Advanced Nuclear, the Official Podcast of UCAN Power13 Heinä

37 - Pat O'Brien: Restarting Palisades, A New Chapter for Nuclear Energy

In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, host Dominique Cooper sits down with Pat O'Brien of Holtec International to discuss the groundbreaking restart of the Palisades Nuclear Plant and what it means for the future of clean, reliable energy in the United States. Pat shares insights into the technical and regulatory challenges of restarting a nuclear facility, the importance of transparent communication with local communities, and the critical role trust plays in the success of nuclear energy projects. The conversation explores how industry leaders are engaging the public, addressing concerns about safety and waste, and creating opportunities for the next generation of nuclear professionals.

The discussion also looks ahead to the promise of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and how innovation, workforce development, and public engagement will shape the future of the nuclear industry. Whether you're a nuclear professional, energy enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of American energy, this episode offers a compelling look at one of the most significant developments in modern nuclear power.

Key Takeaways:

The historic restart of the Palisades Nuclear Plant Building and maintaining community trust through transparency

Effective communication strategies for nuclear safety

Workforce development and career opportunities in nuclear energy

The future role of Small Modular Reactors in the energy landscape

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36 - Ed McGinnis - Unlocking America’s Nuclear Potential: The Future of Fuel Recycling

In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, the official podcast of UCAN Power, host Dominique Cooper sits down with Ed McGinnis, CEO of Curio, to explore how used nuclear fuel—often considered waste—can bec...

29 Kesä 35min

35 - Brett Rampal: The Future of Nuclear, 2026 Milestones, and the Road to 2030

In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, host Dominique sits down with nuclear engineer Brett Rampal to examine the momentum behind today’s nuclear resurgence and what lies ahead. From recent reactor desi...

15 Kesä 36min

34 - Staff Sheehan: Revolutionizing Nuclear Waste, Project Omega’s Breakthroughs

In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, we sit down with Staff Sheehan of Project Omega to explore how cutting-edge innovation is transforming the future of nuclear energy. From breakthrough approaches t...

1 Kesä 30min

33 - Rod Baltzer: Deep Isolation and the Future of Nuclear Waste

In this episode of the Advanced Nuclear Podcast, UCAN Power welcomes Rod Baltzer, CEO of Deep Isolation, for an in‑depth discussion on how deep borehole technology could transform nuclear waste dispos...

18 Touko 27min

32 - Yasir Arafat: Aalo Powering the AI Era

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world—but powering it is becoming one of the greatest energy challenges of our time. From training massive AI models to running data centers that demand rel...

27 Huhti 1h 7min

31 - Lucian Niemeyer: Restoring American Nuclear Industry Dominance

In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, the official podcast of UCAN Power, host Dominique Cooper is joined by Lucian Niemeyer for an in‑depth discussion on the role advanced nuclear technologies play in...

6 Huhti 50min

30 - Felice Presti: Building America’s Nuclear Comeback

In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, host Dominique Cooper sits down with Felice Presti, Senior Vice President and Operations Manager for Nuclear Power at Bechtel, to explore what it really takes to r...

23 Maalis 33min