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Advanced Nuclear, the Official Podcast of UCAN Power

UCAN Power
Nuclear Energy
United States
Small Modular Reactors
HALU
Terrestrial Energy
Aalo Atomics
BWXT
Oklo
Centrus Energy Corporation
Oak Ridge
Curio
Dark Fission Space Systems
Paducah, Kentucky
Molten Salt Reactor
Oak Ridge, United States
Nuclear Energy Policy
Bechtel
Global Laser Enrichment
Russia
Laser Isotope Separation

UCAN Power is the voice within the nuclear technology community that is focused solely on the advancement of small and micro nuclear reactors and their applications across the spectrum of needs. Homepage - UCAN Power - United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear Power

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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 Unite... more

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 become a powerful resource for America’s energy futur... more

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 design approvals and pilot programs accelerating deplo... more

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 to recycling spent nuclear fuel to the development ... more

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 disposal in the United States.

Baltzer explains why tra... more

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 reliable, 24/7 electricity, the future of computing i... more

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 strengthening U.S. national security and energy r... more

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 rebuild American nuclear leadership. With 87% of re... more

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Pat O'Brien
Director of Government Affairs and Communications at Holtec International
Holtec International
Episode: 37 - Pat O'Brien: Restarting Palisades, A New Chapter for Nuclear Energy
Ed McGinnis
CEO of Curio
Curio
Episode: 36 - Ed McGinnis - Unlocking America’s Nuclear Potential: The Future of Fuel Recycling
Brett Rampal
Nuclear engineer by training; former Westinghouse, NuScale, CTAF, Veriten; advisor at Deloitte
Veriten; Deloitte; previously Westinghouse; NuScale; Clean Air Task Force
Episode: 35 - Brett Rampal: The Future of Nuclear, 2026 Milestones, and the Road to 2030
Staff Sheehan
Founder and CEO of Project Omega
Project Omega
Episode: 34 - Staff Sheehan: Revolutionizing Nuclear Waste, Project Omega’s Breakthroughs
Rod Baltzer
President and CEO of Deep Isolation Nuclear
Deep Isolation
Episode: 33 - Rod Baltzer: Deep Isolation and the Future of Nuclear Waste
Yasir Arafat
Co-founder and CTO of Aalo Atomics
Aalo Atomics
Episode: 32 - Yasir Arafat: Aalo Powering the AI Era
Lucian Niemeyer
Co-founder of United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear Power
United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear Power
Episode: 31 - Lucian Niemeyer: Restoring American Nuclear Industry Dominance
Felice Presti
Senior Vice President and Operations Manager for Nuclear Power at Bechtel
Bechtel
Episode: 30 - Felice Presti: Building America’s Nuclear Comeback
Chris Ploch
Former DOE Office of Policy staffer and current adviser
Mission Strategies; UCAN Power Board of Advisors
Episode: 29 - Chris Ploch: From Executive Orders to Reactors: Powering America’s Nuclear Future

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Dominique Cooper
Host with prominent involvement in Advanced Nuclear discussions and related shows; affiliated with UCAN Power.
Jim Howe
Host of The Advanced Nuclear Podcast; lead interviewer across multiple episodes.

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37 - Pat O'Brien: Restarting Palisades, A New Chapter for Nuclear Energy
Q: What has been the most rewarding moment of the Palisades restart so far?
Seeing about 125 people return to the plant, including retirees and those who stayed on to help with the restart, and witnessing the transfer of thousands of years of collective reactor operator experience to the next generation.
37 - Pat O'Brien: Restarting Palisades, A New Chapter for Nuclear Energy
Q: What's one thing about nuclear energy which every community member knew?
The interviewee wished that people understood the safety and the depth of training that goes into maintaining a plant, including the long, structured training programs and the commitment required from staff to respond to any situation.
35 - Brett Rampal: The Future of Nuclear, 2026 Milestones, and the Road to 2030
Q: What one action could be most impactful today to move the field forward?
A combination of policy levers that aligns funding, licensing readiness, and waste management strategies, plus accelerated siting and multiple repository options to enable faster, safer deployment.
35 - Brett Rampal: The Future of Nuclear, 2026 Milestones, and the Road to 2030
Q: What does the 2030 Advanced Nuclear Reactor World look like?
A vibrant ecosystem with pilot projects maturing into commercial-scale deployments, supported by coordinated front-end and back-end development, data-driven regulatory pathways, and a robust workforce pipeline.
14 - Reed Clay: The Texas Nuclear Alliance -- Energizing Robust Nuclear Growth
Q: What role do executive orders at the federal level play in Texas's strategy, and how does that interact with state initiatives like the grant program?
The executive orders are seen as complementary, aiming to rebuild the US fuel cycle, utilize federal sites and military bases, and reform NRC processes. Texas aims to capitalize on these moves by aligning its grant program to attract federal investment, leverage existing manufacturing strengths, and position itself as a leader in both nuclear deployment and export.

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This show focuses on advancing nuclear innovation, with a strong emphasis on small and micro reactor technologies, policy acceleration, and the broader ecosystem enabling deployment in civilian and strategic settings. Conversations routinely explore policy shifts, regulatory reforms, and practical deployment challenges, alongside technical discussions on reactors, fuel cycles, AI-enabled operations, and supply chains. A standout trait is the blend of industry leaders, national lab experts, policymakers, and corporate strategists who discuss actionable paths to scale, from factory-built modules and rapid licensing to public perception and workforce development. The program often ties nuclear tech to national security, energy independence, an... more

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