The Atlas Obscura Podcast

Nevada Week: National Atomic Testing Museum

Apr 3, 2024
Las Vegas was a hotspot for watching nuclear bomb explosions; the episode explores atomic bomb testing history, cultural impacts, and the transition to underground testing. Learn about the National Atomic Testing Museum and the educational mission on atomic history.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Historical Account of Atomic Bomb Testing Near Las Vegas
04:09 • 2min
3
Atomic Culture in Vegas
06:28 • 4min
4
Exploring the Legacy of Atomic Testing
10:37 • 5min
5
Exploring the National Atomic Testing Museum and Podcast Credits
15:14 • 3min