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"Age of Miracles"

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9 snips
Jan 20, 2024 • 43min

Bonus: Mass Manufacturing Micro-sized Nuclear Reactors with Jordan Bramble and Julia DeWahl of Antares

Antares co-founders Jordan Bramble and Julia DeWahl explore the potential of mass manufacturing micro-sized nuclear reactors for abundant energy. They discuss the advantages of nuclear power, the role of hydrogen and solar energy in achieving net zero, and the challenges in deploying reactors in military and commercial markets. They also delve into the potential of micro reactors to lower electricity costs, the process of starting a nuclear company, and the hurdles involved in raising capital for nuclear projects.
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Jan 12, 2024 • 51min

Bonus: A World with Abundant Fusion Energy with David Kirtley of Helion Energy

In this episode, David Kirtley, founder of Helion Energy, discusses the need for fusion as a replacement for fossil fuels. He explores Helion Energy's solution of fusing lightweight isotopes and their focus on efficiently harnessing electricity from fusion reactions. They also discuss the challenges of sourcing Helium 3, Microsoft's involvement in fusion, and the importance of iterating quickly in fusion energy systems.
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Jan 5, 2024 • 47min

Bonus: Unlocking Nuclear Power at Scale with Bret Kugelmass of Last Energy

Bret Kugelmass, founder of Last Energy, discusses nuclear manufacturing efficiency, emotional resistance to nuclear power, the UK's role in nuclear power, Last Energy's innovation in nuclear manufacturing, and the changing landscape of nuclear energy.
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Dec 29, 2023 • 41min

Bonus: Building Nuclear for the Moon with Tyler Bernstein of Zeno Power

Tyler Bernstein, founder and CEO of Zeno Power, discusses the creation of radioisotope power systems for lunar applications. Topics include nuclear power in space, economic and regulatory aspects, competitive dynamics and execution challenges, business models for power on the moon, and partnership with NASA.
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11 snips
Dec 22, 2023 • 38min

E10: Energy for an Age of Miracles

This podcast explores the importance of energy abundance and the potential for human thriving. It discusses the shift in popular support for nuclear energy and the challenges and opportunities in small modular reactors and fusion energy. The podcast also highlights the importance of energy in achieving ethical progress and the potential benefits of having more energy in various aspects of life. It showcases the advancements in reactor licensing and emphasizes the importance of seizing the current moment to unlock the industry's full potential.
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Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 15min

E9: Fusion Founders

The podcast discusses the race to achieve commercial fusion and introduces five fusion founders and operators. It explores different approaches to generating fusion energy, revenue generation strategies for fusion companies, and the technological advancements contributing to the development of fusion energy. The podcast expresses confidence in achieving commercial fusion before 2030 and highlights the importance of collaboration between fission and fusion camps in the future of atomic energy.
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7 snips
Dec 8, 2023 • 55min

E8: The Fusion Marathon

This podcast episode explores the potential for fusion energy to meet the growing demands for clean energy. It covers the basics of fusion, progress in fusion research, and the challenges of achieving fusion reactions. The episode also discusses the significance of the triple product in fusion reactions and the different approaches and conceptions for fusion reactors throughout history.
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21 snips
Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 53min

E7: The Case For All the Other Energy Sources

The podcast discusses the pie chart of energy sources in the US in 2050, including fossil fuels, renewables like geothermal, solar, and wind. They explore the importance of energy sources in human flourishing and the need for a realistic approach to transitioning. The potential of geothermal energy and advancements in drilling techniques are also discussed. The history and challenges of wind turbine technology, maintaining grid balance, and optimizing battery materials are explored. Finally, they discuss the future of energy sources, including predictions for nuclear, solar, wind, natural gas, oil, and coal.
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Nov 24, 2023 • 59min

E6: Nuclear Mailbag

The podcast discusses topics such as legislative progress of nuclear energy, challenges and costs of quality assurance in the nuclear industry, nuclear energy perspectives around the world, investing in nuclear, the importance of clean energy solutions, and ways to support nuclear energy.
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6 snips
Nov 17, 2023 • 2h 5min

E5: Fission Founders, Part 2: Designing Advanced Nuclear Reactor Startups

This podcast explores the challenges and innovations in the world of advanced nuclear startups. It features founders designing new nuclear reactors from scratch and highlights their paths to bringing more nuclear online. Topics include radioisotope power systems, military applications of micro reactors, changing perspectives on nuclear energy, working with the Department of Defense, power sources on the moon, and the flexibility of producing hydrocarbons. The podcast also discusses customer selection, regulation, and the importance of building a strong visual brand for nuclear energy.

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