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Wade Allison

Emeritus Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Oxford. Author of books like Nuclear is for Life: A Cultural Revolution, Radiation and Reason: The Impact of Science on a Culture of Fear, and Fundamental Physics for Probing and Imaging.

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Apr 10, 2025 • 1h 6min

#1082 Wade Allison: Misconceptions About Nuclear Energy

Wade Allison, Emeritus Professor at the University of Oxford and author of impactful books on nuclear energy, joins the conversation to debunk myths surrounding nuclear power. He discusses the surprising link between energy and life, and the four major energy revolutions that have shaped our world. The talk delves into the differences between nuclear energy and weapons, the risks of radiation, and the realities of nuclear waste management. Allison also critiques the public's perception of nuclear versus renewable energy, emphasizing the need for education to reshape beliefs.