Academy Award-winning filmmaker Oliver Stone, known for classics like *Platoon* and *JFK*, dives into the complex landscape of the Ukraine conflict. He discusses the nuanced perceptions of Vladimir Putin, contrasting media portrayals with international views. Stone examines the historical implications of energy politics and explores the challenges of communication amid geopolitical tensions. Delving into the intricacies of filmmaking, he reflects on life's meaning and the importance of empathy, urging listeners to seek understanding in tumultuous times.
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Nuclear Energy's Role
Nuclear energy is crucial to meet global electricity demands in the 21st century, especially with rising needs in developing nations.
Renewables alone won't close the gap, and nuclear offers a cleaner solution than fossil fuels.
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Nuclear Leadership
Individual nations will likely drive nuclear energy adoption based on self-interest, not global unity.
China's success with nuclear could lead India and other polluting nations to follow suit.
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Germany's Nuclear Abandonment
Germany abandoned nuclear energy after Fukushima, increasing its reliance on coal and raising electricity costs.
France, with its nuclear focus, maintained lower energy costs and is now better positioned.
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In *Chasing the Light*, Oliver Stone recounts his first 40 years, from his complicated childhood to his experiences in Vietnam and his rise in Hollywood. The memoir offers insights into the making of iconic films like *Platoon*, *Midnight Express*, and *Scarface*, and explores his personal struggles and triumphs.
This Bright Future
Bobby Hall (aka Logic)
This Bright Future is a heart-wrenching yet ultimately uplifting memoir that details Bobby Hall's extraordinary life. Born as Sir Robert Bryson Hall II, he endured seventeen years of abuse and neglect from his alcoholic, mentally ill mother and absent, crack-addicted father. He found his voice in hip-hop and rose to fame through social media, transforming his childhood trauma into music that spread messages of peace, love, and positivity. The book reflects on his journey with lacerating humor and fearless honesty, showcasing his resilience and transformation against all odds.
Oliver Stone is a filmmaker with 3 Oscar wins and 11 Oscar nominations. His films include Platoon, Wall Street, Born on the Fourth of July, Scarface, JFK, Nixon, Alexander, W, Snowden, and documentaries where he has interviewed Fidel Castro, Hugo Chavez, and Vladimir Putin. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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(00:00) – Introduction
(09:35) – Nuclear power
(22:33) – Russia and US relations
(27:48) – JFK and the Cold War
(33:05) – Interviewing Putin
(56:44) – Invasion of Ukraine
(1:06:01) – Why Putin invaded Ukraine
(1:20:25) – Propaganda
(1:27:43) – Interviewing Putin in 2022
(1:34:59) – Nuclear war
(1:41:09) – Advice on interviewing
(1:44:50) – Interviewing Hitler
(1:48:11) – Putin interview language barrier
(1:49:22) – Love
(1:51:17) – Advice to young people
(1:54:23) – Mortality
(1:55:25) – Regrets
(1:57:22) – Meaning of life
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