The Nuclear Option: Unleashing America’s Energy Future (Bonus Interview)

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🗓️ 22 November 2024

⏱️ 52 minutes

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Summary

Nuclear power stands at a critical crossroads in America. With growing demands for electricity and a desire from the incoming Trump administration to bolster America’s energy independence, nuclear energy has the potential to transform our future. So what’s preventing the United States from experiencing a nuclear revolution? In a groundbreaking new book, Heritage Foundation senior research fellow Jack Spencer argues nuclear power can be a dynamic, market-driven energy source—but only if government gets out of the way. “Nuclear Revolution: Powering the Next Generation” (Optimum Publishing International) makes the case that regulatory barriers have made nuclear power unnecessarily expensive rather than the economically competitive energy source it should be. Purchase your copy: https://www.heritage.org/NuclearRevolution Today, a maze of outdated regulations are stifling innovation while doing little to enhance safety. Spencer spoke with The Daily Signal to explain the challenges facing the nuclear industry and how it could power America in the future. Subscribe to Spencer’s podcast, “The Power Hour”: https://www.heritage.org/the-power-hour

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0:00.0	This is a special bonus episode of the Daily Signal podcast for Friday, November 22nd.
0:11.6	I'm your host, Rob Lewy.
0:13.6	And today we're doing something a little different.
0:16.6	Jack Spencer, a senior research fellow for energy and environmental policy at the Heritage Foundation,
0:21.9	hosts the Power Hour podcast. He's also the author of a brand new book, Nuclear Revolution,
0:28.5	Powering the Next Generation, from Optimum Publishing International. I interview Jack about the book on
0:34.2	his show, and today we're giving our listeners an opportunity to hear that
0:37.5	conversation. I've known Jack for nearly two decades, and he's among the most passionate advocates
0:42.9	for nuclear energy that you'll meet. But he also believes a nuclear revolution must be driven
0:48.3	by the free market, not government. The book is on sale now, and we've included a link in the show
0:53.9	notes. Finally, I hope you included a link in the show notes.
0:54.8	Finally, I hope you'll consider subscribing to the power hour. The Trump administration has
0:59.4	promised to unleash American energy in 2025 and Jack's show will track all of the developments
1:05.0	that you need to know. Stay tuned for the interview right after this.
1:20.6	We get it. With big media bias, it's hard to find accurate honest news.
1:28.0	That's why we've put together the Morning Bell newsletter, a compilation of the top stories and conservative commentary.
1:33.5	To subscribe, just head to DailySignal.com slash morning bell subscription.
1:37.8	Or visit DailySignal.com and click on the connect button at the top of the page.
1:44.3	This is a real treat. You have a new book.
1:46.3	It is called Nuclear Revolution, Powering the Next Generation.
1:50.5	And I'm delighted to ask you a series of questions about it, but also to hear from you
1:56.3	why you are so passionate about this issue.
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