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Nuclear Energy | E = MC Squared | S2-E1

Nuclear Energy | E = MC Squared | S2-E1

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In 1958, President Dwight Eisenhower went on national television introducing a new kind of power plant, one that will transform the world. Nuclear energy and the Atomic Age took America by storm, but this misunderstood technology’s potential has always been in question.

Last series we looked at the building blocks of life, DNA. This time we’re turning to atoms, and specifically to the energy that comes from splitting atoms. We’ll take you to one of the most powerful and controversial energy sources on earth: nuclear energy.


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Comments (3)

Cam Elder

why did you use a man's voice as Albert Einstein wife? do you not know any woman?

May 4th
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carl delasi broohm

haven't even started listening yet but I know I love this. can't wait for my next commute

Jun 14th
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Nuclear Energy | E = MC Squared | S2-E1

Nuclear Energy | E = MC Squared | S2-E1