuclear power (4) The role of ITER in the future of nuclear energy

In the Titans of Nuclear Chernobyl podcast series, we sat down with experts in the field of nuclear energy to take a dive into the HBO television series "Chernobyl". In episode three, we talk with Robert Gale who discusses:

(1) Traveling to Moscow to treat Chernobyl accident victims and volunteering his expertise in bone marrow transplants

(2) Writing a critique of the inaccuracies found in HBO’s Chernobyl series

(3) An inaccuracy in portraying the victims as being radioactive when the victims posed no threat to the physicians

(4) Chernobyl was an unfortunate accident that should not have happened and should not reflect poorly on nuclear power

In the Titans of Nuclear Chernobyl podcast series, we sat down with experts in the field of nuclear energy to take a dive into the HBO television series "Chernobyl". In episode two, we talk with Jerry M. Cuttler, DSc, who received his BASc-Eng degree in engineering physics from the University of Toronto and his MSc and DSc degrees in nuclear sciences and engineering from the Israel Institute of Technology. He is also the former President of the Canadian Nuclear Society and a member of the American Council on Science and Health Board of Scientific Advisors. Jerry discusses:

(1) Working in Romania when the Chernobyl reactor accident happened and how he measured the radiation and confirmed it was safe to remain where he was

(2) The 237 workers who suffered very painful, acute radiation syndrome (ARS) and the OECD-NEA report, “Chernobyl, 10 Years On” 

(3) And other research findings

In the Titans of Nuclear Chernobyl podcast series, we sat down with experts in the field of nuclear energy to take a dive into the HBO television series "Chernobyl".

In episode one, we interview Andrew Daniels who is the author of After Fukushima: What We Now Know. Andrew discusses:

(1) Events that occurred at Chernobyl that were highlighted on the HBO show, and which events were missed out on (2) Radiation dangers and the importance of how they're presented to the public (3) Comparing Fukushima, Chernobyl and Three Mile Island and their role in shaping the public's perception of nuclear power (4) Whether or not evacuation is necessary (5) The timing of the HBO show and how audiences interact with television (6) Russia's reaction to the HBO show

In this episode, we discuss...

(1) The founding principles of nuclear regulation

(2) The NRC’s new modernized approach to risk

(3) Licensing advanced reactors

(4) The opportunity for the NRC in the future of nuclear

(1) How working with locals during the Embalse Life Extension Project helped secure the future of nuclear power in Argentinian communities (2) The importance of refurbishments and how SNC Lavalin is learning from each CANDU refurbishment project (3) Tim's work as Director of Field Services in maintaining and operating CANDU reactors for longevity (4) How life extensions stack up to new builds and directions the nuclear industry can take in regards to each

(1) What Robert learned from working for ten years on maintenance issues at nuclear power plants (2) Innovation which guided the design of equipment testing devices and life extension projects (3) Shipping tooling systems to perform refurbishment processes on CANDU reactors worldwide (4) How innovations in automation and advances in technology will help save money and time on retube outages

(1) SNC Lavalin's role in developing CANDU reactors and designing for advanced fuels (2) SNCs strategy for bulding 1 CANDU reactor for every 4 PWRs (3) How SNC Lavalin designs, develops and tracks their product development and performance (4) Leveraging SNC's experience in licensing approval

(1) How Emily's family and mentorship shaped how she uses her technical and business skills at GE-Hitachi

(2) Emily's transition from the wind industry to nuclear and lessons on creating capacity and developing supply chains that can be exchanged between the two

(3) How investors are shaping GE sales of new technology components such as new fuels , reactor services, and plant models

(4) Advocating for nuclear energy through public speaking and how to handle challenging questions

(1) Glen's introduction to nuclear engineering at the University of Florida and his early work on the interface of the fuel designers and the plant designers

(2) How GE used a down select method to focus on different reactor technologies and GE's early relationship with governmental nuclear efforts

(3) How the connections between nuclear technologies, safety and regulations shape the economics of the nuclear industry

(4) Developing a cost competitive design for the BWRX300

(1) Mona's progression from software development and finance to leadership at GE nuclear

(2) Leveraging data historically collected in the nuclear industry for plant optimization

(3) Moving to condition based maintenance to build profiles for nuclear power plant assets

(4) Change advocacy from a nuclear perspective: introducing nuclear to the public and innovation to nuclear

In this episode, we discuss how...

