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#38 Carl Robichaud - Will There Be A Nuclear War?

Jul 30, 2023
Carl Robichaud, co-leader of Longview Philanthropy's program on nuclear weapons and existential risk, discusses the likelihood of nuclear conflict, the devastation of the nuclear bomb on Hiroshima, the ethics of nuclear weapons, close calls and the risk of nuclear war, the current landscape of nuclear weapons and international relations, the accuracy and omissions in the film 'Oppenheimer', and the need for continued engagement in managing the risks of a new nuclear age.
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  • Nuclear conflict remains a pressing threat, as seen in the recent Russia-Ukraine war.
  • Nuclear deterrence plays a crucial role in preventing direct conflict by manipulating risk and discouraging adversaries.

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The likelihood of nuclear conflict

The podcast discusses the increasing likelihood of nuclear conflict in the modern age, particularly in light of the war between Russia and Ukraine. It highlights the dangers of escalating tensions and the potential for nuclear threats and use.

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