Naked Nuclear

How to Build the Internet’s Best Nuclear Guide with Nick Touran

24 Apr 2026

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What does it take to explain one of the most misunderstood technologies on Earth?This Final Friday on Naked Nuclear, Danielle sits down with Nick Touran for a new Follow Them Friday episode.Nick is the founder of What Is Nuclear, one of the internet’s most respected resources for understanding nuclear energy, reactor technology, fuel cycles, history, and policy in plain English. In a world drowning in hot takes and cold IQs, he built something useful.We discuss Nick’s journey into nuclear engineering, how he built What Is Nuclear, why communication matters, and how advanced reactors differ through choices like coolants and moderators. We also get into regulation, licensing, innovation bottlenecks, and what may be next for nuclear in maritime applications.If you’ve ever wanted nuclear explained clearly, or wondered where the industry is headed next, this is the episode.How Nick Touran got into nuclear engineeringWhy he created WhatIsNuclear.comExplaining reactors simply: coolants, moderators, and design choicesFast reactors vs thermal reactorsWhy licensing and regulation shape innovationNuclear power for maritime shipping and industrial useThe future of advanced reactorsWhy good science communication matters more than everNick is helping lead a new maritime nuclear venture focused on the future of clean shipping and advanced nuclear deployment.They’re seeking exceptional talent, including:Licensing EngineersReactor EngineersNuclear ScientistsRegulatory ExpertsAdvanced Reactor TalentTo be considered, complete the qualified candidate form here: Check out Nick's Youtube Page here: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisnuclear

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Naked Nuclear

How to Build the Internet’s Best Nuclear Guide with Nick Touran

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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