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My Nuclear Life

Shelly Lesher
Cold War
Nuclear Weapons
Black Sea Experiment
Nuclear Physics
Nuclear Testing
Nuclear War
Soviet Union
Gender Roles
Challenger Disaster
Us-Soviet Relations
Nuclear Toys
Human Radiation Experiments
Georgia
The Day After
Nuclear Disarmament
Nuclear Risk Reduction
Childhood Education
Nuclear Arms Control
Nuclear Energy
Radiation Exposure

On July 16, 1945, in a New Mexico desert, the Trinity Test ushered in the Nuclear Age. No other piece of technology has penetrated the American consciousness like the nuclear bomb and found a place in everything from culture to medicine. This podcast explores how nuclear science has impacted and changed our world in both beneficial and destructive ways. We explore the intersection of nuclear scien... more

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Who are the JASONS? What do they do and can Shelly ever fulfill her dream of becoming one? Find out on this episode with Ann Finkbeiner.

What is going on with all the missing scientists? Should we be worried? Should Shelly be worried? Is there a Mayor McCheese secret plot? Join Nathan & Lee from the Uncover Up as they check in on Shelly to make sure she is ok.

In this joint episode with The Uncover Up Nathan Radke and Shelly Lesher try to shock each other with the different ways humans have tried or will try to destroy us all. Watch the episode on Youtube at YouTube

Nathan Radke (The Uncover Up) and Shelly Lesher discuss the B-36. You can email us or support us on Patreon

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Shelly Lesher
Professor and Chair of Physics at North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina A&T State University
Episode: The "best" Doomsday Devices | The Uncover Up
Lee Kuhln
Episode: House of Dynamite | Lee and Nathan
Deanna Hylton
Manager of the Bunker and History Tours at the Greenbrier
Greenbrier Hotel
Episode: Hidden in plain sight. The Greenbrier Bunker | Deanna Hylton
Kelly Chipps
Nuclear physicist
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Episode: Day in the Life of a Nuclear Physicist | Kelly Chipps
Eileen Welsome
Author of "Plutonium Files" and journalist known for her investigative work on human radiation experiments
Episode: Cold War Human Radiation Experiments | Eileen Welsome
Jonathan Alter
Author, political analyst, documentary filmmaker
Episode: (rerelease) Jimmy Carter - with Jonathan Alter
Adam Higginbotham
Author of "Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster at the Edge of Space"
Episode: Was the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion inevitable? with Adam Higginbotham
Nina Weston
Medical Student and guest contributing ideas on nuclear waste communication
Cambridge University
Episode: Ray Cats Nuke the Moon
Lee Kuhnle
An experienced voice in the nuclear discourse
Episode: Ray Cats Nuke the Moon

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Shelly Lesher
Host of My Nuclear Life; physics-informed storyteller with focus on conspiracy framing and scientific context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • So many topics!

    Wow! This show is incredible! Shelly is brilliant at making all the discussions accessible and has some wonderful guests.

    Even if you're not interested in physics or nuclear energy or history or warfare, try a couple of episodes and you'll be engrossed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hexagor
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing

    Thanks for putting this podcast together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dubscura
    United States3 years ago
  • Very interesting podcast

    Started listening after seeing the Oppenheimer movie and now can’t stop. Especially enjoying the Cold War episodes but the physics, the films, the looking ahead to the future are all fascinating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason Danio
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Shelly makes nuclear science so fun and interesting! The stories and insights she sharing makes this a really engaging and educational listen.

    From Deirdre

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deirdre Tshien
    United States3 years ago
  • Very good podcast

    This podcast is interesting and informative. The pace and interviewing style make it a very enjoyable listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yehrbrisbakebf
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts bring warmth and clear curiosity, making dense subjects engaging.
The show weaves history, science, and culture in a compelling way.
Guests are consistently high-quality and well-chosen for depth.
Listeners appreciate the accessible explanations of complex topics.

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(New Intro) Challenger Explosion | Adam Higginbotham
Q: Why did you choose to write a book about the Challenger?
Adam Higginbotham was interested in exploring the parallels between the Challenger disaster and the Chernobyl accident, emphasizing themes of human error and the high stakes involved.
Black holes, string theory, and public policy | Jim Gates (Sylvester James Gates)
Q: What surprised you the most about that position?
I never imagined being a professor in the School of Public Policy.
How much time does the US need to restart nuclear testing? | Hans Kristensen
Q: What can you tell me about the youth involvement in nuclear policy and education?
We try to raise the next generation by providing institutional backgrounds and personal experiences related to nuclear weapons and fostering connections to help develop informed policy perspectives.
How much time does the US need to restart nuclear testing? | Hans Kristensen
Q: Are we currently building nuclear weapons?
Yes, we are building nuclear weapons, but the term 'new' is tricky because we typically modify existing designs rather than create entirely new ones.
How much time does the US need to restart nuclear testing? | Hans Kristensen
Q: How long would it take to get the site ready for a nuclear test to yield?
It would take about six plus months to prepare for a basic nuclear test, which involves significant logistical and safety preparations.

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Two hosts guide broad-ranging conversations at the intersection of nuclear science, history, and policy, blending rigorous context with accessible storytelling. Episodes frequently explore conspiracies, doomsday concepts, space and military history, and the social impact of nuclear tech, often featuring expert guests who challenge sensational narratives with scientific or historical nuance. The show stands out for its knack of weaving technical detail with human-centered storytelling, using archival perspectives, firsthand experiences, and thoughtful ethics debates to illuminate how nuclear issues shape culture, policy, and everyday life.

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