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NukeTalk

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Nuclear Weapons
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Environmental Contamination
Savannah River Site
Y-12 National Security Complex
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Missouri Coalition For the Environment
Friends Committee On National Legislation
China
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Union Of Concerned Scientists
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Malincrot Chemical Company
Uranium Mining
Nuclear Testing

Nuclear weapons aren't just a national security issue; they are also a human rights issue. Building a safer future requires an examination of past and present nuclear policy. NukeTalk investigates nuclear weapons policy by looking at the human impact of nuclear weapons. And brings the stories of those affected to you. NukeTalk is hosted by Ploughshares.

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Sit back, relax, and don't watch this movie after you've eaten—today on the Nuclear Movie Club, we're talking about Mick Jackson's 1984 television movie, Threads.

On this episode, Scott and I discuss if Threads is the most "comprehensive" nuclear f... more

Sit back, relax, and find love at the La Brea Tar Pits for Miracle Mile, a 1988 film written and, after being passed around Hollywood for a decade, also directed by Steve De Jarnatt. 

In this episode of the Nuclear Movie Club, NukeTalk cohosts Rebe... more

Sit back, relax, and brew a pot of tea for When the Wind Blows, a 1986 animated film directed by Jimmy Murakami based on the graphic novel by Raymond Briggs.

In this episode of the Nuclear Movie Club, NukeTalk producer Rebecka Green and Ploughshare... more

Sit back, relax, and run like Tom Cruise trying to prevent an evil AI entity from causing nuclear war, for the Mission Impossible franchise. Mission Impossible is an 8-movie run of action films starring Tom Cruise and spanning three decades, concludi... more

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Recent Guests

Noah Oppenheim
Screenwriter, producer and former news executive
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Episode: A House of Dynamite: An Interview with Screenwriter Noah Oppenheim
Jamie Kwong
Fellow in the Nuclear Policy Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
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Episode: The Holiday Episode: Nuclear Winter
Molly Hurley
Digital storyteller and content strategist for Bombshell Toe Policy and Arts Collective, and youth advisor to the nuclear program for the Prospect Toe Foundation, culture columnist for Ink Stick Media.
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Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Nukes & Votes
Esther Im
Senior Policy Advisor for Peace and Security at Foreign Policy for America, covering nuclear issues involving Iran, China, and North Korea.
Foreign Policy for America
Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Nukes & Votes
Allen Hester
Legislative Representative for Nuclear Disarmament and Pentagon Spending at the Friends Committee for National Legislation.
Friends Committee for National Legislation
Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Nukes & Votes
David Kearn
Associate professor at St. John's University and visiting scholar at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School, previously worked on the 2018 Nuclear Posture Review.
St. John's University
Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Command & Control
Mackenzie Knight
Senior research associate on the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists, co-author of the Nuclear Notebook.
Federation of American Scientists
Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Command & Control
Katie Kingsbury
Editorial page editor at The New York Times, overseeing opinion reports.
The New York Times
Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Command & Control
Bill Hennigan
Writer focused on national security issues in the opinion section at The New York Times.
The New York Times
Episode: The Nuclear Ballot: Command & Control

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Rebecka Green
Producer of Nuke Talk and host of the season, The Nuclear Movie Club.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Ummmmm,

    All do respect, may I suggest 95% less vocal fry. I will not take you all less seriously. Thank you for your excellent work.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Paul 1460
    United States2 months ago
  • Great new host

    Delightful, engaging, and intelligent. Good choice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShelbyShone
    United States5 months ago
  • Black Lives Matter

    Say no to racism

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lilmonimoni
    United States4 years ago
  • High quality podcast. Great content, and so very important.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    G.M.
    5 years ago
  • High quality podcast. Great content, and so very important.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Moller
    5 years ago

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Some critics feel the content can verge into political advocacy at times, depending on the episode.
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Guests and interviews are repeatedly described as insightful and policy-relevant.
The series' human-rights framing is frequently highlighted as a differentiator.
Listeners praise the hosts' engaging, informative delivery and the timely coverage of nuclear policy.

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Talking Points

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Dr. Strangelove
Q: Do you think that he effectively identified some of the more ridiculous aspects of nuclear threat?
Yes, the film lampooned technology in the nuclear field very well, showing that such serious topics could also have a humorous context.
Dr. Strangelove
Q: How did it feel exploring the nuclear topic through the lens of satire? What worked for you?
The film effectively highlighted the absurdity of mutually assured destruction while tackling nuclear weapons through satire.
The Nuclear Ballot: Inauguration Special Report
Q: With Trump back in office, where do you see the US nuclear policy heading in the coming years, and what scares you about this?
Jon expressed concern about the lack of strategic deterrence in U.S. nuclear policy since Trump does not prioritize alliances, which may lead to an increase in adversarial behavior and nuclear arms races.
The Nuclear Ballot: Inauguration Special Report
Q: What are some potential surprises or developments that you think we might see in the second term?
Jon suggested that Trump's unpredictable leadership could lead to significant risks in international relations, with potential aggressions from adversaries like China and North Korea.
The Nuclear Ballot: Inauguration Special Report
Q: How has his policy kind of evolved and shifted since leaving office? What has he said on the campaign trail after winning the election?
Jon pointed out that Trump is picking appointees based on media presence and financial acumen rather than on experience or ideology, leading to concerns about their effectiveness.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NukeTalk

What is NukeTalk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Nuclear policy is examined through a human-centered lens, blending analyses of real-world deterrence and policy with discussions of how nuclear issues intersect with ethics, human rights, and global security. Episodes often center on how weapons policy shapes lives, featuring expert guests and deep dives into historical context, policy developments, and cultural portrayals in film and media. Notable strengths include a clear focus on human impact, accessible explanations of complex topics, and a consistent emphasis on timely, policy-relevant issues that illuminate what decision-makers and the public should know.

A standout aspect is the ongoing commitment to making nuclear policy relatable by linking it to everyday consequences and storyte... more

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2. Jamie Kwong
3. Molly Hurley
4. Esther Im
5. Allen Hester
6. David Kearn
7. Mackenzie Knight
8. Katie Kingsbury

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