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Nuclear Hotseat

Libbe Halevy
Nuclear Weapons
Treaty On the Prohibition Of Nuclear Weapons
Three Mile Island
Nuclear Disarmament
Nuclear Safety
Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster
Fukushima
Ukraine
Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
Depleted Uranium
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Radiation
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COP28 Climate Change Conference
NATO
Treaty To Prohibit Nuclear Weapons
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Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Nuclear Deterrence Summit

Nuclear news from a different perspective, including safeguarding from radiation, interviews w/leading activists, and how you can help stop the nuclear madness. Nuclear Hotseat is produced and hosted by 3 Mile Island survivor Libbe HaLevy.

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This Week’s Featured Interview: Photo from Greenham Common Women’s Peace Camp, 1981 – 2000, the model for the upcoming Lakenheath Peace Camp. LINKS from Interview: For people in the USA or other countries wanting to get involved or send a statement o... more

Dr. Gordon Edwards, speaking at the United Nations This Week’s Featured Interview: Dr. Gordon Edwards is a mathematician, physicist, nuclear consultant, and president of the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility. He is one of our most cogent ... more

At the 40th anniversary of the TMI accident in 2019. Unit 1 in background was still in operation. This Week’s Featured Interview: Eric Epstein is the Chairman of Three Mile Island Alert, Inc., a safe-energy organization based in Harrisburg, Pennsylva... more

This Week’s SPECIAL on the United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons – Third Meeting of States Parties March 2-7, 2025 Posing with the iconic gun sculpture in front of UN headquarteers in New York. The Treaty on the Prohibition of N... more

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Recent Guests

Mayu Takakua
Editor of CNIC's newsletter, Nukinfo Tokyo
Citizens' Nuclear Information Center
Episode: NH #715: VOICES FROM JAPAN – FUKUSHIMA at 14 – Clean-up or Cover-up?” True State of Disaster Site from Citizens’ Nuclear Information Center
Tsukuru Fours
Long-time anti-nuclear activist
Episode: NH #715: VOICES FROM JAPAN – FUKUSHIMA at 14 – Clean-up or Cover-up?” True State of Disaster Site from Citizens’ Nuclear Information Center
Lucero Oyarzun
Digital Campaign Organizer for the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
ICAN
Episode: NH #713: United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) Media Prep – ICAN’s Lucero Oyarzun + Politicians Against Nukes
Karl Grossman
Award-winning veteran environmental journalist
Episode: NH #712: Project 2025, Atmospheric Nuclear Testing, Musk & DOGE – Journalist KARL GROSSMAN’s Nuclear Warnings
Alice Slater
A veteran peace activist, NGO representative to the United Nations for Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, who advocates for the abolition of nuclear weapons.
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, World Without War
Episode: NH #710: Change Doomsday Clock to Peace Clock – Alice Slater + Big Win for Cleanup at Boeing’s Santa Susana Field Lab – Melissa Bumstead
Harvey Wasserman
Veteran anti-nuclear activist, author, and organizer
Episode: NH #709: Anti-Nuke Veteran Harvey Wasserman Spearheads Exciting New Eco Broadcast Network
Mary Olson
Co-author of the United Nations report on Gender and Ionizing Radiation
Gender and Radiation Project
Episode: NH #708: Gender & Ionizing Radiation – New UN Report – Co-authors Mary Olson, Amanda Nichols
Amanda Nichols
Co-author of the United Nations report on Gender and Ionizing Radiation
University of California, Santa Barbara
Episode: NH #708: Gender & Ionizing Radiation – New UN Report – Co-authors Mary Olson, Amanda Nichols
Donna Gilmore
Founder of San Onofre Safety, an organization focused on nuclear safety issues.
San Onofre Safety
Episode: NH #707: SPECIAL: NUKES AND FIRE – California Wildfires and Nuclear Dangers

Host

Libbe HaLevy
Host and producer, as well as a survivor of the nuclear accident at Three Mile Island, who brings personal experience and advocacy to the discussions surrounding nuclear issues.

Reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Climate change

    There might have not been fires near your home in California, if we advocated for nuclear energy versus spread misinformation about it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mudslide Yodler
    United States3 months ago
  • Very Good Podcast!

    These weapons have caused much suffering even if they don’t get “used” again. Thanks for getting the stories out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KimInHighWater
    United States10 months ago
  • Pure brilliance ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I saw this podcast and since been listening to at least two episodes a day. Very very clear to the lay-person (as that’s how I see myself) highly educational and wow, just so addictive. Thank you Libbe for setting this podcast series up, I feel that my eyes have been opened to this Nuclear horror and I want to help in every way to pass on your podcasts. No more Ice for me! Rachel, from the UK

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raquel333jbb
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Pure brilliance ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I saw this podcast and since been listening to at least two episodes a day. Very very clear to the lay-person (as that’s how I see myself) highly educational and wow, just so addictive. Thank you Libbe for setting this podcast series up, I feel that my eyes have been opened to this Nuclear horror and I want to help in every way to pass on your podcasts.

    No more Ice for me!

    Rachel, from the UK

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raquel333jbb
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great show!!

    I am always amazed by the effort put in to make this such an informative show!! Much respect to you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shastamcmikey
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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There are criticisms regarding perceived bias against nuclear energy, suggesting a divide in audience opinion on these issues.
Feedback includes expressions of gratitude for raising awareness on often-overlooked nuclear topics, emphasizing the educational value of the content.
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NH #718: US Tariffs + Ontario’s Nuclear Blind Spot (4 New US Nukes!) = Irreversible Canadian Vulnerability! – Dr. Gordon Edwards
Q: What kind of pushback has there been against this proposal?
There has been a growing public awareness campaign, although it is small and needs to grow rapidly to have a significant impact.
NH #718: US Tariffs + Ontario’s Nuclear Blind Spot (4 New US Nukes!) = Irreversible Canadian Vulnerability! – Dr. Gordon Edwards
Q: What is the current or at least the most recent energy scenario in Canada as regards nukes?
Canada has only Canadian-designed nuclear reactors using domestically produced natural uranium, but is now considering importing US reactors which require foreign fuel.
NH #717: Three Mile Island Accident 46th Anniversary – Unit 1 Reactor to Restart to Power Bill Gates’ Microsoft Data Center?
Q: What does it mean that TMI-1 is being planned to restart to provide power to a Microsoft data center?
It raises concerns about safety for outdated technology and the financial implications, especially since the plant was originally funded by public money.
NH #714 – SPECIAL: Physicist M. V. Ramana Book: Nuclear Not the Solution to Climate Change – Full Interview
Q: What should we do before we can agree on a solution to nuclear waste?
The focus should first be on stopping the production of nuclear materials, rather than solely discussing waste disposal methods.
NH #714 – SPECIAL: Physicist M. V. Ramana Book: Nuclear Not the Solution to Climate Change – Full Interview
Q: How have a handful of large and financially powerful organizations profited from building and operating nuclear power plants at the public's expense?
Through legislative acts that allow passing on costs to customers, profits increased for companies even amidst projects that were ultimately not completed or exceeded budgets.

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A unique platform addressing critical nuclear issues, featuring insights from experts, activists, and survivors of nuclear incidents. Notable discussions focus on the implications of nuclear energy, safety concerns, historical accidents like Three Mile Island, and the ongoing debate surrounding nuclear weapons. The narrative weaves personal stories with political activism, emphasizing the need for public awareness and advocacy against the nuclear industry's potentially dangerous narratives. Listeners can expect a blend of historical context, current events, and calls to action around nuclear safety and disarmament, often featuring personal experiences from survivors and frontline activists.

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3. Lucero Oyarzun
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