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Season 4, Episode 4: Annie Jacobsen, Nuclear War: A Scenario

Book Club with Jeffrey Sachs

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The Mechanics of Nuclear War Detection and Response

This chapter explores the intricate systems used for detecting and responding to nuclear threats, focusing on the rapid tracking of intercontinental ballistic missiles. It also examines the limitations of U.S. missile defense systems, revealing the stark realities of interception success rates and public misconceptions about defense technology.

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