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Season 2

June 16, 2025

Nuclear 101: How this Sold Out Course was Built for Beginners

In this episode of Naked Nuclear , Danielle sits down with Dr. Rebecca Steinman, PhD and the American Nuclear Society (ANS) to explore Nuclear 101 —a hands-on, introductory course designed not just for engineers, but for anyo...

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June 12, 2025

After-Pop! A Brief Break Down of Nuclear Commercial Shipping

In this After-Pop!, host Danielle explores the rise of commercial nuclear propulsion and how companies like CORE Power are reimagining the future of maritime shipping. Unlike military nuclear propulsion systems, these next-ge...

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June 9, 2025

From Smokestacks to Salt Reactors: CORE Power’s Strategy for Emission…

Nuclear-powered cargo ships might sound like science fiction—but CORE Power is making them a science reality. In this episode of Naked Nuclear , Danielle sits down with Tobi Menzies and Dr. Rory Megginson from CORE Power to e...

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June 2, 2025

Your Easy Guide to Scholarships, Grants, and Fellowships in Nuclear a…

In this episode, we dive into the world of scholarships, grants, and fellowships available for students at various academic levels and fields, particularly within the nuclear sector, STEM, and the energy world. We dispel the ...

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May 19, 2025

After-Pop! What is Boron Neutron Capture Therapy?

In this After-Pop, Danielle breaks down Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT) — a precision cancer treatment that uses nuclear science to selectively target tumors while sparing healthy tissue. You’ll learn: – What boron is an...

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May 12, 2025

From Candlelight to Clean Energy: Finding Your Role in the Nuclear Fu…

What do candlelit homework, career pivots, and global nuclear leadership have in common? Dr. Fiona Rayment. In this episode, Danielle speaks with internationally respected nuclear chemist and engineer Dr. Fiona Rayment about ...

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April 23, 2025

Would You Rather? How a Viral Tiktok Question Can Improve Science Edu…

Relearning Science Vs. Plucking Eyebrows: Unpacking Public Perceptions of STEMIn this episode of Naked Nuclear, host Danielle explores the surprising responses to a viral TikTok 'Would You Rather' question comparing re-taking...

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April 7, 2025

Step Into Nuclear: Maintenance Tech Training at Cape Fear Community C…

📍 Episode Summary : In this episode of Naked Nuclear , host Danielle Allen sits down with Kelli Davis, Program Director of the Nuclear Technology Program at Cape Fear Community College. From her start as a nuclear chemist to ...

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