(1) Jon's path through the industry from handling fuel storage at Hanford to optimizing fuel production and working on services at GE Hitachi

(2) How the GE services division uses uprates to increase nuclear power production on a scale equivalent to building new nuclear power plants

(3) Jon's work on the ideation and inception of a design for small EWBRs, a high power output reactor, that could compete with combined gas

(4) The development of and target commercial markets for GE's BWRX 300 small modular reactor

(1) A risk informed approach requires adopting both PRAs and Defense in Depth and Safety Margins (2) Three Mile Island played an important role in the use of RSS in nuclear regulation (3) How Japan restructured their nuclear industry post Fukushima (4) The challenges of communicating nuclear risk

(1) Dans introduction to nuclear nonproliferation through as an undergraduate and in his early career in the Department of Energy

(2) Leveraging market forces in the nuclear energy industry to address national security issues through the Megatons to Megawatts program

(3) Dan's upcoming work on developing centrifuges for the production of high assay low enriched uranium

In this episode, we discuss how...

• Joseph entered the nuclear energy industry through his work at the Office of Management and Budget

•  

  Joseph's involvement in the MIT Energy Initiatives led to the formation of the Energy Futures Initiative

• Policy should balance the needs to mitigate and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

We hope you enjoy the show!

In this episode, we discuss...

• Finis’ path away from fusion and into nuclear fuel and waste management
• The history behind nuclear fuel recycling
• How construction of St. Lucie Plant Unit 2 succeed in a post Three Mile Island era
• Improving fuel efficiency of nuclear reactors by reducing load-following
• Finis’ transition from Florida Power & Light to Idaho National Laboratory
• The inception of the Plutonium Focus Area project and how it addressed nuclear waste and environmental questions
• Finis’ focus on improving research and development as former Chief Technology Officer at Areva

We hope you enjoy the show!

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Ralph became interested in fusion
• The ways climate change goals shape Public Service Enterprise Group's energy strategy
• The importance of tackling climate change through nuclear energy and energy efficiency

In this episode, we discuss...

• Bill Ostendorff’s 26 year career as a Navy nuke and how it prepared him for the rest of his career
• Bill’s responsibilities as Principal Deputy Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration and Commissioner for the Nuclear Regulatory
• The importance of government investment in the nuclear industry today

In the Titans of Nuclear Chernobyl podcast series, we'll sit down with experts in the field of nuclear energy to take a dive into the HBO television series "Chernobyl".

This is episode zero, featuring Titan Bret Kugelmass. Naomi and Michelle discuss with Bret how the Energy Impact Center and Titans of Nuclear podcast are responding to the recent release of HBO's miniseries "Chernobyl", a discussion on which Titans would be best to sit down with and analyze the show and some surprising behind the scenes thoughts on what Bret, Michelle and Naomi felt after watching "Chernobyl". 

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Seth Moulton’s background in physics and the Marines led to a political career
• Role of science in Congress and decision making
• Ways Congress encourages innovation to fund technical solutions
• Effect of automation on the American workforce and why an education revolution is the key to success
• How the green technology revolution affects energy, climate and national security
• Role of long term budgeting in energy development and planning for a carbon-free country
• Making climate change personal in Seth's pursuit of the Presidency 

In this episode, we discuss...

• Bill Foster’s background as an entrepreneur and physicist
• An unintentional discovery Foster made while searching for proton decay
• Role of the FERMI National Accelerator Lab in the particle physics world
• How two generations of Fosters used their scientific expertise in public service roles
• Resources available to Congress for technical evaluation of specialty topics
• Why economics is the most important factor in decarbonization and fighting climate change
• Public perception of nuclear technology and how it affects levels of social acceptance
• Potential for accelerator-driven nuclear energy systems
• How Bill Foster strategizes energy policy reform as an Illinois Congressman 

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Juan EibenSchutz Hartman’s engineering background led to a career in nuclear
• Why Mexico considered adding nuclear power to its energy mix and how it was achieved
• Mexico’s development of a decision analysis program through the Stanford Research Institute
• How public perception of nuclear technology became rooted in mistrust and what the nuclear community is doing to change it
• Why small modular reactors (SMRs) may transform the industry away from a tendency of non-uniformity
• A comparison of nuclear waste and other industrial waste in terms of perception and regulation
• Juan EibenSchutz Hartman’s responsibilities as Director General of Mexico's National Nuclear Safety and Safeguards Commission

In this episode, we discuss...

