In Brief: When We Nuked Ourselves (with Tina Cordova)

Aug 28, 2023

Tina Cordova, co-founder of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, joins Preet to discuss the movement for acknowledgement and justice for the 'downwinders' who suffered health issues due to the first nuclear bomb test in New Mexico. They explore the government's response, lack of compensation, and the consequences of the nuclear industry. They also share emotional reactions to a film reenacting the test and highlight the downwinders' patriotism and sacrifices in seeking justice.+

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

The Impact of the First Atom Bomb Detonation

01:45 • 11min

Emotional Reaction to a Film Reenacting the Trinity Test

12:19 • 2min

Seeking Justice for Trinity Downwinders

14:16 • 8min

Acknowledgements and Call to Action

22:09 • 2min