In this episode of the Advanced Nuclear podcast, Tim Frazier, a veteran in the nuclear industry, discusses his extensive career in government and the private sector, focusing first on his work with radioisotope power systems used in deep space exploration, the potential for using alternative isotopes, and the future of nuclear propulsion in space. The wide-ranging conversation covers Tim's work with the Global Nuclear Energy Partnership (GNEP) and the Blue Ribbon Commission on America's Nuclear Future, as well as advances in reactor technologies. He provides an overview of his work with Aalo Atomics, a start-up reactor development company, and the role of nuclear energy in powering today's AI and data center revolution. Tim expresses optimism about the future of the nuclear industry and the potential for new reactor technologies to play a significant role in energy production, in the U.S. and around the globe.

The critical role of the states in the ongoing resurgence of nuclear power across America is the topic for this week's show. In this episode of Advanced Nuclear, the Official Podcast of UCAN Power, Kirsten Verclas and Kelsey Jones from the nonprofit National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) explore the roles of state energy offices, their collaboration with the Department of Energy and Congress, and the growing focus on nuclear energy in our country. The conversation highlights NASEO's Advanced Nuclear First Movers Initiative, where 11 states have banded together to catalyze new nuclear deployments, NASEO's work with other nuclear-focused organizations, and the importance of public-private partnerships in bringing advanced nuclear technologies to market.

In this episode of the Advanced Nuclear Podcast, Chris Ritter, a nationally-recognized leader in AI applications and the Director of the Digital Innovation Center of Excellence (DICE) at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), explores how AI can enhance the design, licensing, and operation of nuclear technologies, particularly through the use of digital twins—virtual models that mirror physical assets. Chris shares his journey to INL, the establishment of DICE, the challenges and future prospects of AI supporting the nuclear industry, and the potential for significant improvements in reactor efficiency, remote operations, and licensing efficiency. The discussion also covers the use of multiple AI programs and the importance of human oversight in AI applications.

In this episode of the Advanced Nuclear podcast, host Jim Howe speaks with Jarret Adams, founder and CEO of Full On Communications, about the importance of effective external and internal communications in the nuclear industry. They discuss the need for clear and consistent messaging to engage communities, address public misconceptions, and promote the benefits of nuclear power. Adams emphasizes the inseparable nature of communications and business strategy, the importance of transparency, the challenges faced by new nuclear startups, and the evolving landscape of nuclear energy amid geopolitical changes and technological advancements. The conversation also touches on the significance of branding and the recent pledge to triple nuclear power capacity by 2050.

In this episode of the Advanced Nuclear Podcast, host Jim Howe speaks with Liz Muller, CEO of Deep Fission, about her company's innovative approach to nuclear power. They discuss Liz's background, the unique design that places nuclear reactors in mile-deep boreholes, and the potential benefits of this approach, including cost efficiency, safety, and shortened time to deployment. The conversation also touches on the challenges of public perception, the importance of collaboration with the data center industry and other end-users, and the future of nuclear energy in the U.S.