

NH #704: The Scientists Who Alerted Us to the Dangers of Radiation – New Book by Cindy Folkers, Ian Fairlie
Dec 19, 2024
Cindy Folkers, a Radiation and Health Hazards Specialist for Beyond Nuclear, joins alongside Ian Fairlie to discuss their important new book, which sheds light on the history of scientists who have fought to reveal the dangers of radiation. They address the systemic suppression of research, alarming findings of radioactive contamination in local communities, and the dangers posed by AI technology. They emphasize the overlooked health impacts of radiation on vulnerable populations, urging greater awareness and advocacy for nuclear safety.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Nuclear Concerns and Community Health
02:16 • 11min
Alarming Radioactive Contamination and the Implications of AI Technology
13:09 • 5min
Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Radiation
17:57 • 24min
Unmasking Nuclear Misconceptions
42:24 • 11min
Celebrating Advocacy and Remembering Hiroshima
53:24 • 6min