Nuclear

Nuclear power is one of the most powerful—and controversial—forces humanity has ever harnessed. This playlist explores how nuclear energy works, its potential to help us fight climate change, and the risks that come with it. Are the benefits worth the danger? We break down the pros and cons, from clean electricity to radioactive waste. Speaking of waste—could we just launch it into space? And how dangerous is nuclear energy, really? We look at the human cost of past nuclear accidents and the lessons they’ve taught us. But the atom’s destructive side looms large: the threat of nuclear war still hangs over the world. What would happen if the worst came to pass? We dive into the terrifying concept of nuclear winter and what it means for life on Earth. Whether it’s energy or annihilation, this series unpacks the science and consequences of going nuclear—in all its forms.