Naked Nuclear
Naked Nuclear
Podcast Description
Ever wondered how nuclear energy works or what advanced nuclear technology really means? Naked Nuclear breaks down complex topics like nuclear reactors, fuel types, and emerging technologies into simple, accessible conversations. Whether you're a curious beginner or an energy enthusiast, we make the science behind nuclear power easy to understand so you can launch your career in the clean energy future. Tune in to strip down the fascinating world of nuclear energy—one atom at a time.
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The podcast covers a range of themes including the science of nuclear reactors, the influence of indigenous perspectives on nuclear policy, and historical spotlights on influential figures, with episodes focused on topics such as the ethics of nuclear energy, the technical aspects of in-situ leaching, and the contributions of pioneers like Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson.
Ever wondered how nuclear energy works or what advanced nuclear technology really means? Naked Nuclear breaks down complex topics like nuclear reactors, fuel types, and emerging technologies into simple, accessible conversations. Whether you’re a curious beginner or an energy enthusiast, we make the science behind nuclear power easy to understand so you can launch your career in the clean energy future. Tune in to strip down the fascinating world of nuclear energy—one atom at a time.
In this episode, Danielle talks with Uchenna Ezibe about how the American Nuclear Society is shaping the future of nuclear education—starting as early as kindergarten. They dive into ANS’s hands-on programs like cloud chambers, educator training, and the new Accelerators initiative for high schoolers.
Learn how early exposure to nuclear concepts can spark student curiosity, close the literacy gap, and help build the next generation of clean energy professionals.
Highlights:
Why nuclear literacy shouldn’t wait until college
What it’s like to “see” radiation with a cloud chamber
How ANS is training both teachers and student leaders
Behind the scenes of the Accelerators program
What a near-peer mentorship network looks like in action
Mentioned Resources:
ANS K-12 hub: https://www.ans.org/nuclear
Navigating Nuclear curriculum: https://www.ans.org/nuclear/navigatingnuclear
Cloud Chamber program: https://www.ans.org/nuclear/cloudchamber
Accelerators (high school): https://www.ans.org/nuclear/accelerators
Educator resources: https://www.ans.org/nuclear/educatorresources
Volunteer as a nuclear ambassador: https://www.ans.org/nuclear/ambassadors
Contact Uchenna: [email protected]
Connect with Us:
Website: https://www.nakednuclear.com
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-allen
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