In this engaging discussion, Lieutenant Sarah Stevenson, a physicist and nuclear engineer in the U.S. Air Force, shares her journey from ROTC at Kansas State University to the White House. She reflects on her transformative time at U.C. Berkeley and the encouraging mentors who shaped her path. Sarah delves into her impactful work in Washington, D.C., navigating policy and research to advocate for nuclear energy. With insights into her role as a nuclear response officer, she highlights the promising future of nuclear technology and its potential for global progress.