• Bob Ichord’s entrance into international energy research
• How the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) brings rural electrification to Southeast Asia
• How Chernobyl affected global safety and policy for nuclear reactors
• The future of US nuclear power export and import markets
• Nuclear’s role in urbanization and growth in developing countries
• Results of the Atlantic Council Task Force Report on U.S. Nuclear Leadership
• Importance of innovation and commercialization of small modular reactors (SMRs)

In this episode, we discuss...

• Jeff Navin’s high school dream of becoming a politician
• Changes in the energy policymaking atmosphere during the Obama Administration
• How politicization of climate change made the carbon emissions problem worse
• Strategically using advanced reactors to start climate conversations and get policymakers on board
• How setting a 100% clean energy goal will promote competition in technological advances
• Challenges faced by advanced reactors in the research and development field
• Why politicians seek out Jeff Navin and Boundary Stone Partners to help differentiate themselves on climate change

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Bob Walker’s career in the Canadian Department of National Defence led to his role as a nuclear energy leader
• Role of the National Research Universal Reactor (NRU) in radioactive medical isotope production for the global healthcare market
• Current status of CANada Deuterium Uranium (CANDU) reactor refurbishment around Canada
• Why Canada pursued CANDU and pressurized heavy water reactor design
• Canada’s development of an intricate logistics, transportation, and distribution plan for medical isotopes
• Options for used fuel storage and how the community is involved in the decision
• Applications of small modular reactors (SMR’s) in Canada and across the globe
• Bob Walker’s path to becoming the Chief Executive Officer of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Margie’s upbringing influenced her career
• How nuclear export licensing works and why it’s important to the safe handling and security of nuclear materials
• Why it was important for Margie to consider transboundary effects of Fukushima when negotiating to affirm the IAEA’s post-Fukushima frameworks
• How the Supreme Court’s post-Fukushima ruling against the NRC’s Waste Confidence policy caused an abrupt halt in plans for domestic and international nuclear power plant construction
• How Margie’s 3-step risk assessment process helped propel her to the top of the NRC
• How training staff on new and different technologies, such as SMRs, will help propel NRC regulations forward

In this episode, we discuss...

• How a high school project on propulsion led to Marc Nichol’s career in nuclear energy
• Responsibilities and considerations for managing spent fuel on-site and off-site
• A comparison of costs and markets for small modular reactors (SMR’s) and micro-reactors
• How Alaska is preparing for deployment of groundbreaking micro-reactor technology
• Future capabilities of the nuclear industry to provide energy for electricity, heating, and transportation
• How Marc Nichol connects with communities, industries, and governments as Director of New Reactor Deployment at the Nuclear Energy Institute

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Akira Tokuhiro’s interest in race car design inspired him to study nuclear engineering
• Research for the Japanese sodium cooled fast reactor
• How nuclear energy safety culture and public risk perception compares to other industries
• Responsibilities of being a director and licensed operator of a university experimental reactor
• Safety challenges of graphite-moderated nuclear reactors
• How the nuclear industry united to address the accident at Fukushima
• Benefits of NuScale Power’s small modular reactors (SMR’s)
• Akira’s development of a new Bachelor of Technology in Sustainable Energy Systems at Ontario Tech University

In this episode, we discuss...

• Jackie’s collegiate upbringing in North Carolina pursuing International Relations
• Jackie’s transition into nuclear energy studies in graduate school and her Graduate Thesis on “Nuclear Disinheritance”
• How Jackie gained experience in nuclear at the Stimson Center 
• The development of the Organizational Governance Template for Nuclear Security
• Jackie’s work at Third Way in the Clean Energy Program
• The newly enacted Nuclear Energy Leadership Act (NELA)

In this episode, we discuss...

• How Evan Sengbusch’s background in physics led him to his current role as President of Phoenix
• Production of lower energy, higher current deuteron accelerators as neutron sources
• The roles preserving research reactors and producing a domestic supply of Molybdenum 99 play in the nation’s medical industry
• New capabilities of thermal neutron imaging and fast neutron imaging
• The development of neutrons as an inspection tool for complex, high density materials and components
• How Phoenix’s partnership with SHINE could change medical radioisotope production in the US