Edward Teller

Explore the life of Edward Teller, a Hungarian math prodigy pivotal in developing the hydrogen bomb and Reagan's Star Wars initiative. Delve into Teller's reflections on early years, his influence on the nuclear arms race, and the ethical implications of the atomic bomb. Witness the personal relationships and scientific rivalries of the Manhattan Project era, and ponder Teller's controversial legacy and the uncertain future of nuclear war.

Physicist Edward Teller, known for the hydrogen bomb, discusses the Manhattan Project and the pursuit of fusion-based explosives. Topics include Teller's background, the challenges in developing the H-bomb, controversies in his career, and his lasting impact on defense strategies.

Edward Teller, a nuclear physicist and key figure in Oppenheimer, and Sidney Drell, a nuclear arms control expert, debate the necessity and regulations of nuclear weapons in the late 20th century. They discuss President Reagan's defense systems proposal, the wastefulness of his defense program, and the complexities of developing and implementing a defense system. Former CIA Director James Woolsey joins them to emphasize the importance of missile defense against threats to allies and terrorism.