Nuclear Shadows: Echoes of the Cold War

This chapter explores the fear and tension of the Cold War era, focusing on the looming threat of nuclear warfare and childhood experiences with nuclear drills. It discusses significant events, such as the Abel Archer NATO exercise and a Soviet spy's warning that exemplified the precarious balance of power. The conversation shifts to contemporary global nuclear arsenals and the evolving geopolitical dynamics as nations reassess their nuclear strategies in response to emerging threats, particularly amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.