Origins of Nuclear Power

Dr. Jean-François Bélanger, a Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in nuclear proliferation, dives into the complex history of nuclear power. He unpacks the intricacies behind mutually assured destruction and discusses the balance of power among nuclear states. The conversation touches on the strategic decisions of past U.S. presidencies, including the controversial use of atomic bombs in WWII. Bélanger also addresses modern challenges like cybersecurity and urges for a cooperative approach to nuclear arms control to ensure global stability.