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NAYGN CLEAN ENERGY PODCAST

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Frequency: 1 episode/16d. Total Eps: 4

NAYGN Clean Energy Podcast
Clean energy is everywhere in the news — but how does it actually work in the real world?

On the NAYGN Clean Energy Podcast, we sit down with the people building the future of energy: nuclear engineers, climate scientists, policy experts, founders, and operators. We break down complex topics like nuclear fuel, reactor design, SMRs, fusion, grid reliability, and decarbonization into clear, honest conversations.

No hype. No jargon. Just practical insight into:

How energy technologies really function
Why nuclear plays a unique role in climate solutions
What it takes to build power plants in today’s regulatory and political reality
Where the clean energy transition is succeeding — and where it’s struggling

Whether you’re in the energy industry or just energy-curious, this show helps you see past the slogans and into the systems powering modern society.

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NAYGN EP.4-Exploring America's energy infrastructure from historic build-out to today w/ Emmet Penny

Thursday, March 26, 2026 • Duration 53:53

In this episode of the Clean Energy Podcast by North American Young Generation in Nuclear, we explore the history and future of nuclear energy infrastructure and the role of young professionals in shaping the industry.

Hosted by Hashir Sher and Dhruv Brahmbhatt, this conversation features Emmet Penney, writer, historian, and Senior Fellow at the Foundation for American Innovation.

As part of NAYGN’s mission to engage, develop, and inspire the next generation of nuclear professionals, this episode dives into how the U.S. nuclear build-out was achieved and what it will take to build again today.

Topics Covered:

• History of nuclear power plant build-out

• Role of utilities and regulated cost recovery

• Financing and demand in large infrastructure projects

• Regulatory and institutional challenges

• Talent pipeline and workforce development

• Small modular reactors and future outlook

This episode provides valuable context on how past decisions continue to influence today’s nuclear industry, offering insights for students, professionals, and anyone interested in large-scale energy infrastructure.

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Emmet Penney also hosts the Nuclear Barbarian podcast, where he explores nuclear policy, history, and innovation: www.nuclearbarbarians.com

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NAYGN EP. 3-Uranium Fuel & Reactor Physics: How Nuclear Power Really Works (with Dr. Blair Bromley)

Season 2026 · Episode 3

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 • Duration 48:10

What actually happens inside a nuclear reactor core — and why do neutrons matter so much?

In this episode of the NAYGN Clean Energy Podcast, host Hong Luong and co-host Aditi Bhardwaj sit down with Dr. Blair Bromley, reactor physicist at Chalk River Laboratories, to unpack the fundamentals of reactor physics in plain language.

We explore:

How nuclear fission turns into electricity on the grid
What “reactor physics” (neutronics) really means
Why slowing down neutrons is essential to keeping reactors running
How fuel design and neutron economy shape reactor performance
Why CANDU reactors operate differently from most light-water reactors
The tradeoffs between fuel enrichment and uranium utilization

If you’ve ever wondered what’s actually happening inside a reactor core — beyond the headlines — this episode offers a rare, accessible look into the physics that power nuclear energy.

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NAYGN EP. 2 - What Engineers Need to Know About Utilities, Nuclear & the Workforce Shift

Season 2026 · Episode 2

Sunday, February 22, 2026 • Duration 56:20

Thinking about a career in clean energy, utilities, or nuclear?

This episode gives you a real-world look at what’s happening behind the scenes.

Hosts Hashir and Hong Luong speak with Melissa Parvis, CEO of Athena Consulting and Workforce Solutions, about:
• What utilities actually look for when hiring engineers
• Why internships, co-ops, and networking matter more than perfect grades
• The talent gap created by retirements in the energy sector
• How leadership, communication, and EQ shape career growth
• The pros and cons of working in utilities vs. consulting or tech
• How AI is reshaping recruitment and hiring processes

Whether you’re a student, new graduate, or early-career professional, this conversation breaks down how to position yourself for a long-term, meaningful career in clean energy.

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NAYGN EP. 1 - Climate Change & COP

Season 2026 · Episode 1

Thursday, February 5, 2026 • Duration 51:27

In this episode of the NAYGN Clean Energy Podcast, we unpack what the COP climate conferences actually do — and how global climate policy translates (sometimes imperfectly) into real-world energy decisions.

Host Hong Luong, co-host Jeanne Ruppelius, and guest Veeshesh Sunassy (Vice President of NAYGN and COP participant) explore:

Why climate change is more than just rising temperatures — and how it impacts livelihoods, ecosystems, and economies
What COP is, how it works, and why it often feels slow and political
The difference between top-down climate targets (Kyoto) and bottom-up commitments (Paris Agreement & NDCs)
Where COP has made real impact — including nuclear being recognized as clean energy and global pledges to expand nuclear and renewables
The role of nuclear, renewables, grids, storage, and heat in building a realistic low-carbon energy mix
Why financing and policy execution are the biggest bottlenecks to climate progress
How youth voices are shaping climate action — and what gives reason for cautious optimism

If you want to understand how climate policy connects to actual energy systems — beyond headlines and slogans — this conversation grounds the global climate debate in real engineering, economics, and lived experience.

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